ASSIGNMENT #3 Purpose: The purpose of this virtual assignment is to think critically about the way the NFP Sector fundraises, handles volunteers, and manages its overhead costs.

Task #1: Review the following articles/videos on FOL (From Week 11 Folder)

Dan Palottas TED talk The Way we think about Charity is Dead Wrong

Volunteer Management: Once More with Meaning

How inordinately low overhead hurts NFPs

Task #2: Review the above articles and complete the questions below. Be sure to reference the articles listed to support your answers. Assignment should be a maximum of 3 pages.

1. What are your thoughts after watching Dan Palottas TED Talk The Way we think about Charity is Dead Wrong? Give some examples from the talk on how you feel his ideas could be utilized in the NFP Sector in London, Ontario. (5 marks)

2. Describe in your own words how NFP could do Volunteerism differently? What improvements could be made? (5 marks)

3. After reading the article How inordinately low overhead hurts non-profits, foundation and communities what are your thoughts and do you feel it is appropriate for donors to expect their donation not to pay for NFPs overhead/administration? (5 marks)