Challenge Angels’ Arms was looking for a supplier to provide their 1000+ t-shirts for one of their largest fundraisers – the Soulard Bar Bounce. They needed to be sorted by shirt color and team and delivered 3 days before the event, all while staying under budget. Solution Lipic’s designed the artwork, coordinated with the committee for shirt colors and sizes,… Read more →
Category: Non-Profit Engagement
5 Tips for Non-Profits to Engage Online
It can sometimes be a big challenge dealing with social media when there are more important things to deal with concerning your non-profit. Raising money, thanking donors and keeping the wheels on the bus can take up quite a bit of your day. However, fostering an online relationship is becoming just as important as face-to-face relationships. Especially with the shift… Read more →
Why is Engagement Different for Non-Profit Organizations?
This question actually comes up quite a bit. The quick and easy answer? Because for-profit and non-profit organizations are different. For-profit organizations often need to engage their employees and clients around their products, whereas non-profits have employees, clients, volunteers and donors that are typically very passionate about their goal. So what is so hard about this? If they are already… Read more →
Adjusting Traditional Strategies for Non-Profits
In a tough economy and massive shift in demographics, non-profits need to adjust their traditional approaches. In a recent study by Achieve and Johnson Grossnickle and Associates, they surveyed 2,200 people between the ages of 20 and 40 across the U.S. asking about their giving habits and engagement preferences. Asking the key questions on how they want to be asked,… Read more →
Shape Your Non-Profit Strategy
Asking people to donate money is never easy. Especially when those donors are young and just making their way into the world. But, non-profit organizations depend on donations from every generation to function and fund their cause. So, if you’re struggling to engage your younger donors, here are some steps to get you one step closer to your goals. 1.… Read more →
WUSTL Brown School MLK Awards
Challenge The Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis™ remembers Martin Luther King, Jr. each year with a celebration. They wanted a way to honor the speakers that present at the event. Solution Lipic’s provided elegant artwork etched into beautiful crystal awards. Results The awards are always warmly welcomed by the recipients. Read more →
Engaging your Millennial Donors
We found that a recent study by non-profit technology provider, Convio, titled The Next Generation of American Giving, cites that the majority of fundraising targets older donors, but this segment of the population is quickly shrinking. It’s key to start thinking about attracting a new generation of donors. But, how do you do that? 1. First, hop on the social… Read more →
Tips for Recognizing Volunteers
We love volunteers. Most events would never even come together without a talented set of dedicated volunteers. But, just like talented employees, volunteers can get burnt out and feel under-appreciated if not effectively recognized. The people at the HandsOn Network came up with 6 great ways to keep volunteers coming back day after day, year after year. 1. First, be… Read more →
Cardinal Glennon Ambassadors Recognition
Challenge Cardinal Glennon wanted a way to recognize and thank their Glennon Ambassadors, a powerful network of impactful, dynamic, cohesive families who support patients, participate in fundraisers and understand the mission of the hospital, among other great attributes. Solution Lipic’s produced a flame award, reminiscent of the candle logo, along with stickers and lapel pins for all of the ambassadors.… Read more →
Pledge Drive Appreciation Gifts
Client: Non-Profit Organization specializing in Neighborhood Beautification Challenge: Provide an eco-friendly thank you gift for pledge drive that would generate interest in project. Solution: The 10oz travel cup with green silicone lid was selected for its reusable, budget and eco-friendly features. Result: The pledge drove in a 19% increase in the number of pledges with a 21% increase in total… Read more →