Thursday, September 11, 2008

Jurassic 5

    
EZine Article Of The Day
Why You Should Get Involved in Voluntary Charity Work at Hospitals
There are many reasons why people decide to get involved in voluntary charity work with a hospital in their local area. In the first place, performing hospital volunteer work is certainly a cause that is worthy of a volunteer's time. The services that such volunteers provide are not only needed and appreciated by adult patients, but there is also a need for those who wish to do volunteer work with children, as they are in need of receiving compassionate and attentive care as well.
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Why You Should Get Involved in Voluntary Charity Work at Hospitals
There are many reasons why people decide to get involved in voluntary charity work with a hospital in their local area. In the first place, performing hospital volunteer work is certainly a cause that is worthy of a volunteer's time. The services that such volunteers provide are not only needed and appreciated by adult patients, but there is also a need for those who wish to do volunteer work with children, as they are in need of receiving compassionate and attentive care as well.
The Nonprofit Development Office - The "Real" Elephant in the Room
Can you imagine a more tedious topic than that of developing policies and procedures for the nonprofit development office? Developing comprehensive policies and procedures for a development department would hardly seem a subject loaded with the fun factor of, say, the hottest direct mail tactics, or the newest strategies for online giving, or attending a workshop geared towards putting more "oomph" in your grant proposals. But by ignoring key standards, your organization wlll suffer the consequences long into the future.
Where Can I Place Free Advertising For My Non Profit Group?
One of the most difficult things for nonprofits is marketing and advertising. Whenever they pay for advertising they are taking away from their charity's coffers, so it is a catch-22. They realize if they spend too much on advertising or marketing that they may lose those valuable financial resources without increasing their revenues. Budgeting for non-profits is never easy and marketing and/or advertising is always an expense to be reckoned with.
Cancer and Donating to Charity
Donating to charities, especially your favourite ones provide people with a sense of pride and accomplishment. From the Charities point of view fundraising is a tough business because no matter what kind of program they run and the tax benefits for donating to their cause. The end result will be the charity trying to separate you from some of your money.
How to Start a Non Profit Organization
While creating a non profit organization is not very difficult in itself, there are many things one must keep in mind when one has decided to build one. Here are some things to keep in mind when attempting to create a non profit organization: Do as much research as you can and use the right sources that you know are reliable. Keep in mind that a non profit organization is not interested in making money for itself, but rather funding capital for a specific interest to the general public.
Starting a Nonprofit - Preparing For Success
Start your new nonprofit organization by laying a strong foundation that can support your dream for years to come. These powerful tips go beyond how to apply for a 501(c)3 and help you think through what you've got to do, how you're going to do it and what it really takes to succeed.
Non-Profit Organizations Must Know Their Information Assets to Protect Them
As a manager in a non-profit organization, do you know where your information assets are, and how important they are to your operations? You should understand that this is the starting point for ensuring that you have a solid framework for protecting your assets, both physical and informational. This article outlines 7 important points you need to consider to ensure your organization's objectives can be met and protected.
Tips to Increase the Value of Your Donations
Here are some things you can do to ensure that your donations go to the most deserving causes. Don't Be Afraid to Ask Questions. It is not rude to ask informed questions about how and where your donations will be put to use. Whether you're donating a thousand dollars or used furniture, it is still ultimately a product of your hard work and it's understandable that you want to ensure your hard work would be of help to others.
Habitat For Humanity - The Benefits of Volunteering
Ever wonder how to become a more valuable person? Volunteering for organizations like Habitat for Humanity can help more than you think. The experience can help you become a more productive person while making a positive difference in the world.
It's Not Just Fundraising Anymore - Non-Profits Must Practice "Fundkeeping" to Protect Assets
Managers in non-profit organizations often have a difficult job. They may have limited resources, and may not think of security as a top priority. But today's thieves can stake out and plan an attack on donated gifts, cash or credit card receipts with increasing ease using online tools. This article outlines a set of 7 practices using an approach called "Governance by Graffiti" to help support "Fundkeeping" - the protection of donated assets driven by a culture of "security as a priority".
Advocate in 2008 - Volunteering For a Non-Profit
Most people look to do something great in their life to help other people, they search for a cause that is greater than their own. Altruism is alive and well in the human psyche, especially in the United States. Our nation is a giving nation and we give more to the common good throughout the world than any other country in the history of mankind.
Non-Profit Organizations Or Multi-Million Dollar Businesses
Non-Profit organizations although intended to be perceived to endorse and support activities of public or private interest without any commercial or monetary profits, may in itself be just another way to pull the wool over the eyes of the unexpected. NPO's are meant to be active in humanitarian aid, health care, politics, to include arts, sports and even research. However, please note the millions of dollars pulled into these NPO's, which to the struggling middle-class families, can cause more distress, instead of relief.
