Blues Angel Music Foundation proudly represents one of the twenty-two nonprofit organizations enrolled in Pensacola State College’s inaugural certification program hoping to expand their impact on the community. Born from the efforts of Blues Angel Music owners, Nan and Jim DeStafney, their foundation aims to make a positive impact on the Greater Pensacola…
“I love gleaning best practices and learning how to keep my nonprofit business upholding quality standard,” says Paula Shell, Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida (BBBS of NWFL). Paula is attending PSC’s inaugural Organizational Excellence certification program to continue serving our community at the highest level. She especially enjoyed…
Dane MacKendrick, owner of video production company DANE MAC Studios, is one of several voluntary mentors for the PSC Center for Nonprofit Excellence and Philanthropy during its inaugural, year-long certification program. With over forty years of experience working in film and television production, Dane has mastered visual communication that engages and inspires viewers. …
Dr. Kevin Kovacs, Principal and Head of School and Administration for Dixon School of Arts & Sciences, represents one of twenty-two unique organizations enrolled in Pensacola State College’s inaugural certification program. As he oversees the day-to-day operations of the school, Kevin is charged with upholding and furthering its mission of providing values-based excellence in…
Sharon Gaubert, Treasurer of the Greater Pensacola Figure Skating Club, has been a member of the Pensacola State College Center for Nonprofit Excellence and Philanthropy since January of 2023. Sharon chooses to be a member because she believes membership helps her organization continue to grow. She also enjoys the expertise provided in each…
DeDe Flounlacker, Executive Director of Manna Food Pantry, is a representative of one of the twenty-two nonprofits enrolled in PSC’s inaugural certification program. A member of the Center’s Advisory Council, De also serves as a 2024 Faculty Member of the Center, training other class members. Her guidance is a valuable addition to the program.…
Executive Director, Reverend Ashley Wilkinson Meyer, represents United Ministries and their mission of serving families in crisis. They operate as an agent of grace in the world. This year, United Ministries joined twenty-one other locally based nonprofit organizations enrolled in Pensacola State College’s Center for Nonprofit Excellence and Philanthropy certification program. In her…
Raven Holloway, Executive Director of Independence for the Blind of West Florida, is one among twenty-two nonprofit organizations taking part in the inaugural certification program offered by the PSC Center for Nonprofit Excellence. As an Executive Director, Raven is tasked with protecting and furthering the mission of her organization while building community partnerships,…
Frank Harris, President of the Pensacola Alumni Charity Foundation, is one of twenty-two nonprofit organizations participating in the inaugural PSC Center for Nonprofit Excellence certification program. As President, Frank is instrumental in the direction, impact, and development of his organization. The Pensacola Alumni Charity Foundation is the charitable and philanthropic arm of the…
Jeni Passeretti, Events and Membership Chair for the East Hill Neighborhood Association, represents one of the twenty-two nonprofit organizations enrolled in the PSC Center for Nonprofit Excellence’s inaugural certification program. In her role at the East Hill Neighborhood Association, Jeni is responsible for fostering community connections, encouraging member engagement, and sustaining her organization’s growth…