Meet Nelvin. He’s a self-defined hopeless optimist with an unshakeable belief that things will get better? He’s part of the We Are For Good community and finds ways to be a trailblazer listening to the podcast. With over a decade of experience in financial services, he went all in and jumped to a career where he can build more compassionate communities of care, generosity, trust, and innovation. He fits right in as the Development Officer at The Bowery Mission, a New York organization that has been a beacon of hope for those in need for over a century. In addition to his incredible story, Nelvin is  sharing his valuable insights for nonprofits considering building an Associate Board, illustrating how it can amplify their impact ? Tune in to get excited about inviting the next generation into your work. Today’s GuestNelvin Johnson,  Development Officer, The Bowery Mission Episode HighlightsNelvin’s story and journey to where he is today (3:40)Overview of The Bowery Mission (14:00)Engaging Young Professionals in Your Mission: The Bowery Mission’s Associate Board (19:00)Why should nonprofits build an associate board? (22:00)Mindsets Nelvin is bringing to his work (33:00)A powerful moment of philanthropy in Nelvin’s life (35:00)Nelvin’s One Good Thing: Don’t be afraid anymore. (41:00)How to connect with Nelvin and The Bowery Mission (42:00)For more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/489.Meet - Good Friends - our listener support community here at We Are For Good. Good Friends comes with perks - exclusive episodes with Jon and Becky - including the Good Brief - our monthly cliff notes of the greatest takeaways + lessons learned from that month, PLUS exclusive bonus content and AMA episodes where we answer your burning questions and tap our community of experts.Head over to weareforgood.com/friends to learn more ?Support the showSupport the ShowIf you love the podcast, you’ll love Good Friends, our listener support community here at We Are For Good. Not only do you get these perks, but you’re hanging with the most rabid fans who are restless to grow the Impact Uprising. This movement of believers are powering our free content and community with their monthly support, and Whoa Nelly, are we excited to invite you in.Learn more today at weareforgood.com/friends. Join the We Are For Good CommunityYou can think of it as the after-party to each podcast episode ?Say hi?LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter