COMMUNITY
OUTREACH
COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY REFERENCES
OUTREACH
HOW TO START A COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM
COMMUNITY OUTREACH IDEAS
COMMUNITY OUTREACH RELATED TOPICS
COMMUNITY OUTREACH PARTNERSHIP
COMMUNITY OUTREACH LINKS
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SECTION 1
COMMUNITY
The word community is derived from the
Latin communitas (meaning the same),
which is in turn derived from communis,
which means "common, public, shared by
all or many".
Communis comes from a combination of the
Latin prefix com- (which means "together")
and the word munis (which has to do with
performing services).
In biological terms, a community is a
group of interacting organisms sharing
an environment.
In human communities,
intent,
belief,
resources,
preferences,
needs,
risks,
and a number of other conditions may be
present and common, affecting the identity
of the participants and their degree of
cohesiveness.
Traditionally in sociology, a "community"
has been defined as a group of interacting
people living in a common location.
The word is thus often used to mean an urban
community. However, the definition of the
word has evolved and been enlarged to mean
individuals who share characteristics,
regardless of their location or type of
interaction. In this sense, "community"
can mean a group of interest or an ethnic
group.
COMMUNITY
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Community
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SECTION 2
COMMUNITY
REFERENCES
COMMUNITY LISTS
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Community_%28disambiguation%29
Commune
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commune
Communication
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Communication
Communities (magazine)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Communities_%28magazine%29
Communion
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Communion_%28disambiguation%29
Community council
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Community_council
Community council (HRM)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Community_council_%28HRM%29
Community (ecology)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Community_%28ecology%29
Community (subnational entity)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Community_%28subnational_entity%29
Community (trade union)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Community_%28trade_union%29
Community (Wales)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Community_%28Wales%29
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Groups of people
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Groups_of_people
Group (sociology)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Group_%28sociology%29
Intentional community
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intentional_community
List of community topics
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_community_topics
Populations of Different
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Population
Residential communityin China
http://en.wikipedia.org/Residential communityin Chinawiki/Residential_community
Species
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Species
Virtual community
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_community
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OUTREACH
Outreach is an activity of providing services to populations who might not otherwise have
access to those services. A key component of outreach is that the groups providing it are
not stationary, but mobile; in other words they are meeting those in need of outreach
services at the locations where those in need are. In addition to delivering services,
outreach has an educational role, raising the awareness of existing services.
Outreach is often meant to fill in the gap in the services provided by mainstream (often,
governmental) services, and is often carried out by non-profit, nongovernmental organizations.
This is a major element differentiating outreach from public relations. Compared to staff
providing traditional services, Dawson et al. (2006) notes that outreach staff may be less
qualified, but is more highly motivated.
Rhodes distinguishes between three types of outreach:
domiciliary (undertaken at individual homes),
detached (undertaken in public environments and targeting individuals),
peripatetic (undertaken at public or private environments and targeting
organizations rather than individuals).
Dawson et al. lists another type in addition to those three:
the satellite type, where services are provided at a dedicated site.
Dawson et al. (2006) list the following tools of outreach: leaflets, newsletters, advertising;
stalls and displays, and dedicated events, with the common location being local community
institutions such as libraries, community centres, markets and so on. Compared to traditional
service providers, outreach services are provided closer to individuals residence, are
voluntary, and have fewer, if any, enforceable obligations.
Outreach
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outreach
OUTREACH
RELATED
TOPICS
Charity (practice)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charity_(practice)
Community service
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Community_service
Social work
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_work
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Community_outreach
COMMUNITY BUILDING
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Community_building
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SECTION 4
HOW
TO
START
A
COMMUNITY
OUTREACH
PROGRAM
Starting a community outreach program can be personally rewarding as well as a big help
to your local area by providing needed resources or services. Outreach work benefits
both the recipients as well as to those who volunteer. Whether helping the poor or
supporting city-wide needs, community outreach will connect you with your town or city
and people from different walks of life.
Things You'll Need
Volunteers
Contact information for local nonprofits
Contributions and/or donations
Grant applications
Instructions
1. Form a group of volunteers of like-minded people who want to help your community in
similar ways. Meet with the group of volunteers to decide how much time and effort you
plan on giving to the community. Give your group of volunteers a name, and come up with
a mission statement that reflects what your group wants to do for your neighbors.
