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Introducing... Nonprofit Imagineers Guide Books!
You’ve read The Nonprofit Imagineers… Now put your creativity into action with these concise books filled with actionable steps and ideas.
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Professional Development
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Elevate your nonprofit’s impact with professional development programs tailored to your team’s unique needs. Explore workshops, coaching, and innovative strategies designed to inspire creativity, strengthen skills, and drive meaningful change.
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Ready for expert guidance to take your nonprofit to the next level? Explore our consulting services to discover creative strategies, actionable solutions, and personalized support that will help your organization achieve its mission with impact and innovation.
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Looking for an engaging speaker to captivate your audience and leave them inspired? As the author and founder of The Nonprofit Imagineers, I bring a blend of storytelling, creativity, and actionable insights to every keynote and presentation. Whether you need inspiration for a conference, retreat, or special event, I would love to deliver thought-provoking ideas tailored to your needs.
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- Access to 100+ lists, articles and worksheets below
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- Access to the 100+ lists, resources and articles below!
- Book Group Discussion Questions
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There's So Much To Explore!
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Sensing a theme? Inspiration can come from almost anywhere… That’s why each month we post a collection of articles inspired by a different topic.
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Worksheets, Guides & Resources from The Book
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The Kleinbaum Shmear Rule
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Behind the Scenes Heroes: What the Winter Olympics Teach Nonprofits About Storytelling, Leadership, and Engagement
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The Backstage Advantage 5 Ways Behind-the-Scenes Stories Strengthen Your Nonprofit Marketing and Communications
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Fund the Rink, Not Just the Medal: 5 Ways Behind-the-Scenes Stories Strengthen Nonprofit Fundraising
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From Audience to Insiders: 5 Ways Behind-the-Scenes Stories Increase Membership Engagement and Retention
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Rethink the Ordinary to Capture Attention
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Nonprofits Aren’t Meant to Win—They’re Meant to Last
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Engagement Is Not Attendance—It’s Belonging
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Fundraising Isn’t About the Gift. It’s About the Relationship.
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Stop Chasing Attention. Start Building Trust — Marketing & Communications for the Infinite Game
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Hanukkah as a Blueprint for Sustainable Donor and Community Relationships
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How Hanukkah’s Fried Foods Explain What Engagement and Events Are Really For
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What Hanukkah Gift Giving Teaches Us About Fundraising That Actually Works
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Why the Hanukkah Candles Might Be the Best Marketing Lesson You’ll Get This Year
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The One-Shot Mindset: How Borrowing Film Techniques Can Help Nonprofits See Their Work Differently
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The Cold Open: Starting Events With an Emotional Hook Before the Welcome Remarks
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The Slow Reveal: Borrowing Film Pacing to Build Toward a Meaningful Fundraising Ask
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Color Grading Your Brand: What Film Teaches Nonprofits About Tone, Mood, and Emotional Consistency
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Nostalgia Meets Clever Branding
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Everything I Need to Know About Nonprofits I Learned from Children’s Books
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Resources for everyone on your team!
There are more than 100 articles, check lists, and how-tos in our growing resource library.
Log in or become a Premium Imagineer to unlock access to every checklist and article below, plus lots more!
Nonprofit Leadership
- Behind the Scenes Heroes: What the Winter Olympics Teach Nonprofits About Storytelling, Leadership, and Engagement
- Nonprofits Aren’t Meant to Win—They’re Meant to Last
- Hanukkah as a Blueprint for Sustainable Donor and Community Relationships
- The One-Shot Mindset: How Borrowing Film Techniques Can Help Nonprofits See Their Work Differently
- Everything I Need to Know About Nonprofits I Learned from Children’s Books
- Why Nonprofits Should Stop Chasing the New and Start Rebooting the Old
- The Summer Reset: Why Your Nonprofit Needs a Season of Reflection
- Level Up Your Impact: Game Design Principles for Nonprofit Success
- Not Everyone Feels Like They Belong—And That’s Our Problem to Solve
- How to Tell Your Nonprofit’s Cinderella Story: Why Everyone Loves an Underdog
Marketing & Communications
- The Backstage Advantage 5 Ways Behind-the-Scenes Stories Strengthen Your Nonprofit Marketing and Communications
- Stop Chasing Attention. Start Building Trust — Marketing & Communications for the Infinite Game
- Why the Hanukkah Candles Might Be the Best Marketing Lesson You’ll Get This Year
- Color Grading Your Brand: What Film Teaches Nonprofits About Tone, Mood, and Emotional Consistency
- Goodnight Noise: The Power of Quiet and Consistency in Nonprofit Communications
- Kid-Friendly Marketing: How to Make Your Nonprofit Communications Clear, Simple, and Engaging
- Why Nonprofit Communications Should Think Like a Polaroid
- Sunscreen & Storytelling: Protecting and Amplifying Your Brand in the Summer Sun
- Marketing Like Mario: 5 Nonprofit Lessons from the World’s Biggest Games
- Virtual Togetherness: Can We Build Real Community Online?
