Inspiration Mobile Connects United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland
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Charlotte, NC – Inspiration Mobile, the turnkey mobile solution from The Inspiration Networks, has been selected as the service provider for the United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland’s (UBFOGC) new mobile text daily messages, it was announced today. The service, “UBFOGC Mobile,” will deliver daily inspirational messages to subscribers from renowned mental health educator, psychologist, and author Dr. Gwendolyn Goldsby Grant. To access “UBFOGC Mobile,” subscribers can text “UBFOGC” to “40653” or visit www.ubfogc.org and click on the “UBFOGC Mobile” button. The service is available in the continental United States through most wireless carriers.
Celeste Terry, the assistant executive director for the United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland, said that a portion of the proceeds from subscriptions will be used to support the more than 80 agencies in the Greater Cleveland area that the organization funds annually. “The launch of UBFOGC Mobile ushers in a new era of soliciting donor support for our organization. This service is a great option for donors who want to lend their support in a non-traditional way. They now have the unique opportunity to contribute financially to local non-profits that serve thousands of children, families, and seniors, and receive encouraging messages from one of the most respected counselors and motivators in the country – Dr. Gwendolyn Goldsby Grant.”
Bill Airy, COO for The Inspiration Networks, said that UBFOGC Mobile exemplifies how mobile messaging can be used by non-profits and faith-based organizations to stay connected with their publics. “There are more than 219 million cell phone users in the U.S. alone. Non-profit and faith-based organizations that are seeking innovative ways to stay connected with their members or donors can benefit greatly from Inspiration Mobile. It is a creative, cost-effective solution that delivers results.”
While the use of new technology mediums such as mobile messaging is a main priority for the United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland, Terry said that using new technology solutions is still a rarity for most African American non-profits. “As an African American organization, we’re always striving to stay relevant in our industry and in our community. Inspiration Mobile empowers us to do just that. We have placed ourselves in a better position to sustain our organization and effectively serve the community in the Greater Cleveland area. We are on the cutting-edge.”
In the daily text messages from UBFOGC Mobile, Dr. Goldsby Grant will draw on her experiences as a psychologist, lecturer, author, and advice columnist to deliver insightful tips that span a variety of topics, including: forgiveness, motivation, recovering from mistakes, losing the victim mentality, and more. A frequent lecturer to women and African American organizations, churches, and corporations, Dr. Goldsby Grant has appeared on Oprah Winfrey, CNN, and Black Entertainment Television. She also is the advice columnist for Essence Magazine.
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Inspiration Mobile was launched in November 2006 as one of the new technology initiatives of The Inspiration Networks. Other mobile services available through Inspiration Mobile include: “Inspiration Today! Mobile” (www.insptoday.com); “Steelroots Mobile” (www.steelroots.com); “Vessel Fitness Mobile” (www.vesselfitness.com); the Inspiration Mobile Web storefront featuring the Free Kid’s Zone sponsored by “Discovery Jones Expeditions” (www.inspiration.net); and the “Power Up!” daily text devotional from Sports Spectrum Magazine (www.sportsspectrum.com).
Organizations interested in finding out more about Inspiration Mobile can contact Valerie Williams at 704.561.7766 or vwilliams@insp.com.
Celeste Terry, the assistant executive director for the United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland, said that a portion of the proceeds from subscriptions will be used to support the more than 80 agencies in the Greater Cleveland area that the organization funds annually. “The launch of UBFOGC Mobile ushers in a new era of soliciting donor support for our organization. This service is a great option for donors who want to lend their support in a non-traditional way. They now have the unique opportunity to contribute financially to local non-profits that serve thousands of children, families, and seniors, and receive encouraging messages from one of the most respected counselors and motivators in the country – Dr. Gwendolyn Goldsby Grant.”
Bill Airy, COO for The Inspiration Networks, said that UBFOGC Mobile exemplifies how mobile messaging can be used by non-profits and faith-based organizations to stay connected with their publics. “There are more than 219 million cell phone users in the U.S. alone. Non-profit and faith-based organizations that are seeking innovative ways to stay connected with their members or donors can benefit greatly from Inspiration Mobile. It is a creative, cost-effective solution that delivers results.”
While the use of new technology mediums such as mobile messaging is a main priority for the United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland, Terry said that using new technology solutions is still a rarity for most African American non-profits. “As an African American organization, we’re always striving to stay relevant in our industry and in our community. Inspiration Mobile empowers us to do just that. We have placed ourselves in a better position to sustain our organization and effectively serve the community in the Greater Cleveland area. We are on the cutting-edge.”
In the daily text messages from UBFOGC Mobile, Dr. Goldsby Grant will draw on her experiences as a psychologist, lecturer, author, and advice columnist to deliver insightful tips that span a variety of topics, including: forgiveness, motivation, recovering from mistakes, losing the victim mentality, and more. A frequent lecturer to women and African American organizations, churches, and corporations, Dr. Goldsby Grant has appeared on Oprah Winfrey, CNN, and Black Entertainment Television. She also is the advice columnist for Essence Magazine.
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Inspiration Mobile was launched in November 2006 as one of the new technology initiatives of The Inspiration Networks. Other mobile services available through Inspiration Mobile include: “Inspiration Today! Mobile” (www.insptoday.com); “Steelroots Mobile” (www.steelroots.com); “Vessel Fitness Mobile” (www.vesselfitness.com); the Inspiration Mobile Web storefront featuring the Free Kid’s Zone sponsored by “Discovery Jones Expeditions” (www.inspiration.net); and the “Power Up!” daily text devotional from Sports Spectrum Magazine (www.sportsspectrum.com).
Organizations interested in finding out more about Inspiration Mobile can contact Valerie Williams at 704.561.7766 or vwilliams@insp.com.