February 5, 2009

I spent a few hours doing some research that I think will be helpful. There are several e-malls available for non profits to choose from as their funding vehicle, as you all know. So, why should NPOs look at My PowerMall?
My PowerMall is the only one that I have seen that is self propagating. The concern of NPOs is that promoting an e-mall becomes just another thing on their plate.

By allowing staff, board and supporters to earn a sustainable personal income also, the burden is lifted. As Ginny said, people want to help others, but really need to help themselves also.

This morning, I called the Director of Advancement at McAuley High School again. I have sent several emails, letters and even dropped by the school and left a note. Still no response. Today's voice mail was " Hi, this is Andrea C, following up with you on the information I sent regarding funding for the school. I'd love to set an appointment for us to meet. Did you know that just since I first contacted you, McAuley HS has missed out on several thousand dollars of potential income? Yes,it's true - if your parents had just been paying tuition using their own World Changer Malls, and American Express gift cards, the school would have earned over $3000. I hope to meet with you very soon!"
I also sent Rus at St. Dom's the like to the income calculator so he could play around with it in preparing his own presentation to the principal.

I have to admit, I am getting frustrated by the lack of support from the Troopers. I am just not sure why they won't sign up with a mall to help Mike and Betsy. I decided to send followup emails to individuals asking what was preventing them from doing this. These guys are usually so supportive of each other. I am walking a fine line between supporting and annoying, so I will choose my words carefully.