Urban Views Weekly July 6, 2016

July 6, 2016

Scholar of the Week - Kirk Varga

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Civic Beat FUNdraising Good Times

Is your nonprofit legit? Three things you need to know.

Passion for mission is at the heart of a nonprofit, but don’t forget your “business” requirements. Nonprofits must comply with many of the same regulations as businesses, and additional ones that are specific to the sector. As an executive or board member you need to be aware of these, and operate within the law. Here are three things you need to know.

PAPERWORK Make sure your “paperwork” is in order and shared with your board. All members should have a copy of the organization’s IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter; its mission statement; bylaws; and most recent tax filing.

Each year the 990 IRS form needs to be submitted on time. If revenue is less than $50,000 you can file the simple 990N: it is a postcard with eight questions.

Depending on state law, you may be required to file with the state prior to launching a fundraising campaign.

Fundraising counsel or contractors may also need to register with the state.

BOARD AGENDAS AND MINUTES All parties are best served when agendas are distributed well in advance of each board meeting. Board members are required to make informed decisions, and depend on advance receipt of information so each has time to review and contemplate items prior to discussion or a vote. Similarly, minutes should be distributed

“Nonprofits must comply with many of the same regulations as businesses...” within 48 hours. While this is not a legal requirement, we suggest this policy as it supports timely and open communication, and allows board members ample time between meetings to complete actions they committed to, and to research topics which may be continued at the next meeting.

COMMITTEES AND POLICIES Your organization needs written policies and procedures that protect against error, fraud, and embezzlement. Policies should also protect “whistleblowers” – people

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who bring issues to the attention of the board or management, and who could be at risk of retribution.

A conflict of interest policy should be in place and reviewed annually. Board members must act in the best interests of the nonprofit. At its most basic level, this means you shouldn’t look to profit from the organizations you serve. Any transactions with board members must always benefit the nonprofit. An example of this could be providing quality office space at below market rates. In terms of committees, make sure you have an audit and finance committee that closely reviews financial information, ensures funds are properly invested and that funds are correctly accounted for.

This includes ensuring that gifts and grants are used per donor’s requirements.

Most states and major cities have an agency designed to assist and protect nonprofits and the people (constituents and donors) that support them. Staff and board members should be aware of and comply with these guidelines and regulations. You can check with your attorney general to learn more, or you can visit the National Association of State Charity Officials website (www.nasconet.org) for resources specific to your state.

Not paying attention to guidelines and regulations can be a silent killer that disrupts your nonprofit without notice. Take time to know your responsibilities.

Copyright 2016 – Mel and Pearl Shaw Mel and Pearl Shaw are the authors of Prerequisites for Fundraising Success available on Amazon.com. For help growing your fundraising, visit www.saadandshaw.com or call (901) 522-8727.

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Do you know what mental illness feels or looks like?

Minority Mental Health Awareness

Mental health is a sense of wellbeing, confidence and selfesteem. Young or old. Black or White. Man or woman.

Mental illness has no defined type of person that it impacts and if you know someone with a mental illness, it can impact you personally as well. Even though anyone can be diagnosed with a mental illness, health sources report that there is an increasingly large amount of minorities with a mental illness when compared to other populations.

Mental illness affects one in four American families and people in diverse communities are no exception.

The U.S. Surgeon General reports that minorities: • are less likely to receive diagnosis and treatment for their mental illness • have less access to and availability of mental health services

The month of July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. This gives us an opportunity to pause and ask ourselves: are we making progress in meeting the mental health needs of our diverse racial and ethnic populations across the country.

The theme of this year’s Mental Health Month is "Life with a Mental Illness," and the mental illness awareness organizations are calling on individuals "to share what life with a mental illness feels like for them in words, pictures and video by tagging their social media posts with #mentalillnessfeelslike.

Mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and well-being. We all experience times of difficulty and stress in our lives, but prevention is an effective way to reduce the burden of mental illnesses. We often hear the clinical terms used by doctors and other professionals to identify the symptoms of mental illnesses…but if someone hasn’t gone through it, would they know how to recognize it?

Two people with the same diagnosis can experience the same symptoms and describe it in different ways.

• often receive a poorer quality of mental health care • are underrepresented in mental health research

Understanding the signs of a mental illness and identifying with someone who has an illness can be the first step to getting them the appropriate help.

One in five adults experiences a mental health condition every year. One in twenty lives with a serious mental illness such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. In addition to the person directly experiencing a mental illness, family, friends and communities are also affected.

