The document details the author's travels from 2012-2014 where they encountered difficulties finding affordable and direct volunteer opportunities. This inspired the idea for Help-In, a platform to connect volunteers directly with grassroots organizations. The author developed a prototype with an Indian company in 2014 and is now preparing a crowdfunding campaign, building a website and content, and assembling a team of trustees to launch Help-In. The document outlines the author's journey from the initial idea to the present day work to create an online platform to make volunteering more accessible worldwide.
Gina Doerr's supervisor wrote this letter to recommend her for employment opportunities. The supervisor states that Gina has worked as a Front Desk Receptionist for 8 months, is pleasant to work with and dedicated. Gina presents creative ideas, has excellent customer service skills, is always reliable and on time. Due to Gina's dedication and work ethic, the supervisor believes she would make a great team player and asset to any organization.
Cassidy is a 10-year-old Girl Guide member who started Purple Day in 2008 to raise awareness of epilepsy. She contacted politicians, celebrities, universities and media to support the initiative. Now with nearly 2,000 Facebook followers and daily website visitors, Purple Day encourages people around the world to wear purple on March 26th to show support for epilepsy awareness. Despite being shy, Cassidy has become a skilled spokesperson through overcoming her fears and sharing her story to help others feel less alone living with epilepsy.
As a business owner, networking is key to long-term growth and success in your
business, but doing so effectively in a way that doesn’t have people running for
the hills isn’t always so simple. This fun and powerful talk about the many “faces of
networking” will not only have you laughing, but will help you identify where and how
you can step up your game both online and off. You will walk away with strategies so
that you and your business are what people remember, recommend and respond to.
The document summarizes an organization's first cultural event held on November 6th. It discusses the planning and organizing of the event, including fundraising support, invitations to community leaders, and preparations like food. The cultural event included traditional dances and discussions about preserving tribal culture. Participants provided positive feedback and expressed a desire to collaborate on future events to promote tribal traditions and unity.
This document introduces Miriam's faith-based organization called GOD's H.E.L.P. (Hearing Every Little Prayer) which aims to bring community members together through volunteer opportunities, bible study, fundraising events, and the long term goal of opening a day center in Modesto. The organization welcomes volunteers and seeks to obtain 501(c)3 nonprofit status. Miriam shares her personal story of turning to God after loss and wanting to create "home" for others through this group.
Scott Anderson interned at Greater Mankato Area United Way from August to December 2014. He helped with campaign data entry, marketing, social media, and recognition. The letter writer says Scott has great perseverance and passion for helping people. He works hard to complete tasks, follows through, and was willing to help wherever needed. Scott was dedicated, organized, and pleasant to have in the office. The letter recommends Scott as an asset for any organization.
This presentation is on behalf of Denise Dobbs & her family.
We encourage her friends to offer this support and in doing so we have set up fundraisers for Denise and Dave Dobbs, to help with unknown medical bills and household expenses as Denise is self employed and running her business has come to a stand still. Her husband Dave has missed work to be by her side.
The document details the author's travels from 2012-2014 where they encountered difficulties finding affordable and direct volunteer opportunities. This inspired the idea for Help-In, a platform to connect volunteers directly with grassroots organizations. The author developed a prototype with an Indian company in 2014 and is now preparing a crowdfunding campaign, building a website and content, and assembling a team of trustees to launch Help-In. The document outlines the author's journey from the initial idea to the present day work to create an online platform to make volunteering more accessible worldwide.
Gina Doerr's supervisor wrote this letter to recommend her for employment opportunities. The supervisor states that Gina has worked as a Front Desk Receptionist for 8 months, is pleasant to work with and dedicated. Gina presents creative ideas, has excellent customer service skills, is always reliable and on time. Due to Gina's dedication and work ethic, the supervisor believes she would make a great team player and asset to any organization.
Cassidy is a 10-year-old Girl Guide member who started Purple Day in 2008 to raise awareness of epilepsy. She contacted politicians, celebrities, universities and media to support the initiative. Now with nearly 2,000 Facebook followers and daily website visitors, Purple Day encourages people around the world to wear purple on March 26th to show support for epilepsy awareness. Despite being shy, Cassidy has become a skilled spokesperson through overcoming her fears and sharing her story to help others feel less alone living with epilepsy.
