NonProfit Quarterly

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Image credit: Mercyships.org Disclosure: The author is a journalist and has been serving as a volunteer writer in the Communications Department on board the Global Mercy since January 2024. Working alongside the Ministry of Health is vital to ensuring that the work we do can be sustained long-term,” Thomas said.

Medical 115

Medical Healthcare Nonprofit governance and management Health 115

Ann Green

MARCH 9, 2022

Since the pandemic started, some nonprofits have done better and have created more nuanced, personal communication. They don’t use terms like food insecurity, at-risk populations, and underserved communities, and neither should you. Do residents of a certain community not have good health care nearby?

Communication 192

Communication Food Medical Health 192

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MARCH 26, 2025

To create a successful fundraising store, focus on products such as: Popular, wide-appeal items , including discount cards for local businesses or chains and food like popcorn or cookie dough. In your stores description, communicate where supporters contributions will go. 50% of all sales goes toward new equipment for our team).

Participation and motivation 130

Participation and motivation Fundraising Fundraising Non-Profits 130

Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The air in her community is polluted, with local chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) rates rising. She also lives in a food desert, which makes getting nutritious and affordable food difficult. The nearest fresh food grocer is three miles away, across the 101 freeway.

Health 130

Health Public and Social Policy Entrepreneurship Food 130

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

AUGUST 13, 2015

Here’s an example of a great metaphor from our free e-book, 25 Metaphors Nonprofits Can Use to Get Their Messages Across – and the Decrepit Dozen to Avoid , that shows how you can bring dry data to life: Cover of Red Eye Magazine with Feature Story on Chicago’s Food Deserts Source: chicagonow.com. Neither do maps alone.

Communication 182

Communication Food Health Production 182

Selfish Giving

JANUARY 8, 2025

Big Lots Big Lots conducts annual in-store fundraising campaigns to support On Our Sleeves , a movement focused on children's mental health. Customers can donate at checkout, with 100% of the funds going toward providing free mental health educational resources. Paul, Minnesota, uses images as a communication tool.

Retail 130

Retail Children Food Public and Nonprofit Management 130

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 26, 2023

What does the struggle for Black food sovereignty look like at the local level? In this webinar conversation, five Black food justice leaders share their experiences. All five panelists were all article authors of NPQ ’s fall 2022 series on Black Food Sovereignty: Stories from the Field.

Food 119

Food Agriculture Philanthropy Culture 119

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JANUARY 12, 2015

Here’s the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators, where we ask you to describe your day in your own words. . Tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro. and Canada, and each has its own CEO and communications staff. She tweets from @LaurenLLawson.

Communication 245

Communication Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Social Enterprise 245

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 24, 2025

Editors note: This piece is from Nonprofit Quarterly Magazine s winter 2024 issue, Health Justice in the Digital Age: Can We Harness AI for Good? Attaining equity in health isnt always about bringing the resources of the rich to the poor. The United States is in a societal mental health crisis. Image Credit: Dall-E by OpenAI.

Health 86

Health Public and Social Policy Medical Public and Nonprofit Management 86

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 16, 2015

A photo posted by The Food Trust (@thefoodtrust) on Mar 28, 2015 at 8:33am PDT. Food Revolution https://instagram.com/foodrev. Food Tank https://instagram.com/daniellenierenberg/. The Food Trust https://instagram.com/thefoodtrust. The Food Trust https://instagram.com/thefoodtrust. shoplocal. I showed you my list.

Food 274

Food Medical Environmental Nonprofits 274

Candid

JANUARY 23, 2025

Trust is the cornerstone herean active, vocal community builds credibility for your nonprofits mission. Strategies for building community Most nonprofits emerge out of a clear community need (think food banks, homeless shelters, health-focused foundations).

Fundraising 99

Fundraising Fundraising Homelessness Retention 99

Ann Green

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Generic communication isn’t going to help you keep your donors. They don’t use terms like food insecurity, at-risk populations, and underserved communities, and neither should you. Instead of talking about food insecurity, give an example of a family choosing between buying groceries and paying the heating bill.

