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In baseball, there are "walk-out" songs. These are the songs which players are greeted with each time they go to bat or step on the mound to pitch in a game. It's intended to be a hype-song to energize the crowd for that player's appearance on the field. All sports have them - really. Devin Hester of the Chicago Bears may have the most memorable "walk-out" song as he was preparing to return a kick for a TD! "Crank That - Soulja Boy" by Soulja Boy Soldier Field would be up for grabs! Link in comments 🤟 When playing college baseball at The University of Iowa - I used 2 songs over my 4 years as a letterwinner. "Real American" by Derringer "Voodoo Child (Slight Return)" by Hendrix Link in comments to both 🤟 Any guess why these 2 songs and not PJ? As I've been building Hail Hail Auctions, I have been considering what my "walk-out" song could be as I enter the stage to raise a TON of money for our partners. The obvious choice is "Hail, Hail" by Pearl Jam. That's too easy. So I've been searching high and low for something unique. Something to stop the crowd that let's them know it's about to go down! I've also considered needing a suit and/or outfit to stand above the crowd that lets donors know I mean business and I'm there to raise money. Something that screams AUCTIONEER! After months and months of searching.... I found BOTH in ONE video.....🤣 How do you think I did? Vote yes or no on both and PLEASE tell me what your "walk-out" song would be in the comments! Hail Hail Auctions - "Rockin' Your Fundraising Goals!" We are filling FAST for fall 2024 and already partnering for 2025. Reach out and let's discuss your organization and how it is making our world a better place! Hail Hail! #auctioneer #charity #hailhail #nonprofit

Are you doing a Star Wars theme night for your team? If you aren't you should. Lucasfilm - the company behind Star Wars - offers licensing for these events for FREEEEEEEEEE. The catch? You need to have a charitable component to your event. When I did our first Star Wars night at Seton Hall, we donated a portion ticket revenue to the Australian Bush Fires a few years ago. Lucasfilm will work with you to help get the local Star Wars fan groups to come to the event, authentic outfits and all, to entertain the fans, take photos, etc. The groups have always been awesome, accommodating, great with fans and value the charitable component. These people have a servant's heart and love to help make a difference. Even as an adult, I geeked out over the authentic R2D2 and Darth Vader. All you need to do is give them spaces to change, take breaks and provide then with a meal. It also allows for tremendous creativity from your staff and graphics team to have fun with the Star Wars theme. Check out this awesome static ad our partners at the Bridgeport Islanders made. And YES, you did read that right, THERE IS A LIGHT SABER GIVE AWAY! Get more fans (especially NEW fans), do some good and get to be in the presence for some truly ICONIC characters? I'll take that every day. #starwars #sportsbiz #themenights #marketing

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Get ready to step onto the field of positivity and teamwork, because we're putting the spotlight on RallyCap Sports for our upcoming Days of Giving Celebration! 🤝 From Monday, Sept. 18th to Friday, Sept. 22nd, 2023, we're teaming up with remarkable organizations like Rally Cap Sports to make a real difference in our community. 🌟 About RallyCap Sports RallyCap Sports believes that people with special needs should be able to play sports, just like everyone else. They provide recreational sports specifically designed for children and young adults with special needs that inspire unity, growth, and lasting friendships among all participants. 🤼♂️🏀 🔗 Dive into the incredible work they do: rallycapsports.org Here's how you can make a play for positive change: 1️⃣ Gather Your Spare Change: Hunt down those loose coins – every cent counts! 2️⃣ Visit Us: Pop by any Manasquan Bank branch location. 3️⃣ Turn Coins to Cash: Transform your spare change into something impactful. 4️⃣ We Contribute: We'll calculate 15% of your transaction and make a donation to RallyCap Sports. 5️⃣ You Keep Your Coins: And that's not all! You get to keep the full value of your coin redemption. Let's join hands and be champions of inclusion and teamwork, uplifting lives through the magic of sports. Not part of the Manasquan Bank family? No problem! We're waving the 15% redemption fee for non-clients, so everyone can be part of this incredible movement. Ready to be a game-changer? Discover more and get involved: https://bit.ly/3YE9Udu Let's huddle up and make a difference together. 🌈🤗 #DaysOfGiving #RallyCapSports #PlayForGood

