One Brick raises the majority of its operating funds through the grass roots efforts of its local chapters. We also leverage foundations and national organizations to help fund our expansion to new communities. We are proud that we are able to run a large volunteer organization on a very modest budget.
In 2010, we provided over 47,000 hours of service in eight communities on a budget of $155,000. Our primary funding sources are Our Volunteers (41%), Community Events (16%), Business Partnerships (29%), Foundations (3%), Reserve Funds (10%)
Towards the end of the year, Charitable Ventures Foundation agreed to support our expansion to a total of 25 new cities with a four year 2-for-1 matching grant of $214,000. As we work to expand to new cities we expect the percentages above to shift somewhat with business partnerships and foundations covering on a larger portion of the expenses. As our new chapters become established we expect them to be self sustaining. This means that once again grass-roots fund raising (donations from volunteers and community events) will provide the bulk of our financial support.
Over half of One Brick's funding comes from the generosity of our volunteers. We are especially pleased that they not only give their time but also help support our work financially. In 2010, over 300 people made direct donations via our website. They think we're awesome and the feeling is mutual.
Each One Brick chapter hosts regular social events such as Happy Hours, Bowling Tournaments and Board Game nights. For a small admission fee, attendees can mingle, have fun, make new friends and support a great cause (without doing any work)!
US PGA/Prom Catering
Prom Catering provides event services to the US PGA. One Brick partners with Prom to help run US PGA events, providing volunteers in exchange for a donation. One Brick has been working with Prom Catering since 2008.
Oktoberfest by The Bay
Oktoberfest by The Bay is the largest beer festival on the West Coast. One Brick has provided volunteers for the festival in exchange for a donation since 2004.
Bloomspot - Living Life Better
Bloomspot features daily discounted offers to best merchants in your city. Look for upcoming offers including local bike rentals, full salon services, and delicious cuisine. One Brick promotes these opportunities to our members in a number of cities. In return, Bloomspot pays One Brick a commission on the items our volunteers purchase. So far this partnership has raised over $7,000.
Opinions For Good (Op4G)
Op4G's is working to establish membership base that receives cash payments for involvement in a broad range of Internet-based market research activities. They also make a donation of at least 25% of the funs to a members designated non-profit. One Brick promotes Op4G to it's members, these members complete surveys and the member and One Brick both receive a fee.
Charitable Venture Foundation
Charitable Venture Foundation (CVF) combines entrepreneurial savvy with individual responsibility to affect positive change. By funding and supporting small and often short-term programs and projects, CVF is able to help give charitable entities the financial boost necessary to turn creative ideas into real, sustainable solutions.
CVF has been a firm supporter of One Brick since 2004 when they helped fund the launch our 2nd second and third chapters in New York and Chicago. They have recently extended a generous matching grant to help us expand to 25 chapters over the next four years.
Leo Buscaglia Foundation
The mission of the Leo Buscaglia Foundation is to foster the spirit of giving in others by encouraging and nurturing organizations whose goal it is to enhance the spirit of giving, caring and love within their community. The foundation was the first organization to join CVF's matching grant program.
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