Few people know how nonprofits work. Dan does. Specializing in helping business owners and professionals create nonprofits that last, Dan has helped new nonprofits raise over $3 million, turned around several struggling organizations, and helped over 30 non-profit leaders create sustainable nonprofits. Key Takeaways: Dan emphasized that fundraising fears are often rooted in psychological barriers. By reframing asking for money as a partnership and understanding the donor's desire to create impact, nonprofit leaders can overcome their reluctance to fundraise. Instead of making small asks, nonprofits should quantify their actual economic and social impact. Dan shared an example of a youth entrepreneurship program that could demonstrate $40 million in economic impact, which justifies asking for larger investments. Donors want to be part of the solution and make a difference. Treat them as collaborators who wish they could be on the front lines. By creating genuine relationships and showing how donors can contribute to meaningful change, nonprofits can build more sustainable support. Dan passionately argued that nonprofits are uniquely positioned to solve society's most pressing problems. By raising standards, focusing on solutions, and communicating their value, nonprofits can attract people who are looking to be part of something meaningful. “You have no regrets about asking people for their time, and time is irreplaceable. Once people give you their time, they're not getting it back. Money is replaceable, they can get money back.” “Nonprofits are the vanguard for the greatest change in how we solve social issues and the greatest impact on the social issues we face today. The vast majority of the problems that we face today are problems nonprofits are positioned uniquely to solve.” “What matters more is picking the right donor to actually talk to and when you approach it as a partnership, you're not looking for that person to give you money, you're looking to see if that person is a good partner.” - Dan Johnson Reach out to Dan Johnson at: https://nextlevelnonprofits.us/ https://www.youtube.com/@nlnonprofits Ask for and receive all you want, need and deserve without feeling rejected, ineffective, or pushy. Learn to manage your mindset, lead yourself and others more effectively and have the meaningful conversations that drive your most important work. Get your free starter kit today at www.theinfluentialnonprofit.com Connect with Maryanne about her coaching programs: https://www.courageouscommunication.com/connect Book Maryanne to speak at your conference: https://www.courageouscommunication.com/nonprofit-keynote-speaker
Few people know how nonprofits work. Dan does. Specializing in helping business owners and professionals create nonprofits that last, Dan has helped new nonprofits raise over $3 million, turned around several struggling organizations, and helped over 30 non-profit leaders create sustainable nonprofits.
Key Takeaways:
“You have no regrets about asking people for their time, and time is irreplaceable. Once people give you their time, they're not getting it back. Money is replaceable, they can get money back.”
“Nonprofits are the vanguard for the greatest change in how we solve social issues and the greatest impact on the social issues we face today. The vast majority of the problems that we face today are problems nonprofits are positioned uniquely to solve.”
“What matters more is picking the right donor to actually talk to and when you approach it as a partnership, you're not looking for that person to give you money, you're looking to see if that person is a good partner.”
- Dan Johnson
Reach out to Dan Johnson at:
https://nextlevelnonprofits.us/
https://www.youtube.com/@nlnonprofits