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2010 Kentucky Census data released today
 Today, the U.S. Census Bureau released detailed 2010 Census population totals and demographic characteristics to the governor and leadership of the state legislature in Kentucky. The data provides the first look at detailed population totals, as well as data on race, Hispanic origin and voting age for multiple geographies within the state (including small areas), such as census blocks, tracts, voting districts, cities, counties and school districts. This data release is intended to provide lawmakers with necessary information to undergo legislative re-districting. The information and tools included in this release can assist you in better understanding the transitions that have taken place in your community in the past decade. Available tools include:
Click here for the detailed article from the US Census Bureau.
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Kentucky communities are among the best for young people
 In 2010, five Kentucky communities stood out as among the best in the nation for young people, according to the America's Promise Alliance, a cross-sector partnership of 400+ corporations, nonprofits, faith-based organizations and advocacy groups that are passionate about improving lives and changing outcomes for children. The annual competition, entitled the 100 Best Communities for Young People, is a celebration of America's youth and the communities most dedicated to helping them graduate from high school. In 2010, out of 350 communities nominated, Barren County, Clark County, Lexington/Fayette County, Louisville, and Murray/Calloway County all received the distinction. We are proud to say that all five of these communities are directly served by local United Ways. Only three states out of the 37 honored had more winning communities.
The time has come to apply for the 2011 competition! Is your community one of the nation's best places for kids? Does it make youth its number one priority? Is it dedicated to improving life for young people, and working to end the national high school dropout crisis?
If so, then click here to begin the application process and proudly state how the programs, services, policies, and collaborative efforts in your community make it an outstanding place to live, learn and grow!
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 Strategic Planning Alternatives (and a rebuttal...)
Two weeks ago, we highlighted an article from the non-profit online magazine, Blue Avocado, that detailed why strategic planning isn't always the best solution for non-profits. Part two of the series claims to offer alternatives that provide results more effectively, such as: - Asking razor-sharp questions that demand unambiguous answers
- developing a Strategic Learning Agenda
- Getting everyone on the same "page", literally (with a focused, one-page vision)
- Revamping your fundraising
- Dealing with an ineffective exec (yes, there is more than one option...)
- Community-oriented decision making, and more...
The author of the two-part series believes that using the right tool for the job strengthens community non-profits, helping them learn and frame decisions, rather than strengthening what she calls "the philanthropic-consultant industrial complex" that is often built in to strategic planning process. Read more. HOWEVER...not everyone agrees that strategic planning is so ineffective or easily replaced. Mike Allison is the co-author of Strategic Planning for Nonprofit Organizations, 2nd Edition, and is regarded as one of the leaders who defined the process for the non-profit sector. In his rebuttal, he explains that "strategic planning is done so frequently because having a strategy and developing plans to make explicit what an organization's goals are, and how those goals are to be achieved, is a requirement of good management." In defense of the process, borrowing a phrase from the National Rifle Association (NRA), he says "Strategic planning doesn't waste a lot of time and money, people do." Read his full response.
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Giving opportunity to support the people of Japan
We've all been shocked and moved by the images and stories coming out of Japan following last week's earthquakes, tsunami, and now, nuclear crisis. Conditions are deteriorating, and United Way Worldwide is determined to support the Community Chest of Japan, a part of the United Way worldwide network. We know the Community Chest of Japan has established a fund, but chaos and difficulty inside of Japan are presenting a challenge to them for setting up a website where people can give direct donations. United Way Worldwide is now accepting contributions on their website for the Community Chest of Japan, and the funds will be directed to the Community Chest of Japan through United Way's International Donor Advised Giving (IDAG) program. Link to donate: http://liveunited.org/japan Link to blog for more information: http://liveunited.org/blog/entry/you-can-make-a-difference.-support-the-people-of-japan and http://unitedway.org/worldwide/.
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Kentucky United Way Career Opportunities
United Way of the Coalfield (based in Madisonville, serving Hopkins and Muhlenberg Counties) is seeking an individual who is highly self-motivated, energetic and an enthusiastic self-starter for the position of Executive Director. Responsibilities include directing the fundraising campaign, marketing, community and agency relations, volunteer relations, managing office staff, fiscal management, providing strategic direction to the United Way Board and implementation of special projects.
Experience in fundraising, volunteer recruitment, and executive leadership a plus, with a preference to those holding a bachelor's degree or equivalent. This position requires the ability to speak publicly to groups of all sizes. Applicants must have the ability to effectively interact with persons at all levels within the community. Please send resume to United Way, P.O. Box 366, Madisonville, KY 42431, by March 11, 2011.
United Way of Central Kentucky (based in Elizabethtown, serving Hardin, Grayson, Larue and Meade Counties) is seeking an experienced administrative assistant with a minimum of five years experience in the administrative support field. UWCK is seeking someone with a minimum of 2 years general office and accounting experience, who is highly organized and flexible, with strong interpersonal and time management skills, and who is comfortable working closely with the public and volunteers.
If you or someone you know is interested, download the full position description here. Resume and cover letter submissions should be sent to Christopher Wilborn at cwilborn@unitedwayck.org by March 25, 2011.
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