37 Forever Foundation: Last Call - Page 3

**Bob Dole** · 06-03-2006, 06:46 PM

It is with a heavy heart that I post this information, and it's serious enough that I'm going to drop the third person schtick long enough to communicate it.

The current board of directors of 37 Forever Foundation has decided that we can no longer try to make a go of things, and unless some others (minimum of 3, I believe) wish to sign on and accept responsibility for the foundation, we will soon be disbanding 37 Forever as a legal entity. We've managed to accomplish some things in the past few years, but we feel that we, as a leadership group, have accomplished all that we're going to be able to accomplish, and the time has come to either hand over the reigns, or dissolve the charity. We're scatterd around the country and all of us have other responsibilities, and we are simply unable to devote the time and energy necessary to get over the hump. (It's probably not a bad idea to point out at this point that none of us ever claimed to have any particular expertise in this sort of thing, which certainly would have helped...)

If people care enough and have the time and energy to devote to a cause I firmly believe to be a good one, now is the time to step forward.

If not, we've put some children through lessons and I believe played a large role in securing Joe a spot in the Chiefs Ring of Fame, which should ensure that never again will anyone have to ask: What about Joe Delaney?

**Bob Dole** · 06-04-2006, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by PastorMikH

Does Joe have any kids that would be able to step in now to head things up? Looks to me like they could garner more attention for the orgaganization that remembers their dad (along with the help of the fans that have worked to build the 37forever organization though) than just the fans alone can do.

Just a thought.

Without going in to detail, Joe's family is not a viable option.

Monkeylook4food · 06-04-2006, 09:32 PM

Our by-laws call for the money to go to a local children's charity. The money will stay in the communities in which it was raised.

go bo · 06-04-2006, 09:35 PM

just curious, why is it necessary to dissolve the 501(c)3?

can't you just let it lay fallow, as it were?

in the remote possibility that someone else down the line might take up the reins, it would be a shame to see the 501(c)3 status just fade away...

it took somebody a lot of time and a fair amount of money to obtain that status with the irs and it has value (which may be of use with a bit of luck)...

just my $.02...

PastorMikH · 06-04-2006, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob Dole

Without going in to detail, Joe's family is not a viable option.

Gotcha.

PastorMikH · 06-04-2006, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by go bo

just curious, why is it necessary to dissolve the 501(c)3?

can't you just let it lay fallow, as it were?

in the remote possibility that someone else down the line might take up the reins, it would be a shame to see the 501(c)3 status just fade away...

it took somebody a lot of time and a fair amount of money to obtain that status with the irs and it has value (which may be of use with a bit of luck)...

just my $.02...

What makes you think that you know about this stuff gramps? Just sit over there in the corner and be quite. The nurse will be by in a little bit to take you to crafts, 'Kay?

**Iowanian** · 06-04-2006, 09:48 PM

well...

Someone should say it, so I will.

I know those working on the board, have given alot of free time and effort to gain the success 37forever has to date, and I do consider it successful. Thanks for that. I'm not in the area, and don't have the time to pick up the slack, so there is not much I can really do.

I think its a shame to see something with so much potential, to do so much good disolve.

We've spoken of it before....but I still think it would be a good idea if sustained members of this board, were able to prove a need, provide a resource(pool director et al) to fund lessons for underprivileged kids in the region.

Hopefully, a responsible party with time and ambition will be able to step forward and keep pulling the load. If not....

It was worth the effort.

Monkeylook4food · 06-04-2006, 10:01 PM

You should speak with Scott, Iowanian. I know you have a couple local kids that specifically needed swimming lessons. Maybe he'll okay some funding. I don't know. I no longer run the thing.

Stinger · 06-04-2006, 10:05 PM

My question to those who have served with or on the board of the 37 Foundation is what are/were you trying to do. Were you trying to fund a program that would or could be picked up by area swimming or youth organizations on water safety? Or were you just providing funds for area youth organizations to conduct water safety courses?

**BigRedChief** · 06-05-2006, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Monkeylook4food

You should speak with Scott, Iowanian. I know you have a couple local kids that specifically needed swimming lessons. Maybe he'll okay some funding. I don't know. I no longer run the thing.

Who are you? Did you have a previous name on here?

StcChief · 06-05-2006, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by BigRedChief

Who are you? Did you have a previous name on here?

