434. Small But Mighty: From Founder's Passion to Global Impact - Jon McCoy, CFRE, Becky Endicott, CFRE and Martice Sutton

CommunityStorytellingFundraisingMission Story

Jun 9

Written By Andie Murphy

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We’re wrapping up Small But Mighty: How Small Nonprofits are Raising Big Dollars in our Givebutter Friday series with an inspirational case study. As a small organization, hosting fundraising campaigns can feel daunting. It’s typical to wonder... How do we get enough supporters? Who will fundraise on our behalf? What happens if we don’t reach our goal? Where do we even begin? Jon, Becky and Floyd Jones have been breaking down how small organizations raise BIG funds through grassroots fundraising. In Part 3, we’re chatting with Martice Sutton, the founder and executive director of Girls Going Global, a pipeline program to greater opportunities for girls. Tune in to hear from a small org making a BIG global impact🌎

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History + Overview of Girls Going Global
Building a fundraising strategy + telling your story
Mobilizing volunteers + supporters

Today's Guest
Martice Sutton, Founder + Executive Director, Girls Going Global

“Make people become your center, because people are your power.”

— Martice Sutton, Founder + Executive Director, Girls Going Global

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Episode Highlights

Martice’s story and journey to where she is today (2:50)
Girls Going Global (7:20)
What these experiences unlock for girls (11:30)
- Confidence
- Melting pot of culture and community
- A sisterhood
- An opportunity to try new things
Girls Going Global’s Fundraising strategy (14:15)
How to share your story (22:05)
Challenges Girls Going Global faces (29:10)
Martice’s One Good Thing: Be attached to the vision and not the path. (35:45)
How to connect with Girls Going Global (37:15)

Powerful Quotes

“Exposure beyond where you come from is so important.” -Martice

“How do you take a chance and try something new, even in those everyday decisions?” -Martice

“When I traveled other people in the countries weren’t used to seeing people that looked like me.” -Martice

“It’s very rare that any girl feels safe enough to be their full and true self. I’m so proud of how we have been able to provide a safe place for girls to come and share.” -Martice

“Stay ready so you don’t have to get ready.” -Martice

“You have a marketing mindset. You’re constantly thinking about your audience, you’re segmenting and aligning.” -Martice

“People connect with people. I show up better talking than I do writing. For me, I’m going to sign up for the pitch competitions, get in front of people, and sign up for those opportunities.” -Martice

“Educate people on the history that relates to your mission and the privilege that existed.” -Martice