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Kathy LeMay: Raising Change for Women

"Revolutionaries come in all different types of packages" ~ Kathy LeMay

Kathy LeMay is one of those women whom you instantly feel connected to.  She has the ability to bring out the authentic nature of "you" and models the essence of what a true sister should be.  She is humble, sharp and hilarious. We were fortunate to connect with Kathy last April at our 2nd Annual Passion Into Action Women's Conference.  We read about her inspiring story in Nina Simons' new book "Moonrise" and both agreed that we should to invite Kathy to speak at our conference."  I had never met her or spoken to her, I just had a feeling that she should come. 

Kathy is an extraordinary woman who at the young age of 41 years old is a true trailblazer for creating substantial social change.  Not only is she redefining philanthropy, recognizing that all of us have the ability to give and serve without millions, but she also established the organization Raising Change to help find funding for organizations and individuals who want to make a difference.  She has since raised 150 million dollars and has traveled across the world to help provide a platform for the voices of thousands of women. 

During her Passion Into Action keynote presentation she shared the inspiration behind her purpose, words of wisdom from two of her favorite women, her mother and grandmother and the lessons learned from her journey to Bosnia and the philanthropists she has partnered with.  Kathy's story enables us to look outside the box when it comes to people and fundraising.  She says that "what I learned in how to fundraise is that if I show up as me, I open up the possibility for the woman I'm sitting across from.  If I show up and want a check from her I am no different than any multinational corporation who has no regard for another person.  Either I see her humanity or I don't.  That is all on me.  Once upon a time people did not see my humanity because I had nothing and I was doing the same thing to people of wealth that had been done to me."

Join us on KVMR on See Jane Do Wednesday June 1st, 2011 at 1:00 PM PST to hear Kathy's life-changing speech. We'll also feature special guests who will share their Passion Into Action follow up including Alice Halford who will debut her new song, Permission to Proceed (inspired by the conference).

Kathy is the founder of Raising Change and the author of The Generosity Plan.

Two Women to Watch This Weekend

Hear from women on the cutting edge of leadership, fundraising and social change.

It's a party.  It's a fundraiser.  It's an opportunity to connect with like-minded people and put your passion into action.

Did you miss the 2nd Annual Passion Into Action Conference?  Join us for an encore video presentation of Kathy LeMay, Tiffany Dufu, Jean Shinoda Bolen and Nina Simons.  Plus we'll feature special guests and discussions around passion, leadership, and funding.  These interactive events includes resources and tools to fund your passion and take the lead.

This weekend we'll feature Kathy LeMay on Saturday May 14th with a discussion to follow around funding, passion and philanthropy and on Sunday May 15th, Tiffany Dufu, President of The White House Project with special guest Councilwoman Yolanda Cookson. 

Kathy LeMay at the 2011 Passion Into Action Conference

Who:  Kathy LeMay on Funding, Passion and Philanthropy.  

 

When:  Saturday, May 14, 4-6pm - For more info on Kathy go to

http://www.thegenerosityplan.com/    

 

Where:  The Magic Theater, 107 Argall Way, Nevada City, CA

 

Tickets - $12 at the door. Seating limited to 60.

 

For more information email [email protected] or call 916-548-7716.

Tiffany Dufu at the 2011 Passion Into Action Conference

Who: Tiffany Dufu's talk on women's leadership in business, politics and media followed by a discussion led by Grass Valley City Councilwoman Yolanda Cookson.

When:  Sunday, May 15th, 1-3pm -  For more info on Tiffany go to

http://www.thewhitehouseproject.org/  

 

Where:  The Magic Theater, 107 Argall Way, Nevada City, CA

 

 

250 Women Unite at Passion Into Action

 

"Be the kind of woman who, upon getting up in the morning, places her feet upon the ground and the Devil says, 'Oh crap. She's up!" ~Kathy LeMay Passion Into Action keynote speaker

 

It began to the beat of one drum as over 250 women joined together at the 2nd Annual Passion Into Action Women's Conference in Grass Valley, CA. From the moving performance by the Feather River Singers, to opening up with Nina Simons, crying & laughing  with Kathy LeMay, being authentic and ready to lead with Tiffany Dufu, bringing women into circle with Jean Shinoda Bolen plus 17 amazing presenters, we are forever changed by this experience & thank each of you who participated in the event.

