The Nonprofit Hive’s Post

We all have things that matter to us. Families. Friends. Faith. Future Plans. And for nonprofiteers we also often have all of the above + a Mission that matters to us. We are working to build something bigger than ourselves, contributing towards lasting change in the world AND getting paid for it. (often not paid enough, but that's another post.) But talking about this work, nonprofit work, can be tough. Your friends and family might not get your "why". Your mission might seem pie in the sky or hard to believe in. So The Nonprofit Hive hopes members will find a person to share their missions with. Share about where they put their 9-5 time, possibly also their evenings and weekends. What are you excited to share in your Hive Chats nonprofit pro??? #networking #nonprofit #philanthropy #connection #community

We have never been more "connected." There has never been, in the history of humankind, the option to reach out and connect with another human being, almost anywhere in the world, at a moment's notice. And yet we are suffering from an epidemic of loneliness. More siloed than ever before; so paralyzed in the hustle culture to make time for connection. Connection may *technically* be a verb but it is also requires an ACTION. You see there is connection that is passive. "We are connected because we both work in nonprofit." And then there is connection that is active. "We connected through The Nonprofit Hive and talked about our work in nonprofit." One is going to give ALOT more feels and opportunities to build meaning than the other. So stop being passive and get active. Join The Nonprofit Hive today! https://lnkd.in/gD_cj9-W #connection #connectionsmatter #nonprofit #philanthropymatters #socialimpact

"Not sure a tech thing is going to connect people in the nonprofit space." Our dear friend and supporter Evan Wildstein said that in our first Hive interview (when we were workshopping this idea). Now that The Nonprofit Hive is live we had to have him back to talk about his experiences to date! Our founder takeaways: 1. Hive Chats are giving a voice to ALL nonprofiteers (and that is desperately needed in this space.) 2. Our platform is simple and easy to use (even for the non-techies ❤️ ) 3. Talking about your mission with others is going to JAZZ your nonprofit work up (who doesn't love some mid-week inspiration?) Our Hive is growing because the nonprofit industry needs connection. It needs more community. It needs more opportunities for peer support and heartfelt 1-1's. Hivers, do you have a recent mission you heard about from another Hiver?? Please share in the comments! 🐝 (Also, if you aren't yet giving Evan a follow on LinkedIn, make sure to check out his daily nonprofit truth bombs that are sure to give you a giggle.) #connection #philanthropy #charity #community #nonprofiteer

"Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family." 📚 - Kofi Annan. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools needed to drive progress in your nonprofit endeavors. Key takeaways from our workshop include: ➡️Access to essential information and resources for nonprofit startup and growth ➡️Education on leveraging virtual services for maximum efficiency and impact ➡️Empowerment to lead positive change in your community. Don't miss out on this empowering opportunity with Renee H.! https://lnkd.in/eXDzZKiE #nonprofitorganization #virtualservices #educationmatters #coachphyllisbreech

There are so many new followers here - over 3000 of you! - that we thought we should give a quick update on the "HOW" of the Hive. 1️⃣ When you sign up we ask for some info like: - your years of experience - your seniority level - what you are interested on connecting about (future of nonprofit, mentorship, fundraising knowledge sharing, etc) - your location in the world 2️⃣ Every Friday you are invited to participate in the following Thursdays chat. Our team waits patiently til Monday at noon to see who signs up... 3️⃣ When we have our final sign-ups we begin matching on your original sign up criteria to find you another Social Impact Pro to chat with. Sometimes you will go "how did the find the me from across the country?" Or sometimes it will feel like a TOTALLY different person in nonprofit work (because this industry is wildly diverse). But the whole point is that it is going to be a little bit different every week. You will share your backgrounds, your experience, your nonprofit origin story and more. So come and speak nonprofit with someone for 30 minutes a week. #nonprofit #connection #networking #philanthropy

Running a 'small' nonprofit? Read this. In a world where large nonprofits often have more resources, smaller nonprofits can struggle to get noticed. But with the right strategies, you can still make an unforgettable impact! Few things you can start doing today to imprint your work in the heart of men. 1. Emphasize Your Unique Impact Focus on the distinct, personal difference your organization makes. Share specific success stories and spotlight the individuals or communities you’re impacting. This personal approach resonates deeply with audiences. 2. Focus on building relationships Take time to connect with your supporters on a personal level. Respond to comments, thank donors publicly, and engage in conversations. Authentic relationships build a loyal community and help you stand out. Your organization has something unique to offer, don’t be afraid to let it shine! I hope this helps. I'll see you in tomorrow's letter. -Your Social Good Ally. #Day9 #LetterToImpactMakers #NonprofitMarketing #ImpactScribe

