Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

For example, are you starting to consider purchasing a warehouse for your food bank? I can onboard them to the processes of nonprofit management, strategic planning, and the like, but they must each be willing to step up into actual leadership and not passive rubber-stamping.

Ethics 106

Ethics Nonprofit governance and management Collaborations Children 106

NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 29, 2022

When I felt burned out, I still wanted to spend time with the Girl Scout troop I lead or distributing food in the community with local nonprofits,” Jamiel recalls. “I While teaching was extremely meaningful and fulfilling for Jamiel, she found herself eager to volunteer — even on the most exhausting days. .

Nonprofit Leadership 130

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Universities Food 130

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 14, 2024

For instance, let’s say a donor gives $500 per year to a food bank, which provides 350 meals. As food prices increase due to inflation, the same $500 donation might only be able to buy 300 meals in the future. Nonprofit budgeting is all about forecasting your future expenses, but inflation makes prices unpredictable.

Fundraising 130

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit Leadership Technology 130

The Agitator

JANUARY 25, 2015

It got me thinking about the parallels between the decline of the fast food industry and a lot of burn-and-churn, business-as-usual fundraising. Fundraising philosophy/profession Nonprofit management premium' fast-casual dining) versus the incremental changes favored by the traditional companies who largely ignore new trends.

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Fundraising Fundraising Food Nonprofit Management 76

The Agitator

SEPTEMBER 13, 2015

And so it was with delight that I read the news release from The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) noting that attacks by its nemesis the Center for Consumer Freedom (CCF) against the fast-serve food chain Chipotle are backfiring.

Food 110

Food Nonprofits Nonprofit Management Retention 110

The Agitator

AUGUST 28, 2014

Sometimes even fundraisers need food for the soul. Fundraising philosophy/profession Nonprofit management premium' Tom and I serve up over-sized portions on techniques, strategies and tactics, and other helpful (we hope!) stuff to help you with your job. We’re a bit light on the broccoli equivalents.

Food 65

Food Nonprofit Management Management Fundraising 65

Get Fully Funded

JULY 18, 2022

For example, if you work for a food bank, a clear, magnetic vision might be to end hunger in your community. Brazosport Cares Food Pantry consistently uses compelling stories to help readers understand the pain and suffering of going hungry. It needs to be something that challenges status quo and stirs people’s hearts.

Fundraising 116

Fundraising Fundraising Food Activism 116

The Agitator

JULY 1, 2014

. “Fundraising companies and their suppliers have the duty to disclose all payments made to themselves and other fundraising agencies, consultants, and suppliers or anyone else in the food chain. accountability charities direct mail fundraising nonprofit management nonprofits transparency premium'

Food 63

Food Nonprofit Management Management Fundraising 63

The Agitator

OCTOBER 6, 2010

If your “portfolio&# includes any responsibility for your nonprofit’s online presence, there are plenty of good ideas here to cherry-pick from. UN World Food Programme. The Nonprofit Association of Oregon. Project Hope. Children’s Hospital Foundation. My Projects (Cancer Research UK). War on Want. MercyCorps.

Fundraising 71

Fundraising Fundraising Environmental Children 71

The Agitator

SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

Whole Foods Market. Sounds simple enough … your nonprofit can deliver on “warm&# , right? Tags: branding communications donor retention loyalty nonprofit management nonprofits research. SC Johnson. amazon.com. General Mills. Top 5 in Social Responsibility. Johnson & Johnson. SC Johnson. amazon.com.

Retention 69

Retention Universities Food Nonprofit Management 69

Bloomerang

APRIL 25, 2024

Inspiration Food For The Poor , an interdenominational Christian ministry in 17 Caribbean and Latin American countries, has delivered more than $15.7 The firm assessed Food For The Poor’s challenges, developed a future-focused technology strategy, and outlined a clear action plan for digital transformation.

Nonprofit governance and management 103

Nonprofit governance and management Culture Leadership Governance 103

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JUNE 19, 2017

She concurrently worked towards a certificate in nonprofit management. I’m a lucky duck and have a husband who rises to respond to our giant cat staring at him for food. Today, though, he slept in and I was able to get dressed without him demanding to be held. to bring the babe to daycare and get myself to work.

