What does it take for a nonprofit to have impact? Here’s what we’ve learned.
A nine-to-five job can take a lot out of you physically, spiritually, and emotionally. This is especially true if you have a long commute to and from work, are studying part-time, and/or caring for children or a family. Even so, making time in your busy schedule to do some volunteer work not only benefits the…
For non-profit organizations, it can easy to overlook the importance of youth involvement. For those who work in the pro-life sector, it’s vital to begin engaging young audiences who are passionate about the cause- even though they may not be able to make a financial contribution. However, for non-profits that mostly utilize adults in performing…
The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge was the viral craze in 2014. It was a wildly successful social fundraising campaign that not only increased public awareness about ALS (“Lou Gehrig’s Disease”) but also raised $115 million — increasing the organization’s funding by 187% that year. So why was this fundraising effort so successful? One reason is that it leveraged the…
Last week we discussed the differences between millennials and Generation Z. These unique generations are interested in giving back to their communities and impacting lives. How can we go about engaging them in community services? Millennials and Generation Z have extraordinary qualities to bring to your service project. Let’s look at the most effective ways…
Like the generations that went before them, millennials and Generation Z have both faced unflattering stereotypes. But the positive reality is that these generations are passionate about social causes. They put their money, hands, and feet where their mouths are more than any other generation. Giving of themselves to causes they care about is their…
For any ministry or faith-based non-profit organization, vision is essential. Romans 8:28 says: “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” As a non-profit, a clear vision that aligns with God’s will for the future is a foundation that…
In 2020, we’ve been living a reality we didn’t foresee. Our world is now a place where fear has risen up for many. Untold numbers of people are coping with job loss, financial crises, illness, and death. People are feeling isolated under shelter-in-place orders, and students are trying their best to learn from home. Suicide rates,…
Spring and early summer are when many nonprofits host major events including galas, auctions, dinners, and races so they can communicate and engage with their partners, provide development updates, and generate financial support. However, the pandemic has caused nonprofits to pivot and figure out how to create successful virtual events when group gatherings aren’t possible.…
The landscape of our culture has changed. Your first thought might be toward the negative changes in our culture, but the millennial generation is challenging the long-held ideologies of previous generations. It’s impacting philanthropy, and it’s good. Millennials are confident enough to ask why things are done the way they are done, challenge authority, and…
As Kenneth Noland said, “For me context is the key – from that comes the understanding of everything.” Context can greatly impact the meaning of a word or phrase, so it’s important to analyze what something may mean before making any assumptions. In a world of catchphrases, words like “women’s organization” can carry loaded meaning.…