 

Nina Simons' passion for cultivating women's leadership and enhancing the planet is contagious and inspiring.  She did an incredible job of engaging the participants and providing a safe space for them to open up and share.  We so appreciate her ability to listen, her honesty and her sincerity.   

Kathy LeMay wowed us with her presentation.   We especially loved how she engaged the participants through her personal stories, out-of-the box thinking and sense of humor.  She has redefined philanthropy and how we can utilize our passion to be of service to each other.  While she has raised over $500 Million dollars for organizations she reminds us that giving to the greater good doesn't require millions.   

 

Tiffany Dufu, new President of The White House Project is striving to train 8,000 women to take the lead in the United States and there is no doubt that she will achieve that goal!  We especially appreciated her attention to authenticity and action in her presentation. It was such an honor to include Tiffany and two of her incredible team members, Liz Johnson and Nevada Littlewolf in the Passion Into Action line-up.  Liz and Nevada were extremely inspired and moved by the energy, enthusiasm, and passion of the attendees.  We hope to collaborate with The White House Project again in the future.

 

Activist and author Jean Shinoda Bolen is gathering women together and empowering them to create social change. Her personal stories around bringing women into circle, activism and her efforts to spearhead a 5th World Conference on Women are encouraging and hopeful.  Jean speaks from the heart and  inspires women to do what they love and share it with the world.  

 

We are extremely grateful to the 17 talented and powerful women who took the time to share their passion and lead 15 workshops at the conference including: Patt Lind-Kyle, Kathleen McIntire, Sonika Tinker, Elizabeth Johnson, Jessica Reeder, Shawn Tuttle, Amber Clisura, Kim Stravers, Stacy Malkan, Carole Carson, Linda Joy Myers, Lisa Schrader, and to our Boston friends, Alexis Schroeder, Jeanne Dasaro, and Jennifer Cohen.  We wish Chameli Ardagh a quick recovery and look forward to partnering with her on future events.   

 

A year of planning goes into organizing this conference and we couldn't do it without your support.  A sincere thanks to our fantastic volunteers, sponsors, exhibitors, Gather the Women, David Nicholson, Kial James, Haute Trash, Summer Thymes, Briar Patch, the Center for the Arts, Friendship Club, Sierra Mentoring Partnership, Sugar & Oats, Suzie Daggett, APPLE, Women Worldwide, Blossom Organics, Veritea, Nana's Baked Goods, Mayor Jan Arbuckle, Council Member Reinette Senum, Dawn Lorraine, Oberon, KVMR, Stephanie Camp, Jennifer Hall, Sadie Wight, supporters, friends, family and extraordinary participants who helped to create the magic of Passion Into Action.

 

So, what's next?  We are developing the next plan of action to continue the synergy from the event and support each others work and passion.   

 

Keynote Speakers:

Did you miss Passion Into Action?  We are hosting a special screening of the four keynote presentations and panel discussions at the Magic Theater Sat. May 14th at 4:00 PM, Sunday May 15th at 1:00 PM, Sunday May 22nd at 1:00 PM, and Monday May 23rd at 7:00 PM.  This will include special guests who will share tips and tools on how to put your passion into action.   More info to come! 

 

We look forward to aligning our work with the extraordinary presenters of Passion Into Action and will keep you posted. 

 

 

Share the Passion

DVDs of keynote presentations including: Nina Simons, Kathy LeMay, Tiffany Dufu, and Jean Shinoda Bolen are available for purchase.  The cost is $9 per DVD and also includes the panel discussion.  To order your DVD contact us at [email protected].   

 

Soiree Into Action

We will continue to hold our quarterly Soiree Into Action events with a specific focus around uniting our community of women and sharing tools to put our passion into action.  We are also looking to include teleseminars and webinars to include communities of women across the country.  Do you have a topic you'd like to share or learn more about?  Please contact us at [email protected].

 

Your Voice

Within the next couple of days Passion Into Action participants will receive an online survey.  As we look to possibly expand Passion Into Action in other small towns and rural communities we look to you for suggestions in order to enhance the PIA experience.     

 

Connect with Us

Our radio program continues to feature the stories of everyday extraordinary women.  We appreciate the support of our host station, KVMR as we move towards syndicating See Jane Do this year on other stations across the country.    

 

You can also read about extraordinary women in our column in The Union Newspaper.

