Annual Traditions, Communicate, Fundraising, Giving Trends, Grow, Growth/Scaling Plans, Marketing & Communication, Social Impact Architects, Storytelling
As Americans celebrate Independence Day and our nation’s 250th birthday this weekend, I’ve been reflecting on one of the qualities that has always made our country unique. Nearly 200 years ago, French political thinker Alexis de Tocqueville traveled across the United...
Communicate, Fundraising, Impact, Impact Measurement, Marketing & Communication, Social Impact Architects, Storytelling
As we close out the year, many nonprofits are starting to assemble their annual or impact reports. This practice is more than a tradition — it is one of the most important trust-building tools you have. Donors want to know the difference their support made and see the...
Communicate, Fundraising, Marketing & Communication, Organizational Assessments, Organizational Culture, Social Impact Architects, Storytelling
As we approach Thanksgiving, nonprofits across the globe are preparing for the giving season. Marked by Giving Tuesday, holiday generosity and the end of the tax year, it is statistically the busiest time of year for charitable giving. But while your year-end appeal...
Communicate, Fundraising, Impact, Impact Measurement, Marketing & Communication, Social Impact Architects, Storytelling
Countdowns to the holidays have already begun showing up as memes on social media. Of course, in the social sector, that means we are already working on our year-end appeals. In the coming month, we will collectively send out millions of solicitations via email, text...
Communicate, Fundraising, Growth/Scaling Plans, Guest Blogs, Marketing & Communication, Social Impact Architects, Storytelling
Valentine’s Day was yesterday, and love is in the air! While it is commonplace to celebrate your loved ones on this day, more social sector organizations are using this day to celebrate supporters and employees. For some inspiration, my friends and fellow consultants,...