Communication 126

Communication Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits 126

Candid

JANUARY 17, 2024

That’s why we freely share our expertise with the sector through a variety of channels: Live and on-demand trainings : Learn about a range of topics from starting a nonprofit to proposal writing, management, governance, sustainability, and transparency.

Nonprofit governance and management 98

Nonprofit governance and management Philanthropy Foundations Nonprofits 98

The Agitator

JANUARY 31, 2011

Bonnie Catena of Amnesty USA offered this comment, which I thought deserved your attention … “All great food for thought as we continue to wade through the plethora of media options we fundraisers have for donor communication, stewardship and solicitation.

Non-Profits 100

Non-Profits Food Activism Communication 100

The NonProfit Times

JUNE 19, 2024

Operating under crisis is often the norm for nonprofit managers, and COVID-19 is revealing the complexity of global crises and their bearing on self-care for individuals in the sector. By Mandy Sharp Eizinger, M.S. Recognize that burnout is real.

Healthcare 96

Healthcare Health Production Culture 96

The Agitator

JUNE 30, 2010

AUM provides emergency food and shelter, residential recovery programs and transitional housing for men, women and children. Tags: Don't Miss these Posts charities direct marketing donor retention fundraising loyalty major donors nonprofit management nonprofits online fundraising online publishing. Can anyone help me out?

Public and Nonprofit Management 58

Public and Nonprofit Management Retention Children Food 58

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Secure food. Whether food should be provided at a board meeting is determined by the timing of the meeting. Don’t have a budget for food? This allows your board to interact with your constituents in person. If that’s not an option, the location you choose should be set up for comfort and functionality. No worries.

Public and Social Policy 120

Public and Social Policy Recruitment Nonprofits Philanthropy 120

The Agitator

OCTOBER 19, 2009

— Houston Food Bank. With simple but effective use of word repetition, the Houston Food Bank clarifies its work and impact. It delivers on two distinct levels—the literal act of putting food on people’s shelves and the emotional payoff to donors and volunteers. Human Services: Filling pantries. Filling lives.

Nonprofits 61

Nonprofits Food Philanthropy Health 61

Care2

DECEMBER 4, 2013

The Nonprofit Times cited a study during the 14 th Annual Symposium for Nonprofit Professionals and Volunteers at the Axelson Center for Nonprofit Management that concluded that social media users are quite active with nonprofit organizations. Donate clothing, food or other personal items: 52%.

Public and Nonprofit Management 75

Public and Nonprofit Management Food Associations Production 75

The Agitator

FEBRUARY 17, 2010

Look for Campbell Soups to drop the spoon, update the bowls, and make the food appear steaming hot. I have yet to hear of a nonprofit suiting up prospects in a biometric vest to measure their neurological response to direct mail copy! Become the anthropologist of your organization’s donor community. You’ll be rewarded.

Retention 60

Retention Food Nonprofit Management Communication 60

Bloomerang

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Although the expenses associated with hosting an in-person focus group vary, most nonprofits find themselves having to rent an event space, provide incentives for people to attend, pay for expenses like travel costs, and offer food and beverages. .

Nonprofits 117

Nonprofits Technology Associations Food 117

The Agitator

JULY 18, 2012

International Aid — Food for the Poor. Health — Stand Up To Cancer. Social Service — American Red Cross (some real heavy-hitters in this category). Disability — Goodwill.

Volunteerism 73

Volunteerism Volunteerism Environmental Nonprofits 73

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 40

Management Food Environmental Insurance 40

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 19, 2022

In exchange, the sponsored organization is able to operate as a nonprofit, primarily through receiving tax-deductible donations, allowing them to focus on mission-critical work. At Ribbon , we help established nonprofits manage their fiscal sponsorships while also connecting charitable individuals to potential fiscal sponsors.

Charitable Organizations 102

Charitable Organizations Collaborations Nonprofits Management 102

The Agitator

DECEMBER 16, 2009

Tags: You Deserve a Raise donor retention foundations fundraising loyalty nonprofit management nonprofits.

