The Source’s Orozco Obtains the Grant Professional Certification

The Grant Professionals Certification Institute (GPCI) has announced that Jonathan Orozco, Development Director for The Source, has been awarded the Grant Professional Certified (GPC) credential, a nationally recognized certification designed to identify individuals with broad-based knowledge and real-world experience in the field of grantsmanship.

The GPC credential affirms grant professionals who demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to building social capital while helping guide others toward excellence in the field.

A Nationally Recognized Achievement

With this accomplishment, Orozco joins a select group of more than 600 grant professionals who have attained the GPC credential.

Accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), the GPC is awarded only to professionals who meet rigorous eligibility requirements and successfully demonstrate proficiency in the required competencies and skills of the grants profession.

This certification is based on extensive standards, ongoing research, and a demonstrated commitment to excellence and accountability.

A Commitment to Excellence

Anthony Zorbaugh, Executive Director of The Source, recognizes the significance of this achievement and the impact Orozco continues to make within the organization.

“Jonathan has continually and successfully guided and shaped the outcomes of our funding endeavors, and we are proud of how he has demonstrated excellence by attaining the GPC credential.”

What It Takes to Earn a GPC Credential

Individuals who receive the GPC credential must meet GPCI standards that include:

• Education

• Professional experience in the grants field

• Professional development

• Community involvement

  
  

Candidates must also pass a rigorous two-part written examination that tests competencies such as the following:

• Grant application development

• Project design

• Funding research

• Organizational development

• Ethics

• Grant management

• Funder cultivation

• Professionalism

  
  

All GPCs are also required to uphold the Grant Professionals Association (GPA) Code of Ethics.

A Recognized Leader at The Source

Doug Sweeny, a long-time donor of The Source and active member of several Vero Beach community organizations, works closely with Orozco and recognizes both his work ethic and character.

“Jonathan is an extremely hard worker and compassionate and always displays the highest ethical practices expected by GPCI standards.”

Beyond fundraising, Orozco has also played a key role in helping guide The Source in the development of many successful Dignity Programs, including Dignity Ranch, Dignity Bus, and Community Works.

About The Source

I Am Ministries DBA The Source is a Christian social outreach ministry that has been empowering communities into a lifestyle of service for the homeless, needy, and families of Indian River County since 1995.

Through a wide range of Dignity Programs, housing initiatives such as Dignity Bus Mobile Shelters and other housing facilities, restaurant-style hot meals, clothing provisions, counseling services, support groups, hygiene amenities, showers, mail and telephone services, and referrals for benefits, The Source continues to work toward eradicating homelessness in Indian River County.

To contact Jonathan Orozco, call 772-564-0202.

Visit www.iamthesource.org for more information about The Source.