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#ExplorationBeforeInvitation - a 3 post series Post 2 of 3 (search this hashtag to see all posts) Question 2 of 3:  What is God doing *through* the lives of your givers? Are you aware of the impact your givers are already having in the family and/or community around them?  If you were to spend 3-5 minutes summarizing this back to them, how might they respond? How do you seek to discover what God is doing through the lives of your givers?  What questions do you ask when you’re meeting with them to draw out their stories? #majorgifts #stories #listenwell #observation #curiosity #awareness #fundraising

No one likes a surprise unless it’s edible. Do not spring your video project on the board of your nonprofit, and definitely don’t show them an unexpected result. The best way to get buy-in from the board or leadership of your Catholic organization is to prepare them, then follow-through with those plans. ___ Like and follow for more #missiondrivenmarketing tips. 🎥    #video #videoproduction #minnesota #catholic #catholicchurch #reels #communicatio

'Give Your Time' Serve with Purpose and Joy Giving your time is a powerful way to make a difference. Here's how: 1. Volunteer Your Expertise: Share your skills and talents with those in need, who may not be able to afford them. 2. Join a Mission or Outreach Program: Connect with organizations that serve communities, utilizing your gifts alongside others. 3. Seek God's Guidance: Ask Him to lead you to opportunities that align with your abilities. When you give your time, you not only help others but also experience the joy and fulfillment that comes from serving God. #PurposefulGiving #ServeWithJoy #GodlyGuidance #giveawaytime #give #donatetime

#ChaulkTalk A short series of meditations for major gift fundraisers using the acronym CHAULK. Post 1 of 6 C for Compassion: Compassion is the emotional pulse of philanthropy. It allows us to feel with others, building connections that go beyond transactions to genuine human relations. It’s about seeing the person behind the gift, understanding their hopes, and empathizing with their challenges. If we don’t cultivate compassion in our lives, we risk veering toward indifference, standing aloof and detached from the personal stories that make each interaction unique. In your fundraising journey, remember that every figure in a database represents a life filled with stories waiting to be acknowledged and honored. Meditation/prayer:  “May I have as much compassion as I can bear for those I’m going to be meeting with today.” #majorgifts #meditation #prayer #compassion #awareness #relationships #fundraising (You can see the introduction to this 6-part series by searching the hashtag ChaulkTalk)

👀 The worst date ever. 👀 Imagine you go on a first date with somebody and all they do is talk about themselves. 🗣️ They tell you how amazing their job is, and go into loads of detail about the intricacies of their world. And they don't ask you any questions about yourself. This is the quintessential bad date. But this is what many of us put donors through when we meet them to pitch. 📢 We bombard them with info about what we do and try to say everything we can about our organisation in an attempt to impress them. But it's not human and it's not a good way to build relationship, trust and understanding. 🚫💔 So make sure at your next pitch that you ask them questions. Get their experience around the problem you solve. Leave space for them to share their thoughts or insights as you go. 💭 And always check in with them along the way to see what is making sense and what questions they have. ✅ You'll be amazed at what you learn about them and you will build a much stronger connection. 🔗 If you want to make quick progress with philanthropy, you can download my 5 Steps to Philanthropy Checklist from my bio. 📋 #philanthropy #onwards #fundraising 💸

First video post 👀 I wonder what I have to say? I hope I get a lot of likes, shares, and reposts.... but not because I'm trying to become a content creator... because I'm fundraising for Best Buddies International / Best Buddies Minnesota and we need all the awareness we can get. We could use more good in the world! Let's see it #Linkedin! Consider watching for 3 minutes (very tolerable time amount of time I'd say) and let me know how it makes you feel below. If reading is more your kind of thing > http://engdr.co/1-4756772 is the link to my fundraising page. #inclusion #bestbuddies #IDD #intellectualdisabilities #developmentaldisabilities #nonprofit

Tip Tuesday: Celebrate What God is Doing! 🎉 Sometimes our church congregations don’t fully buy into the mission and goals of the church, especially as it relates to their finances, simply because they aren’t aware of all the good that God is doing in and through the church. Regularly celebrating wins fosters a culture of gratitude and helps people feel excited about how their donations are being put to good use. 🌟 Action Step: Share updates during services, in newsletters, and on social media about the amazing work your church is accomplishing. Want more tips to increase church giving? Read our full article here: https://buff.ly/3VBApPL 📖

Serious question: Can you learn how to be authentic, or is it a 'you either are or are not' scenario? Maybe this isn't a popular opinion, but I don't think authenticity is an inborn trait. But obviously it can't be taught in a one minute video either. The relationship between authentic interactions and the emotions of donors and prospects can, however, be explored at a high level to at least get you thinking about your approach. So, welcome back to your weekly Fuel School lesson. I don't have all the answers, but hopefully I'm sparking some of the right questions. Join in and share your thoughts. Nothing beats community learning. #fundraising #nonprofits #philanthropy

Year End Appeal Season is happening right now. Follow the tips (5 of them) give it a whirl and know that help is only an email away. Info@amponow.com Keep working your plan- and stay hydrated. ??You have got this! Appeal Writing Tip #5� The most valuable piece of real estate on your letter� is the� PS No joke. People will only skim your letter, but they will read the entire PS. That is amazing insight for you. So how do you use it effectively? Simple you just restate the entire premise of your letter in one sentence and include an ask. {crickets from the crowd} Not so simple� Remember the content tips that we have already covered. - Using a problem/ solution format. - Putting the donor at the heart - Letter has one purpose The PS subscribes to these same principles. Only instead of doing this in multiple paragraphs, this time you are doing this in one sentence. Give it a try. And if you get stuck- just reach out. Send a note to info@amponow.com. #AMPO #AnnualGiving #NonprofitFundraising #DonorEngagement #Philanthropy #FundraisingAppeal #CharityImpact #NonprofitSector #StrategicPhilanthropy #DonorStewardship #NonprofitSuccess

Tip Tuesday: Celebrate What God is Doing! 🎉 Sometimes our church congregations don’t fully buy into the mission and goals of the church, especially as it relates to their finances, simply because they aren’t aware of all the good that God is doing in and through the church. Regularly celebrating wins fosters a culture of gratitude and helps people feel excited about how their donations are being put to good use. 🌟 Action Step: Share updates during services, in newsletters, and on social media about the amazing work your church is accomplishing. Want more tips to increase church giving? Read our full article here: https://buff.ly/3VBApPL 📖