Philanthropy Southwest
Overview
The Organization WRF is a catalyst and champion for creating just and fair systems that will give every Arkansan the opportunity to earn a livable wage, receive a quality education, and build generational wealth. Current WRF Priorities: Economic Equity will exist when all Arkansans can achieve widely shared prosperity because everyone earns a living wage and participates in a thriving economy. Educational Equity will exist when all Arkansans can attain the skills and education needed to support their families and communities, especially those striving to move out of poverty. Social, Ethnic, and Racial Equity will exist when all Arkansans can live in an equitable and productive state, free from historic and systemic barriers, and the legacies of unfairness have been addressed and eliminated. WRF strategically invests in grantee organizations and advances policies that help to move ALICE families out of poverty and into lives unlimited by systemic barriers to economic equity. WRF is deeply rooted in research, and data shows that ALICE Arkansans exist because of the structural disparities in the economy. ALICE Arkansans work tirelessly every day and cannot afford the basics of housing, childcare, food, transportation, healthcare, and technology. WRF raises the voices of ALICE families and tackles the root causes that contribute to economic barriers. WRF accomplishes its mission by investing in partner grantee organizations and galvanizing support from state legislators to shift policy and increase access to economic mobility. The Foundation co-funded Excel by 8, helping ensure that children reach key developmental milestones by the third grade, and expanded support. For grade-level reading, establishing academic and lifelong success. WRF invested in Achieving the Dream, which helped community colleges improve student retention and completion rates. Additionally, WRF launched ForwARd Arkansas, a statewide collaboration aimed at strengthening K-12 systems. WRF is committed to funding change and championing equity. The foundation has assets exceeding $150 million and invests, on average, between $5 to $8 million annually in grantee organizations. WRF is leading fundraising to create a $50 million Arkansas Enterprise Capital Grant Fund to help nonprofit organizations expand capacity, pay competitive wages, and deepen their impact. WRF Values: Engagement, Equity, Partnerships, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Respect. Using trust-based philanthropy, enhanced by data to measure impact, WRF strategically builds collaborative relationships with partner grantee organizations. Through long-term partnerships, WRF and partner grantees focus on improving the lives of Arkansans. Using an equity lens, WRF convenes the broader community. Using trust-based philanthropy, enhanced by data to measure impact, WRF strategically builds collaborative relationships with partner grantee organizations. Mandate / Role
WRF seeks a seasoned CEO who brings a bold vision and excellent leadership. The CEO will be dynamic, credible, knowledgeable, and passionate about philanthropy, bringing relevant lived experience and passion to serving Arkansas. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to upholding the mission of WRF with integrity and transparency. The CEO will be an inspiring leader who will facilitate a spirit of cohesion and accountability within WRF and with all programmatic and legislative partners. Leading with the demonstrated ability to work across the aisle to realize the vision of Gov. Rockefeller, the ideal candidate will invest in effective nonprofit organizations that foster a thriving and prosperous Arkansas that serves all Arkansans. The CEO will prioritize the needs of ALICE families while enhancing an environment of trust and collaboration among stakeholders. The CEO will have the ability to work responsibly across partisan divisions and build collaborative partnerships to garner legislative wins for Arkansans. Expertise / Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be… Trustworthy and a charismatic leader with the ability to forge partnerships, collaborations, and build strong relationships with Arkansans throughout the state, from its metropolitan centers to rural communities Able to attract, cultivate, and secure additional philanthropic and capital investments across the county and state to leverage WRF capital and create a significant impact for Arkansans Willing to tackle the full array of everyday activities in a leanly staffed office An active and continuous learner who balances big picture thinking with attention to detail An exceptional listener and communicator who inspires confidence, assimilates diverse viewpoints, and knows how to create consensus An exceptional level of grit and unparalleled determination Committed to seeing tasks to completion A servant leader with the ability to develop trusted relationships across a broad spectrum of peers, stakeholders, and grantees A poised, considerate, authentic, and reliable leader Bold and inspirational Focused on “mission before me” A proven CEO with uncompromised integrity Passionate about the vital work of WRF Even-keeled and able to remain calm during a storm Intuitively able to work effectively across partisan divisions and build coalitions to achieve legislative victories for Arkansans A leader who is willing to advocate tirelessly for ALICE Arkansans Contact for consideration
For potential consideration or to suggest a prospect, please email WRF@BoardWalkConsulting.com or call Patti Kish or Cynthia Moreland at 404-BoardWalk (404-262-7392). Join Our Network
