Clairification

MARCH 27, 2023

Maybe at a restaurant, hotel, fast food restaurant or retail outlet? This also happens at nonprofits without a donor-centered culture of philanthropy. Have you ever received confoundingly terrible customer service? It happens all the time and, likely, you’ve thought to yourself: “ Why on earth are they treating me like this?

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JUNE 19, 2023

At this year’s event, Canadian retailer Holt Renfrew created a “light tunnel” photo both experience for guests. By Lisa Schohl SickKids Foundation The SickKids Foundation offers branded “activations” for qualifying sponsors at its annual gala.

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Selfish Giving

APRIL 18, 2018

You could build your prospect list from this graph that shows which retail categories are growing. My experience is that craft breweries tend to be ahead of the curve on adopting cause marketing and recognizing the value of working with nonprofits. ??You However, the fact that dollar stores top the list is both good and bad news.

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Fundraising Leadership

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Read more in Take The Lead on Suzanne Lerner At Michael Stars, a retail fashion brand, Lerner says 85 percent of their workforce are women, in all levels of leadership. genderequity ” One aspect of Michael Stars philanthropy is the fundraiser of the Women t-shirt created two years ago to honor the mission of Take The Lead. “We

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Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 11, 2016

Today on CauseTalk Radio , Megan and I talk to Jeremy Ball , who leads the Big Lots Foundation and is director of philanthropy and events for the parent company Big Lots , about the retailers impressive cause marketing efforts on behalf of Nationwide Children's Hospital. Big Lots Charity Pinup for the 2016 Program.

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iMarketSmart

APRIL 12, 2024

Those conditions don’t apply to retail fundraising like what we do in done in annual giving, right?” If they are the kind of person you should have raising funds for your organization, it makes them feel hesitant if not compromised, or outright queasy. Oh, but some say, “That’s just major gift fundraising, right?

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Selfish Giving

JUNE 14, 2023

The Chronicle of Philanthropy shared an interesting article last month titled Unrealistic Fundraising Expectations Are Causing Stress. Retailers are bracing themselves for a challenging back-to-school shopping season. Here's How to Set More Practical Goals. She's one of my faves! ✍️ Partnership Notes 1.

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Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 10, 2017

The Bold is Beautiful Project is the company's annual global philanthropy program dedicated to providing resources and opportunities to help empower women and girls around the world. How the program works in Benefit's boutiques and in retail partner stores like Sephora.

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Selfish Giving

MARCH 14, 2018

This week on CauseTalk Radio , Megan and I talk to Marty Posch , President, Finish Line Youth Foundation , which is the nonprofit arm of athletic apparel and shoe retailer Finish Line about their work with Special Olympics. A nice article here on the success of off-price retailer Burlington. Top Stories 1. Cause Marketing 1.

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Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

There was a report earlier this month that the online retailer was making unsolicited calls to customers while they were browsing the Wayfair website. ROI Institute is conducting research on how organizations approach the issue of corporate philanthropy, employee volunteerism, employee giving and CSR. Creepy, right? SPONSORED LINK] ??

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Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Discount retailers are an excellent area of growth for corporate partnerships. Here's why they are one of the fastest growing retail sectors. Vice President, Philanthropy, Dutch Bros. Are you ready to do your case studies the right way? Hit the reply to this email and let's talk! ?? Partnership Notes 1. Cool Jobs in Cause 1.

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Selfish Giving

JANUARY 9, 2012

First, it takes Facebook cause marketing to a new level by using Facebook “likes” to help drive what really matters to a retailer: in-store foot traffic. IKEA’s shopping event for charity is better than most retailers’ programs. There are two things we can learn from this program. I like it.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

The National Retail Federation estimates that U.S. That translates into billions of dollars in consumer spending that can empower philanthropy and social good. households will spend an average of $935.58 this holiday season.

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Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 2, 2019

million at 1,400 stores last spring wasn't enough, discount retailer Big Lots is at it again with a register program for the entire month of October. Director of Corporate Philanthropy, Project C.U.R.E Partnership Notes 1. Keds And fashion designer Rachel Antonoff unveiled a feminist shoe you can wear to vote. As if raising $2.6

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 3, 2023

The great thing about these types of sponsorships is that they are a win-win for your nonprofit and the sponsor: you benefit from more dollars raised for your mission, while corporate philanthropy provides a brand lift, an association with a worthy cause, and can even motivate employee performance. The benefits of corporate philanthropy.

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Momentum Nonprofit Partners

JULY 20, 2023

The Nonprofit Talent Summit, co-presented by Momentum Nonprofit Partners , Christian Brothers University Institute for Leadership Development , and Mid-South Philanthropy Network , is perfect for nonprofit executive directors, board members, HR professionals, COOs, directors, and managers.

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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.

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Selfish Giving

JANUARY 20, 2010

cause marketing isn’t philanthropy first, it’s marketing. And the situation in Haiti requires philanthropy first. But just because the recipe calls for a pound of philanthropy doesn’t mean there isn’t room for a teaspoon of cause-related marketing. As we learned in my post What is Cause Marketing?

