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Welcome to the Frontpage. About us in Zambia. Projects | The Big Give. Need Children who cannot afford a school uniform and shoes are not permitted to attend the government schools. Due to HIV/AIDS there are many orphans being looked after by extended family members and in the poorest areas of Lusaka the family income is insufficient to provide for all these children. Many intelligent and willing children go uneducated. We have proven that many of these children can excel in education starting to transform the community.

The problem is worse in rural areas. Solution Destiny school currently provides education to grade 9 entry examination. Aims To provide Grd 9-12 eduction to 200 HIV/AIDs orphans a year in a poor area of Lusaka Activities » Build 5 new classrooms, with laboratory, library, workshops and ICT suite » Equip these rooms with books, laboratory equipment, computers and workshop tools. » Train teachers to use facilities effectively Success will be...95% retention rate grd 9-12. 90% students pass grd 12. 70% those passing grd 12 go to college. Impact Risk. Association of Biblical Counselors. Zimec Zambia 2014. Course: Solar PV Feasibility Assessment - Green Africa Directory. Clay Student Leadership. What is a Multiple Domain (UCC) SSL Certificate? Renewable Energy for the Data Center: Where, When and How? - DRJ.com.

Now that energy prices seem to have stabilized once again, there has been a noticeable shift in attitude surrounding the development and design of the next-generation, “green” data center. It’s not that the IT industry has discarded the concept entirely--indeed, a number of high-profile projects are scheduled to break ground in the next few months--but there is growing disagreement over how to ensure that everyone’s needs are being met, including data providers, data consumers and the environment itself. A key topic of debate is the use of renewable energy. Whether it’s wind, water, solar, geothermal, etc., questions are surfacing as to whether full or even partial dependence on renewables is right for the data center. It’s important to note that some of the criticisms are coming from leading environmental researchers, not the data center industry. Renewable Renaissance. Www.conservefirst.com. Google Launches Nonprofits Website Program. Google has launched a nonprofit website program - with free domains, hosting and Adwords money for any companies that qualify.

The Google site set up for this wants to help nonprofits "reach and engage supporters, improve you operations and raise awareness for your cause. " Google has been beefing up its support for charities, most recently developing a Crisis Response page for information on the Japan earthquake and tsunami. This new site offers a lot of support for nonprofits that qualify. The resources include a forum for nonprofits to share information with one another, a series of "case studies on how other nonprofit organizations used Google tools to meet their needs" and ties in to Google Grants that provides free Adword spends to advertise for new donors and supporters. "If you work for a nonprofit, this program provides you with several new benefits. Instead of applying to each Google product individually, you can sign up through a one-stop shop application process.

Upgrade to Google Apps for Nonprofits - Google Apps Help. Google for Nonprofits members are eligible for the free Nonprofit Edition of Google Apps. See below for how to get started. What you'll need: A Google for Nonprofits accountNonprofit organizations that are not schools must be Google for Nonprofits members to qualify for the Nonprofit Edition of Google Apps. If you don't have a Google for Nonprofits account yet, sign up for one before proceeding.A Google Apps accountYou will need to submit an existing Google Apps account to receive the Nonprofit Edition upgrade. View full list When you're ready to proceed, follow these steps to sign up for Google Apps for Nonprofits. Sign in to your Google for Nonprofits account. For nonprofits. For nonprofits. Cloud Storage & Unlimited Online File Storage - Rackspace Cloud Files.

Cloud Files provides online object storage for files and media, delivering them globally at blazing speeds over Akamai's Content Delivery Network (CDN). Store as many files as you want—of any size. Reliable file storage Because Cloud Files replicates your files three times, your users not only get files faster, but more reliably. We know how important availability is to you, so our SLA guarantees it. Fast Akamai CDN Cloud Files uses 219 Akamai edge locations to deliver your files and media rapidly around the globe, so your users and website visitors get content fast—from servers within their region.

That makes Cloud Files great for media hosting. Simple pricing When using Cloud Files, you'll enjoy our simple per-GB pricing. We are Fanatical® If you have questions about how to use Cloud Files, call us anytime. “Cloud Files is backed by a reliable, high-quality CDN. Create a cloud account to get started with Cloud Files. Sign Up Now. Mixing Fonts in a Logo. Mixing fonts inside any design can be a ‘dangerous’ idea. If the fonts are too similar then the viewer will feel confused, but if the fonts are too different then it will make viewer feel multiple emotions that fight against one another. A safer idea is to stick to one font/theme and add a graphic or a few different colors that reinforces the brand’s singular idea.