Fifty percent of mental health conditions begin by age 14, and 75% of mental health conditions develop by age 24. The normal personality and behavior changes of adolescence may mimic or mask symptoms of a mental health condition. Early engagement and support are crucial to improving outcomes and increasing the promise of recovery.

In the Presidential Proclamation – National Mental Health Awareness Month, 2016, President Barack Obama made the following comments: During National Mental Health Awareness Month, we recognize those Americans who live with mental illness and substance use disorders, and we pledge solidarity with their families who need our support as well. Let us strive to ensure people living with mental health conditions know that they are not alone, that hope exists, and that the possibility of healing and thriving is real. Together, we can help everyone get the support they need to recover as they continue along the journey to get well.

So, what can we do to help? Talk about how it feels to live with a mental illness. Whether it is anxiety, depression, psychosis, or you are in recovery – we know that mental illnesses are common and treatable, and help is available.

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Tighten Your Seat Belt Folks!

WHOA! The world was rocked when the United Kingdom withdrew from the European Union by a referendum vote from an insurgent populous, disenfranchised by the status quo. Billions and billions of dollars were lost in a single day due to the instability created in world markets by what the people of the UK did at the ballot box. Could the season of our discontent with “politics as usual” conceivably create a similar outcome in the 2016 Presidential race? It is certainly a very real possibility. It seems many of the people of the UK woke up the next morning to the plunging stock markets and the devaluation of their currency to levels not seen since the days of Margaret Thatcher, and they were “gob smacked!” Many voted without really believing that the “Leave” movement would actually win over the “Stay In” movement. They gambled with their vote in “protest” supporting their rebellion of the classism and tone-deaf leadership of the European Union and its traditionalism.

The rising nationalist sentiment and exploitation of an anti-immigrant fear cultivated a climate where a populist agenda could be swept into a frenzy, and where people jumped on the train without really knowing where they were going. Sound familiar?

Change. Really? That’s all they want?

Change can be good and on the other hand, it can be just as bad. What kind of change are you talking about? We have witnessed many historic and progressive changes in the United States.

We ended slavery. We won the right to vote for women and we outlawed school segregation. We outlawed discrimination in housing and access to public accommodation. All of these were good changes that many good people fought and (in some instances) died to achieve in order to make America the nation we are today. We have a long way to go as we pursue income equality, criminal justice reform, comprehensive immigration reform and universal healthcare for all, just to name a few changes we still need to embrace in order to fulfill the “promise” that America claims to be.

Change for change’s sake is not an intelligent or prudent way to move from one place to another because where you ultimately end up could be far worse than where you currently are, and the predicament you find yourself in could be catastrophic. Many folks in the UK find themselves precisely in that position today. They jumped on a train There is an eerie similarity when we look at the political campaign of 2016 here in the that was going somewhere, but they truly had no idea where that train was headed and U.S. The insurgent populace evident in both parties, and typically exemplified by the now that they’ve arrived, they just want to go home. Elections have REAL consequences Libertarians, brings about a feeling of déjà vu when we look at what just happened and there are NO takebacks. You can’t just say PSYCH! Your vote is a valuable and very in Great Britain. There continues to be a visual important privilege that you have as a citizen of the dissonance and clear disconnection with practicality, United States of America. If you cast your vote away Tawnya Pettiford-Wates, Ph.D. truth or decorum as we experience an unprecedented on a protest of something, or on a whim without full Founder and Artistic Director ugly election season. People do not seem to care if knowledge of what you are doing and the potential The Conciliation Project and Associate Professor some candidates actually have a plan, or if candidates consequences of that choice, fasten your seat belt ‘cuz Virginia Commonwealth University tell the truth, or if candidates defy all rules and/or it truly is going to be a bumpy ride!

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Scholar of the Week One of Kirk Varga’s passions in life started from one of his oldest hobbies, Legos. “Legos pushed my creativity to create hundreds of unique projects,” Kirk stated in an essay. “The main project I always was fascinated by was creating buildings and skyscrapers.” This hobby carried over into the game, Minecraft, and even carried over into his educational goals. Currently, Kirk’s main professional goal is to pursue a career in architecture.

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GPA: 4.2 College of Interest: Virginia Commonwealth University Major Community Service: Environmental Club Strong Interests: Chemistry and engineering Favorite Activities: Environmental Club, Sports

By Janeal Downs options to get paid, he decided to instead do it for community service hours so more money could go to the children. Through volunteer work, the main thing he has learned “is that the little things matter in life.”

