This talk is for anyone curious about learning more about local non-profits and who leads them. Questions about the nuts-and-bolts of how non-profits work, and how they fundraise and inspire, are encouraged!

*This will be a virtual zoom event unless otherwise noted

*Zoom link will be emailed 3 days before event

Nichole's Bio:

Meet Nichole Lewis, MENTOR RI Program Director. Nichole is a Native Californian and Air Force brat. She started with the MENTOR Rhode Island in 2009 as an AmeriCorps Vista and program assistant. She has a passion for community service, youth empowerment, and all things pink and sparkly.

Having worked in the non-profit sector since 1991, Nichole has acquired extensive experience and an amalgam of skills perfect for coordinating mentor programs.

Nichole studied elementary, middle school, and secondary education, as well as biology and chemistry at RI College. After definitively coming to the realization that she did not want to be a teacher, she found that MENTOR Rhode Island was the perfect place to continue bringing communities together through youth support.

Nichole and her two children are proud Bristolians, Legend of Zelda enthusiasts, and believers in the Oxford Comma.

Kathleen's Bio:

Newport Partnership for Families (NPFF) recently announced Kathleen M. Burke’s appointment as its new Executive Director, replacing Sharon Carter who led the organization for 27 years. Kathleen is excited to return to “the island” and continue making a difference within the local community.

Prior to this role, Kathleen served as Executive Director of Star Kids Scholarship Program, founded by Dr. Tim Flanigan, Director of Admission at The Pennfield School, and Assistant Director of Admission at Portsmouth Abbey when the school launched its co-educational program. A graduate of Bowdoin College, Kathleen recently Chaired her 30th Reunion and and currently serves as a Fund Director of the College. She received her Master’s Degree from Lesley University with a specialization in Education and Counseling Psychology. She brings an extensive background in education and non-profit management with a focus in the areas of community outreach, fundraising, communications and program administration.