Why an X'er May Not Enjoy a Local Service Club
Many of the older service clubs that have been both the leadership of towns and cities across the nation, as well as good ole' boy networks; are changing and losing their effectiveness. No, not all, some have been actively recruiting new life blood and attempting to pass the torch, unfortunately, soon the X'ers who mistrust authority will be coming up the pipeline. This could prove to be quite challenging for such service clubs in the future.
Starting a Nonprofit - Preparing For Success
Start your new nonprofit organization by laying a strong foundation that can support your dream for years to come. These powerful tips go beyond how to apply for a 501(c)3 and help you think through what you've got to do, how you're going to do it and what it really takes to succeed.
How to Avoid Charity Fraud Scams
There are a lot of charities around all for good causes. But these days, some people are taking advantage and running away with the money.
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Why You Should Get Involved in Voluntary Charity Work at Hospitals
There are many reasons why people decide to get involved in voluntary charity work with a hospital in their local area. In the first place, performing hospital volunteer work is certainly a cause that is worthy of a volunteer's time. The services that such volunteers provide are not only needed and appreciated by adult patients, but there is also a need for those who wish to do volunteer work with children, as they are in need of receiving compassionate and attentive care as well.
The Nonprofit Development Office - The "Real" Elephant in the Room
Can you imagine a more tedious topic than that of developing policies and procedures for the nonprofit development office? Developing comprehensive policies and procedures for a development department would hardly seem a subject loaded with the fun factor of, say, the hottest direct mail tactics, or the newest strategies for online giving, or attending a workshop geared towards putting more "oomph" in your grant proposals. But by ignoring key standards, your organization wlll suffer the consequences long into the future.
Where Can I Place Free Advertising For My Non Profit Group?
One of the most difficult things for nonprofits is marketing and advertising. Whenever they pay for advertising they are taking away from their charity's coffers, so it is a catch-22. They realize if they spend too much on advertising or marketing that they may lose those valuable financial resources without increasing their revenues. Budgeting for non-profits is never easy and marketing and/or advertising is always an expense to be reckoned with.
Cancer and Donating to Charity
Donating to charities, especially your favourite ones provide people with a sense of pride and accomplishment. From the Charities point of view fundraising is a tough business because no matter what kind of program they run and the tax benefits for donating to their cause. The end result will be the charity trying to separate you from some of your money.
How to Start a Non Profit Organization
While creating a non profit organization is not very difficult in itself, there are many things one must keep in mind when one has decided to build one. Here are some things to keep in mind when attempting to create a non profit organization: Do as much research as you can and use the right sources that you know are reliable. Keep in mind that a non profit organization is not interested in making money for itself, but rather funding capital for a specific interest to the general public.
Starting a Nonprofit - Preparing For Success
Start your new nonprofit organization by laying a strong foundation that can support your dream for years to come. These powerful tips go beyond how to apply for a 501(c)3 and help you think through what you've got to do, how you're going to do it and what it really takes to succeed.
Non-Profit Organizations Must Know Their Information Assets to Protect Them
As a manager in a non-profit organization, do you know where your information assets are, and how important they are to your operations? You should understand that this is the starting point for ensuring that you have a solid framework for protecting your assets, both physical and informational. This article outlines 7 important points you need to consider to ensure your organization's objectives can be met and protected.
Tips to Increase the Value of Your Donations
Here are some things you can do to ensure that your donations go to the most deserving causes. Don't Be Afraid to Ask Questions. It is not rude to ask informed questions about how and where your donations will be put to use. Whether you're donating a thousand dollars or used furniture, it is still ultimately a product of your hard work and it's understandable that you want to ensure your hard work would be of help to others.
Habitat For Humanity - The Benefits of Volunteering
Ever wonder how to become a more valuable person? Volunteering for organizations like Habitat for Humanity can help more than you think. The experience can help you become a more productive person while making a positive difference in the world.
It's Not Just Fundraising Anymore - Non-Profits Must Practice "Fundkeeping" to Protect Assets
Managers in non-profit organizations often have a difficult job. They may have limited resources, and may not think of security as a top priority. But today's thieves can stake out and plan an attack on donated gifts, cash or credit card receipts with increasing ease using online tools. This article outlines a set of 7 practices using an approach called "Governance by Graffiti" to help support "Fundkeeping" - the protection of donated assets driven by a culture of "security as a priority".
Advocate in 2008 - Volunteering For a Non-Profit
Most people look to do something great in their life to help other people, they search for a cause that is greater than their own. Altruism is alive and well in the human psyche, especially in the United States. Our nation is a giving nation and we give more to the common good throughout the world than any other country in the history of mankind.
Non-Profit Organizations Or Multi-Million Dollar Businesses
Non-Profit organizations although intended to be perceived to endorse and support activities of public or private interest without any commercial or monetary profits, may in itself be just another way to pull the wool over the eyes of the unexpected. NPO's are meant to be active in humanitarian aid, health care, politics, to include arts, sports and even research. However, please note the millions of dollars pulled into these NPO's, which to the struggling middle-class families, can cause more distress, instead of relief.
