Archive for November 2025
Stop Chasing Random Opportunities—Create a Fundraising Plan
By Kia Chatmon, Heart for the Community Even before I established Heart for the Community, I used to tell my clients — fundraising is a lot like dating. You put yourself out there, try to make a good impression, and hope someone sees your value enough to invest in a long-term relationship. But just like…
Read MorePutting Heart Into the Ask: A Practical Guide to End-of-Year Fundraising for Small Nonprofits
At Heart for the Community, we know that many of the nonprofits we work with don’t just have missions they have heart. They were built on compassion, conviction, and the courage to step into complex needs with real solutions. But even the most purpose-driven organizations still need practical support to keep that mission alive. Especially…
Read MoreHow to Tell Dignity-Driven Stories: A Practical Guide to Asset Framing
A step-by-step guide to telling stories that honor dignity, spark connection, and inspire support By now, you’ve learned what asset framing is, why it matters, and how it transforms real organizations. The final step is learning how to apply it—simply and powerfully—to your own storytelling, proposals, and campaigns. Whether you’re writing a grant, designing a…
Read MoreStrength Begets Strength: The Real-World Impact of Asset Framing
You’ve learned what asset framing is and why it matters. But what does it actually look like in practice? Let’s explore how a few organizations have used this approach to reshape narratives—and transform outcomes for their communities. 1. In-Depth Example: BMe Community — Reframing Black Narratives of Genius For decades, media and philanthropy often described…
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