Robert Kurzban

After his 14 year old son was bullied for dancing, this Chicago dad decided to take a stand. The result is a nonprofit organization that encourages kids to embrace their passion for dance — regardless of gender.
When Greg Long’s son was mocked and insulted during a dance performance, the Chicago father was devastated. But rather than meeting the slurs with equivalent negativity, Long decided to take the high road. The result of that decision is a nonprofit organization called Dance On.
The na...

A Charlotte, North Carolina based nonprofit is asking for help from the community. Robert Kurzban shares the details on how you can help A Brighter Day Ministries expand their reach and continue to positively impact West Charlotte:
For years, A Brighter Day Ministries has relied on an older model SUV to carry out their charitable outreach in the community. Their efforts have included providing essential supplies to and feeding families in need. Fully dedicated to helping the West Charlotte ar...

A big congratulations to the Route One Farmers Market for earning nonprofit status! Robert Kurzban shares the exciting nonprofit news:
Route One Farmers Market has taken place on Sundays in Vandenberg Village all summer long. The initiative has largely acted as a sense of support for the community by easing residents’ access to fresh and healthy locally-sourced foods. In particular, this has been incredibly life-changing for low-income individuals in the community. Now, Route One will be able...

The cozy autumn season is just around the corner! If you’re looking for something seasonal to do, while doing something good, mark your calendars for this nonprofit pumpkin patch!
Having something to look forward to is important during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. Luckily, a nonprofit in Hollister is giving locals something to get excited about — all while pumping some positivity into the community. The Hope Harvest Festival will take place on October 3 and 4, 2020. For nearly a ...

Over the years, Robert Kurzban has developed a number of grant proposals for the benefit of Art Sphere, Inspire Philadelphia, Project S.A.V.E. and PhilaSoup — just to name a few. Strengthened by a background in research, his approach to writing suits the role of Grants Coordinator and Writer. Always hands-on, he works directly with Executive Directors and members of staff to understand each nonprofit as thoroughly as possible. Developing grant proposals and securing grant funding is a labor o...

In 2019, Robert Kurzban and Elena Svitavsky met at a New York City diner to catch up on each other’s careers. Friends for nearly three decades, Robert and Elena both maintain successful careers in writing and editing. Both are well-versed in catering to a diverse range of styles and genres. Each maintains their own unique industry specializations. Their combined portfolio is demonstrative of their experiences in financial services and writing for nonprofit organizations.
Elena is a communicat...

Supporting nonprofits can be questionable. With so little information available on grassroots initiatives, it can be difficult to determine whether or not your funds will actually support the cause in question. Charity Navigator is stepping up to add clarity to the challenge with a unique nonprofit rating system.
Encompass, an all-new rating system developed by Charity Navigator, aims to highlight the facts of nonprofits and charities across a variety of causes. Longtime nonprofit supporter a...

If you’re in the Cleveland, Ohio area and you’re not afraid to roll up your sleeves and spring into action — this nonprofit organization needs your help! Young, healthy individuals preferred.
Times are tough for Greater Cleveland Volunteers, a nonprofit organization that matches eager volunteers with charitable efforts throughout Cuyahoga County. The nonprofit is normally strengthened by over 2,000 active volunteers. However, due to the risky presence of COVID-19, that number has drastically ...

In New River Valley, VA, a local initiative rolled out an ‘Online Giving Day’ to benefit nonprofits in the area. The relief may be just what local nonprofits need to survive and get back on their feet amid COVID-19.
The Community Foundation of the New River Valley hosted its 7th annual Online Giving Day on June 24, 2020. Calling on area residents, the initiative set a financial goal of $325,000 for the fundraiser. All proceeds will benefit more than 100 nonprofits in the NRV area. The best pa...

Are you interested in the Garces Foundation’s English for the Restaurant and Everyday Living (EREL) program? If so, registration is now OPEN for this year’s Summer Session 2020!
English for the Restaurant and Everyday Living (EREL) is a 12-week program of English language instruction. Each course is tailored to meet the needs of workers — and diners — of the restaurant industry. Additionally, the courses also teach life competencies. The Garces Foundation hopes that these courses will assist ...

Alabamans showed their support for the nonprofit information hotline, Wiregrass 2-1-1 with the purchase of t-shirts and hats sporting the message “Love Dothan.”
For locals of Dothan, Alabama who are in need, Wiregrass 2-1-1 is a necessary go-to. Standing by a mission to collaborate, inform and connect, Wiregrass 2-1-1 is a Dothan-based information hotline that provides callers with information on local nonprofits and charitable initiatives based on the caller’s unique needs. Whether a family ...

The global COVID-19 pandemic has presented unique challenges for nonprofits. From lack of steady revenue to difficulties in receiving federal relief — nonprofit organizations are struggling to stay afloat. A helping hand from civic leadership is needed now more than ever.
From childcare to food aid and professional skill-building — nonprofit organizations change and empower lives. Without the work of nonprofits, many families would struggle to survive. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has...

February 27, 2020 – Community-based non-profit organization, the Garces Foundation, welcomes Robert Kurzban to their staff! Kurzban joins the team as the Grants Coordinator.

When it comes to freelance writing, outsiders are quick to make their assumptions. In Part II of APMAFW, Robert Kurzban peels away at another common misconception about the profession.
Welcome back to another installment of Robert Kurzban’s Assumptions People Make About Freelance Writers. (Or APMAFW, for short… maybe it will catch on. Maybe it won’t.) Before diving into this common misconception about freelance writing, be sure to check out Part I!
The assumptions are in abundance when you te...