Why an X'er May Not Enjoy a Local Service Club
Many of the older service clubs that have been both the leadership of towns and cities across the nation, as well as good ole' boy networks; are changing and losing their effectiveness. No, not all, some have been actively recruiting new life blood and attempting to pass the torch, unfortunately, soon the X'ers who mistrust authority will be coming up the pipeline. This could prove to be quite challenging for such service clubs in the future.
Starting a Nonprofit - Preparing For Success
Start your new nonprofit organization by laying a strong foundation that can support your dream for years to come. These powerful tips go beyond how to apply for a 501(c)3 and help you think through what you've got to do, how you're going to do it and what it really takes to succeed.
How to Avoid Charity Fraud Scams
There are a lot of charities around all for good causes. But these days, some people are taking advantage and running away with the money.
All Aboard! Issues to Consider Before Volunteering As a Nonprofit Director
Not-for-profit organizations are an important part of our community. The board of directors of these organizations is vital in developing policies that ensure the organization is run effectively, legally, and ethically. An individual's primary role as a board member is to implement its mission and give direction to the organization through policy-making, planning, and monitoring. Before deciding to serve on a not-for-profit board, you should answer a number of questions about the organization and yourself.
Questions That Non-Profits Need to Ask Themselves When They Are Undecided About Virtual Tradeshows
The head of a non-profit organization contacted the author to learn about the applicability of the virtual tradeshow to enhance member-value. Then he asked a very interesting question. "Can you help me think why we might need a virtual tradeshow?" This article is a list of questions that will help any non-profit understand if a virtual tradeshow is something they can use. It can also apply to other internet-based offerings that help members connect with one-another in between face-to-face networking events or in-person tradeshows.
The Gift of Charity Donations
While I firmly believe that nearly every human on this Earth has the will to donate, they feel that they lack the money to pay and the time to volunteer. While this is certainly the case for some people it is also possible to create money and make time. No, I'm not talking about money counterfeiting, I'm talking about the internet. There is now a plethora of new and unique ways to make donations to reputable charities without doing a thing you would not normally do.
Power Fundraising For Non-Profits - Five Keys to Rapid Fundraising Success
Fundraising is a big challenge, one that non-profit organizations, NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations), and other charitable organizations all have in common. If you're tired of never having enough money for your cause, read this article for some effective ways to increase your fundraising results.
Funds For Non-Profits - Three More Insider Tips For Rapid Fundraising Success
You and your team have been working hard at raising funds for your non-profit organization all year, but you still are far from your goal. And the need is great. What to do? Everybody applauds the worthiness of your cause, but that doesn't pay your bills. It's time for a new approach. Discover three powerful strategies for turbo-charging your fundraising efforts when you read this article.
Funds For Non-Profits - 4 Insider Secrets For Fast Fundraising Success
Does your charitable or non-profit need money, preferably right away? If you're like almost everybody else in the non-profit sector, chances are, the answer is yes. You're constantly raising funds, and yet, the funds just never arrive fast enough. What to do? Read on to discover 4 secret ingredients for much greater fund-raising success.
Nonprofit Management - The Correlation Between Stock Markets and Soup Kitchens
Think that just because you are a nonprofit soup kitchen you don't have to keep a close eye on Wall Street? Think again, because a waning Dow might just dilute your soup.
You Can Help Feed the Children
Making a difference in the lives of others not only benefits them, but you as well. There's something very satisfying about helping people that are obviously hurting. Open your heart and feel the peace and joy of giving to those less fortunate.
Eight Questions to Ask Before You Form a Non-Profit Organization
There is so much talk, so much "motivation" flying around these days, "encouraging" the average Joe or bleeding-heart Mary to start his/her own NPO (Non-Profit Organization). I don't mean to pour cold water on anyone's hot idea, but may I say, "Not so fast"? Before you dive in, plunge in to that seemingly lucrative world of non-profits, get a reality check. Do you really have what it takes to start and run a non-profit organization or NGO (Non-Governmental Organization)?
Contributing to Charity - It's Payback Time
While making money is a key priority for businesses, a large number of them also look towards giving some of it back to the community. Have you been thinking about contributing to charity of late? Great idea, we say! There are many ways to support a cause that is close to your heart; here are some ideas.
Do You Want to Be an Honorary Board Member of Our Organization?
Not long ago, I was presented an opportunity of being an honorary board member of a nonprofit organization; it's a non-paid position, which is fine, but, why would someone do such a thing? Well regarding the issues of volunteering without compensation, that speaks highly of the organization and the passion of the people involved, as they are making sure that the money goes to the charity and not high salaries.
Car Donation - Why Donating Your Used Car is a Good Choice
There is a lot of information and companies out there that have been screaming for you old used car. They have been spamming you with commercials about the benefits of car donation. Well why is it a good thing?