Kirk was also a part of other organizations such as the National Honor Society, Future Business Leaders of America, Math Honor Society, Chess Club and more. With all of his extracurricular Not only does he want to design buildings, but he also enjoys activities, he held a 4.2 GPA. One lesson he learned from high school working with the environment and plans to build up the economy and plans to take with him to college is “to do the second mile, not for future generations by using nature to create just walk your mile and then after that go home, eco-friendly buildings. In fact, his work with the to push yourself, push your limits, to be the best environmental club at his high school is one of that you can.” Kirk is preparing to attend college his favorite things to do. Among many activities, at Virginia Commonwealth University. With he has helped with national parks, recycling at plans of going into architectural engineering, his school and also building an accessible bridge VCU’s engineering program, his familiarity with ™ over a creek. His interest in the environment has the city, and the great reviews he has gotten from ek of the We also helped him gain the opportunity to intern people he knows attracted him to VCU. at Yellowstone National Park this summer for a Kirk’s mother has always encouraged him to month. He will intern under the rangers while never do the minimum and always use his brain helping them conserve and preserve the area. to be successful in the future. He plans to continue working hard

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Not only does Kirk stay active with the environmental club, but he is also busy serving in the community. He currently has over 500 community service hours and was recently awarded for having the most at his school. He helps through the environmental club and also helps with giving back to the homeless. He also volunteers as a camp counselor at Camp Alkulana which he does for an entire week, a camp he has been going to since he was a young child. “It’s for city kids that never experienced camping before, overnight camping, and it’s just for people to enjoy nature,” Kirk said. While there were

in college and life. Not only did his mother and family constantly support and encourage him, but also his friends. “My friends at Richmond Community and also my neighbors and my friends I had in middle school, really pushed me when I was on the brink of giving up because I was working too hard,” Kirk said. Without these friends and also teachers and his counselor, Kirk said he couldn’t have done it without them. He wants to assure others that if they ever feel like giving up, they can do it if they put their mind to it, just like his friends always told him.

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Black Men Run Pushes Men to Live the According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the number one killer of all Americans. That number becomes even more staggering amongst African American men, with over 44% of Black men 20 years and older living with some form of cardiovascular disease.

That fact remains consistent across state lines; in Virginia, African American males’ odds of living with or dying from a heart-related illness are just as high, also ranking as the number one cause of death on a local level.

On a more granular level, Walton and Russell founded Black Men Run so that African American men who lack outlets to get physically fit would have a reason and a way to get off the couch and take control of their health.

“The news that African American men are disproportionately affected by preventable diseases is underreported and people don’t take it seriously,” says Walton, Black Men Run’s Co-Founder and Chief Financial Officer. “That ranges from chronic obesity to diabetes and to other diseases that affect us as a demographic more acutely than our counterparts.”

Unfortunately, heart disease isn’t the only health danger African Americans face.

Black men and women are To fight against the numbers, twice as likely to have a Walton and Russell ensure stroke than whites, and of that no man is left behind. the 68% of overweight or Membership is free in every obese Americans age 20 and chapter across the country, older, an estimated 68.7% of establishing what they call true them are African American affordable health care.

“It’s very men. Knowing this, how affordable to put shoes on your can the disturbing trend feet and go outside to what be stopped? The future of God has given you, versus young black boys relies paying $25 a month to go to heavily on the presence of the gym, ” Walton says. The the strong, healthy black founders and Leadership team men in their lives, so it’s believe that true brotherhood imperative that African is extending the healthy American men ensure they Edward Walton brotherhood to every man, not have the healthy bodies— making him pay for taking and healthy hearts—needed to live long and fruitful lives. control of his health.

Perhaps this is what makes Black Men Run such an It’s this brotherhood that has drawn anywhere from 6,000 exceptional organization. Founded only three years ago to 10,000 runners during its first three years in cities in Atlanta, Georgia by Edward Walton and Jason Russell, across the United States and beyond. Since its founding in Black Men Run keeps the goal of promoting a healthy 2013, Black Men Run has expanded to 54 chapters in cities lifestyle among African American men at the forefront spanning from Atlanta, Georgia to Sacramento, California, of their mission. Since its founding, the organization has and has expanded internationally to Paris and London. expanded to 54 cities, including a chapter of over 140 And with a large community of runners in Richmond, VA, men here in Richmond, VA. At the highest level, the it’s no surprise that the movement has expanded to the organization is what its Co-Founder Edward Walton Commonwealth, inspiring countless black male runners considers a “healthy brotherhood.” Regardless of their in Richmond and the surrounding areas to attend dozens skill level, its members, or “supporters” as they’re called, of races including the Monument 10K and the Richmond dedicate their time, bodies, and sweat to building a Marathon, wearing their Black Men Run T-shirts proudly. network of men who, together, dispel myths and fight the diseases plaguing the black community.

