Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

That’s why I’ve decided to team up with CharityHowTo.com to deliver my own public speaking training course , which will be grounded in my own experiences speaking before many, many audiences, including teaching public speaking at Penn State. (No, Public speaking improves all your communication skills.

Education 250

Education Education Communication 250

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 20, 2023

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press Eric Risberg, AP Troy Brunet volunteers with Project Homeless Connect in San Francisco, leading its effort to give eyeglasses to people who need them. People who provide eyeglasses to homeless people, work to empower women, support students, and more discuss what drives them to donate their time.

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Homelessness Associations 96

Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 21, 2020

A framework for when your organization should speak up about a social issue. Speaking of prospecting, join Accelerist for its NEW corporate prospecting engine launch party. ?? A great article to share with your partners. Seven steps to deliver a ?????????? partnership experience.

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Law Children Universities Food 130

NonProfit Quarterly

JUNE 1, 2023

Meet Saphia, a young bell hooks fanatic trying desperately to build a good life in New York City. Constantly immersed in the latest idea she has discovered while reading hooks, Saphia is determined to figure out how to apply these liberatory ideals to her own life.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 13, 2023

By Heather Templeton Dill, Kathleen Enright, Sam Gill, Brian Hooks, Darren Walker, and Elise Westhoff Six philanthropy leaders with differing views about how to address societal problems say it’s time to stand up for the importance of diversity in philanthropic giving and ideas — and against the notion that only one perspective is valid or worthy.

Philanthropy 122

Philanthropy 122

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Among their motivations: a serious illness of a friend or loved on and a lesson for their children in how to improve their communities and beyond. By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press David J.

Children 101

Children Associations 101

Fundraising Coach

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

I am often asked where my next speaking events are. If you''d like me to speak to your team around these conferences, or if you''d like me to come to you, let me know by filling out this form: https://qc125.infusionsoft.com/app/form/training Here are the upcoming trainings and talks for November 2014 into January 2015.

Fundraising 97

Fundraising Fundraising Philanthropy Nonprofits 97

Selfish Giving

MARCH 27, 2019

Last week, I flew coast to coast to, first, speak in Washington, D.C. Can I speak at YOUR next event or retreat? Can I speak at YOUR next event or retreat? Head over to my speaking page for more details or hit reply and tell me what you're thinking! You talk funny." ?? Boston sports teams %#ck!!!" ??

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Universities Food Associations Leadership 133

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 15, 2024

Many nonprofit leaders will not speak publicly — or to staff — about the war for fear of reprisal or institutional meltdown. By Sara Herschander Getty Images Many nonprofit leaders will not speak publicly — or to staff — about the war for fear of reprisal or institutional meltdown.

Nonprofits 123

Nonprofits 123

Fundraising Coach

JULY 17, 2013

” Most of my fundraising training and speaking is currently done for nonprofits that bring me in to speak to their boards and teams. I also get to speak and keynote at conferences. Here are the upcoming conferences I’m speaking at. Marc’s Speaking. I often have extra time while I’m there.

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Fundraising Fundraising Education Education 63

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MAY 13, 2015

When I talk to people about marketing for thought leadership, whether a nonprofit communications director trying to promote her boss as a thought leader or a consultant trying to promote herself that way, I often hear this question: Do you have to write AND speak to be a successful thought leader? The Great Writer Who Won’t Speak.

Leadership 75

Leadership Associations Activism Communication 75

The NonProfit WordPress

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

The post Take Action: Speak Up Against Potential.org Domain Price Increases appeared first on Nonprofit WP. The organization that operates the.org domain is selling it to a venture capital firm. Join a growing list of people and organizations opposing the sale and renewing their domains now before potential price increases.

Nonprofits 52

Nonprofits 52

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2016

It gives communications directors the confidence to speak with authority about their nonprofit’s marketing and fundraising strategies and how to best implement them. The Mentoring Program gives participants a strong foundation on which they can develop creative ideas and better recommendations for their management teams.

