7. Seven Core Beliefs to Transform Your Fundraising: Pt. 1 Everyone Matters
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Overview
They're back. Today, Jon and Becky do a deep dive into why every organization should be placing people front and center AND on an equal playing field. This supports We Are For Good's belief that Everyone Matters. Hear two stories of donors whose involvement in philanthropy inspired Jon and Becky enough to make this our first company core value.
“I would rather have a million people give me a dollar than one give me a million, that way you have a million people involved.”
Introducing the core beliefs that shape our philosophy for building philanthropic movements
Why it is important to build your programs such that every donor matters
Two impactful stories of philanthropy that led to this core belief
A challenge to look at your donor base with fresh eyes and mindset
Powerful Quotes:
“It is not just about delivering the mission. Why are you there? How can you help someone see the mission through your eyes?” -Becky
“We are not doing this just to solicit major gifts. We are doing this to create movements.” -Jon
“The beauty of philanthropy is that we can stir hearts and minds.” -Jon
“We have to pause and sit in these moments.” -Becky
“Whether you are the CEO or the housekeeper, you matter at exactly the same level.” -Becky
“A monument at my grave is not going to mean anything to me. These scholarships are our memorials.” -Lola Lehman, donor
“We want to feel empowered to press the pause button and stop and hear people’s stories.” -Jon
“We want you to look at your mission and look at your donor base with fresh eyes.” -Becky
Explore the We Are For Good Core Beliefs
This episode is 1 of 7 where we unpack our core beliefs that lead to revolutionizing your fundraising. Explore all the episodes and learn more about our car beliefs here: We are for Good’s Core Beliefs
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