I guess you can say that Geoff Cape knows a thing or two about social entrepreneurship. For approximately 18 years, he has led Evergreen, a national charity and social business venture with a mission of bringing communities and nature together...
When Bell Canada decided to throw its hat in the ring as a potential sponsor of the 2010 Olympics, it faced stiff competition. In its aim to top the list, and with the bid book of the Vancouver Organizing Committee...
Competition for nonprofit funding is increasing all the time, and many organizations are turning to business ventures to generate additional revenue. While this has proved very successful for many, registered charities must walk a fine line with the Canada Revenue...
Nonprofit organizations play an integral role in our lives and infuse our world with a conscience. But their impact on our well-being notwithstanding, they also comprise a significant economic force, providing services and products, and achieving success on the same...
At the back of an old renovated fire hall in downtown Toronto, Darnelle Cain is working on a print job for Scotia Capital - and a future in graphic communications. Cain, 29, is a participant of the Phoenix Printshop, a...
The reality game show Survivor may have just wrapped up for another season, but for most nonprofit organizations, survival is a reality they face everyday. This is particularly true within the social services sector, where government cutbacks and restructured funding...
I am an independent consultant serving businesses in my community. I would like to help some nonprofits too. Can you tell me about some ethical ways to help? Thank you for wanting to help local nonprofits. Most business consultants have...
Abstract In a preliminary study of successful and non-successful spinoffs (from the corporate and voluntary sector), Pepin, Tranquada & Associates has identified some general lessons that can improve the likelihood of a spinoff obtaining funding and becoming a successful organization....
Abstract The Revenue Generation Through Commercial Ventures framework may be used by charities to: Create businesses/business products and a commercial venture portfolio. Review current businesses/products and support expansion of current products and the creation of new products. Enhance a charity's...
While many charities are trying to find new and innovative ways to fundraise, one venue that seems to be quite successful for many not-for-profit organizations is storefronts. To supplement traditional fundraising methods, increasing numbers of nonprofits are offering their donor...
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