Sabbatical Program Awards Informational Webinar

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agenda History of Cal Wellness’ Sabbatical Program Overview of application process and eligibility criteria Thoughts from a past Sabbatical Program awardee Q&A

Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin MODERATOR & Presenters Stephanie Corpuz Executive Assistant The California Wellness Foundation Tina Eshaghpour Director of Organizational Learning and Evaluation The California Wellness Foundation Judy Spiegel Principal Consulting for A Change Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin Chief Executive Officer The Sierra Fund

Tina Eshaghpour Director of Organizational Learning and Evaluation   Tina Eshaghpour Director of Organizational Learning and Evaluation The California Wellness Foundation

Sabbatical Program Awards Cal Wellness Sabbatical Program Awards created in 2003 Modeled after the Durfee Foundation’s sabbatical program for nonprofit leaders in Los Angeles County Differs from traditional sabbatical programs True respite, no contact with work Organizations receive capacity building support Improve the long-term effectiveness and sustainability of health service nonprofits by providing their executives with the rest and rejuvenation they need to continue to direct their organizations' mission.

Consulting for A Change Judy Spiegel Principal Consulting for A Change

Overview of application process The Sabbatical Program Award grant is provided to the organization and covers: Salary & benefits of the executive director during time away Capacity building support to the organization Multi-phase application process Diverse applicant pool Sabbatical Program awardees participate in an orientation, conference and awards ceremony prior to their time away

Key ELIGIBILITY criteria Leaders of organizations that add significant value to their communities and the field. Organizations must address issues that positively impact the health and well-being of Californians. Executive Director Paid, full-time employee 6+ consecutive years at organization

Key Eligibility criteria Health-related organizations making a difference for clients and community Financially stable Able to maintain operations in absence of executive director Strong management Seasoned and skilled executive directors

Three major points to consider: Why a sabbatical now? Three major points to consider: How will the organization operate in the absence of the executive director? Who will be in charge? What might be different? What will help your organization operate and grow during the sabbatical period? How will you, as executive director, use this few months off to take care of yourself and your personal needs and interests?

Application materials Three references One board member Elected officials are discouraged Reference interviews will take place between mid-May and late June Budget = $40,000 grant award Up to $30,000 can be used towards executive director’s salary/benefits $10,000 is to support capacity building of the organization Organizational Chart

Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin PAST SABBATICAL AWARDEE INTERVIEW Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin Chief Executive Officer The Sierra Fund

Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin PAST SABBATICAL AWARDEE INTERVIEW WHY I APPLIED FOR THE CAL WELLNESS SABBATICAL PROGRAM AWARD Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin Chief Executive Officer The Sierra Fund

Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin PAST SABBATICAL AWARDEE INTERVIEW HOW I PREPARED MY ORGANIZATION BEFORE I LEFT Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin Chief Executive Officer The Sierra Fund

Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin PAST SABBATICAL AWARDEE INTERVIEW WHAT KEY FACTORS MADE IT WORK FOR MY ORGANIZATION? Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin Chief Executive Officer The Sierra Fund

Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin PAST SABBATICAL AWARDEE INTERVIEW HOW DID IT BENEFIT MY ORGANIZATION? Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin Chief Executive Officer The Sierra Fund

Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin PAST SABBATICAL AWARDEE INTERVIEW HOW DID IT BENEFIT ME PERSONALLY? Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin Chief Executive Officer The Sierra Fund

Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin PAST SABBATICAL AWARDEE INTERVIEW MY RECOMMENDATIONS TO OTHERS WHO ARE THINKING OF APPLYING Elizabeth “Izzy” Martin Chief Executive Officer The Sierra Fund

Next steps & Important dates April 11, 2018 All applications must be received September 2018 Grant recipients of the 2018 Cal Wellness Sabbatical Program Awards will be notified November 2018 Grant recipients will participate in an orientation, conference and awards ceremony www.CalWellness.org

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HOW TO CONTACT US For all inquiries about the Cal Wellness Sabbatical Program Award: Phone: (818) 702-1970 Email: sabbatical@calwellness.org Sabbatical Overview www.calwellness.org/leadership_recognition/sabbatical_program_overview.php For general questions about Cal Wellness: Website: www.CalWellness.org Email: info@calwellness.org Phone: (818) 702-1900