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Searching for creative, easily executable ideas for social media that will stand out this holiday season? Check out our blog post, "5 Simple Strategies to Delight Your Donors on Social Media" and discover how to make your donors feel extra special this festive season. Director of Strategic Initiatives Lieve Hendren shares tips for captivating and delighting the hearts of your audience with meaningful touches that make the most of your time and your donors' attention. What's your go-to strategy for engaging donors during the holidays? Let us know! 👉 https://hubs.li/Q02_wJvC0

"Archetypes help us connect donors to stories that resonate with who they are and who they aspire to be. If your communications are purely transactional, you're missing the opportunity to make someone feel like they belong." This was just one of the powerful takeaways from our webinar on #donorarchetypes where we explored how to make the most of those opportunities in our relationship-building practices. Don’t miss the chance to learn how to shift your #donorengagement strategies to foster deeper connections. Watch the recording now featuring guest presenters Colleen O'Grady and Andrew Teie from Yes& | Lipman Hearne to access all the insights and tools shared! 🔗 https://hubs.li/Q0301LTz0

🚨 Tomorrow’s the day! Join us for Donor Archetypes: A Practical Guide to Building Belonging and discover how to shift your donor engagement from transactional to transformational featuring experts from Yes& | Lipman Hearne, the full service marketing agency reknown for their work with organizations across the nonprofit sector. In the face of the Giving Crisis, fostering belonging is more critical than ever. This webinar will equip you with practical strategies to connect with donors on a deeper level. Don’t miss out—there’s still time to register. See you soon! 🔗https://hubs.li/Q02_v_yQ0

As we close out the year, we’re reflecting on meaningful moments—like our October staff retreat, where SCIDpda Co-Executive Director Jamie Lee led us through a powerful walking tour of Seattle’s Chinatown-International District. The tour highlighted SCIDpda’s inspiring work in affordable housing, historic preservation, and community revitalization, reminding us of the strength and resilience that make the season of giving so special. Learn more about SCIDpda’s vibrant community and the transformative initiatives happening within it: https://lnkd.in/gS-CMqNy #CommunityLeadership #HolidayReflections

Nonprofits thrive on connections—especially with donors who champion your mission! But how can you deepen these relationships and inspire others? Especially in the midst of holiday season? In her latest blog, Katie Bardine, MNA, Client Service Associate, explores the power of donor-centered storytelling. Discover actionable tips for elevating your donors’ voices through social media, emails, and more to amplify impact and engagement. Let’s celebrate your donors and strengthen your community of supporters! https://hubs.li/Q02_vTLh0

Only 1 week left to register for #DonorArchetypes: A Practical Guide to Building Belonging! Feeling the pressure of #TheGivingCrisis? You’re not alone. This webinar dives into how donor archetypes can transform your approach to engagement—moving beyond transactions to meaningful connections. Don’t miss this chance to reimagine your relationship-building strategies with insights from Yes& | Lipman Hearne experts Colleen OGrady and Andrew Teie along with Alford Group Senior Consultant Jaron Bernstein, MBA Secure your spot and bring belonging to the forefront of your mission! 🔗https://hubs.li/Q02_bvKV0

This week we highlight Ciara Claraty, a consultant here at Alford Group whose dedication to fostering dynamic, inclusive and effective organizations drives her work. When asked how she is exploring calibration this season, Ciara says "I'm exploring calibration this season by fine-tuning change management approaches to help teams adapt smoothly to shifting goals." Thank you, Ciara, for all that you do for the Alford Group team!

This week, Alford Group Vice President Maree G. Bullock attended a special luncheon honoring the North Park University Alford Scholars! 🎓 This prestigious scholarship supports students pursuing degrees or certificates in nonprofit management, recognizing their academic excellence and commitment to strengthening the sector. Named after Alford Group founder, Jimmie Alford, the scholarship reflects his lifelong dedication to education, empowering young leaders, and advancing impactful causes. We are proud to celebrate the next generation of nonprofit leaders and Jimmie's enduring legacy. 🌟 #NonprofitLeadership #AlfordScholars #EducationMatters #NorthParkUniversity

This week, we celebrate and bid farewell to Business Development & Marketing Intern Nyla Gilstrap. Nyla is a senior at Northwestern University studying journalism, English and integrated marketing and communications. Nyla is excited to apply the skills and insights she's gained at Alford Group to new mission-driven challenges in the chapter ahead! Thank you, Nyla--we will miss you!

Do you know all 9 of the donor archetypes? Let's find out! Join us for an insightful webinar featuring guest presenters Colleen O'Grady and Andrew Teie from Yes& Lipman Hearne, a national marketing agency delivering communications strategy to the nonprofit sector. The conversation will be moderated by one of our expert Senior Consultants, Jaron Bernstein. We'll explore the 9 Donor Archetypes and strategies for how to build belonging for each of them. Discover how the power of archetypes can enhance your storytelling to create a sense of belonging for your donors. To learn more and register, visit: https://hubs.li/Q02-sfPN0