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What Is a Silent Auction & Why Should You Host One?: Silent auctions have always been classic, fundraising go-tos for nonprofit organizations. This fundraising type is a popular option that many NPOs turn to when they want to boost their revenue. And, it’s no wonder silent auctions are a top choice. They have all the winning ingredients for an exciting and successful event – suspense, prizes, and competition! #Auction #Auction101

🤣🔢 When it comes to not-for-profit math, one thing's for sure – the numbers never seem to add up! In the world of charitable organizations and nonprofits, we often find ourselves scratching our heads, trying to make sense of budgets, donations, and expenses. But hey, that's all part of the fun, right? From trying to balance the books with the enthusiasm of a mathematician to navigating the world of grants and fundraising, it's a journey filled with its fair share of equations and unknown variables. So, the next time you see a not-for-profit's financial report that doesn't quite "add up," remember, it's not just about numbers; it's about the people, the passion, and the purpose behind the cause. Keep supporting, keep smiling, and keep making a difference! Feel free to share or add. #NonProfitMath #MakingADifference #CommunityImpact #NumbersGame #LinkedInFun

To everyone who asks me about the Get To® Foundation -- from questions like "Where can I get that shirt?" to "What does the foundation mean to you and how are you connected to it?" to "Why do you have a hashtag in your LinkedIn bio?" to "How can I support this foundation?" -- thank you for giving me the opportunity to talk about it. For those of you who have not, I urge you to take 3 minutes to do the following: 1. Check this video out. 2. Please follow the foundation's page on LinkedIn. 3. Approach the most "have to" thing in your work day with a "get to" attitude, and see how much of a difference it makes.

Persistence pays off in fundraising success. As an advancement professional, it's crucial to never make assumptions about a potential benefactor's interest. I once spent six months trying to connect with an attorney in a major metropolitan city, with no success. I assumed they weren't interested, but one day, they agreed to meet. It turned out that they were only available on Federal holidays when the courts were closed. By identifying the challenge, listening and never assuming, I was able to schedule future visits around holidays and cultivate their philanthropic interest in their alma mater. Remember, there's no room for assumptions in our work. #fundraising #advancement #philanthropy #persistenceiskey #relationshipbuilding

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Storytelling is a crucial part of fundraising, some could argue the most essential part of your job as a fundraiser. Fortunately, really smart people have developed storytelling formulas to help you and me tell great stories. I'm going to share some of those formulas with you. Before -- After -- Bridge Before: Here’s a Problem …After: Imagine what’d it be like, having Problem solved …Bridge: Here’s how to get there. With this formula, you describe a problem and a world where that problem no longer exists, and how to get there. "Susie struggled to meet up with the demands at school ... The homework, constant home pressures, and a reading disability all contributed to her stress. She knew she had a chance to be the first in her family to attend college and often thought about how good it will feel to get a full-ride scholarship. That's when someone like you stepped in and provide her tutoring services and counseling that helped her reach her goal." #storytelling #before #after #fundraising #nonprofits

🎒📚 It’s back-to-school season, but let’s be real—sometimes, the real lessons aren’t found in textbooks! Sure, school taught us a lot, but nothing compares to the wild, wonderful, and oh-so-humbling experiences of working at a nonprofit. Anyone else relate to this “education” upgrade? 😂 What’s the biggest life lesson you’ve learned from the nonprofit grind? #NonprofitLife #Relatable #Nonprofit

Creating beautiful art for our beautiful community with beautiful people! That’s how we roll at Concrete Couch 🛋️! #ConcreteCouch #ColoradoSprings #Nonprofit #YouthEmpowerment #ArtEducation #EngineeringSkills #CommunityBuilding #CreativeExpression #YouthDevelopment #ArtTherapy #BuildingSkills #EmpoweringYouth #PublicArt #CommunityEngagement #SocialImpact #EmpowermentThroughArt #HandsOnLearning #CreativityMatters #YouthPrograms #ArtForChange

If you want to inform your audience about the purpose and impact of your non-profit organization, consider creating a compelling video.    SpringSpirit is a nonprofit organization based in Houston, TX that provides ways for youth to reach their full potential by nurturing them through educational, athletic, and spiritual development programs.    We produced this video for their annual Breakfast of Champions event, featuring SpringSpirit alum Meredy Torres as she shares how the program helped her achieve her goals.    #ClientVideo #NonProfitVideos #FundraisingVideos #TestimonialVideos #Storytelling #ContentCreation #InspiringStories #ImpactfulVideos

Battling this #seattle heatwave like… 🌞😅 Whether the weather is wild or mild, Essentia Nonprofit Consulting is there for you! How are you staying cool this week?💧 Share your tips below! . . . #heatwave #seattlesummer #nonprofitwork #consultinglife #nonprofitconsulting