2023 Donor Survey Step 1 of 7 14% Got 10 minutes for 20 Survey Questions? Please lend us a hand today - so that we can champion hope for at-risk children as effectively as possible.This is an anonymous survey unless you choose to provide your name. Should you wish to provide your name and/or update your personal information there will be an opportunity to do so at the end of the survey. Thank you for your participation! 1. I have been a Hope Story supporter for: (Choose one): 5 or more years less than 5 years less than 3 years less than 1 year 2. I first heard about Hope Story through (Choose one): Internet search At my church At a Hope Story event From a friend or family member From my teacher, school, university or college Through social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) An online ad At a public speaking presentation Other/or I don’t recall how I first heard about Hope Story 3. I first chose to support Hope Story because (Choose as many as apply): I like to give through child sponsorship To support vulnerable children I prefer to give to a Christian organization who presents the Good News of Christ I feel confident that Hope Story keeps overhead costs as low as possible I like giving to a smaller organization, it helps me feel connected Hope Story’s model of working through local churches appeals to me Hope Story was recommended to me by someone I trust Because I once traveled to the field on a team or vision trip Other (please specify) Other 4. Hope Story regularly speaks about our global church partners, and that we work through local, indigenous (in-country) churches. How do you feel about this? (Choose one) Hope Story’s commitment to working through locally based churches is very important to me and I’d like to hear more You’ve got it right. This is addressed in the right way, with appropriate frequency A little less on this. I am more interested in what you do than how you do it I am not really interested in this I don’t understand it very much 5. Choose 4 words or terms that best describe Hope Story’s work to you: Education Nutrition Mental Health Evangelism Family Strength Poverty Relief Health Sponsorship Discipleship Emergency Relief Food Relief Strong Community Agriculture Vocational Training International Development 6. What do you think of when we ask supporters to “Champion Hope for At-Risk Children”(We feel these are all true – but please choose the TWO that resonate most with you) Alleviate poverty for vulnerable children Share the Gospel with children and help them to grow in their faith Help vulnerable children grow up physically healthier and stronger Strengthen families of vulnerable children so they can provide for their kids Provide education & learning opportunities for vulnerable children 7. Which phrase below is the most meaningful/inspiring to you? (Choose one) Help vulnerable children thrive Champion hope for at-risk children Write hope into a child’s story 8. I usually like to get my updates on Hope Story’s work by (Choose all that apply): Visiting the website Social media (Facebook, Instagram) Phone calls from staff or volunteers Emails Mailed letters & publications In-person events Webinar updates with partners Through my church (either when a speaker visits, or when your church presents the information) Bonus Question I get too many updates I get too few updates I get just the right number of updates 9. What do you especially enjoy seeing in a Hope Story Update? (Choose the TOP TWO): Stories of children Stories of our church partners (i.e. the people) News about the country I most often support Impact numbers & statistics Prayer points Status updates on what I have given to recently 10. I have visited Hope Story’s website (Choose one): I have visited Hope Story’s website once or twice I go to Hope Story’s website at least once a year I go to Hope Story’s website at least 2+ times a year I have not visited Hope Story’s website, but I visit other charity websites I have not visited Hope Story’s website, and I don’t often visit charity websites 11. I have made an online donation to Hope Story or to another charity/non-profit (Choose one): I never donate online I sometimes donate online I regularly make donations to charities/non-profits online 12. Do you find it easy to give to Hope Story in the way you prefer to give? (Choose one): Yes – very easy Moderately easy – sometimes I have to hunt around for a giving option Difficult Difficuly explained 13. I use these social media sites at least somewhat regularly (Choose all that apply): Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube TikTok Reddit Snapchat Pinterest Tumblr I don’t use social media very much (or not at all) 14. I listen to a local Christian radio station (Choose one): Once or more a week Once or more a month Hardly ever/not at all 15. Check off THREE LINES of words which best describe Hope Story’s “personality” as an organization to youChoose your TOP 3 out of the 6 lines of grouped words Vision, Transformation, Inspiration Wisdom, Knowledge, Thoughtfulness Citizenship, Humility, Dignity Innovation, Unconventional, Motivational Nurturing, Caring, Compassion Challenge, Leadership, Courage 16. How high is your trust that your donations to Hope Story’s work make an impact? VERY HIGH. A tremendous impact! I know each gift really helps vulnerable children. HIGH. A pretty good impact. You steward my giving well. MODERATE. I’m not entirely sure, though I have no reason to doubt. LOW. I have some questions/I really don’t know. 17. What other causes/charities do you support? Please list THREE, excluding church tithes. This is still completely anonymous unless you decide to provide your name on the last page. The following questions are of a personal nature. We respect your privacy and maintain strict confidentiality in all information you provide us. Individual survey responses will be reviewed by Hope Story staff member only.18. Gender Male Female 19. I am in the following age group (Check the group that applies): Under 18 18-30 31-40 41-50 51-60 61-70 71-80 81-90 91+ 20. Christian denomination of faith I have affinity to a Christian denomination or other faith I am non-denominational Christian No specific faith tradition The Christian denomination or other faith that I have affinity to is: QUESTIONS that would require your personal information if you are willing Providing your name here means your survey is not anonymous anymore, but it will still remain confidential. Hope Story does not share personal donor information and only a Hope Story staff member will see your personal information.Personal CallParticipate in a 10-15-minute private call to share your thoughts on Hope Story Yes No Planned Giving OpportunityAdd a gift to your will. A Christian, Kitchener, ON based lawyer and former Hope Story Board Chair has volunteered to add a codicil to an existing will, pro bono if you wish to leave a gift to Hope Story. Hope Story staff member Karen Hughes will contact you if you are interested in this opportunity. Yes No The best day to reach me by phone for an interview would be (check all that apply): Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday The best time to reach me would be (check all that apply): 9am to noon Noon to 3pm 3pm-5pm Email me first to set up a time This is an update to my contact information. 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