This first NGO assignment follows the instructions for the activity in Chapter 1

This first NGO assignment follows the instructions for the activity in Chapter 1 (p. 37) as outlined. However, select four (4) organizations: two (2) from the following list and two (2) of your own selection. The activity asks for a chart or graphic or matrix to list the characteristics referenced at the bottom of the page. In addition, the assignment should also include a short narrative (min 200-250 words) about the organization (preferably not cut & paste from a website). 
Select 2 from this list:
1. Mexican American Legal Defense Fund (MALDEF)
2. American Cancer Society
3. American Humane Society
4. Boy Scouts of America
5. American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
6. American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
7. Green Peace
8. Get Out the Vote
Additional information/questions to address:
Does the organization engage in any form of policy/political/government engagement? If yes, how so?
What type of benefits does the organization provide? Describe.
Does the organization engage in any “cause marketing” or partnership with other sectors? Describe.
Format:
Title page.
Include a title for your work.
Font: Cambria or Times New Roman, size 12
Narrartive and matrix.
DO & DON’T sample assignments are available to review and serve as a reference or guide on possible ways to organize and present your work. The expectation is to present the information on the NGOs/NPs in an organized manner … be innovative.