Communication 70

Communication Foundations Nonprofits Management 70

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 1, 2024

So why is the nonprofit world filled with philanthro-speak? Philanthropy loves big words. Americans don't By Alex Daniels Chronicle illustration; iStock Philanthropy loves big words. Americans don't.

Philanthropy 136

Philanthropy Nonprofits 136

Fundraising Coach

JULY 19, 2011

Let’s face it, fundraising involves speaking. We speak to individuals. We speak to groups. We speak to volunteers, donors, staff, peers, bosses, everyone. I’ve been speaking in front of groups large and small all my life. The bad speaking advice is to look over peoples’ heads at the back wall.

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Fundraising Fundraising 88

Fundraising Coach

JULY 21, 2011

A couple days ago, I offered some tips on public speaking. But speaking without slides helped me grow in confidence and forced me to use word pictures to illustrate my talk. But if the audience is choosing to hear you speak, find out why. I’m sorry, is that your parent speaking? 2 1/2 tips to be exact.

Fundraising 78

Fundraising Fundraising 78

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

AUGUST 18, 2010

As part of my preparation, I interviewed Susan Strong ( @susancstrong ), the founder and executive director of the Metaphor Project , which helps mostly progressive causes frame their messages using well-understood cultural imagery and idioms – or as Susan says, to “speak American.”. Are these causes speaking un-American now?

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Environmental Culture Medical Collaborations 64

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MARCH 11, 2024

Haygood, president and CEO of the New Jersey Institute for Social Justice, speaks at the launch event of the New Jersey Reparations Council in June 2023. A philanthropic movement to redefine reparations aims to advance policy changes in public health, education, criminal justice, and business development. By Alex Daniels NJISJ Ryan P.

Public and Social Policy 119

Public and Social Policy Foundations Health Education 119

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 17, 2024

speaks about hardships in communities the group serves. Prest Courtesy of Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, Inc. Chavez Camacho, executive director of La Unión del Pueblo Entero, a recipient of grants from the Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, Inc., Also, PNC Foundation gave $20.2

Healthcare 83

Healthcare Health Children Foundations 83

The Agitator

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

More importantly, the question should be, ‘when donors talk do you listen — and do you respond? My guess is that very few organizations take the time and care required to respond to the comments, insights, complaints and suggestions of donors and other constituents. Our sector isn’t alone of course.

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Retention Marketing Marketing Communication 70

Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Speak in public. You have to stay within the time they’ve given you to speak and try to say something inspiring so that your audience wants to either get involved in your nonprofit or make a donation. For those of us who speak a lot, there’s a pressure to perform. Shoot video/be on TV.

Public and Nonprofit Management 105

Public and Nonprofit Management Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 105

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 4, 2024

Thus, regardless of how much a person meditates or prays, or how emotionally or spiritually evolved they believe they are, if you use the tactics of shame, blame, and guilt, it blocks the ability for the person you are speaking with to actively listen, it stunts the capacity for them to learn, and it eliminates any opportunity for growth.

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Sociology Culture Activism Values 112

Selfish Giving

JUNE 17, 2020

We had such a great book club meeting last week talking about the book Fanocracy ! Did you miss it? You can watch the replay here. Now it's time to pick our next book! ?? We have three new books that nicely capture the zeitgeist of the moment. I'm looking forward to having a powerful conversation about one of them. My pick was White Fragility.

Management 130

Management Food Marketing Marketing 130

The Agitator

OCTOBER 16, 2017

In a recent post , marketing maven Seth Godin observes: “The status quo is not kind. It works overtime to stay the status quo.” ” He goes on to talk about the difficulty of challenging the status quo and comments: “…rules only exist to maintain the status quo.”

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Marketing Marketing Fundraising Fundraising 45

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 28, 2024

Most of us that work in these spaces speak in this language that is not something that is familiar to a lay individual.” Most of us that work in these spaces speak in this language that is not something that is familiar to a lay individual,” she said. Excitement is not what we should be gauging. NGP has both a 501c3 and a 501c4 arm.