2. Research the needs of the people in your community. Check with the city council, town
hall, local businesses, churches and nonprofits for their opinion on what the area needs.
Write down a list of projects.
3. Meet with the volunteers to set up a plan on which projects fit with your mission
statement, time commitment and numbers.
4. Make a list of goals or projects to accomplish within one year.
5. Promote your mission and goals. Write press releases, flyers and meet again with local
churches, nonprofits, and community officials to let them know about your services and work.
6. Take pictures of each project you complete, and ask for letters of support from the
people you have helped in your community.
7. Start a nonprofit organization according to your state government standards. Visit your
state's website for information and application on starting a 501c3.
8. Write letters to obtain donations and sponsors for your community outreach.
9. After completing some of your goals, obtaining a 501c3 status and getting donations,
write to your local banking institutions to get funding through the Community Reinvestment
Programs.
10. Apply for grants from private sector corporate foundations and the government.
11. Use the monies from the grants, donations, and sponsors to expand your outreach, such
as through an outreach center or purchasing tools to complete more projects. Conduct annual
or semi-annual fundraising events. Let both local and government officials know what you
are doing and enlist support from faith-based and nonprofit organizations
Tips & Warnings
Project management is key to staying organized.
Be prepared to work hard.
Don't get discouraged when you get turned down for funding.
Keep a budget and list of expenditures.
Don't sway from your mission or purpose
Don't get discouraged if and when you get turned down for funding. Keep trying
Keep a budget and list of expenditures
How to Start a Community Outreach Program
http://www.ehow.com/how_2148896_start-community-outreach-program.html
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COMMUNITY
OUTREACH
IDEAS
Community outreach serves two basic purposes: to provide information and provide services.
Outreach comes in different forms to serve different purposes. Churches may do outreach to
inform others about their ministries. Drop-in centers may provide outreach to homeless and
at-risk communities to provide resources and hand out food. In addition, a nonprofit agency
may conduct outreach to let community leaders know what they have to offer.
Community outreach should reflect the needs of the population served to ensure success.
Talk to Key Figures
For community outreach to be successful, you must ensure that key figures in the community
know what you offer. For example, if your organization provides services to at-risk youth,
meet with school principals, school counselors and other area youth-serving agencies to let
them know how you can help them. Do not hesitate to announce during a chamber of commerce
or Kiwanis meeting how your organization will benefit the community and how others can help.
Send Postcards
Consider sending postcards to every address in your city or service area to get the word out
about your organization. Hire a professional sales lead company in order to obtain mailing
lists to "saturate" a neighborhood, target new area homeowners, or reach area apartment
complexes, businesses and local property owners. Professional sales lead companies can even
provide targeted lists to reach members of the community who have medical conditions, are
recent high school or college graduates or meet other specific criteria. Churches often mail
postcards to community members to invite them to Christmas or Easter services or to let them
know about any special ministries offered.
Host a Fair
Sponsor and host a fair that helps the community and makes your organization better known. Fair
ideas include craft fairs, family fairs with games, cultural fairs that sell international foods
or fairs that provide important information about community resources.
Movie Night
Host a free movie night in a large area where participants can comfortably sit, like in an
auditorium. Advertise the event to the community with posters hung in area business' windows.
Hand out informational cards to all those who participate as they enter or leave the movie.
Also, show a commercial about your organization and outline how it can help the community
before the movie starts. If budget allows, buy all the seats at a local theater and offer
participants the chance to see a new movie free of charge, and ask the theater to show a video
or slideshow about your organization before the movie starts.
Community Outreach Ideas
http://www.ehow.com/list_6402342_community-outreach-ideas.html
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SECTION 6
COMMUNITY
OUTREACH
RELATED
TOPICS
Ideas for Community Outreach Activities
http://www.ehow.com/list_7610209_ideas-community-outreach-activities.html
Community Outreach Marketing Ideas
http://www.ehow.com/list_6329943_community-outreach-marketing-ideas.html
Community Outreach Ideas for Churches
http://www.ehow.com/info_7950132_community-outreach-ideas-churches.html
Outreach Project Ideas
http://www.ehow.com/list_6703172_outreach-project-ideas.html
Youth Community Outreach Ideas
http://www.ehow.com/list_7273484_youth-community-outreach-ideas.html
What Is the Job Description of a Community Outreach Worker?
