Then it’s home for a good long walk or gym, then dinner, a movie, and bed! Carina Johnson. Here’s the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators, where we ask you to describe your day in your own words. Share your day with us! MORE
Fancy dinner. They can buy themselves dinner. Wine and cheese tasting. Reception. What do all these events have in common? They are generic. Any nonprofit can host these events. They are not special to your donors. They are not especially meaningful. MORE
A spaghetti dinner fundraiser is a classic fundraiser , but it is classic for a reason: It’s remarkably easy and it is a near sure-fire money-maker. For those who are unfamiliar with how to run a successful spaghetti dinner fundraiser, don’t worry, there’s not much to know. MORE
Upon my arrival, I mingle with other LA nonprofit workers and philanthropists at a silent auction and then head into the ballroom for dinner. After a lovely dinner and ceremony, I head home to give my fiancé a drive-by hello and head to bed to get some rest. Sara Maldonado. MORE
Arguably, one of the biggest things to absolutely get right at your fundraising dinner, gala, or extravaganza, is the Ask. MORE
Yours might be a five-course fundraising dinner, or it might be a casual Christmas party at a colleague’s home. This time of year, nonprofit organizations often celebrate their important work (and their coworkers) with parties or other special events. MORE
I was out at dinner tonight and overheard another table. Working with a purpose–no matter what that purpose is–whether it be to put dinner on the table, to provide opportunity for your family to doing what you love, matters. MORE
Define a clear and narrow goal for your team of messengers—It could be talking up your year-end campaign to friends and family over holiday dinners or urging their peeps to give the moment a last-minute leading gift comes in the door. We’re counting down to the year-end giving finish line. Are you banging your head against the wall yet? Joking aside, it may seem like your team’s hard work and limited resources aren’t enough. Yet you know how much you could bring in, if only…. MORE
Spaghetti Dinner – With donations from local grocery stores, money raised from a spaghetti dinner can be almost entirely profit for your group. Advertise your dinner heavily and have members presell tickets so you know how much to prepare before the event. Related posts: How to Plan a Great Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser. Fundraising is critical to your organization. MORE
And then take them out for dinner because they are a good friend for doing that. Every workplace has it. Every fandom has it. Every group of like-minded people has it. I am speaking of the dreaded JARGON, of course! MORE
We didn’t spend every dinner in front of the TV, but when we did, I loved to solve the puzzle. I grew up watching the television show “Wheel of Fortune.” I loved Pat Sayjak. I loved filling in the blanks. Now that I look back on it, I think it’s possible those early word puzzle […]. Blog Nonprofit Branding MORE
Events (dinners, golf tournaments, 5k races, etc.). If you’re stuck wondering how to involve your supporters with your mission, look no further. Here are 35 ideas from a stream of my consciousness. Surveys. Quizzes. Invitations to join a board or committee. Games. Polls. Videos. Advocacy or activism opportunities. Podcasts. Testimonials. Online chat tools. Webinars. Streaming live events. Question and answer sessions. Tell your story opportunities. Infographics. Reports or eBooks. MORE
– I always bring lunch from home, though more often than not it’s leftovers from last night’s dinner or a salad I throw together on the spot. Menucha Saitowitz. MORE
It’s very lonely being a CEO so I like to get together for breakfast, lunch, or dinner with my pals so we can blow off steam and share fresh ideas. So I’m out having lunch with one of my fellow CEO buddies. I do that a lot. MORE
– In the evening after dinner, I still spend some time reading and learning. José Rodríguez. Welcome to our latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators! This series lets you describe your workday in your own words. MORE
We didn’t spend every dinner in front of the TV, but when we did, I loved to solve the puzzle. I grew up watching the television show “Wheel of Fortune.” I loved Pat Sayjak. I loved filling in the blanks. Now that I look back on it, I think it’s possible those early word puzzle […]. Blog Nonprofit Branding MORE