For brands that have more than one focus, and for designers who are up to the challenge, mixing fonts can be worth the risk. Separate the Idea The two fonts must convey two different ideas. The SuprGlu logo does a great job of using two fonts that are different enough that the text is separated nicely. Knothead Bandanas uses a quiet font that blends well with the graphic for the word “Banadanas”. This logo uses a cute font for the “Tres Bebe” text, but then changes to a more professional font for the word “Photography”. This prototype logo for Cream Productions uses the same technique as Mad Adz for the word “Productions”. Nonprofit Ranking by Social Cause. Top Ten TED Talks for Nonprofit Leaders | StayClassy Blog. At StayClassy we have a unique window into a community of innovative nonprofit leaders. These are people who are out there innovating, inspiring supporters, and creating impact every day of the year, in places all over the world. Drawing on the inspiration we get from seeing their work, we put together our top 10 TED Talks for nonprofit leaders.

Here are 10 videos filled with ideas that will inform, assist, and inspire you as you strive to make a positive impact in the best way you can. 1. Starting a Movement As a nonprofit leader, you’re out to tackle some big issues. 2. Movember is one of the most successful fundraising and awareness campaigns in history. 3. It’s a common perception that people are too lazy, ignorant, or selfish to get out there and affect change – especially members of the younger generations. 4. At the heart of any great movement (or successful fundraising campaign) is effective communication. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Have Favorite TED Talks of Your Own? Comments. Www.window.state.tx.us/taxinfo/taxforms/ap-204.pdf. Using the Foundation Center Directory Online. Statutory Documents Forms Index. Note: Microsoft® Word Viewer or Adobe® Acrobat Reader 6.0 or higher is required for the richly formatted forms included in this section.

Follow these links to download a free Word Viewer and Acrobat Reader. Quickly Locate the Type of Forms by Clicking on one of the Types Below: General Forms Form 2101. Payment Form - Form for use in transmitting credit card, LegalEase, or client account payment information when filing documents by facsimile. (Word, Acrobat) Form 2102. Form 2102-S. Form 2103. Form 2103-S. Form 2201. Form 2204. Form 2206. Form 2207. Form 2208.

Notaries Public FAQs Notary Public Act, Tex. Administrative Rules, 1 Tex. Notice: Random background investigations are performed on notary applicants. Form 2301. Form 2301-E. Form 2301-NB. Form 2302. Form 2303. Form 2304. Form 2305. Form 2305-NB. Service of Process Information FAQs Form 2401. Athlete Agents FAQs Athlete Agents Act, Tex. Administrative Rules, 1 Tex. Form 2501 and related materials. Form 2503. Form 2505 and related materials. Three Examples of Strong Nonprofit Mission Statements. Most of us know someone who tells a great story. For me, that someone is Uncle Bruce. His stories hook everyone within 5 seconds; by that time we’re dying to know just how he kneaded 10 pounds of schnitzbrot (a German Christmas bread) after accidentally quadrupling the yeast.

Without his skilled storytelling, the imagery of his 300 pound self kneading a whopping dollop of dough wouldn’t be nearly as entertaining. Your nonprofit mission statement needs to tell a story as well as my Uncle Bruce. While the mission statement itself should only be one or two sentences, more and more nonprofits are pairing their abbreviated mission statements with a longer explanation of their origin, cause and future goals. The nonprofits doing the best job with these paired nonprofit mission statements don’t use the extended version as an opportunity to give us painstaking detail. They take the opportunity to tell their story. TOMS Shoes charity: water Make-A-Wish. Three Examples of Strong Nonprofit Mission Statements. The Inside Scoop on Operating a US Nonprofit in Africa.

16231259_2.DOC. How to Start a Nonprofit. One of the most common questions we hear at the Council of Nonprofits is "How do I start my own nonprofit? " By following the steps below, we hope that many of your questions will be answered. These resources are certainly no substitute for legal advice from an attorney familiar with the law of tax-exempt organizations in your state. Many state associations of nonprofits offer workshops on this topic or have published guidance either on their website or in booklet form to help founders of nonprofit organizations with basic start-up issues. While we offer the resources here for informational purposes, we highly recommend also consulting with legal counsel to ensure that you are in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing the establishment and operations of a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization.