As a business owner, networking is key to long-term growth and success in your
business, but doing so effectively in a way that doesn’t have people running for
the hills isn’t always so simple. This fun and powerful talk about the many “faces of
networking” will not only have you laughing, but will help you identify where and how
you can step up your game both online and off. You will walk away with strategies so
that you and your business are what people remember, recommend and respond to.
The document summarizes an organization's first cultural event held on November 6th. It discusses the planning and organizing of the event, including fundraising support, invitations to community leaders, and preparations like food. The cultural event included traditional dances and discussions about preserving tribal culture. Participants provided positive feedback and expressed a desire to collaborate on future events to promote tribal traditions and unity.
This document introduces Miriam's faith-based organization called GOD's H.E.L.P. (Hearing Every Little Prayer) which aims to bring community members together through volunteer opportunities, bible study, fundraising events, and the long term goal of opening a day center in Modesto. The organization welcomes volunteers and seeks to obtain 501(c)3 nonprofit status. Miriam shares her personal story of turning to God after loss and wanting to create "home" for others through this group.
Scott Anderson interned at Greater Mankato Area United Way from August to December 2014. He helped with campaign data entry, marketing, social media, and recognition. The letter writer says Scott has great perseverance and passion for helping people. He works hard to complete tasks, follows through, and was willing to help wherever needed. Scott was dedicated, organized, and pleasant to have in the office. The letter recommends Scott as an asset for any organization.
This presentation is on behalf of Denise Dobbs & her family.
We encourage her friends to offer this support and in doing so we have set up fundraisers for Denise and Dave Dobbs, to help with unknown medical bills and household expenses as Denise is self employed and running her business has come to a stand still. Her husband Dave has missed work to be by her side.
This fundraising project benefited a local cancer foundation that helps cancer patients with basic needs like housing, food, and medical bills. The student designed and sold t-shirts and bracelets to raise money. They received permission from the foundation's executive director to use the logo. The student ordered shirts and bracelets, advertised through flyers and text messages, and worked to deliver products and collect money. In total they raised $1,928 to donate to the foundation through this senior project.
You need to be that voice in the background, whispering words of encouragement into their ears. These people now rise to a higher level of achievement which they would not have experienced without your involvement.
Over 300 people from various backgrounds attended an event hosted by the Catalyst Initiative of the George Family Foundation about building resilience and healing from trauma. According to a survey of attendees:
- 126 out of 152 respondents found the event engaging and productive.
- 84% learned something new about addressing trauma, 67% met someone new, and 80% learned a new technique to use personally or professionally.
- Participants intended to share what they learned about resilience and healing, take steps to increase resiliency in their communities and increase awareness of these practices through various means.
- Attendees commented that the event fostered connection, diversity, and continuation of this important work.
Gianna Miceli interned at Warren Achievement Center, a nonprofit that assists people with disabilities. She helped plan a fundraising event that raised awareness for a new facility. She spoke publicly about the organization and helped coordinate sorority volunteers. Miceli gained skills in public speaking, writing, event planning and felt proud of successfully executing a large event. She reflected that the internship allowed her to get involved in the community and prove her professional abilities.
The document summarizes a campaign to support the documentary film "Becoming More Visible" through the #WhosYourSelfie initiative on social media. The campaign aims to generate discussion about LGBTQ issues, spread awareness of transgender and non-conforming youth, and create a safe online community. Strategies for the campaign include posting on social media to engage followers, building a brand identity, collaborating with influencers, participating in events, and involving the film subjects to develop an online community. The campaign launched on November 1st on Facebook and Instagram with the selfie hashtag. Feedback was positive, with people participating to support social issues and finding community. Next steps include increasing budget, solidifying the campaign voice and message
Supplementing the Core Mission with Program Design: Documentaries for ChangeEliana Trinaistic
Presented at the Metropolis Conference Panel 2016: Cultural intersections, inclusion & social innovation (Toronto). Thanks to Sree Nallamothu for sharing the data.
