I know this Community Conversation has been a while ago, but I only had a chance to view it now and wanted to share that I found it to be truly inspiring. While aware of the change in approach and discussion, this discussion really helped me with concrete examples of reframing in terms of our approach as well as concrete story-telling. I am rethinking our holiday appeals, as I am watching this.
Original Message:
Sent: 11-09-2023 08:04 AM
From: Paula Shaw (she/her)
Subject: Community Conversations - 11/6/23 - Reimagining Fundraising: Ethics, Empathy, and Equity
Great question! We have brought dogs for adoption to our pet pantry giveaway at a community center. Since we have a bunch of animal lovers coming to get food, what better place to bring dogs for adoption? It also opened up other opportunites to bring dogs for adoption at other events in the area - back to school events, summer camps, etc.
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Paula Shaw
Program Director Pets for Life Baton Rouge
Companion Animal Alliance of Baton Rouge
LA
Original Message:
Sent: 11-07-2023 04:09 PM
From: Anonymous Member
Subject: Community Conversations - 11/6/23 - Reimagining Fundraising: Ethics, Empathy, and Equity
This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous
Unanswered question from the chat:
"I would love to hear from any organizations who are marketing adoptions to areas such as those served by Pets for Life? Could this help have large dogs be adopted into these great homes? Opening adoption potential :)." - Kathleen Makolinski
Original Message:
Sent: 11-02-2023 10:12 AM
From: Maddie's Pet Forum Admin
Subject: Community Conversations - 11/6/23 - Reimagining Fundraising: Ethics, Empathy, and Equity
Updated 11/6/23 at 3pm: Recording now available to watch on-demand!
We hope to see you on Monday, 11/6/23 at 11am PT for our next Community Conversations call for a panel discussion with @Aleah Simpson, Pets for Life Program Manager, Humane Society of the United States, @Paula Shaw (she/her), Pets for Life Program Director, Companion Animal Alliance of Baton Rouge, and @Stephanie Macgill (she/her), Founder, SIXONEFIVE Oracles on, "Reimagining Fundraising: Ethics, Empathy, and Equity".
Delve into the transformative world of ethical fundraising with our esteemed panelists, Aleah Simpson, Paula Shaw, and Stephanie MacGill. Challenge traditional narratives, understand the importance of empathy in community relations, and tackle the pressing question of equitable practice in fundraising. From addressing power dynamics to the art of story-gathering, this panel will equip you with the tools and perspectives needed for a holistic and compassionate fundraising approach.
About the Panelists:
@Aleah Simpson is the Program Manager of Marketing & Communications for the Pets for Life Program within the Humane Society of the United States. She is an avid cheerleader for the human-animal bond. Her 15 years of experience in animal welfare has given her an in-depth perspective of the underlying systemic issues in communities that can create challenges for both animals and humans alike. Throughout her career, she has worked with various animal welfare organizations to develop and advocate for programs that improve pet owners' access to care and promoting DEI initiatives within animal welfare.
@Paula Shaw (she/her) began her career in animal welfare at the Companion Animal Alliance in 2011. In 2017, she became the founding Director of Pets for Life, a program of the Companion Animal Alliance. Paula is a firm believer and advocate for equity and inclusion in the animal welfare space (for pet owners and professionals alike). Under her leadership, the program prioritizes using door-to-door community outreach - building trust so her team can authentically share the stories and photographs that highlight the human-animal bond in the underserved parts of Baton Rouge. Since its founding, PFLBR has provided free-to-owner pet services and supplies for over 2000 people and 4000 pets. When Paula is not providing services and meeting new people and pets, she is devoted to her son, Thomas, and their dogs - Scooter, Nina, Sugar, Chanel, Lucky and their cats - Chloe, Fiona, Simba, Mimi and Othello.
@Stephanie Macgill (she/her) is the founder of SixOneFive Oracles, a multi-dimensional coaching and consulting firm for emerging and established leaders and organizations. Stephanie has been working in the nonprofit sector on behalf of people and animals for over two decades. She is both a fundraising and program planning expert, with a penchant for somatic enquiry, process and system design, and authentic communication. She worked at Best Friends Animal Society for over 10 years fundraising for, consulting on, and project managing some of the organization's keystone programs and strategic initiatives. Now, as SixOneFive Oracles, Stephanie offers a unique blend of leadership coaching, strategic planning facilitation, and fundraising consulting with spiritual wayfinding, therapeutic support, and wellness practices. She is your business advisor, idea doula, cheerleader, and yoga teacher all in one. She lives in Bentonville, Arkansas with her two chihuahuas, Susan and Philip.
#Diversity,Equity,InclusionandJustice
#FundraisingandDevelopment
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Maddie's Pet Forum Admin
Maddie's Fund
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