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  1 0 Non-profit work will never pay as much as the private sector. BMGF pays better than anyone else, but it still doesn't equal consulting for accenture, etc. So, the most important thing in choosing a non-profit is finding one where you can go in EVERY SINGLE DAY believing in the goals, and feeling like you are making a difference toward reaching them. If overseas work is going to make you feel detached from the community, BMGF is NOT a good place to work. On the other hand, if you feel like even the homeless in this city have it better than the abjectly poor in some other countries, you had best steer clear of United Way. Etc. It is a cliche, but an especially important one in the lower-paying non-profit sector: Choose a job you love to do. Adam answered in Jobs & Education about 1 year ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 It would help to know what kind of job you're looking for and what you're qualifications are. From what I've heard, the Gates Foundation (as just one example) is only interested in very low level administrative staff or non-profit professionals who have been in the business for years and years. Do you want to work with kids? Do you want to help the homeless? Do you have a degree in social work or other applicable field? keshmeshi answered in Jobs & Education about 1 year ago | Report 1 comment by sassygrrl… 0 0 I've worked at two non profits where I lived in Georgia. I have a degree in English. I'm still trying to figure out what kind of job I'm looking for. I did work for a homeless shelter at one of my previous jobs. sassygrrl commented about 1 year ago | Report Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 Ditto on it depending what your interests and skills are, but I know people who've been happy at PATH, ACRS (Asian Counseling and Referral Service), and Community Health Plan of Washington, and they all pay well for non-profits. There are lots of wonderful small local organizations in Seattle that keep their employees happy with good work and thoughtful management (and lots that do not!), but the pay is often painfully low. Depending on your level of experience, though, you might prefer to start with one of these as there is often more room to quickly take on new responsibilities and work your way up. Larger, more corporateish nonprofits are more likely to pigeonhole you, so if you start in an entry level or admin position it can be a struggle to transition to a more position with more responsibility. elenita answered in Jobs & Education about 1 year ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 The ones you care about Biju answered in Jobs & Education about 1 year ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 BMGF is so hard to get a foot in the door unless you're a scientist or get placed there temping, then apply for a position. Casey's great to work for if you're interested in helping youth in foster care. cd answered in Jobs & Education about 1 year ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 The "BEST" meaning what? Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation might be best from an employee 'best to work for' standpoint, but I'd suggest you start with looking at WHAT area you want to make a difference in: Do you really want to make a dent against teen homelessness? Work for Orion Center/Youthcare. Hate to see foreign kiddies die of malaria? B&MGF might be better. And so on... Rev.Enant answered in Jobs & Education about 1 year ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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  0 0 http://www.youthcare.org/ I've had family members work at youthcare, specifically the Orion center. That's my endorsement, they have their mess together and there are a lot of creative opportunities available. Lukeiscool answered in Jobs & Education about 1 year ago | Report Comment on this answer Enter your comment or ask a new question preview THIS IS A PREVIEW: Click "Post" to submit it or "Edit" to make changes. edit Please wait… This could take a minute if the tubes are clogged.

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