EOS In The News
May 2012 – EOS Launches $2 for a Better Future campaign
Two Dollars for a Better Future Video Blog
EOS International co-founders Greg McGrath and Wes Meier introduce the $2.00 For a Better Future Campaign, a 20-day social media campaign celebrating the ability that EOS has to improve a life in Nicaragua for just $2.00. Check out the EOS website, www.eosintl.org for more information.
ISU Recognizes EOS Co-founders
Iowa State University recently recognized the outstanding work of two EOS Co-founders, Wes Meier and Chris Deal, in the 2012 STATEment Makers.
Read more about Chris and Wes’ Accomplishments.
http://www.isualum.org/en/awards/statement_makers/2012_iowa_statement_makers
EOS Turns 3!
November 2011
On November 13, 2008, Emerging Opportunities for Sustainability (EOS) International officially became incorporated as an organization. Since then, we have experienced exponential growth in Nicaragua and helped over 10,000 people generate income, drink clean water, live more safely in their homes, and lift themselves from poverty. We could not have done this without the support of our many fans and friends – you! Please join us as we spend 13 days commemorating the impact we’ve made together in Nicaragua, and consider making a birthday gift of $13 on our “Donate” page. We need your support to keep going and growing in Nicaragua!
NEW YouTube Video
Have you been wondering where EOS works, who EOS helps and what the technologies implemented by EOS look like? Now is your chance to get answers to those questions and more. We are excited to debut our first promotional video.
The new video shows the technologies implemented by EOS, explains why EOS is needed, and best of all allows the viewer to experience a portion of Nicaragua and the people helped by EOS.
EOS International: Making an Impact in Nicaragua
Also check out the video on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/user/EOSInternational
United Way Campaign
Does anyone out there work for Target, Wells Fargo, General Mills, Aegon, Allstate, Accenture, 3M, John Deere, Principal Financial Group, Lockheed Martin, Kraft or any leadership companies listed here http://bit.ly/n9qqpS ?? If so, did you know that you can designate your United Way donation to go to EOS International? If your company matches your United Way contribution, this allows you to support your local community while also changing lives in Nicaragua.
It’s so easy. On the United Way pledge card, under “My Choice”, or on a donor designation form, simply write in:
EOS International NFP
3533 W Island Ct
Elk Grove, CA 95758
Our Tax ID or EIN is 26-4080644
Our phone number is: 815-979-0373
Your support of our mission to improve livelihoods with appropriate technology is more important than ever during these challenging times.
Questions? E-mail gregory.mcgrath@eosintl.org or call 815-979-0373.
Director of Outreach needed at EOS International
October 2011
EOS International is looking for passionate individuals with experience in marketing, public relations, and/or graphic design to fill an open Director of Outreach position. Please contact Greg McGrath via e-mail, gregory.mcgrath@eosintl.org, if you are interested in learning about this volunteer role or if you have any questions regarding the position.
EOS Wins McCloskey Award
On April 15, 2011, EOS International competed as a finalist in the University of Notre Dame McCloskey Business Plan Competition hosted by the Gigot Center for Entrepreneurship. The University honored EOS with the Klau Family Greatest Social Impact Award and the accompanying $15,000 prize. EOS also won the Best Elevator Pitch Competition and the Innovation Park at Notre Dame Accelerator Award. EOS is deeply honored by this recognition from the University of Notre Dame and excited to put these resources to work improving livelihoods in Nicaragua.
One Drop Campaign Kicks Off
The EOS One Drop Campaign has started and will continue through Sunday, April 24th. For just $10, EOS International can bring its Small Scale Drip Irrigation system to Nicaraguan farmers, and help them DOUBLE their income. For every $10 increment given, you will have a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card!
Donate today at www.eosintl.org/onedrop.
Honorable Mention for EOS International
EOS volunteers Wes Meier and Rachel Nardini presented in the University of Iowa John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center New Venture Challenge on March 25, 2011. EOS earned an honorable mention in the competition and a $1000 prize. The Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center at Iowa State University awarded EOS $2000 in seed money in 2008, which helped launch the organization.
EOS 2010 Annual Report Released
Our 2010 Annual Report has been released. You can view the report here.
I am happy to say that our team is off to a productive start in 2011. Wes and I both traveled to Nicaragua last month to pursue new technology opportunities and connect with our Nicaragua staff. This team is doing great work day in and day out, providing livfe improving technologies to rural families across Nicaragua. As a result our local operations are thriving and our team is growing. In the US, our Board of Directors and our Development Team have been energized by the addition of new members. Look for more updates coming soon from the EOS Team.
We would like to share a summary of our activities and progress from last year. Attached is our annual report for 2010 highlighting progress achieved as well as information about finances, new faces, and new products that EOS has begun to promote. This was a record year for EOS in terms of people reached, products installed, and funds raised. Most importantly, we were able to establish a sustainable presence in Nicaragua with the hiring of Alvaro Rodriguez, our Country Director.
Thank you for your continued support as we work together to improve livelihoods with appropriate technology.