http://www.ehow.com/about_4618849_job-description-community-outreach-worker.html
About Community Outreach Programs
http://www.ehow.com/about_4740682_community-outreach-programs.html
School Outreach Ideas
http://www.ehow.com/list_7166192_school-outreach-ideas.html
Ideas for Community Outreach Activities
http://www.ehow.com/list_7610209_ideas-community-outreach-activities.html
Community Outreach Projects for Youth
http://www.ehow.com/info_7927750_community-outreach-projects-youth.html
Ministry Ideas for Community Outreach Events
http://www.ehow.com/info_8161449_ministry-ideas-community-outreach-events.html
Ideas for Educational Outreach Programs
http://www.ehow.com/list_5900736_ideas-educational-outreach-programs.html
Church Outreach to Community Ideas
http://www.ehow.com/list_5793236_church-outreach-community-ideas.html
Ideas for Outreach
http://www.ehow.com/info_8040696_ideas-outreach.html
Youth Outreach Ideas for Church
http://www.ehow.com/list_7146866_youth-outreach-ideas-church.html
How to Start a Community Outreach Program
http://www.ehow.com/how_2148896_start-community-outreach-program.html
Outreach Ideas for Churches
http://www.ehow.com/list_5790278_outreach-ideas-churches.html
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Community Outreach Marketing Ideas
http://www.ehow.com/list_6329943_community-outreach-marketing-ideas.html
Community Event Theme Ideas
http://www.ehow.com/list_5794629_community-event-theme-ideas.html
Community Outreach Strategies for Business
http://www.ehow.com/info_8116693_community-outreach-strategies-business.html
Christian Outreach Ideas
http://www.ehow.com/way_5208900_christian-outreach-ideas.html
Christian Outreach Ideas for the Community
http://www.ehow.com/info_8118923_christian-outreach-ideas-community.html
Youth Community Outreach Ideas
http://www.ehow.com/list_7273484_youth-community-outreach-ideas.html
Outreach Ideas for Small Churches
http://www.ehow.com/list_5781960_outreach-ideas-small-churches.html
Community Outreach Projects for Youth
http://www.ehow.com/info_7927750_community-outreach-projects-youth.html
How to Start a Community Outreach Program
http://www.ehow.com/how_2148896_start-community-outreach-program.html
Ministry Ideas for Community Outreach Events
http://www.ehow.com/info_8161449_ministry-ideas-community-outreach-events.html
About Community Outreach Program
http://www.ehow.com/about_4740682_community-outreach-programs.html
How to Start a Youth Outreach Ministry
http://www.ehow.com/how_6455929_start-youth-outreach-ministry.html
How to Start a Community Outreach Food Pantry
http://www.ehow.com/how_2244181_start-community-outreach-food-pantry.html
Outreach Programs for Youth
http://www.ehow.com/list_6962020_outreach-programs-youth.html
How to Start a Church Community Outreach
http://www.ehow.com/how_6534322_start-church-community-outreach.html
How to Start a Christian Outreach
http://www.ehow.com/how_5923586_start-christian-outreach.html
How to Start a Community Service Project
http://www.ehow.com/how_4548088_start-community-service-project.html
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How to Start a Food Storage Program
http://www.ehow.com/how_5646094_start-food-storage-program.html
How to Do Christian Outreach With Flyers
http://www.ehow.com/how_6940660_do-christian-outreach-flyers.html
How to Start a Community Volunteer Program
http://www.ehow.com/how_2126288_start-community-volunteer-program.html
How to Start a Non-Profit Organization
http://www.ehow.com/how_4807393_start-nonprofit-organization.html
Community Outreach Projects for Youth
http://www.ehow.com/info_7927750_community-outreach-projects-youth.html
How to Start A Community Anti Drug Program
http://www.ehow.com/how_2073755_start-community-anti-drug-program.html
How to Start an Adopt-a-Block Outreach
http://www.ehow.com/how_6169991_start-adopt_a_block-outreach.html
How to Start 4H Gardening Projects
http://www.ehow.com/how_2083591_start-4h-gardening-projects.html
How to Outreach for a Non-Profit Organization
http://www.ehow.com/video_4439808_outreach-non_profit-organization.html
Ideas for an Outreach Mission Project
http://www.ehow.com/list_5982915_ideas-outreach-mission-project.html
Church Anniversary Activities
http://www.ehow.com/way_5201502_church-anniversary-activities.html
Youth Outreach Programs in Miami
http://www.ehow.com/list_6006090_youth-outreach-programs-miami.html
Grants for Health Care Outreach Programs
http://www.ehow.com/list_6874353_grants-health-care-outreach-programs.html
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COMMUNITY
OUTREACH
PARTNERSHIP
CENTERS
PROGRAM
COPC
SUMMARY:
Community Outreach Partnerships Centers
grants help colleges and universities
apply their human, intellectual, and
institutional resources to the challenge
of revitalizing distressed communities.