Fundraising & Development
- Fund the Rink, Not Just the Medal: 5 Ways Behind-the-Scenes Stories Strengthen Nonprofit Fundraising
- Fundraising Isn’t About the Gift. It’s About the Relationship.
- What Hanukkah Gift Giving Teaches Us About Fundraising That Actually Works
- The Slow Reveal: Borrowing Film Pacing to Build Toward a Meaningful Fundraising Ask
- The Giving Tree Dilemma: How Nonprofits Can Give Generously Without Losing Themselves
- Lowering the Giving Window: Making Philanthropy Approachable for All
- What Fundraising Can Learn from the Return of Records and Cassettes
- Lemonade Stand Fundraising: What Summer Teaches Us About Grassroots Giving
- Gamify Your Giving: 5 Ways to Use Gamification to Supercharge Fundraising
- From Donors to Believers: Building Transformational Giving
Events & Membership Engagement
- From Audience to Insiders: 5 Ways Behind-the-Scenes Stories Increase Membership Engagement and Retention
- Engagement Is Not Attendance—It’s Belonging
- How Hanukkah’s Fried Foods Explain What Engagement and Events Are Really For
- The Cold Open: Starting Events With an Emotional Hook Before the Welcome Remarks
- Let the Wild Rumpus Start: Inviting Members Into Adventure and Belonging
- The View from Down Here: Designing Events Everyone Can Enjoy
- 5 Engagement Tips Inspired by the Return of Mom Jeans
- S’more Than Just an Event: The Campfire Approach to Community Engagement
- What Minecraft Teaches Us About Community: Game Theory for Nonprofits
- Board Members Are Community Members First
Hey There!
I’m Ben – the author of The Nonprofit Imagineers.
I’m so glad to meet you!
I have been serving the nonprofit community for more than 20 years and, during that time, I’ve built a reputation for the creativity that I inject into nonprofit marketing, communications, fundraising, programming, and membership engagement.
After graduating from UC Santa Barbara, I began working in marketing, communications, and creative roles with an assortment of businesses and organizations, including the Hebrew Union College, The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles, schools, religious organizations and a variety of mission-driven nonprofits.
In 2007, I founded Inspired Multimedia, Inc., a consulting firm specializing in working with nonprofit organizations around the world to build websites, improve marketing efforts and provide tools and resources customized to fit this niche. During that time, I also co-founded and ran a thriving nonprofit group for young professionals in the Los Angeles area, receiving national recognition and grants.
I’m a diehard Disney fan (in case that wasn’t already clear), enjoy playing music, cooking, and working with my hands, and I live in Los Angeles with my wife Elana, a fellow nonprofit professional, and our two brilliant and creative children, Evan and Judah.
Pretty much everything you see on this site and receive in your inbox will be coming from me, so feel free to contact me with your ideas, questions and suggestions. I’m all ears!
People Love The Nonprofit Imagineers!
Don’t act so surprised! It was an awesome book.
As a lifelong Disney fan and volunteer, I found that Ben's storytelling format actually utilizes many of the techniques that he discusses. His messaging is highly relatable, practicable, and thought-provoking. As a non-profit executive I will advocate the use of many imagineering practices throughout our organization, and encourage others to do the same. Trust the process!
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Executive DirectorI'm very happy after going through your book. I enjoyed every single line I read, moreover I can't hesitate to say this book will contribute a lot to achievements for different people who are running initiative work.
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Nonprofit Strategy ConsultantThe Nonprofit Imagineers is smart, insightful, and a pleasure to read. The clear and detailed examples help make the Disney creative philosophy come to life. Prepare to be inspired to think broadly and dream big about the future of your organization.
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