September 3, 2011
I used to be a donor and volunteer for Stand for Children. That was at a time when it was actually striving to be a grassroots organization in Oregon. In 2006, I protested to leadership when SFC decided to create this 501(c)4. I knew that these political activities would outstrip the 501(c)3 and the mission of the organization would be distorted by the wealthy elite. I am struck by the only "news" you have on this organization is a puff piece coming from Colorado.
So let me give you a couple other links to add to the news.
http://www.portlandtribune.com/news/story.php?story_id=131105508519296400
http://www.substancenews.net/articles.php?page=1948
http://parentsacrossamerica.org/2011/07/jonah-edelman-on-outfoxing-teachers-unions-transcribed-remarks/
I would give this organization 0 stars if I could. With the help of an oligarchy, it (with Jonah Edelman as leader) is out to destroy public schools--and with that, will go our democracy.
Kris Alman
So let me give you a couple other links to add to the news.
http://www.portlandtribune.com/news/story.php?story_id=131105508519296400
http://www.substancenews.net/articles.php?page=1948
http://parentsacrossamerica.org/2011/07/jonah-edelman-on-outfoxing-teachers-unions-transcribed-remarks/
I would give this organization 0 stars if I could. With the help of an oligarchy, it (with Jonah Edelman as leader) is out to destroy public schools--and with that, will go our democracy.
Kris Alman
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Seeing how this organization has negatively affected Oregon education politics. High-stakes teaching to the test is bad for all kids who are impacted by Edelman's reach. And when he boasts of how he clubbed teachers in Illinois behind their back, the reality just sinks in.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Eliminate the 501(c)4 and PAC and get back to the grassroots.
More feedback
Would you volunteer for this group again?
No
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
None
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Badly
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
No
Did your volunteer experience have an effect on you? (teaching you a new skill, or introducing new friends, etc.)
I have met other incredible people who became Stand for Children leaders and left the organization, disillusioned with Jonah Edelman's leadership. We are a new committed group of citizen activists who will now use our voice to advocate for public schools despite Mr. Edelman.
How did this volunteer experience make you feel?
I felt unworthy and unappreciated unless I towed their party line. I had absolutely no voice.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2006
MY ROLE:
Volunteer & I worked as a volunteer leader in Oregon at high levels 2004 until 2006.