Step 1: Research Before starting a nonprofit, it is critical to examine the need for another nonprofit. Step 2: Key Questions to Ask Before Getting Started. Checklist_to_start_a_nonprofit.sflb. Starting a nonprofit. Start a Non-Profit Organization" It's Monday. Your alarm clock goes off. You don't want to get out of bed. It's the same story in the shower, in the car and in your office lobby. As the elevator doors ping open, your eyes land on the cubicle farm you've been working in for as long as you can remember. Starting your own nonprofit organization may be the perfect way to be your own boss without facing the trials and tribulations of a traditional for-profit company.

The key to calling your group a nonprofit organization is quite simple -- don't make a profit. In this article, we'll discuss the requirements for starting and maintaining a nonprofit organization, fundraising ideas to help your project thrive and available grants for the nonprofit sector. Nonprofit Organizations. Nonprofit Corporations: Not all non-profit organizations are filed with the Secretary of State. Many, but not all, non-profit organizations choose to incorporate. A nonprofit corporation is created by filing a certificate of formation with the secretary of state in accordance with the Texas Business Organizations Code ("BOC"). "Nonprofit corporation" means a corporation no part of the income of which is distributable to members, directors, or officers [BOC, Section 22.001(5)].

A nonprofit corporation may be created for any lawful purpose, or purposes permitted by the BOC. Not all nonprofit corporations are entitled to exemption from state or federal taxes. Unincorporated Nonprofit Associations: Section 252.001 of the BOC defines an unincorporated nonprofit association as an unincorporated organization consisting of three or more members joined by mutual consent for a common, nonprofit purpose.

Tax Issues for Nonprofits Texas Nonprofit Resources. 40 of the Best Websites of Non-Profit Organizations. Budget limitations are common with non-profit and charitable organizations. As a result, organizations often compromise on the need for an effective and attractive website. However, the websites shown here represent some of the most well-designed websites of non-profits. These organizations prove that non-profits can have great websites, and we hope it serves as inspiration for your own work. Those organizations that put a priority on the website can have see benefits like increased donations, better involvement from members and supporters, increased visibility and awareness for their cause, and improved promotion for organization events.

All of these things can make it worth the time, effort, and cost to create an effective and attractive website. Looking for hosting? Guide to the Nonprofit Organisations (NPO) Act. Background Generally, it is acknowledged that organised citizenry or civil society is essential for democracy and development.

The common characteristic of the vast array of organisations which make up civil society is that they are private organisations, that is, they do not form part of government. Broadly speaking, civil society organisations can be categorised into: organisations set up for the personal profit or gain of their members, that is for commercial purposes. Sometimes these organisations are called for-profit organisations; and organisations that are not set up primarily for the personal gain or profit of their members but rather to advance the public interest or some common interest of their members.

These organisations are sometimes called non-governmental organisations (NGOs) or non- profit organisations (NPOs). From a constitutional perspective, the new South African constitution guarantees everyone the right to freedom of association. Introduction Objects of the Act. Legal Structures commonly used by Non-Profit Organisations. What is in this guide? What is in this guide? Civil society is essential for democracy and development An organised, vibrant civil society is essential for participatory democracy and development.

There are many different kinds of civil society organisations: some are set up to make a profit for their members, others are not for profit but to provide some form of service or benefit to their members or the public. What all civil society organisations have in common is that they are not part of government. The new South African constitution (Constitution of the Republic of South Africa Act 108 of 1996) guarantees everyone the right to freedom of association. This means that you have the right to associate with other people and form organisations. South Africa, like other countries, has a legal framework for civil society organisations. It enables civil society organisations to establish themselves as legal structures. Focus on NPOs Similarities Both NPOs and for-profit organisations are: Trusts.

Tax Information for Other Non-Profits. Start a 501c3 Nonprofit Organization. Non profit 5. Orgnaizing document for 501(c)3. Applying for Tax Exempt. Life Cycle of a Public Charity. Guidelines to Texas Tax Exemptions (96-1045) Why_choose_one. Nonprofit Organizations FAQs. How to Develop a Charter & Bylaws for a New Organization. 205_boc. SOSDirect - An Online Business Service from the Office of the Secretary of State. FREE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION NON PROFIT TEMPLATE. Articles Of Association Template Non Profit - Free DOC downloads. PROPERTY CODE  CHAPTER 112. CREATION, VALIDITY, MODIFICATION, AND TERMINATION OF TRUSTS. LLC Articles of Organization - Free LLC form for filing. Sample%20By-laws%20for%20a%20Nonprofit. 202_boc.doc. Texas Attorney General. Form 1023 (Rev. June 2006) Federal EIN Application - Federal Employer Identification Number Filing Made Easy Online Instantly. Ten Nonprofit Funding Models.

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