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Demetra Allen Question: What do you think is the lead motivator for getting individuals to take action and get involved in issues that impact their community?

1 day ago from Brazen Undergrads, Monthly Goal Meet-Up, Creatively Inspired, Business as Mission and Non-Profit Management 3 more

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Demetra Allen: @barbara: I checked out your site and have to say you have a unique and amazing blog with an incredible concept.

Keep up the good work!
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barbara bowen: Wow, Demetra. Thank you. My focus has been almost exclusively on creating it, so gaining traffic has been slooooow. If you know other who might ...MoreWow, Demetra. Thank you. My focus has been almost exclusively on creating it, so gaining traffic has been slooooow. If you know other who might benefit or enjoy, please send them there to take a look, and ask them to comment. I really need more
feedback, suggestions, whatever... thanks so much for vote!
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Mustafa Abousaleh Hi all, I am involved in starting up an NGO for cultural and interfaith events. The organization has a promising future. We need to put together a presentable package for external use. This ...MoreHi all, I am involved in starting up an NGO for cultural and interfaith events. The organization has a promising future. We need to put together a presentable package for external use. This package will help us in receiving endorsement from nationally-prominent organizations and individuals. In addition, we will use the information in this package to put together a powerpoint presentation and a short movie trailer. What do you think is important to include in a non-profit organization profile?

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Mustafa Abousaleh: Thank you all very much for the contribution.
I have read the links and did some more research and here is what I have so far to be added to ...MoreThank you all very much for the contribution.
I have read the links and did some more research and here is what I have so far to be added to this Organization Profile:
1. Name
2. Vision: the ultimate image we would like to see and that's why this organization has been established
3. Mission: our contribution to this ultimate image -> basically our methods and goals to establishing the vision
4. Ideology and Understanding: explains how we understand the environment we are functioning in and how we are going to go about achieving our goals
5. Events: will include the proposed events to be planned and the outcomes or such events
6. Executive Team: includes small biographies about executive teams
7. Endorsements: we will request testimonies and endorsements from other organizations after explaining our vision and ideology.

What do you think?

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Carmille: Looks great! Maybe you can touch on your organization's history; the story behind the mission and vision.
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Emily Moore Hey folks - some people have been talking about looking for jobs with NGO's, and this is my professor's blog. He worked in DC with a NGO, and still does work with affording housing organizations. ...MoreHey folks - some people have been talking about looking for jobs with NGO's, and this is my professor's blog. He worked in DC with a NGO, and still does work with affording housing organizations. Definitely check it out and feel free to ask him questions!
http://bricksandmortar.wordpress.com/

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Angie Roach: What a great resource and blog! I wish I had a professor like this. Thanks for sharing!
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Emily Moore: He was a great prof to have, I'm glad to offer his insight as a resource to others.
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Devin Cowens Hi Everyone! I am moving to DC this summer and am looking for a job in the non profit sector as an administrative assistant or something similar. Does anyone have any suggestions or contacts that ...MoreHi Everyone! I am moving to DC this summer and am looking for a job in the non profit sector as an administrative assistant or something similar. Does anyone have any suggestions or contacts that might help? Thanks in Advance!

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Cameron Plommer As a big fan of the 37 Signals approach to running a business, I wonder if their principles could be applied to non-profits. Specifically that companies should build a product or service, charge ...MoreAs a big fan of the 37 Signals approach to running a business, I wonder if their principles could be applied to non-profits. Specifically that companies should build a product or service, charge money and make profit, while not taking VC money. Should more non-profits try to be social enterprises?

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Jessica: I'm not that familiar with the principles of 37 Signals, but I do think that more nonprofits have to start thinking about the social enterprise ...MoreI'm not that familiar with the principles of 37 Signals, but I do think that more nonprofits have to start thinking about the social enterprise model. With competition for resources greater than ever, nonprofits needs to be innovative and more business-like to achieve success and sustainability.
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Clare Joyce: I've read some very convincing arguments by Muhammad Yunus of Grameen Bank and Jacqueline Novogratz of the Acumen Fund that the social business, ...MoreI've read some very convincing arguments by Muhammad Yunus of Grameen Bank and Jacqueline Novogratz of the Acumen Fund that the social business, for-profit model instills much needed innovation and discipline into the philanthropic sector.
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Andy Huston If you haven't yet - check out Penelope Burk's book Donor-Centered Fundraising. It is a great resource for anyone in nonprofit management / fundraising.

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Jason H. Parker Have you started your own non-profit? Would you be willing to briefly discuss the process with those who wish to do so as well? Please leave your contact information as a reply to this post.

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Jason H. Parker: Kristina--your organization sounds great. I'm following on twitter now.

Emily--would love to communicate with you. What's the best ...MoreKristina--your organization sounds great. I'm following on twitter now.

