Broad Membership Has Its Privileges



Broad Membership Has Its Privileges

Summary of the case

Service clubs and benevolent societies offer Nonprofit organizations and Nonprofit leaders great opportunities for community and philanthropic partnerships. These entities, which see identifying and responding to community needs as an organizational priority, are filled with members who are well-positioned community leaders, all eager to make a positive difference in their communities. By participating in these organizations, Nonprofit leaders can help educate community members about a Nonprofit's mission and identify new volunteers, donors, and board members. In a sense, the local chapters of many service clubs and benevolent societies serve as local town squares, where members of the business, public, and Nonprofit sectors all come together to form relationships and share ideas.

Although this practice is not illegal, Senator Gonzales had made it clear that he considers it inappropriate. In fact, he has stated publicly that any agency caught doing it will be sanctioned and lose state funding. Juan decides on a plan of action. Tomorrow he will ask his agency's board members to authorize him to invite senator Gonzales to join the broad, figuring that once he is a member, the senator will not only see the value and wisdom of creative fund matching, but will be an even stronger advocate for senior programs in the states. Gonzales has indicated to Juan that he would like to join the broad because it will qualify him for reduced rates by his insurance company.

Discussion Analysis

Is Juan' plan a sound one?

Plan of Juan is sound and can be proven effective because the main funds can be manipulated in a legal process that can help the agency to grow. This growth will help both the agency and the members that are inter-linked to the company.

What could he possibly gain from his planned strategy? What ...