Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Specific personalization When sending an appeal letter, thank-you note, or email to a donor, always include a note at the bottom and say something about the impact their gift has made and something very specific about their kids, dog, family, home, job, favorite sport, hobby, alma mater, volunteer work, or latest travel adventure.

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Qgiv

MARCH 1, 2023

Who they are: California School of the Arts – San Gabriel Valley (CSArts-SGV) is a public charter school that provides a creative, challenging, and nurturing environment offering bright and talented students a rigorous college-preparatory education and pre-professional arts conservatory training.

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Charity Village

JUNE 21, 2021

This prize recognizes the critical role artist-run centres and small arts organizations play to support artists and foster emerging practices in Canada. million gift from Dr. John Lacey and his late wife Naomi Lacey and represents a total […]. Unique in Canada, the Lacey Prize is funded by a $1.3

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 19, 2021

billion to 786 recipients since she announced her first gifts in July 2020. Here are my projections of what nonprofits might expect to see in terms of her future funding — I’d bet my bottom dollar on them: Equity-oriented non-profits working in areas that have been neglected will get more support, including some truly transformative gifts.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

Online fundraising is extremely cost-effective compared to other types of fundraising campaigns, and our Generational Giving Report revealed that almost 55% of donors prefer to go online to make a gift. Matching gifts drive. Partner with a corporate sponsor or a major gifts supporter to host a matching gifts drive.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

Which artists would your supporters be thrilled to see? You can auction off art donated by local artists, as well as jewelry, candles, and other crafts; trips donated by people who own vacation properties or timeshares; and gift cards to popular restaurants and businesses. Bullet journaling.

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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

You’re able to see, for individual donors and for the organization overall, the number of asks made, gifts obtained, average size of major gifts and donor retention rate. Funders will make financial gifts if what you offer aligns with their philanthropic or personal interests. Do you serve K-12 students?

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Auction off items like pet goodie baskets, doggie daycare gift certificates, grooming supplies, a fancy cat tree, and more! Some things to ask for might include: Book collections Technology, like phones, laptops, tablets Certificates to local businesses Art pieces. Art-themed Auction. Explore their collection of art items here.

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CauseVox

JUNE 9, 2021

Donors love to know that their money was leveraged, and with matching gifts, they’re essentially giving two gifts for the price of one. In fact, one of the main reasons why Millennials donate is because they know their gift will be matched. Matching gifts are also a great way to boost donations mid-campaign.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 11, 2014

Sara Woldt is an MBA candidate at the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Bolz Center for Arts Administration with career interests in marketing and development. A new building, a new program, a new artistic endeavor – all exciting opportunities to raise more donor dollars! Discuss these goals with your donors.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

It’s also a time for gifts and new clothes, making this a great chance to raise funds or donations of new clothing, especially for children. Fox Foundation’s, Team Fox young professionals have made these events into a fine art. Art Show and Silent Auction. Pass the Plate at Passover (varies; usually late March/late April).

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Have Fun - Do Good

DECEMBER 3, 2009

In 2006, filmmaker Faythe Levine traveled 19,000+ miles visiting over 15 cities, and interviewing more than 50 indie artists, crafters, and designers. The result is a fun, fabulous documentary that recently came out on DVD, Handmade Nation: The Rise of DIY, Art, Craft, and Design. I watched it a couple nights ago, and *loved* it.

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Whole Whale

MAY 8, 2020

That means there is ample opportunity to leverage this day of gift-giving to bring joy to mothers around the world AND make an even greater impact for your organization. Find the artist among you and have fun creating a work of art that all moms might enjoy. Borrow this concept to raise funds for your cause this Mother’s Day.

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See3

JANUARY 25, 2007

It was designed by a New York artist named Cindy Workman. Cindy is having an art show, and if you are in New York, you should take a look. We love our See3 logo. Case Soup: Nonprofit Video Secrets Revealed! All Rights Reserved Sitemap • Privacy Policy • Newsletter Sign-Up • Contact • About Us

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Achieve

JANUARY 18, 2023

Matching gift. to allow donors to easily look up their matching gift eligibility through their employer. She brings a unique and artistic approach to marketing, rooted in her enthusiasm for the creative, entertainment and fashion industries, and their applications to establishing and growing digital presence.

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Qgiv

APRIL 27, 2022

Restaurant gift certificates. Spa treatment gift cards. Give your donors permission to take some time for themselves with gift cards for spa treatments at your local spa. Escape room gift certificate. For a fun family bonding and team-building experience, raffle off a gift certificate to an escape room!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 24, 2011

In 1992, I discovered the Internet, Well, and was hired by the New York Foundation of the Arts to be the Network Weaver for a network for artists, Arts Wire. In 1992, I discovered the Internet, Well, and was hired by the New York Foundation of the Arts to be the Network Weaver for a network for artists, Arts Wire.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Paint and sip events work for any type of organization, artists of all levels, and can easily be adapted for every season. If you’re going the DIY route, reach out to a local artist to lead the class, and stock up on all the necessary supplies. Your artist just has to log in and lead class virtually.

