Chapter 5
Community Engagement
John Mooney
John Mooney served 27 years as a local-government manager. Since retiring, he has served as interim director of a nonprofit in crisis and as volunteer management consultant for two other nonprofits—6 years with the John XXIII Institute. He holds master’s degrees in theology and public administration and a PhD in philosophy.
Introduction
Every organization, for-profit or not-for-profit, is a profoundly social entity, concerned with its various communities. Its mission states the social impact it is committed to make, whether dominating the burger market or educating orphans. Its vision articulates what kind of internal community it must be to accomplish its mission, whether a “world-class” ...
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