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Resourcefulness. Presented by Pauline McLean Florida Atlantic University SAC Symposium VI 4/3/07. Definition. The ability to Solicit support from others Sustain fundraising events Use money and community resources wisely Establish partnerships
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Resourcefulness Presented by Pauline McLean Florida Atlantic University SAC Symposium VI 4/3/07 Understanding Resourcefulness
Definition • The ability to • Solicit support from others • Sustain fundraising events • Use money and community resources wisely • Establish partnerships • Gain people involvement in program planning and implementation Understanding Resourcefulness
Examples of Resourcefulness • Foundation grants for start-up programs and to meet shortfall in budgets • Partnerships with the media, the business community and philanthropists • Volunteer services • Title I program for assisting children from low-income households to achieve Understanding Resourcefulness
Potential Impact • Resourceful administrators assure continuous improvement and delivery of quality programs Understanding Resourcefulness
Challenges • Strategic planning • Funding renewal • Fund development • Demographic shifts • Technological shifts Understanding Resourcefulness
Recommendations • Sustainable collaborative efforts • Sustaining authentic communication Understanding Resourcefulness
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