VQ Strategies

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Studies have shown that being on camera through virtual meetings is more tiring than meeting with people in person – and even simple tasks have become more draining than they were back in 2019, before concerns about COVID-19 dominated work and media and such. With grief and loss is intertwined exhaustion. We are tired.

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Top Nonprofits

AUGUST 25, 2021

She has spent almost thirty years working in the nonprofit world helping organizations understand and articulate their value so they can ask for and receive what they want, need and deserve. Pitman, CSP helps leaders more effectively lead their teams with less stress. Share This Post!

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 14, 2022

This means you’ve got (1) a constituency who cares about your mission, vision and values; (2) a relevant case for support with clearly articulated needs and goals; (3) commitment from all stakeholders; (4) a communications mechanism, and (5) processes in place to steward your resources. Human Resources.

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VQ Strategies

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Being able to articulate and quantify how your organization engaged volunteers prior to the pandemic and since the outbreak is equally important to understanding the trends across the sector. How many clients are they reaching, even if virtually? Know your own Engagement and Impact. Where were your strengths? Hours alone won’t cut it.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2020

Chris Brogan’s technique is select three words, but I modify it by articulating key themes. I have been delivering virtual master classes and helping to develop their capacity building programs in digital skills. This year one thing I am doing for myself is exploring fountain pens and working on calligraphy. What about you?

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

We can help you move analytics to the top of the list by giving you tips to build a business case and how to articulate it to others. See how AANA accomplished this with their first-ever virtual event and ultimately made $70,000 in profit. This may seem like a daunting task, but it’s easier than you think.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Voicing & Setting Clear Expectations Articulating and setting clear expectations and standards is important whether team members are in an office setting together or not, but it becomes even more important when the majority of team members work from home.

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sgEngage

APRIL 6, 2022

It might be a virtual fundraising campaign. Komen, Event 360, Peerworks Consulting, and our own Cathexis Partners team as part of the virtual conference, It’s a Peer-to-Peer World. Articulate your goals. . Here are some examples that can apply to an in-person, virtual, or hybrid fundraising event: . . Working CTA .

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Voicing & Setting Clear Expectations Articulating and setting clear expectations and standards is important whether team members are in an office setting together or not, but it becomes even more important when the majority of team members work from home.

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CauseVox

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Clearly articulate your mission, goals, and the profound impact donors can make. Within this virtual stage, carefully curate images that resonate with your cause. Strategic planning is key—align this space seamlessly with your overall strategy.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 3, 2019

Chris Brogan’s ritual suggests selecting three words, but I modify it by articulating key themes. I have been delivering virtual master classes and helping to develop their capacity building programs in digital skills. This year I was able to look at what I wrote last year.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Are you able to articulate the impact their gift will have on your mission. If it’s a relationship that’s already been developing, ask if you can set a time to thank them in person or virtually over a platform like Zoom. So ask yourself: Is the right person making the ask and are they asking at the right time?

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Dorcas Ministries took advantage of the ability to customize these buttons on their appeal website, encouraging donors to “Become a Virtual Table Captain.”. In the below example, Meat Fight clearly articulates the projects their funds will support. 6 Components Of A Great Fundraising Appeal. Share Why You’re Fundraising.

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Candid

MAY 20, 2021

Articulate a simple, clear, and compelling case for support that ties together your needs, your community, and the impact that increased capacity will have. Simply put, you’ll need to clearly define and articulate your need, and then build your unique campaign from there. Ask for the gifts, in-person or by Zoom as needed.

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

People crave a clearly articulated goal to connect with and promote. Volunteer supervisors who will manage advocacy volunteers and create dynamic virtual and in-person trainings. Before you begin reaching out to supporters, your campaign needs a clear target. This is important both for making a clear plan and for engaging the public.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 6, 2023

Voicing & Setting Clear Expectations Articulating and setting clear expectations and standards is important whether team members are in an office setting together or not, but it becomes even more important when the majority of team members work from home.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 31, 2023

Voicing & Setting Clear Expectations Articulating and setting clear expectations and standards is important whether team members are in an office setting together or not, but it becomes even more important when the majority of team members work from home.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Establish presence in virtual meetings. The better you can articulate how you can hit the ground running and will be a problem solver, not a problem creator, the better your chances of getting hired. You’ll learn how to: Build and sustain relationships while working remotely. Ask for assistance without looking lazy.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

Establish presence in virtual meetings. The better you can articulate how you can hit the ground running and will be a problem solver, not a problem creator, the better your chances of getting hired. You’ll learn how to: Build and sustain relationships while working remotely. Ask for assistance without looking lazy.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 20, 2021

Our major “pivot” has been to articulate a new focus on racial equity and social justice, transitioning community investment strategies and prioritizing them through an equity lens. We have made the transition in this new virtual environment with few pain points.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 26, 2021

Establish presence in virtual meetings. The better you can articulate how you can hit the ground running and will be a problem solver, not a problem creator, the better your chances of getting hired. You’ll learn how to: Build and sustain relationships while working remotely. Ask for assistance without looking lazy.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

Knowing what you’re looking for before you start your outreach will help you better articulate your needs. This will leave your corporate partner with a positive impression of your organization, making them eager to sponsor your next virtual, in-person, or hybrid event. What personal connections can you leverage?

