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Executive Leadership Program
CORPORATE FELLOW
Executive Leadership Program
Benefits of Participation
Social Venture Partners (SVP) offers a
Build problem-solving skills. Learn to get comfortable with your discomfort.
hands-on way for executives to develop
Executives engage with other SVP Partners to think and act beyond boundaries in
and practice leadership skills through direct community involvement. SVP
order to solve complex challenges and practice results-oriented decision-making
skills. This opportunity to hone problem-solving skills, that are equally beneficial
build their capacity to scale their
in the for-profit world while making a contribution to the community, is a unique
impact. A wide variety of projects are
Professional Development Opportunities.
helps San Diego non-profits effectively
available, so the executive can select volunteer activities based on interest, time, and development needs. Examples of recent projects include developing effective board members, assessing critical needs for organizations, building strategic plans, and leading volunteer teams. Our proven leadership model brings together accomplished professionals to contribute their
hallmark of the SVP program.
Executives have access to expert speakers, educational interactive panels, and
networking. They will gain a rich insight into community issues, the non-profit sector, giving strategies, and philanthropic and civic leadership. Invest, engage, transform.
A variety of volunteer opportunities allows executives to develop their leadership skills while enhancing their knowledge of philanthropy and the non-profit world. The level of involvement varies based on interest, need, and availability. Network with other business and community-minded people.
Executives share their ideas and interests with accomplished entrepreneurs,
internal operations
retired executives, and seasoned professionals who want to make a difference
of non-profits.
Generate substantial and meaningful civic involvement.
business expertise to strengthen the
in the community while creating life-long friendships.
SVP provides an arena for companies seeking impactful social responsibility
projects through the connections their executive makes through SVP-related
events, as well as the direct opportunities for volunteer work with SVP non-profits.
CORPORATE FELLOW
How to Participate
Engagement Opportunities COMMITTEE
Step 1: Sponsorship of an executive in Social Venture Partners (SVP) is a minimum commitment of a $5,000 tax-deductible contribution per year.
Investment Working Group
October-March
Portfolio Working Group
Year-round
Step 2: The designated participant completes a membership application for review by SDSVP prior to acceptance. Step 3: Orientation begins the first month where the new Fellow learns about the SVP philanthropy model and the Fellow’s options for engagement. During this session, personal
receive the greatest benefit from SVP.
DESCRIPTION
Typically meets once a month.
Typically meets every other month.
Research and identifies the non-profit organizations that are chosen as SVP Investees. Team members learn about the issues facing our community, how to evaluate organizational effectiveness, and how to select a viable investment. Experiences include grant review, grantee presentations, and site visits.
Monitors progress and reviews milestones of each Investee to ensure the success of their partnership with SVP. The group offers strategic guidance and support to the Lead Partner and assists him or her in determining the best Investee work plan.
Work Directly with Non-Profits
Executive will be mentored by a more experienced Partner when volunteering.
Lead Partner Teams
Year-round
Resource Teams for Capacity Building
Year-round
goals are set for the year to ensure the new Partner and the sponsoring corporation
COMMITMENT
Work Behind-the-Scenes
Meetings occur on a case-bycase basis. Meetings occur on a case-bycase basis.
Act as primary liaison between SVP Partners and staff, and the Investee. Lead Partners work to identify volunteer projects, develop the vision for the Investee/SDSVP relationship, oversee budgeting needs, and provide leadership and executive coaching. Board Development: Advises on board size and composition, develops roles and responsibilities, and reviews by-laws.
Business Operations: Provides assistance in business planning, fiscal and operational management, assistance with information technology, strategy, communication systems, and social networking.
Fund Development: Evaluates fundraising strategies and tactics to increase donations and revenue in a cost-effective way. Marketing: Helps with branding and positioning, communication and collateral material, and media and public relations.
Strategic and Outcome Planning: Enables organizations to determine the quantity and quality of the impact they will create, communicate clearly their uniqueness and value, and create plans to enable growth and sustainability.
Social Venture Partners is an international philanthropic network of more than 2300 partners in 29 cities and four countries who have invested more than $46.5 million in cash and three to six times that amount in 518 non-profit organizations. Our goal is to transform non-profits, helping them to accelerate, scale their impact, and build their sustainability to significantly save and improve more lives. In the process, we transform our partners into more effective philanthropists and transform our communities. Individual Partners invest their expertise, time, and money. The San Diego Chapter of Social Venture Partners, winner of the 2011 Outstanding Philanthropic Organization of the Year, was founded in 2001 and has invested more than $2.1 million in cash and $11 million in co-funding and in-kind service to our community. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.SDSVP.ORG
Current Investees:
Recent Investees:
Barrio Logan College Institute
A Reason to Survive (ARTS)
YMCA
Community Resource Center
Pro Kids
Camp Pendleton Armed Services Reboot by National Veterans Transition Services
Olivewood Gardens Mid-City CAN
Audeo Charter School Angels Foster Family
Elder HelpReality Changers
Tariq Khamisa Foundation (TKF) Audeo Charter School Reality Changers
Set Your Limits Higher.
