Posts

All nonprofits should be able to accept donations by credit card. Donors expect it and will be more likely to donate when you offer this service. Many people, especially younger ones, write very few checks any more. Plus, cashless payments of all kinds have become more accepted. Credit card processing will be expected whether a donor responds to your direct mail appeal, an email solicitation, or even when at a physical event such as an auction....

We form vowels by adjusting the tongue, soft palate (or velum), jaw, and lips. All of these “articulators” influence the shape of the vocal tract, giving each vowel a distinct sound and color. Vowels are even more important in singing than consonants, and here is why. Singing on the Vowel In order to sing beautifully and project, 99 percent of singing should be on a vowel. It sounds simple enough, but some struggle to sing consonants quickly and at the same time make them understandable....

This playful aria comes from Johann Strauss’ opera, Die Fledermaus. With a libretto by Karl Haffner and Richard Genee, Strauss wrote the opera in 1874 and was quite popular. In fact, it is still regularly performed to this day. During the second act of the opera, Prince Orlofsky throws a large ball and invites many guests. He tells his guests to enjoy the party as he does, in their own way, and as long as they are not boring and continue to drink wine with him, he will not throw them out or throw bottles of wine at their heads....

Get caught up or refresh your memory on the happenings at the Sterling Cooper Advertising Agency. Indulge in the stories of those mad men and the women who surround them with this ​Mad Men Season 1 episode guide. 01 of 13 1x01 “Pilot” (Original Air Date: 7/19/07) We’re introduced to Don Draper (Jon Hamm) as he sits in a swank New York City bar smoking a Lucky Strike. Don works as the creative director for Sterling Cooper Advertising Agency....

If your nonprofit has a website, you are a content creator. That’s because websites are not static. They are dynamic sources of continually changing information. There are so many reasons to have good content on your nonprofit website, but two stand out: It engages supporters and potential supporters with information relevant to their needs.It helps people find you when they search online, either for your name specifically or for information about the issues on which your organization is an expert....

The pool game 7-ball is a fast-paced, fun, and sometimes frantic choice from among all the other variations of pool out there! 01 of 04 7-Ball Basics For This Most Choice Of Pool Games carrollphoto/Getty Images Seven-Ball could become one of the hottest pool games in the world over the next decade. An intermediate player able to run only one or two of every 40 racks of 9-ball played may run out frequently playing 7-ball....

All of the military services restrict privileges and personal freedoms during basic training and job training. Below are the training/restriction requirements for U.S. Army personnel undergoing Initial Entry Training (IET) as required by TRADOC Reg 350-6. IET is the period from the first day of basic training, through job training, and ends when the soldier graduates from their job training and reports to their first permanent duty assignment (PDA). The Army has two different IET processes....

Most people know it’s essential to wear appropriate attire to a job interview, but your accessories matter, too. These small extras to your outfit — your shoes, bag, jewelry, etc. — make a visual impact and add to the impression you make on your interviewer. How to Choose the Right Accessories for Your Job Interview When wearing accessories to an interview, follow the classic rule: Less is more. Avoid overdoing the number of items you wear (that is, you don’t need to wear both a big, bold statement necklace and a fashion scarf)....

Red is an extremely dominant color and even a small piece in a painting will draw in your eye. It’s the color associated with love, passion, anger, heat, fire, and blood. The various red pigments available to artists each have their own characteristics and degrees of permanency. The Many Shades of Red The first two reds were introduced by ancient Egyptians artists—one made from cinnabar (vermilion) and one from madder root....

During the 29 years that Elvis Presley made his home in Memphis, he lived at a grand total of nine different addresses. Today, some of these addresses are nothing more than empty lots but at some, Elvis’ former homes still stand. On the pages ahead, see these addresses and how they look today. 01 of 09 370 Washington Street (c) 2006 Teresa R. Simpson, Licensed to About.com Elvis and his family moved into a boarding house at 370 Washington Street in 1948....

