“Melissa has been an exceptional student in the Nonprofit Management Marketing class. Her experience overseeing training/education in Quincy MA has served her well in seeing first hand how nonprofit professionals approach their work, and areas where they need to shore up their skills in delivering service to their clients. Melissa provided leadership to the Marketing class team that constructed a marketing assessment for our class client, Mass Recycle. She knows how to effectively pull disparate items together and give them a common theme, making the module (in Power Point) more meaningful to the learner. She has been great to work with. Truly a "team player."”
Melissa J. Pond
Providing strategic planning, expert grant writing, & effective communication.
Greater Boston
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Greater Boston
2K followers
500+ connections
About
Melissa J. Pond: A 15-Year Track Record of Nonprofit & Government Leadership
Melissa J. Pond has been making an impact in the nonprofit sector for more than 15 years. With a Master's in Nonprofit Management from Northeastern University, Melissa has served in various roles, including City Planner, AmeriCorps Volunteer, and Board of Health Member. She's been recognized by the American Planning Association Massachusetts Chapter, the Massachusetts State Senate, and the Quincy City Council for her efforts.
Career Accomplishments:
☛ Organized and managed $895k over four years to support municipal programming for communications access for persons with disabilities and persons with limited English proficiency, as well as the municipality's first ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. In December 2021, this project was recognized with the Social Advocacy Award from the American Planning Association Massachusetts Chapter.
☛ Developed and taught a nonprofit leadership course for her alma mater and taught a total of 12 courses in three subjects online for accredited colleges and universities.
☛ Recognized by the Massachusetts State Senate in 2015 and 2014 and by the City of Quincy City Council in 2013 with official citations for community service and leadership.
In 2022, she launched Melissa J Pond LLC to catalyze community advancement through strategic planning, expert grant-writing, and effective communications, fostering sustainable impact and growth.
Agency Accomplishments:
☛ Created an affordable, high-impact grant-seeking onboarding package that includes mission and vision statements with effective formulas, a theory of change framework, stakeholder mapping, data resources, grant research, and draft narratives.
☛ Identified and drafted applications and strategies for $1 million grant funding for a recreational, historic site in Abington.
☛ Developed a winning proposal to develop a leadership training program for a leading national community development professional association.
☛ Assisted small business clients in obtaining a total of $35,000 in grants
☛ Self-published seven books through Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing
Contributions
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How can social media improve your crowdfunding campaign?
Social media can significantly enhance your crowdfunding campaign by increasing visibility and engagement. Leverage platforms to build a community, sharing compelling visuals, stories, and updates. Use relevant hashtags for wider reach and collaborate with influencers aligned with your cause. Foster real-time interactions, conduct challenges, and contests for user participation. Acknowledge and thank contributors to create a sense of community. Consider cross-promotion with related campaigns for broader exposure. Tailor your strategy to each platform, focusing on consistency, engagement, and authenticity. While paid advertising is an option, success often stems from genuine connections and grassroots efforts.
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ʜᴀᴘᴘʏ ꜰʀɪᴅᴀʏ ᴀɴᴅ 𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐎 𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊𝐄𝐍𝐃! 𝙻𝚎𝚝'𝚜 𝚔𝚒𝚌𝚔 𝚒𝚝 𝚘𝚏𝚏 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚊𝚗𝚘𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛 𝚊𝚖𝚊𝚣𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚠𝚊𝚕𝚔-𝚝𝚛𝚞 𝚘𝚏…
ʜᴀᴘᴘʏ ꜰʀɪᴅᴀʏ ᴀɴᴅ 𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐎 𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊𝐄𝐍𝐃! 𝙻𝚎𝚝'𝚜 𝚔𝚒𝚌𝚔 𝚒𝚝 𝚘𝚏𝚏 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚊𝚗𝚘𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛 𝚊𝚖𝚊𝚣𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚠𝚊𝚕𝚔-𝚝𝚛𝚞 𝚘𝚏…
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Experience
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Education
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Northeastern University
Master of Science (M.S.) Non-Profit Management
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Concentration: Social Media
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Point Loma Nazarene University
Business Management
Semester at sister school of Eastern Nazarene College
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Eastern Nazarene College
Bachelor of Science Business Management Cum Laude
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Activities and Societies: Resident Assistant (Jan 07 - Aug 08); Students for Social Justice (05-06, Co-President 06-07); Business Society (Administrative Assistant 07-08)
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Licenses & Certifications
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Medical and Biological Waste Program for Regulators
Local Public Health Institute of Massachusetts (LPHI)
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Restricting Flavored Tobacco Products to Adult-only Retail Tobacco Stores
Local Public Health Institute of Massachusetts (LPHI)
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Stories School: How to Make the Most of Instagram and Facebook Stories
National League of Cities
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NLC University & Facebook: Digital Video and Facebook Live Best Practices
National League of Cities
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Certificate of Training: How to Incorporate HEPA into OST: Real-Life Examples from the Field
Bright Futures Health Kids MA
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Darkness to Light
Stewards of Children
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ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program (ACTCP / ADAC)
University of Missouri- College of Human and Environmental Sciences, School of Architectural Studies and the Great Plains ADA Center
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Volunteer Experience
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Member
Abington Board of Health
- 11 months
