Huge thanks to those who attended this morning’s Philanthropic Landscape at COCA! As always, it was great to see so many nonprofit people in one place!
In case you missed it, here are the morning headlines:
Giving increases but fails to keep pace with inflation
Marketing QCDs shown to boost fundraising
Younger donors want to be part of something bigger than themselves, according to Give.org’s Donor Trust Report
Almost 60% of local nonprofits reported reaching their 2023 fundraising goals
The future of fundraising? Connection, Connection, Connection!
Special thanks to Nathan Chappell who gave us all a lot to think about related to AI and fundraising. Keep an eye out for some AI resources, event photos, and a way to purchase Nathan’s book, The Generosity Crisis: The Case for Radical Connection to Solve Humanity’s Greatest Challenges, at this link.
Also, if you were able to attend the event, please take a few moments to fill out our Post-Event Survey so we can continue to improve your future Landscape experiences.
Thanks, and have a great Labor Day weekend!
Dayna M. Stock, Ph.D.
CEO, The Rome Group
Nominations Now Open for AFP's 2024 Distinguished Fellows
AFP's Distinguished Fellows Program recognizes individuals who have made significant leadership contributions to philanthropy and the fundraising profession, and who continue to advance ethical and effective fundraising through their volunteer and advisory work. The designation represents the pinnacle of service to AFP and the profession, and to the tenets of giving, volunteerism, and philanthropy. They are now accepting nominations for the 2024 class of Distinguished Fellows to be recognized at ICON 2024. The deadline for submission of completed nominations is October 1, 2024. Click here for more information.
Catchafire Capacity Building Platform
Nonprofits are encouraged to sign up for Catchafire, a FREE online capacity-building platform that will connect your organization with skilled volunteers. Get help with website design, communications, fundraising, accounting, executive coaching, and more. Local nonprofits have received more than $2 million in capacity-building services at no cost. Catchafire is made possible by a partnership between the St. Louis Community Foundation and Missouri Foundation for Health. Click here to learn more.
United Way of Greater St. Louis Launches 2025 Targeted Funding Cycle
United Way of Greater St. Louis is making $400,000 available through its Targeted Funding pool. This initiative, known as United For Safer Communities is a commitment to creating safer, healthier communities for everyone. Nonprofits focused in these areas are encouraged to apply. Click here to learn more about the 2025 Targeted Funding Cycle and upcoming important dates
FOCUS St. Louis BoardBridge Applications Open!
Increasing the diversity of our St. Louis nonprofit boards is essential if we are to be a more inclusive region. Now in its second year, BoardBridge is an initiative of FOCUS St. Louis designed to help connect nonprofit boards and diverse candidates through a matching process. Applications are now being accepted from both nonprofits and candidates through Sept. 20, 2024. Space is limited, and applications may close earlier if capacity is reached. Click here to learn more and apply.
REGISTER - Pitch Partners: Cancer Research
Join the Center for Community Health Partnership & Research for Pitch Partners, a pitch-style event focused on cancer research, co-sponsored by Siteman Cancer Center. Researchers and community members will present their project ideas in five-minute pitches, followed by a Q&A session. The event also includes networking and feedback opportunities, with presenting teams potentially invited to apply for a $10,000 award. Apply to pitch at this link, the deadline is Sept. 5, 2024, or register to attend the event at the link below.
REGISTER - Grant Multiverse Regional Conference by Grant Professionals Association (GPA) St. Louis Regional Chapter
Join the St. Louis GPA Chapter in St. Charles, MO for an in-person conference on grants. The event will take place on September 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from 14 expert speakers and panelists, network with grant professionals, and work towards building a brighter future for their organizations. This event will feature content suitable for grant professionals of all skill levels, as well as staff writers and consultants.
Be sure to hit up TRG consultants, Mary Pat and Sarah’s session: “More than a Grant Writer: How Grant Writers Can Position Themselves as Thought Partners and Add Value to Organizations.”
The Nonprofit Marketer's Network of STL has announced their annual Spectrum Marketing Conference will be held on October 18 at Webster University. Spectrum is the premier location for professional development for nonprofit marketers and communicators. This day-long event is filled with best practices and cutting-edge ideas from leading minds and voices in the nonprofit marketing sector. Click here to register and view for more information.
REGISTER - AFP LEAD 2024 Conference
The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) has announced the dates for their annual LEAD conference. LEAD 2024 will take place in St. Louis, MO on October 16-18. AFP reports they are currently accepting proposals for education sessions. Click here to register and view the detailed event schedule.
Nonprofit Job Openings
See the latest opportunities to serve your community.
Congratulations to the following individuals who are starting new roles in the St. Louis nonprofit community.
Uniya Arnold, Field Assistant, Greater St. Louis Area Council Scouting
Karin Bentele, Development Director, Eye Thrive
Tracy Bono, Major Gifts Officer, Greater St. Louis Area Council Scouting
Beth Casagrand, Leadership Program Manager, FOCUS St. Louis
Mara Perry, Senior Project Manager for Planning, Great Rivers Greenway
Brian Stith, Senior Project Manager, Great Rivers Greenway
Do you have news about a job opening, new hire, promotion, or other happenings? If so, send us your news and we’ll consider including it in our next issue of Insights.
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