Navigating Sustainable Investments as a Nonprofit Organization
2023-10-26 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual (Zoom)
The Standards of Excellence Committee is pleased to share that Black Barn Financial will be hosting a workshop for One Voice members and any staff who handle finances for One Voice organizations. Board members are welcome.
For nonprofits searching for a way to align their investments with their mission, the traditional financial world can seem somewhat… unaccommodating.
In this seminar, Black Barn Financial will focus on giving nonprofit leadership the language they need to navigate the investing process with a sustainable, responsible and equity driven lens.
Join Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®), Kacie Swartz, and Black Barn Financial founder, Sara Glakas, as they dedicate 90 minutes to explaining the basics of sustainable investing, challenges to address, and what investment committees need to know in order to start the conversation with stakeholders, advisors and donors.
What: Navigating Sustainable Investments as a Nonprofit Organization
Who: One Voice Members and any staff who handle finances or investments for member organizations. Board members are welcome.
When: Thursday, October 26 from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CT
Where: This event will be virtual. Please go here to register.

About Our Speakers
Kacie Swartz, CFPⓇ, CIMAⓇ
Co-Owner and Managing Partner of Black Barn Financial
Kacie Swartz is co-owner and managing partner of Black Barn Financial, a fee-only Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) in Austin, TX. She has been a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (TM) practitioner since 2012. She is also a Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®). Her experience includes advising endowments and foundations as well as volunteering with American Gateways, Dress for Success and other local non-profit groups.
Kacie is a spokesperson for the CFP® board’s Women’s Initiative to attract women to the financial planning profession. She is also a member of the Financial Planning Association, the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA), the Investments & Wealth Institute, and the Ellevate Network. She has been published in national media outlets such as The New York Times, Real Simple, Money Magazine, Kiplinger, and more.

Sara Glakas
Founder and Managing Partner of Black Barn Financial
Sara founded Black Barn Financial to create a financial advisory firm that not only offers personalized services but focuses on serving clients with a growth mindset. As a financial advisor, it’s not enough that she understands fundamental investing concepts and strategies, she wants you to understand them, too.
As part of her mission to educate those who feel removed from the investing world, Sara started the Austin Women’s Investing Group, an organization aimed at helping its 2,700+ members expand their financial understanding, proficiency and opportunities. She has taught courses on finance and investing for several programs affiliated with University of Texas at Austin and has served on the Advisory Board for the Initiative to Educate Afghan Women, a non-profit providing financial support and leadership training for Afghan women attending university in the U.S. In 2014, Sara won Austin Woman Magazine’s Small Business Grant Award. She currently co-hosts the podcast Women on the Verge of a Financial Breakthrough.

General Member Meeting
2023-11-16 11:30 - 13:00 | Virtual (Zoom)
General Member Meetings provide executive leadership with the opportunity to learn and connect with one another on a monthly basis. These meetings consist of voting items, small group discussions, committee updates, conversations about current events, and informational sessions as requested by members. These meetings are for members and designees only.
2023 Member Meetings will take place primarily virtually, with the final meeting of each quarter taking place in person. Make sure you RSVP here so the meetings are on your calendar.
See the 2023 Member Meeting Calendar for a list of dates and locations.
Who: OVCT Member EDs and Designees
When: Third Thursday of each month from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (excluding July and December)
Where: Register Here to hold the time on your calendar

2024 Executive Committee Meetings
2024-01-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual (Zoom)
The Executive Committee will meet virtually on the first Thursday of each month from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Meetings are reserved for Executive Committee Members so there is not a public link to join.
Any member may request time to speak with the Executive Committee at their monthly meeting. Please email in**@***************tx.org to request a time to bring a topic forward to the Executive Committee.

2024 General Member Meetings
2024-01-18 11:30 - 13:00 | Virtual (Zoom)
General Member Meetings provide executive leadership with the opportunity to learn and connect with one another on a monthly basis. These meetings consist of voting items, small group discussions, committee updates, conversations about current events, and informational sessions as requested by members. These meetings are for members and designees only.
2024 Member Meetings will take place primarily virtually, with the final meeting of each quarter taking place in person. Make sure you RSVP here so the meetings are on your calendar.
See the 2024 Member Meeting Calendar for a list of dates and locations.
Who: OVCT Member EDs and Designees
When: Third Thursday of each month from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (excluding July and December)
Where: Register here to hold the time on your calendar

