Mockingbird Society
Key Takeaways
People and Definitions
100

What is the Mission of the Mockingbird society?

(Jesse edit) to change systems for foster care and homelessness

100

What are the recommendations?

1. Expand the Development team to diversify fundraising

2. Senior leadership training















100

Name two executive directors from the Mockingbird Society.

answers could include:

- Jim Theofolis

-Laura Pierce

-Annie Blackledge

- Peter Bloch

- Natalie Lente

200

What is the name of the TMS model in which there is a network of 6-10 foster families and a central "hub home"?

A Mockingbird Family! Fun fact this is a community-based model developed in WA and is used in placed like Australia and Japan!

200

Describe two challenges TMS is facing?

1. Attracting and retaining talent

2. Strategies for developing mockingbirds regional chapters

3. Funding Diversity (public vs . govt funds)

200

Who authored "Function of the Executive"?

Chester Barnard!

300

What percentage of kids reported seeing their sibling too much ?

10.5%

300

What are two out of the three components of an organization as defined by this group?

1. Structure

2. Purpose/ Motivations

3. Leadership & Culture

300

Who is the Director of Youth Programs?

Sharn Kaur