Alexis Khazzam’s Blog
Tips for Volunteering in The New Year
As we wind up 2020, we know you are busy setting new year's resolutions. While popular new year's resolutions revolve around keeping fit, another brilliant resolution should be volunteering your time in the new year. Setting resolutions is one thing, but sticking to...
Safe Ways to Volunteer During COVID
Though many countries across the world shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic, it didn't stop the needs of non-profit organizations. Many non-profits are reporting that their number of volunteers has decreased significantly. Volunteering has a host of benefits, and it...
Ways to Give to Charity Without Spending Money
Many people want to help out their local charities but don't have any extra income to spare. Fortunately, there are many ways that people can help out their favorite charities without spending money. Here's how people can donate their time and services to their local...
Fundraising Strategies for Nonprofits
Running nonprofit fundraising is not an easy thing. The hard work involved in putting together a successful fundraiser for a nonprofit organization can be mind boggling. When putting together a successful fundraiser that will attract donors, it is crucial to consider...
Change Your Nonprofit For The Better With These Tips
No matter what type of business you’re a part of, it’s very important to always search for opportunities that can help create a positive change. Nonprofit organizations need to make decisions that will help them stay relevant and true to their mission and goals. To...
What is Corporate Philanthropy
One of the most significant marketing areas that medium to large corporations tend to focus on heavily is corporate philanthropy. This is because data has shown it to be the most effective in building a brand and seeing positive growth. In addition, focusing on...
Sales Pitches – Save Our Stadium Campaign
To help with the S.O.S - Save Our Stadium campaign, the team at AppsCo is working hard to sell advertising slots for the new stadium sign. The entire S.O.S campaign came to fruition due to the impending demolition of the local Peoria stadium. AppsCo students did not...
AppsCo Save Our Stadium Campaign
Local landmarks have an important meaning for those in the community. They serve as a special place for gathering and honoring local history. This is the exact reason why AppsCo launched Operation S.O.S (Save Our Stadium). AppsCo students wanted to start a campaign...
AppsCo Success at the Congressional App Challenge
In December of 2019, an AppsCo team from Richwoods High School won the Congressional App Challenge in the IL-18 District. Students Cassidy Miles-Coleman, Katrina Crawford, Aditi Tripathi, Brianna Hill, and Rachel Bousek designed an app for the Wildlife Prairie Park...
All About The Wildlife Prairie Park App
Recently, AppsCo partnered with a local park located in Peoria. The Hazel & Bill Rutherford Wildlife Prairie Park, also known as the Wildlife Prairie Park, offers just about 1,700 acres for the community to explore. Through the partnership AppsCo was able to...