OCEAN RIVER INSTITUTE INC
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ORI is a wonderful, wonderful hands on, grass roots level community organinzing ecological positive action agency. I am so very grateful for the work they have done to help preserve the beauty and health of the Westfield River (which is one that my fmaily and I have lived near or kayaked on many many times). In partcular their work to help the spawining salmon is outstanding. Frankly, their campaigns are all well-chosen adn meritorious, and they keep you posted.
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If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
restore America's rivers to great health, natural utility and pristine beauty, and be a catlyst to help the world do the same.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
ORI partners with other non-profits to support them both financially and with promotion efforts and I find that refreshing and unique. They really understand that we are all working towards important causes and doing so together can result in a bigger better outcome.I have been volunteering with the Ocean River Institute since October 2009. I first worked with them at a 350 event in Boston, and continue to volunteer with them about once a week. I have edited e-alerts, learned about ocean issues, attended a partnership meeting, made phone calls, learned EMMA (e-mail marketing program), helped with social media tools and had a lot of fun. I support ORI through volunteer work because I love volunteering, care greatly about the environment and water issues effecting the environment, and have a passion for learning. I praise the efforts of this great VERY SMALL non-profit group and always wish them the best of luck!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
seeing the feedback of e-alert campaigns, and knowing that there are a lot of people who care about the ocean issues that ORI is tackling.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
help them hire more staff so they could do more.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
their passion for helping create change in policy and educating the public about important issues.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
very kind, caring, passionate people.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
save the oceans, clean up the oil spills, change ocean policy, help the environment!
Ways to make it better...
they could hire me =). No, I'm kidding, it's a really great organization and I can't think of what they could do better.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
lack of funds, small staff, maybe thinking too globally...?
One thing I'd also say is that...
the oceans and waters of earth really need our help! Reduce reuse recycle and rethink (upcycle!)
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Beiing introduced to Rob Moir from ocean River Institute was nothing short of a miracle. Immediately ORI took the burden off the fund raisers in the British Virgin Islands in our ongoing Court case to protect Beef Island from development. ORI stepped in to get a petition from concerned individuals, they assisted in raising funding and liasing with funders so that donations could be tax deductible. They also raised awareness of the case internationally. ORI continues to be there to give support of environmental issues facing the British Virgins. They are exactly what small NOG's need when they dont have the capacity to write for grant funding or simply the time to write for grant funding.
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If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
really assist small NGO environmental organizations in small Caribbean islands.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I work in rural community development and know first hand how crucial an intermediary nonprofit role can be in helping to strengthen grassroots efforts and build the capacity of smaller community-based organizations to effectively achieve their goals. Ocean River Institute is a perfect example of a nonprofit with a national scope and a timely mission that adds value to numerous local nonprofits working on local and regional environmental issues. As a volunteer I have observed and continue to observe a model of service delivery that is well worth supporting.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
passionate, intelligent and committed to the mission
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
ORI was instrumental at helping to organize fund-raising, international petitions and strategies in raising awarenenss about a crucial development in the BVI which would jeopardize a fisheries protected area. The case eventually went to court and we won. couldn't have done it without the tireless efforts of ORI, who continues to raise awareness in protecting the territory. The staff was sensitive and observant, guiding where needed and let others shine, a rare skill. ORI is approachable, sharp, well-connected and experienced. I will work with them again in a moment's notice.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
sparking local people to protect their own environment and to watch how ORI handles inquiries and ideas in a positive manner. ORI is greatly respected in the BVI.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
what I learn.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the breath of knowledge and experience as well as political savy the director brings to every meeting. He never leaves a stone unturned while maintaining humor and inclusiveness.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
very smart, dedicated, broad-thinking, educated, fun and willing.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
it probably would help organize other smaller groups into a larger network while educating along the way. It would set up a user-friendly framework encouraging inclusion and action. It could expand their radio/ web program about the environs.
Ways to make it better...
we had more time.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
as usual, financial. It does a great job sounding like thousands, when it is a dedicated few. I would say publicity. Their broadcasting and issues are enlightening and important today.
One thing I'd also say is that...
ORI fills a niche which helps smaller non-profits fullfill their goals with wisdom and guidance, great energy and ideas. They need to expand for the hundreds of other issues assaulting the world. They would definitely be an asset.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
OCI is a dedicated organization to preserving and protecting our natural wetlands, oceans and other vital resources of earth. It has helped me learn how I too can help in my own way. Even one can make a difference, think of what many are possible of. Thank you OCI
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
how I live my life and care for the earth and what a magnificent planet it is and how worthy a goal it is to take care of being part in.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Focus more on the Great Lakes and what a huge natural world wide wonder it is. How we should all be concerned with its health, and treat it as we do any other national wonder.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Watching positive changes being made.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Were kind,caring and passionate about their work.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Clean up so much pollution and try to get the attention of so many more people so they might learn to care too.
Ways to make it better...
It focused on what individuals could do that are small and non costly but still make a difference.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
Getting people to realize without clean healthy water life can not exist for any of us.
One thing I'd also say is that...
Without organizations such as this our planet is doomed. We may effectively destroy it to such a point as to not only make it unlivable for other species but our selves. Which should ultimately be the selfish reason we should take care of our waters.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I am so impressed with how the employees of ORI are committed to the environment! They really love what they do, & it shows!
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
interacting with the employees at ORI.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
friendly and very professional.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
make the world a much better place!
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
My experience is in ecological assessments and restoration, especially of endangered species. Most notably, stout iguana, red-legged tortoise, greater flamingo, and white-crowned pigeon. See my 2005 book: Island, Fact and theory in Nature (U. Cal. Berkeley).
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
efforts to protect mangrove swamp, salt ponds, and other natural habitats in the British Virgin Islands.
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
ORI is an institute that I am proud to associate myself with . Their work is tireless, and selfless. TRhay really know how to pinch a penny to get as much good work done as possible.:)
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
making sure my own hometown waterways, vernal pools, brooks, etc are clean, and by learning about and then eredicating non-native invasive species on my property.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
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Ways to make it better...
If there were morem members closer to me...
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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