Think it's Phobia

Logical · 06-05-2006, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by nm_dbf

Think it's Phobia

It is, he is running an experiment on how new posters are treated.

StcChief · 06-05-2006, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Logical

It is, he is running an experiment on how new posters are treated.

I thought so after reading a few threads.... style seemed the same.

If he's looking for 'stupid n00b' comments, he shouldn't have trouble finding them, of course some fit that bill.

tomahawk kid · 06-05-2006, 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stinger

My question to those who have served with or on the board of the 37 Foundation is what are/were you trying to do. Were you trying to fund a program that would or could be picked up by area swimming or youth organizations on water safety? Or were you just providing funds for area youth organizations to conduct water safety courses?

That would be my questions as well.

To echo other comments, I think it would be a shame to see this go away.

What were the biggest issues coupled with your end goal?

Coach · 06-05-2006, 02:12 PM

Hopefully there'll be a 37 Forever Foundation. Not only that it's important to remember Joe and what courage he did for the kids, also to help teach kids how to swim. It's also very important to remember that meeting other CP members are also fun and, even though I was a n00b last year, I had a great time, getting to know some of the fellas/gals. I think that it's important for us to at least continue our friendships, or build new friendships.

booger · 06-05-2006, 04:30 PM

First off, I hope this doesn't have to end, but even if It does I'd like to take the time to say that it is and was an excellent thing that everyone involved did with this.

Even though I havn't been involved personally I've admired from afar the time and effort a bunch of chiefs fans and what everyone has done with this. Impressive to say the least.

It looks like you are looking for people to take this over and keep it going. I don't have any knowlege of this stuff or any experience in any thing like it. But I would like to throw out a few ideas. Like I said, I no nothing of this type of venture but a few things popped into my head while viewing the thread.

If the goal is to keep the Foundation alive and at least the name of it out there what about talking with someone with the organization?
The only things I know of about the team charities is what I read on the team website and occassional coverage within the KC Star. Are any of you familiar with or have had any contact with the team community relations department or their director Brenda Sniezek?

I don't know but maybe there are players out there that need ideas on what to do with starting up their own foundations. Most of the players take experiences that happened in thier lives and base that on their foundations. Others are started based upon just helping out those in need in general situations.

You have the big names out there but what about the guys that are just hanging on to their spots on the roster each year. Or the new players. I know they have something they call the rookie club that they do with rookies each year to introduce them to community and charitable relations. Heck you even see some of the practice squad players or young vets taking part in these functions.

I guess I don't know what your thoughts are on keeping things going. Maybe there is some way to tie the foundations name and incorporate it into another foundation?

I really don't know what to see other than good luck with everything. Since I am not familiar with anything like this my ideas may seem stupid and I am sure there is alot more to the process and behind the scenes in keeping this going.

Just thought I'd throw this out there.

Congrats on what everyone has accomplished. Something you should all be very proud of. Best of luck with this.

