Keynote Address
Calling All Heroes
Ever wondered who the real hero is in the world of nonprofit fundraising? In this keynote, I take a deep dive into the contrasting perspectives of donor-centered fundraising and community-centered fundraising to find the answer.
Picture this: Sam, a brave toddler, is battling retinoblastoma, a rare eye cancer. His incredible journey becomes the backdrop for our exploration. But here's the twist – Sam's grandpa happens to be a fundraiser. He embarks on a quest to uncover the true hero in Sam's fight, one that's not just about saving his vision but his very life.
As we journey alongside Sam and his family, we examine the strengths, passions, and impacts of potential heroes. Yes, that includes the fundraisers who tirelessly raise money for cancer research and treatment and the causes they care about. What we discover is that it takes all of us. The problems we aim to tackle are just too massive for any single hero to. Cue the Justice League analogy – heroes are at their best when they unite their forces.
Key takeaways
Understanding Fundraising Perspectives: The keynote explores the contrasting views of donor-centered fundraising and community-centered fundraising, helping your attendees gain insight into the strengths and weaknesses of each approach.
The True Hero: Through the real-life story of Sam, a toddler diagnosed with eye cancer, the keynote prompts attendees to consider who the true hero is in nonprofit work. It challenges the conventional notion of heroism and looks beyond the surface.
Collective Action: By examining the strengths, passions, and impacts of various potential heroes, including fundraisers raising money for cancer research and treatment, the keynote underscores the idea that solving complex problems in the nonprofit sector often requires collective action. No single hero can address the magnitude of the challenges.
Inspiration from Collaboration: Drawing inspiration from the Justice League, the keynote emphasizes that heroes are at their most powerful when they collaborate and work together. This analogy encourages attendees to embrace collaboration in their nonprofit efforts.
Values Alignment: The keynote encourages your attendees to identify shared values between donor-centric and community-centric approaches, demonstrating that these values can serve as a source of inspiration and enrichment for their work.
Hybrid Approach: Attendees are encouraged to consider adopting a more collaborative and inclusive hybrid approach to constituent engagement, combining elements of both donor and community-centric strategies to create a more comprehensive and effective approach.
Cultural Transformation: Finally, the keynote highlights the importance of fostering a culture of respect, empathy, and collaboration within nonprofit organizations. It emphasizes that this culture should be built with, for, and by all stakeholders, ultimately strengthening the organization's mission.
These takeaways collectively challenge traditional perspectives on fundraising, promote collaboration, and encourage a more holistic and inclusive approach to nonprofit work.
Are you ready to unlock the secrets of nonprofit collaboration for your attendees and discover how working together can create a real impact? Book Tammy to deliver this keynote.