Sadiqa Sakin, the founder of World of Hearts and director of the Genevieve Group LLC, has devoted her professional life to bridging the gap between income inequality and government support. Serving as the Director of Development and Operations under her direction from 2006 to 2013, World of Hearts provided vital services and support to help numerous families and people restore stability, turning the organization into a ray of hope for countless others. Using her vast background in both the nonprofit and commercial sectors, Sadiqa maintains her objective of empowering communities and organizations in her role as Executive Director of Genevieve Group LLC.
World of Hearts: Achievements and Transformative Effects (From 2006 to 2013)
Under the leadership of Sadiqa Sakin, World of Hearts, which was established with the goal of bridging the gap between government aid and financial difficulties, gave families and individuals in need vital support. Offering 90-day support services and providing clients with the tools they needed to get back on their feet was the organization’s main goal. World of Hearts helped 440 families in its first year of operation and a total of 4,600 families over the course of 5 years, making a big difference and demonstrating the effectiveness of community-driven projects. Today, the organization has a staff of 12 people, each dedicated to the welfare of the society.
Volunteers of America and World of Hearts collaborated on the organization’s founding, laying the groundwork for its future success. Apart from providing immediate aid, World of Hearts was crucial in helping other organizations establish themselves, raise funds, write grants, and oversee projects. With this multipronged strategy, the nonprofit was able to empower other organizations to effect change in addition to offering direct assistance.
Under the direction of Sadiqa Sakin, World of Hearts was a ray of hope, with a goal to bridge the gap between public assistance and financial difficulties. The company concentrated on providing 90-day support services so that recipients may obtain the tools needed to start over. World of Hearts helped 440 families in its first year alone, making a significant effect and establishing the standard for what might be accomplished by community-driven projects.
Volunteers of America played a key role in establishment of World of Hearts, and this alliance was the first in a string of partnerships that would define the nonprofit’s success. In addition to providing direct assistance, World of Hearts also assisted other organizations with fundraising, project management, grant writing, and formation advice, which increased its influence in a number of industries.
Key Contributions:
1. Volunteers of America (Project Lead for Holiday Giving Campaign) 2006-2007
Through her inspiring Holiday Giving Campaign, Sadiqa Sakin raised $80,000 to purchase gifts and holiday meals for 440 families. With the help of this fundraising campaign, many underprivileged families are able to celebrate a dignified Christmas season, complete with gifts and full dinners that include turkey, dressing, desserts, and more.
2. Volunteers of America (Fundraising Project for the STEM Program) 2008-2010
World of Hearts was instrumental in bringing awareness and raising money for underprivileged children so that they can receive tutoring through its partnership with Volunteers of America, which led to an ongoing STEM tutor program.
3. Everett Semi-Pro Football Team (Project Lead & Fundraising for food shelters) 2008-2009
Working with the Everett Semi-Pro Football Team, Sadiqa led a creative fundraising campaign. To highlight how athletics and community service can work together to combat hunger and food insecurity, during an eight-game season throughout Snohomish County, 40% of the proceeds were donated to nearby food shelters.
4. Contribution to ACT-SO Program Between 2008-2011
Under her leadership, World of Hearts also participated in the ACT-SO Program, taking on project management, grant writing, and fundraising responsibilities. The nonprofit also worked on the Clean Water Wells Project in Ghana, Africa, in 2008, which included countries like Liberia.
5. Volunteer Work with the Snohomish County YMCA 2010-2012
Sadiqa donated her time to tutor minority children in mathematics and science from 2010 to 2012 through the Snohomish County YMCA My Achiever Program (MAP). Her dedication to empowering adolescents via education made it possible for these kids to acquire the abilities and information required for success in the future.
Life as Director of the Genevieve Group LLC
Building on the groundwork set by her work with World of Hearts, Sadiqa Sakin founded Genevieve Group LLC in 2017, of which she currently holds the position of Executive Director. The goal of Genevieve Group LLC is to facilitate business-to-business communication by providing targeted services that advance their objectives and encourage meaningful community engagement. Sadiqa has guided businesses and organizations toward significant change with her twenty years of experience in project management and business consulting.
Genevieve Group LLC, which was founded out of a passion for project management, consulting, and community involvement, displays Sadiqa’s in-depth knowledge of the dynamics of both nonprofit and for-profit organizations. Under her direction, the company keeps offering strategic assistance, assisting companies in achieving their goals and leaving a lasting impression on the communities in which they operate.
It should come as no surprise that Sadiqa Sakin is 2009’s proud recipient of the “Make a Difference for Women” award from Marysville Soroptimists. This award intends to honor a woman each year who works to improve the lives of women and girls through their professional or volunteer work.
Sadiqa Sakin’s journey illustrates the impact of dedication and community-centered initiatives. From World of Hearts’ transformative work to her current role with Genevieve Group LLC, she continues to make a difference, fostering growth, support, and empowerment in every project she undertakes.
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