Community Happenings: December 12

Shannon Emery · December 2017

A conversation overheard at my house today:

“Remind me not to do so many holiday activities next year.”
“Sure. It’s not like that stops you any other year. You’re a force to be reckoned with when you want to do something.”

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That stuck with me as I hauled my potluck contributions into the office today – a force to be reckoned with. It made me stand taller because it’s true. I don’t allow things to get in my way when I have a goal and while I didn’t realize it that second, I needed to hear it. Isn’t it weird where nuggets of inspiration pop up?

With that, I pass that inspiration to you as you wrap up 2017. Each of you has inspired me daily by sharing knowledge, encouraging each other, and just being awesome. There aren’t a lot of people out there doing what you do - all in the name of changing the world to be a better place.

Let nothing stand in your way and always remember you're a force to be reckoned with each and every day.

Now onto the Community!

Make an Appearance

Don’t forget to participate in our Season of Giving contest. Treat yourself with a gift on us if you win!
If you’re using Altru, get all of your end-of-year resources in this month’s Altru Spotlight!

Stay Informed

Tax season is right around the corner – get Financial Edge ready for a smooth season.
Make sure you didn’t miss any of our 2017 Raiser’s Edge 30 min Tips & Tricks webinars – now in one convenient place.

Get Involved

Learn how to leverage psychology to increase peer-to-peer fundraising with our latest recorded webinar.
Make sure data, analytics, and artificial intelligence are part of your organization’s efforts to increase donation levels and donor program efficiency and lead stronger supporter relationships.

Alright, favorite Community, that’s it for now. Share with me a goal you’ve achieved this year below. Let’s call it humble bragging – anyone who responds will get a virtual high five from me.

Maybe even a holiday themed high five.

See you all next week!

Heidi Tabat · December 2017

I am super proud that I was able to achieve professional certification in both FE and RE!!

Ami Defesche · December 2017

More of a personal goal, but I actually managed to put some money in savings this year--and keep it there! Which is something, considering we also paid for a wedding. I'm feeling pretty adult-y this year.

Shannon Emery · December 2017

WOOHOO Heidi! I love that - I am working on a non-profit certification myself here at Blackbaud and can't wait until I claim my badge.

Shannon Emery · December 2017

I feel you on that one, Ami! Welcome to being an adult - I bought a washer and felt super adulty.

Jon Nelson · December 2017

I am happy that, along with some birthday friends, we raised over $3000 for animal charities by asking people not to wish us a happy birthday and give to our fundraiser. Honestly, the only reason I am responding is to get a holiday themed high five. That's right - I'm calling you out Shannon!

Crystal Bruce · December 2017

I earned THREE (FE, eTapestry, and Altru) certifications.. going on four (FENXT) by the end of the year and SIX (ResearchPoint, Nonprofit Workshop) in 2018. Loved taking the Blackbaud courses!