Muslim Giving Trends: Fundraising Tips and Strategies for Nonprofits

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Are you ready for Muslim Philantropy? Join Maria and Sarah Ali as they discuss the dynamic world of digital-first fundraising, the power of Muslim giving, and how nonprofits can embrace cultural competency to diversify their donor bases. 

Sarah shares insights from her journey as a digital-first fundraiser, her work with the Muslim Philanthropy Network, and innovative approaches to community engagement, including the use of WhatsApp for mobilization.

Explore strategies to create meaningful connections with Muslim audiences and address critical global issues.

Muslim Giving Trends: Fundraising Tips and Strategies for Nonprofits with Sarah Ali

Muslim Giving Trends – The Highlights:

  • The rise of digital-first fundraising and its impact on nonprofits.

  • How Muslim giving trends are reshaping the philanthropic landscape.

  • Tips for fostering cultural competency within nonprofit teams.

  • Leveraging WhatsApp for community engagement and donor mobilization.

  • The power of hope-based communication in crisis fundraising.

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About Sarah Ali:

Sarah helps nonprofit leaders 2X their revenue through "Always On" donor acquisition and stewardship funnels. She's a board member at Elham Fund and an ED at Muslim Philanthropy Network. Sarah is also the founder of SA Digital, a Muslim women-owned and operated business and is committed to providing justice-forward and inclusive services. She's passionate about ways nonprofits can engage diverse communities through culturally competent fundraising strategies.

Actionable Tips for Nonprofit Leaders:

  1. Build culturally competent messaging: Engage with diverse leadership councils from within communities to create messaging that resonates and doesn’t feel tokenizing.

  2. Focus on hope-based communications: In times of crisis, highlight positive stories of hope and concrete actions donors can take. This approach can help reduce collective trauma and increase engagement.

  3. Innovate through cultural campaigns: If you’re considering engaging a community you don’t represent, start by listening, asking for feedback, and being transparent in your intentions. Seek advice from community leaders and organizations like the Muslim Philanthropy Network.

Resources and Links:

  • Muslim Philanthropy Network Website 

Maria

Maria leads the Further Together team. Maria came to Canada as a refugee at an early age. After being assisted by many charities, Maria devoted herself to working in non-profit.

Maria has over a decade of fundraising experience. She is a sought-after speaker on issues related to innovative stewardship, building relationships, and Community-Centric Fundraising. She has spoken at AFP ICON and Congress, for Imagine Canada, APRA, Xlerate, MNA, and more. She has been published nationally, and was a finalist for the national 2022 Charity Village Best Individual Fundraiser Award. Maria also hosts The Small Nonprofit podcast and sits on the Board of Living Wage Canada.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariario/
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