Deaconess Issues Requests for Proposals: Communications & Public Relations, Outsourced Chief Technology Consultant & IT Systems Support, and Landscaping Services
Communications and Public Relations Deaconess Foundation is seeking a full-service communications and public relations agency/firm to assist the Foundation in the development and implementation of a strategic and sustainable multi-year communications plan aligned with the Foundation’s power-building strategy to advance child well-being through racial equity and public policy. The communications plan will include strategies to...
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January Newsletter | In America, Without Sanctuary
Without Sanctuary no one wants to discuss the war the war in america on everyone black or brown or poor there’s no refuge from the war so i live without sanctuary two-stepping back in time with no place to hide from the war the war in america on everyone black or brown or poor so...
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December Newsletter | In This Season of Advent
First giving honor to God from whom all blessings flow, and then to our ancestors on whose shoulders we stand, for if they had not been, we would not be. These words, shared by Mama Frances Jarnegan on countless occasions, continue to empower me and give me strength and courage to “come in my own...
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November Newsletter | Our Path Forward: Leading Through Transition
Deaconess Community, It is my honor to join Deaconess Foundation as the interim president and chief executive officer. I appreciate the warm and encouraging welcome messages. During this period of transition, I will support the Foundation’s Board and Executive Search Committee and guide the remarkable staff as we press forward with clear vision and strategy...
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