Emily--would love to communicate with you. What's the best form of communication for you? Would PMing on brazen be enough, or would email or the phone be better?

Thanks!
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Kristina Summers: Thanks Jason - it may sound silly - but I got a masters in the Non-profit studies from UGA and probably one of the best reference books we used ...MoreThanks Jason - it may sound silly - but I got a masters in the Non-profit studies from UGA and probably one of the best reference books we used (and don't laugh)was "The Nonprofit Kit for Dummies" - comes complete with software with all the necessary forms and everything. great resource.
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Beth Oppenheim-Chan Finally starting up the consulting... Check out my post: http://www.25andtrying.com/?p=443 ...MoreFinally starting up the consulting... Check out my post: http://www.25andtrying.com/?p=443 would love to know what you think!!!

3 weeks ago from Non-Profit Management

Jason H. Parker Hi all, looking forward to being an active member of this network.

I am relocating to DC in a few weeks and will be pursuing meaningful work in the nonprofit sector. I will be ...MoreHi all, looking forward to being an active member of this network.

I am relocating to DC in a few weeks and will be pursuing meaningful work in the nonprofit sector. I will be searching for positions, but I need your help. Does anyone know of any vacancies in any DC nonprofits? Or have any contacts who might be able to help me out?

Much appreciated.

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Beth Oppenheim-Chan: Welcome (in advance!) I work in nonprofit in DC :) there are no openings at my organization, but feel free to message me with more details of what ...MoreWelcome (in advance!) I work in nonprofit in DC :) there are no openings at my organization, but feel free to message me with more details of what you are looking for...
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Jason H. Parker: Beth, thanks so much for your quick response. I can't message you personally until we're fans of/following each other (I think that's how it ...MoreBeth, thanks so much for your quick response. I can't message you personally until we're fans of/following each other (I think that's how it works). I would love to chat with you about your work, and what I'm looking at getting involved with while I'm there.

Thanks!

Anybody else either already working in DC or know someone who does? I'd love a chance to talk about the sector and the area with you/your friend.
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Cameron Plommer Hello all. I'm new to the nonprofit world. I personally would like nonprofits to act more like for profits companies, but push for social change.

One thing in my organization that ...MoreHello all. I'm new to the nonprofit world. I personally would like nonprofits to act more like for profits companies, but push for social change.

One thing in my organization that I think could improve is communication. Email is suck an old technology. What are some good communication/collaboration tools that you use to be more efficient and effective with time management, keep people informed and share ideas?

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Jessica: Check out the products made by 37signals, they offer a variety of software programs to help businesses with communications and efficiency.
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Jason H. Parker: Just watched an interesting documentary--Frontline's "Digital World". In it, they suggest that one potential way to create more time for large and ...MoreJust watched an interesting documentary--Frontline's "Digital World". In it, they suggest that one potential way to create more time for large and small organization is to increase telecommunications. Many organizations--for example, IBM--actually use virtual reality as meeting space. Programs like Second Life, for example, allow employees and collaborators to meet in virtual space to do real-world work. Not sure if this is translatable for you and your organization, but I do like the idea.
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Kim Campbell Sometimes I feel like there's this anti-personal-wealth vibe in nonprofit sector. Like aspiring to have a lot of money is in and of itself, a bad thing. What do you guys think. Are you ...MoreSometimes I feel like there's this anti-personal-wealth vibe in nonprofit sector. Like aspiring to have a lot of money is in and of itself, a bad thing. What do you guys think. Are you compromising your ability to do good if you want to be rich yourself?

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Kim Campbell: @Vanessa, i agree. I think that regardless of your earnings it would be great to find a way to contribute to something that matters to you that is ...More@Vanessa, i agree. I think that regardless of your earnings it would be great to find a way to contribute to something that matters to you that is greater than yourself.
@ Sarah this looks really interesting! If I get the book I'll let you know how I like it. Her blog discusses very cool approach to our understanding of wealth.
@ Elizabeth, ur response totally answered the question. I think its fair to say that it's not how much money you earn, but rather how you use it that matters.
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Jason H. Parker: Wealth is created and sustained only when your assets are out-earning your liability payments. Because this isn't purely about being "rich" or ...MoreWealth is created and sustained only when your assets are out-earning your liability payments. Because this isn't purely about being "rich" or having lots of $$, this can be achieved in a variety of ways. People who network well and have capability of providing services to individuals can be very wealthy despite earning a low income, because they can reduce their cost-of-living expenses.

And other such examples.
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Vanessa Alvarado That is, "still work full time".

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Demetra Allen Advice needed: MoreAdvice needed: http://estfall1988.com/2010/01/23/my-new-career-plan/. I've officially refocused my energy from pursuing a life of riches to pursuing a life of purpose. I wrote a new career plan? Can anyone tell me how feasible goals and timeline are realistically?