 

We are excited to speak at the Green Life Eco Fest May 21st-22nd and the National Federation of Community Broadcasters annual conference June 1st-4th.   

 

Passion Into Action is a success because of your commitment to invest in "you", doing your part, sharing your stories, and following your heart.   We appreciate your support and can't wait continue the momentum and energy this coming year.

 

All the best,

 

Elisa and Jesse

What's New at Passion Into Action

"It's an extraordinary experience, Passion Into Action, and I've never seen or felt a gathering quite like it." ~Nina Simons

  

The 2nd Annual Passion Into Action Conference will not only mirror the synergy and excitement of last year's event but will include new features to enhance your experience.

 

What's New at Passion Into Action:

 

Young Women's Track 

We are thrilled to partner with The Friendship Club, Sierra Mentoring Partnership and The Center for the Arts to offer workshops for young women in our community.  The girl's 

track will focus on  Power, Passion, and Philanthropy.  Part of the proceeds of the conference will support these workshops.

 

 

The White House Project

TWHP is a nonpartisan and nonprofit organization working to advance women in business, politics, and media.  They've rarely worked in California and are excited train women to lead in our community.  In addition to a keynote address by president, Tiffany Dufu TWHP is leading 3 workshops at Passion Into Action this year including Plate to Politics (designed specifically for the foodies and farmers), Raising Money in Rural Communities, and Blueprint for Change.   

 

Opening Night Reception

Not everyone could participate in the one day event last year so we've expanded the conference to include a kick-off reception and a special evening with Nina Simons of Bioneers Friday, April 29th.  Nina will lead the attendees through an experiential experience including tools and tips to activate the group into action as a collective.  Friday night will also feature The Feather River Singers and a special greeting by Nevada Littlewolf, the youngest women and first American Indian to be elected to city council in her town.   

 

Passion Into Action After Party

Celebrate the day and connect with friends at our first ever after party.  We'll wrap up the conference with a special performance from Fishtank Ensemble and MaMuse at The Center for the Arts.  Click here to purchase tickets.  Passion Into Action attendees receive a discount.   

 

Food and Beverages

This year your Saturday admission includes a delicous boxed lunch and drink from Summer Thymes and a continental breakfast.  VeriTea by Keri Kemble is providing an afternoon tea and local goodies.   Keri is debuting her new brand of organic and Fair Trade teas at the event.  Friday night will include appetizers provided by Briar Patch and a no-host bar.   

 

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Beauty Bar

Visit the See Jane Do Beauty Bar featuring natural and organic beauty products by Sugar & Oats Day Spa, Oberon Cosmetics, Dawn Lorraine Conscious Skincare and Blossom Organics. Enjoy aromatherapy scalp and hand massages, plus mineral makeup application on cheeks and eyes by Sugar & Oats Day Spa and Oberon Cosmetics.  Discover Dawn Lorraine's Conscious Skincare products and be sure to check out her Pomegranate Crisp Body Creme which she is donating a portion of her sales to See Jane Do.  And pick up a sample from Blossom Organics' Intimate Care Collection.

 

Too Good To Change:

 

Like last year we're offering 15 hands-on workshops featuring workshop leaders from the community and several presenters from the Bay Area and even Boston.    

 

Keynote speakers; Kathy LeMay, Jean Shinoda Bolen, Tiffany Dufu and Nina Simons are bound to motivate and inspire you.  Unlike conferences that host thousands of attendees, the Passion Into Action Conference is unique in that it provides an intimate space to connect with these incredible speakers and extraordinary attendees.  

 

Tickets are still available but are going fast.  You can purchase your tickets and register for the conference here or go to www.seejanedo.com .  

 

We look forward to seeing you all very soon!

Top 3 Ways To Fund Your Passion at Passion Into Action Conference

"Everyone has been made for some particular work, and the desire for that work has been put in every heart." ~Rumi 

 

Most of the women we've interviewed on See Jane Do created their careers by following their heart and passion to create social change.  Their success was not driven by making money but by making a difference.  While many of these women would probably agree that their mission is so important they would do their work for free (and some have) at a certain point they've required financial support.

 

We've identified women who offer tools and ideas to financially sustain one's passion and invited several of them to lead workshops at the 2nd Annual Passion Into Action Conference.  After all, this event is about investing in you and discovering the value you hold in the world.

