Three first-grade boys come skipping out of the Ping Center locker room bearing bright eyes, wide smiles, and brand new Nike tennis shoes. The boys stop just long enough to show their Kids on Campus teacher before running to the basketball court to rejoin their classmates. The donation of 600 pairs of shoes and socks to the program was made possible by former Nike Vice President for Global Sales Tim Joyce, who earned both a bachelor of business administration degree and a master's degree in sports administration from Ohio University.
Professionals often think that they know what the needs are.
If the identified needs are not perceived as such by the families, the program will fail. Children and parents vote with their feet. A purpose that is concise and clear and reflects the needs of the community. Plan Knowledge and use of strategic planning to determine the strategic priorities of the community partnership, and best options for meeting these in the most effective and cost efficient manner. Leadership - one or more individuals who are passionate about underserved children.