Selfish Giving

JULY 18, 2017

The struggles of big box retailers and how that will impact fundraising. Will beacon technology ever play a major role in retail checkout charity. How CMN keeps its checkout charity programs fresh and raising lots and lots of money. The future of checkout charity and fundraising for CMN. New technology and messaging CMN is testing.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

ShoppingGives released data from its 2023 State of Social Impact Report. The report features analysis of 500 eCommerce and direct-to-consumer brands on the state of impact in 2023 in addition to outside research.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

million square feet of retail, community, and educational space, and help tens of thousands of people find employment and improve their finances, according to data from the organization. LISC leaders will determine the specifics of how the new funding will be used in the coming weeks.

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Selfish Giving

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

25 hot retailers ?? is a win that brings you closer to a new partnership! What would you suggest to a new corporate fundraiser?? Hit reply and let me know and I can share your advice in an upcoming issue. ?? Partnership Notes 1. to add to your prospect list. For Momentum has published a nice round-up of four back-to-school campaigns.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Grants of up to $10,000 to eligible ag retailers and cooperatives to support neighborhood projects. Matching Grant categories include: Economic Development and Business Assistance; Economic Development Fund; Disaster and Emergency Assistance; and Community Sponsorships. Neighborhood Projects and Agricultural Leader ship!

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HSF House

APRIL 22, 2024

“Retail therapy” exemplifies the global overconsumption problem, as illustrated by Charles Eisenstein’s notion of an economy that transforms beauty into mere currency. Rooted in the American consumer culture, my project scrutinizes the intertwined notions of pleasure and happiness.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 30, 2025

Target and the Target Foundation have made big gifts to groups working on Black economic empowerment and LGBTQ+ acceptance. By James Pollard, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) David Zalubowski, AP Target and the Target Foundation have made made big gifts to groups working on Black economic empowerment and LGBTQ+ acceptance.

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GrantNews

AUGUST 15, 2024

Consumers and large retailers increasingly recognize the importance of supporting minority women-owned businesses. Initiatives like the 15% Pledge , which encourages major retailers to dedicate 15% of their shelf space to Black-owned businesses, are gaining traction. Forbes ) However, the future is shiny!

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DoJiggy

MARCH 20, 2025

Pop-up store fundraising is a powerful way to raise money by setting up a temporary online store or retail space. A pop-up store is a temporary online or retail space that allows you to sell products for a limited time. These campaigns create buzz, attract crowds, and turn shopping into support for your cause.

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Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 19, 2017

"How can a retailer flourish in such a daunting environment? Source: Wall Street Journal I often think that smaller, less well known nonprofits can identify with retailers that are battling Amazon. Source: Wall Street Journal I often think that smaller, less well known nonprofits can identify with retailers that are battling Amazon.

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Pamela Grow

JULY 24, 2024

Handle all negotiations with retailers on your nonprofit’s behalf. Provide relatively high commission rates (up to 10% depending on the retailer). Look for a program that will: Walk you through the onboarding process and answer questions along the way. Set up a dashboard where you can view real-time fundraising data.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 31, 2023

The largest point-of-sale fundraising efforts by American retailers collected $749 million in consumer donations in 2022, a 24% increase from 2020, according to the biennial "Charity Checkout Champions" study released by Engage for Good.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

ShoppingGives a social impact commerce platform, announced the National Cancer Prevention Month Coalition of retail brands supporting the American Cancer Society (ACS).

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Selfish Giving

MARCH 21, 2018

Whether the storied retailer was murdered Caesar-like on the Ides of March by Amazon, Target and Walmart , or was a victim of gross mismanagement , was hotly debated on the Internet last week. But one thing is for sure: causes will lose millions when Toys "R" Us disappears from malls and retail parks this spring. Top Stories 1.

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Costco is widely known in retailing for its better-than-decent pay and benefits. An insider, who started as a teenage forklift operator. Employee retention is crucial for the long-term stability and success of any organization. Including your nonprofit. Then you come to customer service.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

The winner with the most votes will win a 16GB iPad with WiFi ($629 retail value) along with one year of Zoomerang’s Premium Online Survey Service ($500 value) to the winner. And thanks to Zoomerang Online Surveys & Polls , we’re excited to add a special Audience Choice Award this year! read more.

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Selfish Giving

APRIL 21, 2021

Sure, things here in the states are wound tighter than a cocoon, but nothing like in the UK where two retailers are egging each other over competing caterpillar cakes.???? Thankfully, the emerging winners are the retailers' beautiful charity partners. Bartenders’ Guild , which helps struggling bar and restaurant workers.

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Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 24, 2013

Heather explains how the retailer raises millions of dollars in just several weeks of operation at 1,000+ pop-up stores by focusing on customer fundraisers, vendor participation and employee volunteering. This is a great episode about a retailer whose cause marketing is focused, successful and spirited! Tune in now!

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Selfish Giving

APRIL 25, 2018

This week on CauseTalk Radio , Megan and I talk to Pam Avesian , vice president at women's retailer Chico’s FAS , about their involvement in Habitat for Humanity's Home is the Key cause marketing initiative that's now in its second year. But you should know: the way these retailers will raise money for your nonprofit is changing.