 

Top 3 Ways To Fund Your Passion at Passion Into Action

 

 1)  Connect with nationally acclaimed organization, The White House Project and participate in their workshop:  "Raising Money in Rural Communities."  The White House Project is training women across the country to take the lead. 

 

Fundraising in rural communities presents unique challenges and opportunities.  Take a look around your community, hear what is working in other communities, and feel supported in making a plan to help you succeed.  Learn tips and strategize with others about how to tap into your current networks and look for ways to find and find and tap new resources.  Read more about the workshops they are offering here.

 

 

 2.  Learn tools and ideas to help you navigate a career that has meaning and value yet still pays the bills.

 

The New Prosperity Initiative founders, Lex Schroeder and Jeanne Dasaro have created tools and ideas to help you find rewarding work even in times of widespread change.  Jeanne has been featured in O Magazine as one of "Tomorrow's Leaders" and Lex is extraordinary at connecting people and ideas.  Read more about this dynamic duo that is traveling from Boston to share their passion. 

 

The New Prosperity Initiative Workshop:  "Navigating a Path to a Career in Public Service: A Roadmap for Creating Social Impact"

"In a recession, when major institutions are dramatically changing/failing (and technology is changing the way we work), how do we find jobs we enjoy that also pay the bills?"

This is the big question NPi's workshop, "Navigating a Path to a Career in Public Service," aims to address.

The path to a successful career in public service has never been more confusing. Yet more and more people seek to do work that is ultimately for the public good. Whether we enter the for-profit or nonprofit world or take the leap and become social entrepreneurs, we are stepping into new and different jobs tackling a wide variety of social and environmental problems.

Rooted in the belief that the best career opportunities come through relationships, not job boards, this workshop provides a powerful new framework for taking ownership of one's own unique and often winding career path. In a highly interactive session, participants learn how to identify and communicate their own unique offerings as well as how to establish and cultivate strong work relationships both online and offline. Attendees will be presented with ideas for getting started on the job search or entrepreneurial endeavor, thoughtful tips for moving beyond the roadblocks they will inevitably encounter, and inspiration by way of real life stories. In a quickly-changing world full of new opportunities and possibilities, this workshop is dedicated to helping women begin to find or create meaningful, rewarding work during times of widespread systems change.

 

3.  Identify your Generosity Plan and connect with Raising Change founder, Kathy LeMay.  

 

For fifteen years, Kathy has been a professional social change fundraiser, raising millions of dollars in the fields of women's human rights.   She has trained hundreds of groups and organizations in philanthropy and fundraising.  She launched Raising Change to help progressive non-profit organizations raise the capital they need to advance social change agendas.  Kathy has been featured on Oprah and on the Oxygen Network.  In 2009, she wrote "The Generosity Plan" a practical guide to philanthropy.  It's an inspiring and empowering how-to on "sharing your time, treasure and talent to shape the world."   

 

We are thrilled that Kathy is participating as a keynote speaker at the conference.  Click here to read more about her extraordinary work and story.

 

Whether you're seeking tools to fund your passion and business, connect with a group of like-minded women to support the good work you're doing, or finding your voice and simplifying your life, we hope you find Passion Into Action to be an investment in your and our collective futures.

 

Click here to register for the 2nd Annual Passion Into Action Conference

3 Ways To Celebrate International Women's Day!

Happy International Women's Day!  Thousands of events are taking place today across the world to celebrate women.  In fact, International Women's Day is an official holiday in over fifteen countries such as China and Russia.

On the 100th anniversary of this important day we acknowledge the women who came before us to ensure that as women, we have a voice.   And we acknowledge the inspirational women who walk beside us today; our mothers, sisters, grandmothers, aunts, friends and advocates who strive to create gender parity, equality, and make the world a better place.  

 

What is your message to women around the world today and who are the women you would like to recognize?  Below we've listed three things you can do today to celebrate IWD. 

 

1#  Connect with other women, join them on a bridge and attend an IWD event.

 

Women, men, and children are connecting on bridges all over the world with the message that "Stronger Women Build Bridges of Peace".  Click here to find other events in your community. 

 

Please join See Jane Do in celebrating the 100th anniversary of International Women's Day hosted by Gather the Women. 

 

2# Listen to Conversations on KVMR today for a special interview with author and activist, Jean Shinoda Bolen.

