GOODWORKS : UPCOMING EVENTS
Looking for new opportunities to learn and grow? We’ve curated a list of what’s on, online in the nonprofit, social enterprise, and socially conscious business space. Mark your calendar and get learning online!
UPCOMING (ONLINE) EVENTS
MAINTAINING A HEALTHY NONPROFIT VIRTUALLY
August 6, 2020, 12 PM EST
A conversation between Rhea Wong, nonprofit consultant, speaker and podcaster, and Beth Kanter, Virtual Trainer & Nonprofit Innovator in digital transformation & workplace wellbeing, recognized by Fast Co.
FIVE WAYS TO FUTUREPROOF YOUR FUNDRAISING
August 11, 2020, 1 PM EST
The fundraising landscape has drastically changed over the course of a few months. As a nonprofit fundraising in 2020, now’s the time to build a resilient, proactive strategy that’s able to weather unforeseeable storms of the future. Learn how to implement innovative, forward-thinking tactics that allow your nonprofit to bring in a steady stream of donations throughout the year. You’ll discover how peer-to-peer fundraising, recurring giving, virtual events, and investing in younger donors work together to create a future-proof fundraising strategy.
8 EXPERT TIPS ON RAISING $10K+ ON FACEBOOK
August 11, 2020, 2:00 PM EST
Facebook has cracked the code for social media fundraising. Facebook Fundraisers are easy to learn and use peer-to-peer technology to unlock fast unrestricted cash for your nonprofit. Nonprofits need new, ongoing, and sustainable revenue streams and this may be a solution. But there are secrets to unlocking lots of more revenue than casual users understand. Come learn the tips the experts use to unlock tens of thousands of dollars annually.
You will learn how to:
- Set up your Facebook page to run fundraisers
- Craft your content, timing, frequency, and strategy for more revenue
- Common mistakes that will harm your campaign
HOW TO ACQUIRE NEW DONORS AND CREATE AN ENGAGING DONOR JOURNEY IN 2020
August 12, 2020, 11:00 AM EST
In recent months, the fundraising community has shifted to digital work. And, with the recent pandemic causing many groups to question their future sustainability and independence, it makes sense to begin to use this emphasis on digital to build a broader base of donors and encourage greater giving by the many. Join Robin L. Cabral, as she takes you through a multichannel approach to donor communications through using lead magnets and customer sales maps to acquire new donors, align digital strategies to form a cohesive donor journey, and build meaningful donor relationships through timely touchpoints.
MANAGING EMPLOYEES IN UNCERTAIN TIMES
August 13, 2020, 1:00 PM EST
A free webinar for nonprofit leaders. The impact of COVID-19 has heightened the need for effective leadership and management due to its widespread impact on mental health and the economic necessity to have engaged employees to support business continuity and success. This webinar will discuss the impact of COVID-19 and how the spillover line between work and home has become thinner than ever. While society reopens and the economy restarts, it remains unclear what the future holds and how the pandemic may continue to unfold, and this means you must be able to manage your employees well during these uncertain times.
HOW TO RETHINK PRODUCTS AND SERVICES THROUGH EQUITY DESIGN
August 13, 2020, 2:00 PM EST
Organizations around the world are reflecting on the urgency of this moment to build a more equitable and just society — especially for historically underserved communities of colour. If you have products, programs, and services that could better meet the needs of Black, Indigenous, and people of colour, but aren’t sure how to take the first step, this webinar is for you. You’ll be introduced to “equity design” — designing with the intention of eliminating oppression, exclusion, and top-down approaches — and guide you through how to begin applying it within your team.
VIRTUAL DONOR ENGAGEMENT DURING THE PANDEMIC AND BEYOND
August 19, 2020, 3:00 PM EST
The isolation brought on by the pandemic has created an urgent need for connection in a time when in-person events remain limited or downright dangerous – but how do we continue to engage our supporters amidst a surplus of virtual events and Zoom fatigue? Rather than focus on executing one successful event, this webinar will share best practices on how to position your virtual experiences within your entire engagement strategy so that you can continue to create deep connections with donors throughout the pandemic and beyond.
IS SOCIAL ENTERPRISE RIGHT FOR YOU?
August 26, 2020, 12:00 PM EST
Starting a social enterprise can be a great way for your organization to achieve the double bottom line: mission impact and a new unrestricted revenue stream. Join us as we define social enterprise and look at the four areas you should research as you evaluate this revenue option for your organization.
