Solutions For Good

I love Dr. Seuss!   In middle school, I did a photo journal project about The Lorax, showing an illustration from the book next to a photo from my community.   Pretty cool project that showed the continued relevancy of his message. Dr. Seuss, or rather, Theodor Seuss Geisel, went to Dartmouth College, Class of 1925.   They have a large portrait of him in the library there along with much pride of his   status as an alum. On March 2, 2012, The Lorax movie will be released!   There are many great national sponsors involved with this and have created interactive environmental education websites, environmental petitions, Facebook contests, and more. One of my clients, TreeBaltimore is considering how to wrap their arms around The Lorax   and use its momentum for their message   and to promote the fantastic work that they do.   My job will be coming up with some of these ideas , within a realistic framework of budget and resource constraints...

1. What’s happening in town (aside from Facebook and Twitter)? – Baltimore Brew 2. Great nonprofit blogs – Nonprofit Tech 2.0   &    Nonprofit Marketing Blog   3. Up and coming nonprofit service – Give Corps 4. Free online training series – Network for Good , nonprofit marketing and online fundraising and Volunteer Match , “tools and trainings for those who engage volunteers” 5. To stay informed about topics you care about– Google Alerts 6. Great Café for working or meeting a colleague, and great fare -   Teavolve 7 . Local store with a wide selection and great customer service- Waverly Ace Hardware 8. Helpful book to think differently about marketing your organization– Robin Hood Marketing- Stealing Corporate Savvy to Sell Just Causes   9 . Best place to clear your head and come up with great new ideas – Druid Hill Park 10. Free meeting space – Southeast Anchor Library (branch of Pratt) 11. Cool tech thing that nonprofits can benefit from. Che...

As much as I love Spring and Fall, the holiday season is a lovely time of year as well.  First I want to say, Happy Winter Solstice!   This is the shortest day of the year (12/21), but they get longer from here.  That's the good news! The generous spirit is a beautiful thing at this time of year.  Many nonprofit organizations benefit from this and aptly position themselves to do so.  Smart thinking!  Don't forget the most important thing to thank volunteers and donors!  Here are a few pointers from the Nonprofit Marketing Blog . I commend BVU's Volunteer Central for their "thank yous" to volunteers! They are timely, specific, fun, and unique in their ways. Sign up for their nonprofit and volunteer newsletters to see them in action. Speaking of donors, have you heard about Give Corps ?  If not, you may want to attend one of their info sessions and learn more.  They can help bring funds to your organization.  You may ...

   I am thankful for the opportunity to work in Baltimore on amazing projects with great people!  Have a wonderful and safe holiday. As you shop this holiday season, be sure to check out these helpful tools.  Shop smart! Shopping for a Better Baltimore Baltimore's Eco-Friendly Holiday Guide coming soon!

Look at all the great organizations I get to work with!  Conducting volunteer management workshops for : Pratt Library, Maryland Association of Nonprofits, Maryland Alcohol and Drug Abuse Administration, Anne Arundel Community College (Spring 2012) Recruited and Managed volunteers for: US Conference of Mayors 2011 and the Natural Products Expo East 2011 Outreach and Marketing for: TreeBaltimore/Constellation Energy Partnership Specials Projects for:  Business Volunteers Unlimited Maryland (BVU)

After much debate and input, I have landed on a logo and tag line.  Thanks to all of you who helped by giving input.  Big kudos to Luci Morreale of LadderbackDesigns.  I highly recommend her for graphic design work!  She is thoughtful, insightful, talented, and full of great ideas. She has done work for small nonprofits and big companies.  Check out her website for samples of her work.  www.ladderbackdesign.com

Linked In has added a place in your profile to enter your volunteer work and the organizations you support.  Pretty cool.  that says, community matters and we care that you care and what you care about.    Read more. http://blog.linkedin.com/2011/09/07/profile-volunteer-field/