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𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀? 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗠𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗗𝗜! Let's face it, folks - sometimes fundraising feels less like Oprah giving away cars and more like...well, let's just say it doesn't spark the same level of joy. But what if you could cultivate genuine connections with your donors, leaving them feeling appreciated and inspired - just like Oprah's audience? That's the power of the Donor Delight Index (DDI)! It helps you measure and nurture those positive emotions that fuel lasting donor relationships. **Stay tuned for more on the DDI, or comment below with your best Oprah impression! ** #FeelingMetrics #FundraisingFun #OprahVibes #DonorLove #DDI #NonprofitHumor

𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀? 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗠𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗗𝗜! Let's face it, folks - sometimes fundraising feels less like Oprah giving away cars and more like...well, let's just say it doesn't spark the same level of joy. But what if you could cultivate genuine connections with your donors, leaving them feeling appreciated and inspired - just like Oprah's audience? That's the power of the Donor Delight Index (DDI)! It helps you measure and nurture those positive emotions that fuel lasting donor relationships. **Stay tuned for more on the DDI, or comment below with your best Oprah impression! ** #FeelingMetrics #FundraisingFun #OprahVibes #DonorLove #DDI #NonprofitHumor

Looking to give to a non-profit that's doing important work in the Worcester community this #GivingTuesday? Look no further than Mari Gonzalez's org, El Buen Samaritano (EBS) - they're an independently-owned food pantry whose mission is to help keep folks in need, fed. For those of us who have worked in Worcester, MA before, we have witnessed many holding signs indicating that they're hungry and need support. This is your chance to give to an org. that empowers folks in our local community by giving them the food and support they need. Give today. *PSA: I believe that social marketers who know how to bring more eyes to brands on social should use their platform to do good. Prepare to see more posts like this on my page heading into 2025...

Words matter. There's a great episode of the office where Michael tries to get pizza for everyone in the office. After ordering the pizza, he realizes that he ordered from Pizza by Alfredo instead of Alfredo's Pizza Cafe. The office erupts into complaints as he realizes he got the vastly inferior pizza. It might seem insignificant, but small changes in wording matter. For example, when asking for a multi-year commitment, a request of $100,000/year for 3 years is very different than a request for $100,000 over 3 years. Sometimes when you ask a donor for a large gift over a period of years, it can be easy for them to misunderstand or miss the details. Next time you're asking for a significant gift, give the donor something in writing detailing your request with the amount, timing, and any other helpful details. Having something in writing has multiple benefits, including CLARITY! #OneVisitAway #MajorGiftMillions #nonprofits #philanthropy

Giving Tuesday is just around the corner! 👀 If you’re feeling the time crunch, don’t worry - there’s still time to fine-tune your campaign for maximum impact. Swipe through for last-minute implementable tips that can make a big difference. Looking for personalized advice? DM us to book a consulting call and ensure you’re on track for a successful Giving Tuesday. 🚀 #GivingTuesday #NonprofitTips #FundraisingSuccess #CommunicationsStrategy #SunflowerCommunications

We are excited to partner up with Sexy Pizza this month for a giveback day! Head over to the Sexy Pizza on South Pearl, or call in an order to show your support for Envision:You on Tuesday, July 16th! 15% of ALL DAY sales including carryout, delivery or dine-in will graciously go back to support Envision:You programs. What a perfect day for some pizza! 🍕 . . . . #nonprofit #lgbtqmentalhealth #sexypizzadenver #colorado #fundraiser . [Image Description 1[ On a white background there is red and white checkered border, similar to an old style pizza box. In the middle of the image there is a giant slice of pizza with a smaller one underneath. The Envision:You and Sexy Pizza logos are on the sides of the pizza. The text at the top is in black and says "Giveback Day." The text below is in red and says "Donating 15% of sales ALL DAY for carryout, delivery, & dine-in." The text at the bottom is in black and is the address of the Sexy Pizza location. "1579 S Pearl St. Denver, CO 80210."] End Description.]

Dear 'Institutes pushing sponsored Executive Programme DMs on LinkedIn', Great job personalizing your messages with the name, title, and the works! But let’s take it a step further, shall we? Pro tip: Please don’t tell a nonprofit professional to “master a skill for higher profits...” It is like offering a vegan a steak recipe. Appreciate the chuckle, though 🙃 #ExecutiveProgrammes #NonProfitLife #ContextMatters #TargetBetter #MidDayHumor

Giving Tuesday is just around the corner, but it’s not too late to make an impact. In this Quick Tip video, I share three simple steps to help you pull together a meaningful Giving Tuesday campaign using resources you already have. #GivingTuesday #NonprofitTips #ArtsAndCulture

I need some help from my financial planner and brokerage friends, here. Solve this mystery for me in two parts... 1) Tell me why this is a problem. 2) Tell me how to solve it. In both institutions I've worked for and in every nonprofit I've volunteered with, we have--with varying frequencies--received gifts of "mystery stock." Fundraisers, you know what I mean. This is when it's year-end, and our finance offices tell us we have received 50 shares of Pepsi stock, but we don't know where it came from. We all rack our brains to think of who might have sent Pepsi stock. We know our donors' kids' names, we know if they're of age to receive RMDs, we know what kind of cars they drive, where they vacation, what inspires them to give--but often we have no idea what type of stock they might give us. Brokerages and finance friends--we KNOW you know who directed this transaction...so where does that information go missing? How is their name not attached to the stock gift? What can we do differently to make sure we know who sent the stock stork with this special delivery? #highered #philanthropy #stockgifts #nonprofit

Friday Joy Report: 🤗 The very best part of my job includes celebrating 🎉 the wins of my clients. I get a front-row seat to their incredible passion, commitment and HARD WORK! 🗣 This week, a client shared how the tools and strategies she is learning through our Veritus Group Academy training and weekly coaching sessions has made her much more confident and positive about her role as a fundraiser. She is leaning into a donor-centered approach and finding great JOY 🧡 in connecting with her donors. Rather than chase donors with little interest in engaging, she's focusing her time and efforts on those donors who truly want to connect. Her good work is paying off with additional gifts to the organization and, more importantly, deeper relationships with her donors and increased trust. WIN! Fundraising is not for the faint of heart, and some days (or years) can be incredibly challenging and discouraging, especially if we are focused on the wrong metrics. Without a proven process or strategy, confidence can easily be lost. When you truly care about your donors and honor their interests and passions, that's where the magic can happen. ❓ What new strategy or process have you learned that revolutionized the way you do your work, bringing a renewed sense of joy and confidence? #Joy #Fundraising #Learning #GrowthMindset #Confidence