PURPOSE:
Few institutions can contribute more to
rebuilding America's communities than
its colleges and universities.
They not
only create
and transmit
knowledge,
they are also:
economic engines,
applied technology centers,
major employers,
investors,
real estate developers,
populated with creative
and energetic people.
COPC is a 5-year demonstration program
designed to help universities harness
these resources in the service of nearby
communities.
Community Outreach Partnerships Centers Program COPC
http://www.hud.gov/progdesc/copc.cfm
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SECTION 8
COMMUNITY
OUTREACH
LINKS
30 ideas for community outreach
http://www.communicatejesus.com/2009/05/30-ideas-for-community-outreach-part-1/
101 Outreach Ideas for Small Churches
http://chuckwarnockblog.wordpress.com/2008/11/24/101-outreach-ideas-for-small-churches/
African Studies Center Outreach
http://www.bu.edu/africa/outreach/
Carver Community Cultural Center
http://www.thecarver.org/
Citizen Corps
http://www.citizencorps.gov/
Community Covenant Church
http://www.communitycovenant.com/
Community Outreach
http://www.selfhelpinc.org/CommunityOutreach.html
Community Outreach
http://www.jointservicessupport.org/FP/Community.aspx
Community Outreach
http://www2.dupont.com/Social_Commitment/en_US/outreach/index.html
The Community Outreach
http://thecommunityoutreach.org/
Community Outreach - Childhelp
http://www.childhelp.org/about/programs-and-services/community-outreach
Community Outreach Program
http://wiki.answers.com/help/community_outreach
Community Outreach Programs
http://www.neaq.org/education_and_activities/programs_and_classes/community_outreach/index.php
Community Outreach Programs
http://www.ideafit.com/fitness-library/community-outreach-programs
Community Outreach for Returning Study Abroad Students
http://allabroad.us/community_main.php
Community Service and Outreach Programs
http://www.mhs.net/community/community-services.cfm
Cornerstone Community Church
http://www.cornerstonelynchburg.com/
Corporation for National and Community Service Disability Outreach Grantees NSIP
http://www.serviceandinclusion.org/index.php?page=disabilitygrants
Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans, Inc.
http://www.cuups.org/
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Dallas Bethlehem Center
http://www.dallasbethlehemcenter.org/
Director of Community Outreach
National Crime Prevention Council
http://www.ncpc.org/about/job-opportunities/director-of-community-outreach
Global Economic Outreach (GEO)
http://www.teamgeo.org
Global Outreach Developments Int'l
http://www.slamweb.org/
Family Service of the Piedmont
http://www.familyservice-piedmont.org/
Global Outreach International
http://www.globaloutreach.org/
God's Community Outreach
http://www.geocities.com/godscommunityoutreach/
Mass Media Community Outreach
http://www.allacademic.com/meta/p124620_index.html
Minority Community Outreach
http://www.nea.org/home/MinorityCommunityOutreach.html
National Community-Based Lead Outreach and Training Grant Program
http://www.topgovernmentgrants.com/cfda.php?CFDANumber=66.718
National Council of La Raza Community Outreach
http://www.nclr.org/
National Outreach
http://www.alvinailey.org/national-outreach
National Outreach Project
http://www.fcclainc.org/content/national-outreach-project/
National Society of Black Engineers
Community Outreach Program
http://citeseer.ist.psu.edu/329079.html
Navy Office of Community Outreach (NAVCO)
http://www.navy.mil/navco/
Neighborhood Outreach Action for Health (NOAH)
http://www.noahmobile.org
NIMH Outreach Partnership Program
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/outreach/partnership-program/index.shtml
Outreach Programs
http://www.fsa.usda.gov/FSA/webapp?area=home&subject=oued&topic=ops
Scientology Volunteer Ministers
http://www.volunteerministers.org/
Servants of Jesus Community
http://www.servantsofjesus.org
University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute
http://www.upci.upmc.edu
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