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💥 Impact. Impact. Impact 💥 Loved my recent conversation with Erin Phillips, Partner at Gonser Gerber where we dive into to power of communicating impact, uniquely, to ALL supporters. "As #NonprofitLeaders, when we do what we tell Donors we are going to do with their funding. And then we do it again. And then again. [ie. Here's the impact you are helping us make]. When we make the next ask or request, we are much more likely to get a positive response because we've built #trust." Full conversation here 👉 https://buff.ly/3Z6BVNb #BuildBetter #HighlyRecommend

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧?   Donor fatigue is a real phenomenon where key contributors either reduce or stop donating to a nonprofit they had been consistently supporting. It's especially prevalent in crowded markets or during times of multiple crises. Recognizing the early warning signs—such as reduced donation frequency, smaller amounts, and unresponsiveness—can help organizations proactively address this challenge.   🔍 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐭 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧? · 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬: Frequent appeals, particularly during crises, can overwhelm donors. · 𝐋𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲: Unclear communication about how donations are used. · 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐧𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝: Donors need to feel valued and acknowledged. · Economic Factors: Financial difficulties can impact donors' ability to give.   💡 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐞 · 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞: Personalized thank-you notes, calls, or small gifts can make a big difference. · 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Regular updates on the impact of contributions. · 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Allowing contributions in forms other than cash, like products or services. · 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠-𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠: Focus on building sustained engagement rather than one-time contributions.

At Sharity Global, we’re committed to empowering nonprofits with the tools and strategies needed to drive real change. Our team of experts is here to support you in achieving your goals and making a difference in your community. Helpful Hint: Measure your impact regularly. Use data and feedback to assess the effectiveness of your programs and make informed adjustments to better meet your goals and serve your community. Ready to enhance your nonprofit’s impact? Reach out to us and start your journey today: www.SharityGlobal.com #ImpactfulChange #NonprofitTips #SharityGlobal #MeasureSuccess

Can Your Mission Move People? In the world of nonprofits, people want to feel a personal connection to the cause. The best missions aren’t just heard; they’re felt. Key Ingredients of a Compelling Mission: • Clarity: Can someone understand your purpose in one line? • Urgency: Does it feel like something that matters right now? • Inspiration: Do people feel motivated to join in or support? Challenge Yourself: Can you sum up your mission in a sentence that gives people goosebumps? When people feel your purpose, they’re more likely to support and stay. #missionawareness #nonprofitimpact #creatingchange #inspiredsupport #purposefulengagement #empoweringothers #missionmatters

📈 Stat alert: 60% of nonprofits struggle to scale beyond local impact. Scaling requires the right systems, processes, and donor strategies! 👇 Ready to expand your reach? Comment below or hit the link in my bio! . . #NonprofitGrowth #ScalingImpact #MissionDriven #BeyondLocal #DonorEngagement

Here’s why every #nonprofit needs an impact report 👇 But first, what is one?! An impact report is essentially your organization’s progress report. It clearly outlines your accomplishments in a certain period, combining stories, data, and visuals. It involves showing the concrete changes your projects have brought about, demonstrating the direct effects of your work and the support of your donors. This is why it’s well worth your efforts: 1️⃣ You’ll earn trust through transparency. Reports demonstrate accountability by detailing how funds are spent and what has been achieved. 2️⃣ You’ll generate more engagement. Sharing compelling stories of change inspires continued support. 3️⃣ You’ll be able to plan more strategically. A reflective look at what worked and what didn’t helps you guide future endeavors. Need a hand putting together your nonprofit impact report? Connect with us for more info 📩

Myth: Donors Are Just Money Sources Busted! Great donors are more than just wallets. Here's the Real Deal: 1. Building Relationships: Don't just take, give back! Regularly communicate through annual reports, newsletters, and event invites. 2. Engaged Partners: Don't just inform, involve! Ask for their expertise in developing reports, content, or training materials. 3. Transparency Matters: Keep them informed about your work's impact and the challenges you face. 4. A Sense of Belonging: Make them feel valued members of your organization, not just outside contributors. The Result? Stronger relationships and donors who become invested partners in your mission. . . #NGOMyths #NGOFacts #NonProfitTruths #MythBusting #FactCheck #AwarenessCampaign #SocialImpact #CommunityEducation #TruthMatters #NGOAwareness #NonProfitAwareness #EducationalPosts #KnowTheFacts #NGOTransparency #SocialGood #PublicAwareness #NonProfitMyths #NonProfitFacts #own2feet #own2feetassociation

57% of donors feel their contributions have more punch with smaller orgs. Why? Less overhead, more direct action. Your $10 could mean a meal, a book, or a smile. Let's make every penny count. Share if you believe in the power of small acts. Comment on how you'll impact today. Make a difference, one click away. #ImpactGiving #CommunityFirst #DonorPower #BGivingRevolution #GrassrootsGivers #ImpactDriven #CommunityChampions #EmpoweringNonprofits #GivingCircle #CharitableGiving, #ImpactfulPhilanthropy, #CommunityEngagement, #SocialImpact, #NonprofitSupport, #TechForGood, #TransparencyInGiving, #EmpowerCommunities, #AmplifyVoices, #MakeADifference

Did you know that we are a B Corp? Probably. We’re pretty proud of it! For those of you who don’t know. Being a B Corp means we’ve met an ambitious set of business standards that are better for people and the planet. And at Up In The Chair, we believe that B Corp certification is just the beginning, not the end of our journey to better business. That’s why we’ve joined 1% for the Planet -- a nonprofit member organization that works to help businesses make a positive impact on the environment. They achieve this by asking businesses to donate at least one percent of their annual sales to high-impact environmental nonprofits. We never stop looking for new ways to grow our impact. #bcorpmonth #upinthechair

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