Nonprofit Selection Process for 2010

We are currently looking for local nonprofits that are interested in partnering with GoodSpark for phase one of our We Connect program. Please keep in mind that phase one focuses specifically on providing IT related services and solving IT related problems for nonprofits. Organizations without needs in these specific areas will not be considered for phase one.

Steps in the process:

  1. Organizations interested in applying are encouraged to submit a Letter of Interest (LOI) if their programs and mission meets the funding criteria. Please read the funding guidelines to determine if your organization qualifies.
  2. Due to time and capacity constraints, only the top organizations will be asked to participate in the full evaluation process.
  3. Selected organizations will be put through a modified version of our evaluation process.
  4. The evaluation committee will select the five organizations that will be our partner organizations for phase one.

Selection Criteria:

Agencies eligible for this program must:

  • Be a nonprofit agency -- 501(c)3 status
  • Be located and provide services within the seven county metro Denver area
  • Be willing to work with GoodSpark’s volunteer team to help solve the specific problems
  • Have opportunities that allow our volunteers to effectively engage and have an impact with the organization.
  • Be willing to help educate our volunteers and give them rich insight into community issues, the nonprofit sector, giving strategies and philanthropic and civic leadership.

Here is a portrait of the charities we work with:
Small- to medium-sized nonprofits demonstrating entrepreneurial spark that

  • Make a positive difference in multiple ways and are ready to prove it through measurement, transparency and accountability.
  • Empower their beneficiaries instead of treating them as victims.
  • Understand the importance of strong governance, well-planned strategies and tested
    tactics.
  • Are passionate but grounded with good business fundamentals.
  • Are efficient and sustainable business models with diverse funding bases.
  • Are eager to partner with other organizations to amplify their collective impact.

Applicants will have at least 3 of the following 5 program characteristics:

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  2. Two
  3. Three
  4. Four
  5. Five

Thank you for your interest in working with GoodSpark. The 2010 application cycle starts March 15th and will end April 30th. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at .