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Vanessa Alvarado: It's good to set goals, but there's no way to predict how your career will go. The only advice I can give is: Work hard, follow your heart, set ...MoreIt's good to set goals, but there's no way to predict how your career will go. The only advice I can give is: Work hard, follow your heart, set goals, and learn as many skills as possible along the way.
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Demetra Allen: Thanks for the advice Vanessa :). I will keep your words in mind.
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Kim Campbell Hey guys.
I've initiated a blogging project that aims to tell a more empowering story of Haiti through a blog carnival where various writers can submit links to blogs about culture, ...MoreHey guys.
I've initiated a blogging project that aims to tell a more empowering story of Haiti through a blog carnival where various writers can submit links to blogs about culture, history, music...the beauty of Haiti and its people. If you're interested in having a blog posted on the carnival, email me. :)

http://alturl.com/yoaj

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Kim Campbell: I'd like to incorporate donations somehow...enable readers to give to an organization (maybe Yele, maybe red cross).That way, it simultaneously ...MoreI'd like to incorporate donations somehow...enable readers to give to an organization (maybe Yele, maybe red cross).That way, it simultaneously raises awareness and funds. What would you say is the best vehicle for doing this online? Paypal donations? link to the organizations' sites?
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Vanessa Alvarado I finally finished the website for our nonprofit organization (a local community garden). I'm keeping it incredibly simple until I get feedback from other members. I plan to add SEO articles, ...MoreI finally finished the website for our nonprofit organization (a local community garden). I'm keeping it incredibly simple until I get feedback from other members. I plan to add SEO articles, local gardening articles, and extensive gardening resources.

Let's discuss nonprofit websites. What are some important nonprofit organization website staples (like paypal donation link, twitter, etc.)

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Sarah Goshman: We are right in the middle of redesigning our website, and I was really fortunate to find a web designer who really understands how best to tell ...MoreWe are right in the middle of redesigning our website, and I was really fortunate to find a web designer who really understands how best to tell our story through a website and is helping us understand how people will want to use the site. Definitely links to social media are hugely important, a way for people to sign up for your email list or leave their contact information and a way for them to donate. The site should also clearly answer "What does your organization do?" Hope this helps.
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Vanessa Alvarado: I took note of the advice and I'll definitely put it into action! Sarah, please share the website redesign once it's done, I'd love to look at it. ...MoreI took note of the advice and I'll definitely put it into action! Sarah, please share the website redesign once it's done, I'd love to look at it.

Next on my list for the website is to...
-integrate a blog (likely WordPress)
-add a picture gallery
-add a map of the garden
-add a mailing list for updates
-provide links to social media
-include an extensive list of resources/articles
-make mission statement clear; tell the story

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Akhila Kolisetty Is anyone going to YNPN Chicago's Annual Celebration? It looks like a fun networking event for those living in Chicago and interested in the non-profit sector! I'll be there, so do drop me a line ...MoreIs anyone going to YNPN Chicago's Annual Celebration? It looks like a fun networking event for those living in Chicago and interested in the non-profit sector! I'll be there, so do drop me a line if you're planning to go as well! http://ow.ly/Xzcj

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Akhila Kolisetty: My apologies for the multiple posts. My computer accidentally double posted this, and I have no way of deleting my post through BC. Sorry again!
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Cameron Plommer Make your project a social enterprise: a organization that makes a profit, but strives to make society better.

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Kim Campbell With the recent emergence of social businesses do you guys think that nonprofits are outdated? What do nonprofits do better than businesses? This is what I most recently blogged about and is a ...MoreWith the recent emergence of social businesses do you guys think that nonprofits are outdated? What do nonprofits do better than businesses? This is what I most recently blogged about and is a question I am constantly asking myself as I etch out an idea for a project I'd like to launch this year. Can't decide if it should be for profit or nonprofit. Anyhow, would love to hear your thoughts!

http://neocapitalist.wordpress.com/2010/01/12/are-nonprofits-the-next-in...

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Kim Campbell: Hey Jessica! The question for me is not whether I should incorporate elements of both. I think that is a given. The real question is what ARE the ...MoreHey Jessica! The question for me is not whether I should incorporate elements of both. I think that is a given. The real question is what ARE the best practices of both? I think I'll eventually write about how this applies specifically to the project I have in mind, but for broader consideration, I think it's important for nonprofit sector to be clear on what benefits their practices offer in comparison to for profits. They have new competition in the industry of doing good.
What do you think?
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Jessica: I think one of the best practices of a for profit business is the ability to generate earned revenue and one of the best practices of a nonprofit ...MoreI think one of the best practices of a for profit business is the ability to generate earned revenue and one of the best practices of a nonprofit is the ability to measure its impact. I think traditional nonprofits that depend on donations and grants are becoming outdated. To be competitive these days, a nonprofit/social enterprise should really think about diversified income streams including earned revenue strategies and have the ability to measure their impact.
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Cynthia Murdaugh Hello Everyone, I'm from Jersey City, NJ. and I just started my business as a Professional Bookkeeping Service. Anyone in the area if you need bookkeeping service let me know.

