According to Merriam-Webster the simple definition of “vibrant” is having or showing great life, activity and energy; very bright and strong; and loud and powerful as it relates to sound. Most would say that this word is extremely positive. It is a word of distinction. And an attribute to aspire to!
We are fortunate to […]
Technology is a widely discussed topic in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors. It affects the daily operations of every company and organization. But it also affects what is called organizational culture. This is defined as a system of assumptions, values, and beliefs that shape how employees behave in organizations. In today’s world, it […]
EVENT: DNA Creative Communications’ Shine the Light Nonprofit Forums
WHERE: The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center
WHO WAS THERE: 90+ executive directors, leaders and team members from South Carolina nonprofits
SPEAKER: Patrick Jinks, national leadership coach and president of the Jinks Perspective Group
TOPIC: Leaders Leading Leaders Engaged employees are the engine that helps […]
What can you create in 24 hours? The answer: a pro bono marketing masterpiece!
To most of us, 24 hours isn’t a lot of time. We live it each day and one hour seems to fly by just as fast as the next. But, when harnessed efficiently, 24 hours can be just enough time to […]
DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Hollingsworth Funds, Community Foundation of Greenville, Graham Foundation and United Way of Greenville County, is pleased to announce that Kathy Hedge, executive director, author and nonprofit consultant from Washington, D.C., will present at Shine the Light’s “Leading for Sustainability.” This event is part of the 2014 Nonprofit […]
DNA Creative Communications (DNA), a public relations and marketing agency for nonprofits in Greenville, SC, presented Recruiting via Social Media at the South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) 2014 Personnel Fall Conference in Greenville on September 25.
“It is very important that school administrators are sharing appropriate, positive content about their districts on both […]
DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with the Hollingsworth Funds, Community Foundation of Greenville and United Way of Greenville County, hosted Expanding Leadership Beyond Your Walls, the third of a four-part series of Shine the Light Nonprofit Forums (STL), on September 9.
“It was great to see so many organizations discussing how they can collaborate […]
The craze of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge may be winding down on your newsfeed, but its impact on nonprofit organizations across the globe is lasting.
Viral fundraising is nothing new. Nonprofits around the world have been producing viral fundraising campaigns for years now. So what makes the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge different?
The ALS Ice Bucket […]
When I walked through the doors of DNA Creative Communications three months ago, I was both excited and terrified. However, it wasn’t long before I grew out of the fear and into the excitement that came with being part of this company for the summer.
DNA welcomed me with open arms, and I knew immediately that this would […]
DNA Creative Communications (DNA) received four awards from the South Carolina chapter of International Association of Business Communicators (SCIABC) on August 26, in Columbia, S.C. DNA was recognized for their exceptional work on projects they implemented for clients from June of 2013 to May of 2014.
“We are honored to have been recognized with four […]
What is collective impact?
The term collective impact was coined in 2010 by John Kania and Mark Kramer to highlight the need for establishing a common agenda for solving challenging issues among various sectors.
“Collective Impact is the long-term commitment by a group of important actors from different sectors to a common agenda for solving a […]
Event: Shine the Light Nonprofit Forum
Keynote: Susan Meier, Meier and Associates in Washington, D.C.
Panel: Scot Baddley, YMCA of Greenville, Chandra Dillard, Furman University, Kathy McKinney, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A.
Who Was There: More than 125 Upstate nonprofit leaders and board members
Location: Kroc Community Center
Topic: Board leadership for nonprofit organizations
Susan Meier, principal at Meier and Associates, […]
Nonprofit organizations are managed very much like regular businesses; however, since nonprofits do not have shareholders or owners, additional practices need to be implemented for them to be successful. Here are some tips for making that happen:
Have a Clear and Concise Vision and Mission Statement
Concise and meaningful vision and mission statements are something every […]
The current generation of young people thrive on creativity, technology and hands-on activities. They are capable of bringing new ideas to the table, but since their way of thinking and communicating is different, reaching out to them can be a challenge. Are you at the end of your rope trying to attract millennials to your […]
DNA Creative Communications (DNA) is pleased to welcome Elissa Visotski to their team as a graduate intern. Visotski graduated from the University of South Carolina (USC) in December with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and has previous non-profit experience.
“I am poised on the launching pad of my PR career, and I can’t wait […]
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), the county-chartered organization tasked with promoting and enhancing the economic growth of Greenville County, has announced that Debbie Nelson has been appointed by Greenville County Council to an inaugural three-year terms on the GADC Board. Three other new board members join Nelson: Catherine Heigel, David Kelley and Charles […]
In case you were born yesterday or have been living underground for the past decade, Twitter is kind of a big deal. Especially for nonprofits. Thanks to its awesome potential for relationship building, fundraising and marketing, Twitter has become a bustling network for organizations to connect with their target audiences and each other. It’s […]
DNA Creative Communications (DNA) received four awards at the last night’s South Carolina Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) Mercury Awards ceremony that was held in Charleston. DNA was recognized for their exceptional programs and projects they implemented for their clients over the 2013 year.
In the Mercury Award category, DNA was recognized with one award:
Integrated […]
The strength and wellbeing of a nonprofit organization relies on the effectiveness of its fundraising efforts. Most nonprofits are passionate about their cause and eager to make an impact. However, when you’re trying to accomplish big things, mistakes are easy to make. Fundraising is hard work and making mistakes is inevitable, but you can […]
In my recent post on “6 Ways to Inspire Creativity in Your Brainstorming Session,” I mentioned that starting off with a creative exercise is a great way to stimulate the imagination and spark productivity in your team. As a follow up, here are six exercises designed to stir up those creative juices and give […]
More than half of the content on the Internet today is video. If your nonprofit isn’t already using video to tell your story, you should be! Video is not only great for your fundraising efforts, it can also be used for marketing and awareness, member development and relations, and advocacy. Video storytelling engages viewers […]
If you’ve ever presented to an audience using PowerPoint, you know how difficult it can be to engage and keep the crowd focused. Aside from worrying about staying on time, remembering talking points and not fainting at the front of the room, presenters often worry about how to get the audience involved in the […]
New technologies are transforming the way organizations fundraise and engage with donors. Nonprofit technologies will continue to evolve this year, opening up opportunities for organizations to use new tools and strategies to enhance donor communication and gain support. The future of fundraising will be focused on providing donors with easy and accessible ways to […]
No matter the size of your organization or the focus of its mission, social media is crucial to your success. Social media is a great way to build and maintain relationships with audiences, and taking advantage of emerging trends on these platforms can help your organization do great things for the community. Here are […]
Over the course of the next couple of months, I plan to share some of the insights I gain through my graduate studies at Columbia College. The M.A. in Organizational Change and Leadership has been truly transformational for me so far and I hope to be able to pass on some of the lessons […]