3:45 – 4:00 pm – An afternoon cup of tea and an energy ball, as I know I won’t eat dinner until late tonight. Then I eat dinner (leftovers from the night before), do the dishes (also left over from the night before), watch a little TV and head to bed to read. Sarah Tarnopolsky. MORE
Valentines dinner and silent auction fundraiser at Gardner Museum The Board of Directors of the Gardner Museum of Architecture and Design, invite everyone to their special Valentines Dinner Fund Raiser on February 14. MORE
For me, social change can be as simple as the inspiration that sits across from you at the dinner table. My dad, Scott Rampy, is a free agent advocate, activist, and fundraiser working to end multiple sclerosis. He’s also humble. MORE
Recently, my daughter had a friend over for dinner. As we were setting the table and giggling, this young girl confessed that she was really nervous the first time she had dinner with us a week or so before. “Why?&# She said she had never had a “sit-down&# dinner before and wasn’t sure what to expect. Sometimes you just don’t know how you impact someone’s life. The work of your nonprofit is important. Don’t forget that. MORE
Some people also schedule lunch and dinner. Leadership and productivity guy Michael Hyatt talks about planning your ideal week so that you can schedule your actual work weeks in a way that hopefully approximates what you want your life to look like. MORE
Once I’m home, I write that list down, then either start preparing dinner, or fill up a glass of water for my paint brushes. Nancy Valentine. Welcome to our latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators! MORE
But, is a reception, lunch, ground breaking ceremony, auction or dinner what you need? This post is part of a series on non-profit events. From time to time I will have guest authors write in on topics they have an expertise in. MORE
Whether it’s renting the hall for your dinner event, the fee your bank charges for the organization’s checking account, or even the gas you burn on the way to the bank to cash all those gala checks, there is little fundraising that can be done 100% free of costs. There have always been costs associated with nonprofit fundraising. MORE
Verbal recognition during dinner and name and logo displayed during live auction. It’s just that simple. MORE
Speaking of which, at the Awards dinner on the night of July 6th, AFP has asked me to sit at their table! Have you heard of the National Fundraising Convention? The Institute of Fundraising in London is putting it on in July 2015. Oh happy day! MORE
A couple of years ago, I was invited to an unusual dinner party. This was my introduction to the Jeffersonian Dinner. Ready to have that dinner party? (This is a post I wrote for LinkedIn and wanted to share!). MORE
The past few weeks have been busy speaking- and webinar/seminar-wise, with a focus on the secret to messaging that connects — understanding the folks you hope to engage and motivate to act. That’s my rap of late: because it’s so important but so often overlooked. Knowing what matters to your network (a.k.a. target audiences), and how they live their lives, is your key to engaging and motivating them. But knowing your network is vital for reasons far beyond effective marketing. MORE
Last night at dinner, a long-time reader and a new friend asked: 'How important is alignment between cause and sponsor? What about CEO passion?Here's MORE
Charge a little more than people would usually pay to attend a fundraising dinner. This is a particularly fun fundraising idea. Not only does it have the potential to raise a lot of money for your organization, but it will be one event people will be talking about for years. MORE
When I arrive home I prepare dinner, relax and I am usually in bed by 11 to do it all over again tomorrow. Angel Mills. Welcome to our latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators! This series lets you describe your workday in your own words. MORE
Let’s skip the “Feats of Strength” and Festivus dinner, and head straight to the “Airing of Grievances.” Today is Festivus. ” Here are a few grievances you have shared with us about your work as a nonprofit communicator. MORE
Back on 24 August I received my dinner invitation from ‘friend’ Hillary Clinton. Actually, of course, it was a pitch to offer up my contact info to go into a draw that might win me dinner with the candidate on the campaign trail … Friend — I’d like to get to know you, and I can’t think of a better way to do that than sitting down to dinner together. MORE
You’re not going to try to sell him a story idea or get her to come to your annual dinner. When was the last time you reached out to a reporter without a story to pitch? MORE