Most people are going to say there is no magic here. That 1-1 connection happens ALL THE TIME - so why are we making a big fuss about it?? But in my experience, RARELY are we taking the time to truly connect with each other. 🤦♀️ To get down to the bones and find each others "why" for our work. 🤦♂️ We are bogged down in the scramble for fundraising $$. 🤦♀️ The struggles of board management/engagement. 🤦♂️ The horror that can be creating a social media strategy that imparts impact AND gets people fired up. We wear too many hats and so we forgot how we got to this work, what it means to us and our Why for continuing to fight for a better world. Hive Chats are a simple and personal moment to reflect. To share. To connect. To find others who are there in the trenches of this work with you. To find a (free) community. If you are curious what this is all about, send me a DM to learn more and get your invite to The Nonprofit Hive. #communitybuilding #community #nonprofitwork #nonprofit #philanthropy

You don't have to listen to "expert advice." "Expert advice" hasn't worked at a nonprofit, where running every social media platform was just 20% of their role, with zero budget or support. Use expert advice as a starting point or inspiration. But make it work for your organization, your audience, and especially, for you and what you can take on. #SocialMedia #NonprofitSocialMedia

"Numbers don't lie . . . " Hmmm, they don't, but they can be used to support, well, let's not call them lies, let's assume positive intent and call them "Unsupported Assumptions." "What gets measured gets managed." Hmmm, well, Peter Drucker never actually said this and also I'm willing to bet a lot of us have been in places generating report after report after report that never got 'managed.' There's a few things that affect how we react to numbers & measurement: - Confirmation bias - if we believe something to be true, we can interpret the numbers to support that theory . . . e.g. "The economy is tough, people are struggling and giving, when adjusted for inflation, went down and giving by individuals is down to 67%" - How we interpret the numbers, maybe not knowing how they were calculated, e.g., "Corporate giving went up, we need to invest now in a strong corporate giving methodology!" - And the big one - to me anyway - our own attitude and framing. "Ugh, everything is awful and terrible and GivingUSA doesn't calculate everything anyway and it's no longer relevant and it just continues to show us that giving is going down." Or . . . we could say . . . "Regardless of methodology, GivingUSA this year is showing that in this country last year acts of generosity and kindness totaled over $557B - that's billion. Half a trillion dollars." Now, that's a number that's pretty solid, regardless of how its calculated. And it does point to the fact that, regardless of how they're interpreted or put together, that's an awful lot of generosity going on. Barbara O'Reilly, CFRE, Cherian Koshy, Erik Tomalis 🦬 & I are going to talk through all of this in just a little bit. I hope you'll join us -- or register to get the recording if you can't attend today. Huge thanks to Virtuous for putting this conversation together and hosting it! I'm choosing optimism. It's not easy, I'll admit - there's a lot thrown at us day after day after day . . . . but I work with donors primarily in the "low and mid-range" and I can tell you generosity and giving is alive and well and doing just fine. (My GenX loving heart is now quoting/paraphrasing Huey Lewis "the heart of rock n' roll (i.e. philanthropy) is still beatin' . . . ")

Why is "talking shop" with peers from inside an industry so therapeutic? A little over a year ago when we first announced we were building The Nonprofit Hive we asked the question WHY you would want to be connected 1-1 with another nonprofit pro. The results were kind of what we expected. You, nonprofit pros, are overwhelmingly looking for #community. Engaging in "talking shop" with peers from inside an industry can be therapeutic for several reasons: 1. Shared Understanding - understanding of the challenges, industry-specific issues, empathy. You are looking for validation and to be heard. 2. Problem-Solving - an opportunity for collaborative problem-solving. You can exchange ideas, strategies, and best practices. 3. Networking and Camaraderie - Engaging in conversations with industry peers allows you to establish connections, share experiences, and build mutually beneficial relationships, which can enhance your overall well-being. What did we miss a year ago? What else are you looking for in a social-impact focused collaboration?? #networking #nonprofits #philanthropy #communitybuilding