b'Benchmarking and Public Recognition Accreditation*Confirmation process verifying legal requisites met and standards achieved in every area of operations, and recognizing andThe relationships that awarding best practices that are most appreciated by local communities.Citygate Network fosters are Nehemiah AwardGiven annually to a standout individual in membershipa lifeline for me. In the last who has exhibited extraordinary efforts to address the brokenness in hisfew days, I communicated or her city and restore its property and people. with peers in Atlanta and Phoenix about cash reserves, Citygate AwardGiven annually to a mission team whose creativity inanother in Charlotte designs and programs is challenging old paradigms and making majorregarding board recruitment, advances in ministry.and one in my own state about shelter design. And Marilyn Farmer Women in Leadership AwardGiven annually to a womanif I dont know who to call, in ministry whose successful leadership exhibits strength, confidence, grace,the staff at the Citygate and humility.Network office is always able to answer my question Media Innovation CompetitionAnnual contest giving recognition toor connect me to someone best-in-show member photos, brochures, newsletters, websites, and more.who can. OutcomesA coordinated effort to codify, collect, and share programBrad Meuli outcome data across member ministries. The data is used to improveDenver Rescue Mission, programs and influence legislation.Denver, Colorado Professional Consultation and MentoringCitygate Network HelplineOver-the-phone and email guidance for members needing assistance with specific problems or unusual situations. Citygate Networks online Leadership Team Site Visits*Phase-one analysis and recommendationsresource library for members on key issues from Citygate Network staff and key leaders.is a treasure-trove of information. It has samples Board Development Sessions*In-depth on-site board training in trends,of job descriptions, policies, responsibilities, and conflict resolution.procedures, forms, checklists, and tons more. And its a Regional CoordinatorsTerritorially based former mission/ministry CEOslibrary thats always open; serving as field staff, available to provide over-the-phone or on-sitethe help we need is available consultation and mentoring, and even interim leadership. around the clock. Leadership Program*Through a partnership with Arrow Leadership,Chad Young discounts on the Arrow Leadership Program, Sharpening Leaders Initiative,Salina Rescue Mission, and other resources.Salina, Kansas 9'