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ou and your team are busy making a difference and working very hard. You desire to be more impactful, but there are so many demands. By enrolling as a member of the Impact Institute, you will be joining with hundreds of organizations that are dramatically improving their fundraising results, increasing board engagement, growing their leadership ability and preparing for the future through one-of-a-kind opportunities like Giving Hearts Day. In these pages you will find an overview of the path for greater impact. It starts with membership, moves into engaging in the community, and is followed by expanding results and enjoying additional resources and opportunities. Turn the pages to uncover the benefits which will unlock an even greater amount of potential for your organization to serve your mission. CONTACT INFO:
Veronica Michael Director of Engagement 701.356.2668
Our ten year relationship with the Impact Institute has allowed us to realize much more than we would ever have alone. They also helped us believe in ourselves. They have given us the tools to be extraordinarily successful fundraisers by utilizing their training, technology, staff, and support on Giving Hearts Day and all year-round. Thank you, Impact Institute. -Jill, St. Gerard’s Community of Care
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Enroll as an Impact Institute Member for Greater Impact in May With no money, there is no mission. The formula is simple: Raise More to Impact More. Your membership includes a wide range of benefits, but is presently focused on fundraising, especially through Giving Hearts Day - one of the most effective giving days in the country. In 2017, 360 Institute members raised a collective $10.7 million from over 21,000 individual donors within 24 hours. Participating organizations gained an average of 20% new donors. By becoming a member, you will be taking the first step in a transformational experience that
will lead to profound results for the people you serve. Your Impact Institute membership is for 12 months beginning and ending in May. Don’t pass up the opportunity to wildly transform your organization. Enroll today, for your mission, for you, for your team and for your board. Turn the page to discover 12 extraordinary benefits you receive as a member to create more impact for those you serve.
Trainings from the Impact Institute have been great, because I didn’t know what I didn’t know. Impact’s sessions helped me see that we weren’t spending enough time looking forward to our next ten years. Now, we think more boldly, tell our story, and have a vision for our future. -Gerri, Jail Chaplains
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Be Empowered 1. Fundraising Assessment and Customized Report in June - July An all-access pass to the Impact FundingLogic fundraising assessment and customized report Be empowered to confidently and clearly communicate your organization’s fundraising performance to your board and your team so that, together, you can unleash even more potential and dramatically impact those you serve. As a member of the Impact Institute, you will receive access to the Impact FundingLogic fundraising assessment and customized report valued at $350. This unique, 100+ question assessment will take approximately 45 minutes to finish and upon completion, you will receive confidential and personalized results within 24 hours by email.
Move the Needle 2. Participation in a Peer Connecting Rev-Up Group June - September A pass for you and one team member to participate in a Rev-Up Group Prepare to move the needle forward on your fundraising with a Rev-Up Group. After completion of your Impact FundingLogic Assessment you will receive a link through which you and one other team member can join a Rev-Up group, valued at over $150 per person. This is your opportunity to connect with peers to share ideas, learn from others going through the same successes and challenges as you, gain a greater understanding of your customized report, your member benefits, and Giving Hearts Day. You won’t want to pass up this enriching opportunity to gain a great understanding of your membership and learn from others’ fundraising experiences.
Informative and Insightful 3. An Exclusive Copy of the Impact Insights Annual Fundraising Report in October A printed copy of the Impact Institute’s annual report on the state of nonprofit management and fundraising This informative and insightful report illuminates the most important regional demographics and trends in fundraising and nonprofit management. It is valued at over $40 and will include highlights of the best practices currently being executed by exemplary high-performing organizations. Your membership includes one printed copy that will be mailed to you in October.
Impact Institute teachings have allowed us to create a positive and consistent message to our community, raise more money, and serve our community even better. - Kent, RiverView Foundation
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Raise More to Impact More 4. All New FundingLogic Fundraising Trainings Admission for two team members and unlimited board members to attend FundingLogic Fundraising training Raise More to Impact More. The all new FundingLogic fundraising training experience will provide you with a groundbreaking framework and a hands-on experience that will give you the confidence and clarity to dramatically improve your fundraising operations. Your membership includes admission that is valued at $135 per person for two team members and all board members to attend this revolutionary in-person Impact training experience.
One of the Most Effective Giving Days in the Country 5. Turn-key Access to Giving Hearts Day A one-of-a-kind opportunity for you and your team to take part in a transformational fundraising experience Join one of the most effective fundraising giving days in the country, Giving Hearts Day - the region’s most generous day of giving. Your membership provides you with the only opportunity for turn-key access to this extraordinary event, which has raised over $41 million since 2008 to propel forward the missions of Institute Members. This event, for many, has nearly priceless value, with returns far exceeding those of traditional fundraisers, such as galas and direct mail. This opportunity is only for members, so don’t miss out on your chance to be part of this landmark fundraising extravaganza.
Unleash Your Potential to Raise More
6. Admission to Giving Hearts Day Trainings in October and November
Admission for two team members to attend Giving Hearts Day trainings and unlimited access to webinars Training to unleash your potential to raise more on Giving Hearts Day. Your turn-key access starts with Giving Hearts Day training and your membership includes admission for your team and board members to attend. At these events you will receive a world-class introduction to creating effective fundraising campaigns. You will gain specific and detailed information regarding the actual preparation, time frame and delivery of a successful Giving Hearts Day fundraising campaign, and it will encompass nearly all aspects of fundraising.