Participants: Min Sook Lee, Ontario College of Art and Design University (OCADU), Assistant Professor, Art & Social Change, Documentary Filmmaker, Evelyn Encalada Grez, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), Assistant Professor, Activist, Carolina Alfaro de Carvalho, Multimedia translator;
Nadia Caidi, Ph.D, University of Toronto, Faculty of Information, Associate Professor; Sanjay Shahani and Ikem Opara, Ontario Trillium Foundation; Eliana Trinaistic, MCIS Language Solutions, Social Impact Manager
Supplementing the Core Mission with Program Design: Documentaries for Change
1. Paul Zeller became involved in self advocacy in 2012 through a workshop that taught him about knowing his rights and speaking up. He helped start a local self advocacy group.
2. Through leadership training, Paul and some friends worked on a project called the Intersection Project to improve safety at a busy intersection. They presented to local council and were able to push for changes.
3. Paul has since become chair of his self advocacy group. He regularly attends conferences, does advocacy workshops, and was selected to join the Disability Council of NSW to advocate for people with disabilities, especially in rural areas.
Angelika Christie is a speaker, coach and facilitator who runs empowerment seminars and courses. She has worked with thousands of people around the world and is highly recommended by several individuals for her ability to help heal people using a holistic approach and to motivate, inspire and empower participants to unlock their potential. Testimonials from previous clients praise the positive impact Angelika and her programs have had on their lives, including feeling more confident, motivated, aligned and able to achieve their goals.
The document discusses family support systems and resources available to help those in need. It describes several organizations that provide assistance, such as the Scarborough Women's Centre, Mennonite Central Committee, Boost, and South Asian Women's Rights Organization. These organizations offer services like counseling, settlement support, education programs, and help addressing issues like housing, employment and childcare. The document emphasizes the importance of early childhood educators being aware of available resources to help families in need access support.
Sandra Kozlowski is praised by multiple people for her work with various organizations. She is described as dedicated, passionate, and creative. As head of the Tumwater Chamber of Commerce, she helped elevate its profile and quality through her leadership, ideas, and relationship building. People highlight her commitment, work ethic, and ability to accomplish goals through her enthusiasm and determination.
This document summarizes a volunteer project created by college students to help Hearts of Hope, a nonprofit that supports victims of sexual violence. [1] The students filmed a video series called "UNVEILED" to bring awareness to sexual abuse prevention and empowerment. [2] On the day of filming, the 30 volunteers discussed the charity's importance and chose to help through the video series in hopes of spreading the message widely. [3] The team plans to continue their relationship with Hearts of Hope by expanding the video series and helping to educate others about sexual abuse.
This document describes a "Friend Up", which is a group where people can share problems and opportunities, seek and offer advice, brainstorm ideas, and build friendships. Several members provide quotes about how the Friend Up group has helped promote their projects by volunteering, offering suggestions, and providing support through in-person and online conversations. The document outlines rules for Friend Ups, which involve setting a time and place to meet, inviting friends, having members provide 1-2 requests for "help", choosing a facilitator, and taking notes. Facilitating Friend Ups focuses on asking open-ended questions and getting input from the group to keep the discussion moving in a supportive way. The goal is to continue meeting regularly and
Relationships and Workforce Readiness by Craig McClay, Elizabeth Pufall Jones...America's Promise Alliance
America's Promise Alliance Community Convention 2016
Relationships and Workforce Readiness
This interactive session explored how relationships shape best practices and positive youth development in workforce readiness programs. Participants watched short, documentary-style films that capture the experiences of young adults who participated in Youth Opportunity Fund grantee programs. Researchers from the Center for Promise, joined by Youth Opportunity Fund grantee staff and youth, provided insights into its research about how webs of support encourage the development of workforce readiness.
