As crucial as it is for nonprofits to build up a web presence and social media, it's important to remember sometimes we prefer speaking to you via the phone. Maintaining an organizational phone line helps with member support, development and media-related conversations. Having developed a website already, here's another way Buddy Cruise Inc. stayed connected virtually.
Buddy Cruise Inc. is a nonprofit that provides educational opportunities and resources for families while promoting awareness, acceptance, inclusion and advancement for individuals with Down syndrome. Our events are a forum for prominent educational speakers to address a wide range of Down syndrome and disability-related topics.
Buddy Cruise is unique because we not only give families the opportunity to gain information through educational workshops & events, but they are able to network with other families from across the globe that are in similar situations and form lasting bonds. All of this is done on a cruise ship allowing for inclusive opportunities throughout the ship and in the various ports of call. Families who otherwise have a very hard time finding a scenario to meet all family members’ needs are accommodated with a variety of activities for all ages and abilities.
When not cruising, the nonprofit is involved with awareness events and The Special Olympic Young Athletes Program. This is a program geared towards 2 to 7 year-olds with intellectual disabilities and their peers, designed to introduce them to the world of sports. It helps them to improve physically, cognitively and socially while preparing children to graduate to official Special Olympics training and competition when they turn 8 years old.
Through Grassroots.org's Toolbox, we are currently utilizing the virtual office resource. It has really made a world of difference, allowing us to communicate more effectively with the families we serve. We even were able to customize a phone number for our organization (1-877-BDY-CRUZ). Because of the nature of our organization we are always on the go, attending conferences, taking part or hosting awareness events or off cruising across the ocean. Thanks to Grassroots.org, we never have to miss a call! With this service we can have the calls routed directly to us wherever we may be, including cell phones and even our email. It is an amazing service we would not have known about if it had not been for Grassroots.org. Thank you for your support, Grassroots.org!
Visit the Buddy Cruise website for more information!
Pamela Arnoldson
Director, Buddy Cruise
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