Roxanne Jensen, ED. SPEC. - Assel Grant Services

15 Nov Taking the Time to be Thankful by Roxanne Jensen, Ed.S., GPC

Posted at 21:49h in Community, Competency Three, Competency Two, Inspiration, Relationships, Roxanne Jensen, ED. SPEC.

With Thanksgiving just over a week away, I find myself taking a few minutes to reflect on the nonprofits that provide services to those individuals in our community who need support. These organizations have diligently served our community through challenging times, some for many years. Their steadfast service and that of their talented staff, uplift our communities. While there are so many amazing organizations I could highlight, I am especially grateful for the following organizations…

04 Mar #BestSchoolDay!: Multi-Million Dollar Gift Funds All DonorsChoose.org Projects by Roxanne Jensen, Ed.S., GPC

Posted at 21:55h in Competency One, Competency Two, Grants in Action, Grants in Action, Roxanne Jensen, ED. SPEC.

So, you heard about the $29 million that funded all 35,000 DonorChoose.org classroom projects? If you didn’t, we understand. It’s Spring Break. You have been resting, rejuvenating. Ripple Funds All DonorsChoose.org Projects Are you wishing that you had a project on DonorsChoose.org when it happened? Or do you think this was like winning the lottery – it could never happen to me?

08 Jan Volunteering with Children by Roxanne Jensen, Ed. S., GPC

Posted at 21:58h in Community, Competency Seven, Roxanne Jensen, ED. SPEC., Volunteering

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, parents with children under age 18 are more likely to volunteer than persons without children, 31.3 percent versus 22.6 percent (in the year 2015). There are many benefits and reasons to volunteer with kids. First, interests and habits established...

01 Nov It’s Not All About Giving Money: It’s About Giving Your Time and Talents by Roxanne Jensen, Ed. S., GPC

Posted at 21:58h in Community, Competency Seven, Inspiration, Roxanne Jensen, ED. SPEC.

This Giving Tuesday, it’s not all about giving money: it’s about also giving your time and talents. Here are three ways to give back this holiday season that don’t involve opening up your wallet. Cultivate an attitude of abundance. One of the biggest fears held...

21 May From Teacher to Grant Writer by Roxanne Jensen, Ed.S., GPC

Posted at 22:02h in About AGS, Competency Seven, Inspiration, Roxanne Jensen, ED. SPEC.

“We can find a way to fix that, can't we?” When I started teaching English Language Learners in 2008, I had no idea the number of times I would say that phrase. I have found myself in over my head numerous times with that statement, but...