fundraising

Fundraising for non-profits such as ProgressiveU comes in many different directions. As you've undoubtedly noticed by now, we have begun stepping up our fundraising efforts here on the site and elsewhere. The majority of our funding comes from donors and sponsors without whom the scholarships would not be possible.  Read More »

Obama has several bits in the news today. One of them is the fundraising tactice of donating 5 dollars or more which earns a chance to go to the convention. Obama considers it not gambling but some in the state government do.  Read More »

Five-year reunions (and other year reunions) are seen as an expensive necessity for almost anyone. There aren’t a lot of people who thrive on seeing those who they didn’t want or need to stay in contact with after their years in school with. But, a lot of people still go. Why?  Read More »

As most of you are by now aware, ProgressiveU is about far more than blogging. While getting those progressive thoughts out there is a vital part of progress, acting on those thoughts is equally as important. With that in mind, we would like to invite you to take part in our newest endeavor.

ProgressiveU will, until further notice, run a national phoneraiser.

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Dining Out for Life is today! This is a yearly event to raise money for HIV/AIDS organizations. Restaurants donate 15-35% of their proceeds to social service organizations in their area for one day only. It is happening in several cities, including Minneapolis, today, and in other cities in the weeks to come. All you have to do is EAT!  Read More »

Summer is way too long. Midway through the summer break, my charges are ready to kill each other. No, scratch that. They are actively trying to kill each other. Brain Drain picks and picks and picks until Middle Child snaps and hits him, then he grins while Middle Child gets sent to his room. I'm on to this, though. Brain Drain goes to his room too.  Read More »

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