One line that just really stood out to me was, “Do not overpromise.” I feel like this is something some organizations may have a hard time doing because they just want to do so much. However, they do not have the resources at hand to actually do everything they think of. I feel like there is a fine line between overpromising and not doing enough to the point where some things may feel needed or left out which could screw everything up for these organizations that really want to do a lot of good. I thought the reality checks in this chapter were very helpful and a little surprising. The first one talks about the reality of essentially piggy-backing on another organization or stating the program as a model; involves more than what some may think. I like how they mentioned this tactic should not be used for financial aid but for the “organization’s mission (purpose) and constituency.” The second reality check, I feel is a no-brainer but that is why it surprised me that it was actually included and within its own box at that. It does make a lot of sense why they would need to mention it though. A lot of organizations may think let’s do just that “circle the reasoning” to make it “easier” for them, the funders, interested parties, etc. However, Funders do not want to hear of a solution to the problem that is in the problem stated; they want to know exactly how a solution is effective in correcting the problem.
“We know only too well that what we are doing is nothing more than a drop in the ocean. But if the drop were not there, the ocean would be missing something.” ― Mother Teresa
