Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 19, 2017

"How can a retailer flourish in such a daunting environment? Source: Wall Street Journal I often think that smaller, less well known nonprofits can identify with retailers that are battling Amazon. Source: Wall Street Journal I often think that smaller, less well known nonprofits can identify with retailers that are battling Amazon.

Retail 100

Retail Food Nonprofits Culture 100

Selfish Giving

APRIL 21, 2021

Sure, things here in the states are wound tighter than a cocoon, but nothing like in the UK where two retailers are egging each other over competing caterpillar cakes.???? Thankfully, the emerging winners are the retailers' beautiful charity partners. Nanette and Melissa will be sharing their prescriptions on.

Retail 130

Retail Food Associations Recruitment 130

Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 8, 2021

I'm not sure why, but a publisher recently sent me a new book called Pet Nation: The Inside Story of How Companion Animals are Transforming Our Homes, Culture, and Economy. Why malls and retailers still believe in Santa. This week it's why you should use pets in your nonprofit marketing.????? It's a fascinating read. Brain Food 1.

Non-Profits 299

Non-Profits Marketing Marketing Retail 299

Selfish Giving

JUNE 20, 2017

There's a Fortune to be Raised at the Bottom of the Pyramid The 73 companies in the Checkout Champions report are primarily retail and restaurant chains. The number of retailers in the United States is truly massive. In tiny Rhode Island alone there are nearly 13,000 retail establishments. Are you thinking, "Oh, no!

Retail 178

Retail Marketing Marketing Children 178

Selfish Giving

MARCH 25, 2010

As cause marketing continues to accelerate as a hot trend, many companies will enter the foray, not because their culture would make such a move intelligent, but because the marketers think it’s a good idea. In reality, they will be committing the same mistake many marketers made when they attempted to brand their products green.

Marketing 199

Marketing Marketing Retail Culture 199

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

AUGUST 4, 2021

Louis, Rachel left her position in for-profit retail leadership to join the nonprofit sector. Her commitment to justice and addressing inequity was cemented through the National Conference on Community & Justice’s Anytown Youth Leadership Institute which Rachel attended when she was just 17.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 320

Nonprofit Administration and Development Fundraising Fundraising Leadership 320

Fundraising Leadership

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

in Minneapolis, as a buyer and moved her way up through the retail giant that later became Target. She adds that at this time in our culture. I was always interested in how things work and how companies succeed or don’t.” After earning her MBA, McCarthy went to work for Dayton-Hudson Corp. McCarthy knows this to be true.

Universities 115

Universities Leadership Management Retail 115

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Pop Culture, Events, and News Football (both college and the NFL) will be winding down with teams jockeying for better bowl games and the playoffs. You’ll see plenty of “best” and “worst” gift idea lists, as well as holiday sales reports from retailers dominating the news.

Retail 232

Retail Nonprofits Culture Values 232

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The 2020 film Wonder Woman 1984 featured the Black Gold Cooperative, a fraudulent enterprise seeking to persuade retail investors to co-purchase defunct oil fields. It is telling that the art of association is not better represented in a culture that has, for generations, constrained that art.

Associations 138

Associations Public and Social Policy Insurance Agriculture 138

Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 7, 2020

SVP, Corporate Responsibility & Culture, Berkshire Bank , Remote 3. But for one of these retailers, it could be a horror show. Very smahht employee engagement idea, methinks! ?? Cool Jobs in Cause 1. Business Development Director, American Red Cross , New Bedford, NJ ($66k - $97k) 2. Director, CSR, Golin , Chicago 4. Brain Food 1.

Retail 162

Retail Food Culture Marketing 162

Candid

JUNE 26, 2025

Artificial intelligence is reshaping nearly every industry, from finance to health care to retail. For example, AI has yet to offer solutions that help funders navigate power imbalances, build long-term relationships with grantees, or adopt reporting and evaluation practices that consider cultural context and community voice.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 59

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Philanthropy Collaborations 59

NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

This society has earned itself the title of “makers culture,” which is an umbrella term that encompasses passionate designers, curious inventors and ceaseless tinkerers that create and sell. Zach Kaplan, CEO of Inventables, told Time magazine that a makers culture has the potential to move people from “passive users to active creators.”.

