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"At Market Lane, we’re proud supporters of Children's Ground, a bold not-for-profit organisation that is advocating and making change for a brighter future with, and for, First Nations children, families and communities. There are several ways that we walk with Children's Ground. We’ll summarise these here to hopefully inform and inspire individuals and businesses wanting to develop a meaningful connection and partnership with Children’s Ground and/or other likeminded First Nations organisations, but perhaps unsure where to start." https://lnkd.in/gP7tHMS6

In honor of Family Day here are some great tips on how to make your Fundraising events fun for the whole family!

📊 Data-Driven Change in Northeast Florida The Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida’s Catalyst Dashboard is transforming how nonprofits, government agencies, and businesses collaborate to tackle critical issues like housing, education, and healthcare. By consolidating key quality-of-life data down to the ZIP code level using mySidewalk, it’s empowering mission-driven organizations to make informed, high-impact decisions. Catch CEO Dawn Lockhart’s interview on First Coast Connect to learn more about how data is driving action and activating communities across the region!

5 places to find stories for your year-end appeal you might not have considered: 1. Staff or volunteer passion – Share why they’re deeply committed to your cause. 2. Shared experiences – Even if donors didn’t benefit directly from your programs, they can relate to similar experiences, like attending a camp, school, or community center. 3. Hidden impact – Highlight something most people take for granted but your organization consistently provides for beneficiaries. 4. Unexpected partnerships – Showcase how unique collaborations have amplified your reach. 5. Long-term donor testimonials – Feature stories from donors who’ve seen the lasting impact of their contributions. Have you started working on your appeal yet?

To transform how your community engages with you and your work, consider listening before you act.     In 2019 and 2020, Mission Partners served as the messaging and communications partner for NewsMatch—the largest grassroots fundraising campaign designed to support nonprofit news in the U.S. Through research, collaborative strategizing, and community listening, their fundraising goals exceeded the years prior despite the pandemic and politically charged attacks on the free press.     What might your community be trying to tell you that could drive your mission to new heights?    🔹Read more about our work with NewsMatch: https://lnkd.in/eXWx4tAX  🔹Learn more about how Mission Partners can help you build community engagement: https://lnkd.in/e-p458pc 

Need to revitalize a longstanding online community? Check out my brand new FREE course to help you move through the process of pumping new energy into your community!

As the Communications Director for national nonprofit Connected Nation, Inc. I field lots of emails from state leaders, ISPs, journalists, nonprofits & for profits, and the public. Sometimes the emotion or heartbreak conveyed in an email sticks with you and you just can't stop thinking about it. The below story details one of THOSE emails for me. "Feeling the loss of ACP: It's real....and REAL-bad for some" READ IT HERE➡ https://bit.ly/4cX4j8l #ConnectedNation

In a world brimming with challenges and opportunities, community fundraising emerges as a beacon of hope, a catalyst for change, and a testament to the power of collective action. At Prime Tech Enterprise, we recognize the pivotal role that community fundraising plays in driving positive transformations, fostering camaraderie, and building stronger, more resilient communities. In this comprehensive guide, we delve deep into the myriad benefits of community fundraising, exploring how it empowers individuals, galvanized communities, and propels meaningful change. https://bit.ly/4bZg4e7

Nonprofit work is not getting easier. And our newsfeed is filled with all of the challenges we face as a sector economically, politically and societally. How do we stay hopeful? How do we stay engaged? How do we find cheerleaders for ourselves as nonprofiteers? Our Nonprofit Hive community is rising to meet changemakers where they are at. We are fostering a global, collaborative community where nonprofit professionals can share insights, build connections, and find mutual support. Together lets combat the isolation often faced in the nonprofit sector by creating a space for: 🔥 Mentorship. 🔥 Networking. 🔥 Continuous learning. 🔥 Peer Support. We are manufacturing serendipity and opportunity by getting YOU in the room with other changemakers that get it. So join us - find the support you need to sustain you in this work. Let's change the world together. 1 conversation at a time. https://lnkd.in/gD_cj9-W

❓ Did you know that 63% of our staff provide board or advisory services to at least one other nonprofit or governmental organization, ultimately supporting over 30 local, regional, and national entities? And that's just one way that we build capacity in the nonprofit ecosystem. We also increase individual, organizational, and community capacity by building connections across our programs and with external partners. In 2023, we: ➡️ Supported 374 small businesses. ➡️ Organized or attended 272 community building events. ➡️ Formed or maintained 100 partnerships. ➡️ Completed 1,710 hours in staff training and volunteer efforts. Explore: Building Capacity at https://bit.ly/3KmwAbY