April 2009 | Volume 4

» Letter from the Managing Directors

» Managing Social and Environmental Impact

» Speaking Up: How Nonprofits Can Advance Their Cause Through Advocacy
 »The Franchise Solution to Social Enterprise Branding

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» Top Ten: Most Innovative Ideas and Interesting Headlines of 2008
» New and Noteworthy

» Upcoming Webinar

» Update on the Stimulus Funding
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Letter From the Managing Directors

By Amy Celep and Heather Peeler, Managing Directors, Community Wealth Ventures



Welcome to our spring edition of the Community Wealth Vanguard. In light of the many changes that occurred throughout 2008, we decided to focus this edition of the newsletter around trends seen in the nonprofit, social enterprise, and philanthropic communities. The articles present trends in impact measurement, advocacy, and branding. Additionally, our team has assembled a list of the Top Ten most innovative ideas and interesting trends of 2008.  

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Managing Social and Environmental Impact: A New Discipline for a New Economy

By Sara Olsen and Brett Galimidi, SVT Group

Now more than ever, businesses, nonprofit groups, and the government 
need to measure and manage their total impact not just on the 
financial bottom line but also on society and the environment.

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Speaking Up: How
Nonprofits Can
Advance Their Cause Through Advocacy
(Part 1 of 2)

By Suzanne N. Steffens, Community Wealth Ventures

The social sector is increasingly becoming vocal and more actively engaged in efforts to change public policy.  For those who would like to participate but aren't sure where to begin, here are some helpful steps.
  
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The Franchise Solution to Social Enterprise Branding

By Dan Elitzer, Community Wealth Ventures

During these times of scarce funding and increased demand, many nonprofit organizations may find that franchises are the answer to finding the unrestricted funds they need to stay secure. But first they need to find the right fit.

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TOP TEN:
Most Innovative Ideas and Interesting Headlines of 2008

  


From a nonprofit "initial public offering" to prepaid branded gift cards  to wiki technology for helping far-flung workers keep in touch, here are some of the most innovative ideas and interesting headlines of 2008.

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New and Noteworthy


Read about the success of one of our recent clients, review a sampling of our current projects, and learn about our upcoming and recent speaking engagements.

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Upcoming Webinar: "Should You Consider a Social Franchise?"

On May 13th at 1PM EST, Community Wealth Ventures will host a webinar entitled
"Should You Consider a Social Franchise?", exclusively for members of the Social Enterprise Alliance.  Click here for more information on the webinar and to learn about becoming a member of the Social Enterprise Alliance.

 

 

Read the Latest on the Stimulus Funding

 

 


Community Wealth Vanguard is published by Community Wealth Ventures, a consulting firm that:

  • Helps nonprofit organizations become more self-sustaining by generating revenue through business ventures and corporate partnerships.
  • Helps corporations improve their bottom line through the design and implementation of community investment strategies.

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