2024 Membership Committee Meetings
2024-01-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual (Zoom)
The Membership Committee reviews and makes recommendations regarding membership categories; identifies and reaches out to potential new members and affiliates; conducts the annual membership drive; welcomes and supports new members; facilitates an atmosphere of mutual support among members through networking, social events and other means; organizes social events that allow for members to connect with one another outside of meetings; and encourages member involvement in committees.
This Committee meets virtually on the fourth Monday of each month from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. This committee will take a summer break from May-July.
Drop-in attendance from Members and their staff is welcome! Please see below for virtual meeting details.
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87841041662?pwd=[REDACTED]
Dial In: 1-346-248-7799
Meeting ID: 824 9194 2004
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Public Policy Kick-Off Meeting
2024-02-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual (Zoom)
The Public Policy Committee is charged with taking a proactive approach to public policy matters; initiating, assessing, and responding to public policy matters in a manner that benefits One Voice Central Texas members and their clients; serving as the vehicle for membership advocacy initiatives; and bringing matters of interest to the general membership.
The Public Policy Committee will have a virtual kick-off meeting on February 6 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85185575827?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 851 8557 5827
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Dial for phone audio: +1 346 248 7799

Lunch & Learn - No Cost Employee Benefits: Empowering Nonprofits to Support Financial Wellness in the Workplace
2024-03-20 11:30 - 13:00 | Virtual (Zoom)
Description: High interest loans and credit programs continue to be a huge drain on finances for many Texans, including low-wage nonprofit employees. Promoting financial health through employers is a powerful opportunity that often comes with minimal to no additional responsibility for the employer. Join us as we share information about safe, effective small-dollar loans and other financial well-being services that employers can offer to their employees.
Topics of Interest:

The realities of predatory loans in Central Texas
Safer loan options for your employees
How to utilize the benefits of the Community Loan Center
Helping your employees access better financial products

Panelists

Ann Baddour, Director, Fair Financial Services Project, Texas Appleseed
Raquel Valdez Sanchez- Chief Operating Officer, BCL of Texas
Cynthia Smith McCollum – Executive Director, Open Door Preschools
Elizabeth Colvin – Executive Director, RAISE Texas

Details

Who should attend?: Nonprofit Leaders, HR Managers, Board Members, and those interested in learning more about small dollar loan benefits available for their nonprofit
Cost: This event is free if your organization is a member of One Voice Central Texas. This event will cost $10 for guests who are not currently members of One Voice Central Texas.
Where: This event will be virtual.

This event will require registration! Go here to register:
https://onevoicecentraltx.wildapricot.org/event-5633290

2024 General Member Meetings
2024-03-21 11:30 - 13:00
General Member Meetings provide executive leadership with the opportunity to learn and connect with one another on a monthly basis. These meetings consist of voting items, small group discussions, committee updates, conversations about current events, and informational sessions as requested by members. These meetings are for members and designees only.

The March 21 Member Meeting will take place in person. Please RSVP here so we can arrange tables and chairs accordingly. You will also have the option to pre-order a lunch.
Who: OVCT Member EDs and Designees
When: March 21 from 11:30 – 1:00
Where: Shalom Austin – Register here to hold the time on your calendar and let us know you’re coming.

See the 2024 Member Meeting Calendar for a list of dates and locations.

Sustainability Committee Meetings
2024-03-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual (Zoom)
The Sustainability Committee is charged with identifying potential funding sources for One Voice Central Texas, completing grant applications of behalf of the coalition, securing sponsors, ensure sponsors receive benefits, and reviewing the One Voice sponsorship package on an annual basis to ensure it is engaging and appealing.
The Sustainability Committee will meet on the fourth Friday of each month from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. with the exception of July and December.
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85044632979?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 850 4463 2979
Passcode: [REDACTED]

2024 Public Policy Committee Meetings
2024-04-11 15:30 - 16:30 | Virtual (Zoom)
The Public Policy Committee is charged with taking a proactive approach to public policy matters; initiating, assessing, and responding to public policy matters in a manner that benefits One Voice Central Texas members and their clients; serving as the vehicle for membership advocacy initiatives; and bringing matters of interest to the general membership.
The Public Policy Committee will meet on the second Thursday every other month from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
2024 Meeting Dates:

April 11
June 13
August 8
October 10

Zoom Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85777525933?pwd=[REDACTED]

Dial for phone audio: +1 346 248 7799
Meeting ID: 857 7752 5933
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Public Policy Committee Meeting
2024-05-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual (Zoom)
Just added! The Public Policy Committee will meet on May 10 to discuss the “Day Without a Nonprofit” campaign. Please join us for this ad-hoc meeting as we nail down goals, strategies, and audiences for our upcoming campaign.
The Public Policy Committee is charged with taking a proactive approach to public policy matters; initiating, assessing, and responding to public policy matters in a manner that benefits One Voice Central Texas members and their clients; serving as the vehicle for membership advocacy initiatives; and bringing matters of interest to the general membership.
Zoom Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87149618569?pwd=[REDACTED]

Dial for phone audio: +1 346 248 7799
Meeting ID: 871 4961 8569
Passcode: [REDACTED]

2024 Standards of Excellence Committee Meetings
2024-05-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual (Zoom)
The Standards of Excellence Committee is charged with identifying trainings, workshops, and seminars related to Standards of Excellence; reviewing the results of the Standards of Excellence survey and identifying issues to be addressed as part of an annual plan to support members; and making recommendations on adjusting the tools or resources offered through One Voice as necessary.
This committee will meet virtually on the fourth Thursday of each month from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. We will have a summer break June – August.