Dragons, Humility, and Service Today is St. George’s Day. The patron saint of, among others, England, my country of birth and where I spent my first 27 years. I don’t know much about St George; it seems not many do. But I was a fan of the dragon story growing up. What kid doesn’t love dragons. It also brings back memories of marching in the St. George’s Day parade as a cub and a scout. And one particularly freezing spring day when I was tasked with carrying the flag. My almost blue hands had to be prised from the flag pole with a crowbar by the time we reached the church. But the main reason why the 23rd of April is of significance to me, is that today would have been my Grandad’s 114th birthday. He was an honourable man who lived by his true north values of humility and service. He was the most generous and contented soul I’ve ever known. I like to think he is up there watching over me, helping me fight off dragons and overcome other challenges I regularly encounter. Working in the tough arena of the charity sector, I see and meet so many amazing people providing vital service and hard mahi to their community, often without any payment or recognition, improving the quality of life for thousands, and bit-by-bit, making the world a better place for all. They don’t back down easily, rise to a challenge, and somehow make things work with very limited resources or support. Talk about humility. And resourcefulness. I feel privileged to be part of this sector. But many are struggling. Dragons (OK, wolves but I’m sticking with a theme here) are at the door. A door that may close for good. Then, who will pick up the slack? The Government? OK, so I was joking. But it’s not funny. The proposed centralised Social Investment plan 2.0 worries me. There are already so many gaps in ‘the system’. Health, education, housing, environment, cultural collaboration…..the list goes on. Gaps that are often filled by charitable organisations. Who know and are trusted by their communities, understand what they need, what works and what doesn’t. To me, that is how it should be. The Government can’t do everything. We need to create a sustainable model where Government, corporates, and NGOs work together to solve societal issues. SI 2.0 touches on this but individual-level data alone does not a big picture solution make. Maybe sense will prevail, and eyes will open wider in time. Hey, I’m an ever-hopeful optimist. So, get in touch today. Let’s keep those doors wide open and work together on slaying those dragons. I provide 3, 6, or 12-month change and impact solutions. I help you to help others. #DrivingChange #Together #dragonslaying #StGeorge #NGO #visionary #charityleadership #mentoring #marketing #reimagination #helpingyoutohelp

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[Pictured] The moment Jon realized he was not going to be a pro athlete... The value of coaching and a $1,151 giveaway 👇 I was hopping with excitement to be #8 on the Zeeland Coach Pitch Baseball team because I was 8 years old. Coach Pitch Baseball is where 7 and 8 year athletes can advance in their baseball or softball skillset. It offers an environment where the athelete receives gentle pitches from their coach rather than an opposing player. This model allows them to gain the basis for more advanced competition. Giving a young athlete the opportunity to hit the ball in a game scenario (or strike out in a game scenario) is crucial for the next steps in their development. ⚾️ 🧢 The coach watches each player, gives them pointers for their next at-bat, and participates in the game along with them to an appropriate degree. 🔒 Funding your mission seems like an advanced competition. Should you try AI-enabled copywriting? How's the CTR on your email automations? Is your lapsing supporter segment being re-engaged? What about the talent pipeline? My partner Evan Cox and I have been in your chair. We started Strategicfundraisingplan[dot]com because organizations kicking off their individual supporter engagement plans are overwhelmed with the options. 👀 👀 Clients of ours have: raised their TWO largest ever donations, paid off their investment our Custom Strategic Fundraising Plan package within 3 days of launch through securing a multi-year commitment, and doubled the number of their year end gifts with conducting an effective matching campaign. In the theme of athletic endeavor, we are giving away free coaching and copies of our Strategic Fundraising Plan template to the organizations who place first and second in our March Madness Bracket challenge! (If you're like me and don't have a CLUE about march madness brackets, we're also giving a $100 donation to the organization that has the last place bracket.) Here's the link to fill out the bracket! https://lnkd.in/euqe22K6

IT’S TIME TO HUSTLE FOR HOPE! Registration is now open for the 2023 Hustle for Hope 5K. Grab some friends and family, pick a time and place, or attend one of our in-person events to share support, awareness, and advocacy for children and families impacted by HIE. Registration Link: Tinyurl.com/HustleforHope Our 5K is YOUR way! ➡️ Run, walk, or roll at your pace and convenience or at a more structured time. The race can be completed anytime from April 1st through May 31st. ➡️ Consider our additional virtual events on the Peloton Tread and Bike. ➡️ We encourage our families and community, NICUs, PICUs, and other partners to show your support for the global HIE community, and we are here to help make it successful. IN-PERSON EVENTS: ➡️ Look to see if one of our in-person events is taking place in a city or state near you! Thanks to our Hustle Hosts, this is a great opportunity to meet and build connections with other community members. REGISTRATION COST: ➡️ Register anytime between February 15th and April 15th, but take advantage of early registration fees. 📌 Early registration cost [February 15th - March 15th]: $25 📌 Registration cost [March 16th - April 15th]: $30 RACE PACKETS: ➡️ Each registrant will receive a finisher medal, race bib, and additional swag. Consider adding a Hustle for Hope 5K race shirt at sign-up for an additional $20. ➡️ The earlier you register, the sooner you will receive your race packet: 📌 Register by March 15th, and your race packet will be mailed by April 1st. 📌 Register between March 16th and April 15th, and your race packet will be mailed as quickly as possible! 📌 Please note that race materials are not guaranteed for registrations that take place in the same week as the scheduled event. Look out for future posts that will guide you on creating teams, fundraising, and making donations!

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