Communication 156

Communication Food Medical Health 156

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

DECEMBER 8, 2014

Here’s the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators, where we ask you to describe your day in your own words. . Tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro. Tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro.

Communication 166

Communication Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Social Enterprise 166

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Image Credit: Oladimeji Odunsi on unsplash.com How do you support development across the food system in a way that builds community ownership and power for Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities? This is a question that a group of food system activists of color have come together to address.

Food 122

Food Finance Community Development Culture 122

Ann Green

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Break free from your generic communication and create something more personal. They don’t use terms like food insecurity, at-risk populations, and underserved communities and neither should you. Instead of talking about food insecurity, give an example of a family choosing between buying groceries and paying the heating bill.

Communication 147

Communication Homelessness Food Medical 147

Selfish Giving

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

For example, a morning-after pill manufacturer is partnering with Louisiana health clinics to donate its contraceptive in the House Speakers home state every time Mike and his colleagues try to shut down access, spread misinformation or spew anti-contraception messaging. 55k - $58k) Brain Food 1.

Nonprofit governance and management 130

Nonprofit governance and management Manufacturing Ethics Nonprofits 130

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

If you are a health related org, you can promote dental health. Then stop using it in communications to them!). This is a day to encourage volunteers and community service. Share your favorite cookie or vegetarian recipes or have your staff or supporters shares theirs. 10/02: World Smile Day. 10/05: Do Something Nice Day.

Health 276

Health Poverty Food Culture 276

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MAY 22, 2017

Welcome to the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators, where we ask you to describe your day in your own words. Don’t be shy – tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro. Tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro.

Communication 149

Communication Sociology Environmental Law 149

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

There are many good reasons for nonprofit communicators to participate in a Twitter chat: Meet high-quality contacts to follow. Chances are no matter what you do, and no matter which sector your cause represents (health, animals, justice, community benefit, etc.), CommBuild | Tuesdays @ 1pm ET (community building).

Social Entrepreneurship 220

Social Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship Education Education 220

Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

In vibrant and thriving communities, people have the power and resources to realize their vision of health and well-being. Residents, regardless of zip code or how much money they have, can breathe clean air, eat healthy and culturally appropriate food, and have a safe, affordable place to call home.

Health 105

Health Public and Social Policy Race and Ethnicity Philanthropy 105

Selfish Giving

AUGUST 14, 2017

If you’re operating in the cause marketing space and you’ve never heard of Smithfield Foods , you’re missing out. To provide some scale, Smithfield is one of the largest global food and consumer packed meats companies in the world, to the tune of $14 billion. Conferences like COMMIT!Forum Forum provide just such an opportunity.

Food 113

Food Disaster Relief Public and Nonprofit Management Associations 113

Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

For example, are you starting to consider purchasing a warehouse for your food bank? Jeff Guyett from Community Action Center A Commitment to the Entire Role, Not Just the Fun Parts It’s important for board members to understand that they can’t selectively fulfill their duties.

Ethics 107

Ethics Nonprofit governance and management Collaborations Children 107

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

If you are a health related org, you can promote dental health. Then stop using it in communications to them!). This is a day to encourage volunteers and community service. 10/10: World Mental Health Day. 10:16: World Food Day. 10/01: World Smile Day. 10/05: Do Something Nice Day. 10/16: Dictionary Day.

Health 244

Health Poverty Food Culture 244

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

If you are a health related org, you can promote dental health. Then stop using it in communications to them!) This is a day to encourage volunteers and community service. Point out some of the educators in your field and what they have done for your cause. 10/06: World Smile Day. 10/09: Curious Events Day.

Health 227

Health Poverty Nonprofits Food 227

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Or take Climate Change AI : This environmental nonprofit leverages machine learning to tackle pressing climate challenges, fostering collaboration among climate scientists, technologists, and local community organizations, to build collective knowledge and solutions that advance conservation efforts.