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The Organization WRF is a catalyst and champion for creating just and fair systems that will give every Arkansan the opportunity to earn a livable wage, receive a quality education, and build generational wealth. Current WRF Priorities: Economic Equity will exist when all Arkansans can achieve widely shared prosperity because everyone earns a living wage and participates in a thriving economy. Educational Equity will exist when all Arkansans can attain the skills and education needed to support their families and communities, especially those striving to move out of poverty. Social, Ethnic, and Racial Equity will exist when all Arkansans can live in an equitable and productive state, free from historic and systemic barriers, and the legacies of unfairness have been addressed and eliminated. WRF strategically invests in grantee organizations and advances policies that help to move ALICE families out of poverty and into lives unlimited by systemic barriers to economic equity. WRF is deeply rooted in research, and data shows that ALICE Arkansans exist because of the structural disparities in the economy. ALICE Arkansans work tirelessly every day and cannot afford the basics of housing, childcare, food, transportation, healthcare, and technology. WRF raises the voices of ALICE families and tackles the root causes that contribute to economic barriers. WRF accomplishes its mission by investing in partner grantee organizations and galvanizing support from state legislators to shift policy and increase access to economic mobility. The Foundation co-funded Excel by 8, helping ensure that children reach key developmental milestones by the third grade, and expanded support. For grade-level reading, establishing academic and lifelong success. WRF invested in Achieving the Dream, which helped community colleges improve student retention and completion rates. Additionally, WRF launched ForwARd Arkansas, a statewide collaboration aimed at strengthening K-12 systems. WRF is committed to funding change and championing equity. The foundation has assets exceeding $150 million and invests, on average, between $5 to $8 million annually in grantee organizations. WRF is leading fundraising to create a $50 million Arkansas Enterprise Capital Grant Fund to help nonprofit organizations expand capacity, pay competitive wages, and deepen their impact. WRF Values: Engagement, Equity, Partnerships, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Respect. Using trust-based philanthropy, enhanced by data to measure impact, WRF strategically builds collaborative relationships with partner grantee organizations. Through long-term partnerships, WRF and partner grantees focus on improving the lives of Arkansans. Using an equity lens, WRF convenes the broader community. Using trust-based philanthropy, enhanced by data to measure impact, WRF strategically builds collaborative relationships with partner grantee organizations. Mandate / Role
WRF seeks a seasoned CEO who brings a bold vision and excellent leadership. The CEO will be dynamic, credible, knowledgeable, and passionate about philanthropy, bringing relevant lived experience and passion to serving Arkansas. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to upholding the mission of WRF with integrity and transparency. The CEO will be an inspiring leader who will facilitate a spirit of cohesion and accountability within WRF and with all programmatic and legislative partners. Leading with the demonstrated ability to work across the aisle to realize the vision of Gov. Rockefeller, the ideal candidate will invest in effective nonprofit organizations that foster a thriving and prosperous Arkansas that serves all Arkansans. The CEO will prioritize the needs of ALICE families while enhancing an environment of trust and collaboration among stakeholders. The CEO will have the ability to work responsibly across partisan divisions and build collaborative partnerships to garner legislative wins for Arkansans. Expertise / Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be… Trustworthy and a charismatic leader with the ability to forge partnerships, collaborations, and build strong relationships with Arkansans throughout the state, from its metropolitan centers to rural communities Able to attract, cultivate, and secure additional philanthropic and capital investments across the county and state to leverage WRF capital and create a significant impact for Arkansans Willing to tackle the full array of everyday activities in a leanly staffed office An active and continuous learner who balances big picture thinking with attention to detail An exceptional listener and communicator who inspires confidence, assimilates diverse viewpoints, and knows how to create consensus An exceptional level of grit and unparalleled determination Committed to seeing tasks to completion A servant leader with the ability to develop trusted relationships across a broad spectrum of peers, stakeholders, and grantees A poised, considerate, authentic, and reliable leader Bold and inspirational Focused on “mission before me” A proven CEO with uncompromised integrity Passionate about the vital work of WRF Even-keeled and able to remain calm during a storm Intuitively able to work effectively across partisan divisions and build coalitions to achieve legislative victories for Arkansans A leader who is willing to advocate tirelessly for ALICE Arkansans Contact for consideration
For potential consideration or to suggest a prospect, please email WRF@BoardWalkConsulting.com or call Patti Kish or Cynthia Moreland at 404-BoardWalk (404-262-7392). Join Our Network
Join Our Network — We are a vibrant network of funders committed to a thriving Southwestern U.S. through the power of philanthropy. * we respect your privacy, so your information is safe with us
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