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Selfish Giving

MARCH 13, 2018

Today on CauseTalk Radio , Megan and I talk to Marty Posch , President, Finish Line Youth Foundation , which is the nonprofit arm of athletic apparel and shoe retailer Finish Line about their work with Special Olympics. This includes a very successful checkout charity program that raised $825,000 over the holidays.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 10, 2024

All these insights should inform fundraising strategies that leverage Gen Z’s preferred giving channels, which include retail checkout donations and cause-related retail purchases that fit in with the flow of their daily lives. “Don’t disregard snail mail, even with your ‘very online’ youngest donors,” the authors wrote.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Schools, city governments, retailers, corporations, individuals, and big and small nonprofits have been participating in GivingTuesday by the thousands, and many of them are working together to raise funds for those 24 hours and beyond.

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Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 22, 2010

Retail is retail. So many retailers dismiss cause marketing because they think their clients are too upscale or it won’t mix well with their brand. Retail is retail. I’d love to hear from someone else that has more experience working with upscale retailers on cause marketing programs.

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Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 18, 2011

Finally, the sporting goods retailer is teaming up with several professional NFL players to promote “The Power of Pink” via public relations and social media. This is certainly an area for improvement for most brick and click retailers.]. Program: Kroger Giving Hope a Hand.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 14, 2024

By Craig Kennedy Illustration by The Chronicle; The Wyss Foundation Swiss billionaire Hansjörg Wyss and possibly other wealthy individuals from abroad donate to nonprofits that then move the money from 501(c)(3) organizations to 501(c)(4)s and political action groups that have more flexibility to engage in retail politics.

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Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 7, 2010

After all, this is one cause marketing program that doesn’t have built-in retail foot traffic. All eight retailers are actively promoting the campaign. Give5Get15.com com is a great idea, but how does The Ellie Fund plan to attract donors to the site? Julie has a plan. All 6FCM grads do!

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Selfish Giving

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

iBeacon is “micro-location” because it’s designed to work in a physical location (like a store) with your phone – specifically your retail apps. I think the most interesting feature of iOS 7 is iBeacon.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

With the help of generous donors, youve secured funding, rented retail space, and sourced inventory. About the Author Kyle Payton is the general manager of ThriftCart, an all-in-one point-of-sale product assisting nonprofits and small businesses in navigating the complexities of retail. Imagine youre opening a nonprofit thrift store.

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Selfish Giving

JANUARY 7, 2018

Manufacturers are competing for shelf space and need to offer fresh product lines to their existing retail accounts. But what about retailers? In today’s landscape, many retailers are vying for the attention of the Millennial consumer while looking for opportunities to drive new customers into stores. Some items (e.g.

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Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 20, 2013

A Cleveland newspaper asked the question: ”Is the food drive proof the retailer pays so little that many employees can’t afford Thanksgiving dinner?” NPR reported on Monday that an Ohio Walmart was doing something wonderful: hosting a Thanksgiving food drive for needy families. … Keep reading.

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Selfish Giving

MAY 17, 2016

Today on CauseTalk Radio , Megan and I talk to Ryder Kessler , CEO of DipJar , a donation box for credit cards that is a major improvement on the traditional coin-fed canister. Supporters can "dip" to leave a one-step donation with any credit or debit card.

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Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 3, 2010

CheckPoints , a new iPhone application, allows you to check-in to retail locations and view advertised products. If you make a purchase, the manufacturer and/or retailer donates to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. You can then scan product barcodes for points and redeem them for rewards like gift cards and gadgets.

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Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 20, 2009

Some retailers see it as pestering the customer. To date, I also haven’t worked with retailers with the kind of customers that are more responsive to PCM programs. The same is true of pinups. The more you ask people to give a buck or two the more people will. I call this active cause marketing (ACM). Now I know better.

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Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Any of these retailers on your corporate partnerships pipeline? I like to use humorous multiple choice options to which someone can reply quickly and easily. Thanks, Dan! What are some of the ways YOU deal with prospects who won't respond? ?? Partnership Notes 1. Or any your current partners? Carol Cone (aka Mom ??)

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Selfish Giving

JANUARY 17, 2017

Show Notes Ep143: Call of Duty Endowment Enlists Gamers, Retailers for Mission to Help Vets Call of Duty Endowment Call of Duty Endowment on Twitter Dan Goldenberg on Twitter. Since gaming is such a growing industry, how can other nonprofits learn about the industry and possibly land their own partners.

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Just Write Grants

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

For example, a technology company may be interested in supporting STEM education programs, while a grocery retailer may focus on food security initiatives. Align Your Mission with the Companys Goals Companies are more likely to fund nonprofits whose missions align with their values and strategic objectives.

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Selfish Giving

JUNE 20, 2017

There's a Fortune to be Raised at the Bottom of the Pyramid The 73 companies in the Checkout Champions report are primarily retail and restaurant chains. The number of retailers in the United States is truly massive. In tiny Rhode Island alone there are nearly 13,000 retail establishments. Are you thinking, "Oh, no!

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