Comments on: Free Philanthropy & Project-Agape

By: Sean Stannard-Stockton

Sean Stannard-Stockton — Tue, 15 May 2007 15:29:29 +0000

The fact that Parker has a demonstrated expertise in creating social networks is what makes Project-Agape so interesting. Social network creation is no easy task and you mention a couple of critical elements.

However, I do hope that they keep the project a niche network and not turn it into a general interest social network that just has a “do good buzz”.

By: Nick

Nick — Fri, 11 May 2007 20:12:29 +0000

Lots of products out there, but I’m hoping to see a “do good” network make use of the elements that make successful social networking sites so sticky– picture albums w/ tagging, the facebook mini-feed, writing on the wall, etc.–realizing that it’s not just philanthropic instincts you need to serve. People can’t be saving the world 24-7. Seems to me you have to give them tools to goof-off and interact about anything. And they need to let people network themselves by School and Workplace as well as Cause and Nonprofit. Don’t hit my over the head with 30 issues as soon as I log in. Show me how to get in touch with my friends. Once I find them, then I’ll start getting involved.

By: Tom Williams

Tom Williams — Thu, 10 May 2007 17:12:48 +0000

Not to sound too much like a curmudgeon but this isn’t new news. GiveMeaning.com has been doing this for the last two years. Individuals advocating for the causes linked to an implementing organization.

By: Nick

Nick — Wed, 09 May 2007 20:25:09 +0000

“Costless platform.”

Indeed. The larger nonprofits used to be the only ones who could afford things like this:

“give volunteers the tools to easily set up Web pages associated with your organization and events, plus email communication capabilities to mobilize friends and family, easy online donation capabilities and reports for measuring progress.”

By providing those tools for free, Agape (and Change.org, etc.) seem to be leveling the playing field for smaller nonprofits.