So far, 2009 has started with a bang in my house as I have reentered the workforce full time. So, if you are job hunting--don't give up. There are jobs out there; just keep looking.
One of the really cool things about my new position is that I am working for a company that has a lot of relationships with faith-based non-profit organizations. These organizations are looking for help with a number of different endeavors: fund raising, accounting, marketing, tech support--you name it. My company facilitates relationships between these organizations and professionals who want to "give back." So I'm basically going to be playing matchmaker to help make these connections.
An area that I was learning about today seemed like it may be a good fit for stay-at-home moms who are looking to get back to work, but want the flexibility of working out of their homes: grant writing. With our economy struggling as it is right now, nonprofits are going to be competing, more than ever, for grants from foundations, most of which, will be giving out less grant money than they did a year or two ago. Skilled grant writers will be an asset, worth their weight in gold, for any not-for-profit organization.
Dr. Sally Stanton, a writing professional with 25 years experience in non-profits, higher education and business, leads an eight-week course that you can take from home via the Internet. If you are interested, check out the "Grants as you go" website by clicking here.
I think though times are tough, we still need to give back. Whether it's to a not-for-profit cause that you support--the arts or animal welfare, youth groups or even for your children's school, this course could help you learn how to make a difference.
