Deadline Extended: October 15

Do you have a great growth story to tell, to help or inspire others (and potentially build your/your team’s brand)?

We’re planning a webinar on “Insights for Growth” to showcase the power of insights. We’ll feature several alum who currently or previously worked in Insights for ~10 minute case studies. Submissions are due October 15th; the event will be scheduled this winter. Submit your interest on our google form here!

Submit Your Story

Questions? Contact Jeff Adler at JAdler@AdlerSolutionsLLC.com

💌 City Gospel Mission: 100 Years of Hope, Healing, and New Beginnings

Breaking the Cycle of Poverty and Despair—One Life at a Time

In the heart of Cincinnati, a quiet revolution of hope is happening. For 100 years, City Gospel Mission has been a place where men, women, and families facing unimaginable challenges find not only shelter and food—but dignity, purpose, and a path forward.  P&G Alumni Foundation is proud to partner with City Gospel Mission with their 2024 Grant Award.  Here is how the partnership is paying it forward to generations to come. 

Take Jonathan, for example.

“I was living in Las Vegas when my back gave out. No insurance. No income. I was basically crippled for two years. I moved to Cincinnati, living with my mom—just trying to survive on her Social Security. I wanted to work again, but I didn’t think anyone would hire me after being out for so long.”

That’s when Jonathan found JobsPlus, City Gospel Mission’s workforce readiness program. Through classes, resume help, interview coaching, and job fairs, Jonathan found more than just a job—he found hope.

“Now I’m working again. I can help my mom instead of the other way around. It feels like we’re doing pretty good. JobsPlus brought me back up again.”

Or meet Alvester, who lost his wife—his high school sweetheart of 30 years—and spiraled into homelessness and addiction.

“When she passed away, I lost everything—my home, my dignity. I went to rehab, and they told me about JobsPlus. It was one of the best decisions I ever made.”

With the help of mentors and staff who truly care, Alvester not only found a job—he’s been promoted, is training others, and even got his driver’s license back.

“They were on my side every step of the way. It’s not just about jobs. It’s about second chances, support, and believing in someone when they can’t believe in themselves.”

🔹 The Legacy of Service

Founded in 1924 by James N. Gamble of Procter & Gamble, City Gospel Mission has grown from a single downtown location to a $14 million organization transforming thousands of lives each year.

In the last two decades, they have completed 10 mergers and acquisitions, built new facilities, and launched game-changing programs like Whiz Kids (tutoring), Step Forward (recovery through running), and JobsPlus, now in its 30th year.

They are not just meeting needs—they are breaking generational cycles of poverty and despair.

🔹 Powered by People Who Care

None of this would be possible without a dedicated team of P&G alumni and the donations to the P&G Alumni Foundation:

• Barry Baker and Alumni Grant Champion, former Section Manager at P&G, is now the Executive VP and Chief Administrative Officer after 19 years of service.
• Chris Heiert, P&G retiree and former SVP of Olay, founded the Step Forward running program, empowering addiction recovery residents through training and races.
• In 2023, over 30 P&G staff and alumni volunteered regularly—as mentors, tutors, meal servers, and classroom teachers.

Thank you for standing with the P&G Alumni Foundation and City Gospel Mission—and for being part of this century-long journey of hope.

Lead Yourself First!

If you’re the CEO of your life… how’s business lately?

Uncertainty isn’t just here — it’s accelerating. You’re navigating complexity, change, and pressure every single day. You’re expected to guide your team through storm after storm… but how often do you notice the storms hitting you, too?

Welcome Our New P&G Alumni Network Board Members
We are proud to introduce four exceptional leaders joining the P&G Alumni Network Board. Each has made significant contributions during their time at Procter & Gamble and beyond, and each brings a unique global perspective to our mission of connecting, inspiring, and serving alumni worldwide.

🌍 World Dance for Humanity: A Movement Changing Lives 🌍

At World Dance for Humanity (WD4H), they connect communities across the globe through the transformative power of movement—and deliver real support where it matters most. With every dance class and every generous donation, they bring hope and sustainable change to underserved communities, both locally and in developing countries like Rwanda.

WD4H, with the recent P&G Alumni Foundation Grant, is not just funding programs—it is changing lives.

🌟 Meet Our P&G Champion: Betsy Stivers

A cornerstone of this impact is Betsy Stivers, a dedicated P&G alumna whose deep belief in opportunity, education, and human dignity shines through her tireless commitment to WD4H. Betsy has been a long-time sponsor of students in Rwanda, most notably supporting Jovy Kakwezi through his high school and college education. Her involvement has extended far beyond financial support—she has been a mentor, advocate, and voice for the underserved. Through Betsy’s sponsorship and partnership, WD4H has been able to nurture future leaders and strengthen the local cooperative ecosystem. Her example shows how one person’s generosity and leadership can ripple across communities and generations.

💡 From Trauma to Triumph: Odette’s Story

Odette, a genocide survivor and mother of three, once lived with unimaginable pain and poverty. She lost family members—and her arm—during the Rwandan genocide. “I was that mother who would spend the whole day moving from house to house begging for food,” she recalls.

Everything changed when she joined the Abishyizehamwe Cooperative, a bakery business launched with P&G Alumni Foundation support. The co-op gave her a renewed sense of purpose, dignity, and a source of income. “Now, I’m not begging—I’m sharing food with others. I bought a piece of land. I even got a prosthesis. My life is full of meaning again.” 

“Thanks to your help, I am not who I was. I am who I am meant to be.” – Odette

🚴‍♂️ From Student to Leader: Jovy’s Journey

Meet Jovy Kakwezi, a former sponsored student who is now our Business Coordinator in Rwanda. After receiving high school and college support from donor Betsy Stiver, Jovy has become a powerful force in the co-ops.

“I never knew I could manage businesses, but now I’m confident. My income supports me and my siblings. This job has given me peace, purpose, and pride,” Jovy says. With his leadership, our co-op businesses are growing stronger every day.

🎁 Your Generosity at Work

Here are examples of how the P&G Alumni Foundation Grant is making a life-changing difference:

• 📘 $40 – Textbook for a student
• 🐐 $70 – Goat for a family
• 🚲 $150 – Bicycle for a business
• 🎓 $450 – One year of high school education
• 🐄 $1,000 – Cow for a cooperative

Each contribution supports the multi-pillar approach: education, livestock, healthcare, leadership training, and business startups.

📊 Grant Results: Measurable & Meaningful

WD4H has launched 10 businesses and 3 improvement projects through past P&G grants. With oversight from our Business Committee and newly appointed Coordinator, Jovy, we now monitor 18 businesses. Each one reports key results, showing consistent revenue and increasing co-op member confidence.

🌱 Looking Ahead

In 2025, we’re seeking renewed support to:

• Expand Business Training
• Fund our Business Coordinator role
• Support 4 new business students
• Scale the reach and sustainability of our cooperatives

As one of our team members said, “We are not just helping people survive. We are helping them thrive.”