RSVP seeks board volunteers

RSVP, a United Way agency serving 55 + individuals and area non-profit and public agencies through volunteer recruitment, placement and special program development,  is recruiting board members for our 2010 class.   The board meets every other month from January though December at 4pm on the second Monday of the month.  Members set policies, serve on committees, assist with fundraising and advise the Executive Director on administrative and organizational issues.  As part of a network of 760  RSVP projects throughout the nation, the Tulsa project has been in service since 1971 and currently operatives offices in Tulsa, Sapulpa, Wagoner and Bartlesville.  Your service on this board will connect you to a vibrant group of "vintage volunteers" as well as our area agency partners.  Visit our website at www.rsvptulsa.org Interested parties should contact Claudia Meiling, Executive Director at 280- 8656 or Claudia@rsvptulsa.org

Global Alliance Seeks Host Families

Tulsa Global Alliance will be hosting nine economic development professionals from Serbia July 8-29 that will be here on a program funded by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).  They are looking for host families. Families are welcome to host for the whole 2 ½ weeks, or for the first or second half of the period.  If interested, please call Bob Lieser at 591-4750 or email blieser@tulsaglobalalliance.org.

 

Oasis Adult Day Services seeks new board members

OASIS Adult Day Services is looking for two Board members, one with a strong marketing background the other with a strong fundraising background. OASIS  provides day services for individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, or other physical impairments. Our service allows caregivers a safe and nurturing environment for their family members to stay during the day allowing the caregiver the ability to continue with their daily activities such as work. If you are interested please contact Board co-Chair Bill Savage at 918.587.2282.

 

 

Thinking about the Healthcare Debate

Class 41 will soon be exploring the topic of healthcare and of course the healthcare debate is much in the news..  The following link crossed my desk and while I have not yet perused the resources mentioned, I find the Oklahoma Policy Institute to be a trusted source of good information. 

 

http://okpolicy.org/blog/health/summer-reading-health-care/

 

 

Tulsa Area Independent Business Association

Our Leadership Lunch last week featured a start up organization, the Tulsa Area Independent Business Association. TAIBA is a non-profit organization of locally owned and operated independent businesses that have joined together to promote the cultural and economic benefits of shopping locally. They are modeled after similar programs nationwide, and are particularly looking to an organization in the city of Austin. Austin found statistics that said that for every $100 spent at a chain store only $14 stays in the local community, but for every $100 spent at a locally owned store, $45 stays in the community. For purposes of their new organization, TAIBA is defining locally owned independent businesses as 1) private ownership, 2) majority of owners live within 40 mile radius of Tulsa 3) full decision making function for the business lies with its owners, and 4) no more than 6 outlets with basis of operation within Tulsa metro area. As a start-up however, they are still in the process of further defining their organization goals, programs and membership requirements. They are looking for board members as well as new members of the organization. For more information www.buylocaltulsa.com or email buylocaltulsa@gmail.com

Also in attendance at the event was a representative of the Tulsa Chamber's "Let's do Business" program whose goal is to bring 5% of out-of-area business spending back home. The chamber states that the Tulsa region loses approximately $29 million a day to out-of-area purchases. "Let's do Business" focuses more on business to business purchases where TAIBA is trying to impact consumer/retail decision making. For more information about the chamber program go to www.letsdobusinesstulsa.com.

The economic vitality of Tulsa is hugely dependent on the success of small business. Both these organizations are to be commended for the work they are doing to highlight the advantages of shopping at home. What are your favorite local independent businesses?

New Voices Applications Due July 1

Leadership Tulsa and the Tulsa Area United Way are launching a new board internship program called "New Voices."  This initiative is designed to increase the diversity on Tulsa United Way Agency boards. 

Leadership Tulsa is seeking candidates with diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds that have the commitment to serve the non profit sector in a leadership role, but have not previously served on more than one non profit board of directors. 

Participants in the program will gain training and support through an opening full day educational session and quarterly breakfasts with board mentors. 

Participants will be chosen based on application and letters of reference but there is no charge for the program once an applicant is selected.  Applications are due July 1, 2009.   For more information www.leadershiptulsa.org.

Wendy Thomas, Executive Director
918-477-7079

 

 

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