Fundraising Resources:
Artsmarketing
Services Inc.
Helps groups, and arts groups in particular, with their fundraising and
marketing programmes.
Association of Fundraising
Professionals
If you want to be able to put the letters CFRE (Certified Fundraising
Executive) after your name, this is the place to become accredited.
They stage conferences and education events that make for great
networking opportunities. You should be able to find a local chapter if
you look for it.
Canada Direct
Database Marketing
Database marketing and direct mail services for non-profits.
Canadian
Fundraiser
One of the best fundraising newsletters in Canada.
Charityvillage
Every fundraiser in Canada knows about this supersite but it's still
the best place to start a non-profit related search.
Fundraising UK
This great site from Britain is well worth a visit if you are looking
for fundraising ideas and articles.
Georgian
College
Offers an online diploma program in fundraising and resource
development.
Humber
College Fundraising and Volunteer Management
Intensive three-semester course in how to conduct fundraising
programmes.
Imagine Canada
Used to be the Canadian Centre for Philanthropy. Provide a variety of
services to non-profits, most notably publishing a Directory to
Foundations and Corporations. Also have offices in Ottawa and Calgary.
Income Manager
Low cost non-profit management software. Free demo available.
In Kind Canada
Coordinates in-kind gifts from government and businesses. So if you
need computers or other used equipment, they might be able to help.
Legacy Leaders Inc.
Helps non-profits set up planned giving programmes.
Navion Financial
Development Systems
One of the largest fundraising consultancy firms in the world, this is
their Toronto office.
RBR Development
Associates Ltd.
A full-service fundraising firm with offices in Toronto and Halifax.
Ryerson
Polytechnic University - Fundraising Management Certifcate
Offered through Ryerson University's Chang School, courses can be
completed through distance education.
Stephen Thomas
Associates
One of Canada's oldest and best know direct marketing firms.
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Sea Kayaking Links:
White Squall
Probably the best place in Ontario to rent a sea kayak, or buy one for
that matter.
Great Lakes Sea
Kayaking Association
The Great Lakes Sea Kayaking Association is a non-profit organization,
founded in 1989, whose aim is to promote and enhance the enjoyment of
coastal kayaking in the Great Lakes area. Be sure to check out the trip
reports section.
Adventures
of a Geo Geek
This is Johanna Wandel's blog and a great place to read about her
adventures, many of which include kayaking around Georgian Bay.
learntokayak.ca
Just what it says. If you need lessons, check them out.
Klepper Folding Kayaks
Kayak in a bag.
Photography:
Jeff Speed
Photography
Jeff is a friend of mine and an excellent professional
photographer.
Other Links:
www.lifehacker.com
Fun site with do it yourself projects like how to make your own speaker
mounts.
Planet Sark
A fun website if you need some creative dream inspiration.
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