06-03-2006, 06:46 PM
Bob Dole King Shit of **** Mountain Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Texarkana, Texas Casino cash: $2674497	37 Forever Foundation: Last Call It is with a heavy heart that I post this information, and it's serious enough that I'm going to drop the third person schtick long enough to communicate it. The current board of directors of 37 Forever Foundation has decided that we can no longer try to make a go of things, and unless some others (minimum of 3, I believe) wish to sign on and accept responsibility for the foundation, we will soon be disbanding 37 Forever as a legal entity. We've managed to accomplish some things in the past few years, but we feel that we, as a leadership group, have accomplished all that we're going to be able to accomplish, and the time has come to either hand over the reigns, or dissolve the charity. We're scatterd around the country and all of us have other responsibilities, and we are simply unable to devote the time and energy necessary to get over the hump. (It's probably not a bad idea to point out at this point that none of us ever claimed to have any particular expertise in this sort of thing, which certainly would have helped...) If people care enough and have the time and energy to devote to a cause I firmly believe to be a good one, now is the time to step forward. If not, we've put some children through lessons and I believe played a large role in securing Joe a spot in the Chiefs Ring of Fame, which should ensure that never again will anyone have to ask: What about Joe Delaney?
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06-04-2006, 09:32 PM	#32
Monkeylook4food Starter Join Date: May 2006 Casino cash: $10004900	Our by-laws call for the money to go to a local children's charity. The money will stay in the communities in which it was raised.
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06-04-2006, 09:35 PM	#33
go bo Flop = Man of Steel!! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: independence Casino cash: $10016405	just curious, why is it necessary to dissolve the 501(c)3? can't you just let it lay fallow, as it were? in the remote possibility that someone else down the line might take up the reins, it would be a shame to see the 501(c)3 status just fade away... it took somebody a lot of time and a fair amount of money to obtain that status with the irs and it has value (which may be of use with a bit of luck)... just my $.02...
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06-04-2006, 09:48 PM	#36
Iowanian Supporter Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Utopia Casino cash: $4818454	well... Someone should say it, so I will. I know those working on the board, have given alot of free time and effort to gain the success 37forever has to date, and I do consider it successful. Thanks for that. I'm not in the area, and don't have the time to pick up the slack, so there is not much I can really do. I think its a shame to see something with so much potential, to do so much good disolve. We've spoken of it before....but I still think it would be a good idea if sustained members of this board, were able to prove a need, provide a resource(pool director et al) to fund lessons for underprivileged kids in the region. Hopefully, a responsible party with time and ambition will be able to step forward and keep pulling the load. If not.... It was worth the effort.
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06-04-2006, 10:01 PM	#37
Monkeylook4food Starter Join Date: May 2006 Casino cash: $10004900	You should speak with Scott, Iowanian. I know you have a couple local kids that specifically needed swimming lessons. Maybe he'll okay some funding. I don't know. I no longer run the thing.
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06-04-2006, 10:05 PM	#38
Stinger Bazinga Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Springfield, MO Casino cash: $4344507	My question to those who have served with or on the board of the 37 Foundation is what are/were you trying to do. Were you trying to fund a program that would or could be picked up by area swimming or youth organizations on water safety? Or were you just providing funds for area youth organizations to conduct water safety courses? __________________
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06-05-2006, 02:12 PM	#44
Coach Champs! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Kansas City Casino cash: $5988476	Hopefully there'll be a 37 Forever Foundation. Not only that it's important to remember Joe and what courage he did for the kids, also to help teach kids how to swim. It's also very important to remember that meeting other CP members are also fun and, even though I was a n00b last year, I had a great time, getting to know some of the fellas/gals. I think that it's important for us to at least continue our friendships, or build new friendships. __________________ Super Bowl IV, LIV, LVII & LVIII Champions 2020, 2021, 2023, & 2024 AFC Champions 1985 & 2015 Major League Baseball World Series Champions 1980, 1985, 2014, & 2015 Major League Baseball American League Champions 2015 American League Central Division Champs
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06-05-2006, 04:30 PM	#45
booger Don't Tug on Superman's Cape Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: clear out in the sticks Casino cash: $1598550	First off, I hope this doesn't have to end, but even if It does I'd like to take the time to say that it is and was an excellent thing that everyone involved did with this. Even though I havn't been involved personally I've admired from afar the time and effort a bunch of chiefs fans and what everyone has done with this. Impressive to say the least. It looks like you are looking for people to take this over and keep it going. I don't have any knowlege of this stuff or any experience in any thing like it. But I would like to throw out a few ideas. Like I said, I no nothing of this type of venture but a few things popped into my head while viewing the thread. If the goal is to keep the Foundation alive and at least the name of it out there what about talking with someone with the organization? The only things I know of about the team charities is what I read on the team website and occassional coverage within the KC Star. Are any of you familiar with or have had any contact with the team community relations department or their director Brenda Sniezek? I don't know but maybe there are players out there that need ideas on what to do with starting up their own foundations. Most of the players take experiences that happened in thier lives and base that on their foundations. Others are started based upon just helping out those in need in general situations. You have the big names out there but what about the guys that are just hanging on to their spots on the roster each year. Or the new players. I know they have something they call the rookie club that they do with rookies each year to introduce them to community and charitable relations. Heck you even see some of the practice squad players or young vets taking part in these functions. I guess I don't know what your thoughts are on keeping things going. Maybe there is some way to tie the foundations name and incorporate it into another foundation? I really don't know what to see other than good luck with everything. Since I am not familiar with anything like this my ideas may seem stupid and I am sure there is alot more to the process and behind the scenes in keeping this going. Just thought I'd throw this out there. Congrats on what everyone has accomplished. Something you should all be very proud of. Best of luck with this. __________________ 2 Chronicles 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
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