Fashion and Charity - In Whose Best Interest?
In recent years, the fashion world and charitable causes have become closer than ever before. This article discusses some of the concerns inherent in these partnerships.
Donate Cars to Single Mothers
The process of car donation involves buying unused/unwanted cars from those who want to get rid of it and further donating them to the needy i.e. giving it to the charity organizations. These organizations can then use these donations to raise funds to further help the ones under them.
Business - Nonprofit Coordination For Kind Donations Needed in the Coachella Valley
Working in your own business for 27-years some 17-hours a day, 7-days a week certainly changes the way you think. And once you are thrust into retirement you can just imagine how every problem or challenge of mankind calls you to exercise your abilities to come and fix. Of course, one man cannot do it all - no matter how hard they try or how many hours they are willing to commit too.
Web 2.0 Helps Non-Profits to Earn Revenue
Non-profit organizations could make money with Web 2.0. Non-profits could make use of some good Web 2.0 and blogging resources that could help them in this regard. They could promote their online products or spread their message through Audio blogs, streaming videos and software that allows you to submit your site to web directories, social bookmarking software, etc. What kind of products do non-profits promote?
Non-Profits Increase Donations by Using Toll Free Numbers
It's a Catch-22. In difficult economic times, charities need far more assistance but donors have less money to contribute to their favorite causes. Non-profits need to find ways to cuts costs and attract donations. By signing on for toll free service, they can accomplish both goals.
How to Search For a Charitable Foundation
When you are an organization or individual in need of a charitable donation, how do you go about finding what you need? After all, there are so many different companies and foundations out there that issue grants to people, depending upon their goals, that is can tough to know where to submit a proposal. Here are some tips to make the process of searching easier.
Credit Woes Drive Nonprofit Organizations Into Zone of Insolvency
The nonprofit sector's noble history of service is woven into our nation's fabric, setting us apart from the rest of the world. Through the largest of donors and volunteers, our 1.5 million nonprofit organizations deliver over $1 trillion per year in program services. The breadth of the nonprofit community includes a breathtaking array of subsectors from hospitals to art museums, from universities to professional societies, from homeless shelters to relief agencies, from kids camps to sports leagues. There is not a reader of this publication that has not benefited from the work of the nonprofit community.
Nonprofit Financial Statements - How to Speed Up the Monthly Close
Do you wish you could issue monthly reports a week earlier? Here are some tips that could help you achieve that goal!
How Can Your Business Get a Community Service Certificate in the Coachella Valley
In some cities local non-profit groups are adopted by businesses and each participating business receives a "Community Service Certificate" or something like it. This may include a plaque for their business, bumper stickers for their company vehicles and a special thank you by the local newspaper. Often City Councils and County Commissioners award proclamations honoring these wonderful small, medium and large sized businesses.
Why Don't More Businesses Help Out Non-Profits in Our Coachella Valley Community?
The other day at a Chamber of Commerce meeting at the "Enclave Apartments" myself and several business owners were talking in a group about how each of us believed that giving back to the community was the right thing to do. Indeed, I was humbled as each member of the group explained what they were doing to keep our community strong. One person asked why more businesses do not help out non-profits in our community.
Adopt a Charity Program - Coming to the Coachella Valley
There are some wonderful things happening behind the scenes in this beautiful Coachella Valley. In fact, there is some talk now of forever cementing the relationship between business and the non-profit sector allowing governments, industry, non-profits and small businesses to work together seamlessly and more efficiently. But can this really be done?
We Need a Coachella Valley Wide "City Beautification" Non-Profit Group
Some of the cities in the Coachella Valley have a very decent city beautification project and others do not. Those that do not have graffiti, trash and gum on their dirty sidewalks and they just get worse with every passing season. It's just disgusting to drive across town or just outside of a well-kept city only to see trash everywhere across vacant land and desert. Yuk.
Transportation and Bus Pass Cards Needed For Non-Profit Group Volunteers in the Coachella Valley
These fuel prices are affecting our citizens and it is taking a toll on the non-profit sector here in the Coachella Valley, which historically has been one of the strongest points in our community and sets us apart from the rest of the world. Our volunteerism is simply incredible here and perhaps I might take this opportunity to give kudos to all those who do volunteer each and every day, you are truly the most incredible people on the Planet.
New York Nonprofit CEO Compensation
The New York Post ran an article on June 8, 2008, titled NY Is #1 In Charity CEO Pay. The article revealed either an embarrassing lack of understanding on the part of author Bruce Golding, and his editors at the Post, or a deliberate attempt to mislead the public.
Nonprofits and For-Profits - Different Yet the Same
Nonprofits and for-profits have a lot to learn from each other. Nonprofits would likely do better if they placed more emphasis on business-like operational and financial performance measures, and for-profits would make more profit if they focused more on the passion and giving side of the equation.
