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Sharing a compelling offer doesn't have to feel slimy or sales-y. It is a matter of the heart. If you really want what's best for those who need your services, offering that service is itself a service and charitable act! What are the reasons your clients need you? #brandStrategy #brandCoaching #businessPhilosophy #freshEyesExperience #storyBrand #branding

Do Double Good. I've always found it odd that people will bend over backwards to raise money for large charities, but those working tirelessly on the ground and make a direct impact on their community find it harder to raise funds. And when they do it trickles in. We see this in the mass participation sport world. The Big Boys bring in millions of dollars of charitable donations (which is epic) every year for large charities. Smaller, Medium sized events don't bring in money relative to their size. I am sure there have been research on this but I am either too lazy or too busy to look into it. My 2 cents. We are not set up for it. That is not the core purpose of smaller events. So we set out to create some change. Our Mantra at www.kapitihalf.co.nz? Charity starts at home. How are we changing it? Let's be honest. We probably are not. But we have to try. Phase 1: Generate content to share their story. Get our partners in front of a wider audience. Phase 2: Connect our partners. This year the amazing team at Kapiti Island Nature Tours https://lnkd.in/gM46m3Ss have donated 2 huge prizes to the value of well over $3000 for two people who raise the most money for our charities. Insane. Why the most? Always worried about discriminating against another group I asked myself that over and over again but we had to incentivise if we were going to create change. It's also true that having money doesn't always mean you give it away. Anecdotally we see more charity from within the same community. So our plan... let's widen that community. Give it arms. Kaibosh Food Rescue have been our chosen charity from year 1. They are the epitome of make a change at home. Reducing food waste and getting food poverty in our community to zero. They don't only bring us warm fuzzies to support but they have integrated themselves into our Kaupapa. Barefoot Sport New Zealand Limited is proud to be behind this awesome group of people. Supporting our participants to do their little bit. Creating change. Maybe. Trying. Supercharge your steps.

𝑾𝒉𝒚 𝒊𝒏𝒗𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝑺𝒐𝒅𝒊𝒖𝒎 & 𝑪𝒐. 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒔? Your charity's brand is the heartbeat of your mission. Representing your values, your vision, and the impact that you want to make. The idea of handing over your brand identity to an external agency gives you knots in your stomach. But when you invest in Sodium & Co for charity branding services. You're not getting a done-for-you service. You're investing in a collaborative process. Here's why that makes a big difference. When you partner with Sodium & Co for branding services for your charity or nonprofit organisation that's exactly what you're getting, a partnership. Plus, you're getting an extension of your business, a brand ambassador, and an agency that will champion your cause. Get to know us a bit more, here https://lnkd.in/e3Q49d4d 💬 P.S. Do you see branding as a cost or investment? Tell us why in the comments. #charity #nonprofitmarketing #nonprofitleadership

The tradition of wedding favours dates back to ancient times when couples would gift their guests with small trinkets, symbolising good luck and prosperity. It's like adding a touch of historical magic to your celebration, as you continue a tradition that has spanned centuries.  These days you can let your imagination and personality run wild when it comes to making your selections. From cookies to shot glasses, charitable donations to morning after survival kits, you can really have some fun with this tradition. Let me know in the comments what you will be gifting your wedding guests 📜💖🌟 . . . . . . . . #weddingplanning #weddingplanninghacks #weddingplanningideas #weddingplanningtip #weddingplanner #WeddingPlanning101 #weddingplanningjourney #weddingplanninginspo #weddingplanningidea #weddingplanning2024 #weddingplanninghelp #easyweddingplanning #weddingplan #weddingplanningadvice #weddingplanninghack #weddingplanningtipsandtricks #weddingplanningtips #weddingplanningquestions #stressfreeweddingplanning #planningwedding #letsplanawedding #weddingplanningbegins #weddingplanninglife #weddingplanningservices #weddingplanning2025 #weddingplanningcoach #weddingfavours #weddingfavour #weddinggifts

I challenge you to spend 20 minutes watching this video, don't just click "Like" and move on in your feed. This is an old TedTalk that will make you re-think how you think about the charitable organizations you support. I'm relatively new to working in the non-profit world -- 2 1/2 years. Coming from the for-profit world, I see the need for non-profits to embrace a more business-driven mindset. But, in this TedTalk, Dan Pallotta challenges you as givers to have a business mindset. You know who you are -- you work in for-profit and scoff at charitable orgs who have high "overhead" while at the same time your company invests in marketing, technology upgrades, and moonshot ideas without facing the same "overhead" skepticism. I was you. Watch the video. Unlock charitable organizations to thrive and deliver. https://lnkd.in/gXVKNYDs

