A Path Appears

[Emily]

This book is about research that has been conducted concerning non-profits as well as organizations that seek to better the surrounding community and world. There are no main characters, but steps in identifying the best way to give back based on your concerns. This is the first time I have tried reading a book of this type, but so far I have found it quite interesting. I believe that the personal stories of how these programs have had an effect has made a difference in my continuation in reading this book.

[Emily]

I have since read some more of this book and it actually brings up some valid points regarding non-profit organizations. The authors talk about how much money that is donated to these organizations actually don't go to the people they say they are helping, but mainly to operating expenses such as buildings, employees, and promotional materials. They also said that in the first year of operation, it takes a $1.47 for every dollar they fund raise to cover their expenses. They also talked about mega-churches that are doing volunteer work in their community and overseas and how successful these have become. These don't require any sort of mass fundraising, but the generosity of the church. They mention that they have participated in feeding the hungry, housing the homeless, and helping developing countries overseas advance in their lifestyles.