THE CITIZEN BLOG
THE CITIZEN BLOG
Giving Back in Atlanta – going beyond Altruism
Volunteering isn’t just about giving; you get a lot out of it too. It’s a two-way street that can keep you coming back. Here are the five big things volunteers gain from their service.
3 Lessons Learned from Nonprofit Fails
As a nonprofit and community leader, I’m not supposed to admit when I fail. It’s my job to share stories of success, so that you become inspired by our work and continue to support our efforts, right? But let’s be honest. The truth is, nonprofit leaders (I more than most) fail all the time. Grant requests are denied; evaluation reports show poor results; team diversity doesn’t reflect the community we serve; meetings go sideways. And, that’s just the start.
Embrace Your Underdog
Confession time. I’ve been feeling overwhelmed lately by the size and entrenched nature of the social challenges facing Atlanta. From food insecurity to mass incarceration, it feels like we are fighting a losing battle. And every new fact I learn simply adds gasoline to the fire.