Presenter: Grace Draper, Mightycause

Join St. Louis Community Foundation and Mightycause for a webinar about how to get started with registration and setup on the NEW Give STL Day platform. 

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Presenter: Emily Baumann, Communications Manager, St. Louis Community Foundation 

Are you or your organization new to Give STL Day, or have you taken a few years off? Are you unsure if participating in a giving day is right for your fundraising, development, or marketing strategy? This training is for you. Emily will give a high-level overview of what to expect on Give STL Day and how the event can benefit your organization. Then we will discuss just what participating can mean, such as how much time and effort you should expect to put in. You’ll leave feeling confident in your decision, whatever it may be. This session allows extra time for Q&A, so bring your questions! 

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Presenter: Angela Marino, Founder, Relevant Thread Consulting 

Unlock the potential to connect deeply with donors and supercharge your fundraising efforts. We'll dive into an engaging session tailored to reveal hidden opportunities through a guided brand audit. You'll gain valuable insights into your organization's strengths and areas for growth and leave equipped with practical strategies to elevate your marketing and fundraising efforts.

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Presenters: Jeff Brown and Dan Parris, Speak Up Studios 

The power you have in your smartphone to take high-quality photos and video content is mind-blowing, but what good is an incredible tool if you don't know how to wield it? With a professional photographer and videographer as your guide, in this session you will learn techniques to take your content creation to the next level. Create videos and photos that get more engagement and that your donors—and boss—will love! Every attendee will leave with a digital 15-page guide on DIY content creation.

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Presenters: Amie Bossi and Demetria Lightfoot, Gladiator Consulting 

Do you have a plan to cultivate your donors post Give STL Day? Amie and Rachel will unveil crucial strategies to convert fleeting contributors into steadfast advocates. Discover why this shift is imperative for your nonprofit's longevity and mission fulfillment. Gain insights on building lasting relationships that not only bolster financial support but also create a ripple effect of positive influence. Join us to understand the profound importance of turning one-time donors into lifelong supporters and ensuring your organization's enduring impact on the communities you serve.

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Presenters: Laurna Godwin and Cordell Whitlock, Vector Communications

Pitching your organization’s story to the media can feel overwhelming. In this training, you will learn some best practices from Laurna Godwin and Cordell Whitlock from Vector Communications, both former television news reporters and anchors. Together, they bring 40+ years of experience in broadcasting and communications in St. Louis. You’ll discover how a successful pitch can help you raise awareness for your organization in new and impactful ways. 

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Presenter: Tyler Manley, Head of Community Engagement, Catchafire

Did you know that your organization can use Catchafire to get connected with skilled volunteers that can help with graphic design, messaging, fundraising, accounting, and more? Use Catchafire to have your most successful Give STL Day yet! The Catchafire team will go over the basics of Catchafire, including how to navigate the website and post a project. Then, you’ll hear stories of how other nonprofits in our area have utilized Catchafire to support their fundraising. Catchafire is offered FREE to nonprofits through a partnership between the St. Louis Community Foundation and Missouri Foundation for Health. 

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Panelists: Bree Maniscalco, Executive Director, Cinema St. Louis; Alicia Delaney-Clayton, Assistant Director, Bilingual International Assistant Services; Leon Threat, Executive Director, Northside Youth and Senior Service Center
Facilitator: Emily Baumann, Communications Manager, St. Louis Community Foundation 

Join us for a panel discussion in which we will hear from organizations that have experienced Give STL Day success. Learn how they leverage their social media channels, work with local media, and develop creative, cohesive campaigns to raise more dollars and engage more donors on Give STL Day. Use what you learn to take your giving day plans to the next level.

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Presenters: Carlos Loya, Robly; Emily Baumann, Communications Manager, St. Louis Community Foundation 

You know that email is a great way for you to reach your donors, but are you using this powerful tool effectively? Emily will explain some of the ways that email can be a part of your fundraising campaign, allowing you to connect with donors on and beyond Give STL Day. Then, Carols will take us on a walkthrough of Robly, an email marketing platform recommended by the Community Foundation to all nonprofits. You’ll see how easy it is to create professional-level campaigns in Robly’s user-friendly interface.

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Presenter: Grace Draper, Mightycause

Join the St. Louis Community Foundation and Mightycause for an overview of the fundraising features available on the giving day platform—matching grants, offline gifts, peer-to-peer fundraisers, and more!

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Presenters: Marissa Cohen, Strategic Initiatives Senior Officer, St. Louis Community Foundation; Elizabeth George, MBA, MSW, Director of Community Investment, St. Louis Community Foundation

Your board members are some of your best supporters and can be instrumental in helping your organization meet its Give STL Day goals. We will discuss ways to effectively and creatively engage your board as part of your giving day strategy.

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Presenters: Elizabeth George, MBA, MSW, Director of Community Investment, St. Louis Community Foundation; Nikki Martinez, Community Investment Officer, St. Louis Community Foundation; Emily Seiple, Community Investment Associate, St. Louis Community Foundation 

Join Foundation staff to gain a better understanding of how the Community Foundation strives to meet our mission to inspire purposeful philanthropy that connects community and donors to build and preserve a more equitable and vibrant region. From advising individual donors to administering private foundations and supporting community-wide racial equity initiatives, the St. Louis Community Foundation plays a unique role in convening and leading community efforts.

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Presenter: Emily Baumann, Communications Manager, St. Louis Community Foundation 

We will review the 2024 prize schedule in detail and offer some suggestions on how to strategize around certain prizes. This session allows extra time for Q&A, so bring your questions!

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