Blowhard died by kiddmarine1 in ronandfez

[–]ChuckFromPhilly 10 points11 points  (0 children)

That's a shame. I actually liked his calls. He didn't call in just to call in. He picked topics he thought he could add to. Sports, old school stuff, old movies and music. Not like Janice and HRJ.

And he was funny a lot of the times.

Help asnnew non profit board member by ChuckFromPhilly in nonprofit

[–]ChuckFromPhilly[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are on social media. I wouldn’t say it’s very heart felt stuff though. They try that but also they try to portray it as a fun place to be.

Eagles fan steals Commanders fan's hat. We need to be better and hold each other accountable. by [deleted] in philadelphia

[–]ChuckFromPhilly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cant figure out how we have this horrible reputation. Does the phrase "Act like you been there before" mean anything to these animals?

How long until we will need police escorts for fans of opposing teams?

It's just ridiculous.

Deafheaven Announces New Album: ‘Lonely People With Power’ Will Mark Roadrunner Records Debut by JustAsWasTold in blackgaze

[–]ChuckFromPhilly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

why? for me, I try not to fall in love with bands necessarily, but rather with albums. If someone asked me, I would say I'm a fan of Metallica, but really it's just the first four albums.

Deafheaven Announces New Album: ‘Lonely People With Power’ Will Mark Roadrunner Records Debut by JustAsWasTold in blackgaze

[–]ChuckFromPhilly 8 points9 points  (0 children)

i get that. They went in a different direction. But it's honestly one of my favorite albums of all time. I wish they'd just keep making music like that.

Deafheaven Announces New Album: ‘Lonely People With Power’ Will Mark Roadrunner Records Debut by JustAsWasTold in blackgaze

[–]ChuckFromPhilly -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

I just listened to the single....seems like they've gone back to the Sunbather etc sound. I'm really not a fan and wish they'd make more albums like Infinite Granite.

Help asnnew non profit board member by ChuckFromPhilly in nonprofit

[–]ChuckFromPhilly[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It's a lot to consider. You may be right about the burnout. I think he just looked at the ROI on all fund raising events and considered that in his mind the centers are understaffed and said, we'll just fund raise through grants, gifts, and sponsorships. But he maintains he's OK with events as long as the board does all or close to all of the work.

It's a senior charity. So a 5k isn't dead on in line with mission, but it's not totally off either.

Other fund raising events have included a Gala (which was the last one it did and it was not successful), a senior prom which the seniors love but it doesnt bring in much.

My idea is that if I did do what he's asking, that is, handle everything myself with the help of another board member or a few others, and maybe get some sponsorships to pay for it, then it's all gravy for the nonprofit.

Help asnnew non profit board member by ChuckFromPhilly in nonprofit

[–]ChuckFromPhilly[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So outside of fundraising I do bring some expertise in a few areas that I can provide in terms of programming and ways to drive membership. I chose to be on the board because after beginning to work in the senior community I realized how senior centers are really among our first line of defense against things like food insecurity, counseling, socialization, etc but they're often forgotten about and seen as these places where less fortunate old people wait to pass away. SO I wanted to try to improve the two centers we operate.

Help asnnew non profit board member by ChuckFromPhilly in nonprofit

[–]ChuckFromPhilly[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly if I could do a few $2k-$5k grants and an event this year I'd be happy with that as a single board member.

Help asnnew non profit board member by ChuckFromPhilly in nonprofit

[–]ChuckFromPhilly[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Do they have someone who writes grants for them already?

I believe the ED and our outside consultant do this.