Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Idea Napkin No. 1 (Week 6)


1) I am a second-year PR major in the Innovation Academy at UF. Through internships and educational opportunities, I have gained experience with volunteer management and community engagement. It would be exciting to apply these skills towards creating an online database/ networking forum that allows people to connect and unite in support of the causes/projects/organizations they are most passionate about. My life would definitely head in a direction I had not previously considered if I were to bring my idea to life.

2) I am offering to customers the opportunity to connect and find volunteer opportunities and ways to get involved and make a difference in the world. The online database/ networking forum I plan to create will allow people connect individually within their local community, as well as with representatives from national and international organizations.

3) This resource will be available to anyone with internet access and a desire to make a difference in the world. I believe everyone has some ability to contribute in a positive way, so anyone, from any demographic, will be able to use it.

4) I think people often want to get involved, but they don't always know where to start or don't feel like they can make much of an impact on their own. This service will encourage people to unite in support of the causes and projects they are passionate about. It will also make it easier for them to find ways to get involved by allowing them to determine the best way to apply their specific skill set to a particular cause/project/organization in order to have maximum impact and do the most good.

5) I am extremely organized, proactive, and self-motivated. I also have an innate desire to do good, and I am passionate about supporting the causes that I feel are most important.
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3 comments:

  1. UnknownFebruary 15, 2016 at 5:07 PM

    Hi Isabelle,

    I think this is a great opportunity to explore! I have volunteered and fundraised for the Heifer International project several years ago. These programs are very helpful with getting people involved without in simple ways from their home or community. Great post, here's the link to my first napkin idea if you'd like to check it out:

    http://gregneatrours.blogspot.com/2016/02/idea-napkin-no-1.html

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  2. UnknownFebruary 16, 2016 at 10:01 AM

    I really like this idea. There are many websites already that do this for internships and jobs, but I have never really found a volunteer or involvement one before. This is a really good idea that I think people would use. If you include clubs and organizations in the communities as well as volunteering, you'd be able to reach larger population. There should be a way on the site to also filter by category of the type of volunteering or involvement they want to be in as well so it makes it easier for people to search for what they want to do. You can see my blog post at: http://saraheverts.blogspot.com/2016/02/idea-napkin-no-1.html

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  3. UnknownFebruary 18, 2016 at 8:39 PM

    Hello Isa,
    I think your idea is amazing! You are seeking to connect people through an online platform and that is always exciting! It gives people the opportunity to connect with others that they might not have the ability to connect with in person. People all over the nation have a desire to reach others and help in anyway possible. To have an online forum where these individuals and unite, create plans, and share volunteer opportunities is amazing! Overall you were concise and clear in your idea and you not only stated who you were and what experience you have but you also created a vision for others to clearly see what you were looking to create. Awesome job Isa! If you want to check out my idea I have attached a link below: http://corallynnevans.blogspot.com/2016/02/napkin-idea-no-1.html

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