Entrepreneurship 64

Entrepreneurship Retention Foundations Values 64

The Agitator

JULY 13, 2011

Marilyn Borchardt — Food First/Institute for Food & Development Policy — 26 years. Bruce Donnelly — Atlanta Community Food Bank — 23 years. Marilyn Borchardt : I have been the development director at Food First/Institute for Food and Development Policy since 1985.

Fundraising 75

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit governance and management Food 75

The Agitator

AUGUST 8, 2011

Douglas has provided great food for thought here. I wonder if that’s in part because start-ups, with less resources, are more mindful that everything they do needs to pull together to win attention and commitment. Prove your impact — as one of my past consultants emphasized to me … “It’s the results, stupid!&#.

Recruitment 81

Recruitment Food Fundraising Fundraising 81

The Agitator

MARCH 29, 2011

Today we’re commenting on the 2011 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study from M+R Strategic Services and NTEN, which includes data collected from 40 US-based nonprofit organizations. A far smaller — but nicely representative — sample, with some good analysis and food for thought nonetheless.

Fundraising 78

Fundraising Fundraising Environmental Health 78

The Agitator

MAY 23, 2012

” The higher up you are in your nonprofit’s fundraising food chain (and I include CEOs and Board members), the more useful you will find this article. And if you’re down a few rungs, it wouldn’t hurt your standing at all to pass this up the ladder.

Management 81

Management Foundations Food Marketing 81

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Each nonprofit sector has its own version of this scarcity mindset. Nonprofit management is always prioritizing precious dollars: specific needs take priority over general wants; the tangible is more important than the intangible; and it can be challenging to think about the concerns of tomorrow until today’s crises are addressed.

Values 120

Values Community Development Psychology Healthcare 120

The Agitator

APRIL 2, 2018

Angel Aloma , the executive director at Food for the Poor , has created a true “donor service organization.”. Food for the Poor not only called me first thing the next morning, but followed up regularly with friendly “can we provide any additional information” notes. Tom and his wife are donors to Food for the Poor.

Values 56

Values Retention Food Communication 56

The Agitator

JUNE 23, 2011

And here’s how that group plans to cope, expecting continuing rises in food and fuel prices … Only buying necessities: 70.5%. According to the American Pulse Survey , conducted twice monthly across a representative panel of 5,000 Americans, 90% do not expect a pay increase in the coming year. Driving less: 63.4%.

Retention 58

Retention Food Production Fundraising 58

NonProfit Hub

JUNE 5, 2019

You delete their accounts, restrict their admin access, throw away their food from the office refrigerator. Approach the addition of a new staff member with eagerness and positivity. Don’t sever ties completely. It’s easy to wash your hands of an employee when they leave.

Food 74

Food Nonprofits Nonprofit Management Management 74

Nonprofit Marketing Blog

MARCH 30, 2011

Tobi Johnson presents Nonprofit Customer Service: The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly posted at Tobi’s Nonprofit Management Blog. Which they apply to our food! Check out Bryan’s 7 tips for emphasizing the right marketing materials in the right way to drive donations and champion your non-profit’s cause.

Non-Profits 68

Non-Profits Public and Nonprofit Management Agriculture Nonprofit Leadership 68

The Agitator

JULY 31, 2018

Or if you’re looking for immediate pay back consider this impressive stat from Angel Aloma , Executive Director of Food for the Poor indicating that more than 20% of the organization’s multi-million $ income stems directly to their thank-you letters. Are you undervaluing the value gratitude.

Retention 63

Retention Psychology Universities Food 63

NonProfit Hub

JULY 6, 2021

A volunteer’s mistake ruins ten perfectly good suits at a nonprofit that gives interview clothing to jobless women. A whole shelf of canned peaches expires at a food pantry. If we’re honest with ourselves as nonprofit leaders, defects are happening all around us all the time.

Nonprofits 97

Nonprofits Energy Values Production 97

The Agitator

MAY 24, 2017

Here is a ‘plan’ that would rip to shreds our social safety net; our commitment to affordable, accessible health care; and our protection of the environment, food safety and much more that we expect from government. I’m thinking about the first Trump budget. While enlarging tax breaks for the wealthiest in the nation.

Governance 45

Governance Food Health Fundraising 45