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Madelyn Luther: Discursive Analysis of a Changing World

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As I grow older and begin to think about my career goals, the climate has been changing with me, fueling my passion for environmental justice and my desire to make positive change in the world. As a pre-law student, professionalism, dedication, and rhetorical acumen are very important to me and my career goals.

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America's Giving Challenge 2009

Tech Soup

The goal is to get as many unique daily donations as possible (minimum of $10), to your cause each day. The contest runs through November 6, 2009. The Giving Challenge is not focused on how much money you can raise, but on how successful you are at getting people to donate to your cause. Tools Web 2.0

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My 2009 blessings

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I’m pausing today to reflect on 2009 and I realize how blessed I’ve been this year. Hearing from former client and friend Daniel that they are still using what I taught them and raised more than twice their goal at their annual breakfast this year! Riding my horse in my first cattle roundup.

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Get SMART about fundraising goals

Get Fully Funded

As I kick off a series of posts on planning, I thought it would be good to talk first about goals. Setting goals for your fundraising plan is the obvious first step. Is your goal to “raise more money than last year” or “get more donors”? Do yourself a big favor and make your goals SMART. M=Measurable. A=Attainable.

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Bright Idea: Year-Round Giving Can Help You Reach Your Goal

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From that humble beginning, the program evolved into an after-school club and eventually became a nonprofit organization in 2009. Make sure your form incorporates recurring giving nudges in order to encourage these kinds of donations that can help you hit your income goals. What’s Next? Request a Demo.

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What is Cause Marketing?

Selfish Giving

In 2009, Komen received a million dollars! One of the goals of cause marketing, especially as I define it, is money for a cause. But it’s not the only goal and it’s certainly not given without strings attached, for both partners. One of my favorites is the New Balance/Komen partnership.

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15 learnings we’re sharing from 15 years of working with grant-seekers and funders

Strategic Grants

The ultimate performance goal is to have such strong relationships that your funders call you when they have funds left to distribute! “The ultimate performance goal is to have such strong relationships that your funders call you when they have funds left to distribute.”

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