Inspired Giving NOW! ™

How would you answer these four questions?

1. Is your vision statement out of focus?
2. Do you have an unmemorable mission statement?
3. Are you tongue tied when you try to talk about why
your work matters?
4. Fears about money?

The partners of avenue2possibilities LLC have seen all four of these conditions and more in our extensive experiences with community benefit organizations.

Set into motion a new way for your organization to connect with the communities you benefit. Make a Difference with Inspired Giving NOW!™.

“You are both wonderful and helping people, and I am sure that you know that the world is a better place because of that. We will … give you occasional feedback about our program, and how you have helped us to make a difference.”

William Self, Fundraising Volunteer, Kenya Keys

The Inspired Giving NOW! Interdisciplinary Technical Assistance Training™ is facilitated by Jonathan Abramson. The first step is a needs assessment with you to learn about your greatest challenges. Together, we determine your desired outcomes. The resulting Inspired Giving NOW!™ training will be tailored to help you move forward focused on the powerful impact of your work in the community.

What does this make possible for organizations?

You are focused on the big picture for your community
You have a clear definition of the principles that you value
The actions of your board and staff are guided by the big picture and the principles that you value
You are able to craft inspirational key messages that develop donor and volunteer support of your work

What does this make possible for funders?

You are focused on the big picture for your community
You have a clear definition of the principles that you value
Your philanthropy is guided by the difference you want to make and the principles that you value
You are an engaged partner in community solutions
You are able to craft inspirational key messages that convey the impact of your philanthropy

“I really enjoyed your input and gentle manner with us this weekend at the Vancouver Farmers Market retreat.”

Dr. Jim Rourk, Board Member

In the course of Inspired Giving NOW!™ training programs participants have created powerful declarations that can be shared externally (key statements) and applied internally (mantras). We also train individuals and groups to revise vision, mission and values statements using the tools introduced during the sessions. Below are some examples:

A Senior Living Community

Mission

We are dedicated to the life-long well being of our members through secure housing and progressive healthcare. Ours is a community that cares and whose members are involved in decision making. We are a place where every member is a priority.

A Coalition of Early Childhood Learning Organizations

Vision

(Our) vision is creating a caring community where all young children thrive!

Mission

To bring this vision into reality we launch and lead community partnerships that build an integrated system of support for young children and their families.

A Business Development Coaching Partnership

Vision

(We) envision a world where organizations thrive, and all who are touched by them flourish.

A Philatelic (Stamp) Museum

Key Message

Your Child’s First Museum

A Festival Drum Group

Key Message

Dream Big, Drum Loud

“Thanks so much for a great program. You gave a great deal to all of us; you were generous with your information and your time.”

Tanya DeMarsh-Dodson, Coordinator, Pacific NW Garden Conservancy