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SUMMARY:Valuing All Expertise—Incorporating Lived Experience in Program Design
DESCRIPTION:Date and time: Thursday\, October 16\, 12-1 pm Central\nSpeaker: Marlo Fox\, Executive Director\, Think Tank\, INC\n\nWho do you picture when you think of an expert? Most of us value expertise—whether it’s earned through education\, professional experience\, or through our relational networks. But too often\, we overlook the powerful insights that come from those who have personally faced and overcome the very challenges we’re trying to solve. \nJoin us for a thought-provoking webinar where we’ll explore what it truly means to value all forms of expertise in poverty alleviation program design. Discover why intellectual and relational knowledge are essential—and why lived experience is just as critical for designing effective programs. \nWe’ll discuss how to avoid token input and move beyond traditional feedback methods by designing solutions together from the very start. Learn practical strategies to meaningfully engage experiential leaders\, share ownership\, and unlock creativity and momentum where you’ve been stuck. \nWhether you’re a community leader\, nonprofit professional\, or changemaker\, this session will empower you to build more effective\, and credible initiatives—by valuing all expertise and designing together. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to reimagine how you work with your community—register today!
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SUMMARY:Awakening Potential: Innovative Programs Engaging Youth in Poverty
DESCRIPTION:Date and time: Thursday\, December 11\, 12-1 pm Central\n\nAcross the country\, creative nonprofits are helping young people overcome barriers and build brighter futures. In this webinar\, you’ll hear from two leaders using hands-on\, empowering “earn-it” models to reach youth in poverty: \nBecky O’Mara\, Co-Founder of Bearings Bike Works in Atlanta\, where youth earn bikes by repairing and building them—learning confidence\, discipline\, and real-world skills. \nIsmael Hernandez\, Founder and President of the Freedom & Virtue Institute and visionary behind their Self-Reliance Clubs program\, where students create entrepreneurial projects to fund school supplies and achieve personal goals. \nYou’ll also hear from Bethany Herron of True Charity\, who will present True Charity’s newest Model Action Plan (MAP) outlining Youth Earn-It Models. She’ll share practical guidance on how to launch programs like Becky’s and Ismael’s in your own community to empower young people\, unlock their potential\, and help break cycles of generational poverty. \nDon’t miss this inspiring panel discussion highlighting practical\, dignity-based models that help youth realize their capacity and purpose through meaningful work. Register today!
URL:https://www.truecharity.us/event/awakening-potential-innovative-programs-engaging-youth-in-poverty/
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SUMMARY:Helping Without Hurting in Generosity: A Donor's Guide to Effective Giving
DESCRIPTION:Date and time: Thursday\, January 29\, 6 pm Central\n\nAre you a donor to a nonprofit? This special webinar is designed just for you. \nAs Christians\, we recognize that faithful stewardship of God’s resources involves more than giving generously—it also means giving wisely. God calls us not only to open our hands but to direct His resources toward ministries and causes that align with His mission and bring lasting fruit. When we give well\, we participate with the Triune God in His ongoing work of renewal in the world. \nBut how can we discern where and how to give the Lord’s money most effectively? What criteria should shape our giving decisions? And how can we evaluate whether the ministries we support are truly fulfilling their mission? These questions don’t have quick answers or simple formulas—but biblical wisdom and practical guidance are available to help us steward our resources well. \nJoin Justin Lonas\, Senior Director of Foundational Products at The Chalmers Center (Covenant College)\, for this webinar geared towards donors who wish to increase the impact of their giving. Together\, we’ll explore a biblical framework for healthy generosity—one that emphasizes sustainable\, effective ministries that help people in material poverty experience lasting transformation. \nYou’ll also be introduced to Helping Without Hurting in Generosity\, a new video-based online training featuring 21 respected theologians\, pastors\, economists\, and ministry practitioners. This tool is designed to disciple and equip individuals\, families\, and church groups to pursue generosity that truly helps rather than harms—empowering a movement of effective Christian giving. Register today!
URL:https://www.truecharity.us/event/helping-without-hurting-in-generosity-a-donors-guide-to-effective-giving/
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SUMMARY:How the Church Can Lead the Way in Mercy Ministry
DESCRIPTION:Date and time: Thursday\, February 19\, 12–1 pm Central\n\nGod’s Church is uniquely equipped to address poverty. More than any government program or social service agency\, the Church is able to respond to material needs in ways that are personal\, relational\, and rooted in love. Yet too often\, the Church underestimates its own calling and capacity. Rather than stepping into a position of leadership\, many congregations assume a supporting role in the fight against poverty. But Scripture tells a different story. \nIn this webinar\, Pastor George Grant will walk us through a biblical framework for mercy ministry drawn from Romans 12. Together\, we’ll explore how this passage—alongside the broader witness of Scripture—shapes the way God’s people are called to care for one another and meet tangible needs with wisdom and faithfulness. Attendees will leave with practical insights and actionable ideas for engaging in mercy ministry that does real good\, honors human dignity\, and cooperates effectively with other members of the Body of Christ. Register today!
URL:https://www.truecharity.us/event/how-the-church-can-lead-the-way-in-mercy-ministry/
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SUMMARY:Next Level Impact Evaluation: Collecting Better Data at Every Stage
DESCRIPTION:Date and time: Friday\, March 27\, 12–1 pm Central\n\nOrganizations are under increasing pressure to demonstrate meaningful results — but the right evaluation approach depends on your goals\, capacity\, and stage of growth. This webinar will explore a range of monitoring and evaluation options\, from practical off-the-shelf tools to customized evaluation support to rigorous impact studies such as Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs). \n\nTrue Charity will share ready-to-use measurement resources and discuss when standardized tools are an effective solution.\nRadiant Global Insights will highlight common measurement pitfalls — including unclear theories of change\, weak outcome alignment\, and threats to validity — and explain how tailored evaluation support can strengthen credibility and learning.\nThe Lab for Economic Opportunity at Notre Dame will introduce RCTs\, outline when this level of rigor is appropriate\, and describe their partnership model. Participants will leave with practical guidance to determine which evaluation approach best fits their organization.\n\nRegister today!
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