by Katie | Jun 23, 2015 | How We Work
There’s no denying that online social networks are powerful tools, for non-profits and for our volunteers. And while it may seem like some social networks are mostly about cats, or pictures of food, LinkedIn has a special place in professional networking....
by Geoff | Jun 1, 2015 | How We Work
We’re thrilled to finally launch Spark’s new website into the web-o-sphere. We think it’s a great representation of where our matchmaking service is now, and we hope you like the new look, language, and that you’re inspired to become involved....
by Katie | Oct 22, 2014 | How We Work
It’s true! Since its inception as CEDTAS (Community Economic Development Technical Assistance Service) almost 10 years ago, Spark has leveraged over $1 million dollars in pro bono assistance for Winnipeg’s community organizations. What started as a small...
by Katie | Oct 14, 2014 | How We Work
Fall is traditionally a time to take stock, set new goals, and get back to work and study with renewed energy. In the spirit of furthering our own pro bono education, we’ve been hard at work this fall, studying some of our past matches and building theory. Those...
by Katie | May 24, 2014 | How We Work, Spark in the News
“Winnipeg, and especially its inner city, has often made national headlines related to poverty, gangs, and arson…[however] many Winnipeggers can attest that another, more important and positive – and often unreported – story is happening. I’m...
by Katie | May 12, 2012 | How We Work, Spark in the News
“Many of the volunteering positions offered in the newspaper offer opportunities to meet new people and experience different environments, but few of them offer mentally challenging opportunities. Spark is a Winnipeg project that assigns skilled people to short...
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