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Did You Know? 💥 More than two-thirds of people (and 72% of charity donors) want to see evidence that their donation will make a difference! We know that the most effective way to engage and inspire your supporters is through trust, empathy and deep emotional connections. 1. 👥 Connect with your supporters, send a personalised email / a hand written card and make sure that you keep these supporters engaged. 2. 💰 Be open and honest about where the funds are going, documenting and sharing the journey! 3. 🏠 Maybe share updates of people featured in the fundraisng campaign and how the funds/charity has made a difference in their life. For more on Fundraising and Donor Support read our carefully crafted blog by Emma 👉: https://lnkd.in/exMXqGX8

If you're still looking for your first donation, try one of these TIPS to help us reach 100% participation for #TheLongestDay: 1. ✅ DONATE to your fundraiser to give it some initial momentum ($5 is a great start)! 2. 📲 SHARE your fundraiser on your Instagram story to reach more of your friends and family (click "Share" on your fundraiser page). 3. 💜 POST an update on your fundraiser Facebook page (photo, story or activity update). 4. 👥 INVITE your friends and family members to support your efforts (use the "Invite" button).

Want to know how to support #KidsChance during #KidsChanceAwarenessWeek? You can: 1️⃣ Use #KidsChance & #MoreMoneyforMoreKids 2️⃣ Refer eligible applicants 3️⃣ Volunteer 4️⃣ Make a donation Learn more at kidschanceoftexas.org

Building strong relationships is key to successful fundraising. Whether it's between fundraisers and charities or donors and causes, connections make all the difference. Here’s how we approach it: • Know Your Why: People connect with passion. Share why the cause matters to you, and potential donors are more likely to see how they can help make a difference. • Listen to Donors: We first build rapport when interacting with potential donors to discover what matters to them. We align their values with the charity's mission and naturally, that relationship becomes more personal and lasting. • Tailor the Message: We know how each donation drives our client’s missions  so we can confidently  highlight how their gift impacts what they care about, making the decision to give more meaningful. It’s not just about asking for donations—it’s about inspiring people to be part of something bigger. #Fundraising #Globalfaces #Teamwork

Has your charity not quite finished its strategic plan? Would you like a bit more research-based input and some key facts and figures to help focus your priorities? Covering donation trends, the role of cash, small & medium charities, income sources, charity funding, social media, population and more, the 10 charts give you 10 key facts that any charity, whatever its size, needs for its strategic plan. See all 10 charts and get the full facts here: https://lnkd.in/e6rspTB8

Most people think that the only way to donate is by giving money. But your time & skills can be just as valuable. Every quarter at Pink Trumpet, I donate to an organization that supports women & girls. In Q1 of 2024, I gave my time & resources. Recently, I supported: → Pastoral Women’s Council (PWC) With their 2023 annual report. For many nonprofits, while an annual report is a great fundraising tool, the cost of creating one can be quite high. It’s instances like this where the gift of time can be the most valuable donation. Check out a few pages of the report here and a link to their website is in the comment below!

Does your company have a matched giving program? Many companies will match donations their employees make to the causes they care the most about—sometimes even doubling or tripling the donation amount! Before your team starts taking time off for Christmas, find out if this is something your company offers and how the program works. By taking advantage of your company's matched giving program, your year-end gift to 1MISSION will go further than ever before! 1MISSION.org/donate

Want to ask for a donation but you're unsure of the best way? 👀 These will be your first 5 steps! 💰👇 🔸Create a mailing list 🔸Start your donor base 🔸Send an appeal 🔸Make it easy to donate 🔸Involve board, staff, & volunteers! It's time to set aside the stigma of asking for money! Want more advice? Reach out or sign up for my email list at LockeStep.com!

#CharityTips 💡 When crafting your fundraising campaigns, don't forget to highlight the impact of even the smallest donations. Share compelling stories and real-life examples to show potential donors how their contributions can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve. By illustrating the tangible outcomes of their support, you can inspire greater generosity and engagement with your cause. Reach out to a mentor for guidance: https://bit.ly/4c135cj