Posted by akc on November 21, 2001, at 22:32:48
In reply to Re: Not-for-profit, posted by Mark H. on November 21, 2001, at 22:21:14
I don't want my comments used to shoot down a lot of good that United Way does on a local basis -- my point simply is that if you go to another organization for funding, you are looking at the possibility of having to "sell" your program, which depending on the organization you are looking at, that process can be quite complex. Then, if you are successful, you may be placing yourself under more oversight than you wish to be.
I really like the idea of trying to organize some type of fund drive. Those of us who have been here for even a short time who have a bit of change in our pockets might be willing to cough up a bit. This gives Dr. Bob the freedom to continue with his vision without having to worry about some other organization poking around. It also may give us some satisfaction that we have given back to him a little bit, even if it is "only" money.
We all know this is not about the money with Dr. Bob -- that is like a side-issue. The time he puts into this is great. And he continues to work hard to make the site work better and better -- from a interpersonal and technical sense.
Anyway, I'm rambling now -- I hope we can figure this out -- this thread has really evolved.
akc
> >"under the gun of United Way oversight"?
>
> Ouch! You mean oversight by the organization whose national president spent donations on lavish meals, limousine service and prostitutes for several YEARS before being caught?
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> (::--)))=
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