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Top Nonprofits

MARCH 29, 2024

81% say that they want to shop at more local businesses but grapple with overcoming the convenience of large retailers. As 360MatchPro’s guide to matching gifts explains, “matching gifts are a type of corporate philanthropy where companies match donations to their employees make to eligible nonprofits.”

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2015

The National Retail Federation estimates that online sales will grow 6 to 8 percent this holiday season. That translates into billions of dollars in consumer spending that can empower philanthropy and social good.

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Selfish Giving

APRIL 13, 2011

That happen to me yesterday when I spoke to the Women in Philanthropy in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Gwen’s success is impressive as Cooley Dickinson is far from the big city and the big chain retailers. Nevertheless, Gwen put together a great program and she’s busy planning this year’s drive.

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Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 24, 2009

The cause marketing business model it’s created with companies like Starbucks is… …the best way to raise money with businesses, especially retailers, because it engages the most powerful and lucrative force they have: its customers. It’s in the customer’s pocketbook. Think about it.

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Top Nonprofits

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Shopping Fundraisers Shopping fundraisers earn revenue for your nonprofit when supporters shop at participating retailers. The contributions earned through shopping fundraisers come from the retailers, not your supporters. Volunteer Grants Volunteer grants are a method of corporate philanthropy. Let’s dive in.

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Selfish Giving

JANUARY 6, 2010

Think of it in terms of Product RED and its retail partners. The answer is clear because the mainstream consumerism these retailers offer drives charity sales and RED is the big winner. I’m not sure the same will be true for a standalone product like CauseWorld. But I do think they want a world with causes. What do you think?

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

AUGUST 4, 2021

Louis, Rachel left her position in for-profit retail leadership to join the nonprofit sector. In her early nonprofit roles, Rachel developed both a deep commitment to and a critique of fundraising and philanthropy across the St. Upon obtaining her master’s degree in Public Policy Administration from the University of Missouri-St.

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Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Rhode Island based discount retailer Ocean State Job Lot annually raises $450K for Boston Medical Center selling charity pinups over the holidays. Director, Philanthropy Communications, Cleveland Clinic (Beachwood, OH) 3. Influencers come in all shapes and sizes and.breeds! Have you worked with influencers? Partnership Notes.

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Momentum Nonprofit Partners

JULY 20, 2023

The Nonprofit Talent Summit, co-presented by Momentum Nonprofit Partners , Christian Brothers University Institute for Leadership Development , and Mid-South Philanthropy Network , is perfect for nonprofit executive directors, board members, HR professionals, COOs, directors, and managers.

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NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 22, 2023

In his report, Jahi aims to sets forth a clear definition of what a social justice investment ecosystem could look like and challenges nonprofits and philanthropy to shift their investment strategy. But first: what is meant by “impact investing” anyway?

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Top Nonprofits

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Shopping fundraisers earn revenue for your nonprofit when supporters shop at participating retailers. The contributions earned through shopping fundraisers come from the retailers, not your supporters. Volunteer grants are a method of corporate philanthropy. Let’s dive in. . Shopping Fundraisers . Volunteer Grants.

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Fundraising Leadership

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

techtraining ” As COVID affected so many workforce in-person arenas of retail, restaurants, hospitality and more, Per Scholas offered trainings that were remote, in-person and hybrid for learners looking to pivot into tech careers. In 2020, Per Scholas opened campuses in Chicago and Charlotte, N.C.

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Selfish Giving

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

The Chronicle of Philanthropy recently ran an article on raising more money at the cash register. Unilever's deodorant brands — Degree Men, Degree Women, Dove, Dove Men+Care and Axe — kicked off a partnership with thrift retailer Savers with an art installation at The Oculus at Westfield World Trade Cente r in New York City.

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Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 11, 2011

People complain about “Pushtober” but the reason so many retailers slap on pink ribbons in October is because breast cancer supporters are active and loyal shoppers. Remember, cause marketing is neither philanthropy nor designed just for existing customers. At its best it woos new customers.

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Selfish Giving

MARCH 29, 2010

Cause marketing isn’t blue-blooded philanthropy. The only retailer I’ve worked with that didn’t always ask for a specific dollar amount is Ocean State Job Lots. It’s red-blooded. Having a set ask amount makes it easier for them to give.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 23, 2021

I sought out a career in philanthropy. Philanthropy has a way of sparking something in people. Additionally, I’ve seen a former retail management professional and a former architect aide a nonprofit development team. But, “falling into it” was the reason most of my colleagues found their path in nonprofits.

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NonProfit Quarterly

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Today, there are six times more Black-owned businesses downtown than there were five years ago, with 22 percent of downtown retail stores now owned by people of color. Suzie Graham, president and CEO of Downtown Akron Partnership, notes that as of 2018 there were only three Black-owned businesses in downtown Akron.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 27, 2023

Anatomy of a Data Ecosystem Data ecosystems exist in many fields: finance, health care, retail, entertainment, elections, and even sports. Investment Lastly, the large resource allocators in the field—federal agencies, private philanthropies, and corporations—need to shift the way they invest in impact.

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The Agitator

SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

And high end retailers don’t yet see them back in the marketplace. " Indeed, the retail categories that have help up best during the recession have been those involving needs, versus wants. Tags: Don't Miss these Posts fundraising major donors philanthropy. She has always shopped for want." So what about it?

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