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Environmental Law Governance Health 124

The Agitator

JANUARY 31, 2011

We recently noted the latest Pew Internet Research findings on US online habits across various generations. Here’s the main point: “In what they term the ‘biggest online trend’ Pew reports that certain key internet activities — including donating — are becoming more uniformly popular across all age groups.&#.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

I’m usually around for awhile both before and after I speak. I love getting to meet our blog readers in person, so if you will be attending any of these events, please find me and say Hello! February 12-13, Tampa, FL, UST Annual Meeting (private). February 23, Orlando, FL, SeriousFun Children’s Network Annual Conference.

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Children Technology Communication Management 40

Donorbox Nonprofit

JANUARY 19, 2024

When you’re speaking to potential supporters, you often only have a short amount of time to share details about your mission in a way that leaves a lasting impression. That’s where the nonprofit elevator pitch comes in. An elevator pitch is a short yet impactful overview of your nonprofit.

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Nonprofits 111

Donorbox Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

You want to convey urgency without overwhelming your readers and speak to their charitable side in a way that will inspire them to take action. The right Islamic fundraising message can feel like a balancing act.

Fundraising 105

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 105

Amy Eisenstein

MARCH 12, 2024

They often contain language that speaks to honorable and/or respectful behavior while serving as a representative of the organization. In reply to Concerned Mom. Most boards have a code of conduct in place. Gossiip and slander of a student, especially a minor should NEVER be tolerated.

Governance 98

Governance Nonprofits 98

Nonprofit Leadership Podcast

APRIL 22, 2024

We invite two more voices from their organization to speak on relevant topics in the nonprofit space. It’s no secret we appreciate hearing insights from The Bridgespan Group on the Nonprofit Leadership Podcast.

Leadership 52

Leadership Nonprofit Leadership Retention Nonprofits 52

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 31, 2024

Prest Northwestern Medicine Dr. Timothy Kuzel, director for oncology at Palos Hospital in Illinois, speaks during the announcement of St. George Corporation’s $51 million donation to Northwestern Medicine.

Homelessness 92

Homelessness Health Foundations 92

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 18, 2023

By Maria Di Mento Courtesy of the Marcus Foundation Bernie Marcus speaks at an event celebrating a major gift to Piedmont Hospital in 2016. The 94-year-old Home Depot co-founder has donated roughly $2 billion so far, including big bets on the Marcus Autism Center and the Georgia Aquarium.

Foundations 115

Foundations 115

Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Most coaching clients speak to me for an hour every month and then they get reasonable email access to me between calls to discuss pressing issues. Boy, was I worried about how I would continue speaking in March 2020. I used to tell people that they didn't pay me to speak, they paid me to travel. They don't need more training.

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Marketing Marketing Children Food 130

Selfish Giving

JANUARY 17, 2024

I can almost feel his sandpaper-like tongue on my cheek - dog speak for "I love you, too." Speaking of losses, no more "Use ya blinkah." And he'll never be there again. There's a hole in my heart. I'm aching to hold him again and tell him I love him. Gosh, I miss him so much. Rest in peace, Charlie.??? Thanks for listening, friends.

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Healthcare Medical Food Management 130

NonProfit Quarterly

JUNE 29, 2023

Amid these legislative maneuvers, some leaders in higher education and DEI are speaking out with increasing alarm, and with calls to action. NPQ : You’ve been vocal in calling out leadership in the field, including the leaders of higher educational institutions, for not speaking out more and more forcefully against these anti-DEI initiatives.

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Race and Ethnicity Public and Social Policy Education Education 110

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 25, 2023

He writes, I now embrace the theory of prophecy, which holds that prophetic voices of great clarity, and with a quality of insight equal to that of any age, are speaking cogently all of the time. Leaders should speak words that they can stand behind. 3 When he said to me, “I stand behind this,” I responded, “Yes!

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Leadership Ethics Law Values 103