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Lack of collaboration and coordination among sports organisations may result in fragmented and inefficient philanthropic efforts. Collective action and collaboration are essential for maximizing impact, leveraging resources, and avoiding duplication of efforts in philanthropy. Foster collaboration and partnerships among sports associations, leagues, teams, and stakeholders to align efforts, share best practices, and amplify impact. Pool resources, expertise, and networks to tackle shared challenges and address community needs more effectively. #CollectiveImpact

Everyone in your circle might not be in your corner. We know the difference. Unveiled: Bridging The Gap to Sponsorship is more than just a community—it's a movement dedicated to enabling equitable access across industries. Unveiled is committed to meaningful dialogue and actionable strategies that drive real, lasting change. By becoming a member, you're not just joining any community. You're aligning yourself with industry changemakers, accessing exclusive events, and leveraging the power of the Unveiled platform to amplify your voice. This is a one-of-a-kind experience designed for those who are serious about making an impact. Our members don’t just talk about change—they lead it. Ready to elevate your impact? Get in our corner and become part of a movement making strides toward an equitable world. Let’s continue to drive tangible progress—together. https://lnkd.in/eyhmupk4

🌟 Sign-a-fied Company: Leading the Charge as Our Gold Sponsor! 🌟 We’re so hyped, we might just print it on a billboard! Sign-a-fied Company, the pros at making things stand out, have joined us as our Gold Sponsor for Fleming SAC’s Golf Tournament Fundraiser on September 8th, 2024! In a world where it’s easy to stay on the sidelines, Sign-a-fied Company is taking a bold swing, driving change right where it’s needed most. Their support for our Student Emergency Foodbank means that when our students face the pressure of rising costs, they don’t have to face it alone. Instead, they’ve got a community behind them, lifting them up, and fueling their futures. 📚✨ This partnership isn’t just about logos and banners; it’s about leadership, commitment, and making WAVES that ripple across our entire community. Sign-a-fied Company is more than a sponsor, they’re a force of change, proving that when we join hands, we can overcome challenges and build a stronger, more connected future. At Fleming SAC, we’re all about breaking the mold to make real, lasting impact. And with partners like Signified Company, we’re not just hosting a golf tournament; we’re driving a movement. Together, we’re turning every swing, every step, and every sponsorship into a powerful statement: We’re here to support, uplift, and transform lives. So here’s to Sign-a-fied Company, a true game-changer in every sense. We’re proud to stand with you, and even prouder of what we’re achieving together. Let’s keep making waves and pushing boundaries, one student, one community at a time. 🌊💪 #FlemingSAC #SignifiedCompany #GoldSponsor #GolfTournament2024 #CommunityImpact #BoldLeadership #ChangeMakers #PeterboroughON

Learn how sports executives can maximise their impact and diversify revenue through wealth screening techniques. Dive into strategies for identifying potential donors and cultivating meaningful relationships in the world of sports philanthropy. https://lnkd.in/g8Dahq62 #SportsPhilanthropy #WealthScreening #RevenueGrowth

🦸🏼♂️ COMMUNITY HERO! I can’t even begin to describe the incredible work that this guy does for his community. It comes as no surprise that Jon Radford is a finalist for the ‘Community Focus’ category at the BFA awards, as he makes such an incredible impact across his local area. Jon came on board with the FFF with a mission to make football fun for the city of Exeter and to give back to his local community. His emotional ties to where he lives has resulted in a community-led approach which has inadvertently supersized his business. It’s so true that when you give more than you receive, you tend to win. Jon and his wife Becky give their community so much value through community-based initiative and here’s a few examples: 👉🏻 Decreasing anti-social behaviour through free football sessions in a local park. 👉🏻 Organising for participants to be mascots at Exeter City football matches. 👉🏻 Sponsoring Exeter City women’s team. 👉🏻 Growing female participation by running girls only sessions. 👉🏻 Delivering HAF funded activities and hot meals for children eligible free school meals, in the school holidays. I could go on and list loads more, but there’s a character limit! Jon’s values and love for his community has driven his business success. This isn’t a business development strategy though, it’s pure passion for giving children and families opportunities. Congratulations and well done Jon! #CommunityFocus #Finalist #BFAHSBCUKAwards2024 #CommunityBusiness

Ah, the Olympics! The highs, the lows, the victories, the heartbreaks. My 7 year old and I were watching our fellow Marylander, Katie Ledecky, in the Women’s 400m Freestyle last Saturday. She finished the race in third place, and then gave a big hug to first place finisher, Australian Ariarne Titus. “What?!?” my kiddo cried. “They are competing…why are they hugging?!” “Well, sure, they are competing, but they also know each other. Olympians see their competitors all the time, at different events and competitions. I assume they’ve become friends over time. It’s what happens when you share the same passion.” The Olympics are such an incredible display of the beautiful tension that can exist between competition and collaboration, and that got me thinking about how we can bring that same competing while collaborating mindset to our nonprofits. 🤺 I find some nonprofit leaders bristle at the idea of collaborators: Nobody helps us, we stand alone! 👭 Others wince at the mention of competitors: What kind of us vs. them mindset are you promoting, Kelly? But we don’t have to choose. The Olympics prove that competition and collaboration can be balanced and held in the same space. When considered in tandem in the nonprofit space, we realize that every collaborator is potentially a competitor (for volunteers, for donor dollars, for government grants). By the same token our competition might just be a collaborator waiting for the opportunity to partner and serve our community even better! One of my clients dove deep into this tension and realized that they were doing work that a few other nonprofits did better, but they had one specific way of standing out that put them in a whole other field. That realization was like winning a gold medal! Check out my blog for the whole story: https://lnkd.in/gsa7fF3u

Olympic sports we would win a gold medal in: 🏅 Finding the best person for your team 🏆 Helping development departments succeed 🥇 Strategic planning Let CSG help you cross that finish line first! What's an olympic sport your nonprofit would win?

"We both start with a dream." 🌟 Our chairman, Arthur M. Blank, often speaks about the profound impact of sports on society. Recently, he added a new perspective: sports give people a chance to dream - about playing, competing, and winning. This insight resonates deeply with our philanthropic mission. Just as athletes envision victory, we envision a better world. Our dream? A society built on love, fairness, and equitable opportunities. Sports and #philanthropy may seem different, but they share a common thread: the power of dreaming big and working tirelessly to turn those dreams into reality. Learn more in AMBFF President Fay Twersky’s annual letter: https://lnkd.in/eY4wi5eR

Every community has an ecosystem of care. How can we be intentional about making those ecosystems coordinated, person-centered, and equitable? This work goes beyond short-term partnerships. Join us in Pittsburgh this October to learn from folks across the country and across sectors who have been tackling this exact issue. Putting Care at the Center is the annual conference that brings together the national complex care community to learn, network, and create a shared agenda to improve care for people with complex needs. Registration is open now! Get $100 off your regular registration before July 15. https://lnkd.in/eaHwdpdk Interested in sponsoring this year’s conference? Learn more about sponsorship opportunities at https://lnkd.in/eYCnVeD4

Every community has an ecosystem of care. How can we be intentional about making those ecosystems coordinated, person-centered, and equitable? This work goes beyond short-term partnerships. Join us in Pittsburgh this October to learn from folks across the country and across sectors who have been tackling this exact issue. Putting Care at the Center is the annual conference that brings together the national complex care community to learn, network, and create a shared agenda to improve care for people with complex needs. Registration is open now! Get $100 off your regular registration before July 15. https://lnkd.in/eaHwdpdk Interested in sponsoring this year’s conference? Learn more about sponsorship opportunities at https://lnkd.in/eYCnVeD4