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🎉 Friends, I need your help! 🎉 We’re on a mission at Only7Seconds® to raise $40,000 to fuel our vital work in early 2025—and we’re over halfway there! With just ONE WEEK left to hit our goal, I’m reaching out to my tribe for support. 💛 This mission is so personal to me. #Loneliness isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a silent epidemic affecting so many—especially our youth. As a mom, I want to create a better, more connected world for my two boys, one where kindness and meaningful relationships are the norm, not the exception. I’ve seen firsthand the transformative power of connection through the work we do at Only7Seconds. Every dollar we raise helps create programs that build those life-saving, meaningful #connections. That’s why I believe so deeply in this work and why I’m asking for your help. A gift of $25—the cost of a coffee/breakfast date or a takeout meal—can make a big difference in empowering youth and spreading hope. What makes this even better? ✨ Give NCW is hosting our end-of-year campaign and covering ALL credit card fees, so 100% of your donation goes directly to program impact. ✨ And today is Funday Monday! If you donate today, you’ll be entered to win a $1,000 gift card to give to any nonprofit on the Give NCW list (including us 😉). Thanks, Community Foundation of NCW for hosting this amazing campaign and keeping dollars local!!! Let’s rally together to finish strong and make a huge difference for 2025. Can you help? 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gCW84c2T Thank you for believing in this mission—you’re changing lives. 💛 #Only7Seconds #GiveNCW #EndYouthLoneliness

Are you looking to make a real impact in your community? Here’s how you can join us in empowering teen moms and their families: 🫱🏿🫲🏿 Become a Mentor: Share your knowledge and experience to guide young mothers on their journey. 👥 Join Our Board: Help steer our mission and expand our reach. 🫱🏿🫲🏿 Connect Us: Introduce us to corporations, foundations, and partners who can amplify our efforts. 👥 Join Our Board: Help steer our mission and expand our reach. Connect Us: Introduce us to corporations, foundations, and partners who can amplify our efforts.artners who can amplify our efforts. 💖 Become a Monthly Donor: Provide consistent support that we can count on. 🔄 Employer Match Gift Program: Double the impact of your donation through your employer’s matching gift program. 🗣️ Spread the Word: Tell your friends and networks about our work and the successes we achieve together. Every bit of support helps us create a stronger, more supportive environment for teen moms striving for a better future. Learn more about how you can get involved at www.thepuddleproject.org. #SupportTeenMoms #PuddleProject #MakeADifference #EmpowerYouth #MentorshipMatters #ChangeMakers #SupportNonprofits #CommunityImpact #GiveBack

Last year, $3.1 B was donated to nonprofits in the US on Giving Tuesday alone. But did you know there’s a significant opportunity to boost those donations even further through corporate matching gifts? Many Giving Tuesday donors are likely eligible for matching gifts through their employer, but aren’t aware of it! So, how can you make sure that no match-eligible donors slip through the cracks this Giving Tuesday? Join Double the Donation on October 28th at 12 PM ET as we dive into strategies for optimizing matching gifts in your Giving Tuesday campaign. Plus, for anyone who comments below and registers for the webinar, we will enter you into an exclusive drawing for a $25 donation to your organization and a free assessment of your matching gift efforts! You’wont want to miss this! In this session, you’ll learn: ✅How to identify match-eligible gifts and follow-up effectively ✅Tips to maintain the momentum throughout the year-end fundraising season ✅ The role of matching gift technology in enhancing your outreach and success Don’t miss this chance to elevate your Giving Tuesday campaign through matching gifts. 👉Register here: https://hubs.la/Q02Vcswr0 #GivingTuesday #MatchingGifts

Did You Know? 🤔 The last three days of December can account for as much as 30% of annual giving for nonprofits! Here's how to maximize your year-end impact: 🕒 Leverage Urgency: Remind donors of the December 31 tax deadline for contributions. 💌 Send a Final Email Push: A heartfelt, urgent email can inspire last-minute donations. 📱 Stay Active on Social Media: Engage with your audience and share real-time updates about your impact. 💻 Use Matching Gift Campaigns: Double the impact of donations with a matching gift partner. 🙌 Highlight Success Stories: Show donors the tangible difference their contributions have made. The year’s not over yet—plan ahead, finish strong and make a lasting impact! 💙 #NonprofitSuccess #YearEndGiving #RedstartCreative #GivingSeason #NonprofitMarketing