Poor Economies Hurt Non-Profits - Bad Attitudes Kill Them
Not long ago I read a disturbing article from a major Industry News Agency, the article discussed the issues with slow economic times and charitable giving. We all know that the economy effects giving and the non-profit sector, and thus, the article did not shock me much. However, the title was completely bothering me all day - and the article title read:
Gauging the Success of a Grant Writer - Eight Key Indicators
It's a natural to want to gauge a grant writer's success, but ratios and dollar amounts secured really don't get at the information needed to assess a grant consultant's performance. Non-profit grant consultant Robert Stewart provides eight key indicators to gauge the success of a grant writer or a grant funding effort.
How Do You Volunteer For the ASPCA?
Today, many people from around the United States work together as volunteers to help succeed in the endeavors of the ASPCA. If you want to take a stand against the ill treatment of animals, and help to save thousands of innocent lives, you should volunteer as well. Here, you will be introduced on how you can volunteer for the ASPCA.
Craigs List and New York
The Craigslist was established in 1995 by Craig Newmark for the San Francisco Bay Area. It is an online centralized network of online communities comprising of free classified advertisements with jobs, housing, and internships, erotic services and services like sales, wanted services and pet's categories and various such other services. This was also used as forums on different topics. By September 2007 Craigslist was operating in 450 cities in 50 countries. Craiglist and New York are inseparable today.
Ways to Volunteer
Good neighbors and assisted shopping. Good Neighbors volunteers provide companionship and friendship by making home visits or speaking on the telephone which helps to prevent older people from becoming lonely. Volunteers can also help with tasks like collecting a prescription or small jobs around the home or even visiting the shops to aid their independence. Charities need people to deliver these services locally and is an ideal volunteering opportunity if you are not able to give your time at a set time every week or month.
Nonprofit Marketing - 5 Essentials For a Narrative That Pulls Incredible Results
Nonprofits are naturals for turning narrative into more donations and higher visibility. Here are 5 tips for telling compelling stories that attract and retain more donors and funders.
Building Advisory Groups For Your Organization
Organizations are not created in a vacuum. They are born and grow within a network of meaningful connections to people and other organizations that allow them to develop and flourish. Sometimes, controlling part of that network and turning it to the organization's advantage is a more than worthwhile endeavor: this is when advisory groups are established.
Charity Events
Decide on where you are going to hold your charity event and fix a time and place. Also ask the venue if they are willing to donate the hire fee to you - this is best if your event is held at the venues low periods. Of course they may say yes, they may say no but at least you asked!
The Bicycle Messenger Emergency Fund
Bicycle messengers provide an integral service to the business world. Unfortunately, they are frequently put at risk due to the possibility of injury. Fortunately, the Bicycle Messenger Emergency Fund is there to provide a helping hand.
The Truth About Board Members
From a staff leadership perspective, certain members of non-profit Boards of Directors are more valuable than others. Wealth, wisdom and wit are three common criteria for selecting a Board member. There are several different combinations and manifestations of those criteria - some easier to work with than others.
Rotary Club Santa Clarita - Volunteering To Help Others Around The World With Polio And Clean Water
Have you ever experienced the feeling of helping someone who lives in another country? There is a feeling of great satisfaction in this. Read on to see how Rotary gives you the opportunity to serve others around the world.
Nonprofit Management - Conditional Payment To Grant Writers Is Risky Business
While plausible arguments can be made on both sides of the debate, paying grant writers a percentage of grants received is inequitable and unwise. If you lack sufficient funds to pay grant writers for their time and service, win them over to your cause as a supporter and negotiate pro bono work until your charity becomes solidly established.
Raising Much Needed Funds For Autism In Northern Nevada
Awareness for Autism is on the rise in Northern Nevada. Ever since Gary Kuhre's incredible stride-for-Autism walk pushing the specially adapted cart across the states, the Stride-4-Autism Foundation has set out to raise money for real families and real needs, families that need assistance and have nowhere to turn.
Finding Your Dream Volunteers - Virtual Contributors
Does your organization use volunteers? If so, you'll be interested to know that there are groups that are successfully using the internet not only to recruit new volunteers, but also to accomplish the actual volunteer work.
Is Charitable Giving A Good Investment?
This financial advisor hopes that you count within your personal portfolio a multi-generational investment of leaving behind a better world than the one you entered, for your children and for the rest of us. I hope you feel ''connected'' to this cause which, can be achieved from an investment of any size, at any time, to any cause that you feel will bring us closer to a world of peace, harmony, health and happiness. If you would like to learn how to endow your donations after your passing, so that your giving can continue long after you are gone, call our office, as we specialize in this type of estate planning and can demonstrate inexpensive techniques for you to give in perpetuity to the causes and charities you hold most dear.
Insider's Guide to the Relationship between Executive Directors and Boards of Directors
From an inside perspective, here are three lessons about the reality of how non-profit Executive Directors relate to the organization's Boards of Directors. Understanding how things really work can help a new Executive Director be more successful.
