My Nonprofit Reviews

I am a long term supporter of The Children's Alopecia Project (CAP), and recently joined the Board of Directors. CAP is a wonderful nationwide/worldwide organization that has positively touched thousands of children, teenagers, and adults that either are directly or indirectly impacted by this condition. As a lifelong person with alopecia, from nearly 5 years old thru adulthood, and father of son with alopecia, I wish that such an organization was available prior to its formation a little over 13 years ago. From startup, the founder of the organization, and surrounding support community of friends, family, volunteers, and businesses have passionately advanced the outreach, education, advocacy, and awareness of this condition to combat the low self esteem and related emotional impacts, particularly in children. CAP is a major positive influence and educational resource for the parents/families of CAP kids who often struggle to cope with their inability to "help with a cure" with their children's daily struggles. The "pin action" positive influences affiliated with CAP programs directly combat all forms of bullying. The network of regional support groups, annual events, fundraisers, and social media outreach is very beneficial. The passion displayed by the leadership through CAP groups has contributed to this unique nonprofit taking it from a local start up to full scale operations. Fundraising is the key to CAP continued success. The growth of the organization is primarily individuals, families friends, and community that is in some way touched by a person/group with alopecia. The great work of CAP is sustainable via this ongoing commitment and support, and the wise use of funds for programs and group activities that have a significant and direct positive impact. As CAP expands and continues with its mission, the need for corporate, foundation, and grant type funding streams will only make a great organization even greater. CAP looks forward to partnering with others that would like to make the future even brighter for CAP kids and families.