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Marlie Whittle always had a heart for environmental protection. But her path to becoming an environmental change maker evolved gradually. It’s been a pleasure to work alongside her and now to see her be an environmental leader. Read her story to witness and be inspired by the coming together of passion, action and impact. We need more change makers like Marlie at the forefront, fighting for our environment. #InspiringChangeMakers #InspiringChange #EnvironmentalProtection

Marlie Whittle - The change maker whose story we’re bringing to you this month! 🥳 We’re excited to share Marlie’s trajectory from working at M & M International Inc. to cultivating her passion for the environment and continuing to create impact at Ecojustice Canada. 🌱 Stay tuned to read a story of passion, action and impact. ⭐️ #InspiringChangeMakers #ComingSoon #InspiringStories

In a world that often seems filled with insurmountable challenges, nonprofits stand as beacons of hope, tirelessly working towards building a better future. Your organization's vision is the guiding star that directs this journey—a vivid picture of the world you're striving to create. 💫 But how do you translate grand visions and big dreams into tangible outcomes and real-life impacts, especially when those big plans require significant financial backing? In a struggling economy, securing funds to realize your nonprofit's vision can seem like an uphill battle. 🐢 In our recent article, we share four ways to compel engagement and support for your vision and create lasting impact. Click the link to read more.👇🏼 https://lnkd.in/eYwhCDny #organizationalgrowth #communityengagement #fundraisingstrategy #nonprofitsector #ThoughtLeadership

A well-organized and strategic fundraising plan is critical for success. Yet many nonprofits might overlook its importance when they have volunteers, a host committee and some donor meetings. Once you have a plan, it will become your go-to when referring to the fundraising calendar, when you need guidance on a strategy or when you need to redirect your time and energy into the most fruitful strategies. In short, it will help you get to your mission with more ease. 💪🏽 As overwhelming as a fundraising plan may seem, here are a few non-negotiables that will guide you in the right direction when starting out: 🎯 Annual fundraising goal: How much money does your organization need to continue bringing your mission to life? 🌱 Your mission: Too often the mission and the ‘why’ behind your fundraising efforts gets buried under everything else. Reiterate your mission. Lay it in the foundation of your fundraising plan. 📈 Tactics/Strategies: The ‘how’ of the plan is as important as the ‘why’. Spending time on a strategy that isn’t the right fit for your mission won’t bring about any results. Think about major donors, events, direct mail, grants, online giving, multi-year gifts, events and individual giving. ⏳ Timeline: A sticky spot for many nonprofits, the timeline can often be the setback in your fundraising efforts. A critical path involving dates for the above-mentioned strategy will keep the ball rolling and make your mission more tangible. Need some help brainstorming a plan for your next fundraising campaign? Schedule a complimentary consultation to discover the solutions that will fuel your mission. 👇🏼 Visit https://lnkd.in/eYF5v8Un #fundraisingplan #fundraisingfornonprofit #philanthropy #bringingmissiontolife

We love this piece of advice by Adam Gordon in our first Inspiring Change Makers story! 🫶🏼 If you’re interested in doing campaign fundraising, either as a professional or as a volunteer, Adam recommends considering the following questions: 1. Do you have a passion or connection to the mission and vision of the project and organization? 2. Is the goal clear and measurable? 3. Do you have access to people who have “been there, done that”? Tell us your answers in the comment section below. 👇🏼 Let’s get you ready to make your corner of the world better. 🌎✨ #InspiringChangeMakers #CampaignFundraising #NonprofitLeaders #InspiredAction #KnowYourWhy

We are thrilled to begin our Inspiring Change Makers series with Adam Gordon! 🥳 Adam’s leadership during his time as St. Aidan’s Strong Roots, New Season Campaign Committee Chair has been nothing short of exemplary. 🥇 We’ve loved working alongside him to help St. Aidan’s raise over $630,000 towards community programs and urgent infrastructure needs. Adam weaves purpose in every role he takes up, be it as the director of Gordon's Downsizing & Estate Services Ltd. or St. Aidan's in the Beach. Read our first story to know how being aware of the ‘why’ can help you succeed if you’re interested in doing campaign fundraising, either as a professional or as a volunteer. 👇🏽 https://lnkd.in/eMFmW3zU #InspiringChangeMakers #NewSeriesAlert #InspiringChange #NonprofitLeaders

Introducing our new Inspiring Change Makers series! Every month, we will spotlight the interesting and impactful work of nonprofits and leaders who have worked alongside M&M International to serve the community good. As part of our commitment to “bring mission to life,” this storytelling series offers an opportunity for change makers to share their insights and perspectives with others who are interested in making a difference – and inspire a new generation of change makers. Are you ready to be inspired? More than that, are you ready to be a change maker, too? #InspiringChangeMakers #NewSeries #NonprofitLeaders #BringingMissionToLife

National Indigenous Peoples Day- A day to acknowledge, celebrate and reflect. Indigenous Peoples in Canada continue to face significant challenges like systemic discrimination, loss of land and the ongoing impacts of residential schools. The struggles of First Nations, Inuit and Métis highlight why we need continued efforts towards reconciliation, justice, and equality. Today also brings the opportunity to celebrate their resilience, culture and traditions. But more than that, today we also reflect on how we can actively show our support and honour Indigenous Peoples’ traditions. M&M international endeavours to walk along side to understand and support Indigenous Peoples. In giving 1% of our revenue to an Indigenous led charity, we hope to lead by example. We ask that other organizations consider doing what they can to acknowledge, celebrate and reflect as well. #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay

Did you know that 31% of volunteers took the virtual route to helping out in the past year? Virtual volunteering opens up more opportunities to make a difference without worrying about the geographical aspect. We share the places where you can look to be a virtual volunteer, the roles you can expect to find, the skills you need to create impact, the benefits of volunteering virtually and what you can expect going in. Head over to our website to read the ultimate virtual volunteering guide by clicking on the below. We hope you choose to give your time and effort to a cause, even if it is from afar.  #virtualvolunteering #skillsforvirtualvolunteering #nonprofitsector #fundraising

Over the last 20 years, we’ve served over 370 non-profit organizations and 98% have reached their financial goals. 💸 Managing Director, Martha Asselin shares the top 3️⃣ things she keeps in mind when forecasting the achievability of a fundraising campaign goal: 💪🏽 Assess the Strength of Your Case: For Martha, a comprehensive study is paramount. She evaluates the strength of a nonprofit’s Case based on donor and stakeholder interest and can then determine their fundraising goal more accurately. She identifies donor priorities, gauges philanthropic interest, and ensures alignment with potential donors' key values. 🙋🏻♀️ Volunteer Participation Matters: In the last almost 2 decades, Martha has observed that if donors are willing to give their time to a goal as volunteers, they’re more likely to give their financial support as well. Understanding if potential donors are willing to contribute their time as volunteers can make a huge difference. 🚀 Does your goal resonate with your donors? It's not just about aiming high; it's about being realistic and attainable. Martha emphasizes the importance of gauging donor willingness which is a reflection of the importance of your plan in their philanthropic giving. After working with numerous nonprofits, she believes a successful goal requires at least 80% donor buy-in on the plans and the attainability of the goal. Understanding your donors' commitment is key to setting achievable targets. Follow us for more informational nuggets about fundraising in the nonprofit sector! 🎖️ #fundraising #nonprofitfundraisingcampaigns #forecastingfundraisinggoals #philanthropicsector #nonprofitphilanthropy