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Serving Clients with a Trauma-Informed Lens

Wednesday, December 15, 2021

4 — 5 pm, Central Time Zone

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Tonya Carter

Tonya Carter

Founder / Executive Director
thecartercommunity@gmail.com

Carter Education & Community Foundation

Crown Point, Indiana

Tonya Carter is a trained Community Health professional, Program Management Specialist and Empowerment Advisor. With over 25 years of experience working with individuals and families, she is dedicated to helping people make transformational changes whether in their personal or professional life. She is an experienced Community Capacity Builder, Strategic Planner, and Leadership Development Consultant.  As a veteran leader of exceptional, high-performing teams, she has first-hand knowledge on how to overcome challenges to meet deadlines, productivity expectations and deliverables. She is skillful at mentoring and guiding people as they set goals that are measurable as well as manageable action steps. She has a Masters in Nonprofit Management Leadership, Dual B.S. in Psychology and Sociology. She is also the Founder and Executive Director of Unique Family Connections, a nonprofit dedicated to building healthier and empowered communities. Her professional development includes being a Certified Community Health Worker and Master Trainer, Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow-belt and she holds certifications in Domestic Violence Assessment, Child and Adult Needs Assessments and Independent Life Skills Readiness.

Collective
Community
Impact

experience the power of CONNECT at work in over 2,000 American cities in 49 states

— now moving into other countries —

Now, it is possible!

New breakthroughs in technology, collaboration, and transformative processes now make it possible to "move the needle" on poverty, hunger, health disparities, and more!

When this video was produced, the number of cities developing this model were over 1,600. Now it is over 2,000 — growing at a rate of about 250 new cities each year.

Pathway to Success

Each progressive step (transformative process) of this remarkable journey can be carefully mapped out for effectiveness and measurable results. This journey into the known and unknown will pave the way to a higher summit of potential and possibilities — transforming lives and communities.
Crisis Care
Crisis
Care
Flood, shelter, and clothing
Learning Centers

EDUCATION — 3 Categories

  • The Power of Connect — how to build capacity for collective community impact.
  • Documents & Curriculums — resources from helping agencies, across the country
  • Technology Training Videos — how to use care networking technology more effectively.
Stakeholders often ask, "What's our next steps in increasing communication and cooperation among helping agencies, across our community?" They most often find that Care Networking Technology is their "Monday-morning solution."

The Power of Connect Using Collective Impact

How to build capacity for collective community impact

8 Steps that will help Transform Lives & Your Community

This video training series is designed to empower those who “welcome the challenge” of helping individuals and families live healthier, happier, and more meaningful lives. You will learn how to jump-start and accelerate transformative processes that lead to a desirable future that most people want; and now, can make it happen!

Summit Schedule

TWO DAY EVENT

Thursday & Friday, April 22 & 23

10:00 am* — 3:50 pm each day

*Central Time Zone — (8:00 am on the West Coast, 9:00 am Mountain Time, and 11:00 am on the East Coast)

Thursday, April 22 Schedule

  • Our first Session begins at 10:00 am, followed by other Sessions throughout the day.
  • We do not break for lunch, so that we can maximize our short time together.
  • Please consider registering early — to save your space at this virtual Nationwide Summit.

Session #1:

Best Practices for Community Care Networking — Charleston, South Carolina

The Charleston CharityTracker Network is the largest Care Network in the country. Over 300 organization, including 900+ caregivers, have joined together and served over 150,000 people in a 3-county footprint. This thriving network, launched in 2009, is coordinated by Cathy Easley who is Associate Vice President of Community Impact for Trident United Way.