Collaborations 69

Collaborations Ethics Technology Foundations 69

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 27, 2025

Multinational corporations, such as those involved in the food and beverage industry, have been scrutinized for their roles in contributing to these environmental issues. This not only exacerbates climate change but also results in hazardous air quality, affecting both human health and the environment.

Ethics 73

Ethics Agriculture Environmental Production 73

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Or maybe it looks OK, but represents a very slim segment of the people you are communicating to and about. Where does a busy nonprofit communicator get real and representative stock photography of people for free or at least reasonable fees? Staff, clients, volunteers, and donors want to see themselves reflected in your communications.

Nonprofits 276

Nonprofits Advertising Communication Food 276

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 24, 2017

Welcome to the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators, where we ask you to describe your day in your own words. Don’t be shy – tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro. I briefly speak with a visitor asking about our free health clinic.

Communication 120

Communication Public and Nonprofit Management Advertising Nonprofits 120

Ann Green

AUGUST 2, 2023

Even though the public health emergency is over, COVID is still a part of our lives. Are your clients/community feeling the aftereffects of the pandemic? You may be seeing more people at your food pantry because of rising food costs and cuts in benefits. How will you keep up with your donor communication?

Fundraising 246

Fundraising Fundraising Food Recruitment 246

Anedot

APRIL 3, 2025

Position Summary The Social Services Senior Manager oversees the Social Services department, including Case Management, Intake, Unaccompanied Minor & Children’s Holistic Immigration Representation Program, Community Resilience Team, Food Pantry, and CHW oversight. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Management 52

Management Insurance Collaborations Food 52

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JUNE 29, 2023

Can you communicate your mission or other aspects of your organization just using emojis? 7/21: National Junk Food Day. Again, think of what your readers could break away from or change. 7/17: World Emoji Day. Best for social media. 7/18: Nelson Mandela International Day.

Food 193

Food Nonprofits Law Children 193

Ann Green

APRIL 21, 2020

Donor Communications: Now is the time for MORE communications, not less. Both by not communicating enough and/or sending something that’s uninspiring. A better subject line would be – Find out h o w you’re helping families continue to put food on the table. This will help you stay in touch more often.

Retention 147

Retention Food Homelessness Health 147

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MARCH 18, 2015

Both #wellnesswed and #foodfri have provided grassroots Twitter users with information on topics that matter most to moms and families, like how to get health coverage, how to advocate for healthier school food, and more. Advocacy Nonprofit Communications Social Networking hashtags twitter'

Public and Social Policy 232

Public and Social Policy Healthcare Food Health 232

Anedot

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Organization Overview: Thirty-five percent of all food in the U.S. goes to waste, contributing significantly to environmental damage, with global food waste ranking as the third-largest source of greenhouse gas emissions behind the U.S. Meanwhile, more than 20% of people in the Bay Area face food insecurity.

Management 52

Management Food Environmental Insurance 52

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MARCH 2, 2015

4/7: World Health Day. The focus this year is on food safety. Copywriting Creative Ideas Nonprofit Communications' This works really well if you have lots of parents with small children on your mailing list. 4/4: Tell a Lie Day. Use this day to dispel any myths or rumors about your cause. 4/15: Income Tax Day in the U.S.

Children 188

Children Culture Environmental Food 188

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MAY 13, 2019

Food helps people be happy. Communication. It’s possible that you are doing great at keeping morale high, but sometimes outside complications like mental health or family concerns may impact attitudes on the job. Consider having one week a year where you close your office. Consider expanding your paid vacation. Leadership.

Food 161

Food Culture Health Leadership 161

Selfish Giving

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

I recently finished writing a bunch of case studies for Penn State Health Children’s Hospital , a member of Children’s Miracle Network. I was happy how they came out, but what I was really impressed with is how the team at Penn State Health used them. Nice work, Penn State Health! ?? ?? Brain Food 1. Check it out here.

Marketing 147

Marketing Marketing Health Recruitment 147