Wrapping Up the Year Without a Big Bash

As the year draws to a close, it's time for not-for-profit organisations to reflect on their accomplishments and celebrate their impact.

The end of the year provides a perfect opportunity to acknowledge the hard work, dedication, and positive change achieved by teams in the not-for-profit sector.

We've collated five ways simple and no fuss ways to celebrate the wins and camaraderie that get to the heart of community organisations without your standard end-of-year bash!

Virtual Toast and Awards Night

Gather your team for a virtual toast and awards night to recognise outstanding contributions.

Create fun and quirky awards that highlight team members' unique strengths and achievements.

This can be an entertaining way to celebrate both individual and collective successes, fostering a sense of appreciation and unity. You can scale this up to a big bash or make it a super simple facilitated raise a glass.

Reflective Storytelling Session

Invite team members to share their most memorable experiences from the past year. Whether heartwarming, funny, or challenging, these stories offer a chance for everyone to connect on a personal level.

To take it a step further, consider compiling these stories into a digital scrapbook or video montage to immortalise the organisation's journey and milestones.

Impact Showcase Event

Host a virtual or in-person event to showcase the tangible impact of your organisation's efforts.

Share success stories, testimonials, and statistics that highlight the positive change brought about by your team's hard work. Look at how your organisation fits into the big picture eg. if you are localised, grab national stats and share those and how you are a part of them.

This can be a powerful reminder of the meaningful contributions made throughout the year and remind people that what we do matters.

Team Building Day

Organise a day-long team-building day retreat to celebrate wins and strengthen bonds.

Whether it's a virtual escape room, an outdoor adventure, or a collaborative workshop, this team-building day will allow team members to relax and enjoy each other's company without the not-for-profit daily workload!

Gratitude and Recognition Wall

Create a virtual gratitude and recognition wall where team members can express their appreciation for their colleagues. You can use the Zoom or Canva's whiteboard for this!

Encourage everyone to leave notes of thanks and recognition for the specific contributions that made a difference.

This digital wall becomes a living testament to the collective spirit of your organisation.

As not-for-profit leaders, we have so much to celebrate, and these engaging activities can provide a much-needed platform for reflection, gratitude, and connection to reinforce the bonds that make the not-for-profit sector truly exceptional.

So, gather your team, embrace the festivities, celebrate the wins that have shaped your organisation's impact in the last year and get excited about the year to come!!

We are so grateful for all you do.

Kim and the team at FA