Bicycling For Autism
No one can deny that Lance Armstrong has been an inspiration to all, and perhaps one of the greatest athletes of our time, but his commitment to excellence goes far beyond his consecutive victories in the Tour de France. His work in raising awareness and money for cancer is a feat that has given hope and strength to so many. Perhaps we too should follow this yellow jersey to raise awareness and funding for Autism, as this growing problem shows no sign of slowing.
Bicycle Fundraising Events For Autism - Publicity For Awareness
One of our jobs when representing the important challenge of Autism is to send a message to the public, one which is easy to understand and gets the point across. Whether we are primarily focused on fundraising or launching a full-on publicity campaign to help move legislation, everything we do is being judged by society.
Bike-A-Thon For Autism, Pledge Donation Strategies
Those who work hard to secure pledges in fundraising events, such as a bike-a-thon for a worthy cause like Autism, need to be very careful how they go about getting the pledges. You see, often folks who feel put on the spot when asked to pledge will feel a little uneasy and they may not wish to figure out the math of what they will owe when the bike ride is completed and it is for this reason that the bike ride should be a an even number of miles.
Planning A Successful Bike-a-Thon Fundraiser For Autism - Coalescing The Committee
A large scale Autism Bike-a-Thon is a huge undertaking, and you will need some help. You will need to delegate much of the workload, and you must follow up and make sure no one drops the ball, this means constant feedback and monitoring is necessary. Weekly meetings of the core committee team are necessary. You must make sure the members on the committee are go-getters, and indeed, you must know your limits and those of your fellow team members. You need to understand their family time commitments and issues. Most likely the most motivated Autism Committee members will have family members with Autism that come first in their lives and you need to consider this.
Uniting The Community For Autism - Meet A Man Who Did Just That
Gary and his beautiful wife Lori founded the Stride-4-Autism Foundation an official non-profit group used to raise both funding and awareness for families that are dealing with Spectrum of Autism Disorders. They have helped unite the community and have brought awareness to the state with regards to Autism and continue on this mission each day, as they lead by example.
Abundance Thinking
One of the biggest mistakes that many charities, especially orphanages and similar organizations do is adopting a scarcity thinking vis-a-vis abundance approach. Most people behind charitable organizations view the Universe of Donors as fixed and imagine that they live in a world where resources are limited. There's never enough time or money or people.
Business Community And Local Political Advice For Non-Profits, Small Business Owners Are Gold
Often when non-profit groups set up committees for fundraisers, they assign someone the task of going out to get donations, sponsors or assistance from businesses. Immediately, that individual will make a list of all the biggest companies in the region and the major employers and corporations. Next, they visit a few or attempt to contact them to get the much needed help or money, and they are rejected or run into red tape and bureaucracy, unable to even get in contact with the right people at the company who might be able to authorize such assistance.
Man Walks Across America For Cause And Then Quits - What Sort Of Example Is That?
Perhaps you have heard stories of various people who have bicycled or walked across America for a cause. It's a major achievement, and even at the shortest point; coast to coast is about 3,000 miles. It is a monumental undertaking, but before you go off and do something spectacular like that for a worthy cause you need to make sure you have everything in order.
Do You Know Why Giving Money Away Is The Hardest Job In The World?
Have you ever considered the statements by folks like Bill Gates and Warren Buffet on giving away money? They say it is the hardest thing to do. What they mean is that it is extremely difficult to do correctly. How so you ask? Well there are a couple of aspects that I would like you to consider.
Drama Queens and Non-Profit Groups - Personality Problems and Denial Are Pervasive
If you have ever talked with anyone who has worked in a non-profit group you have no doubt heard incredible stories of ego and emotional outbursts. Believe me, it's real and some of the craziest people work in the non-profit sector, it truly amazing and somewhat unfortunate. Rather than working towards a common cause they allow their incidental political, religious and social beliefs to run wild.
Solo Non-Profit Group Leaders Often Cannot Handle the Pressure and Fail in Their Fundraising Efforts
Non-profit groups come in all shapes and sizes. It is an interesting study to watch how they grow and how they control ethical issues as they grow. There are a number of non-profit watch groups out there that that keep tabs on this sector and some of the findings are amazing, and scary. There is way too much personal expenditures and write-offs for executives of non-profits, that is one huge problem. But those are not the only issues with non-profits.
Nonprofit Management - Tips For Successful Pro Bono Relationships
Always approach pro bono work as you would any traditional business relationship. Avoid surprises and embarrassments on both sides by following these simple suggestions before, during, and after the hiring process.
Nonprofit Management - If The Horse Bolts, So Will Your Supporters
Sarbanes-Oxley is just as important for nonprofits as it is for publicly traded companies, yet many nonprofits are lagging in the development and implementation of governance and financial oversight standards. If your nonprofit has already implemented SOX controls, congratulations, but if you are one of the laggards, get a move on and note that two SOX provisions are required for all nonprofits.