Created by
Craig McClay, Center for Promise
Elizabeth Pufall Jones, Center for Promise
Sean Flanagan, Center for Promise
Kathryn Hunter gave a speech about her senior project where she organized a tennis tournament and camp in her neighborhood to raise donations for a local homeless shelter. She worked with her tennis coach Mr. Jason Hubbard as her project facilitator. Despite facing obstacles like low initial participation and ordering t-shirts from a fake website, the event was a success in raising donations. Through this process, Kathryn learned about overcoming challenges, improved her organization and communication skills, and confirmed her interest in pursuing a career in marketing or event planning.
1) The document acknowledges Jesus Christ, the author's instructor, mentor, and other contributors for their guidance and support in completing the study.
2) The author thanks their family for their encouragement through phone calls and financial support despite challenges, without which the dissertation would not have been possible.
3) The study is dedicated to the author's parents for their inspiration and strength when they felt like giving up, as well as their brothers, sisters, relatives, mentors, friends, classmates, and God for their advice and encouragement to finish the study.
The document contains farewell messages from colleagues congratulating and praising Pixy on her retirement from Mayo Clinic. Pixy is described as an invaluable source of institutional knowledge, a gifted mentor, and a terrific friend who was always willing to help others. Her colleagues express sadness at her departure and say they will miss her kindness, wisdom, and leadership.
RFP for Reno's Community Assistance CenterThis Is Reno
Property appraisals completed in May for downtown Reno’s Community Assistance and Triage Centers (CAC) reveal that repairing the buildings to bring them back into service would cost an estimated $10.1 million—nearly four times the amount previously reported by city staff.
This fundraising project benefited a local cancer foundation that helps cancer patients with basic needs like housing, food, and medical bills. The student designed and sold t-shirts and bracelets to raise money. They received permission from the foundation's executive director to use the logo. The student ordered shirts and bracelets, advertised through flyers and text messages, and worked to deliver products and collect money. In total they raised $1,928 to donate to the foundation through this senior project.
You need to be that voice in the background, whispering words of encouragement into their ears. These people now rise to a higher level of achievement which they would not have experienced without your involvement.
Over 300 people from various backgrounds attended an event hosted by the Catalyst Initiative of the George Family Foundation about building resilience and healing from trauma. According to a survey of attendees:
- 126 out of 152 respondents found the event engaging and productive.
- 84% learned something new about addressing trauma, 67% met someone new, and 80% learned a new technique to use personally or professionally.
- Participants intended to share what they learned about resilience and healing, take steps to increase resiliency in their communities and increase awareness of these practices through various means.
- Attendees commented that the event fostered connection, diversity, and continuation of this important work.
Gianna Miceli interned at Warren Achievement Center, a nonprofit that assists people with disabilities. She helped plan a fundraising event that raised awareness for a new facility. She spoke publicly about the organization and helped coordinate sorority volunteers. Miceli gained skills in public speaking, writing, event planning and felt proud of successfully executing a large event. She reflected that the internship allowed her to get involved in the community and prove her professional abilities.
The document summarizes a campaign to support the documentary film "Becoming More Visible" through the #WhosYourSelfie initiative on social media. The campaign aims to generate discussion about LGBTQ issues, spread awareness of transgender and non-conforming youth, and create a safe online community. Strategies for the campaign include posting on social media to engage followers, building a brand identity, collaborating with influencers, participating in events, and involving the film subjects to develop an online community. The campaign launched on November 1st on Facebook and Instagram with the selfie hashtag. Feedback was positive, with people participating to support social issues and finding community. Next steps include increasing budget, solidifying the campaign voice and message
Supplementing the Core Mission with Program Design: Documentaries for ChangeEliana Trinaistic
Presented at the Metropolis Conference Panel 2016: Cultural intersections, inclusion & social innovation (Toronto). Thanks to Sree Nallamothu for sharing the data.
Participants: Min Sook Lee, Ontario College of Art and Design University (OCADU), Assistant Professor, Art & Social Change, Documentary Filmmaker, Evelyn Encalada Grez, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), Assistant Professor, Activist, Carolina Alfaro de Carvalho, Multimedia translator;
Nadia Caidi, Ph.D, University of Toronto, Faculty of Information, Associate Professor; Sanjay Shahani and Ikem Opara, Ontario Trillium Foundation; Eliana Trinaistic, MCIS Language Solutions, Social Impact Manager
Supplementing the Core Mission with Program Design: Documentaries for Change
1. Paul Zeller became involved in self advocacy in 2012 through a workshop that taught him about knowing his rights and speaking up. He helped start a local self advocacy group.
