The Importance of Taking a Human, Empathetic Approach to Nonprofit Fundraising

Hope Out of the Darkness

The Importance of Taking a Human, Empathetic Approach to Nonprofit Fundraising

If you are in crisis or know someone who is...please call:

Suicide Lifeline at 1-800- 273-8255

or text the word “help” to 741-741

http://afsp.org/get-help

Host: Shell Pavlis

Guest: Cindy Bowman

Fundraising necessitates thought. It’s sometimes referred to as "development work" and is very relational. Community building, communication, effusiveness, enthusiasm, cheerleading, optimism, sincerity, and the capacity to establish and execute plans are all part of how the AFSP approaches raising funds to make a difference in people’s lives.

The AFSP hosts several events in support of suicide prevention year round. They bring individuals together from all walks of life who wish to help prevent suicide in their communities. Chapters are energized by families and friends who have lost loved ones to suicide, vulnerable persons, mental health professionals, clergy, educators, students, community/business leaders, and many others.

Cindy Bowman joins this episode of Hope Out of the Darkness to talk about the approach the AFSP takes when organizing fundraising events and the many different programs and events the AFSP offers throughout the year. Cindy also shares her experiences with taking an empathetic approach when meeting people. She reminds us of the power of asking the simple question, are you ok?

00:00 Introduction

1:27 How did you become connected to the AFSP

3:23 The challenges of raising funds for nonprofits

5:31 Who else is supporting AFSP

6:29 Talks Saves Lives

8:54 AFSP Events in support of suicide prevention

16:06 The power of asking, are you ok?

22:02 healthy terms to use surrounding suicide

23:34 The benefits of sponsoring a non profit if you’re a business

28:02 Suicide prevention resources

29:01 Self care tips for a healthy body and mind

29:45 Listener Q&A

Connect with Shell Pavlis:

AFSP Volunteer, Advocate, Event Sponsor, Give Back Partner

Realtor® Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

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All Shell’s Social: https://linktr.ee/shellseeshell

Connect with our Guest:

Cindy Bowman, America Foundation of Suicide Prevention, OC Board Member

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https://afsp.org/chapter/orange-county

https://bewelloc.org/

Council on Aging OC https://www.coasc.org

Children’s Hospital of Orange County https://www.choc.org/mental-health/

Hoag Hospital https://www.hoag.org/about-hoag/community-benefit/hoag-programs/mental-health-services/

University of California, Irvine https://counseling.uci.edu/services/

Let’s Stop Suicide. Mental Health for All. Suicide Prevention. Suicide Support.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Orange County, CA: https://afsp.org/chapter/orange-county

Become a Volunteer https://afsp.org/chapter/orange-county#volunteer

Advocacy https://afsp.org/become-a-suicide-prevention-public-policy-advocate

National Alliance on Mental Health https://nami.org/Support-Education

DiDi Hirsch Mental Health Services (LA & OC) https://didihirsch.org

Connect with Hope Out of the Darkness:

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