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Are you looking for a corporate partnership? We hear a lot about 'charities of the year,' if you don't feel that's for you, it can put smaller organisations off. However, corporate partnerships benefit charities of all sizes, and prospect research can help you find one. These four steps will get you started: 🎯 Define your goals and target audience 🎯 Create a shortlist of potential corporate partners 🎯 Evaluate their suitability - mission, objectives, and finances 🎯 Figure out how you can use your existing network to reach them Get in touch to learn how prospect research can help secure your next corporate partnership.

📣 Exciting news! Introducing the sector's only Face-to-Face & Telephone Fundraising Conference 👇 It's time for a face-to-face fundraising revolution. 👊 In the press we hear about cutting corners, underpaying staff, and short-term thinking. And it's putting your income, people, and reputation at risk. On Friday, another face-to-face exposé hit headlines across the country causing teams to question the benefit of F2F. But now is the time to take action, not pause it. Dialogue fundraising is a crucial acquisition channel that is worth a lot of money to your charity — when it's done properly. We've partnered with REAL Fundraising | B Corp and Impact Talks to bring you the world's only Face-to-Face and Telephone Conference. You will learn how to:  ❤️ recruit values-aligned fundraisers 📰 work with agencies who will strive to protect your brand 📈 create ethical strategies 🤖 use AI to quality-control your conversations As well as sessions on telephone confidence, measuring your success, implementing F2F at small charities, and so much more! Join the revolution 🤙 📅 April 17th 2024, 12-4pm BST 🌐 Tune in virtually ➡️ Book today & get 31% off: https://lnkd.in/e9mfvFCT #F2F #FaceToFace #fundraising #TelephoneFundraising

As a CEO of an NPO, building strong, meaningful relationships is essential for the growth and sustainability of your organisation. Here are my top three key tips to foster connections that support your mission: 1. Engage with Stakeholders Regularly Keeping open lines of communication with your stakeholders—donors, volunteers, beneficiaries, and partners—ensures they remain informed and involved. Regular updates, personalised communication, and transparent discussions build trust and encourage long-term commitment to your cause. 2. Collaborate with Other Organisations Partnering with other nonprofits or businesses that share your values can amplify your impact. These collaborations can provide access to new resources, skills, and networks, helping your organisation grow in ways that would be difficult alone. Together, we can do more! 3. Invest in Your Team The heart of every nonprofit is its team. Building a supportive, empowering environment where staff and volunteers feel valued ensures they are motivated and engaged. When your team thrives, they become strong advocates for the organisation, fueling growth from within. By building strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and your internal team, you create a network of support that drives your NPO forward. At Usapho Foundation, we’ve seen firsthand how nurturing these connections leads to long-term success and a bigger impact in our communities. #nonprofitleadership #relationshipbuilding #NPOgrowth #communityimpact #usaphofoundation #nonprofitorganisation

I've said it many times, non-profits must operate like any other business to be successful. This includes in "lead-generation" efforts. By leveraging storytelling and community engagement, non-profits can build authentic connections that resonate with their audience on a deeper level. Sell. In. Private. Post and email about the things you're doing, and the impact you make. Educate people about your organization and the people that make it amazing. Advertise why people should support you, or how amazing the last thing you accomplished was. Then? Sell. In. Private. When people ask you how they can help and support in a DM, that is your opportunity to solicit for volunteers and donations. It isn't that you can't post occasionally saying you need money + volunteers, but keep it to every 3rd or 4th post/email. Embrace a more human-centric approach to lead generation and see how it can transform your organization's outreach strategy.

NEN has a new member! 🌟 Digital Boost, a subsidiary of the educational charity Founders4Schools, was founded in late 2020 in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. Their mission is to make mentoring and personalised business support easily available and free to anyone starting or growing a business, regardless of stage of growth, location, sector or existing networks. Currently, while they support anyone wanting to start or grow a business, they have noted: ✅85% are micro-enterprises (fewer than 10 employees) ✅60% are pre-start or less than 18 months old ✅75% are outside London #Enterprise #EducationalCharity #MicroEnterprise Find out more: https://lnkd.in/e_Mw4Uaw

