http://nonprofitfinancefund.org/state-of-the-sector-surveys?utm_source=2014+Survey+Results+-+alll+NFF%2FBAC+lists+excl+Arts&utm_campaign=4-7-14SurveyResults+to+NFF%2FBAC+lists+excl.+Arts&utm_medium=email
Study of the state of non for profits--pretty interesting how it connects to how when general city resources shut down so do non-profits and then they can't serve the people they do.
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
The link below is to a study Harris Interactive conducted
for them (note that it was from a widely-representative panel of adults across
the U.S.) demonstrating the health benefits
from volunteering.
Some great stats on how volunteering:
· Lowers stress
· Improves mood
· Increases sense of connection to community
· Enriches sense of purpose
We see first-hand these benefits, but it’s great to have
a study to point to!
Friday, April 18, 2014
National Child Awareness Month Youth Ambassador Program
Check out this great opportunity for a Youth Ambassador Program next school year! It's for young people ages 16-22 who are committed to service to fellow youth in their communities and the issues they face-- a perfect description of you all!
http://www.ysa.org/ncam?utm_source=National+Service+Briefing+4.17.14&utm_campaign=NSB+4.17.14&utm_medium=email
http://www.ysa.org/ncam?utm_source=National+Service+Briefing+4.17.14&utm_campaign=NSB+4.17.14&utm_medium=email
Monday, April 14, 2014
One on Ones!
Hey guys!
I wanted to send out a reminder to all of you about one of your themes this session, which is having one on ones! It is a great way to get some help or new ideas on your project and a great way to get more donations! I found a great connector, the superintendent of my school system. I had a meeting with my superintendent, Mrs. Spinelli, last week and it went really well! I wanted to share my experience and encourage you guys to start thinking about who you can have your on on one with if you haven't had a chance to do so yet.
I did a lot of research on Mrs. Spinelli before our meeting so I would be able to have some background information. I really admire her as an educational leader in my community and I made sure I approached her in that aspect as opposed to coming right out and "demanding" help with my drive. When you approach people by complimenting them first they tend to usually be a lot more open to what you have to say, so that's what I tried to do. Because she is such great educational leader in our community I asked her if there was anyway she personally could help me with my drive or if she could get me in contact with someone who could help me out. It is usually a good idea to approach the person you meet with with a few ideas of how they can help you. I told her all about how C2C encourages education and how our donations to these children can help these children get to school, build their self-esteem, etc. She was so open to helping me and getting contact information for people that would be a great source to me from around the community! She even is going to donate PJ's to my PJ drive! If you are planning to have a meeting with a connector or already did always remember to send a thank you of some sort!
My meeting with Mrs. Spinelli was very successful and I wanted to share my experiences with you all and invite you guys to ask questions, or even share about your meetings you've had with connectors.
-Emma Estabrook
I wanted to send out a reminder to all of you about one of your themes this session, which is having one on ones! It is a great way to get some help or new ideas on your project and a great way to get more donations! I found a great connector, the superintendent of my school system. I had a meeting with my superintendent, Mrs. Spinelli, last week and it went really well! I wanted to share my experience and encourage you guys to start thinking about who you can have your on on one with if you haven't had a chance to do so yet.
I did a lot of research on Mrs. Spinelli before our meeting so I would be able to have some background information. I really admire her as an educational leader in my community and I made sure I approached her in that aspect as opposed to coming right out and "demanding" help with my drive. When you approach people by complimenting them first they tend to usually be a lot more open to what you have to say, so that's what I tried to do. Because she is such great educational leader in our community I asked her if there was anyway she personally could help me with my drive or if she could get me in contact with someone who could help me out. It is usually a good idea to approach the person you meet with with a few ideas of how they can help you. I told her all about how C2C encourages education and how our donations to these children can help these children get to school, build their self-esteem, etc. She was so open to helping me and getting contact information for people that would be a great source to me from around the community! She even is going to donate PJ's to my PJ drive! If you are planning to have a meeting with a connector or already did always remember to send a thank you of some sort!
My meeting with Mrs. Spinelli was very successful and I wanted to share my experiences with you all and invite you guys to ask questions, or even share about your meetings you've had with connectors.
-Emma Estabrook
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Hi Teen Leaders!
I know the impact you are making is very important to you. I wanted to share some high lights and interesting points of a survey we gave out to our partners/the social workers who work with the families and children we serve.
93.55% of our partners reported that we provide high quality items
88.17% said we fill their request in a timely manner
83.7% said we are always reliable as a resources for children's items and 0% said we are not reliable
73.12% reported that C2C's items are critical in helping them support families
59.68% of partners said they do not receive winter coats from other sources
Because of the winter appropriate items children are able to play safely outside during cold weather (91.40%), travel safely to and from school (93.01%), and attend school during cold weather (90.86%)
Over 70% of the families we serve are single parents
Self-esteem, school readiness, and relieving parent stress all rated in the high 80's and 90's in terms of how our products help families
Parents are able to pay for groceries because they do not have to spend money on these items (87.10%)
If you would like to see the full survey, you can come to my desk and check it out the next time you are in!
I know the impact you are making is very important to you. I wanted to share some high lights and interesting points of a survey we gave out to our partners/the social workers who work with the families and children we serve.
93.55% of our partners reported that we provide high quality items
88.17% said we fill their request in a timely manner
83.7% said we are always reliable as a resources for children's items and 0% said we are not reliable
73.12% reported that C2C's items are critical in helping them support families
59.68% of partners said they do not receive winter coats from other sources
Because of the winter appropriate items children are able to play safely outside during cold weather (91.40%), travel safely to and from school (93.01%), and attend school during cold weather (90.86%)
Over 70% of the families we serve are single parents
Self-esteem, school readiness, and relieving parent stress all rated in the high 80's and 90's in terms of how our products help families
Parents are able to pay for groceries because they do not have to spend money on these items (87.10%)
If you would like to see the full survey, you can come to my desk and check it out the next time you are in!
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