{"id":19045,"date":"2020-06-10T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-06-10T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/?p=19045"},"modified":"2021-05-28T16:21:16","modified_gmt":"2021-05-28T20:21:16","slug":"fundraising-lessons-from-the-sandlot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/fundraising-lessons-from-the-sandlot\/","title":{"rendered":"Fundraising Lessons from The Sandlot"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>The Sandlot <\/em>is arguably one of the best family films of all time. It\u2019s got laughs, heart, and a lot of baseball. This film also contains a lot of life lessons that apply to everyone\u2014even fundraisers! Read on for fundraising lessons you can learn from <em>The Sandlot<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><a href=\"#kind\">Show the value of an act of kindness<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#break\">Sometimes you have to break it down<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#jargon\">Drop jargon when talking to your supporters<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#story\">Tell a great story<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#fear\">Don&#8217;t let fear hold you back<\/a><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/3ohzAlcWMZrXpoD8ek\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a name=\"kind\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Show the value of an act of kindness<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Acts of kindness can go a long way. When Benny gives Smalls a hand-me-down glove and baseball cap you can see the joy on Smalls\u2019 face. He is genuine when saying thank you, which makes for a heartwarming scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/d48qBM8uQi3PlnB6\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"Gratitude is one of the most important fundraising lessons you can learn from this post. That's why it's first on the list!\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your nonprofit should be like Smalls. Be excited about when donors make a gift. Thank them genuinely and with spirit! That gratitude should also be extended to your volunteers who are generously giving their time to your cause. There is no greater feeling than the one you get from making someone happy. As a nonprofit, you know that feeling better than a lot of businesses. The work you do makes a lot of people happy every day. When your supporters return the favor, show them how happy their gift makes you. It&#8217;ll make them feel good and inspire them to give again!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can show gratitude with customized gift receipts, sending personalized thank-you messages (video messages are a nice touch!), hosting donor and volunteer appreciation events, or giving your supporters a call. Do something special to say thank you to the people who make the work you do possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a name=\"break\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sometimes you have to break it down<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the funniest moments in <em>The Sandlot <\/em>is when Ham tries asking Smalls if he wants a s\u2019more. Smalls\u2019 confusion led to one of the most iconic lines in the film.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/vudaQVnQrwYM\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"416\" height=\"272\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, Ham walks Smalls through the process of constructing a s\u2019more. This scene is a perfect metaphor for donor relations. Sometimes, fundraisers forget that donors don\u2019t necessarily think like they do. If you want your supporters to give in a new way or follow a specific set of directions during a fundraising activity, you have to break it down for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/xUn3C8gyRIioeVBtVm\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"Take a fundraising lesson from Ham Porter. Sometimes you have to spell out a process for your donors to truly understand it. \"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, if you\u2019re using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/text-fundraising\">text fundraising<\/a> for the first time, give donors directions. Walk them through the steps of donating via text. It\u2019s new to them. No matter how simple something seems to us (and making s\u2019mores is undeniably simple), others don\u2019t have the same comfort level with new technology and processes. Proper guidance and clear instructions can make all the difference!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a name=\"jargon\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Drop jargon when talking to your supporters<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This next point relates to the one before it. Just like your donors appreciate clear directions, they also like your communications to be jargon-free. The whole plot of <em>The Sandlot<\/em> comes from a miscommunication. Smalls doesn\u2019t know Babe Ruth as \u201cThe Sultan of Swat\u201d or the \u201cColossus of Clout\u201d so he swipes his step dad\u2019s Babe Ruth baseball for his friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/l4FAZNZImyUbX9rY4\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"Your donors probably know more about the &quot;Sultan of Swat&quot; than they do about matching gifts, annuities, etc. Dropping jargon is a crucial fundraising lesson to learn.\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The value of the ball was unknown to him because no one used Babe Ruth\u2019s name or even explained who Babe Ruth was. In fact, Smalls thought it was signed by \u201csome lady.\u201d It\u2019s only after he loses the ball to \u201cThe Beast\u201d that the others fill him in on what he\u2019d done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/xUPJPprEsOUZzYnNdK\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This scene reminds us that our donors can be as easily confused as Smalls if we use our jargon when communicating with them. Instead, speak to your supporters in simple terms. Spell out what you want without any insider language. This ensures your donors understand what your needs are and that no miscommunication is going on. This is one of those fundraising lessons that can lead to stronger relationships with donors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a name=\"story\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tell a great story<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Squints was another of the more iconic characters in the movie. He had a lot of savage one-liners and even orchestrated a scheme to kiss his crush, Wendy Peffercorn (which was not cool, by the way). However, when he shared the legend of \u201cThe Beast,\u201d he illustrated the power of a good story. This is one of those fundraising lessons you&#8217;ll hear again and again. Why? Because it&#8217;s true!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/xUn3CsELcxapWtFUzu\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"The importance of telling a great story can't be overstated. That's why this fundraising lesson is so important.\" width=\"480\" height=\"272\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Every one of the kids knew and believed the story. After Smalls hears it, he\u2019s visibly shaken by the rumors of this man-eating dog. While it\u2019s true that Smalls claims afterward that the story was made up to scare him, once he sees the dog over the fence, he no longer doubts the truth of the tale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a fundraiser, you probably know the importance of telling a good story. This scene only reaffirms that importance. Find a way to tell an engaging story that draws supporters in. Make them connect emotionally to the story. But having them feel a certain way isn\u2019t enough. Remember, Smalls claimed the story was made up until he saw \u201cThe Beast.\u201d Your story should also offer some proof. Share data alongside your story and use impactful photos and videos to show your donors that \u201cThe Beast\u201d is real and needs to be addressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a name=\"fear\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don&#8217;t let fear hold you back<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout the film, the kids were held back by fear. They concocted schemes to get the ball back rather than asking the neighbor for help. Finally, Benny had to lace up his sneakers and outrun \u201cThe Beast\u201d to get the ball back. While he\u2019s ultimately successful, it isn\u2019t without collateral damage. He gets bitten by \u201cThe Beast\u201d while running from him, he causes the junkyard fence to fall on the dog, and he destroys a very expensive wedding cake in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/3oKHWpht8RJ2OuVOmc\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"293\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This scene reminds me that fear of taking chances can lead to wasting a lot of time and energy to reach a goal when there\u2019s a simpler way. Approach your fundraising fearlessly. Don\u2019t be afraid to ask your friends and neighbors for help (this includes asking your board for fundraising help too). If you have a lofty fundraising goal, go for it without hesitation! Sometimes the simplest solution is scary on the surface but is a surefire way of getting what you need. The last of the fundraising lessons may be hard to implement at first, but taking risks can lead to great rewards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/3oKHWabRTz3OqCwGdi\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope these five fundraising lessons leave you feeling ready to take on the world. <em>The Sandlot <\/em>is a great film because it grows with you. When watching as a child, the film teaches you to value honesty, friendship, ingenuity, and courage. As an adult, <em>The Sandlot <\/em>has stayed relevant because it has more lessons to teach. In the case of fundraisers, these five practical fundraising lessons are relevant to your role in changing the world. Learn from them and become the best fundraiser you can be. Don\u2019t listen to Babe Ruth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/3oKHWucFTQekBVmeTS\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You and your donors are doing great things every day. Keep it up!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Sandlot is arguably one of the best family films of all time. It\u2019s got laughs, heart, and a lot of baseball. This film also contains a lot of life lessons that apply to everyone\u2014even fundraisers! Read on for fundraising lessons you can learn from The Sandlot. 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