Alicia Quinn Director of Programs
TEL
858.412.5331
WWW.SDSVP.ORG
Executive Leadership Program
CORPORATE FELLOW
Executive Leadership Program
Benefits of Participation
Social Venture Partners (SVP) offers a
Build problem-solving skills. Learn to get comfortable with your discomfort.
hands-on way for executives to develop
Executives engage with other SVP Partners to think and act beyond boundaries in
and practice leadership skills through direct community involvement. SVP
order to solve complex challenges and practice results-oriented decision-making
skills. This opportunity to hone problem-solving skills, that are equally beneficial
build their capacity to scale their
in the for-profit world while making a contribution to the community, is a unique
impact. A wide variety of projects are
Professional Development Opportunities.
helps San Diego non-profits effectively
available, so the executive can select volunteer activities based on interest, time, and development needs. Examples of recent projects include developing effective board members, assessing critical needs for organizations, building strategic plans, and leading volunteer teams. Our proven leadership model brings together accomplished professionals to contribute their
hallmark of the SVP program.
Executives have access to expert speakers, educational interactive panels, and
networking. They will gain a rich insight into community issues, the non-profit sector, giving strategies, and philanthropic and civic leadership. Invest, engage, transform.
A variety of volunteer opportunities allows executives to develop their leadership skills while enhancing their knowledge of philanthropy and the non-profit world. The level of involvement varies based on interest, need, and availability. Network with other business and community-minded people.
Executives share their ideas and interests with accomplished entrepreneurs,
internal operations
retired executives, and seasoned professionals who want to make a difference
of non-profits.
Generate substantial and meaningful civic involvement.
business expertise to strengthen the
in the community while creating life-long friendships.
SVP provides an arena for companies seeking impactful social responsibility
projects through the connections their executive makes through SVP-related
events, as well as the direct opportunities for volunteer work with SVP non-profits.
CORPORATE FELLOW
How to Participate
Engagement Opportunities COMMITTEE
Step 1: Sponsorship of an executive in Social Venture Partners (SVP) is a minimum commitment of a $5,000 tax-deductible contribution per year.
Investment Working Group
October-March
Portfolio Working Group
Year-round
Step 2: The designated participant completes a membership application for review by SDSVP prior to acceptance. Step 3: Orientation begins the first month where the new Fellow learns about the SVP philanthropy model and the Fellow’s options for engagement. During this session, personal
receive the greatest benefit from SVP.
DESCRIPTION
Typically meets once a month.
Typically meets every other month.
Research and identifies the non-profit organizations that are chosen as SVP Investees. Team members learn about the issues facing our community, how to evaluate organizational effectiveness, and how to select a viable investment. Experiences include grant review, grantee presentations, and site visits.
Monitors progress and reviews milestones of each Investee to ensure the success of their partnership with SVP. The group offers strategic guidance and support to the Lead Partner and assists him or her in determining the best Investee work plan.
Work Directly with Non-Profits
Executive will be mentored by a more experienced Partner when volunteering.
Lead Partner Teams
Year-round
Resource Teams for Capacity Building
Year-round
goals are set for the year to ensure the new Partner and the sponsoring corporation
COMMITMENT
Work Behind-the-Scenes
Meetings occur on a case-bycase basis. Meetings occur on a case-bycase basis.
Act as primary liaison between SVP Partners and staff, and the Investee. Lead Partners work to identify volunteer projects, develop the vision for the Investee/SDSVP relationship, oversee budgeting needs, and provide leadership and executive coaching. Board Development: Advises on board size and composition, develops roles and responsibilities, and reviews by-laws.
Business Operations: Provides assistance in business planning, fiscal and operational management, assistance with information technology, strategy, communication systems, and social networking.
Fund Development: Evaluates fundraising strategies and tactics to increase donations and revenue in a cost-effective way. Marketing: Helps with branding and positioning, communication and collateral material, and media and public relations.
Strategic and Outcome Planning: Enables organizations to determine the quantity and quality of the impact they will create, communicate clearly their uniqueness and value, and create plans to enable growth and sustainability.
Social Venture Partners is an international philanthropic network of more than 2300 partners in 29 cities and four countries who have invested more than $46.5 million in cash and three to six times that amount in 518 non-profit organizations. Our goal is to transform non-profits, helping them to accelerate, scale their impact, and build their sustainability to significantly save and improve more lives. In the process, we transform our partners into more effective philanthropists and transform our communities. Individual Partners invest their expertise, time, and money. The San Diego Chapter of Social Venture Partners, winner of the 2011 Outstanding Philanthropic Organization of the Year, was founded in 2001 and has invested more than $2.1 million in cash and $11 million in co-funding and in-kind service to our community. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.SDSVP.ORG
Current Investees:
Recent Investees:
Barrio Logan College Institute
A Reason to Survive (ARTS)
YMCA
Community Resource Center
Pro Kids
Camp Pendleton Armed Services Reboot by National Veterans Transition Services
Olivewood Gardens Mid-City CAN
Audeo Charter School Angels Foster Family
Elder HelpReality Changers
Tariq Khamisa Foundation (TKF) Audeo Charter School Reality Changers
Set Your Limits Higher.
Alicia Quinn Director of Programs
TEL
858.412.5331
WWW.SDSVP.ORG