You’d cold call a donor to set up a meeting at breakfast, lunch or dinner by saying, “I’d like to update you on…” this or that. Remember the old days? MORE
Time for another walk and dinner for Stella. After my dinner I clear out my in-box to zero and update my to-do list. Thomas Negron and Ruby. MORE
Or a good conversation for dinner chat with husband. What’s for dinner? Amie Bennight. Here’s the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators, where we ask you to describe your day in your own words. Want to be featured in this series? MORE
I eat lunch at my desk while checking my personal accounts and look up recipes for dinner. After 4:00 pm: I head out around 4 and do some grocery shopping and relax a bit before cooking dinner. Rachel Braver. MORE
Exactly two weeks ago I ‘boasted’ of my invitation to have dinner with Hillary Clinton … all I had to do was provide some further info about myself. MORE
– I had two back to back webinars today so I had no choice but to eat my leftover salad from last night’s dinner at my desk during the webinars. Scarlett Bauman. Welcome to our latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators! MORE
Knowing the rules can also help you set the right expectations when you do something as simple as offer complimentary admission to reporters at your annual fundraising dinner. True or false: I can offer a reporter free admission to our annual dinner. MORE
– We have a lot of community events over lunch and dinner that often make the day longer, but I typically leave the office at 5pm. I exercise before my husband gets home, then we eat dinner while watching a show on Netflix. Melanie Swiftney. MORE
Panel Praise: Raise More Money and Make it Home to Dinner on Time. As our team settles into post-conference life, we're looking back at a whirlwind of a week spent in beautiful New Orleans for one of our favorite nonprofit conferences: the 2018 Nonprofit Technology Conference. Here's a recap of all the fun! Booth Buzz. Fortunately, we snapped a picture of our booth before the crowds assembled. MORE
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SEPTEMBER 2, 2015
Back on 24 August I received my dinner invitation from ‘friend’ Hillary Clinton. Actually, of course, it was a pitch to offer up my contact info to go into a draw that might win me dinner with the candidate on the campaign trail … Friend — I’d like to get to know you, and I can’t think of a better way to do that than sitting down to dinner together.
Fundraiser Ideas
MARCH 9, 2010
A spaghetti dinner fundraiser is a classic fundraiser , but it is classic for a reason: It’s remarkably easy and it is a near sure-fire money-maker. For those who are unfamiliar with how to run a successful spaghetti dinner fundraiser, don’t worry, there’s not much to know.
SocialButterfly
SEPTEMBER 3, 2010
For me, social change can be as simple as the inspiration that sits across from you at the dinner table. My dad, Scott Rampy, is a free agent advocate, activist, and fundraiser working to end multiple sclerosis. He’s also humble.
Getting Attention
NOVEMBER 24, 2010
The past few weeks have been busy speaking- and webinar/seminar-wise, with a focus on the secret to messaging that connects — understanding the folks you hope to engage and motivate to act. That’s my rap of late: because it’s so important but so often overlooked. Knowing what matters to your network (a.k.a. target audiences), and how they live their lives, is your key to engaging and motivating them. But knowing your network is vital for reasons far beyond effective marketing.
Nonprofit Marketing Blog
JANUARY 29, 2013
A couple of years ago, I was invited to an unusual dinner party. This was my introduction to the Jeffersonian Dinner. Ready to have that dinner party? (This is a post I wrote for LinkedIn and wanted to share!).
Mission Minded
APRIL 29, 2015
We didn’t spend every dinner in front of the TV, but when we did, I loved to solve the puzzle. I grew up watching the television show “Wheel of Fortune.” I loved Pat Sayjak. I loved filling in the blanks. Now that I look back on it, I think it’s possible those early word puzzle […]. Blog Nonprofit Branding
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
Upon my arrival, I mingle with other LA nonprofit workers and philanthropists at a silent auction and then head into the ballroom for dinner. After a lovely dinner and ceremony, I head home to give my fiancé a drive-by hello and head to bed to get some rest. Sara Maldonado.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
AUGUST 14, 2017
Time for another walk and dinner for Stella. After my dinner I clear out my in-box to zero and update my to-do list. Thomas Negron and Ruby.
