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The Performance Imperative

Top nonprofit leaders from around the country, including First Place CEO Sam Cobbs, undertook a yearlong, collaborative effort to develop a clear definition of a “high performance organization.” The result is The Performance Imperative: A framework for social-sector excellence (PI).

The PI is a jargon-free guide to the key organizational disciplines for achieving high performance. Watch a short intro video and download your copy.

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18 Months of My First Place™ in New Jersey 

In July 2023, New Jersey’s Department of Children and Families, Catholic Charities Diocese of Metuchen, and Volunteers of America launched […]

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In the Media

Share the Spirit: For children exiting foster care, this local organization offers a critical lifeline

The support Stevie receives from First Place for Youth means the difference between homelessness and hope. Today, Stevie is thriving […]

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Evidence Our Program Works  

We couldn’t be more excited to share some incredible news, marking a huge milestone in First Place’s 28-year journey: an […]

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