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“...African American men, with o and older living with some for The organization was founded on three tenets: Moderation, Accountability, and Consistency. And those pillars, while they govern the organization, are key ideals that continue to help Black men get on the path to a healthier life.

“The key is to have moderation in all you do,” explains

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and taking care of yourself. If someone’s dependent on you, you’re accountable for them. When you don’t make your run with your [running] partner and they’re looking for you, and as a result they end up quitting, you’ve let someone down.”

It’s consistency that has men running in 95-degree weather in the summer and 10-degree weather in January, and it’s the right type of consistency Walton values. “Consistency is the key to building good habits and bad habits,” he says.

“Building bad habits means you did it consistently for a while. The key is to build good habits that make you the best runner that you can be.”

over 44% of Black men 20 years rm of cardiovascular disease.”

Walton. “Doing anything in excess is not good for you. It’s possible to exercise too much.”

Accountability is also key in maintaining relationships, both with yourself, as a runner who evolves, but also as a team player. “You’re not only accountable for going out

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True brotherhood, friendship, and a sense of community are what has caused this organization to grow at the rapid pace in just three short years. It’s more than just a running club—it’s a social network of influence. They’re comprised of professionals at every level who look out for each other and provide counsel and connections when needed. If you need legal advice, rest assured there’s a lawyer somewhere in the organization who is willing to help. If you need IT support, they’re there, too. Black Men Run’s strength is the diversity in background experience, all coming together for one single goal.

A testament to its diversity and impact on the community is how fast it’s grown with no professional marketing help.

Their growth has been strictly What’s so remarkable about grassroots and word of mouth. this organization is that With a little help from social “the best runner you can media, they’ve expanded be” varies from member their reach from Grant Park to member. Its diversity is in Atlanta, Georgia to a small what makes it a haven for town in Iowa. That impact all men who want to make is even greater in large cities their fitness a priority and like New York and Chicago. take control of their health.

What was initially met with Black Men Run is comprised doubt and resistance from of men who are beginners both black and white America in every sense of the word, now earns acknowledgement, Richmond chapter members stopping every 100 meters respect, and admiration. Even to catch their breath. In that celebrities like Kevin Hart have jumped on the Black Men same chapter, you may find a marathoner who’s competed Run train, showing his support during his “Spontaneous at the Olympic level. With everyone from garbage men to 5K” held in Atlanta in 2015. astrophysicists, Black Men Run prove that socioeconomic status, religion, nor political affiliation factor into what Black Men Run is for every man. The Richmond, VA makes a man a perfect member. What every chapter, from chapter, like each chapter nationwide, encourages every Richmond, VA to Denver, CO seeks are members who are black man to join the “Healthy Brotherhood.” Because dedicated to dispelling the myth that African American they don’t charge to join, Black Men Run doesn’t have what men don’t run distance. many consider “official members.” What they have are men who will come out, respect their tenets, and dedicate “I’ve been running for over 25 years,” says Walton, also the themselves. They’re in the business of motivating men to CMO (Chief Motivation Officer). “I’ve seen numerous live their healthiest lives by challenging themselves, and African Americans [out running], and the most you could beating heart disease, obesity, and diabetes, and they don’t get was a head nod. Black Men Run is a way to tell fellow believe in spreading the message that you must spend runners that when you see this [Black Men Run] shirt, you money to do so. have a brother and a friend.”

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How to Guide

How to Choose a Podiatrist It is hard to ignore a foot problem. While over-the-counter remedies might help with some issues, more serious or persistent problems should be treated by a podiatrist.

Podiatrists specialize in foot or ankle problems, including pain and swelling, psoriasis, pinched nerves and heel pain.

It has become more common in recent years for some podiatrists to focus on sports-related injuries to the foot.

When you have strained or sprained muscles from playing sports, find a podiatrist who concentrates on diagnosing and treating sports injuries.

Your feet are important for balance and strength, much less to help you get around. When something goes wrong with them, you want to make sure you get them the best possible care. Don't wait until you can't walk or the pain keeps you up at night. Here are some ways you can find a good podiatrist.

Other doctors may help with psoriasis or chronic pain.

Whatever your problem, it can be helpful to know whether your podiatrist specializes in general or specific problems with the foot and ankle.

GET REFERENCES Your first step toward finding the right podiatrist is getting references from other medical professionals.

If someone in your social network has had a foot problem, ask them about their experience. High-quality doctors typically have a large roster of patients who are happy to recommend them.