10:00 am — 10:05 am

Welcome Everyone

  • Joey Yarber — Summit Host / Moderator
  • Mike Simon — Summit Co-host
10:05 am — 10:10 am

Video: Now it's Possible

  • New breakthroughs that can "move the needle" on poverty and hunger
10:55 am — 11:25 am
10:50 am — 10:55 am

Video: Trident United Way

  • Addressing COVID-19 Challenges

Panel Discussion

Keynote Speaker

  • Cathy Easley — Associate Vice President of Community Impact for Trident United Way
10:10 am — 10:50 am
11:25 am — 11:30 am

Quick Break

Session #2

Charity Tracker — New Features

CharityTracker
Big opportunity to see new and exciting features of our CharityTracker Pro service. These eliminate paperwork and streamline distribution — ensuring that people are better served in a timely, safe, and dignified way.
We will show you how to use barcode scanning, signature pads, and paperless data collection. These help to quickly identify people's needs, and then, keep track of assistance and its impact. We will also show you new innovative tools that address the challenges of COVID-19.
  • Kiosk Mode — Now, clients can be handed an iPad, or sit at a computer on agency premises, and fill out their own intake form digitally. Our advanced Kiosk Mode allows clients to apply “online” for assistance from a helping agency.  Clients simply go to a secure web link, via any Internet connection, and provide information that is sent to a helping agent who assesses needs and coordinates assistance.
  • Client Scheduling - You can now create and configure appointments for clients. With handy features such as recurring events and capacity limits, you can streamline your operations and logistics.
  • Client Broadcasts - You can send mass text message (SMS) and voice (text-to-speech) broadcasts to your clients. This is a great way to inform your clients quickly and easily with news and updates from your organization.
11:35 am — 12:05 pm

Training of New Features

  • Kyle Minckler — Trainer & Implementation Specialist
  • Isaac Simon — CEO of Simon Solutions
11:30 am — 11:35 am

Introduction

  • Joey Yarber — Summit Host / Moderator
12:05 pm — 12:25 pm

Questions / Answers

12:25 pm — 12:30 pm

Quick Break

Session #3:

Community Partnerships — Working Together for Greater Community Impact

People, organizations, and institutions are learning how to align their unique strengths and collectively tackle tough community challenges with greater force and success. Networking technology enables them to work together more efficiently and effectively. Resourcefulness is increased and duplication is reduced, by as much as 91%. Greater outcomes and impact are achieved.

Welcome Everyone

  • Joey Yarber — Summit Host / Moderator
12:35 pm — 12:55 pm

Keynote Speaker

  • Andrea Proulx Buinicki — Vice President of Community Impact for Lake Area United Way
12:30 pm — 12:35 pm
1:15 pm — 1:35 pm
1:35 pm — 2:05 pm

Keynote Speaker

  • Tracey Dill — Director of Economic and Financial Mobility for United Way of Greater Nashville

Panel Discussion

Keynote Speaker

  • Ashton Greer — Operations Director for the Fischer Theatre
12:55 pm — 1:15 pm
2:05 pm — 2:10 pm

Quick Break

Session #4:

A Stronger Safety Net — One That Keeps People from Falling Through the Cracks

Now it's possible for all helping agencies, across a community, to work together to strengthen their social safety net and create an effective referral system that "keeps people from falling through the cracks." Results are amazing: people are better served, helping agencies are better informed, and communities are better engaged.

Welcome Everyone

  • Joey Yarber — Summit Host / Moderator
2:15 pm — 2:35 pm

Keynote Speaker

  • Pat Schoenemann — Director for Brazos Health Resource Center
2:10 pm — 2:15 pm
2:55 pm — 3:15 pm
3:15 pm — 3:45 pm

Keynote Speaker

  • Valerie Finley — Executive Director for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Southwest Texas Council

Panel Discussion

Keynote Speaker

  • Rebecca Eastman — Board Member of Stillwater Cares
2:35 pm — 2:55 pm
3:45 pm — 3:50 pm

Special announcements — Day 1 activities end

friday, April 23 Schedule

  • Our first Session begins at 10:00 am (Central Time Zone), followed by other Sessions throughout the day.
  • We do not break for lunch, so that we can maximize our short time together.
  • Please keep in mind that all sessions are recorded and available after the summit.

Session #5:

Best Practices for Community Care Networking — Huntsville, Alabama

The Huntsville/Madison County Care Network is one of the most innovative and fastest growing networks in the country.  Network is coordinated by Jennie Robinson and Missy Hanks of the ELM Foundation. These remarkable community stakeholders are pioneering an unprecedented, cross-sector collaborative that’s working together for common good and greater impact.

10:00 am — 10:05 am

Welcome Everyone

  • Joey Yarber — Summit Host / Moderator
10:05 am — 10:10 am

Video: CharityTracker

  • Care Networking Makes the Difference
10:55 am — 11:25 am
10:30 am — 10:50 am
10:50 am — 10:55 am

Keynote Speaker

  • Missy Hanks — Case Manager for ELM Foundation

Video: Huntsville City/Madison County CharityTracker Care Network

  • Community Connections and CharityTracker

Keynote Speaker

  • Jennie Robinson — President of Huntsville City Council & Administrator for ELM Foundation

Panel Discussion

  • Special Guest: Mayor Tommy Battle — Huntsville, Alabama
10:10 am — 10:30 am
11:25 am — 11:30 am

Quick Break

Session #6:

Working Shoulder to Shoulder with People in Poverty to Build a Better Quality of Life

A more comprehensive approach to transforming people's lives is needed to ensure that everyone in a community has a chance to live a healthier, happier, and a more meaningful life. Helping agencies are collectively advancing coordinated care which ensures that people gain greater access to knowledge, resources, and opportunities that can transform their lives.

Welcome Everyone

  • Joey Yarber — Summit Host / Moderator
11:35 am — 11:55 am

Keynote Speaker

  • Phil DeVol — Author of Bridges Out of Poverty and Consultant for aha! Process, Inc.
11:30 am — 11:35 am
12:15 pm — 12:35 pm
12:35 pm — 1:05 pm

Keynote Speaker

  • James Whitford — Co-founder & Executive Director for Watered Gardens Ministries

Panel Discussion

Keynote Speaker

  • Hannah Jarrett — Director of Financial Stability Strategy for United Way of the Piedmont
11:55 am — 12:15 pm
1:05 pm — 1:10 pm

Quick Break

Session #7:

How to Become More Resourceful and Get the Attention of Funders

The conversation among funders is shifting — from a social service to a social change model, from a single-focused to a community-focused approach to helping others, and from isolated impact to collective impact.  Funders want more data-driven decision-making that measures outcomes and impact.  They want to find out what really works; and then, make it work for more people.

Welcome Everyone

  • Joey Yarber — Summit Host / Moderator
1:15 pm — 1:35 pm

Keynote Speaker

  • Melissa Thompson — CEO/President for the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville
1:10 pm — 1:15 pm
1:55 pm — 2:15 pm
2:15 pm — 2:45 pm

Keynote Speaker

  • Mike Simon — Community Impact Specialist for Simon Solutions

Panel Discussion

Keynote Speaker

  • Angie Williams — President of Spark Consulting Group
1:35 pm — 1:55 pm
2:45 pm — 2:50 pm

Quick Break

Session #8:

The Future of Social Services — Impacted by New Challenges

Here is your chance to gain a wealth of knowledge and wisdom. Leading experts and practitioners in social services will engage in open dialogue and discuss how they are adapting to current challenges, such as COVID-19. They will also share how they are preparing for future challenges and systemic changes that are on the way.

Welcome Everyone

  • Joey Yarber — Summit Host / Moderator
2:55 pm — 3:45 pm

Roundtable Discussions

  • Experts and practitioners from across the country
2:50 pm — 2:55 pm

Closing Remarks

  • Joey Yarber
3:45 pm — 3:50 pm
3:50 pm

Summit Ends

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Special Guests

Cathy Easley

Cathey Easley

Associate Vice President
of Community Impact
Trident
United Way
Charleston, SC
CEasley@tuw.org
843-740-7733
Jennie Robinson

Jennie Robinson

Board Secretary & Administrator
ELM Foundation
Huntsville, AL
jennie@elmhsv.org
256-217-7141
Missy Hanks

