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03/08/2005 12:59:26 PM · #26
Originally posted by utro:

Like this? Born into Brothels


I had seen that the documentary had won an award (one of the filmmakers graduated from the University of Rhode Island, so it was a big deal to us here in lil' rhody! hehe) But I had not read up on their project... very interesting, I'm going to have to look into it more in depth (when I'm not at work, hehe)

Deb
03/08/2005 12:59:46 PM · #27
encourage personal growth and confidence building through the art of photography.
03/08/2005 01:02:55 PM · #28
To provide photographic equipment to artists in need.
03/08/2005 01:03:13 PM · #29
Originally posted by nshapiro:

How about we group brainstorm a mission statement.

For example, I'll start with the sentence:

The foundation shall collect funds and equipment to:

- Provide cameras and funding to programs in need focused on teaching and encouraging photography

Add your own bullets, and then we'll have lots to choose from. Not all will be selected (and I don't even know exactly who is doing the selection.)

I think we need to understand and agree on the scope and purpose of the foundation before taking any time-consuming steps.


Agreed. I will work on something later. Right now I am at work and must do work things (I guess that is why they pay me) I have already PM'ed Dave and would love to be included (on the board or whatever) in all the things that happen with this. I don't have any expertise in anything you would need unless it involves making rubber for rollers in a printing press. But I can write people and try to get sponsers to help with donations.
03/08/2005 01:05:44 PM · #30
I have worked on a couple of small non-profit boards for charity and for scholarships and the like. I'm willing to help out here but it seems to me that the mission needs to be well defined first. What exactly are we going to do? These things tend to get pretty unwieldy if left to just evolve. Everyone has different expectations for what they want to see helped by the charity and before you know it the volunteer help is spread to thin.

I would suggest that because this started with the need Lisa presented then maybe we should start there and keep it simple and small. If successful then there would be potential to expand it later. The outpouring came from a fellow DPC member in need. That is where the closest emotion will be for the most members. An on-line Board could evaluate need for membership dues help and camera and equipment help on a case by case basis. Of course this would happen after developing some simple application for aid procedures, etc. It is likely that these requests would come from members who know other members or potential members who have the need.

Anyway, that is my two cents worth. Let me know if I can help.

edit: spelling and I see that a mission is now being formulated. But I still think we need to start with it simple and tied to DPC.

Message edited by author 2005-03-08 13:10:01.
03/08/2005 01:19:15 PM · #31
We are all photography enthusiasts and we would like to help people who would otherwise lack the funds to purchase a camera.

So this organisation that has been proposed would collect funds from donations, fund raisers etc and then channel them into initiatives such as the one that rex07734 is involved with AND use them to give individuals, who wish to participate at dpchallenge, cameras.

I think an important question arises in the last phrase: which individuals qualify? Can anyone ask for help? Or do they have to participate at this website? That is a desicion that the board will eventually have to make. We have to understand that we can never help everyone and so, perhaps, we should make the requirements stringent at first. Then if we have more money or people identify a wider need that we can fill, we can increase the scope of the project.

With iniatives like the one to help those abused kids the decision is easier and we can easily see what is being done there, examples of the kid's work etc.

I'm sorry if this is starting to sound clinical but if this is a serious project we have to be very clear as to what we are trying to achieve.

The suggestions above are simply a starting point so please add to them, argue with them, whatever. Not that I need to give you guys permission to do that :-).

EDIT: and then jbsmithana said it all above.

Message edited by author 2005-03-08 13:21:24.
03/08/2005 01:21:42 PM · #32
I would encourage those who will be making these decisions to try to keep the focus of the project as narrow as possible in the beginning. Already, there have been a number of possible avenues suggested, and the ideas will come fast and furious as things get rolling. The scope can always be expanded, but it will be really hard to make it work if you try to do too much, especially since the participants are likely to be quite spread out geographically. A clear goal, right from the beginning, is going to be important.
03/08/2005 01:25:39 PM · #33
I agree with all the keep it small sentiments above. It's important to keep the project viable.
03/08/2005 01:28:42 PM · #34
If you want to keep it DPC related to begin with, perhaps they would serve up the webpages for us. Heck, they already have the space so what's the harm?
03/08/2005 01:30:02 PM · #35
Originally posted by mhommel:

If you want to keep it DPC related to begin with, perhaps they would serve up the webpages for us. Heck, they already have the space so what's the harm?


