Impact+ House - The Center for Social Impact Strategy

Join a network of innovative teams creating change. Designed for CSIS alumni and their collaborators, Impact+ House brings together small teams integrating social innovation within their organizations.

Impact+ House 2018 is a four-day immersive program at a 600 acre estate in the rolling green hills of central Vermont, where small teams gain the resources, training and community support they need to advance their organization’s impact. Alumni from any CSIS program (residential or online) are eligible to apply with 1–4 members of your team. Our global network is a fast-growing community of remarkable thinkers and doers, working in social impact across diverse sectors; we’re thrilled to offer an opportunity to open the door for colleagues of current alumni.

Teams explore purpose and vision, connect with a community of changemakers, and home in on the challenges standing in the way of their maximum impact.

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Out of the Ordinary

Live in a beautiful, remote property surrounded by nature away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Intentional Community

Join a diverse group of faculty, coaches and inspirational teams who will provide constructive feedback and new ideas to your team.

Personal Coaching

Get the space and support you need to reflect, set intentions, and reinvigorate purpose and impact in your team.

Digital Detox

Turn off your cellphones and set up your out-of-office message. This time is designed for changemakers to pause and take care of themselves and each other.

New Tools

Learn new frameworks for design, communication, business, and leadership that you can apply directly to your venture or organization.

Collaboration

Walk away with opportunities for group collaboration. United by a common interest and shared experience, Impact+ House participants become a community of supporters and potential partners.

Key Details

Dates: 2020 (Dates TBA)
Location: Vermont
Program Fee: TBA
Application Deadline: TBA

Location

The Lodge at Galusha Hill Farm sits on a 600-acre sanctuary in central Vermont, and offers the ultimate in privacy; its majestic acreage surrounded by 1,000 acres of protected conservation land. The main floor features a post and beam great room with a central stone thermal fireplace, crafted by local artisans using handpicked stones from the property, and an adjoining conference room and library, dining room, and commercial style kitchen. A large deck and patio overlook the organic gardens and farm pastures dotted with sheep and horses, and in the distance, breathtaking panoramic views of the central Vermont hills.

Teaching Team

Kaveh Sadeghian

Instructor

Ariel Schwartz

Managing Director

Anna Dausman

Instructor

Miriam McBride

Community Fellow

Philip Meeker

Chef, Brightseed LLC

Eva Cruz

Documentarian & Storyteller

Jim Rosenberg

Workbench Services

Brittany Anderson

Yoga & Wellness Instructor

Schedule

Day 1

Arrival

Participants arrive at Galusha Hill Farm Lodge, get situated, and go through group introductions. We kick off with happy hour, a delicious home cooked dinner, and a welcome bonfire.

Day 2

Audit

Gain a clear picture of where your organization and team currently are currently.

Day 3

Answers

Focus on applying new models and methods to set a plan for the future. Practice how to give and receive feedback.

Day 4

Action

Examine what makes teams thrive, make an action plan for your team, and explore work-life balance.

Day 5

Departure

Gather for one final debrief, make community commitments, and depart.

“Getting to spend time in such a beautiful setting with teammates was transformative for our little organization, as it finally gave us the time and space to concentrate on the future, instead of the day-to-day. We made good use of the time to implement and map out how we would achieve our goals to grow the team.”

2018 Participant

“I enjoyed this program and liked the balance of group work / discussions, team building, and self-care. The community that formed and the support that all of us will give each other as we move forward in life is what I am going to value the most.”

2018 Participant

FAQ

Who is this program for?

This program is for any CSIS alum and 1–4 of their teammates. If you or a member of your team (who plans to attend) is a CSIS alum, you’re eligible to apply.

What type of organization or venture is this relevant for?

This program is for teams coming from small ventures or larger organizations, in the public, private, or nonprofit sector, and across any field.

How many teams will attend?

We designed this program for 5–10 teams, depending on the size of the teams. We expect around 24 participants.

Will we interact with just our team, or other teams as well?

You’ll have ample time to work just within your team, and you’ll work with participants from other teams as well.

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