Building Relationships

Commitment to Action

Building Relationships

Commitment by

Prima Worldwide

In 2006, Demetri Arguropolous committed to build relationships between local non-profit organizations in the Santa Barbara region and complementary organizations, facilitating new relationships between non-profits and influential and high-profile contacts. As of August 2007, a forum had been held, where logistics were coordinated regarding the specific resources that all four charities (Unity Shop, 1199 Foundation, Santa Barbara Chapter of the United Way, and Santa Barbara Chapter of the American Lung Association) involved could potentially share, including their personnel expertise and goods.

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Overview

Summary

Commitment

Building Relationships

Launched

2006

Est. Duration

8 Years

Estimated Total Value

$70,000

Region

Northern America

Countries

United States

Commitment by

Prima Worldwide

Partner(s) of the Commitment Maker(s)

1199 Foundation, Santa Barbara Chapter of the American Lung Association, Santa Barbara Chapter of the United Way, Unity Shop

Details

Four non-profit organizations previously supported by Mr. Argyropoulos, including: Unity Shop, 1199 Foundation, Santa Barbara Chapter of United Way, and The Santa Barbara chapter of the American Lung Association, have been identified as the target organizations of the 'building relationships' project. An introduction between them and with additional organizations in the area, will lead to:
? Collective use of resources: the four organizations raise a significant amount of funds for resources that they could share and benefit from;
? Collective use of expertise and experience: each organization has an impressive level of experienced and skilled staff, and increased collaboration would benefit them all;
? Joint Events: Rather than compete for the 'best event', a combined event would create a higher profile for all organizations involved.
This commitment will address the current reality that many non-profit organizations are working independent of groups, resources and individuals that can dramatically influence their scope and achievement. Mr. Argyropoulos' goal is to see groups and individuals come together that will facilitate the overall betterment of humanity.

Background

Relationships are influential. In business, they are at the crux of implementation and it is easy to see the challenge non-profit organizations face when they don't look to work together or with influential business leaders. The achievement of their goals requires collaboration and an attitude of working together.
Organizations to one another and conducted a forum on ways to collaborate.

Progress Reports

May 2014
Beginning in 2005 to present day, this commitment raised capital from donors that in turn strengthened the commitment and helped create new relationships for the foundation. Several million of dollars were raised, and those involved with the commitment have shown dedication, service, and attention to the foundation. The direct interest in CGI's mission and purpose are acutely aligned within the new relationships built, as is every individual committed to this purpose. For example, Joachim Schloss, Chip Conk, and Chris Kelly are only a few of these individuals. In addition, Demetri Arguropoloushas donated to the foundation his own network and capital and he intends to continually open doors and educate many more.