My Nonprofit Reviews
gala62
Review for Order Of The Red Grail Inc, Winston-salem, NC, USA
This religious organization (interfaith and non-denominational) runs Books for Soldiers which is an amazing service for our Armed Services. http://booksforsoldiers.com/
I first heard of this group through the Parade Magazine insert in my Sunday paper (Providence Journal). They were listed as a good charity to donate to soldiers through. They are registered as a 501 (c)(3).
Once you register as a donor, you are able to access the requests submitted by service men and women. Each branch is a separate page, so if you want to target the Army or the Marines, you can do so.
No administration fees are required (although they do gratefully accept small donations for the operation of the website). You are sending packages directly to the service person. Items requested range from books (of course!) to dvd's, personal care and snacks. Requests are especially heavy during the holidays, particularly Christmas/Hanukkah.
I love this program as it allows me to connect directly with the service people and send them items they really need and want.
Oh, for anyone who is concerned - religious material is not allowed to be sent (unless specifically requested). Also, no home baked items or "adult" material.
I highly recommend this program as a great way to help out our service people.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Update the website - it is cluttered and somewhat difficult to navigate.
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?
A lot
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2014
Review for Heifer Project International, Inc., Little Rock, AR, USA
I have been donating to Heifer for several years now. I generally only donate to local charities, but when I first heard of Heifer, I researched them and found that I really agreed with their approach - help each community to become self-sufficient. It is a practical approach that I believe in.
My main complaints/concerns are similar to ones already mentioned. When I make a donation, don't acknowledge it with another appeal for money. Also, reduce the number of appeals. Thankfully, I have not been contacted by phone. That would be a huge issue for me.
I fully plan to continue my modest donations. They help out the poorest people live a better life.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Reduce number of appeals sent out.
Was your donation impactful?
Definitely
How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
Definitely
How likely are you to donate to this group again?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2013
