camper to campaigner
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presentation given at YMCA NAYDO Conference in Pittsburgh, PATRANSCRIPT
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APRIL 27, 2012
FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENTFOR HEALTHY LIVINGFOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
CAMPER TO CAMPAIGNERYMCA NAYDO CONFERENCE PITTSBURGH, PA
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WHO IS THIS GUY?
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I’m huge on Twitter:@campleadership@heydavebell
#daveissupercool#heobviouslyworksout#summercamp
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“Our ancient experience confirms at every point that everything is linked together, everything is inseparable.”
― Dalai Lama XIV
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WHAT IS IT THAT CONNECTS?
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CAMPER TO CAMPAIGNER
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•People•Place•Events•Time•Experiences•Skill•Self-awareness
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DON’T FORGET THE PARENTS
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• Have a plan • Make the most of the
moments• Don’t be in such a
hurry to get them out• Ask their advice• Those other 51 weeks
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CREATE THE HABIT NOW
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“Take full advantage of the child labor opportunities that you have at your disposal.”
- Quote from Famous Camp Director
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• What is the goal?• Meaningful Work • Tell the full story of its
impact• Opportunities
throughout the year
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WHAT IS AN ALUMNI?
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• How do you define alumni?
• What is the net that catches them?
• What does your alumni association offer?
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WHAT IS AN ALUMNI?
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CREATE EASY ENTRY POINTS
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“If we want our alumni (parents, campers, staff) to engage (volunteer/give) why do we make it so difficult for them?”
- Quote from Famous Camp Director
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Annual Campaign:•Online Giving Pages•Writing Thank You Notes•Volunteer Opportunities
Alumni Cultivation:•Organized events•Rally Point Projects
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“Volunteerism can often precede philanthropic giving.”
- Quote from Famous Camp Director
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MISTAKES WE CONTINUE TO MAKE
*FFA
*Fully functioning adult
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Closing Tips:•Quit acting like a branch/act like a university•Not all alumni are the same – connect with different age groups differently•Think long term (endowment/heritage giving)•Don’t just hire a camp director (make them a politician/ceo)