e.ssociation.community value to nonprofit organizations Nonprofit Organization An association that is given tax-free status. Donations to a non-profit organization are often tax deductible as well. Notes: Examples of non-profit organizations are charities, hospitals and schools. Commitment and community. Nonprofits have long recognized the value of each. they know that their members and constituents have chosen their specific organization because of the immeasurable value seen in being a part of that community. But the term "community has become wildly overused, and its definition has been diluted di·lute tr.v. di·lut·ed, di·lut·ing, di·lutes 1. To make thinner or less concentrated by adding a liquid such as water. 2. To lessen the force, strength, purity, or brilliance of, especially by admixture. in contemporary society. Web "communities," in particular, too often have nothing to do with the spirit of affinity and alliance that constitutes a true community. In fact, many current Web "communities" are merely information portals, unattended bulletin boards, alias chat rooms, and untold megabytes of stale stale horseman's term for the act of urination by a horse. information. In the race to become a part of the future, some have forgotten the truths learned in the past. That the true evidence of an organization's ability to foster and maintain community and commitment is in its ability to engage its members in meaningful discourse, promote a course of action, and instill in·still v. To pour in drop by drop. in  stil·la tion n. loyalty on behalf of
its members. e.ssociation has the tools and services you need to expand
your organizational reach and deepen the level of service to your
members.
e.ssociation is dedicated to helping you preserve and enhance your organization's sense of community and commitment through the thoughtful use of leading-edge technology and presentation methods. With help from e.ssociation, your Web-based environments and opportunities will stimulate member interactivity e.ssociation will work closely with you to design and present your organizations benefits and support services support services Psychology Non-health care-related ancillary services–eg, transportation, financial aid, support groups, homemaker services, respite services, and other services in ways that will enhance member loyalty. The ultimate goal of our partnership will be to solidify so·lid·i·fy v. so·lid·i·fied, so·lid·i·fy·ing, so·lid·i·fies v.tr. 1. To make solid, compact, or hard. 2. To make strong or united. v.intr. the commitment of your members and constituents. After all, just because you have to rethink the way you do business, doesn't mean you have to change your core values. Web publish or perish "Publish or perish" refers to the pressure to publish work constantly in order to further or sustain one's career in academia. The competition for tenure-track faculty positions in academia puts increasing pressure on scholars to publish new work frequently. ? When it comes to decisions about Web participation, nonprofit organizations are facing a curious duality Duality (physics) The state of having two natures, which is often applied in physics. The classic example is wave-particle duality. The elementary constituents of nature—electrons, quarks, photons, gravitons, and so on—behave in some respects . They have an unprecedented opportunity to expand their reach and create an even stronger brand awareness. At the same time, there's greater risk of competition for information, services, and member affinity. It's not business as usual. The commercial world figured that out and has begun to reinvent re·in·vent tr.v. re·in·vent·ed, re·in·vent·ing, re·in·vents 1. To make over completely: "She reinvented Indian cooking to fit a Western kitchen and a Western larder" itself, continually exploring new ways to generate revenue over the Web . But many nonprofits lack the skillset or the staff to effectively identify and negotiate e-business relationships that would serve their interests. To build a site with functioning breadth and depth that warrants repeat visits and value-added interactivity has been but a dream for most nonprofits. That is until now. At e.ssociation, we've worked with more than 100 nonprofit organizations to help them in their technology planning and implementation. And with a staff of over 80 professionals, we're ready to help you make and implement the right technology choices for your organization. What's more, e.ssociation provides the strategic support and technical toolset needed to establish a customized online community at no up-front cost to you. The e.ssociation business model provides the nonprofit organization with a customized community-based Web site, plus consulting on organizational and tax issues, with fully secure e-commerce at NO development cost. As part of our mutual investment in your organization's Web community we'll also act as your e-commerce agent and cultivate business relationships to help you generate income. We'll build online transactions that promote efficiencies within your organization. In partnership with you, e.ssociation will help sort through the options to develop an exciting, member-responsive Web extension of your organization. Yes, the Web is a great channel for building and sustaining communities, promoting advocacy and realizing operational efficiencies as well as new revenue streams. But moving the organization's brand, services, and information to the Web shouldn't deplete de·plete v. 1. To use up something, such as a nutrient. 2. To empty something out, as the body of electrolytes. your organization. It should enhance it. Our relationship with the nonprofit A corporation or an association that conducts business for the benefit of the general public without shareholders and without a profit motive. Nonprofits are also called not-for-profit corporations. Nonprofit corporations are created according to state law. community is long term. And the e.ssociation commitment to building a sustained presence and valued-added services within that community is second to none. Except, maybe, yours. e.ssociation is very active in the nonprofit conference arena. Look for us at: * NetExpo, Nov 4-5, Washington, DC * Nonprofits in Technology, Nov 11-12, Washington, DC * National Education Association Annual Meeting, Dec 3-4, Clearwater Beach, FL * ASAE ASAE American Society of Association Executives ASAE American Society of Agricultural Engineers (Society for Engineering in Agricultural, Food, and Biological Systems) ASAE Alkali-Sulfite-Anthraquinone-Ethanol Mgmt & Technology, Dec 6-7, Indianapolis, IN * American College Personnel Association American College Personnel Association - College Student Educators International is a major student affairs association headquartered in Washington, D.C. at the National Center for Higher Education. Founded in 1924 by May L. Conference, April 3-5, and hosting a "Future Women of Technology" program for the students of the Maryvale Prep School on Nov. 19 in Baltimore, MD |
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