Recession Ready Fundraising - Asking or Not?
Diversify income streams: Many nonprofit organizations are able to weather tough times by diversifying their income streams; and given the current times, every nonprofit organization, even those that have historically raised money from just one source, should consider expanding the ways it generates revenue. A fundraising plan with a broad reach typically targets contributed income from individual donors, corporations and foundations, and earned income from special events and the sale of products and services.
Create a Nonprofit and Take Giving to the Next Level
When it comes to charitable giving, Americans are incredibly generous. According to the Giving USA Foundation, individuals gave almost $224 billion to charity in 2006 (the latest year for which figures are available). In a press release, an organizational spokesperson noted, "About 65 percent of households with incomes lower than $100,000 give to charity.
Nonprofit Management - Choosing The Board
Many young nonprofits invite board members who align with their cause, not for their professional expertise, yet nonprofits need board representation skilled in accounting, tax, law, and other business disciplines. How do you know when to add whom?
Association Member Retention - Meeting Sponsor or Strategic Partner?
Some trade associations treat their supplier members like lepers while others consider their associate members to be potential strategic partners. How do you approach this dilemma? The paradigm for some associations is that of continually figuring out how to squeeze the last possible dime out of their suppliers while others seek long-term partnership. In the meetings industry publications you'll read about how to generate more profit from your meetings; mostly by selling more exposure opportunities to your supplier members. This by the way is a good thing as long as you keep the two way value proposition in mind.
Association Member Engagement - Sacred Cows In An Economic Downturn
What better time to grind up sacred cows into hamburger than during an economic downturn? Why; because the sacred cow protectors in your organization are experiencing lowered resistance when times are not so good. It is much more difficult for them defend their pet projects, products, and services that have reached their sunset when placed under the tight economic microscope.
Member Retention - Valuing Your Contrarians - How to Harness Their Vigor to Grow Your Association
A recent meetings industry headline stated, "ASAE Adds Diversity Officer." The article stated, "...the American Society of Association Executives and the Center for Association Leadership announced that a 20-year veteran...has been named director of diversity and inclusion." I have a suspicion that finding ways to offer inclusiveness to contrarian association members is not necessarily top-of-the-list for ASAE's new Diversity Officer. Perhaps it should be? Diversity is a term that should be viewed through several lenses.
Member Recruitment and Retention - Does Your Association Do It?
Are your members engaged? Some call themselves the disenfranchised! Within a trade association or professional society's membership; the disenfranchised are also referred to as the grumblers, the fringe, the disconnected, the malcontent, and the contrarians. Warning: this article is bullet-hole riddled with clichés; however that was my disposition the day of writing. Nonetheless, this article is absolutely worth the read for all association and society paid staff and volunteer leaders.
Member Recruitment - Even Membership Evangelism Needs A Little Push
While the term evangelism is generally used in conjunction with religion, past evangelicals have proven to be exceedingly effective marketers. Case in point; Apostle Paul is considered by many to be the world's most effective marketer. Evangelism, simply put is the selling of an idea. In this article I'm going to focus on how paid association staff and executives can help their volunteer members to spread the association membership word to colleagues, competitors, and suppliers. And, why it is in the members' best interest to make the effort. Yes, evangelism needs a little push in these uncertain economic times.
Member Recruitment--Association Members Must Become Evangelists
If you expect your trade association or professional society to serve you well; you must become an actively engaged evangelist for your association. You must bellow it from the rooftops; the value you receive from your membership. You must tell all your colleagues, competitors, and suppliers why they too should become members. It is your job to drive a continual membership recruitment campaign. More members, among other things, mean a louder voice in legislative matters, more programs to help you improve your business, and better affinity programs. An association should be a wonderful, industry wide alliance enabling all stakeholders to harness the collective strength and thereby receiving the value they need. The members that are actively involved as functionaries in their industry should be the ones driving an association, not the paid staff and not the suppliers. Not to diminish the roll of paid staff however, there is a different dynamic between the persons that "pay-to-play," members and associate members verses the ones that are "paid-to-play," the staff. The times when the paid staff experience this "pay-to-play" dynamic is mostly if they participate at ASAE, MPI, PCMA, etc. where they too are a paying member.
Member Recruitment - Sure Fire Method For Trade Associations and Professional Societies
For trade associations and professional societies, identifying the value your members want can be a bit like threading a needle in the back of a Jeep, while crossing granite boulders, at 40 miles per hour-but it doesn't have to be-this article does offer answers. Associations and societies exist to serve the interests of the participants or stake holders in their industry or profession-it is that simple.
Nonprofit Management - Forming An Audit Committee - Why, When And Who
Forming an audit committee is highly recommended for nonprofits, but many do not know when or how to establish such a committee, or how to staff it. Many believe that having an independent auditor is enough, but this does not absolve the Board of responsibility or penalty for misstatement. Learn what to do when and why, and what skills are needed when forming this critical governance committee.