8 weeks ago from Non-Profit Management

Akhila Kolisetty Does anyone know of any good non-profit related conferences or networking events going on in Chicago in the next couple of months?

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Colleen Dilenschneider: Hi Akhila,

I've found that the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network has some great networking events. Here's the link to YNPN's ...MoreHi Akhila,

I've found that the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network has some great networking events. Here's the link to YNPN's Chicago chapter: http://www.ynpnchicago.org/s/269/index.aspx

It looks like they are hosting a 2010 Celebration on February 4th at the Chicago Cultural Center!
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Akhila Kolisetty: Colleen, thanks for the tip! I've actually heard of that event (and I'm part of YNPN Chicago) and I'm definitely thinking of going :) Sounds like ...MoreColleen, thanks for the tip! I've actually heard of that event (and I'm part of YNPN Chicago) and I'm definitely thinking of going :) Sounds like a great networking opportunity.

Does anyone know the procedure for contacting other YNPN members (via the online directory)? I'm thinking of emailing some members working in the area of my interest to conduct informational interviews. Any tips on whether this is appropriate or not?
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Beth Oppenheim-Chan Does anyone have any good sources for seed money opportunities to start a nonprofit? Thanks!!!

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Melissa Malott: http://www.echoinggreen.org/
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Akhila Kolisetty: Check out the Unreasonable Institute, Skoll foundation, Ashoka/Ashoka Changemakers, etc.

Also check out the Acumen Fund community, ...MoreCheck out the Unreasonable Institute, Skoll foundation, Ashoka/Ashoka Changemakers, etc.

Also check out the Acumen Fund community, which is really great for all resources for social entrepreneurs. http://community.acumenfund.org/
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Simon Thompson Hello all, I need a little help. Does anyone know of a reliable way to get products from American shipping only, retail stores? With my own personal charity I donate basketball shoes to youth in ...MoreHello all, I need a little help. Does anyone know of a reliable way to get products from American shipping only, retail stores? With my own personal charity I donate basketball shoes to youth in need. I posted a letter to the editor of Slam and they published it in the last issue and through that I've already been able to help out three kids in California by ordering Protege brand basketball shoes online at Kmart. Problem is they don't ship to Canada. Any help would be hype. Thank you.

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Simon Thompson: How to get shipping into Canada through American retailers who only ship in the U.S. I know of a few companies who handle that type of thing but ...MoreHow to get shipping into Canada through American retailers who only ship in the U.S. I know of a few companies who handle that type of thing but I don't know who to go with.
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Timothy Johnson III: While this might not be the most cost-efficient, if you have friends in the United States, you might be able to ship the product to them and have ...MoreWhile this might not be the most cost-efficient, if you have friends in the United States, you might be able to ship the product to them and have them re-ship to you. Or, you can see if you can get the same/similar products from other online stores which WILL ship to Canada.
11 weeks ago

Akuba Does anyone have any suggestions on how to get my foot in the door with Corporate Social Responsibility work? Those departments seem to be small (even at large corporations) and the positions that ...MoreDoes anyone have any suggestions on how to get my foot in the door with Corporate Social Responsibility work? Those departments seem to be small (even at large corporations) and the positions that I find are far and few in between.

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Robyn Schwartz: In addition to Net Impact, you should also check out Just Means (MoreIn addition to Net Impact, you should also check out Just Means (http://www.justmeans.com/) and http://www.bsr.org/resources/jobs/index.cfm

There are also a lot of groups related to CSR on LinkedIn. There is definitely a preference in these jobs for candidates with MBAs, but look at the job descriptions to get an overall sense of required skill sets. Maybe you'll have to gain that experience elsewhere and then move into a CSR role. There are also some fellowships out there.
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Akuba: Thanks Robyn. I'm really digging this site. I've learned so much in the 3 days i've been a member!
12 weeks ago

Akhila Kolisetty We are holding a #ypsc Twitter chat: Young Professionals for Social Change, tomorrow (thursday) at 9PM EST. Read more about it here! MoreWe are holding a #ypsc Twitter chat: Young Professionals for Social Change, tomorrow (thursday) at 9PM EST. Read more about it here! http://bit.ly/4gcsBw I hope you'll join in! Tomorrow's topic is fundraising and development for non-profits.

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