Meeting Information
Link to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83625667918?pwd=[REDACTED]
Dial-in audio: 1-346-248-7799
Meeting ID: 836 2566 7918
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Member Workshop: Board Power Dynamics & Privilege
2024-08-22 12:00 - 14:00
The Standards of Excellence Committee is pleased to announce a member workshop hosted by The New Philanthropists on Power Dynamics & Privilege.
EVENT DESCRIPTION
Join us as we identify the different types of power dynamics between leadership teams and their boards, the cause and effects of these dynamics, and learn how to move from power hoarding to power sharing practices within leadership circles.
In addition, we will focus on how traditional nonprofit roles and practices are historically rooted in mistrust, and what strategies can be implemented to foster trust-based board service and leadership.
Guests will leave feeling more secure in their ability to:

Understand the different types of power dynamics, cause and effects and barriers.
Identify practical, applicable strategies to transition from power hoarding to power sharing practices in their leadership circles.
Explore roles within a nonprofit hierarchy and how to create a healthy culture focused on power sharing.

EVENT DETAILS
Who: OVCT Members and those within the organization who work closely with board members. To ensure guests are in an environment where they can discuss openly, this event is not open to board members of OVCT organizations (exceptions will be made when an OVCT member happens to serve on the board of another member organization).
When: Thursday August 22 from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Where: Communities in Schools, 3000 South IH-35, Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78704 – Inside the Community Room
Go here to register!
OUR FACILITATORS
Facilitator: Sharon Vigil
Title: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategist and Facilitator
Bio: Sharon is a seasoned Bilingual professional with over 20 years of providing organizational development within interdisciplinary networks. She specializes in providing relational leadership and strategic direction to social service agencies by coordinating the administrative functions and operations. Her expertise lies in developing efficiencies within complex systems and infrastructures. Sharon’s key to success is in the way I operationalize Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Throughout her career she has demonstrated an exceptional ability for meeting organizational goals and demands while elevating the voices of those in the communities we serve.

Co-Facilitator: Paulina Artieda
Title: Executive Director, The New Philanthropists
Bio: With over 15 years of experience in marketing, Paulina is a driven and self-directed Creative Thinker that has focused her career on delivering solutions for multicultural communities, as well as helping clients connect with audiences in relevant and meaningful ways. As Executive Director of The New Philanthropists, she leads all efforts in making nonprofit boards more diverse and inclusive. She is passionate about elevating the discussion on diversity, equity and inclusion among leadership circles and in helping add more seats at tables where representation is crucial. Paulina is a Leadership Activist who also has served as a CASA of Travis County advocate for over 4 years, is a scholar at life and passionate about mentoring and philanthropy.
A huge thank you to Schlotzsky’s, who will be sponsoring lunch for this event!

Thank you to our supporters for making events like this possible:

November Public Policy Committee Meeting
2024-11-14 15:30 - 16:30 | Virtual (Zoom)
Public Policy will be hosting an ad-hoc meeting on November 14 to close out the year. Please join us at the link below.

Who: One Voice member organizations, including staff members, who are interested in policies which affect nonprofit organizations
When: November 14 from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Where: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88948304082?pwd=[REDACTED]

2025 Executive Committee Meetings
2025-01-08 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-02-06 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-03-06 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-04-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual (Zoom)
In January, the Executive Committee will meet January 8 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. for their kick-off meeting. For the remainder of the year, the Executive Committee will meet virtually on the first Thursday of each month from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Meetings are reserved for Executive Committee Members so there is not a public link to join.
Any member may request time to speak with the Executive Committee at their monthly meeting. Please email in**@***************tx.org to request a time to bring a topic forward to the Executive Committee.

2025 Public Policy Committee Meetings
2025-01-09 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-13 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual (Zoom)
The Public Policy Committee takes a proactive approach to public policy by initiating, assessing, and responding to issues which benefit members and their clients. It may also serve as a vehicle for advocacy, bringing matters of interest to the general membership. The committee may request meetings with elected officials and form groups to speak at City/County meetings.
2025 Public Policy Committee Meetings will take place on the second Tuesday every other month from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. (excluding July).

