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Membership & Volunteers Donations
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To make this work effectively, a combination of memberships, coordination committee, donation models can be implemented.
Coordination committee Examples)
NeighbourLink Steering Committee – A coordinator and a small group of active community members and business representatives guiding initiatives
Business & Economic Development Group – Focused on supporting small businesses, and promoting local shopping. Works with the city on zoning, sustainability, and business-friendly policies.
Public Spaces & Events Group – Organizes community markets, street fairs, and cultural events.
Surveys & Polls, Town Halls – Gather input from residents and businesses. Engage our local groups in helping organize events and programs.
Muliple source of income
Memberships
Business Memberships– Businesses featured directory listings, event sponsorships, and promotional networking opportunities and membership tiers
Neighbour Link Memberships – Residents can join as members to receive updates, attend events, and access special perks. Input in community planning, and discounts at local businesses.
Resident Memberships – Free memberships that provide early access to events
Donations: Essential for sustaining and expanding local cultural and innovation initiatives, helping cover program costs, support community events, and build long-term capacity in Old Ottawa South.
Sponsorship & grant Funding
Local Business Sponsorships – Companies sponsor events, community initiatives, or public infrastructure projects.
Grant Applications – Seeking government or nonprofit funding for community-building programs.
Revenue from Membership Fees – Small membership fees or premium access could sustain ongoing activities.
Community Fundraising & Donations – Engaging residents through fundraising campaigns, donation drives, or crowdfunding to support local initiatives.
Make giving easy and cost-effective
We can use Zeffy—a 100% free fundraising platform for nonprofits. Zeffy covers all transaction fees, ensuring that every dollar donated goes directly toward supporting our initiatives.
Through Zeffy, we can support :
Making one-time or recurring online donation
Purchasing tickets for event
Participating in peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns
Becoming a member or renewing your membership
Host an donation auction
An online solution for selling merchandise for support
We can welcome contributions from individuals, businesses, and organizations that share our vision
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