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New program helps Central Okanagan non-profits grow

The program will help organizations develop stronger management and resources, among others
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A new program has launched to help Central Okanagan not-for-profits grow.

The Building Excellence and Sustainability Together Intensive (BESTI) is a cohort program that will provide a year-long training on capacity building, including developing stronger governance, management, administrative systems, financial resources and programs.

BESTI is offered through a partnership between Valley First, the Central Okanagan Foundation and the City of Kelowna.

“By working together, organizations will continue to strengthen their own capacity while looking for long-term sustainability to continue offering their valuable services to our region,” Valley First executive director Susan Byrom said.

The program will have local consultants lead not-for-profits through a process to develop a capacity enhancement plan. Participating organizations will also be awarded a $5,000 grant to start off their strategy building.

There will be a virtual information session on March 8 at noon, which interested organizations are encouraged to attend. To register for that session, click here.

For more information on BESTI, visit this website.

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Twila Amato
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Twila was a radio reporter based in northern Vancouver Island. She won the Jack Webster Student Journalism Award while at BCIT and received a degree in ancient and modern Greek history from McGill University.
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