ACN needs help with fundraising!

[Sheila]

Hi everyone -- I'm writing to request any of you who have experience in fundraising, or who can volunteer to help in our efforts, to please get in touch with me.

 

Our small grassroots group has grown into what you see today. (Our site had almost 4.5 MILLION hits last month!) But as you can see, most of what we offer is free--so we need to rely on donations.

 

We're very gratified that so many people are being helped. It's wonderful! But, our 501©3 nonprofit desperately needs funds. We need a new website, PR, networking, computer equipment and programs, and some part time staff.

 

We used to do fundraisers each year with a wonderful man who dedicated his Triathalon race to ACN, and that at least kept us afloat. But he has not been able to do that for the last few years. Things are very tight at present, and I am open to your ideas and advice.

 

I really hope some of you can find time to respond--or can pass this to someone you know.

 

Please send a PM or email me at Sheila@Latitudes.org . Thanks so much. Sheila

[KaraM]

Well, I can't say I am good at fund raising or able to offer help in that area, but I did just go and make a donation. If everyone on this board (and the other boards) donates something, hopefully it will add up to enough to make the difference ACN needs. I think all of us who are active on this board would agree this forum has been invaluable. Kara

Edited November 9, 2010 by KaraM

[JAG10]

Me too!!!

Thanks, Kara. I didn't even realize that option was on the homepage; I just have the forum in my bookmarks!

[kmom]

Good plan! I'll go do that. Don't know where I'd be w/o this forum and all of u! Do you think the docs we all rant and rave about for helping our children would be willing to donate? Lord knows they make pretty pennies!

[KaraM]

Heres the link to make it easier:

 

http://www.latitudes.org/donate.html

[airial95]

My husband and I will be putting together our list for holiday giving here very soon - ACN will be at the top of our list!!!

[philamom]

I'm in...it's my xmas present to myself!

[thereishope]

I just emailed you my email address. Please let us know how we can help!

[Sheila]

Thank you to everyone who has responded to this request for help! Your donations, pledges, and offers to help and share ideas has been very encouraging.

 

Please keep it up! It means so very much, and is so needed. http://www.latitudes.org/donate.html

 

Gratefully, Sheila

[JAG10]

Thank you to everyone who has responded to this request for help! Your donations, pledges, and offers to help and share ideas has been very encouraging.

 

Please keep it up! It means so very much, and is so needed. http://www.latitudes.org/donate.html

 

Gratefully, Sheila

 

Sheila,

 

Please add that donations are tax deductible.....everyone needs help with the taxman!

[Mary M]

Donated in thanksgiving for all this forum has given my family...the donate page is simple and easy. Thanks for posting the need, I had no idea how this site was funded.

In gratitude,

Mary

from Michigan

[EAMom]

Hey everyone, just a reminder that certain(esp. bigger) corporations will "match" certain charitable contributions. So, don't forget to check with your employer if a contribution to ACN qualifies.

[Chemar]

bumping this up for anyone who may not yet have seen it and would like to help with fundraising or to make a donation

 

http://www.latitudes.org/donate.html

[philamom]

Thanks Sheila! Just remembered to pledge. Wishing everyone a safe & peaceful Christmas!!

[browneyesmom]

Done ~ this forum has been such a blessing to me!

 

... and you can donate via PayPal... very simple!