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Voluntary, Community, Faith, and Social Enterprises have so much to offer in delivering Social Value that truly meets local needs 🌟 The ‘Roadmap to Maximise VCFSE Social Value Outcomes,’ co-created by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside with local VCFSE groups, sets a new benchmark for collaboration with the third sector. Below we break down the Roadmap’s six key steps to building an effective partnership model 🤝 Want to learn more? Check out the full spotlight: https://lnkd.in/eXpa-932 #Socialvalue #Thirdsector #Communityimpact #Sustainability #Charity #Nonprofit

Here are eight fundraising strategies for an election year from Christian Leadership Alliance. These tactics can help your organization manage the increased competition for donors’ attention and contributions. https://hubs.la/Q02yl0wV0 #Fundraising #CharitableGiving #ElectionYear

Did you know Food Forward has a win-win-win business model? That means our organization is a win for the community, a win for the environment, and a win for the produce industry! And at the same time, we manage to keep our operations financially efficient. In 2023 we kept our cost to recover and distribute produce at approximately $.07/lb and returned a social impact value of $168 million to communities across the region. Check out the 2023 Annual Impact Report to see how we did it all! https://bit.ly/44ImvQ1 #BuildingGenerationalHealth #sharetheabundance #giveback #foodforward #foodwaste #zerowaste #cultivate #community #volunteer #donate #nonprofit #fundraising #communityengagement #foodjustice #dogood #makeadifference #foodrecovery #donation #instagood #bethechange #kindness #joyfulness #giving #foodinsecurity #communityfirst #helpothers #losangeles #california

How can organisations harness the creativity of their volunteers? With the voluntary sector facing a "triple threat" of growing demand, rising costs, and declining funds, there is an increasing need for creative solutions. Tamara Friedrich and Haley A Beer, from University of Warwick - Warwick Business School, mark International Volunteers Day by sharing six steps to foster creativity among your volunteers and turn that into impact. As the chair of a national charity, this really resonated with me. Read our latest Core Insights article here: https://lnkd.in/eJH_cnCU #WBS #CoreInsights #Research #Charity #Volunteer #Creativity

On this day, we reflect, remember, and unite in service to our communities. Let us honor the heroes and those we lost on September 11, 2001, by giving back and making a difference. Whether it’s volunteering, donating, or simply lending a helping hand, your small acts of kindness contribute to building a better future. Share how you're serving today. #NeverForget #911DayOfService #CommunityFirst #HonorThroughAction #UtahDigitalMarketingExperts #DigitalMarketingForGood #ServiceInAction #Remember911

One of the most important things about a #nonprofit organization is the impact it has on it's community. Your outcomes, changes because of your services, are central not only to helping your cause, but allowing others to know that donating to you can make an #impact. Share your impact with the community.

📊 Interested in the dynamics of the #Charity sector? Read our summary of the Annual Return 2022 report below ⬇️ #CharityInsights #UKNonProfits #AnnualReturn2022

Making the most of your marketing budget is an age-old problem, and one that’s impacting not-for-profit organisations more than ever in the current climate. So, if you have a shrinking budget but need to make sure you still hit your objectives, we’ve rounded up a few tips for achieving the greatest return on investment in our latest blog (link in comments). #blog #marketingbudget #creativeagency #notforprofit #charity #thirdsector #purposedriven #creativeblog #goals

From carrying out a price comparison to reducing energy use, here are our tips for small charities looking to navigate their way through the cost-of-living crisis. 🔗 Read the full article here ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eM5MJfzZ #CharityDigital #MoneySaving #NonProfit

When it comes to donor relations, it's like any relationship: take the first step. Bring someone a pie you baked before you ever ask for a cup of sugar. Building trust and showing appreciation lays the foundation for meaningful, long-term connections. 🍰 #DonorRelations #Fundraising #CommunityBuilding #NonprofitLeadership