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Have Fun - Do Good

OCTOBER 30, 2009

29 Gifts: How a Month of Giving Can Change Your Life Filling the Well: Giving to Yourself Join My Village: Ladies Home Journal Do Good Challenge Make Someone's Day: Write a Letter Whew! If you missed my friend Cami Walker of 29 Gifts on the Today Show , you can watch it online. nonprofit (valued up to $75,000 ).

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 9, 2020

DSNNN won $2,500 for their collaborative art project and organization. The UnchARTed Waters event empowers artists with developmental disabilities to express their creativity through movement, motion, and wonder! . We hosted a crew of incredible keynote presenters, each with their own unique flare. .

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Have Fun - Do Good

JUNE 17, 2011

After going to Amoeba, we visited a few artists' studios as part of the East Bay Open Studios , including the Institute for Mosaic Arts. Also excited to start editing my Arts and Healing Podcast interview with the lovely Susannah Conway about the healing power of photography. Painted gift wrap outside in sunshine!!

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Have Fun - Do Good

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

Hundreds of unique, hand-made art postcards, containing words of compassion and solidarity are hand delivered to individuals and communities all over the world, bringing connection, hope, visibility and voice to women and girls whose lives have suffered from isolation, violence or repression. Each card is a piece of art in my mind.

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Robert Weiner

AUGUST 8, 2012

Tale #1: Our front desk received a call from someone who wanted to give a major gift to our college. She transferred this caller to a major gift officer. Here's what my major gifts officer wrote up: The caller’s granddaughters decided to give funds to [the college]. I’ve anonymized the tellers of the tales and the subjects.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

For example, if you join a modern art museum, there is a good chance you won’t have to pay admission to other modern art museums. Creative stuff: Things unique to your organization including the ability to create art, music, poetry, dance, etc. Thank them on the anniversary of their gift, directly tying it to a win or impact.

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Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Last month, I had the good fortune to join a few brilliant people for a " Dinner-vention " about the future of the arts in America. In the course of the conversation, Devon Smith, a social media consultant from Threespot, started talking the problem of arts organizations that are no longer relevant or useful to their communities.

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Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 6, 2009

Last week I mentioned that I'm speaking about how artists can use social media to market their business on Saturday, August 8th at the Artists Building their Business seminar in Santa Fe, NM. I've posted my PowerPoint, Using Social Media to Build Your Art Business on SlideShare.

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Museum 2.0

MAY 18, 2011

Jason Beaubien was reporting on the Soumaya Museum in Mexico City, the gleaming new art museum built as a "gift to Mexico" by the world's richest man, Carlos Slim. He could have bought better art. I will tell you there are many works of art hanging in the Soumaya Museum that I could afford on my professorial salary.

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Have Fun - Do Good

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

On Sunday, February 14th, thousands of people will exchange cards, go out to dinner, eat chocolates, buy flowers, and give gifts for Valentine's Day. I just finished reading Good Mail Day about making postal art, and am totally inspired to get more creative with my cards and letters. Cards Make your own!

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 28, 2015

Traditionally, silver is the gift for 25th anniversaries. Lighthouse, which provides after-school programming for teenagers, has sponsored a public art project for the past several months in Lincoln, Neb., Local artists decorated and designed the 51 6-foot-tall light bulbs, which have been spread throughout the city.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 28, 2015

Traditionally, silver is the gift for 25th anniversaries. Lighthouse, which provides after-school programming for teenagers, has sponsored a public art project for the past several months in Lincoln, Neb., Local artists decorated and designed the 51 6-foot-tall light bulbs, which have been spread throughout the city.

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AccelEvents

JULY 14, 2021

Hire a talented artist to create real-time illustrations in a session. Then, your attendees can navigate to their session for a tea break and see what interesting art was created. Have them provide gifts, branding, videos, or games to keep your attendees engaged. Real-time Illustrations. Add Sponsorships.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 19, 2007

One of my longtime flickr contacts, an artist named Darlene, just sent me a note that when her paycheck arrives, 10% is going to the Sharing Foundation. Is this an example of the virtual gift economy? OMG, I can't believe this generosity. So, in return, I'm plugging her cause - Life in Africa and this cause.

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Museum 2.0

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

The majority of our public programs at the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History are created and produced through community collaborations. It’s not unusual for us to meet with an environmental activist, a balloon artist, a farmer, and the Mayor of Santa Cruz all in one day. Large and small (or no) followings.

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Museum 2.0

JUNE 12, 2013

Over the past two years, the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History has undergone a significant transformation of program, audience, and resources. Our revolution is predicated on three big ideas: Art and history are something you do, not just something you learn about. You want to have an artist collective sleepover at the museum?

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 14, 2014

Over the past eight years, Michael has been specifically focused on the Arts and Cultural marketplace and is an active participant in delivering speaking engagements and contributing to trade publication articles. . How do you internally define arts and culture? The first gift is important. Maintain Loyalty.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 3, 2008

When I heard about the idea from Allison Fine I immediately thought about the work of Lewis Hyde and gift economies or the art of pay it forward. A gift is not, in fact, a gift unless it continues circulating. The gift, as it moves along, actually becomes more and more valuable.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 22, 2011

In line with the design, drawing, and multimedia editing tools that form the backbone of Adobe, they invest in organizations that are addressing arts and creativity, education, and youth service issues. The Foundation's community grants program has two focus areas: Arts and Creativity. Grant Programs from the Adobe Foundation.

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