Give More Than Money, Get More Than Thanks
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IntroductionConventional discussions about philanthropy focus on financial donations, financial incentives and subsequent returns on investment. In this article, Christine Jacobs focuses on linking her time and her talents with her money to advance the causes and organizations of her choice. Her career as an operations executive was not only financially fruitful but also provided her with strong leadership skills and a joy in working with individuals at all organizational levels. Earning money was a personal process for her; this money is now her entrée into a new phase of life. She feels that donors should understand their own skills and what they can offer to organizations. Similarly the organizations may need to open themselves up to the support and leadership that these new donors can provide.
There is a confluence of movements today that should lead nonprofit organizations to reexamine the role of volunteers and supporters. It is not clear that the organizations are ready to take advantage of important trends.
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