Centre for Public Impact

📢 New CEO announcement from the Centre for Public Impact 📢 We are thrilled to announce that Nick Thompson has been appointed as our new Chief Executive Officer! 🎉 Nick brings a wealth of leadership experience and a strong track record of working at the intersection of government, strategy, and organisational transformation in the public sector. His impressive career has been defined by his commitment to advancing the public good through bold, innovative ideas and collaborative leadership. His vision aligns with CPI’s three core beliefs: embracing complexity, building relationships, and constantly learning. We’re confident that Nick’s leadership will strengthen our global impact and inspire new approaches to building trust and equity in the public sector. 💬 Nick states: “I’m thrilled to be joining the Centre for Public Impact. CPI’s mission – to reimagine government so it works for everyone – is inspiring. But today, it’s more urgent and essential than ever, given the rapid emergence of AI, the realities of a changing climate, and the challenges to democracy that governments and political systems worldwide face. I look forward to working alongside all our partners and stakeholders to continue driving transformative change around the globe.” Please join us in welcoming Nick to CPI! 🙌 Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this exciting new chapter. https://hubs.ly/Q033t2tq0

🌟 The Opportunity Project for Cities (TOPC) has reached its final year, and we couldn’t be prouder of the incredible journey we’ve taken with our partner cities! Over the past 4 years, this program has: - Engaged 1,850+ residents - Trained 108 public servants - Supported 8 municipalities in tackling systemic challenges like climate resilience, housing, and workforce development. This year’s final report highlights real impact in Akron, Macon-Bibb, Miami-Dade, and Saint Paul + Ramsey County, where communities co-created solutions that will make a lasting difference. 💡Thank you to every partner municipality, resident, and organization who joined us in this journey. Together, we’ve proven that collaboration and innovation can transform local government. 📖 Read the final TOPC report: https://hubs.ly/Q035wKJm0 #CivicTech #Collaboration #HumanCenteredDesign #TOPCities Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation Knight Foundation Miami-Dade County Macon-Bibb County Consolidated Government City of Akron, Ohio City of Saint Paul Ramsey County

📢FUNDING AND ACCELERATOR OPPORTUNITY - GEN AI FOR SOCIAL IMPACT📢 CPI is thrilled to be supporting Google.org on the selection process design and implementation for an amazing new funding opportunity for organizations looking to use Generative AI to advance social impact. Applications are now open globally for the second cohort of the Google.org Accelerator: Generative AI! Organizations all over the world can apply to receive a share of $30M and participate in the 6 month Generative AI Accelerator with access to pro bono AI expertise, technical training, and Google Cloud credits to build gen AI-powered social impact solutions. The inaugural cohort of 21 nonprofits completed the program last year, and expect to reach more than 30 million beneficiaries over the next three years. With this open call, we’re thrilled to help even more organizations all over the world harness the power of gen AI to advance their missions. Google is specifically looking for bold ideas that drive across Google.org’s three focus areas: 👉 Knowledge, Skills, and Learning: Provide pathways for people to acquire the knowledge and skills they need to thrive. 👉 Scientific Advancement: Accelerate breakthroughs and AI-enabled scientific innovation that enables technology to be used for good in the world. 👉 Resilient Communities: Contribute to building resilient local communities and a safe digital world. Learn more and apply today by February 10: g.co/Accelerator/GenAI.

📖At CPI, we believe in the power of partnerships, and we put that belief into action by working with our partners at Beeck to provide both the why and the how behind The Opportunity Project for Cities (TOPC) program’s success. 🔍 The Why – Beeck’s "The Heart of TOPCities" explores what drives TOPC: real stories, data-driven results, and the voices of residents shaping their communities. 🛠️ The How – "Strength in Collaboration" breaks down the practical steps: how to build trust, use tools effectively, and create partnerships that drive long-term impact. Together, these articles offer a roadmap for how local governments can drive innovation with their communities, not just for them. Start reading now to explore both the vision and execution behind TOPC’s success: 🔗 Strength in Collaboration: https://hubs.ly/Q035p5qw0 🔗 The Heart of TOPCities: https://hubs.ly/Q035nY960 #CivicEngagement #Collaboration #CivicTech Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation Knight Foundation

🌟 Join Our Team! 🌟 We're seeking a Senior Associate to join our North America team! If you're passionate about public sector innovation and have experience in human-centred design, we want to hear from you! 📍 Remote, USA 🗓️ Application Deadline: February 7, 2025 Join us in reimagining government to better serve communities. Ready to make an impact? Apply now: https://hubs.ly/Q0351pwR0 #PublicImpact #Innovation #JobOpportunity #JoinUs

🚀 Since 2021, #TOPCities has engaged 1,850+ residents and 108 local government employees to co-create solutions to challenges like housing insecurity and extreme heat. The heart of TOPCities is its people—their stories, challenges, and growth—driven by a shared purpose for collective action. Hear from practitioners like Marya Meyer and Jorge Valens about using human-centered design to make public services work better for everyone. “The people we serve should see themselves in the solutions we build.”  Jorge Valens, MPA, Innovation Manager, IT Department., Miami-Dade County, Florida Read the full story: ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eb2sXqFm Centre for Public Impact

What makes collaboration effective in local government? Sound off in the comments 🗨️ Through The Opportunity Project for Cities (TOPC), communities like Macon-Bibb County Consolidated Government and City of Akron, Ohio, learned that: 🤝 Trust is built through collective action. 🛠️ Tools and frameworks enable meaningful engagement. 💡 Partnerships are an investment in sustainable change. Read our latest article, "Strength in Collaboration: Empowering Communities Through Partnerships in TOPC," to discover how this framework sets the stage for local governments, residents, and tech partners to successfully create innovative solutions together! 📖 Read now and let us know your thoughts: https://hubs.ly/Q0357sL-0 #OpenData #CivicInnovation #LocalGovernment #Collaboration Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation Knight Foundation

In our latest article, "Strength in Collaboration: Empowering Communities Through Partnerships in TOPC," we explore how the TOPC framework brought together residents, community partners, and governments to co-create solutions that address pressing challenges. From building trust in Macon-Bibb County Consolidated Government to empowering resident voices in City of Akron, Ohio, these stories showcase the transformative power of collaboration and the lessons learned along the way. 📖 Read the article here: https://hubs.ly/Q03578p40 #CivicTech #CommunityEngagement #Collaboration #TOPCities Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation Knight Foundation

🚨 We're hiring in the United States! 🇺🇸 We're seeking an entrepreneurial senior associate who is passionate about public sector impact and skilled in human-centred design. 📅 Apply by: 11:59pm, 7th February 2025 (EST) #JobAlert #PublicSectorImpact #Innovation

💰 Last chance to apply! We are seeking a Senior Associate in Finance and Operations. If you’re passionate about social impact and have a finance background, we want to hear from you! This remote role is open to candidates in Europe and Mexico. ⏰ Apply by 11:59 PM CST today and help us build equitable systems that truly serve everyone. 📝Check out the details and apply here: https://hubs.ly/Q034Ry-c0 #JobOpportunity #FinanceJobs #SocialImpact #JoinUs #ApplyNow