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Across the Bay to Conquer Cancer was undoubtedly one of the most fun and exciting water-related charities worldwide, where over a hundred kitesurfer every summer dare to cross Port Phillip Bay in a 70km journey. All to raise money and awareness for Cancer. However, the business model was not scalable due to safety and limited size audience. Blending our purpose with our long term strategy took us to transition into what at the time was a relatively new water sport, paddle boarding creating @paddleacrossthebay. A 10km SUP challenge along Port Phillip Bay. Going from 100 participants to 500 in less than 5 years and raising the better part of a million dollars confirmed our thesis. Pivoting doesn't need to be starting all over again, but making subtle adjustments to what you offer and who you offering it to. https://lnkd.in/giBf_7Eq

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What #fundraising lesson can hummingbird watching teach us? On a recent episode of Shark Tank, a couple came to pitch their product, the HummViewer. It's a plastic mask that has three hummingbird feeders that you wear so you can get a literal bird's eye view of these tiny birds. It's a niche product with a very limited audience. But this couple was passionate about the idea and it was felt in their pitch. This could have easily been dismissed, but the Sharks one by one kindly thanked the couple and said that famous phrase, "I'm out." You could see the gradual disappointment on the inventor's face. Except there was one Shark left. He told the story about how his parents loved hummingbirds and when his dad passed away, he and his family saw a hummingbird fly in front of his parents' home one last time. So, every time he sees a hummingbird, he thinks of his father. He made an offer and the rest, as they say, is history. What's the #fundraising moral here? This couple pitched their idea to all of the Sharks. After all, the Sharks have money and they're looking to invest. But the one who really got hooked had a deep personal connection to this very specialized interest. He's the one who invested. So often #nonprofits believe that everyone could be a donor to their important cause because the organization exists. And with 1.5 million nonprofits in the U.S. there's way too much overlap and many, many niche missions. But if this Shark Tank pitch shows us anything (aside from how not to pitch), it's that the people who ultimately invest do so because they personally connect with the organization. Stop chasing after everyone who has money. Focus on the ones who align with what you do. They're the ones who will give at whatever amount they can. And once they become investors in your mission, ask them their story and their connection to your cause. What's their hummingbird moment? #nonprofits #charities #fundraisers #nonprofitmanagement #nonprofitleadership https://lnkd.in/giqrmrtn

Creating Community Impact, One Bowl at a Time 🏌️♂️ Yesterday, TurnBerry Acai had the privilege of being part of something bigger than ourselves. We joined forces with the Canada Shriners Hospital for their 13th Annual Invitational at Summerlea Golf & Country Club. The goal? To raise $1 million for life-changing medical imaging technology that keeps children safe. When we launched TurnBerry Acai 7 months ago, we didn’t just set out to make the best acai bowls in the city — we set out to make a difference. Our mission quickly evolved into "creating an everlasting community impact that transcends acai. One bowl at a time. One city at a time." 🌍 From university campuses to charity events like this one, being there for our community isn’t just a priority—it’s who we are. And no matter how fast we grow, this will never change. Should've prepped the 150 bowls in advance, but I've always been a crash course type of student haha! Could've been a disaster if dad was not here to carry the boat (insert David Goggins)! PS: I was a bit starstruck when I got to meet Montreal Canadiens' legend Chris Nilan haha! Can't forget my Junior A teammate and Hockey Saint-Laurent legend Jaden Lang 🏒 #CommunityImpact #TurnBerryAcai #CanadaShriners #AcaiForACause #GrowthMindset

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In 2021, Jan founded OnPar Now with the intention of providing a golf instruction space to make everyone feel welcome. She took a risk leaving Corporate America to do something she felt passionate about and hasn’t looked back since. Click to learn more about why OnPar Now was founded. https://lnkd.in/e_Wpp6uj #golf #pittsburgh #indoorgolf #empowerment #womensempowerment #womeninsports #WomensSmallBusinessMonth

Check out this short video clip from our pickleball event last night at Chicken N Pickle. Thanks to everyone who came out for some pickleball fun. Special thanks to our sponsors Pearson Legal, PC, BELFOR Property Restoration, and Dane Street! Click on the link below to get in contact with us about sponsorships. #riskmanagement #riskprofessionals #RIMS #dfwrims https://lnkd.in/gusjqfuv

GoGoosey is my friend's company. She creates a quick-drying onesie that means you don't have to dress and change your kids after the pool, swimming pool, or splash park. If you are a parent, this is an obvious Godsend for easily the worst part about taking your kids from a swim. But now she has launched a Kickstarter because adults (surfers, swimmers, paddleboarders, etc.) also can't be bothered to get changed after their sport. So here it is - the Kickstarter for her unique onesie for women (men's version comes later). Launching a new physical product line in a burgeoning business is incredibly difficult. Supporting this Kickstarter, basically by pre-ordering the onesie, will allow her to add a product line to the successful kid's products and help the business go to the next level. Pledges include discount codes for any of the existing products as well. So if you or any of your family love the water it might be worth a look. #swimming #surfing #gogoosey https://lnkd.in/esWYbiJc