A Better Solution Than Giving Tuesday? Focus on Year-Round Donor Relationships! Relying on one day for donations is limiting. Instead, imagine a community of engaged supporters who are with you all year long, inspired to sustain your mission. With multi-channel, year-end campaigns that showcase your impact and invite donors to join your journey, you can create a foundation for lasting support and real growth. At Spark Point, our #ProspectSprint service can help you build a sustainable strategy beyond one day: - Data-Driven Assessment — Identify where your approach can grow. - Targeted Prospect Research — Find new funders who connect with your mission. - Strategic Guidance — Tailored advice to cultivate relationships that last. Ready to elevate your impact? Let’s make it happen all year long! https://lnkd.in/ePARJ-aT #EndOfYearGiving #SustainableFunding #LongTermGrowth #ProspectSprint #NonprofitLife #FundraisingStrategy

"𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐭𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟... 𝐨𝐡, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬" 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐧 𝐃. 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐭 (disclaimer: he didn't actually say this) Working on the content for Thursday's fourth FREE Data Bites for Comms Pros session: Smashing spreadsheets - five great functions for insight (30 mins) Looking forward to joining forces with Darren Caveney comms2point0 once again from my 'studio' in the depths of Das Neue Berlin, aka #stockport . These sessions are aimed at public sector and non-for-profit comms pros looking to Do More With Data. Feedback has been great so far - including from a Head of Comms at a UK charity: "𝐈'𝐯𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬... 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐨 𝐦𝐮𝐜𝐡, 𝐚𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐨 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲. https://lnkd.in/epmZbPYJ #datainformed #datainsights #datacommunication #strategiccommunications #dataliteracy

Hey LinkedIn community, I'm thrilled to announce the development of **CharityConnect** – a groundbreaking website aimed at connecting individuals and NGOs with local charities. This platform will revolutionize how we engage with and support our communities. **What is CharityConnect?** CharityConnect is a user-friendly website designed to facilitate the creation and management of charitable events. It features volunteer profiles, skill matching, real-time chat, scheduling tools, and impact tracking, making it easier for everyone to get involved in community service. **Key Features:** - **Volunteer Profiles and Skill Matching**: Find the right opportunities based on your skills and interests. - **Event Creation and Management**: Charities can easily create and manage their events. - **Real-Time Chat and Coordination**: Seamless communication between volunteers and organizers. - **Impact Tracking and Reporting**: Track your contributions and see the difference you make. - **Social Media Integration**: Promote events and engage more volunteers. Stay tuned for more updates as we build CharityConnect and get ready to make a real impact in our communities! #buildspace #s5 #CharityConnect #CommunityEngagement #LocalCharities #VolunteerOpportunities #TechForGood #SocialImpact

Jump into May with a Spring Clean KindCurators Recruitment Toolkit! 🚀 🌼    One of our fabulous partners are offering five Charities a half price Recruitment Toolkit for the month of May!   This is totally bespoke to you!   The Recruitment Toolkit is designed and developed to give you a strong robust foundation to build an inclusive recruitment process that is streamlined, offers best practice and user experience that attracts and retains a diverse workforce who share your organisations values, culture and ethos. 🙌    Get in touch quick to reserve your charity, half price KindCurators Recruitment Toolkit! 👍 #recruitmentaudit #charityoffer

Join Our Exclusive Community Pay It Forward Networking Program! Starting this October, we’re launching a unique networking program designed to connect Mission Partners, Giving Partners, and Sponsorship Partners for meaningful collaboration and growth! Whether you're passionate about making a positive impact or looking to amplify your reach, this program is for you. Mark Your Calendars!   Our first meeting is on Thursday, October 10th at 6 PM EST. Monthly meetings will follow on the second Thursday, same time, through April 2025. Program Highlights: - Monthly Meetings: Connect virtually with other members, share your story, and find new ways to collaborate. - Giving & Mission of the Month Introductions: Showcase your work and explore challenges where others can help. - Open to All: No fees to join, and you can invite guests! - Broadcast Live on the pACT Channel: Boost your visibility by engaging with a broader audience. - Community Mission Wheel: Donate $5, nominate a nonprofit, and spin the prize wheel for a chance to win funds for a worthy cause! This program is more than networking, it's about making a real difference. Let’s come together to support each other and the communities we serve. Join us in changing lives, one connection at a time! #communitypayitforward #networkingforgood #missionpartners #givingpartners #makingadifference #pactchannel #nonprofits