Pros
I loved the team I worked with five years ago. We did good things until my boss was forced out for no reason.
Cons
Today, I am ashamed to be with a non-profit that gets donor dollars by claiming full credit for medical break-throughs and health programs to which it has contributed VERY little. In fact, the money raised goes to fat executive salaries, large hidden benefits and incentives, lavish entertainment and travel and other wasteful spending. The Board and Volunteer Committees must be enjoying some this excess to allow it to continue. Senior executives rule by judging staff on appearance, clothing and how quickly they agree to support the current status quo with a smile on their face. Sadly, there are very few professional or qualified people in most positions. And, those of us who haven't drunk the kool-aid put in extensive hours in an attempt to do the work they don't - garnering jeers instead of recognition. I've got my resume on the street and hope to leave before the pigeons come home to roost and the AHA is publicly exposed for its poor management of funds and people. If you really wish to help fight heart disease and stroke, donate your dollars and give your talents to a research, educational or fund-raising team tied to a teaching hospital or medical university.