Missy Hanks

Case Manager
ELM Foundation
Huntsville, AL
missy@elmhsv.org
256-217-7141
Phil DeVol

Phil DeVol

Author & Consultant
aha! Process
Marengo, OH
phil.gettingahead@gmail.com
419-253-6002
Melissa Thompson

Melissa Thompson

CEO/President
Community Foundation
of Greater Huntsville
Huntsville, AL
melissa@communityfoundationhsv.org
256-489-3525
Hannah Jarrett

Hannah Jarrett

Director of Financial Stability Strategy
United Way of
the Piedmont
Spartanburg, SC
hjarrett@uwpiedmont.org
864-582-7556x142
James Whitford

James Whitford

Executive Director
Watered Gardens
Ministry
Joplin, MO
james@wateredgardens.org
417-623-6030
Ashton Greer

Ashton Greer

Operations Director
The Fischer Theatre
Danville, IL
ashton@fischertheatre.com
217-474-2978
Tommy Battle

Tommy Battle

Mayor
City of Huntsville
Huntsville, AL
tommy.battle@huntsvilleal.gov
256-427-5000
Andrea Proulx-Buinicki

Andrea Proulx Buinicki

Vice President of Community Impact
Lake Area
United Way
Griffith, IN
APB@lauw.org
219-252-6223
Pat Schoenemann

Pat Schoenemann

Director
Brazos Health
Resource Center
Bryan, TX
PSchoenemann@st-joseph.org
979-690-4845
Tracey Dill

Tracey Dill

Director of Economic and Financial Mobility
United Way
of Greater Nashville
Nashville, TN
tracey.dill@unitedwaygn.org
615-780-2461
Vallie Finley

Valerie Finley

Executive Director
SVDP of the Southwest
Texas Council
San Antonio, TX
Valerie.Finley@svdpsa.org
210-864-2056
Rebecca Eastman

Rebecca Eastham

Board Member
Stillwater Cares
Stillwater, OK
rebeccae@meridiantech.edu
405-377-0323
Isaac Simon

Isaac Simon

Chief
Executive Officer
Simon
Solutions
Nashville, TN
isaac@simonsolutions.com
256-764-0633
Kyle Minckler

Kyle Minckler

Training and
Implementation Specialist
Simon
Solutions
Bella Vista, AR
kyle@simonsolutions.com
256-764-0633
Joey Yarber

Joey Yarber

Community
Impact Specialist
Simon
Solutions
Florence, AL
joey@simonsolutions.com
256-764-0633
Angie Williams

Angie Williams

President
Spark
Consulting Group
Portage, IN
angie@sparkachangenow.com
219-702-8589
Mike Simon

Mike Simon

Community
Impact Specialist
Simon
Solutions
Florence, AL
mike@simonsolutions.com
256-764-0633
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2021

CharityTracker

National Virtual Summit

Presented by:

Simon Solutions

Advancing a More Networked, Collaborative,
and Comprehensive Approach to
Transforming Lives and Communities

Number of Cities Using New SolutionsNumber of People ServedNumber of Charitable Acts
Number of Cities Using SSI Solutions
2,115
Number of
People Served
13 million
Average Annual Savings to Budgets
53 million
18%
Average Annual Savings to Budgets
91%
Duplication  Reduced As Much As
Duplication Reduced As Much As
$1 Billion
Community Dollars Contributed
Community Dollars Contributed
Number of
Charitable Acts
Partners

The following are some of our partners that are helping to make this National Summit possible. Click on their logos to see the remarkable work that they are doing in their communities.

Partners

Community FoundationElm Foundationaha ProcessTrident United WayUnited Way of the PiedmontWatered GardensUnited Way of NashvilleStillwater CaresTru CharityLake Area United WaySVDPSpark Consulting
Power of Connect

2021

CharityTracker

Virtual National Summit

Presented by:

Power of Connect

Advancing a More Networked, Collaborative,
and Comprehensive Approach to
Transforming Lives and Communities

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