Unlimited Access Additionally, your membership will provide you with unlimited access to Giving Hearts Day training webinars. These sessions will show you how to execute on your Giving Hearts Day fundraising campaign templates in real time, step by step. You will also receive insider tips, enjoy interviews with experienced Giving Hearts Day charities and hear from topical experts who will help you reach beyond your fundraising limits. These sessions are 30-60 minutes, held weekly from November - February on each Friday, and are recorded for viewing anytime, so you won’t have to worry if you miss the live broadcasts.
Experienced and Expert Guides 7. Access to Giving Hearts Day Coaching Service in November - February Access to the Impact Institute’s expert coaching services for Giving Hearts Day fundraising success Receive an experienced and expert guide to ensure you are on the right path to greater success. Your membership provides you with the exclusive opportunity to take part in personalized coaching - a benefit sure to move the needle forward on your fundraising goals. Sessions are 45 minutes in length and offered at least two days a week from November - February. Sessions are valued at $390 each. You will be able to book one session per month in person or by phone, if you so choose.
Celebrate and be Inspired by Others 8. Admission to the Giving Hearts Day Celebration in April Admission for three team members to attend the Giving Hearts Day celebration Celebrate and be inspired by others. Your turn-key access is capstoned with the Giving Hearts Day celebration. Each year after Giving Hearts Day, your fellow members, the Impact, Dakota Medical, and Alex Stern Family Foundation teams, and the broader community of givers want to celebrate your achievements. As a member, you will be given admission for you and two guests to attend the annual celebration held in both Bismarck and Fargo in April. This celebration event of the year is part of your member benefits and is something you won’t want to miss.
I wish there was a way to put it all in words, I am so grateful. Personally, it has been from the beginning that Impact Institute has walked with me along the way - with all sorts of opportunities to enhance my skills as an executive director. - Anna, Red River Children’s Advocacy Center
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Breakthrough Trainings 9. Access to High Impact Training Events Access to the Impact Institute’s numerous in-person and online High Impact trainings As an Impact Institute member you will receive email invitations throughout the year to a wide range of training events on a variety of topics including Giving Hearts Day special bonus sessions. You may also be invited to participate in a pilot program to test and adjust new trainings and resource offerings. The Impact Institute has a rich heritage of training collaborations, piloting new concepts, and hosting inspiring events, and your membership opens up access to these ongoing and transformative experiences.
Resources to Unleash Potential 10. Access to Latest High Impact Resources Access to the Impact Institute’s latest collection of resources such as toolkits, templates and case studies Your membership also comes with access to the ever-growing number of insightful and impactful resources being created by the Impact Institute on important and extremely relevant topics. Throughout the year you will periodically receive emails with resources such as toolkits, templates, interviews with noteworthy individuals, case studies of best practices, and samples to assist you and your team in making a greater Impact.
Online Giving Year-Round 11. Online Giving for Giving Hearts Day and All Year-Round Online giving year-round for your organization The powerful and reliable source for Giving Hearts Day donations is available to you all year-round! Included with your membership is a profile page on ImpactGiveBack.org, the region’s largest source for online giving. Your donors can give to your mission year-round at the same deeply reduced cost per transaction of 2.9% plus $0.30 per cart that they also enjoy on Giving Hearts Day. Additionally, your giving page can be linked to your social media accounts, and you’ll receive a “donate” button to place on your website to direct donors to give donations at any time.
Online Volunteer Listings 12. Volunteer Listings on ImpactGiveBack.org Online volunteer listings for your organization Your membership also comes with the ability to post volunteer opportunities year-round to recruit the talent you need to move your mission forward. As part of your profile page on ImpactGiveBack.org, you will have the ability to list and track volunteer opportunities. This is the perfect solution for marketing on social media and connecting interested people with your organization.
The Impact Institute’s Membership Benefits at a Glance 1. Fundraising Assessment and Customized Report:
4. All New FundingLogic Fundraising Trainings:
An all-access pass to the Impact FundingLogic fundraising assessment and customized report
Admission for two team members and unlimited board members to attend a FundingLogic Fundraising training
2. Participation in Peer Connecting Rev-Up Group: A pass for you and one team member to participate in a Rev-Up Group
3. An Exclusive Copy of the Impact Insights Annual Fundraising Report: A printed copy of the Impact Institute’s annual report on the state of nonprofit management and fundraising
5. Turn-key Access to Giving Hearts Day: A one-of-a-kind opportunity for you and your team to take part in a transformational fundraising experience
6. Admission to Giving Hearts Day Trainings: Admission for two team members to attend Giving Hearts Day trainings and unlimited access to webinars
7. Access Giving Hearts Day Coaching Service:
10. High Impact Resources:
Access to the Impact Institute’s expert coaching services for Giving Hearts Day fundraising success
latest collection of resources such
8. Admission to the Giving Hearts Day Celebration:
11. Online Giving on ImpactGiveBack.org:
Admission for three team members to attend the Giving Hearts Day celebration
Online giving year-round for your
9. Access to High Impact Training Events:
12. Volunteer Listings on ImpactGiveBack.org:
Access to the Impact Institute’s numerous in-person and online High Impact Trainings
Post volunteer opportunities year-
Access to the Impact Institute’s as toolkits, templates and case studies
organization at the region’s largest source for online contributions
round to recruit the talent you need to move your mission forward
Don’t pass up the opportunity to wildly transform your organization. Become a member, for your mission, for you, for your team, and for your board. Contact Us Today: Veronica Michael Director of Engagement 701.356.2668 veronicamichael@impactfdn.org Impact Foundation | 4141 28th Avenue South Fargo, ND 58104
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