ReSource launches nonprofit Member Makeover Contest

ReSource, a local organization that strengthens nonprofits by distributing “corporate surplus” like office supplies and furniture, just launched its inaugural Member Makeover Contest.
 
The winner will receive a renovation of an indoor space that is utilized to support its overall mission.
 
Last year, ReSource initiated a Member Makeover Program, in which the Lower Price Hill Community School and the YWCA House of Peace Shelter received makeovers, but this year, ReSource wants to engage the public.
 
“Collaboration’s kind of the name of the game in nonprofit now, and we love the idea,” says Martha Steier, development director at ReSource. “We decided to put it in a contest so the public can vote on it, and we’ve gotten a lot of interest from volunteers—some interior designers, DAAP students from UC willing to come out and be a work crew—so based on the response of volunteers and our members, we’ll use the time, talent and treasure that comes along to the max.”
 
Since ReSource functions as a business-to-business operation, Steier says the general public isn’t always aware of its efforts to assist member nonprofits, but a makeover is something she says is fun and that has the ability to engage anyone.
 
“Whether you have to do one in your own home or own office, or if you’re an HGTV junkie, you might appreciate the fact that nonprofits need makeovers,” Steier says. “So we’re looking at it as a benefit of membership. And nonprofits don’t get to treat themselves to a fresh start or upgrade, so we feel like this will be a wonderful way to get the word out about ReSource so we can all support the nonprofit community better.” 

Do Good:

• If you're a nonprofit member, register for the contest by March 14. Keep an eye on the website, as voting opens March 24.

• If you're not a nonprofit member, sign up by March 14, and then register for the contest.

• Support ReSource by donating or engaging in corporate sponsorships.

By Brittany York

Brittany York is a professor of English composition at the University of Cincinnati and a project manager for Charitable Words. She also edits the For Good section of SoapboxMedia.