Corrections and re-submission

I am currently fixing up my proposal in order to re-submit it.

This experience has been exiting seeing my writing style develop with the assistance of professional correction.

The temple liked the idea that I am writing a grant for them, but found it even more exited to  be able to receive a hard copy of my work recently…(prior to professor editing)

New style

After extensive critiquing, and in some cases straight up bashing of my horrible writing style that lacks all grammatical discipline, I have settled on a new subject. 

This new subject revolves around the Dao temple still so as you all can imagine, I am relieved and maybe happy. 

I will be requesting the necessary funds for the purchase of tree trimming equipment in order to for the temple to keep up with there own grounds upkeep. 

I’m exited to witness my own evolution of ideas finally settle upon a subject that my teachers are willing to allow me to pursue. 

I like gum, candy, and Scandinavian melodic metal.

Proposal writing

I’m currently writing my proposal.  I’m focusing on a completely new topic outside of the Shien Deh temple. This is actually my 3rd topic since I have started this course.  It is  hard and frustrating because Ive spent days on end either working around the temple or attending the temple seminars in order to fully understand the great things the temple and its environment in general has done and is currently doing for people.

I am now doing my best, to turn in something that  is considered relevant and acceptable.

P.S  2:30 am.

Johnson_ Post #5

Mcooper and classmates. The Dao temple claims to have no affiliation with Buddhism or Taoism. Mcooper, I am also familiar with the Tao Te Ching and Lao Tzu, but I am confident that the Shien Deh Temple is not related and if in any way simply exists as a long distant subset of ancient teachings. My focus is to obtain funding for grounds upkeep, more specifically the trimming of the temples gigantic trees which provide shade and comfort for temple visitors.

After the submission of my edited statement of need, I have realized that #1. I dreamt to large and out of the assignments direction when I created my own company to work for. And #2ndly: I dream to small…that is…my request for six hundred dollars for the funding of grounds upkeep is not an “urgent” need….

…I feel as though the individuals who do not believe that tree trimming and beautification of temple grounds is an “urgent” need….obviously have not stepped foot onto…into…or…around a Dao temple. The temple staff as well as myself believe that a well manicured environment (in) and (outside) of the temple is crucial for the preservation of the sanctuary-like atmosphere that these non-religious yet serene environments provide.

MCooper, the temple is supported by “Merit- contributions” and more specifically the personal funds of certain members whom have devoted their entire lifetime to the cultivation while on their own (Dao). “The way” …so in other words, people who attend temple ceremonies do not have the obligation to contribute money to the temple…but if you do, you will have become a “financial supporter”.

I will share more information as I learn more about the organization

Post #4 Follow the Dao

Hello my fellow classmates and world. I found a new nonprofit organization. This one is real this time. I will be re-writing my assignment #1 with the intent to secure financial support for the Shien deh Dao temple of  Florida. I spent 3 days inside and two nights campingoutside of the temple this past weekend. (2-26-10—2-28-10) Not only did I receive the Dao from a man named Mohr Dien Chuan Shr, but I also collected all the data that will enable me to re-write my assignment #1.

regards,

David Johnson

Post #3 complications

Hello everyone! Well though the exclamation mark is a symbol of excitement, I am not exited. I have to re-submit a totally new case statement and letter to an actual (real) nonprofit organization. This shouldn’t be as difficult as it was to completely create my own unique company by way of my imagination.  So now I am looking into writing for a local nonprofit organization in which I have already attended, such as but not limited to: temples, mosques, synogagues, churches.

regards,

David Johnson

Post # 2

I have recently sent my case statement to five local Sarasota philanthropists. In the process of learning how to write a case statement, I realized that there are actually two types of case statements. One being an Internal case statement and the other being an External case statement. <p>

An internal case statement is a comprehensive (5-10) page statement that serves as the foundation of an organizations promotional efforts. An external statement is typically no longer than one page and briefly summarizes 1. mission 2.Goals. 3. Objectives 4. History and 5. Structure 6. Fundraising.

I hope you find this as educating as I did.

Regards,

David Johnson

ENC 4931 Post #1

Hello,

          My name is David Johnson. This is a blog that documents my progress and all of its subsequent experiences while taking Professor Robert’s Senior Seminar for Professional and Technical Writing course at the University of South Florida. I have chosen to proceed through Professor Robert’s course on the nonprofit writing track. I chose this track because it is completely foreign and will prove to be a great learning experience.

         I have found multiple local nonprofit organizations in which to contact. Deciding on which one to pursue was the difficult part. For example, I wanted to volunteer my services to a runaway shelter called Fame Haven in Sarasota Florida. I felt as though the writing process for this runaway shelter would prove to be both rewarding and educational. But regardless of my research into respected nonprofit organizations like Fame Haven, I have chosen to create my own nonprofit organization and develop a professional grant proposal for it. I have chosen this direction because I find it fitting for my career path.(Which I am not sharing)

       My experience in the field of energy has provided me with enough information to begin the writing process . I have already developed a nonprofit organization called (GES) or Global Energy Services. GES is in constant need of funding for ongoing projects throughout the world, but more specifically in eastern Russia and Siberia. This nonprofit organization works to provide free energy to designated energy grids where impoverished citizens dwell. The type of Energy will be discussed in later blogs.

Regards,

David