From time to time, we’ll receive a frantic call the morning of a corporate packing event asking where their supplies are. The food is on its way, and their employees are arriving shortly. But where are the supplies? Sometimes, it’s because the warehouse staff didn’t hand the shipment off to the event contact – other … Continue reading Tips for a Successful Corporate Packing Event
With the new year well underway, the enthusiasm for new beginnings and seasonal types of donation drives has generally waned. The need hasn’t. As the next quarter of the year edges closer, nonprofits and charities need to have a clear vision for the future and plan ahead, just like we do in our own lives. … Continue reading Spring Forward: Mark Your Calendars for In-Kind Campaigns (April-June)
Today, you’d be hard-pressed to find a single nonprofit service-based organization that hasn’t seen a rise in the demand for supplies or services over the past couple of years. The world is truly a different place. With diminished educational experiences, increased mental health concerns, and global food insecurity the past three years have changed our … Continue reading People over Products: Balancing Quantity with Quality as Demand Rises for Nonprofits
The year is off to a stormy start, at least here in the United States. The omicron surge looms over the entire country, and as cases rise, entire sectors of the economy are affected – client-facing organizations are juggling staffing shortages as positive cases keep employees home. In the background, the global supply chains have … Continue reading 2022 Outlook & Tips for Mitigating the Risks
A donation drive is an excellent way for charitable organizations to collect goods. It gives people in your area the chance to give back to the community and help people in need. Logistics is one of the biggest concerns when hosting a donation drive. But whether large or small, early planning can alleviate many of … Continue reading 5 Tips For A Successful Donation Drive
The stores are full of Halloween decorations and candy – but some of your donors are already knee deep into Christmas shopping. Today, we are interviewing one of our longtime donors in order to get a glimpse into their world during this magical time of the year, and learn how they plan for the holiday … Continue reading A Donor’s Perspective: How I Am Able To Sponsor More Families
With the holiday season fast approaching, families in need are starting to think about their wishlists, and donors are planning their budgets and gift giving strategies. When it comes to holiday gift giving, many organizations debate whether to provide gift cards or actual gifts. Many believe that gift cards are the way to go. After … Continue reading Gifts vs. Gift Cards: The Great Holiday Dilemma
Our local communities and friends are usually the first ones to engage when assistance is needed. But there are other people out there, near and far, who could help your drive or organization. We’ve seen time and time again that donors who are touched by a story will show acts of kindness to complete strangers, … Continue reading Expand Your Reach… Beyond Physical Boundaries
COVID-19 has changed how people work and interact with each other – from sales people being unable to hop on a plane to visit a customer to employees no longer meeting at the water cooler to build working relationships. Corporations have had to take a step back, look at the way they run their business, … Continue reading How To Maximize Corporate Engagement on In-Kind Programs
Every year has its fair share of curveballs, teaching us that it is always good to be prepared for unforeseen circumstances. This past year made it clear to that no matter what population is being served, it’s important to be prepared for the unexpected. Having fully stocked shelves and items ready-to-go allow you to serve … Continue reading Roonga’s Guide To Annual In-Kind Campaign Planning