3 years ago I had an idea to run our business a bit differently. 💭 Give the profit away; - Attract more value-aligned clients. - Hire more like-minded, motivated and talented people into the team. - Do better work as a result. - Give more money away. Rinse, repeat. --- 3 years in and our team has grown to 24 highly skilled people (and lovely humans). Clients are getting results we could’ve only have dreamed of in the past. And we’ve given £147,029 to educational charities. 💰 That model I took a chance on has worked. Is working. And everyone involved is winning. --- I’m so proud of the team. I’m hugely grateful to clients and partners for their support. And I’m inspired every day by Gavin, Bex and everyone at Moving Mountains and Zarach and the work they do. If you haven’t considered an alternative business model maybe it’s time for a rethink. You might just achieve your goals quicker than you could’ve ever dreamed of (and lots more besides). 🤔 Read more about it, along with our Impact Report, here - https://lnkd.in/ePbTHg5g #socialimpact #companyculture #marketingagency

🌉 Get ready to #BridgeTheGap this week! ⛳️ Annual Charity Golf Tournament details below.🏌️♂️ 🗣️ Michelangelo's quote, along with John Wooden's advice, "Don’t mistake activity for achievement," emphasize the importance of using time wisely and focusing on meaningful actions. Wasting time means missing opportunities for progress and growth. If you just stay busy without purpose, you end up with superficial outcomes. 🎬 It's crucial to prioritize activities that contribute to our goals and bring real results, rather than just keeping ourselves occupied. By being mindful of how we use our time and focusing on what truly matters, we can maximize our effectiveness and achieve meaningful success. 💪🏻 Help us build and execute our MISSION! Like these weekly motivational messages? 💰Donate to our Cause: https://lnkd.in/ej3saStn And/Or ➡️Share it within your network! ⛳️ Want to support our Golf Tournament? We need a few more groups to meet our goal. Link: https://lnkd.in/eSfjpCme #ChangingLives #Assistance #Enrichment #Support #BuildingLeaders #InvestingInOurYouth #TravelBaseball #SportsBuildCharacter

NEW BLOG: Charity brands that have lasted the test of time. The mainstream press has been critical of charity branding recently, so I wanted to counter the negativity by putting some good news into the world. I am going to write a blog, or two, on charity rebrands that have worked. But first this one on charity brands that have lasted the test of time. It is best practice to review a brand alongside a new organisation strategy, but some brands seem to change too often. Building a brand is a long-term investment. Creating a brand is one thing, curating it to keep it alive is another. I am sure there are more examples than those shared here. So, if you have an enduring charity brand success story you’d like me to feature, please do drop me a line at brandufour@gmail.com. Together, we can champion charity branding for the greater good. #Charity #Brand #Purpose https://lnkd.in/eT3Zb92q

𝑾𝒉𝒚 𝒊𝒏𝒗𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝑺𝒐𝒅𝒊𝒖𝒎 & 𝑪𝒐. 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒔? Your charity's brand is the heartbeat of your mission. Representing your values, your vision, and the impact that you want to make. The idea of handing over your brand identity to an external agency gives you knots in your stomach. But when you invest in Sodium & Co for charity branding services. You're not getting a done-for-you service. You're investing in a collaborative process. Here's why that makes a big difference. When you partner with Sodium & Co for branding services for your charity or nonprofit organisation that's exactly what you're getting, a partnership. Plus, you're getting an extension of your business, a brand ambassador, and an agency that will champion your cause. Get to know us a bit more, here https://lnkd.in/e5PsPwVx 💬 P.S. Do you see branding as a cost or investment? Tell us why in the comments. #charity #nonprofitmarketing #nonprofitleadership

I feel that I've mastered the art of responding to door-to-door fundraisers: here is my five-step plan 👇 A long time ago, I was that 18-year-old knocking on doors in New Zealand. It's a tough gig. You get fit, but you also get a lot of rejection ❌ So, when they come knocking on my door, I don't just slam it in their face or avoid opening🚪 I have a five-step plan to let them down gently, and I encourage you to do the same Step 1: Let them pitch Give them a minute or two. They've been practicing Step 2: Politely decline Tell them you're not in a position to give and share why. Maybe you're already supporting other charities. Maybe times are tough. Maybe now just isn't the right time Step 3: Compliment their pitch Before they have a chance to respond to Step 2, ask them if you can give them #feedback? Then tell them what impressed you. Was it their passion? Their clarity? The way they spoke about the benefits of the charity? Step 4: Show some empathy Acknowledge that their job is very tough. Tell them you appreciate that they are making a difference for a cause Step 5: Offer a soft drink 🥛 If you have any cans/bottles in the fridge, offer one. It's a small gesture, but it could make their day as you wish them well in their fundraising Many door-to-door #fundraisers are #youngpeople starting their careers. They're not the enemy. They're just trying to make a living whilst making a difference So, let's be kind. Let's be encouraging. And let's make them smile After all, they're just trying to do their job. And who knows? Maybe this will be the start to their long career in the #charitysector 😊 #bekind #fundraisingjobs #toughjobs