by Victor S. Valentine, CEO of NHSA “The essence of philanthropy is not just giving, but the thoughtful stewardship and partnership that makes that giving meaningful.” — Paul Ylvisaker I was recently reminded of something my late father once shared with me about growth. As I wrestled with a difficult decision, he listened carefully and […]

by Victor S. Valentine, CEO of NHSA “Sustainability is more than endurance — it’s the foresight to adapt, innovate, and remain grounded in purpose while navigating constant change.” In today’s evolving human services landscape, one truth continues to guide effective leadership and organizational resilience: the best ability is sustainability – a modification of a quote […]

by Victor S. Valentine, CEO of NHSA NHSA recently hosted a roundtable conversation for its national human services leaders that centered on a timely question: when should nonprofits engage in external partnerships? In today’s fast-moving landscape, opportunities often arrive faster than organizations can properly evaluate. Yet one shared truth emerged—not every collaboration is meant to […]

by Victor S. Valentine, CEO of NHSA For more than a century, the National Human Services Assembly (NHSA) has adapted to meet the sector’s changing needs. Today’s volatile social, political, and economic climate calls us to evolve once again. Traditionally, NHSA convened C-Suite executives to strategize and strengthen the sector. Now, recognizing the more decentralized […]

by Victor S. Valentine, CEO of NHSA “Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.” —Martin Niemöller As summer winds down, I’m reminded why I prefer character-driven films over explosive blockbusters. Stories with well-developed characters feel real—and that connection changes everything. In movies, kidnappers are often urged to hear […]