Another row under Community, perhaps?
03/08/2005 01:30:45 PM · #36
They could call it financial aid maybe?
03/08/2005 01:32:20 PM · #37
Maybe to keep up with the person's work that gets our help we can just get the admins to agree to a multiple person profile. Like the kids I will be helping. Their is one profile I know of that is similar to this and then we only have to pay for one membership.
03/08/2005 01:32:46 PM · #38
We're not out to save the world here. Just the photographers!! lol
I think it's important to determin our boundries first. By operating within the DPC community alone, we can build the fundemental core of the foundation. Then, and only then, when we have proven our worth do we look outside the community for other opportunities.
Dave.
03/08/2005 01:36:16 PM · #39
I'll pitch in, in any way possible...I'm an engineer(soon to be an ex-student) and I do some web designing and maintainenece for one of the departments in my school. So I could probably help out with that...And in any other way possible. Please let me know.

03/08/2005 01:49:19 PM · #40
Sounds like a great idea to me. I'd love to get involved in any way needed. I agree that the first step is the construction of a business plan and mission statement, absolute necessities for any venture. However, I disagree that it should be kept with the DPC community. I believe it is, and should be, a separate entity, especially if established as a non-profit organization. The most difficult aspect to me seems to be the selection process. Are these people going to have to prove that they are in need? There is certainly a lot to think about and a lot to be done. If there is more organization and communication going on behind the scenes among those that are really interested, please PM me, put me on board, and keep me updated.

edit: oh yeah... I can't believe I forgot to include this! I can relate to this because my camera just broke during a shoot with scalvert on sunday and I currently lack the means to purchase a new one. I wouldn't classify myself as needy however, and would be uncomfortable taking donations. I didn't even take up scalvert's offer to borrow his G5. :) I probably won't be entering any challenges for a while, but I'll stick around to check out everyone else's great work.

Message edited by author 2005-03-08 13:52:55.
03/08/2005 02:36:54 PM · #41
The response to this has been great!! I encourage everyone to keep posting their ideas and suggestions. There is some communication going on behind the scenes, and I just wanted to let everyone know that there are some committed people who really want this to work so keep the ideas coming!!
Dave.

03/08/2005 02:53:51 PM · #42
I have set up a temporary PHP message board where we can continue this conversation....it's hosted on the site of my production company, so forgive the mess. ;-)

//www.beamishboyproductions.com/phpBB2/phpBB2/

You'll need to register, and feel free to suggest forum and category topics that we'll need to add.
03/08/2005 02:56:33 PM · #43
I think this is an amazing idea, this could really go a long ways. From donating cameras, all the way to donating money to something like school photography programs. I think it's great that this community is so open to helping others.

If there is anything I can do to help this project let me know, I am very excited about this. I was originally a graphic designer (like many others here I'm sure) so if that helps the cause at all let me know.

-Mike

email: ratajczak546@hotmail.com

03/08/2005 02:59:02 PM · #44
Originally posted by daveit:

The response to this has been great!! I encourage everyone to keep posting their ideas and suggestions. There is some communication going on behind the scenes, and I just wanted to let everyone know that there are some committed people who really want this to work so keep the ideas coming!!
Dave.


I've pm'd you Dave. I'm 100% behind this.

Robt.
03/08/2005 03:06:44 PM · #45
hey guys I have a camera I don't use anymore that I would send to someone who needed/wanted it. Its not very nice at all and it is a few years old but I figure having a camera in general is better than not having one at all...

Message edited by author 2005-03-08 15:12:27.
03/08/2005 03:57:40 PM · #46
Thanks to Stephen for setting up the message board. I encourage everyone to check it out and leave your comments! WE CAN DO THIS!
Dave.
03/08/2005 04:05:58 PM · #47
Probably I'm repeating what has been said elsewhere. Still this is my two cents: I'd like to see this fledgling foundation stay within the boundries of DPC as far as membership and control goes, but assist whoever needs help with

1. Memberships in DPC as needed
2. Scholarships for photographers to accredited photography schools and workshops.
3. Equipment for aspiring photographers who need it.

Alice
03/08/2005 04:26:18 PM · #48
I try to activate my account and I get.

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The requested URL /phpBB2/profile.php was not found on this server.

Additionally, a 404 Not Found error was encountered while trying to use an ErrorDocument to handle the request.
Apache/1.3.33 Server at www.beamishboyproductions.com Port 80
03/08/2005 04:42:16 PM · #49
Me too. Registration isn't working.
03/08/2005 04:45:47 PM · #50
I would like to support the cause of collecting some money to buy cameras for the disadvantaged and disabled children.

I regret that with running my own business I am unable to donate my time but I would be happy to donate a little money.

If a way appears for me to do that please post to let us know.

John
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