WINGS FOR WIDOWS’ Post

We asked this question today in our session “From Welcoming to Cooperation: Creating Spaces of Belonging and Purpose” at the Nonprofit Association of Washington. What becomes possible for you when you feel you belong? For our community? P.S. Music can be a great way to create spaces of belonging.

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Hello! 🎉 We at Benvenuti Arts have been supporting artists and small arts organizations for almost 10 years, focusing on practical, tactical fundraising and administrative services. It’s clear to us, after all of this time, that fewer financial resources does not equate to lesser work; smaller groups are often so focused on their communities that things like grant writing, donor cultivation, or financial planning must be deprioritized. We want to help, even if you don’t have the resources to work with us directly. It’s with that in mind that we are relaunching our communications channels! With a core value to be of service to the small and mighty arts organizations and artists out there, we will continue with our consulting and capacity building services while building out our public channels to also provide some practical tools to anyone who needs them. It is our hope that more groups can benefit, even if they are not our direct client. So if you are looking for: 📍 Industry articles along with our own thoughts, follow us here on LinkedIn. 📚 Practical tools and tips for arts administrators, as well as BA’s take on industry occurrences, check out our Blog.  📥 Monthly lists of upcoming grants, links to resources, and other advice targeted to small arts groups and independent artists, sign up for our monthly newsletter.  ♻ Snippets from our trainings and workshops, and features from our clients, follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Additionally, our Clients and Members receive monthly emails with insights and guidance just for them. 👯♀️ We want to keep this information simple, informative, and, above all, practical. Just like our work with clients, these tools only work if you are able to actually use them! So we hope you’ll engage, provide feedback, and share anything you feel was useful to you. We’ll see you online! 🎭 🔮 #benvenutiarts #fundraising #artsmanagement #IndieSpaceNYC #gallim #choralcameleon #developingartists #sozowithus #AlphabetRockers #BloomingdaleSchoolOfMusic #frigidnyc #kr3ts #forgottenfutures #btfa #concerttheatreworks #braataproductions

In the gauntlet that is post-Thanksgiving consumerist marketing, I tried something new this year (in addition to #optoutside, of course). Rather than being reactive, I sat with my goals and plans first. What is on our list of house priorities for the year that we haven’t gotten to yet? What are the essential pieces I actually would benefit from adding to my wardrobe? Then, I sought out the companies I value and trust to see what deals they had going on. (Even my favorite companies’ emails weren’t bombarding me because most go to my Unroll.Me. I want to be in charge of my choices and not just swayed by the suggestions in my inbox that are based on someone else’s priorities.) This year, my husband and I have also been working to take a similar approach to our philanthropy. It’s our first year working to develop a plan versus being only reactionary. (Shoutout to Social Justice Fund NW for introducing me to the giving plan concept. It’s powerful for donors giving at all amounts.) Our plan is built around key questions: What do we value and believe in? What do we want to exist in the world or how do we want the world to be for ourselves, for others, for the earth? Headed into #GivingTuesday, I encourage you to take a moment to reflect on your giving priorities rather than just being responsive. What do you care about? How can you show up accordingly? If one of the things you value is trails and access to the outdoors in Washington state, Washington Trails Association is here to be your partner.

Running a nonprofit in the performing arts can quickly turn into a series of endless business tasks that devour your creative time. Strategizing your workflow is vital to nourishing creativity for yourself while encouraging creativity among your organization’s team. Here are 10 tips on how to integrate some of these strategies into your workflow. https://lnkd.in/ejiq8ytY

Associations provide so much value to their members. But, sometimes they forget just how great you are! Now’s a perfect time to remind your members about everything your association has to offer. Here’s a few ways to use your existing video and photos to tell the story of the benefits of membership! 1.Remind them why they joined! From eduction to resources to networking, your association connects members to a pool of opportunity. Tell them a story of how it can work for them! 2. Educate on new services. Has your association added some new tools or training? Don’t keep that to yourself! Get the story out! 3. Recruit new members by explaining the benefits of your field. A great way to boost membership, is to get more people into your field. So, tell a story about at the perks of your profession! 4. Hold a contest! A great way to spark enthusiasm is to hold a contest. Design a prize around some of your underutilized resources. Shoot video and document the story along the way! 5. Share results and wins! Tell stories about recent member wins and how your association helped them get there! #associations #museums #nonprofits #storytelling #videoproduction #videostorytelling

Avoid a Fundraising Horror Show at Your Next Gala! 😱 Join us on Wednesday, 10/30 for a frightfully insightful webinar, "Nightmare on Gala Street: Common Mistakes and How to Dodge Them." We’re tackling the spine-chilling pitfalls nonprofits face when hosting fundraising events—and, more importantly, how to dodge them! Whether you're a seasoned pro or hosting your first gala, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge to turn potential disasters into dream events. We’ll cover the following hair-raising topics: 🌪️ Registration Nightmares: Learn how to avoid chaotic check-ins and ensure a smooth guest experience from the moment they arrive. 🔇 Sound Production Scares: Don’t let technical issues haunt your event! We’ll show you how to achieve crisp, clear sound that keeps your audience engaged. ❌ Live Auction Fails: Not getting enough bids? Discover what’s holding your auction back and learn how to bring in top dollars. 💤 Boring Speakers: Don’t let your speakers bore your guests to sleep! We’ll share tips to make sure your speakers captivate the room from start to finish. 🦗 Killing the Crickets: Create an atmosphere that buzzes with energy instead of awkward silences. Don’t let your gala become a ghost town—reserve your spot today and turn your next fundraiser into a spectacular success! REGISTER FREE: https://lnkd.in/gdMysGip

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👉Here is a scenario; The High School Music Ensemble is hosting a Fundraiser on November 1st. Obviously, I will add that to the calendar on the 13th, along with the details for tickets (when to get them, where to get them, how much they are) and the details of the event. And if it is readily available, I may describe what the group does and what they are raising money for. 👉They are selling early bird tickets from October 6th through October 13th - I will add an event on the 6th that says, "Early Bird Ticket Sales start today!" and then list the details of the sales and the event. I will also make an event on the 13th that says "Last day for Early Bird Tickets" and list the details again. That way, if someone isn't looking all the way to November 1st, they still see the event this week and know to get their tickets. 👍Your event managers will appreciate this because people seam to be slower and slower at purchasing tickets ahead of time, and this makes planning more difficult, especially if you have a caterer. 👍Your community will appreciate it because it gives them more opportunities to see the event. #eventcalendar #marketing #buildingstrongcommunities #earlybird #lastday #raisingmoney #ticketsales #eventmanagers #scenario #events

Buoyed by record-setting philanthropy and new performance and rehearsal spaces, artistic connection is riding a noticeable flourish of Tommie momentum. To learn more, click here: https://ow.ly/zZSq50UaoHW