 

Elisa Parker of See Jane Do will join Michael Stone, host of Conversations to interview Passion Into Action keynote speaker, Jean Shinoda Bolen.

 

Jean recently released her book, "Like a Tree:  How Trees, Women, and Tree People Can Save the Planet."  Jean is also advocating for a 5th UN Women's Conference.  Listen today on KVMR from 1-2PM.    

 

 

 

 

 3# Invest in YOU and register for the 2nd Annual Passion Into Action Women's Conference.

  

Be inspired, be motivated, be moved!  Join guest speakers Nina Simons, Jean Shinoda Bolen M.D., Tiffany Dufu, and Kathy LeMay plus fifteen workshops, musical performances, a Haute Trash fashion show and more, Friday & Saturday, April 29 & 30, 2011.  Tickets are limited.  Click here to register.

Passion Into Action: A Women's Conference Tickets On Sale Today

 
Be Inspired, Be Motivated, Be Moved

Passion Into Action, Friday & Saturday, April 29 & 30, Holiday Inn Express, 121 Bank Street, Grass Valley, CA featuring special guests Nina Simons of Bioneers, Marie Wilson of the White House Project, Jean Shinoda Bolen, Kathy LeMay and many more.

"The most incredibly evolved group of women I have ever met in my life!" - Gloria Feldt

"Passion Into Action is like falling in love.  If you fall in love deeply enough with that which really matters to you, everything opens from there." - Chameli Ardagh

"You could see what the outcome of this conference is...it's a way for women to voice what the issues of the day are, how we can improve our community, the nation, our planet.  It provided me with inspiration, but also tools." - Elaine Sierra

Join today’s leading women’s speakers and activists at See Jane Do’s 2nd Annual Passion Into Action: A Women’s Conference. See Jane Do will host world renowned speakers and over a dozen workshop leaders on self development, green living, health & wellness, leadership and the value of you.

This inspired gathering of hearts and minds was realized after an exciting year traveling across the nation to capture the incredible stories of everyday women who were doing extraordinary things for the planet, for our monthly radio show and website.

We wanted to design a conference that specifically served women in rural communities and small towns. These are places where small steps can lead to bigger changes at a rapid pace and community members are vested on a personal level in taking care of each other and the area in which they live.

Passion Into Action creates a space for the women in their community to meet, network and explore ideas on how to work together on one another's projects and strengthen their community. Most important, the content of the event will hopefully transfer ideas into action. The event showcases real women with real solutions; mixing local and non-local leaders & visionaries, artists & musicians, mothers & grandmothers, teachers & students, homemakers & business owners among others.

Whether you’re seeking tools to fund your passion and business, connect with a group of like-minded women to support the good work you’re doing, or finding your voice and simplifying your life, we hope you find Passion Into Action to be an investment in your and our collective futures.

Friday, April 29, 2011
Passion Into Action Opening Night "A Special Evening with Nina Simons of Bioneers" plus Feather River Singers and special guests
630pm Reception, 7pm Show

Saturday, April 30, 2011
All-Day Conference with Keynote Speakers Dr. Jean Shinoda Bolen, Marie Wilson of The White House Project, Kathy LeMay and Nina Simons plus Workshop Leaders: The White House Project featuring Elizabeth Johnson & Nevada Littlewolf, Kim Stravers, Linda Joy Myers, Jennifer Cohen & Gina LaRoche, Sonika Tinker, Shawn Tuttle, Carole Carson, Chameli Ardagh, Kathleen McIntire, Jessica Reeder, Patt Lind-Kyle, Jesse Locks & Elisa Parker, Stacy Malkan, Alexis Schroeder & Jeanne Dasaro.
830am Registration, 930am-530pm Conference

Tickets

Save & Buy the Full Conference Pass - Friday "Opening Night With Nina Simons" & Saturday Conference (includes Continental Breakfast & Lunch) $95adv/$105 door

Friday "Opening Night Only With Nina Simons, Feather River Singers and Nevada Littlewolf" $35adv/$45door

Saturday Conference Only with Dr. Jean Shinoda Bolen, Kathy LeMay, Marie Wilson & 15 workshops (includes Continental Breakfast & Lunch) $70adv/$80door (Please add $3 for service and handling fees)

Click Here to Register & Purchase Tickets!