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3 Ways Your Nonprofit Can Celebrate the Summer Solstice

The Summer Solstice, in agricultural terms, is a time when crops are in full growth and approaching harvest. But why let farmers have all the fun? Here are 3 ways you can use the energy of the Summer Solstice to assess and foster the growth of your nonprofit organization.

1. Conduct a branding audit

Summer is the perfect time to assess your organization’s brand growth. Is your brand accurately telling your story? Is there room for improvement? I suggest to my clients that they perform a branding audit at least once per year, and mid-year is the perfect time to do so.

Need help? Download my Branding Checklist.

2. Make a list of this year’s highlights

We’re all accustomed to making “to-do” lists, but how about making a “done” list? This is a list of your organization’s growth and accomplishments.

Some ideas are:

  • Program highlights
  • Speaking engagements
  • Events
  • Press mentions
  • New services or programs
  • Growth in membership
  • Increase in supporters

I recommend updating this list monthly, using an app like Evernote or Notion.

3. Review your marketing campaigns to date

Make a list of this year’s marketing campaigns, along with the results for each. Ask yourself the following:

  • What were your successes?
  • Why were they successful? (Don’t forget to add them to your “highlights” list)
  • What areas of improvement are there?
  • How has your organization grown or moved forward this year?

To get started, download my Marketing Campaign Assessment template (Google Doc)

However you decide to celebrate the Summer Solstice, I encourage you to step back from the daily work of promoting your mission, and admire the growth of your organization. You deserve it!


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