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Benessere North (not-for-profit)
Elora, Ontario, Canada
VP
Vivian Polak She / Her
CEO
Preferred learners
  • Anywhere
  • Academic experience
Categories
Writing Fundraising Grant writing
Skills
grant applications chronic diseases management research coordinating
Project scope
What is the main goal for this project?

The main goal for the project is to research and apply for grants to support the non-profit organization, Benessere North, in its mission to help women struggling with high blood pressure, weight issues, and chronic health concerns. The project will involve the following tasks for the learners:


- Researching available grants and funding opportunities for non-profit organizations focused on women's health and chronic disease prevention.


- Developing grant proposals and applications tailored to the specific needs and goals of Benessere North.


- Collaborating with Dr. Vivian Polak to understand the organization's vision and effectively communicate it in grant applications.


- Assisting in the preparation of necessary documentation and materials required for grant submissions.


- Tracking and managing the grant application process, including deadlines and requirements for each funding opportunity.


What tasks will learners need to complete to achieve the project goal?

By the end of the project, students should complete the following tasks:


- Identification of potential grant opportunities for Benessere North.


- Drafting of grant proposals and applications in alignment with the organization's mission and objectives.


- Coordination with Dr. Vivian Polak to ensure accurate representation of the organization in grant submissions.


- Compilation of all necessary documentation and materials for grant applications.


- Ongoing management and tracking of grant application progress and outcomes.



Final deliverables:


- Completed grant proposals and applications for targeted funding opportunities.


- A comprehensive report detailing the research, application, and tracking process for each grant opportunity pursued.


How will you support learners in completing the project?

I will make myself available to advance the project. Perhaps we would have weekly meetings, but I would let this be determined by the educator. I would be available to the students when needed.

Supported causes
Good health and well-being
About the company
  • https://vivianpolak.ca
  • 2 - 10 employees
  • Hospital, health, wellness & medical, Non-profit, philanthropic & civil society

This is a not-for-profit that helps women struggling with high blood pressure, weight issues, and many other chronic health concerns to prevent, suspend and whenever possible (which is often) to reverse their chronic diseases, primarily by coaching them to alter their nutrition (plant-based). We also incorporate the other healthy lifestyle pillars or habits.

Vivian Polak, MD, provides the coaching to the clients by way of a course to help them get started eating this way, then in a women's membership for on-going expert guidance and support. It has been enormously helpful to have a few people volunteer from time to time to help get the message and assistance out to the public - with video editing, marketing suggestions, website design, other IT support, etc.
PS I'm a 1990 grad from the HBA program! But not long after that, I went into medicine, so I'd love your help!!