Mission Minded
APRIL 29, 2015
We didn’t spend every dinner in front of the TV, but when we did, I loved to solve the puzzle. I grew up watching the television show “Wheel of Fortune.” I loved Pat Sayjak. I loved filling in the blanks. Now that I look back on it, I think it’s possible those early word puzzle […]. Blog Nonprofit Branding
EveryAction
APRIL 17, 2018
Panel Praise: Raise More Money and Make it Home to Dinner on Time. As our team settles into post-conference life, we're looking back at a whirlwind of a week spent in beautiful New Orleans for one of our favorite nonprofit conferences: the 2018 Nonprofit Technology Conference. Here's a recap of all the fun! Booth Buzz. Fortunately, we snapped a picture of our booth before the crowds assembled.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2016
3:45 – 4:00 pm – An afternoon cup of tea and an energy ball, as I know I won’t eat dinner until late tonight. Then I eat dinner (leftovers from the night before), do the dishes (also left over from the night before), watch a little TV and head to bed to read. Sarah Tarnopolsky.
Fundraiser Ideas
FEBRUARY 25, 2010
Charge a little more than people would usually pay to attend a fundraising dinner. This is a particularly fun fundraising idea. Not only does it have the potential to raise a lot of money for your organization, but it will be one event people will be talking about for years.
Get Fully Funded
NOVEMBER 30, 2009
Recently, my daughter had a friend over for dinner. As we were setting the table and giggling, this young girl confessed that she was really nervous the first time she had dinner with us a week or so before. “Why?&# She said she had never had a “sit-down&# dinner before and wasn’t sure what to expect. Sometimes you just don’t know how you impact someone’s life. The work of your nonprofit is important. Don’t forget that.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
FEBRUARY 20, 2017
– We have a lot of community events over lunch and dinner that often make the day longer, but I typically leave the office at 5pm. I exercise before my husband gets home, then we eat dinner while watching a show on Netflix. Melanie Swiftney.
The Agitator
SEPTEMBER 16, 2015
Exactly two weeks ago I ‘boasted’ of my invitation to have dinner with Hillary Clinton … all I had to do was provide some further info about myself.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
JANUARY 29, 2018
– In the evening after dinner, I still spend some time reading and learning. José Rodríguez. Welcome to our latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators! This series lets you describe your workday in your own words.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
APRIL 16, 2018
When I arrive home I prepare dinner, relax and I am usually in bed by 11 to do it all over again tomorrow. Angel Mills. Welcome to our latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators! This series lets you describe your workday in your own words.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
APRIL 3, 2018
Once I’m home, I write that list down, then either start preparing dinner, or fill up a glass of water for my paint brushes. Nancy Valentine. Welcome to our latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators!
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
SEPTEMBER 29, 2014
Or a good conversation for dinner chat with husband. What’s for dinner? Amie Bennight. Here’s the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators, where we ask you to describe your day in your own words. Want to be featured in this series?
Getting Attention
DECEMBER 19, 2017
Define a clear and narrow goal for your team of messengers—It could be talking up your year-end campaign to friends and family over holiday dinners or urging their peeps to give the moment a last-minute leading gift comes in the door. We’re counting down to the year-end giving finish line. Are you banging your head against the wall yet? Joking aside, it may seem like your team’s hard work and limited resources aren’t enough. Yet you know how much you could bring in, if only….
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
FEBRUARY 14, 2018
And then take them out for dinner because they are a good friend for doing that. Every workplace has it. Every fandom has it. Every group of like-minded people has it. I am speaking of the dreaded JARGON, of course!
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
JULY 28, 2014
I eat lunch at my desk while checking my personal accounts and look up recipes for dinner. After 4:00 pm: I head out around 4 and do some grocery shopping and relax a bit before cooking dinner. Rachel Braver.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
OCTOBER 17, 2016
Then it’s home for a good long walk or gym, then dinner, a movie, and bed! Carina Johnson. Here’s the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators, where we ask you to describe your day in your own words. Share your day with us!
iMarketSmart
APRIL 10, 2014
You’d cold call a donor to set up a meeting at breakfast, lunch or dinner by saying, “I’d like to update you on…” this or that. Remember the old days?