Culture 71

Culture Collaborations Retail Production 71

Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Another path leads to it being purchased by a “farm incubator” who will make it available to refugee farmers growing culturally meaningful crops and contributing to their economic mobility. One path leads to this arable land being sold to a developer and turned into a small strip mall. Next, imagine where these crops go after harvesting.

Public and Social Policy 94

Public and Social Policy Food Leadership Health 94

Clairification

MARCH 27, 2023

Maybe at a restaurant, hotel, fast food restaurant or retail outlet? Customer service, like everything an effective organization does, changes people.” — Seth Godin Part of the Problem is Culture Think about it. This also happens at nonprofits without a donor-centered culture of philanthropy. It’s so stupid!

Retention 114

Retention Retail Culture Philanthropy 114

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

MARCH 20, 2025

Cultural Resistance Employees and leadership teams often resist new processes due to familiarity with existing ones. Overcoming these challenges starts with fostering a culture of continuous learning, investing in employee training, and shifting the mindset that technology is an operational cost rather than a competitive advantage.

Retail 52

Retail Technology Collaborations Culture 52

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Pop Culture, Events, and News Football (both college and the NFL) will be winding down with teams getting ready for bowl games and the playoffs. You’ll see plenty of “best” and “worst” gift idea lists, as well as holiday sales reports from retailers dominating the news. And basketball will be heating up.

Retail 159

Retail Nonprofits Culture Communication 159

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Pop Culture, Events, and News. You’ll see plenty of “best” and “worst” gift idea lists, as well as holiday sales reports from retailers dominating the news. How can you relate these things to your organization? And hockey and basketball will be heating up. Can you make a list of your own?

Retail 164

Retail Culture Values Nonprofits 164

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2015

The National Retail Federation estimates that online sales will grow 6 to 8 percent this holiday season. Syracuse Cultural Workers Store. That translates into billions of dollars in consumer spending that can empower philanthropy and social good. Either way, give back this holiday season and shop for good. UNICEF Market. Society B.

Retail 111

Retail Nonprofits Philanthropy Culture 111

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 15, 2012

The National Retail Federation predicts that holiday sales this year will increase 4.1 For nonprofits that have online stores or receive a percentage of profits from ethical retailers, it could be a banner year for online sales. percent to $586.1 billion and that online shopping will jump a whopping 12 percent to $96 billion.

Retail 111

Retail Poverty Ethics Children 111

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Pop Culture, Events, and News. You’ll see plenty of “best” and “worst” gift idea lists, as well as holiday sales reports from retailers dominating the news. How can you relate these things to your organization? And hockey and basketball are getting back into things as well. Source of the Month.

Retail 167

Retail Nonprofits Recruitment Culture 167

Fundraising Leadership

MARCH 14, 2025

The current economic climate is complicating the career paths of millions due to the factors of unpredictable layoffs, hiring freezes, pay reductions, and a general fear of culture changes and imposed, sudden and unforseeable actions.

Entrepreneurship 91

Entrepreneurship Leadership Manufacturing Governance 91

NonProfit Quarterly

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The organization was formed a little over 20 years ago, in February 2002, when resident leaders came together to support their unique and culturally diverse neighborhood: White Center , WA. Our philosophy is one of comprehensive community development—a diverse set of holistic strategies designed to embrace a community’s culture and assets.

Community Development 131

Community Development Poverty Retail Insurance 131

Selfish Giving

MARCH 10, 2021

He understands what it takes to build partnerships with people and companies in other cultures. The retailer saw a 10% spike in sales last year. Russ originates from the UK but is a true citizen of the world. He spent many years in Africa, Europe and now the United States. Company deep dive: Dick's Sporting Goods.

Non-Profits 130

Non-Profits Public and Nonprofit Management Retail Healthcare 130

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Pop Culture, Events, and News. You’ll see plenty of “best” and “worst” gift idea lists, as well as holiday sales reports from retailers dominating the news. How can you relate these things to your organization? And hockey and basketball are getting back into things as well. Can you make a list of your own?

Retail 144

Retail Culture Values Marketing 144

iMarketSmart

APRIL 7, 2022

Langley Innovations provides a range of services to its clients to help them understand the cultural underpinnings of philanthropy and the psychology of donors and, with that knowledge, to develop the most effective strategies and tactics to build broader and more lasting communities of support. LIKE THIS BLOG POST?