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Achieve

JUNE 2, 2021

While it can’t compete with virtual marketing’s speed and efficiency, direct mail’s personalization, tangibility, and ability to create multiple touchpoints continue to be valuable benefits. In fact, digital marketing’s prominence has actually caused direct mail to feel more distinct to donors of all ages. . Personalization.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 5, 2018

Chris Brogan’s ritual suggests selecting three words, but I modify it by articulating key themes. This year I used a new tool recommended by colleague Alexandra Samuel, the “ Year Compass, a free downloadable booklet that provides a set of structured reflection questions.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 27, 2020

It will be the job of the foundations to articulate that case and, of course, offer donors and the community ways to help. . Remember when moving from in person to virtual events was new ? The case for support will adapt and change as it always has led by philanthropy’s capable hand.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 27, 2021

You can still do this for fully virtual experiences or virtual elements of your in-person event to ensure all attendees have a smooth digital experience. It’s important to keep a pulse on what’s happening in your community and have a plan to move to a completely virtual format if needed. Not having an in-person event?

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Connection Cafe

JULY 2, 2019

But as much as fundraising is a calling, it’s also a career that requires business development, sales, client retention, and articulable value propositions. Demonstrate (and articulate!) But there are few rigorous industry standards, and virtually no legally mandated requirements, for nonprofit recordkeeping on the donor level.

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Museum 2.0

MAY 12, 2020

Consider too that it’s not easy to articulate this value for those who are in it.you just do it, because you’re awesome at it. Whether or not virtual museum tours are as “cool” as baking bread at home this week. A helpful thing to do: Submit proposals to virtual conferences (like MCN!) , even in the midst of uncertainty.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

A reliable auction platform also makes it easy to pivot this experience to the virtual space! These can work as in-person, virtual , or even hybrid events. John Center for Homeless Men hosted a virtual Raisin’ the Rent house party event in March 2021. Expand your reach with virtual events.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 21, 2022

Often when a person struggles to put something into words, it means the issue is very important to them and they want to articulate it in an accurate way. You can do it to some extent over Zoom, but there are subtle clues you’ll miss with a virtual meeting. Or you might learn which program, project, or appeal first sparked their heart.

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Museum 2.0

JUNE 6, 2008

On June 4, we opened The Tech Virtual Test Zone , a new 2000 sq ft gallery at The Tech Museum of Innovation featuring exhibits on the theme of art, film, and music that were originally developed in Second Life by a community of creative amateurs. On many levels, The Tech Virtual experiment was a success.

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NTEN

MAY 14, 2010

I heart this post from Groundwire about developing and articulating yourorganization's "engagement superpower." Ilearned a lot -- and had fun in the virtual conference space meeting folks from as far away as Australia, without the jetlag! Did she miss anything you'd suggest we all add? " Read it.

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DNL OmniMedia

DECEMBER 15, 2020

An articulated reason for why you’re holding the event. So, regardless of the specific call-to-action, you include, it needs to be clearly articulated and eye-catching. This essentially involves sending virtual fundraising letters to potential donors via their inbox. The specific fundraising goal you’re trying to achieve.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Your volunteers should be able to clearly articulate what your organization stands for and what makes it worth volunteering for. and introduce the former volunteer to any new virtual volunteer opportunities that are available. For example, you may have to quickly pivot to hosting your Giving Tuesday gala virtually instead of in-person.

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Achieve

MAY 22, 2016

It has now become a fun game for me to hear them articulate what I do. I quickly countered with the power virtual reality is having on individuals whether they are 80 or 8, or can give $50,000 or $5. At times, though, others will not understand what or why you do this important work.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JUNE 25, 2008

I realize that I haven’t talked about this in a while, and I’m not sure I’ve actually ever articulated this completely on this blog. So here goes. I got involved in Linux a long time ago.

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Museum 2.0

DECEMBER 7, 2011

When smart people talk about digital museums and virtual experiences, I nod and compartmentalize it as someone else's bailiwick. It comes down to articulating your mission in a digital space. I have a confession to make: I've never cared much about museums on the Web. I'm focused on the onsite, in-person experience.

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