🎁 Need reliable gift processing support? We're here. Gift processing is critical work that shapes donor relationships. Sometimes you need backup—whether your gift processor just left and you need someone to provide temporary backup, year-end giving is overwhelming, or you simply need extra help during a busy season. We step in when: • A team member moves on to fill the gap • Year-end donations fill your inbox • Campaign success brings unexpected volume • Your team needs temporary support Every gift tells a story of someone choosing to support your mission. That's why we handle each donation with precision and care, ensuring timely acknowledgments so you can focus on other priorities. Our team provides: • Quick, seamless support when you need it • Careful attention to detail • Prompt, accurate donor acknowledgments • Reliable backup for your existing processes • Assistance optimizing processes if needed Whether it's a few weeks or longer, we're here to help maintain your high standards without missing a beat. Ready to discuss your needs and how we can help? #NonprofitExcellence #DonorRelations #PhilanthropySupport #GiftProcessing #Foundations

The time to start #GivingTuesday planning is now! Did you know that 12x more donors engage on Giving Tuesday compared to the average day? 2023 Giving Tuesday via Classy: - Supporters gave an average one-time gift size of $175. - 4,750 donors committed to recurring gifts, ensuring ongoing support. - 340,868 gifts were made, totaling $49,405,464 for 3,500+ nonprofits. Plus, that momentum doesn't start and stop in one day either. Giving Tuesday powers your mission through the entire end-of-year giving season. Don’t forget: - A quarter of annual donation volume happens between Giving Tuesday and December 31. - Conversion rates are 2x higher on Giving Tuesday and New Year’s Eve. Want to create converting pages for your Giving Tuesday campaign? Explore Classy Studio: https://lnkd.in/eEkRp-sr

Do you find that your donors are often unaware of their own eligibility for a matching gift? 🧐 Before I founded Double the Donation, I worked for a company with a matching gift program. During that time, I made several donations to nonprofit organizations without realizing that my company would match those gifts. Of course then, I understand low donor awareness is the biggest barrier nonprofits face when trying to earn more matching gift revenue.🎁 Many of you might know my own personal experience inspired me to start Double the Donation and help nonprofits tap into those funds. Since our research indicates that only 19% of companies include more than one paragraph about matching gift programs in accessible employee materials, it's crucial to get the word out about matching gifts to your donors. So, I want to hear from you all... 💡What is your organization doing to increase matching gift awareness among your donors? Let me know in the comments below, so that I can provide recommendations and some of my own reactions to your ideas! ⬇️

We’re a week out from Thanksgiving and the season of giving. Here are three ways you can support Survivors Say in the upcoming year (Best part: Two are free!) 💸 Double your impact. During #GivingTuesday all donations up to $10,000 will be matched! Don’t forget, if your employer has a matching program, that could mean 3x or 4x the impact of your donation. 💓 Interaction is key & free! Help us connect with more volunteers, other orgs, or survivors in need. Ask a question, drop a like, share our posts with others. Don’t forget to tag us, please! Survivors Say 📧 Get our mail. Our emails are short and sweet. We cover three topics – no more, no less. Learn more and sign up here → https://lnkd.in/eRyXsEQ8

With just a little over a month left in the year, it’s time to supercharge your fundraising & matching gift efforts. Matching gifts can be a game-changer, providing the boost you need to meet and exceed your annual goals. That’s why our team put together a comprehensive end of year + matching gift checklist, designed to help you identify more matching opportunities and convert them into completed matches before January hits. If you comment below, we will send you our full resource so that you can implement 11 simple strategy changes to maximize your year-end match potential. Here’s a sneak peek into some of the key strategies: ✅ Update your donation pages to capture employment data and uncover eligible donors ✅ Follow-up retroactively with donors to encourage matches for gifts made earlier in the year ✅ Create a sense of urgency to motivate action ✅ Delegate verification responsibilities to ensure timeliness Want to access some of the other strategies? Comment below, and we will send over the resource. Leverage the full benefits of matching gifts at year-end! #MatchingGifts #Fundraising

It might be October, but year end giving is around the corner and it’s the perfect time for nonprofits to ramp up their fundraising efforts! One key strategy to finish strong is crafting a standout year-end appeal. Here are 5 ways to make your appeal stand out from the crowd: 1️⃣ Tell a Story: Share the amazing things your nonprofit has accomplished this year. Highlight how donations can help continue that momentum. 2️⃣ Focus on Impact: Show donors exactly how their contributions will make a difference. People want to see the tangible results of their generosity. 3️⃣ Personalize Your Message: Make your appeal feel special by addressing donors by name and referencing their past support. 4️⃣ Create a Sense of Urgency: Remind donors that year-end giving is a limited-time opportunity. Highlight any matching gift challenges to encourage immediate action. 5️⃣ Include a Clear Call to Action: Make it easy for donors to give with a prominent donation link or button in your appeal. Want more tips to maximize your year-end giving? Check out this blog post: https://buff.ly/4evozP1