Who: OVCT Members and Staff Members interested in advocacy and policy
When: Second Thursday of every other month from 3:00 – 4:00
Where: Zoom (Click to join)

2025 Member Meetings
2025-01-16 11:30 - 13:00 | Virtual (Zoom)
General Member Meetings provide executive leadership with the opportunity to learn and connect with one another on a monthly basis. These meetings consist of voting items, small group discussions, committee updates, conversations about current events, and informational sessions as requested by members. These meetings are for members and designees only.
2025 Member Meetings will take place primarily virtually, with some meetings taking place in person. Make sure you register for the meeting series here so the meetings are on your calendar.
See the 2025 Member Meeting Schedule for a list of dates and locations.
Who: OVCT Member EDs and Designees
When: Third Thursday of each month from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (excluding July and December)
Where: Will alternate between virtual and in-person. Register here to hold the time on your calendar

2025 Standards of Excellence Committee Meetings
2025-01-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-03-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual (Zoom)
The Standards of Excellence Committee may conduct and review standards assessments, identify issues to be addressed through member workshops, organize relevant training sessions, and recommend adjustments to One Voice’s tools and resources.
2025 Standards Committee Meetings will take place on the fourth Thursday of each month from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Who: OVCT Members and Staff Members interested in professional development and other methods of maintaining standards of excellence
When: Fourth Thursday of each month from 10:00 – 11:00
Where: Zoom (Click to join)

2025 Membership Committee Meetings
2025-02-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual (Zoom)
The Membership Committee reviews and makes recommendations regarding membership categories; identifies and reaches out to potential new members and affiliates; conducts the annual membership drive; welcomes and supports new members; facilitates an atmosphere of mutual support among members through networking, social events and other means; organizes social events that allow for members to connect with one another outside of meetings; and encourages member involvement in committees.
11:00 – 12:00 p.m. on the second Thursday of every other month, with member events and outreach taking place during the off months.
Meeting Dates:

February 13
April 10
June 12
August 14
October 9

Click here to join us (will place you directly into Zoom room).

2025 Sustainability Committee Meetings
2025-02-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual (Zoom)
The Sustainability Committee is charged with identifying potential funding sources for One Voice Central Texas, completing grant applications for which One Voice is eligible, securing sponsors, and reviewing the One Voice sponsorship package on an annual basis to ensure it is attractive and beneficial to sponsors.
2025 Sustainability Committee Meetings will take place on the fourth Friday of each month from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. (excluding July and December).

Who: OVCT Members and Staff Members interested in diversifying OVCT’s funding portfolio and other development opportunities
When: Fourth Friday of each month from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Where: Zoom (Click to join)

2025 Member Meetings
2025-03-28 11:30 - 13:00 | UFCU Plaza, 8303 N. MoPac Expy., Austin, Texas, 78757
See the 2025 Member Meeting Schedule for a list of dates and locations.
The March Member Meeting will be held in person on Friday, March 28! Please note this is a rescheduled date.

Who: One Voice Members and those interested in joining
When: Friday March 28 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: UFCU Plaza – 8303 N Mopac Expy, Austin, TX 78759 (large UFCU building off of Steck and Mopac)
Parking: Free parking garage on site
RSVP: Please RSVP here no later than March 21!

Lunch Provided by Schlotzsky’s
A huge thank you to Schlotzsky’s for generously sponsoring lunch for our March Member Meeting! We appreciate their support in keeping members fueled and ready for meaningful discussion.

Meeting Space & Amenities Sponsored by UFCU
We’re also incredibly grateful to UFCU for providing the meeting space and amenities for our member meeting! Their hospitality and continued support of the nonprofit community helps make gatherings like this one possible.

Thank you to our supporters:

Leading Through Uncertainty: Strategies for Nonprofit Resilience
2025-04-04 10:00 - 12:00 | UFCU Plaza, 8303 N. MoPac Expy., Austin, Texas, 78757
Leading a nonprofit organization in today’s climate requires more than just resilience – it demands clarity, connection, and the ability to lead with a steady hand in the face of considerable uncertainty. In this interactive workshop, Laura Elmore LeBlanc and Julia Cuba Lewis bring their signature blend of expertise and candor to help Executive Directors navigate the unknowns of federal legislation, economic shifts, and the daily realities of nonprofit leadership. Through personal storytelling and shared strategies, we’ll explore what has worked – and what hasn’t – when leading through crises, from COVID-19 to funding cuts and major transitions. We’ll identify what is within our control, how to use your influence effectively, and why fostering connection and momentum can turn uncertainty into opportunity.
When: Friday April 4th 10am-12pm
Where: UFCU Plaza, 8303 N Mopac Expy, Austin TX
Go here to register!

Event location and amenities generously sponsored by UFCU – thank you!
