STRONG Accountable Care Community

STRONG ACC is proud to announce our next virtual Lunch & Learn session, “The Intrinsic Value of a Grant Funding Request”. Please join us on July 22 at noon as our featured speaker, Bruce Prezzavento of Windworth Grants, offers insight into the art of awardable grant writing! During this engaging session, the following will be explored: ⭐ The financial impact of submitting a grant application ⭐ Strategic decision-making for organizational leaders on when to pursue grant funding ⭐ Techniques to maximize the intrinsic value of a grant application Please use the following link to register for this learning opportunity: https://ow.ly/OnHs50SBChb #TogetherWeAreSTRONG #collectiveimpact

Earlier this week, STRONG ACC Collective Impact Specialist Beth Huber attended the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation (GELF) SELECT Convening in Franklin, TN! She joined STRONG ACC partners, Bright Start colleagues and literacy leaders from across the state to engage in meaningful dialogue focused on literacy initiatives. The convening included keynote speakers from the Memphis Literacy Institute and SCORE, "I Survived" children’s book series author Lauren Tarshis, and TikTok sensation and motivational speaker Oliver James. Breakout sessions included informative panels and numerous topics centered on literacy. We were so proud of Dr. Debra Bentley from the Niswonger Foundation as she participated in the ‘Empowering Literacy through School Districts Partnerships Panel’. We commend her for her tremendous leadership as the Director of Project On-Track, the high-dosage, low-ratio tutoring program that has served over 16,000 students in 18 school districts! We celebrate the efforts of the many organizations in our region and across the state working to improve literacy instruction, increase book access and instill the love of reading in our children. Thank you, #GELF, for this inspiring convening! #TogetherWeAreSTRONG #collectiveimpact

Registration is now open for the 2024 STRONG ACC Regional Symposium! 🎉Join us on Wednesday, Sept. 4 and Thursday, Sept. 5 at MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center as we explore the theme of Accelerating Impact Together. Why attend the Regional Symposium? This signature annual convening of STRONG ACC Partners will provide a rich and engaging experience, featuring inspiring keynote addresses, opportunities to network and learn from one another, and a deep dive into STRONG ACC’s regional agenda. The agenda will also feature 16 breakout sessions covering a wide array of topics. CEUs will be available. For the first time, an evening reception will celebrate the 2024 Resilience Award winners, making it a dynamic event you won’t want to miss! Register for our 2024 Regional Symposium at: https://ow.ly/YgIX50SxqVr. #TogetherWeAreSTRONG #CollectiveImpact

We would like to acknowledge and thank Northeast State Community College for their continuing partnership with the STRONG ACC, their gracious hospitality, and their unwavering commitment to educating and training the next generation for success. #TogetherWeAreSTRONG #CollectiveImpact

Just three months to go until Regional Symposium 2024! 🎉 Registration information and conference highlights coming soon! #TogetherWeAreSTRONG #collectiveimpact

This week, the STRONG ACC Policy and Advocacy Committee held its monthly meeting at the Bristol Chamber of Commerce. The committee is led by co-chairs Margaret Feierabend and Beth Rhinehart and supported by STRONG ACC staff members Brittany Boles and Megan Hamilton. During the meeting, the committee reviewed last year’s timeline, previewed the timeline for the upcoming year and reflected on the committee’s first full year of service. We were honored to have Tennessee State Senator Jon Lundberg in attendance as he provided a review of the 2024 General Assembly and welcomed questions from the committee. In the next few weeks, STRONG ACC partners will be asked for their valuable input on the 2025 policy agenda through a survey. We look forward to great things happening in the upcoming year! #TogetherWeAreSTRONG #collectiveimpact

We're getting closer! We can't wait to see you this September at our 2024 Regional Symposium. #TogetherWeAreSTRONG #collectiveimpact

Mark your calendars! ⭐ The STRONG ACC Regional Symposium will be at MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center on Wednesday, Sept. 4 and Thursday, Sept. 5. Registration information and conference highlights are coming soon! #TogetherWeAreSTRONG #collectiveimpact

Please join us as we celebrate STRONG Families NETN Operations Manager, Cory Whitfield! Cory was recently awarded as Social Worker of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers NETN! We are so proud of Cory and greatly admire the many contributions he makes to our region. He goes above and beyond to support and uplift those who are in need! #TogetherWeAreSTRONG #collectiveimpact #socialworker

This week, the STRONG ACC Collective Impact Team met for a day of planning! Everything is coming together beautifully for the 2024 Regional Symposium. Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, Sept. 4 and Thursday, Sept. 5 and stay tuned for details! #TogetherWeAreSTRONG #collectiveimpact