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ABOUT US

 

Our Firm

Strategic Partners, Inc., founded by Sam Kennedy and Neil Veydt, is a full service resource development consulting firm specializing in not-for-profit organizations. With more than forty years of experience, Sam and the members of his team have effectively cultivated personal and professional relationships with key community leaders nationally and locally. This experience, coupled with a  vast knowledge of the culture of philanthropy, allows our team to successfully service all of your fundraising needs.

 

Our Philosophy

Our goal is to be a dedicated partner with the leaders of your not-for-profit organization. When you partner with us, you become part of an experienced team which shares your commitment to furthering your mission with passion. 

We recognize that each client presents a separate and distinct set of development strengths and challenges. We create a fundraising strategy that meets your individual needs. Our experienced team partners with your leadership to employ analytical and creative approaches to make your fundraising goals a success. Your success is our success.

  

FREE SEMINAR

August 24th

Registration Required   MORE INFORMATION HERE

 

MORNING SESSION

"Networking is for Neanderthals^®"

   Presenter: Shawn Duperon  9:00am - 12:00pm

Networking is primal. It's biological. We need it. We crave it. And most of us don't do it well. In this FREE half day workshop you will step into a new realm of possibility. Whether you're a seasoned networking pro or brand spanking new, Six-Time EMMY® winner Shawne Duperon will radically transform your existing notions of networking.

 

AFTERNOON SESSION

"Hope is Not a Strategy"

   Presenter: Mick Koster & Sam Kennedy  1:30pm - 4:30pm

Today’s environment is extremely competitive; even the best organizations need to constantly look for new ideas and take advantage of every opportunity. Leaders of successful organizations look for new perspectives which they can apply to enhance their success. Now is the time to gather information, develop new plans, and strive forward, making the most of your philanthropic efforts.

 

 

LEADERSHIP PROFILE

Strategic Partners is proud to be partnered with Jalen Rose and the    Jalen Rose Charitable Fund.

Excerpt from the Ottoman Empire by Rob Otto, mlive.com, March 16, 2010

Most athletes talk about giving back to their community.  Unfortunately, many of them never get past the talking stage. Put Jalen Rose in the group that has followed through on his promise.

The Detroit native and former University of Michigan and NBA basketball star founded The Jalen Rose Foundation in 2000, and has given away more than $1.2-million since then. Among those receiving funds through Rose are 35 Detroit students who were given college scholarships.

In a press release announcing this year’s scholarship guidelines, Rose says his connection with these kids goes far beyond the money, “We make sure to stay in constant contact with the students who have received these scholarships throughout their four year experience. The goal of the program is not only to get kids to college, but to get them to earn a degree. I feel a sense of pride each time one graduates.”

The Foundation was recently renamed the Jalen Rose Charitable Fund, and will award $10,000 scholarships to three or more Detroit high school seniors this year. At least one of them will come from Rose’s alma mater — Detroit Southwestern High School. In a world where we hear about every bad thing athletes do, I’m happy to pass along some details about one of our own who is making a real difference out there. 

Many athletes say they want to make the world a better place. Jalen Rose is putting his money where his mouth is.