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Here's something new to get involved in, for those interested in #history, #flying, #nonprofit or #philanthropy, #technology or #art. A little something for everyone! I have a meeting with the founder, Nova Hall, set for the next week or so, to hear more about this! #NetworkInAction Network In Action International

#FromTheArchives: Did you know that Grandview Kids has had a mascot since the 1960s? Though not as commonly seen today, with the exception of our logo, the character was used quite regularly for various community events and fundraisers in the 1960s-1980s. Can you guess what the name of the Grandview Kids Mascot is? Be sure to leave your guesses in the comments below! We will reveal the correct answer in the next week!

These are the photos I took at the Wenatchee Valley Senior Activity Center crab feed/fundraiser earlier this month. Most are from one of my Nikon Z8s, though there are few mixed in from my Samsung s23 Ultra smartphone. Sometimes I can get into small spaces with my s23 that I can't with a full-sized camera. The Nikon Z8s are pretty amazing in low light. The 24-120 f4 kit lens is excellent, though I do miss having the extra f stops on the low end. Even at high ISO settings, the photos hold together well. I can easily remove moderate high ISO graininess with Camera RAW filters. One of the great things about shooting with a full frame camera is I have the option to shoot in crop mode when I don't need the massive 47MP full frame images. While the end result is effectively pre-cropping photos, in camera, it's easier to compose shots since everything is zoomed in 50%. So the 24-120 feels like you're shooting with a 36-180 lens. I do the same thing when I'm shooting hockey photos. I don't need huge photos anyway, so I shoot with my 70-200 f2.8 lens in crop mode, which is like shooting with a 105-300, and I get 21MP files. That's plenty of range for shooting close to mid-range sports photos.

I don't believe I have ever posted here on Linked In before, but this is something near and dear to my heart. Last year I had the unreal privilege to work on a film directed by a filmmaker who's movies were a huge part of my childhood and had a profound influence on the beginning of my love and appreciation for the horror genre and film in general (you could call his films "horror lite" I suppose). Around that same time I joined the board of the Vermont Production Collective because I wanted to make tangible improvements for something I care deeply about here where I live. I want there to be more opportunities, like I had last year, for filmmakers all over the state and for the economy around film to grow and thrive. Vermont has not historically been friendly to film productions. There is no official "film office" or a person to answer the phones for out of state folks wanting to film here. No current database of crew and locations. We have no tax incentives that act as a lure to attract large studios here (which is why they instead would fly their cast to Romania to film a show set in "Vermont") who then spend tens of thousands of indirect dollars to boost up the local economy and businesses in our towns. A big part of what VPC's efforts are focused on is filling that gap. Creating and maintaining that database, ensuring someone is answering the phones. Ensuring that out of state productions can find AND HIRE film industry professionals living in the state. We also have a keen desire to foster and grow our community that is already here. Earlier this week we launched a fundraiser to help bolster our efforts for 2024. Collaborations with local film festivals. Sponsored industry meet ups. Ensuring that the filmmakers and creative industry folks who want to stay here have resources so that they can. This is going to be a big year of transition and growth for film in the state. Working with legislators to lay pathways to create jobs, grow the creative economy and ensure that Vermont has a seat at the table when it comes to the movie making industry. I am truly excited about what the future brings, but like with everything, money is a factor. $1, $10, $100. Literally every dollar earned through this effort matters and makes a difference. Please take a minute to check it out or share with a friend. It would mean a lot. https://lnkd.in/gSt2p3YU

Going once! Going twice! We're SOLD! Sold on the benefits of using professional auctioneers in event fundraising, that is! With nonprofits relying heavily on live events to support their missions, all kinds of fundraisers from silent auctions to gala dinners serve as alluring outlets for focused fundraising efforts. Live auctions are popular and effective events for nonprofits as they engage donors with a live host and encourage a competitive auction environment that can result in racing hearts and bidding wars. However, nonprofits looking to maximize the success of their live auction events should consider using a professional auctioneer over their most extroverted volunteer. Here are the Top 5 advantages of procuring the talents of a benefit auctioneer! https://hubs.la/Q02HQbkK0

Your civic organization plays a critical role in your community, but do people know what you're doing? If you don't share your message with the community, you may struggle to attract new members or elicit donations, but on the other hand, if you get your message out, you can enhance your efforts in all kinds of exciting ways. Digital signage offers you a lot of ways to share messages and promote your civic mission, but when you're buying a sign, you need to make all kinds of decisions. Wondering how large your civic sign should be? Continue reading: https://hubs.ly/Q02bqf6m0 #outdoorsigns #LEDsigns #civic #signage

How do we make acquisition fundraisers succeed? 🤔 After 3 PBS in our office last week, from our newies. - 9 in a day 🔥 - 5 in a day 🔥 - 4 in a day 🔥 It can feel like MAGIC for a new fundraiser when they’re first harnessing the power of their new skills. But we don’t want any new fundraiser falling into the trap of being at the mercy of the day and thinking it’s luck or magic. I think we can all agree acquisition can be a tough gig! Especially at the start of your fundraising career it can be hard to pin point WHY we do well. So we teach our fundraisers to Always TAKE CONTROL Remember YOU ARE THE MAGIC Here’s our winning Analogy! Get ready because it’s a Harry Potter one, let’s indulge 🧙 - We recruit for the magic. The magic is the intuition/ instinct of knowing when to push and pull. New fundraisers are much like a young Harry before he goes to Hogwarts. They’ve got the magic in them they just don’t know how to use it. - When you come to our office, it’s kind of like going to Hogwarts. We teach you the skillset of fundraising, how to harness that magic and take control of your days. So the only magic that goes into our calls, is the fundraiser who is inspired, trained and motivated making the call 🔮

What are we doing for others?? Making reference to the “S” in the #ESG focus. It’s not just an environmental issue. Let’s put attention, this 2024 to the social part. #ESG #sustainability #mentoring #workincommunities #probono #RSC #chiefsustainabilityofficer

💛 To continue our work in 2024, we’re raising $30,000 by the end of this year: https://lnkd.in/gawU-eyS How do donations fund our work? The majority of CUP’s budget goes to: - Creating open calls to offer no-cost design collaborations that support urgent organizing and advocacy work - Paying community members, students, designers, artists, and the CUP team for all their work to make our projects - Translating projects into multiple languages so more people can access critical information about policies that affect them - Printing 1,000+ copies of every project at no cost to community partners - Supporting our partners to effectively launch and distribute projects to the communities they serve EVERY donation makes it possible to do our work year-round, with the dedicated and consistent care that deep collaboration takes. 💛 If you share our belief in the power of art and design to support communities fighting for social justice, support CUP today: https://lnkd.in/gawU-eyS

"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?' " - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Ways to encourage giving back to the community within organizations: 🗓️ Offer VTO (Volunteer Time Off) 💵 Offer donation matching programs ✨ Get creative with unique donations that are exclusive to what your organization provides ✍️ Organize mentorship opportunities to teach relevant skills to people in the community 🌱 Implement eco-conscious practices 👉 Host community service days for a productive break from the office 🤝 Collaborate with community institutions who share common goals Have you found great ways to give back with your colleagues? Share with us in the comments below.