Nonprofit
Marketing Insights

Practical thinking on nonprofit branding, messaging, and communications — from people who've worked inside the sector and know what it takes to raise the funding you need to grow.

Connect People To Strengthen Your Organization

By: Bill Cummings

Belonging is a fundamental human need. As nonprofit leaders, you have the opportunity to cultivate a community around that feeling.

Own the Complexity, Pass On the Clarity

By: Todd Hiestand

Simplify complexity and amplify clarity. Explore how nonprofits can effectively convey their messaging to engage and inspire.

Building Confidence: The Power of Financial Transparency in Nonprofits

By: Bill Cummings

Learn why financial transparency is crucial for nonprofit organizations. Discover practical steps to build trust with funders and ensure a good reputation.

Does your organization start with “why?”

By: Bill Cummings

People are more interested in knowing your why — in hearing about the world your visionary team hopes to create — so they can imagine themselves as a part of it.

Five Strategies for Sustaining and Scaling Your Nonprofit Mission

By: Bill Cummings

More often than not, your organization’s decisions should be driven by data. The extent of your impact can often be determined more effectively through measurable outcomes.

Making the Most of the Giving Season: Year-End Fundraising Tips

By: Bill Cummings

To capitalize on this season of giving, there are some foundational ways you can maximize your year-end fundraising efforts.

From Sympathy to Support: Inspiring Passionate Donations

By: Todd Hiestand

The unfortunate reality is that while many organizations do incredible work on the ground—with exemplary staff and programs that create tangible impact—their branding and online presence often don’t reflect this excellence.

Do The People You Serve Have A Seat At The Table?

By: Bill Cummings

When crafting strategies, shaping the mission, or defining services and programs, it’s imperative that the individuals at the heart of these initiatives are not simply seen as beneficiaries but as collaborators.

An Open Letter to Nonprofit Leaders

By: Todd Hiestand

Let us just say this in the clearest terms possible: you are the kind of leader the world needs right now.

Amplify Your Mission: The Importance of Nonprofit Branding

By: Bill Cummings

You’ve heard it from volunteers, the clients you serve, and others in your network: your organization is one of the “best-kept secrets” in your community. While it sounds somewhat flattering, it’s actually a red flag.

Yes, You Do Need That Rebranding Project: Why a Cohesive Brand Yields Growth

By: Bill Cummings

Even with the noblest intentions, many nonprofits struggle to connect deeply with their audience and convey their purpose effectively.

Beyond Stereotypes: Ethical Storytelling in Social Impact Organizations

By: Todd Hiestand

Write as if the people you are writing about are in the room.

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Bill Cummings
Co-Founder / Director of Branding