Peer-to-peer fundraising inherently involves a degree of vulnerability—sharing your personal story and hoping others will respond with support and donations. But what happens when the story is difficult to tell? When the cause itself is stigmatized? Or when you’re unsure how your loved ones will react?

This week on the P2P Soapbox, Shannon Greene, representing Shatterproof, joins us to explore these critical questions. She sheds light on the distinct hurdles nonprofits tackling issues like substance use disorder face in peer-to-peer fundraising and beyond. Shannon shares actionable strategies for breaking through societal biases, fostering safe and welcoming event environments and building trust with donors.

You’ll also hear insights on:

• Creating an engaging community experience
• Equipping your staff with the tools and confidence needed to build meaningful connections and navigate stigma effectively
• Understanding a participant’s motivation and goals for their support

Mentioned Links

https://www.shatterproof.org/

http://shatterproofwalk.org/

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• (00:00) - Welcome to The P2P Soap Box
• (01:34) - Introducing Shannon Greene
• (05:54) - About Shatterproof
• (07:30) - Shifting Approaches
• (15:30) - Getting Engaged, Feeling Safe
• (22:08) - Donor Trust
• (25:16) - Lessons Learned, Opportunities Ahead