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#SummerLovingMajorGifts Post 3 of 3 (you can search hashtag SummerLovingMajorGifts to see previous posts) Are you experiencing a summer slowdown in your major gift fundraising efforts?  What do you do to keep things going in your work?  Let’s help each other think creatively about this! The third category of activities I suggest thinking about are “Fun”.  These playful actions cover three categories: 1) Building relationships with extended families of your active givers 2) Playing together 3) Celebrating generosity Fun 🕺 Playing together with your own family and friends (self care) 💃 Playing together with your givers and prospects - what do they enjoy doing as a hobby or pastime? 🕺 Develop a summer reading list - both educational and just-plain-fun 💃 Offer a summer internship program for family and friends of givers who want to learn more about nonprofits and fundraising 🕺 Organize small “no-ask” gatherings or picnics with givers and prospects 💃 Organize local hikes 🕺 Create some “Summer of _____” swag (the blank can be a tagline, or the name of your cause, or something else related to the mission) I welcome your comments and ideas.  What are some of the creative things YOU are doing this summer? #majorgifts #summerslowdown #changeofpace #relationships #fun #fundraising

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My career was possible because of a few people who took a chance on me and provided me the opportunity for (paid) internships. So when Forbes Nonprofit Council wants to discuss how best to build an #internship program, I’m all in. Be sure to check our some of the great thinking from my colleagues. #nonprofits #nonprofitleadership #intern #leadership #professionaldevelopment #careerplanning

These last two summers, I had the wonderful opportunity of interning with the PATH Foundation in Warrenton, VA! This experience has been insightful and edifying as it has provided me with abounding knowledge of the non-profit sector! First, being an Intern in 2023, the foundation assigned me to Friends Of The Rappahannock. There, I was provided the opportunity to efficiently and effectively utilize Excel to update 15 staff profiles and gather 23 sponsors for their annual event, Riverfest. Specifically, I've utilized foundational skills such as Lookup Functions in Excel to sort out each staff member, as well as Canva software to research, design, and upload graphics on the organization's official website. During my time at the PATH office, I've worked alongside 18 other interns by participating in weekly group initiatives and leadership development activities to learn more about the advocacy that the foundation provides in their three-county footprint of Fauquier, Rappahannock, and Culpeper. We've completed a project where we collectively conducted comprehensive research and data analysis of our recent health equity reports, such as the 2023 ALICE, 2020 and 2023 CHNA. Through this, we delved into the provided data, examining various aspects of the community's demographics, social indicators, and economic factors. We've presented this data and provided the appropriate recommendations to the PATH team and their Board of Directors. Secondly, the foundation has provided me the opportunity of being an Intern Coordinator and assisting the Program Officers in hosting this summer's Internship program. Together, we organized the Intern Program and supervised 21 new interns, educating them on the foundation's mission and objective of providing grants, funding programs, and developing partnerships with other non-profits and government agencies whose objectives align with the values of the foundation. Sitting in on weekly staff meetings, program meetings, and luncheons with PATH Staff and grant recipients was one of the key takeaways from this internship. It was insightful to observe how the foundation's Program and Finance Officers, Accountants, and Executives navigate complex non-profit discussions and develop solutions. These meetings have opened my understanding to the fundamentals of Program Management and the concept of grant-funding. Networking with the PATH staff team was another key takeaway from this internship. I had the chance to speak with the Financial and Communications teams to learn more about how their departments function within a non-profit sector. These interactions have provided insight as to how I could potentially utilize these areas of business in the future. Overall, my time at The PATH Foundation has been an advantageous experience. I'm grateful for the knowledge I've gained, skills I've developed, and the relationships I've built. Giving Glory to God as always, and thanking The PATH Foundation for this last year!

With summer on the horizon, most schools are about to end for the year. However, that shouldn’t mean that students should stop experiencing new things and enrich their experience. Especially if you plan to apply for a 4 year university, to boost your chances of acceptance you should try taking part in extracurricular opportunities during your summer break. Today, we’d like to share a few examples of these activities you could take part in during summer break. -Volunteering at an Old Age Home: From personal experience, this is a very enjoyable way to spend any free time you have. If you can find memory care centers or old age homes in your area, the residents of these places tend to really enjoy spending time with younger people that they don’t see very often. You can also engage in many activities including little games and arts and crafts which can be fun for you too! -Internships: It’s not easy to find a lot of internships, especially on short notice, however, with a little research there are so many open opportunities you are bound to find some in your area. We recommend using LinkedIn or even just google to search up any potential opportunities while you have time during the summer. -Online courses: Taking online courses or workshops can help students expand their knowledge and skills in various areas. Online courses are self-paced and are more affordable than classroom based courses. They help show students initiative and commitment towards lifelong learning. -Instilt Educate: Of course we had to save the best for last, Instilt is an amazing way to spend your time over the summer. You can volunteer remotely and build the times you have to do work around your schedule. You can also be a part of a fantastic organization of people that are making a difference when it comes to global education. #CommunityService #Fundraising #Volunteering #NGO #SocialGood #Sustainability #ImpactInvesting #Donations #Causes #GiveBack #SupportNonprofits #NonprofitSector #Advocacy #VolunteerWork #SummerVolunteer #VolunteerOpportunities #MakeADifference #CollegeResume #CareerAdvice #ResumeTips  #ProfessionalDevelopment #ResumeWriting #CareerDevelopment #StudentLife #CollegeTips #InterviewTips #JobHunting #CareerSkills #Employability  #ResumeAdvice #CareerPreparation #JobMarket #CareerGuidance #ResumeHelp

Join us for 'Miles of Impact'! Your participation supports paid, transformative internships for underrepresented young adults. Let’s make a difference together! 🌟 Whether you run, do yoga, swim or do zumba, here's your chance to make a change! Why Participate? - Fuel Change: Your participation directly funds our summer 2025 internships, changing the course of life for countless students. - The Power of 10,000 Miles: Every mile you log is a stride towards social and economic equality. It’s not just a number; it’s our shared goal to break barriers and create opportunities. Event Essentials - Date: Throughout September 2024 - Venue: Your favorite spot to get active! - Goal: Amass a collective 10,000 miles - Registration: Free! Your commitment is your entry. - Fundraising Target: Aim to raise $250, but the sky's the limit! Ready to Make a Difference? Sign up now - link in bio! #MilesOfImpact #ElevatePlus #nonprofit #fundraising #community #youthempowerment

Community Service & Volunteering! Is it really unpaid? In the world today, money is almost regarded as the highest form of value you can get from doing a job or fulfilling a task. But money is usually the least value we get from completing a job, because money is meant to be exchanged for other things with greater worth and value. For me, I believe the most value we get from doing a job, task or project is the knowledge we get, the relationships we build and the memories that lingers. As I continue my work with Nixerlex Youth Development Foundation, I realize more fully my own potentials and the joy I get from such service is enough value that money can’t offer. So perhaps the next time you have an opportunity to volunteer, serve others or just maybe an unpaid internship opportunity, I suggest you look forward to the intangible values that are worth more than money. #NYDF #NixerlexYouthDevelopmentFoundation #Volunteering #CommunityService

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The UK's #creative industries face a diversity gap, with only 13% of creatives from BAME backgrounds and 11% disabled, highlighting an urgent need for action. Linda Nguyen suggests collaborative efforts with #charities and #internships to empower the next #generation without pandering, breaking barriers by championing #scholarships, internships, and inclusive spaces for underrepresented groups. Read more about how we should be fostering #diversity in the next generation of #creatives here- https://lnkd.in/eypxF5MN