2. Through leadership training, Paul and some friends worked on a project called the Intersection Project to improve safety at a busy intersection. They presented to local council and were able to push for changes.
3. Paul has since become chair of his self advocacy group. He regularly attends conferences, does advocacy workshops, and was selected to join the Disability Council of NSW to advocate for people with disabilities, especially in rural areas.
Angelika Christie is a speaker, coach and facilitator who runs empowerment seminars and courses. She has worked with thousands of people around the world and is highly recommended by several individuals for her ability to help heal people using a holistic approach and to motivate, inspire and empower participants to unlock their potential. Testimonials from previous clients praise the positive impact Angelika and her programs have had on their lives, including feeling more confident, motivated, aligned and able to achieve their goals.
The document discusses family support systems and resources available to help those in need. It describes several organizations that provide assistance, such as the Scarborough Women's Centre, Mennonite Central Committee, Boost, and South Asian Women's Rights Organization. These organizations offer services like counseling, settlement support, education programs, and help addressing issues like housing, employment and childcare. The document emphasizes the importance of early childhood educators being aware of available resources to help families in need access support.
Sandra Kozlowski is praised by multiple people for her work with various organizations. She is described as dedicated, passionate, and creative. As head of the Tumwater Chamber of Commerce, she helped elevate its profile and quality through her leadership, ideas, and relationship building. People highlight her commitment, work ethic, and ability to accomplish goals through her enthusiasm and determination.
This document summarizes a volunteer project created by college students to help Hearts of Hope, a nonprofit that supports victims of sexual violence. [1] The students filmed a video series called "UNVEILED" to bring awareness to sexual abuse prevention and empowerment. [2] On the day of filming, the 30 volunteers discussed the charity's importance and chose to help through the video series in hopes of spreading the message widely. [3] The team plans to continue their relationship with Hearts of Hope by expanding the video series and helping to educate others about sexual abuse.
This document describes a "Friend Up", which is a group where people can share problems and opportunities, seek and offer advice, brainstorm ideas, and build friendships. Several members provide quotes about how the Friend Up group has helped promote their projects by volunteering, offering suggestions, and providing support through in-person and online conversations. The document outlines rules for Friend Ups, which involve setting a time and place to meet, inviting friends, having members provide 1-2 requests for "help", choosing a facilitator, and taking notes. Facilitating Friend Ups focuses on asking open-ended questions and getting input from the group to keep the discussion moving in a supportive way. The goal is to continue meeting regularly and
Relationships and Workforce Readiness by Craig McClay, Elizabeth Pufall Jones...America's Promise Alliance
America's Promise Alliance Community Convention 2016
Relationships and Workforce Readiness
This interactive session explored how relationships shape best practices and positive youth development in workforce readiness programs. Participants watched short, documentary-style films that capture the experiences of young adults who participated in Youth Opportunity Fund grantee programs. Researchers from the Center for Promise, joined by Youth Opportunity Fund grantee staff and youth, provided insights into its research about how webs of support encourage the development of workforce readiness.
Created by
Craig McClay, Center for Promise
Elizabeth Pufall Jones, Center for Promise
Sean Flanagan, Center for Promise
Kathryn Hunter gave a speech about her senior project where she organized a tennis tournament and camp in her neighborhood to raise donations for a local homeless shelter. She worked with her tennis coach Mr. Jason Hubbard as her project facilitator. Despite facing obstacles like low initial participation and ordering t-shirts from a fake website, the event was a success in raising donations. Through this process, Kathryn learned about overcoming challenges, improved her organization and communication skills, and confirmed her interest in pursuing a career in marketing or event planning.
1) The document acknowledges Jesus Christ, the author's instructor, mentor, and other contributors for their guidance and support in completing the study.
2) The author thanks their family for their encouragement through phone calls and financial support despite challenges, without which the dissertation would not have been possible.