Fundraiser Ideas
AUGUST 1, 2012
Spaghetti Dinner – With donations from local grocery stores, money raised from a spaghetti dinner can be almost entirely profit for your group. Advertise your dinner heavily and have members presell tickets so you know how much to prepare before the event. Related posts: How to Plan a Great Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser. Fundraising is critical to your organization.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
JANUARY 9, 2018
Some people also schedule lunch and dinner. Leadership and productivity guy Michael Hyatt talks about planning your ideal week so that you can schedule your actual work weeks in a way that hopefully approximates what you want your life to look like.
A Small Change
APRIL 27, 2015
Verbal recognition during dinner and name and logo displayed during live auction. It’s just that simple.
iMarketSmart
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
Events (dinners, golf tournaments, 5k races, etc.). If you’re stuck wondering how to involve your supporters with your mission, look no further. Here are 35 ideas from a stream of my consciousness. Surveys. Quizzes. Invitations to join a board or committee. Games. Polls. Videos. Advocacy or activism opportunities. Podcasts. Testimonials. Online chat tools. Webinars. Streaming live events. Question and answer sessions. Tell your story opportunities. Infographics. Reports or eBooks.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
JANUARY 22, 2018
– I had two back to back webinars today so I had no choice but to eat my leftover salad from last night’s dinner at my desk during the webinars. Scarlett Bauman. Welcome to our latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators!
Cause Related Marketing
SEPTEMBER 10, 2009
Last night at dinner, a long-time reader and a new friend asked: 'How important is alignment between cause and sponsor? What about CEO passion?Here's
Wild Woman Fundraising
JUNE 29, 2015
Speaking of which, at the Awards dinner on the night of July 6th, AFP has asked me to sit at their table! Have you heard of the National Fundraising Convention? The Institute of Fundraising in London is putting it on in July 2015. Oh happy day!
SocialButterfly
AUGUST 12, 2010
I was out at dinner tonight and overheard another table. Working with a purpose–no matter what that purpose is–whether it be to put dinner on the table, to provide opportunity for your family to doing what you love, matters.
A Small Change
FEBRUARY 11, 2014
But, is a reception, lunch, ground breaking ceremony, auction or dinner what you need? This post is part of a series on non-profit events. From time to time I will have guest authors write in on topics they have an expertise in.
A Small Change
FEBRUARY 25, 2015
Arguably, one of the biggest things to absolutely get right at your fundraising dinner, gala, or extravaganza, is the Ask.
iMarketSmart
JUNE 1, 2016
It’s very lonely being a CEO so I like to get together for breakfast, lunch, or dinner with my pals so we can blow off steam and share fresh ideas. So I’m out having lunch with one of my fellow CEO buddies. I do that a lot.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
DECEMBER 23, 2015
Let’s skip the “Feats of Strength” and Festivus dinner, and head straight to the “Airing of Grievances.” Today is Festivus. ” Here are a few grievances you have shared with us about your work as a nonprofit communicator.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
APRIL 27, 2017
You’re not going to try to sell him a story idea or get her to come to your annual dinner. When was the last time you reached out to a reporter without a story to pitch?
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
JULY 21, 2016
Knowing the rules can also help you set the right expectations when you do something as simple as offer complimentary admission to reporters at your annual fundraising dinner. True or false: I can offer a reporter free admission to our annual dinner.
Nonprofit Marketing Blog
JULY 25, 2014
Fancy dinner. They can buy themselves dinner. Wine and cheese tasting. Reception. What do all these events have in common? They are generic. Any nonprofit can host these events. They are not special to your donors. They are not especially meaningful.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
AUGUST 22, 2016
– I always bring lunch from home, though more often than not it’s leftovers from last night’s dinner or a salad I throw together on the spot. Menucha Saitowitz.
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