THE NONPROFIT SPARK: FUNDRAISING YEAR-END #GIVINGTUESDAY
Spark Group Consulting
IGNITING HEALTHY ORGANIZATIONS THROUGH STRUCTURE, COLLABORATION, INFLUENCE, & VISION
YOUR WEEKLY DIGEST
Election Day is a powerful reminder of the impact each of us can make in shaping our communities. As we take this opportunity to vote, it’s also a meaningful moment to reflect on how our nonprofit work helps build a better future.
Election Day also serves as a reminder for nonprofits in the midst of year-end campaign season that our stories have the power to inspire action. In this week’s edition of Nonprofit Spark, we’re focusing on strategies for these campaigns and fundraising appeals. Whether you’re looking to engage donors, boost support, or share the impact of your work, we’ve got insights and resources to help you finish the year strong.
Keep reading for our weekly blog, a free downloadable resource, and an engaging conversation with nonprofit leaders. Plus, find a grant opportunity that could be a great fit for your organization.
Happy Reading!
—The Spark Group Team
THIS WEEK’S BLOG | 11.06.24
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Beyond Donations: The True Benefits of Participating in #GivingTuesday GivingTuesday isn't just about donations. It's a valuable opportunity to reach new donors, share your impact, grow your subscriber lists, and foster a sense of community. Learn how to make the most of #GivingTuesday in our latest blog!
?FREE RESOURCE | CRAFTING COMPELLING IMPACT STORIES
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Crafting Compelling Impact Stories
This resource was created for the Grant Writing & Funding podcast hosted by Holly Rustic.
How we talk about our clients says a lot about our organization. Volunteers, funders, and clients read the narratives we craft. It is important to tell stories that honor the dignity of those we serve.
In this e-book, you will learn tips for telling stories that highlight client achievements and inspire collaboration.
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Tips for Making the Most of #GivingTuesday
Start your countdown to the biggest day of generosity, GivingTuesday, which falls on November 30, 2021, this year. More than 33 million Americans participated in GivingTuesday and donated nearly $2.5 billion in 2020. All hands on deck! Here are some tips to help your organization make the most of GivingTuesday.
?GRANT OPPORTUNITY | EJ4Climate: Environmental Justice and Climate Resilience
EJ4Climate: Environmental Justice and Climate Resilience
The CEC established this grant program in 2021 to fund projects that target underserved and vulnerable communities, and Indigenous communities, in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, to prepare them for climate-related impacts.
The EJ4Climate Grant Program provides funding directly to community-based organizations and seeks to support environmental justice by facilitating the involvement and empowerment of communities searching for solutions and the development of partnerships to address their environmental and human health vulnerabilities, including those due to climate change impacts.
Grants of up to C$200,000 will be provided.
Application Deadlines: November 14, 2024
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