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It’s scary to realize Giving Tuesday is only a few weeks away. Are you afraid your email won't stand out in a crowded inbox on one of the busiest nonprofit email days of the year? The average open rate on Giving Tuesday is the same as it is the rest of the year, about 29%. Are you frightened you don’t have time to write enough emails? The most successful campaigns had no more than two emails. For most nonprofits, all you need to send is one email. Organizations that sent one email on Giving Tuesday raised more money than those that sent two, by about $1,000. This is according to research conducted by Neon One. There is nothing to fear when it comes to Giving Tuesday. Send one to two emails your supporters will open and engage with them. #emailmarketing #nonprofit #givingtuesday #npocampaignlab

This month's nonprofit Spotlight is Community Services Clearinghouse: I got to sit down with Aubry Severe and learn about the ways this organization can help, and also hear about the impact they've already made. Here's what we discussed: Q. What is one thing you want our community to know about this organization? A. There is an on-site food pantry for elders, disabled, and individuals going through medical treatments. Q. How many were you able to help in 2023? A. *They helped 400 families a month with the food pantry *71,898 kids from Aug. 2023-May 2024 through the Meals for Kids Backpack program *142 schools in 7 counties Q. What brought you to this organization? A. Aubry first came as a volunteer for the holiday program for a few years then applied to become a caseworker, and is now the Director of Operations Q. What big events do you have coming up in 2024? A. *True Grit Ride/Run is coming up soon on June 22. The ride starts at 7am, and run starts at 7:30am. You can sign up at csclearinghouse.org *Meals for Kids Backpack program picks back up in August Q. How can we help? A. Pantry donations are always needed especially in the summer. Businesses can help by hosting food drives.

LOOKING FOR A PLACE YOU'LL FIT IN WHILE STANDING OUT IN YOUR COMMUNITY? 3 Levels of Volunteer with Who I Am Foundation: PLANNING COMMITTEE Planning Committee members require the most commitment. Although time requirements range from only 1-2 hours per week, depending on the position. Our Planning Committee helps plan and coordinate every outreach project, community event, care package distribution, and monthly drive. Planning Committee members must attend our weekly virtual meetings. BEHIND THE SCENES Many Volunteers are unable to attend our projects, distributions, or events due to their schedules with work, family, etc. Behind the scenes volunteers still contribute greatly by helping make phone calls, securing donations, picking up donations, helping recruit volunteers, helping to promote upcoming Who I Am Foundation events, projects, and distributions, and more! FRONT LINES Some Volunteers simply just want to show up and help, without committing to anything more. These Volunteers also help greatly, as the more hands we have aboard, the bigger the impact we can make. All 3 forms of Volunteers are integral and key in Who I Am Foundation’s continual growth in impact throughout many communities! Learn more about how YOU can help create the change you wish to see in your community! www.WhoIAmFoundation.org #TeamWhoIAm

LOOKING FOR A PLACE YOU'LL FIT IN WHILE STANDING OUT IN YOUR COMMUNITY? 3 Levels of Volunteer with Who I Am Foundation: PLANNING COMMITTEE Planning Committee members require the most commitment. Although time requirements range from only 1-2 hours per week, depending on the position. Our Planning Committee helps plan and coordinate every outreach project, community event, care package distribution, and monthly drive. Planning Committee members must attend our weekly virtual meetings. BEHIND THE SCENES Many Volunteers are unable to attend our projects, distributions, or events due to their schedules with work, family, etc. Behind the scenes volunteers still contribute greatly by helping make phone calls, securing donations, picking up donations, helping recruit volunteers, helping to promote upcoming Who I Am Foundation events, projects, and distributions, and more! FRONT LINES Some Volunteers simply just want to show up and help, without committing to anything more. These Volunteers also help greatly, as the more hands we have aboard, the bigger the impact we can make. All 3 forms of Volunteers are integral and key in Who I Am Foundation’s continual growth in impact throughout many communities! Learn more about how YOU can help create the change you wish to see in your community! www.WhoIAmFoundation.org #TeamWhoIAm

LOOKING FOR A PLACE YOU'LL FIT IN WHILE STANDING OUT IN YOUR COMMUNITY? 3 Levels of Volunteer with Who I Am Foundation: PLANNING COMMITTEE Planning Committee members require the most commitment. Although time requirements range from only 1-2 hours per week, depending on the position. Our Planning Committee helps plan and coordinate every outreach project, community event, care package distribution, and monthly drive. Planning Committee members must attend our weekly virtual meetings. BEHIND THE SCENES Many Volunteers are unable to attend our projects, distributions, or events due to their schedules with work, family, etc. Behind the scenes volunteers still contribute greatly by helping make phone calls, securing donations, picking up donations, helping recruit volunteers, helping to promote upcoming Who I Am Foundation events, projects, and distributions, and more! FRONT LINES Some Volunteers simply just want to show up and help, without committing to anything more. These Volunteers also help greatly, as the more hands we have aboard, the bigger the impact we can make. All 3 forms of Volunteers are integral and key in Who I Am Foundation’s continual growth in impact throughout many communities! Learn more about how YOU can help create the change you wish to see in your community! www.WhoIAmFoundation.org #TeamWhoIAm