3) The study is dedicated to the author's parents for their inspiration and strength when they felt like giving up, as well as their brothers, sisters, relatives, mentors, friends, classmates, and God for their advice and encouragement to finish the study.
The document contains farewell messages from colleagues congratulating and praising Pixy on her retirement from Mayo Clinic. Pixy is described as an invaluable source of institutional knowledge, a gifted mentor, and a terrific friend who was always willing to help others. Her colleagues express sadness at her departure and say they will miss her kindness, wisdom, and leadership.
RFP for Reno's Community Assistance CenterThis Is Reno
Property appraisals completed in May for downtown Reno’s Community Assistance and Triage Centers (CAC) reveal that repairing the buildings to bring them back into service would cost an estimated $10.1 million—nearly four times the amount previously reported by city staff.
United Nations World Oceans Day 2024; June 8th " Awaken new dephts".Christina Parmionova
The program will expand our perspectives and appreciation for our blue planet, build new foundations for our relationship to the ocean, and ignite a wave of action toward necessary change.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
Bharat Mata - History of Indian culture.pdfBharat Mata
Bharat Mata Channel is an initiative towards keeping the culture of this country alive. Our effort is to spread the knowledge of Indian history, culture, religion and Vedas to the masses.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
2. Carla Buzasi
My Mentor
Global Chief Content Officer, WGSN
Nina Solomon
Design Guru
Art Director, WGSN
Kim Schaefer
Design Guru
Head of Creative Services, WGSN
First Helpers
A special thanks to my incredible mentor Carla. You have
been a massive help every step of the way.
You have offered advice regularly on all of my ideas to make
the crowd funding campaign and the content as good as it
can be ready for the launch.
You have taken time out of your very busy schedule and given
me exceptional feedback along the way, heartfelt thanks.
Thanks also to Kim and Nina for being instrumental in
the design of the logo
They have also been extremely valuable in offering
advice in the general design of the site and landing page
ready for launch
Thanks for taking time out of your busy schedules to
assist where you have, it’s very much appreciated
3. First Helpers
Radney Wood
Legal Help
Senior Associate at Vela Keller
Olly Jones
Computing Help
Front End Architect at Sony GWT
Graham Boyce
Constant Belief
Project Manager
I met Radney at the Tortuga Booluda in
Nicaragua. I shared my dream with him and he
told me he was a lawyer
Later on my journey I asked for his advice on
contracts and Non Disclosure Agreements
Without me having to ask he offered to do
them for me when I was in India. Thanks
Rad!!! You’re a legend
An old friend of mine now in San Francisco so I
caught up with him whenever I was there.
Thanks Olly for your unwavering belief in me!
He offered me advice constantly whenever I
asked. Always there when I needed him
He linked me up with his cousin who advised
on medical questions after her volunteering
experiences with front line organisations
A constant source of support wherever I was
in the world. Whenever I questioned what it
was I was doing he would pick me up
He was always willing to look over and advise
on pieces of work I had put together
A source of inspiration in the down times.
Help-In wouldn’t be where it is today without
your support. Thanks G
4. First Helpers
A very special thanks to the people below for offering stories photos and support
Alison Snyder
(Medical Advisor)
Grecia IIiana
Alvarado
Photos and Experiences
Karry Meyrick Ain Txane Hagop Waza
Agi Kolletas
Michelle Van De
Beurcht
Courtney
Boudreau
Emma Syrat Rikke Lizette
Christensen
Caleb Gordon Vera Neidl
5. First Helpers
Moral Support
Suzan Sedai Yvonne Gutierrez Gemma Hickey Alex Dodge Gregory Lemaire Sophie M Bracken Rich Davis
Julie Szmyd Florence Cannon Iain Maciver Johnson Scott-Doran Styx Stickler Raquel Valles Jill Truscott
Flossie Kent Lia Teresa Koski Carly Landis Sarah Park Jazzy Jazz Martina Shaolin Wei Liu
7. My travels made me realise what it is that truly makes me happy
“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others”
Mahatma Gandhi
Subscribe ready to support our crowdfunding campaign at
www.help-in.org