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Tomorrow is #NationalNonprofitDay, so we’re highlighting the announcement of our 2024 charitable partners: Feeding Northeast Florida, Community Kitchen and Hundred Nights! Read more about their important missions here: https://lnkd.in/e7iDHRjp #msainsurance #protectingmainstreet

I've synthesized everything I've learned about nonprofit marketing and communications into this six page report. There are some real lessons here that can immediately benefit your work if you are a nonprofit leader. Download a copy today and let me know what you think! https://lnkd.in/e7MyHSFY #nonprofit #socialimpact #dallas

With FFTC's Planned Giving opportunities, your aspirations for a brighter future transform into tangible actions that resonate for generations. Whether you're addressing immediate community needs or nurturing your favorite causes, our expert guidance, personalized service and robust local resources ensure that your charitable legacy is not just a hope, but a certainty. Learn more about how we help individuals and families create a lasting legacy: fftc.org/create_a_legacy

Don't Forget: Companies Need Philanthropic Advice, Too Clients wear many hats. They are children, parents, siblings, and volunteers for charities. Many of your clients are also corporate executives or small business owners. Addressing your clients’ corporate giving needs alongside their individual and family philanthropy priorities is sometimes an overlooked component of estate and financial planning. The Community Foundation can help. Read more: https://bit.ly/45ecYjS

"Proud to share our step-by-step timeline for a community-centered initiative focused on maximizing charitable impact during the holiday season. This Gantt chart illustrates each phase of our journey, from setting clear goals to mobilizing support and ensuring resources reach those in need. Every step is dedicated to creating real, positive change for our communities. Looking forward to building together and supporting each other in ways that matter!"

Opportunity

Although Americans trust philanthropic organizations more than government and businesses, almost a third believe not-for-profits are on the “wrong track,” according to a 2023 survey. But there are ways to manage public perception to help your nonprofit weather unexpected crises. For example, strive to be transparent and make communicating how you use donor funds a priority. Also enlist the help of staff and volunteers to put your nonprofit in the best possible light and be prepared to combat potential backlash when other nonprofits generate negative publicity. Finally, know when to cut your losses and move on.https://bit.ly/3V2RvXy

For nonprofits, corporate engagement can be seen as the gateway to sustainable funding. Join Debbie Snyder and these #CSR experts for this chat!

Check out this in-depth analysis of the generosity ecosystem to help understand the decline in giving.