Retail 52

Retail Fundraising Fundraising Psychology 52

Selfish Giving

JANUARY 3, 2024

I've written before on the threat/opportunity of tipping culture for checkout charity. Check out how furniture retailer American Freight is supporting St. I'll need your help with this, so send along your examples! Haven't filled out my survey yet? You still can. I read every one. I've learned so much! ✍️ Partnership Notes 1.

Marketing 130

Marketing Marketing Retail Food 130

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 29, 2024

A culture of appreciation can be contagious, inspiring others to follow suit and creating a positive, uplifting environment. Regardless of the specific approach you take, the key is to make these milestone celebrations meaningful and tailored to your nonprofit’s culture and values.

Public and Nonprofit Management 130

Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits Culture Leadership 130

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

So it may not come as a surprise that text message communication is on the rise as doctors’ offices, retail operations, schools—even job recruiters are sending reminders, coupons, and employment opportunities via text. Today, statistics show that one in five consumers has more than 1,000 unread emails in their personal inbox.

Communication 124

Communication Retail Recruitment Technology 124

Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 5, 2022

That's more than half of the $55 million cultural officials said was needed to keep the former arena for gladiators in fighting shape. "At 18 retailers at risk of bankruptcy as consumers tighten wallets in 2022. Tod's donated a hefty sum, $33 million. yet," our tour guide said. I bet one of your partners or prospects is on this list.

Public and Nonprofit Management 130

Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Construction Retail 130

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 29, 2025

For instance, FIT offers courses on how global fashion companies manage ESG issues within their supply chains, while another course teachers students how retailers can align profit objectives with ethical standards.

Education 62

Education Education Environmental Ethics 62

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

JULY 20, 2023

Vanessa Peterson, VLP Consulting Group Session: The ABCs of Organizational Culture: From Start to Finish Area: Organizational Culture Establishing a healthy organizational culture takes action, bravery, consistency, and data. What do nonprofit leaders need to know about effectively handling organizational change?

Nonprofit governance and management 88

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Organizational Change Law 88

Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 21, 2025

For example, if the Kenyan project coexists with another project focused on establishing independent retail pharmacy chains in East Africa, the investor could spot potential opportunities for cross-project learning and impact by asking questions like: What factors shape the health care landscape in Kenya and beyond? Vision-level.

Collaborations 76

Collaborations Health Finance Management 76

Fundraising Leadership

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Looking to pivot to a successful 2024, here is the latest research on trends in social media, ecommerce, AI, workplace culture, and customer concerns that can help you shape your plans this year. “ Looking to pivot to a successful #2024, here is the latest research on #trends in social media, ecommerce, AI, workplace culture and more.

Retail 68

Retail Culture Leadership Ethics 68

Fundraising Leadership

JUNE 2, 2023

“I went to college to be in the fashion industry,” says Demirjian Huss, who graduated from the University of Illinois in 1992 with a degree in retail marketing and consumer and applied textile sciences, with a minor in business. We always say great people are always a part of culture, whatever race and gender they are,” she says. “

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing Marketing Marketing Leadership 98

Stanford Social Innovation Review

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Defaulting to what the majority prefer or is more comfortable to dominant culture conveys that there is only one way to celebrate. In both spoken and unspoken expectations employees are asked to adjust their way of working, knowing, and living to that of dominant culture. Not every problem can be solved by or at the table.

Culture 124

Culture Nonprofit governance and management Construction Retail 124

Fundraising Leadership

JANUARY 12, 2024

But for many women and those identifying as women, the work cultures of engineering and tech jobs are steeped in gender and racial bias. But where there is disruption, there is opportunity to change the culture. Ask questions about DEI efforts and ways the organization is moving to an inclusive workplace culture. “

Retail 73

Retail Leadership Culture Recruitment 73

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 23, 2023

Cities with greater civic capacity also ended up seeing more green buildings overall, because the values-oriented actions of civil society organizations showed what was possible and inspired others—even hotels, retailers, and banks—to follow suit. Create synapses for within-city learning.

Civil Society 119

Civil Society Public and Social Policy Construction Governance 119