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Subcommittee Member - Housing & Community Development
American Planning Association Massachusetts Chapter
- 1 year 9 months
- Established FB page and organized FB admin team
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Chair
South Shore Hunger Network
- 2 years 2 months
Social Services
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Blue Hills Regional Coordinating Council (BHRCC)
Blue Hills Community Health Network Alliance (CHNA 20)
- 3 years 6 months
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Technology Subcommittee Member
National Community Development Association
- 8 years 6 months
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Steering Committee (Past Vice Chair, Past Treasurer)
Blue Hills Community Health Network Alliance (CHNA 20)
- 4 years 2 months
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STEM Advisory Council Member
Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education
- 3 years
Education
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Youth Council Member
South Shore Workforce Investment Board
- 3 years 1 month
Education
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Board Member
AmeriCorps Alums Boston
- 1 year 10 months
Civil Rights and Social Action
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Region 1 Board Member; National Board Member; Co-Chair, Technology Subcommittee National Board
National Community Development Association (NCDA)
- 2 years
Projects
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Webinar Presentations
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• National Community Development Week Communications Strategy, CDBG Coalition (moderated by President of the US Conference of Mayors) March 2019
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Conference Presentations
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• CDBG Public Services: Community Engagement and Monitoring, National Community Development Association Region 1 Fall Conference, October 2019
• CDBG Public Services Best Practices: Strategies for two-way communication with grantees and the community, National Community Development Association Annual Conference, June 2019
• Citizen Participation Best Practices: Universal Accessibility, LMA Ages 16-24, Children & Families, National Community Development Association Annual Conference, June…• CDBG Public Services: Community Engagement and Monitoring, National Community Development Association Region 1 Fall Conference, October 2019
• CDBG Public Services Best Practices: Strategies for two-way communication with grantees and the community, National Community Development Association Annual Conference, June 2019
• Citizen Participation Best Practices: Universal Accessibility, LMA Ages 16-24, Children & Families, National Community Development Association Annual Conference, June 2019
• National Community Development Week Communications Strategy, National Community Development Association Winter Legislative Meeting, January 2019
• Impact Your Community Through Social Media, National Community Development Association Annual Conference, June 2016
• Monitoring Public Services – A Tool for Relationship Management & Continuous Improvement, National Community Development Association Region 1 Fall Conference, November 2014
• What Can Other CDBG Communities Learn From Opportunity Quincy, National Community Development Association Region 1 Fall Conference, November 2013
Honors & Awards
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Children’s Screen Time Action Network Conference Scholarship
Children's Screen Time Action Network
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Opportunity Leader (2012 - 2016)
Opportunity Nation
Received a total of 4 scholarships to attend Opportunity Nation Summits & Hill Day events in Washington D.C (September 2012, June 2014, February 2015) and New York City (September 2016); Recognized as leading a model community, Opportunity Quincy, for utilizing Opportunity Nation's Opportunity Index and Shared Plan; Participated in Steering Committee; Served as Social Media Ambassador
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Friends of the Blue Hills Community Partners Award & State Citation from Senator Timilty
Friends of the Blue Hills & Commonwealth of Massachusetts House of Representatives
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2015 Community Development Future Leaders Program
U.S. Dept of Housing & Urban Development Boston Regional Office
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Emerging Leader, Alumni Award
Eastern Nazarene College
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Cape & Plymouth Business Magazine 40 under 40
Cape & Plymouth Business Magazine
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South Shore Leadership Award & State Citation from Senator Kennedy
South Shore Leadership Conference
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Quincy City Council Commendation
Quincy City Council
"In recognition of your outstanding work towards strengthening career pathways for young adults and promoting postsecondary educational success, through the "Opportunity Quincy" initiative, which you have launched and championed. Through your work, you have built and strengthened relationships among local and regional agencies working on similar initiatives by increasing communication and knowledge of data and resources through networking and outreach. Your efforts in providing a better quality…
"In recognition of your outstanding work towards strengthening career pathways for young adults and promoting postsecondary educational success, through the "Opportunity Quincy" initiative, which you have launched and championed. Through your work, you have built and strengthened relationships among local and regional agencies working on similar initiatives by increasing communication and knowledge of data and resources through networking and outreach. Your efforts in providing a better quality of life for the youth of the community have served as a model for others to emulate."
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GradNation Summit Scholarship Recipient
America's Promise Alliance
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Quincy City Council Commendation
Quincy City Council
In recognition of leadership, initiation, coordination of April 27th, 2011 Community Service Fair creating an opportunity for local high school and college students to partner with local social service organizations.
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Native or bilingual proficiency
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American Planning Association
MA Community Development and Housing Subcommittee
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Technology Subcommittee Member
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