Non-Profit News

Tomorrow I will interview Anthony Fusaro, Director of Development for the Talbot House in Lakeland, FL. As you already know, I have been working alongside Fusaro for several weeks on this nonprofit’s biggest fundraise, the “Have a Heart for the Homeless” concert.

 Already familiar with some of Fusaro’s work, I am interested to see a more in-depth take on his nonprofit work: how does he ensure the Talbot House is funded, staffed, and above all, effective?

This just in: another nonprofit news site! It seems that Ashley is discovering some success secrets of her own.

 I’m excited to see where this nonprofit-teer goes!

 Check her out at: http://www.betweendreamsmag.com/nonprofits/

I am completing my undergraduate degree at Southeastern University in less than three months. What that means right now is that I will soon be leaving Lakeland to begin graduate work at University of Central Florida in Orlando.

 And what that really means is that I need to find a job.

Currently, I am employed by Girl Scouts of West Central Florida. This is the first nonprofit organization I have been involved with and been monetarily compensated for my work. My manager has been so supportive of my job search and is now discussing a possible full-time position for me with Girl Scouts in Orlando.

 I am not sure how this will pan out, but I am very enthused to begin researching the non-profit sector in Orlando.

Since I’m the new kid on the nonprofit block, I just have one question: HOW do you do it?

I am going to spend some time with successful nonprofit organizations in Lakeland, FL trying to answer just that question. For my first interivew, I think I will check into an organization that runs multiple programs with lots of volunteers, donors, and events. (Possibly Lighthouse Ministries or Talbot House.) Just dipping my toes in I’m already frustrated at how to make people, programs, and funds work together. 

So, the point of my first article is “Help! How do I make this work?”