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Even when someone has all the money and resources, it takes something special to be remembered and gain loyal followers. Last weekend, thanks to one of our senior executives, Kevin, I came across a video that explains why. It’s not specifically related to starting a nonprofit, or a business, but has everything to do with your success no matter what your passion is. The video was shared with me on TED and felt I had to share it with our followers, especially since we have so many small businesses and nonprofit organizations alike that read our blog. Read more
Talk to a few entrepreneurs in St. Louis, and you’ll hear plenty of stories about how tough it is to get funding here. Now, a group of St. Louisans is trying to change that, and not through the usual channels of raising an investment fund or seeking a government subsidy. Instead, they’re setting up a charity for entrepreneurs. It’s called Arch Grants, and the plan is to hold a competition and award up to $50,000 to as many as 30 promising businesses. The grants would be outright gifts, not loans or investments. The group’s website says it has 501(c)3 status with the Internal Revenue Service, which means contributions are eligible for a tax deduction. Read more
Are you looking for some free advertising for your cause? Google will give you $10,000 if you qualify for their grant program. To be eligible to enroll into the Google Grants program, you must first apply through Google for Nonprofits. Organizations must meet the Google for Nonprofits legal and policy guidelines and be headquartered in a country where Grants currently operates. Read more
The American Businessperson
Business Donates to Charity and Gains More Clients
October 5, 2011
CEO Jeff Shea and Senior Account Executive Jake Siebert with, “Payline Data,” tell how they consult with business owners on ways they can save money on their credit card processing fees. Payline began operating in 2009 with a desire to enable business owners to cut costs and create a recurring giving program for non-profits. Payline came up with something simple: provide a common business service and donate a portion of their fees to the charity of each client's choice. Passion is the driving force behind Payline. As entrepreneurs, they've discovered a way to do well for themselves while doing great good for others!