Episode 29

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Published on:

7th Mar 2025

Jodi Blackman on United Way's Evolution and the Awesome 3000

Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem!

In this episode, Jacob Espinoza and Brandon Sommers sit down with Jodi Blackman from United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley to discuss:

The evolution of United Way over the past decade.
Taking over the Awesome 3000 community event.
How nonprofit funding is changing.
And much more!

Timestamps:

03:37 - United Way's service transformation

08:28 - Enrichment Academy program overview

12:09 - Federal funding uncertainties

18:59 - Fiscal management approach

21:26 - Awesome 3000 acquisition

28:49 - Event sponsorship opportunities

33:39 - Leadership succession challenges

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What's Happening Salem

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Stay connected to your community with "What’s Happening Salem," your go-to podcast for all things Salem, Oregon. Every Friday morning, we bring you the latest news, events, and stories from the past week, keeping you informed and engaged with what's happening in your city. Whether it's local government updates, community events, or neighborhood highlights, "What’s Happening Salem" ensures you never miss a beat. Tune in weekly to stay in the know and be part of the vibrant Salem community.

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