John Dallas Costa, Ethical Imperative wrote: "Not long ago the concerns of ecologists were as irrelevant to business planners as those of ethicists are today. “Green” has gone from being a disparagement to becoming a badge that no smart company would risk being without. Ethics are similarly en route to becoming a strategic imperative." The three companies chosen for this evaluation range from a foundation whose entire existence is based on helping people to a corporation who is basically a monopoly for power in several U.S. states and whose #1 goal is profit. Overview First, The Daniels Fund is a charitable foundation based out of Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2000, The Daniels Fund is named after Bill Daniels, a wealthy entrepreneur that spent the majority of his life helping others. Upon his death, he bequeathed his entire fortune to The Daniels Fund celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2010. The mission of The Daniels Fund – the goal – is to further the values and ideals of Bill Daniels. “We are committed to fulfilling the intent and directions of our donor. Our goal is to reflect the compassion, ethics and integrity of Bill Daniels in all we do.” The Daniels Fund partners with non-profit organizations and provides scholarships and grants in several states. Some of the areas where financial assistance is given are individual educational scholarships, grants to school systems and individual schools, food banks, YMCA’S, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, Children’s Hospital, disability services, Hospice programs, youth development, early childhood education, homeless assistance, and sports. The states where assistance is given are Utah, New Mexico, Colorado and Wyoming. The Daniels Fund is run by a board of directors, Ha... ... middle of paper ... ...13) Fat Tire: how niche brands break through using cultural strategy. Retrieved from http://www.culturalstrategygroup.com Yam, P. (2014). Phil’s Portfolio. New Belgium Brewery. Retrieved from http://www.stonybrook.digication.com Omastiak, R. (2014). Xcel targets biz customers with energy assessment giveaway. Twin Cities Business. Retrieved from http://www.tcbmag.com Brewer, J. (2014). Jefferies group increased Xcel energy price target to $32.00. WKRB News & Analysis. Retrieved from http://www.wkrb.13.com TWST.(2009). Xcel energy. Wall Street Transcript, Vol. 183, issue 23, p1-2. Daniels Fund 2010 Report to the Community. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.danielsfund.org New Belgium 2007 Sustainability Report. (2007). Retrieved from http://www.newbelgium.com Xcel Energy 2010 Annual Report. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.thomson.mobular.net.
Background Information In implementing a strategic plan for Coastal Medical Center, our consulting team has conducted many analyses and formed numerous strategies in order for Coastal Medical Center to be successful. Such assessments include an internal analysis, external analysis, gap analysis, and SWOT analysis. In conducting these analyses, our consulting team was able to better understand the internal environment, external environment, where the organization currently stands in terms of performance, and the major strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats that oppose the Coastal Medical Center. From our inquiry, we will be able to establish a strategic plan that best fits the organization’s needs.
Martha and the other Ingram Family members have all been the donors to and/or directors of, various family foundations and private Donor Advised Funds over the years. Currently most of the Ingram family relies on Donor Advised Funds administered through the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CMFT) for their philanthropy. The move to Donor Advised Funds holds several advantages over those of a family foundation; not the least of which is the ability make large gifts anonymously and not disclose asset and donation information.
After analyzing the Coastal Medical Center, it is apparent that the employees and staff have no conception of the mission, vision, and values of this health care facility. In addition to this lack of structure, CMC has many projects in the midst of production that lack support of a common goal, employees are unsatisfied with their jobs, the two boards lack ability to agree on strategic decisions for the organization,, and the medical center has a dismal reputation when it comes to quality care.
The Texas Student Housing scholarship will allow me an opportunity to work towards a clear foundation of my future business – one which I am determined will ameliorate the world. Without this scholarship, much of my efforts will be used towards paying for housing and tuition. However, with this scholarship, I will be able to efficiently allocate my time and resources towards my business, which I hope will help elicit happiness from people in Austin and eventually, countries across the world. As a result, I value this scholarship as a necessity.
“Our job is to make this community successful, economically,” Savell said. “Our job is literally... Someone comes to us, they may have problems and so we work with them, write or help do whatever they need to do. Our interest isn’t to decline or to sit back and be the big dog and scare anybody off.
Zsolnai, L. (2011). Environmental ethics for business sustainability. International Journal of Social Economics, 38(11), 892-899. doi: 10.1108/03068291111171397
Ethics is a principle or a moral value every business should have. The way a business runs keeping in mind how the workers are being treated, how its products affect people and whether or not it’s is sustainable in the environment falls under
When individuals think of scholarships, they tend to believe of the free money through the government, small or large business, and just a person who wants to make a difference. However, when thinking of scholarships, I realize the opportunities of organization(s) is helping me reach my dreams and goals throughout life. In addition, organizations helping reach my goals will influence other individuals to go through the same path as I am. During this essay, I’ll discuss the specific demographic that will help my patients by using my nursing skills, how my background has helped me realize the importance of contributing to my community, and most importantly the less fortunate than myself.
Oprah has been known as “one of America’s top 50 most generous philanthropist” as she continues to contribute ten percent of her income ($385 million in 2008) to her favorite charities, related to education, youths, and literature. She had donated millions to Tennessee State University which is her alma mater as part of the scholarship funds, The United Negro Fund, to encourage young black Americans to pursue their dreams, and the Harold Washington Library, which is a program for economically disadvantaged Chicago-area young girls.
The concept of business ethics refers to a set of guiding principles that encourage individuals in an organization to make decisions based on the company’s stated beliefs and attitudes toward business practices within its industry (Lisa McQuerrey., 2016). Ethical and Unethical business decisions have long been a predicament encountered by organisations, these practices are concerned with how the companies interact with the global business world, and to their one-on-one dealings with individuals (Garry Crystal, 2016.) The concept of ethics and social responsibility emerged into the business world in the early 1970s after the end of World War I, saw these organisations become more profit driven resulting in negative impacts on society at large.
Relevance to Audience: The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana not only opens doors for many children with the scholarship programs, while also pro-actively reaching out to children in need with mobile medical unit
We now face the financial burden and the realization we are approaching our limits. This is why I am reaching out to you. Our foundation is in need of funding. We are seeking assistance of those, as yourself, that embrace their community and are willing to share personal success with worthy causes.
When most people hear about Bill Gates the first thing that comes to mind is the obscene amount of money he has made through out his career. Owning many different foundations, the most common foundation known to most college students is the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation that provide many different scholarships. However, this foundation also does various things to give back to communities and aiding suffering countries. Within this foundation there are also various branches such as the United States Program, The Global Development Program and the Global health program that have grown over time making the Gates a commonly used household name.
In recent years, business or green business was no longer an option to become an obligation. Companies started to change their mindset and values to develop new environmental proposals, for example launching second ecological lines.
* Shirk, Evelyn. “New Dimensions in Ethics: Ethics and the Environment.” Ethics and the Environment. Proc. of Conf. on Ethics and the Environment, April 1985, Long Island University. Ed. Richard E. Hart. Lanham: University Press of America, 1992. 1-10.