My Nonprofit Reviews
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Review for Center for Global Initiatives, Inc, Chicago, IL, USA
I worked closely with Dr. Chris Stout at CGI as an intern. My experience was fulfilling and inspiring. Dr. Stout's model at CGI includes taking on small-scale projects for the betterment of the local populations, and applying each volunteer's strengths for the betterment of the projects; I was able to apply my skills and grow as a young professional while working with him. The organization is run to maximize on-the-ground impact, and all people working for the org do so on a 100% volunteer basis. The biggest barrier to CGI's success is lack of funding. Like many non-profits, CGI struggles for funding (an issue I worked on during my internship): with greater funds, comes the ability to implement more projects.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
The small-project approach to the public health model works. CGI has a great vibe amongst its volunteers, and it is because the projects CGI embarks on are truly making real differences in peoples' lives across the globe. To me, it is an exciting way to change the world.
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I would increase organizational structure, which I believe is only possible with more stable funding. This would allow for more coordinated volunteerism and communications, and ultimately, more project work being implemented.
Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Quite well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
