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For those who are on the fence about seeking nonprofit work, Roos offers the following words: “These days with all of us asking questions about the world’s economic future and perhaps even deeper questions, few of us would dispute the need to serve those less fortunate. Nonprofits have been singing that song for a very long time, and they are, perhaps, even more prepared than some to step up to the plate and affirm the value of each person and their right to a decent life. They are also used to being creative in the face of adversity and not wanting to see the mission lost. Who wouldn’t want to give the best hours of their day each day to that sort of enterprise?”

While many workers shy away from nonprofits because of their reputation for lower starting pay, fewer and smaller raises and longer work hours, especially in the higher-level positions, these organizations are worth taking a look at. What employees lack in salaries, they may make up for in more vacation time, flex hours and less daily routine.

On a more personal level, says Roos, “Besides being able to see close connections between your personal values and what you do for a living, nonprofits also offer an outstanding and unique entrée into a community’s network of nonprofits. This allows for a rich sense of collegiality and broader shared purpose. It also provides an easy way to keep in touch with employment opportunities with other nonprofits.”

He adds that nonprofits whose funding is secured by local, state or federal funding have been more recession-proof recently, a fact worth considering in the current employment climate.

February 19 - 6pm

Radisson Hotel & Conference Center
200 South Bell School Road,
Rockford IL 61108

Become a part of this event!
Corporate Tables of 10 @ $350 each (includes signage)
Individual Seats @ $35 each
Student Seats @ $25 each

Hors d’oeuvres from 6 until 7
Major Sponsor: $2,000
What it includes - The Major Sponsor will receive premiere recognition in all sponsored publicity including direct mail, local news articles, radio, television, and placement on the XL Academics website for a full year. Signage or banners will be displayed at sponsored events to promote the sponsor. Each Major Sponsorship includes ten event tickets, and ten XL Academics Scholarships which provide complete access to area students.

Corporate Sponsor: $1,500
What it includes - The Corporate Sponsor will receive recognition in sponsored publicity including direct mail, and placement on the XL Academics website for a full year. Signage or banners will be displayed at sponsored events to promote the sponsor.

Corporate sponsorship includes ten event tickets and ten XL Academics Scholarships which provide complete access to area students.

Sponsorship Fields: Business, Education, Engineering & Engineering Technology, Health & Human Sciences,Liberal Arts & Sciences, Visual & Performing Arts

XL Academics can be a student’s first step toward professional success XL Academics is a learning resource designed to put students at the threshold of success. At this web site kick off, you’ll be among the first to see a site that provides tools for building skills a student will use forever.

XL Academics mentors a student’s transition into professional life
XL Academics is an online community where college, vocational and high school students can build cooperative relationships – with each other AND with mentors. The site creates a stimulating learning environment, and you can learn skills that will benefit you throughout your professional life.

Learn more about XL Academics by attending the web site launch.