What is the Rent To Own Industry and Where is it Going?
The $6.8-billion rent to own industry-or RTO-is relatively new to the American economy. The unique rent-to-own transaction sprang up in the 1960s in response to a growing consumer need for acquiring the use of household products without incurring debt or jeopardizing the family's credit. Rent-to-own customers come from all walks of life, desiring consumer durable goods in their homes without the long-term financial obligations associated with credit sales.
Donating, A Worthy Cause For Your Old Car
One of the toughest decisions to make when you want to get a new car is what to do with the old one. We have seen pretty old cars running around the streets. We have heard of how special the car is and the sentimental value it has for the previous generations. Those cars were there for them when they had their first dates. Or it was the car used to rush someone to the hospital to give birth.
Brother, Can You Spare Me a Dime? Pros and Cons to Online Giving
Let's go through a little thought exercise - a sort of parable. Imagine you and a few staff members are shipwrecked on a deserted island in the tropics...
Michigan Child Welfare - Why a Web-Based Information System is Mission Critical
Attention child welfare, child protective services, foster care and kinship care providers... How you collect, store and share your information can make all the difference.
Volunteering - The Right Fit For You
When volunteering, you may be tempted to say yes to the first opportunity that is presented to you or you may automatically volunteer in an environment similar to your day-to-day working life. You may be busy but chances are it will not provide you with a sense of satisfaction or fulfillment.
The Basics Of Donating Your Car In California
Do you live in California and would like to make a car donation to charity? Or, do you want to make a car donation to a charity based in California? If you answered yes to either question or both, doing so is quite easy. You only need to call a charity and voila, it's finished, it's done! You could start walking with that good feeling in your heart.
Free Software for Non-profit Organizations
Once your organization finally gets a computer built in this century, your next step is to find software for it that won't deplete the coffers. Pirated software is tempting, but, if the ethical dilemma doesn't keep you away from it, its associated risks may: you could pick up a computer virus from pirated software or you could get caught with software you're not authorized to have. The good news is that there is so much great free software, organizations on a budget can find great alternatives to many of the proprietary programs.
Common Mistakes Pastors Make About Employee - Volunteer Screening
A pastor in San Diego County told me recently that they were using one of these brand name "Instant Nationwide" background check services that was, in fact, recommended by their popular church liability insurance carrier. When I showed the pastor on the service's own website that they search nothing in San Diego County he was naturally upset and alarmed. He said that they had been using the service for years to screen their employees and volunteers.
Spring Training - Selling Tips for Non Profits
Non profits do not consider the need or the use of selling when trying to obtain donor dollars. Offered here are some practical types for this volatile economy to get more dollars heading in your direction.
How to Effectively Raise Funds for Non-Profit Groups
Techniques for increasing revenue for your nonprofit organization. Learn simple and effective fund raising strategies that will greatly help your organization.
Legal Secretary Association - A Non-profit Organization
A legal secretary association includes numerous educational and training programs in the legal profession. These programs are meant for the betterment of their members who are the legal secretaries in different law firms. The secretaries involved in these training programs, learn and share their views and ideas so that the workload is lessened.
Non-profit - Or Not Just Not Profiting?
Do you run a non-profit? Do you feel as though you can't use good business practices as a result? Get the low down on using strong, viable business rules to make the most out of your non-profit strategies both online and in other marketing collateral.
Donate Stuffed Animals And Bring A Smile To A Sad Face
Every child has a dream to own toys, no wonder children have their most precious memories attached to their toys. This is applicable to those children who are fortunate enough to buy, play and own toys. But there are also children within the US and around the globe, who have never seen a single toy in their whole life.
Creating Advisory Councils - The Nonprofit Organization's Path to Progress
Advisory Councils are an easy-to-develop, flexible, high-impact means of re-energizing a nonprofit organization's leadership, networking, fundraising, and influence. Learn how to create a council and watch your organization's advancement potential turn into progress.
Should The Church Ever Put Professional Services on Retainer?
Senior pastors sometimes need an outside set of eyes to help them find ways to grow the church. Retained professional services can be helpful to that end. When you find a good service provider specific to your need you have found a good thing. When you want to go to the next level, outside help is always a great resource available to you and your church.
Foundations Don't Fund General Operating Costs - Or Do They?
Do you still believe that tired old legend about how difficult it is to find foundations that support general operating expenses? It's one of the grant writing myths that even I bought into. Why not?
How to Raise Enough Funds For Your Non-Profit Group
Learn all about how you can raise more money for your non-profit group. Learn the steps to successful fundraising all the time.
Non-Profit Organizations Find Ways to Thank Volunteers
Good volunteers are hard to find. For all the good intentions of most of them, it's rare to find ones who really throw themselves into the cause and go above and beyond expectations. However without a little acknowledgement from the organization, volunteers can feel taken for granted and get burned out.
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