LOOKING FOR A PLACE YOU'LL FIT IN WHILE STANDING OUT IN YOUR COMMUNITY? 3 Levels of Volunteer with Who I Am Foundation: PLANNING COMMITTEE Planning Committee members require the most commitment. Although time requirements range from only 1-2 hours per week, depending on the position. Our Planning Committee helps plan and coordinate every outreach project, community event, care package distribution, and monthly drive. Planning Committee members must attend our weekly virtual meetings. BEHIND THE SCENES Many Volunteers are unable to attend our projects, distributions, or events due to their schedules with work, family, etc. Behind the scenes volunteers still contribute greatly by helping make phone calls, securing donations, picking up donations, helping recruit volunteers, helping to promote upcoming Who I Am Foundation events, projects, and distributions, and more! FRONT LINES Some Volunteers simply just want to show up and help, without committing to anything more. These Volunteers also help greatly, as the more hands we have aboard, the bigger the impact we can make. All 3 forms of Volunteers are integral and key in Who I Am Foundation’s continual growth in impact throughout many communities! Learn more about how YOU can help create the change you wish to see in your community! www.WhoIAmFoundation.org #TeamWhoIAm

LOOKING FOR A PLACE YOU'LL FIT IN WHILE STANDING OUT IN YOUR COMMUNITY? 3 Levels of Volunteer with Who I Am Foundation: PLANNING COMMITTEE Planning Committee members require the most commitment. Although time requirements range from only 1-2 hours per week, depending on the position. Our Planning Committee helps plan and coordinate every outreach project, community event, care package distribution, and monthly drive. Planning Committee members must attend our weekly virtual meetings. BEHIND THE SCENES Many Volunteers are unable to attend our projects, distributions, or events due to their schedules with work, family, etc. Behind the scenes volunteers still contribute greatly by helping make phone calls, securing donations, picking up donations, helping recruit volunteers, helping to promote upcoming Who I Am Foundation events, projects, and distributions, and more! FRONT LINES Some Volunteers simply just want to show up and help, without committing to anything more. These Volunteers also help greatly, as the more hands we have aboard, the bigger the impact we can make. All 3 forms of Volunteers are integral and key in Who I Am Foundation’s continual growth in impact throughout many communities! Learn more about how YOU can help create the change you wish to see in your community! www.WhoIAmFoundation.org #TeamWhoIAm

MLK JR Year of Partnerships Challenge 2024 We can do it! 💪🏾 Is there a yearlong project that you, your organization, or company can commit to that aligns to the mission of the nonprofit you choose? Ask the nonprofit for a monthly project that you will assist with that will provides service for the entire year. Be open to what they request because they know their needs. This will have the greatest impact! Examples: 1.Monthly in-kind collections 2.Monthly fundraising goals 3.Monthly volunteering 4.Monthly advocating 5.Monthly community socials

#NonprofitFounders, #CommunityLeaders! The Huffer Memorial Children's Center showcases the power of community support through their Friend to Friend utility assistance fund. This fund, powered by donations, provides essential heating to families struggling to make ends meet during the cold winter months. A kind reminder that the work you do is so vital, shaping the lives of so many. But we understand that effectively marketing the mission and garnering the necessary support can sometimes be a challenge often overlooked. Remember, storytelling and fostering genuine connections are invaluable tools in effectively communicating your mission and encouraging donations. Let's continue to #PayItForward and ensure no family goes cold this winter. Your work is valued, your impact, immeasurable. #GiveHopeDaily, #NonProfitMarketing, #BusinessSolutions, #MarketingSolutions, #CommunityImpact. Tell us how you plan on making a difference today.

By Teens, for Teens. Introducing our latest project: an app for Teens 4 Teens! 📱 Here's what we're aiming to achieve: 1. Find and start local chapters – Empowering communities to take action locally. 2. Connect with tutors – Providing educational support to teens in need. 3. Easy donations – Streamlining the process to help us gather more hygiene supplies for distribution. By addressing these needs, we hope to create a more connected and supportive environment for teenagers everywhere. Your feedback and support are invaluable as we build this together. What features do you think would be beneficial? How can we make the biggest impact? Farza Majeed #buildspace #nightsandweekends #s5 #nonprofit #socialgood #community #teens4teens #buildinpublic