George Strait is known as the King of Country, and with over 57 No. 1 songs, he sure has something to back up that statement. In 2009, The Academy of Country Music named him the ACM Artist of the Decade. He joins only four other artists that have received this honor—Marty Robbins in 1969, Loretta Lynn in 1979, Alabama in 1988, and Garth Brooks in 1998. This list includes all of George Strait’s single releases, along with chart position of each of them....

Betting football parlay cards is as ingrained in the lives of millions of Americans as eating hot dogs and apple pie at the Fourth of July, and the football fun comes during the winter! No matter where you work, the odds are excellent that talk will turn to football during lunch breaks and those trips to the water cooler. Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to talk about how you actually booked a football parlay card winner that week?...

Clay roof tiles are very popular as they create an attractive mediterranean look. They’re durable and lightweight, making them ideal for certain roofs, and they offer better insulation when compared to similar materials such as ceramic tiles. When installing clay tiles, picking the right size, color and installation method, which depends on the type of clay tile, are important factors. The Right Slope Clay tiles work well on roofs with slopes greater than 20 degrees....

01 of 25 How to Make a Monotype Print: Step 1 Supplies Have fun with this creative and easy-to-learn ‘variation’ of painting. Photo: © B.Zedana (Creative Commons Some Rights Reserved, Used With Permission) Have fun with this creative and easy-to-learn ‘variation’ of painting. A monotype is a traditional fine art print made by pressing a piece of paper (often a damp sheet) against a painted or inked surface. It’s a technique that’s easy to learn and something done easily in your own kitchen....

Getting a head shave is something a man should do at least once in his life. It makes a dramatic statement and, I believe, can be quite liberating. A shaved head evokes confidence and masculinity. I love those times after I’ve shaved my own head as it makes streamlines my morning routine and makes everything so much easier. On the right man, a shaved head can also be highly stylish. Knowing when to shave your head is important, but the time is right to consider the option....

Manufacturer specification charts include an automobile’s gross vehicle weight rating — usually referred to as its GVWR. The GVWR is an auto’s maximum safe weight that should not be exceeded. Weight calculations include curb weight, additional equipment that’s been added, the weight of cargo and the weight of passengers… everything is considered to determine if the GVWR has been exceeded. A few facts to keep in mind: GVWR does not reflect an auto’s actual weight — it’s a limit....

The members of War were (and are) the kings of the Los Angeles Latino community, specifically for the “lowrider” car enthusiasts who were blasting their Afro-Cuban funk groove long before the song “Low Rider” gave the love back. War was a totally unique pancultural jam band first and foremost, despite their uncanny ability to get on pop radio War’s Best Known Songs “Low Rider"“Why Can’t We Be Friends?““Spill the Wine” with Eric Burdon"Cisco Kid"“Slippin’ Into Darkness"“All Day Music"“Summer"“The World is a Ghetto"“Me and Baby Brother"“Galaxy”...

Artists are filled with inspiration. Not only are their works of art a source of influence for other artists, their words can be as well. Many of the old masters of the art world were quoted during their lives and these words can hold true to artists today. When we study art, these quotations can give us insight into the thought process of these great painters and philosophers. It’s a quick glimpse into their world, almost as if you’re their student....

Is it ok to use nitro fuel in a nitro RC car since it has a lower nitro content than what a nitro RC is used to running? Will the different nitro fuel percentage damage the engine? Fuel for Your Specific RC Whether or not a change in fuel will hurt your RC depends on the recommended fuel for your specific RC, the brand, and the amount of percentage difference. Nitro fuel has three main components: methanol, nitromethane, and oil along with additives such as anti-corrosion agents or degumming, agents added by the various fuel manufacturers....

Anyone who hopes to become a special operator at U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) must excel in certain fitness tests. It’s not for the weak-willed, as selection programs may require more than a year of continuing training. In addition, each service and their special operations ground units have differing criteria. Here’s what you need to know about special forces PT tests. Army To enter Special Forces Assessment and Selection (SFAS), candidates must pass a three-week test begin the Special Forces Qualification Course (Q Course):...