Check with your family doctor or other medical professional for advice on podiatrists with strong reputations.

KNOW THEIR SPECIALTY There are many specialties within the field of podiatry.

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PAYMENT Check with your insurance provider to see if the podiatrist is covered by your plan. If you are unsure, call the office and ask which insurance is accepted. Some providers require a referral from your principal doctor. Be sure to get the paperwork in order before visiting the podiatrist.

If you do not have coverage through your insurance plan, inquire about payment plans. Many doctors are willing to work with patients on a budget.

PERSONALITY Every patient is different, and so is every doctor. Not all of them relate to patients in the same way. Ideally, you should try to find one who communicates well with you, answers questions patiently, solves immediate problems as quickly as possible, and helps you with ongoing care.

It shouldn't be hard to find someone who is a good fit for your personality. Feeling comfortable with your doctor is key to regaining your health.

CONVENIENCE Finally, look for a podiatrist with convenient office hours and location. The office should be close to where you live or work. You may need to continue treatment for weeks or months. It is difficult enough to travel if you have a foot problem. Don't make it even harder by selecting a podiatrist who is not in a convenient location.

Also, the doctor's hours should work well with your schedule. Some podiatrists have practices in multiple locations, each of which may be open for only a few days a week. Others offer extended hours on weekdays for working people. A doctor who takes his patient's lifestyle into consideration might be a good fit for you.

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Crunchy, Savory Summertime When hot weather arrives, cravings trend toward fresh, seasonal flavors and lighter fare. In between the bike riding, ball tossing, backyard gatherings and pool time, summertime meals enjoyed outdoors are a great way to get family and friends together.

Whether it’s a refreshing salad tossed with sweet candied walnuts or a fillet of mouth-watering

salmon topped with curried almonds, nuts are the perfect way to add texture and crunch to any dish.

These easy-to-make, summer-inspired recipes, created by Food Network celebrity chef Alex Guarnaschelli in partnership with Fisher nuts, will leave your guests asking for more.

Red Leaf Salad with Candied Walnuts and Grapes Prep time: 20-25 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Servings: 6-8 Nuts 1/2 1/8 6 1/2 1/2

cup sugar teaspoon cayenne pepper tablespoons water cup walnut halves and pieces teaspoon salt

Dressing 1/2 cup walnut halves and pieces 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons walnut oil To candy walnuts, line cookie sheet with parchment paper; set aside. In medium skillet, simmer sugar, cayenne pepper and water over medium-high heat until it turns golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.

Stir walnuts into caramel using wooden spoon.

Spoon nuts onto parchment paper and season with salt. Cool, then pull nuts apart into smaller pieces.

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

kosher salt

cracked black pepper Salad 1 cup seedless red grapes halves 2 medium heads Bibb or red leaf lettuce,

washed, dried and torn into pieces 1 small head radicchio, cored, leaves

separated and torn into pieces 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese Prepare dressing by placing walnuts in bowl of small food processor and pulsing. Add lemon juice, walnut oil, olive oil, a pinch of salt and some black pepper. Pulse to blend. Taste for seasoning and adjust as needed.

To assemble salad, toss dressing with grapes and lettuces. Top with candied walnuts and cheese.

Grilled Salmon with Spiced Almonds Prep time: 15-20 minutes Cook time: 20-25 minutes Servings: 6 Yogurt Sauce 1 cup Greek yogurt 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar 2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon paprika

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teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil teaspoon curry powder teaspoon paprika teaspoon ground cumin kosher salt

Salmon 2 3/4 pounds salmon, cut into 6-ounce portions kosher salt

freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 large lime

To make yogurt sauce, whisk yogurt, red wine vinegar, dill, mint, cumin and paprika in medium bowl with a pinch of salt. Taste for seasoning and adjust as needed. Stir in cucumber. Set aside.

start to lightly char, 5-8 minutes. If desired, grill limes as well.

Heat oven to 350° F. Heat grill to medium.

Use metal spatula to gently flip salmon. For medium well or well done, cook a few minutes longer.

In small bowl, toss almonds with olive oil, curry powder, paprika, cumin and a pinch of salt. Spread almonds on baking sheet and toast until golden brown, about 5-8 minutes.

To serve, remove fish from grill and transfer to serving platter. Sprinkle fish with a squeeze of lime juice and curried almonds. Serve yogurt sauce on the side.

Arrange salmon fillets on baking sheet. Season fish on both sides with salt and pepper. Drizzle with oil.

Place salmon on grill and allow to cook until fillets

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