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Unlock the Power of Authentic Communication

Elevate your mission and connect deeper with your community.

What We Do

We support mission-driven organizations by developing and implementing strategies aimed to engage and expand your audience through authentic communication.

Your Current Challenges

Limited Engagement

Organizations struggling to effectively engage their audience face challenges in mobilizing support, attracting volunteers, and fostering community involvement.

Ineffective Communication

Organizations encountering difficulties in conveying their mission, impact, and goals in a compelling and authentic manner may experience setbacks in building trust, securing funding, and garnering support from stakeholders.

Lack of Visibility

Organizations facing challenges in standing out online and capturing the attention of their target audience may struggle to attract donors, volunteers, and resources.

Your Communications Goals

Cohesive Branding and

Messaging

You desire a cohesive brand and messaging that resonates with your audience and communicates your mission with clarity.

Authentic Audience 

Engagement

You want to organically engage and retain your audience to support your mission.

Maximized

Impact

You aim to raise awareness, attract resources, and drive positive change in your community.

Authentic Impact

Our Service Package

We offer a package of monthly recurring services to support your digital communications and marketing efforts. This package is designed for organizations in need of a digital communications strategy to support current programs or to promote upcoming events.

Social Media Management

We create and schedule social media posts, monitor engagement, and analyze results.

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Email Marketing

We develop and execute personalized email campaigns, including creating content and designing templates.

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Website Maintenance

We keep your website updated with fresh content, monitoring website traffic and analytics, and optimizing the website for search engines (SEO).

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Content Creation

We develop blog posts and other marketing materials that will engage your audience and support your organization's mission.

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Learn about the Authentic Impact Program

The Authentic Impact Program is designed for organizations in need of restructuring their existing communications strategy. Through a combination of personalized consulting, training workshops, and strategic support, participating organizations will gain the tools and resources needed to effectively engage audiences and achieve mission-driven goals.

Program Offerings

Personalized Consulting

Training Workshops

Strategic Support

12-Month Program Outline

Months 1-2

DISCOVERY PHASE

Needs Assessment

Stakeholder Interviews

Crafting Your Narrative Workshop

Months 3-4

STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT

Content Strategy

Social Media and Website Audit

Audience Persona Development

Months 5-6

IMPLEMENTATION KICK-OFF

Content Creation

Storytelling Training Session

Website Update and Maintenance

Months 7-9

ENGAGING THE COMMUNITY

Email Marketing Campaign

Storytelling Workshop

Social Media Management

Months 10-12

EVALUATION AND OPTIMIZATION

Impact Assessment

Optimization Plan

Future-proofing Strategies Workshop

Program Options

We have condensed 3-month and 6-month programs each designed maintain the key elements of the 12-month program, focusing on quick wins and impactful storytelling within a shorter timeframe.

Program Outcomes

A Cohesive Brand that Reflects Values, Mission, and Impact

Key Results:

Develop or refine brand guidelines that accurately represent your values and mission.

Implement brand updates across key touchpoints including website, social media profiles, and marketing materials.

Strengthened Audience Engagement

Key Results:

Increase donor retention rates through improved storytelling and brand messaging.

Expand reach within target communities by increasing social media following or website traffic through more engaging storytelling content.

Enhanced Communication Effectiveness

Key Results:

Effectively communicate the impact of your programs and initiatives to donors and stakeholders through storytelling.

Receive positive feedback from stakeholders regarding the clarity and effectiveness of communication materials.

About Shanell Jones

Authentic Impact Program Facilitator

Shanell is a communications consultant with over 10 years of experience working with nonprofit organizations. Her expertise has led her to start Authentic Ground to help people who help people by developing marketing and communications strategies for impact. She is also a master multi-tasker as a wife and mother of two girls.

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We had an excellent experience working with Shanell on both a communications planning effort, and then ongoing implementation of the plan. She's bright, engaging, a thoughtful wordsmith, committed to the communities she serves, and most of all -- really knows how to help you get your communications and marketing work in gear! The East Side Employment xChange isn't always easy to explain or share, and Authentic Ground helped us make our messaging clear, compelling, and concise. 💚 We are deeply appreciative and recommend her highly!

Luke Weisberg, Staff Coordinator, East Side Employment xChange

"Shanell helped us frame a better message and a fresh campaign that provided immediate results."

Darcy Hubbard, Executive Director, Fairfax CASA

"After one session with Shanell, we were able to identify some issues that have contributed to my business being stagnant and were also able to create a map to get things moving in the right direction."

Tony J., Founder, King Industry

"Shanell was able to help jumpstart our company’s mission and values we were striving to identify! Once distinguished, our company had a clear recipe on a business plan going forward! Thank you a million!"

Shaneek H., Dreams Diamonds Clothing

"Shanell helped me move my ideas from my head onto paper, giving me tangible goals and clearer direction on what to do next!"

Aleah K., The Miracle Center

"Shanell provided a great atmosphere that was non-judgement. She listened thoroughly and helped me to really hone in on creative ways to execute my entrepreneurial aspirations!"

Demitri M., To M33ch His Own LLC

Authentic Ground works with mission-driven organizations to enhance their brand identity and storytelling.

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Transform Your Impact

The Authentic Impact Program offers a comprehensive and personalized approach to strategic communications, empowering organizations to authentically engage with their audiences and drive meaningful change in their communities.

Questions and Answers

01.

What is the investment for this service?

The Authentic Impact Program is not available as individual services; instead, it is customized to address the specific needs of each organization. The program requires a minimum monthly investment of $5,000, depending on organization size and need.

03.

What ongoing support will be provided throughout the duration of the program?

Throughout the program, we host bi-weekly or monthly check-ins to ensure alignment and address any emerging needs.

02.

What are the available payment options?

We offer a monthly subscription model, spreading the total cost over the duration of the program. 

04.

What if we can't afford this program?

We offer a monthly recurring services package that caters to your specific organizational needs and budget. Contact us to learn more. 

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