Level Up USA

St. Jude’s


Donor Acquisition & Cause Education

Challenges

Increase recurring donor sign-ups in targeted U.S. markets

Strengthen emotional connection with St. Jude’s mission

Engage younger audiences through in-person outreach

Drive measurable fundraising results through local activation

Strategy & Execution

01.

In-Market Experiential Fundraising

  • Level Up USA brought St. Jude’s mission directly into communities through:
    • Pop-up booths in high-traffic areas
    • Branded setups featuring patient stories and hospital impact
    • Trained ambassadors facilitating real-time conversations
  • This created a human, approachable experience rather than a distant nonprofit appeal.
02.

Emotional Storytelling Approach

  • The campaign centered on real patient journeys:
    • Stories of children treated at St. Jude and their families
    • Clear messaging: families never receive a bill for treatment
    • Visual content showing hope, recovery, and impact
  • This approach made the cause tangible and deeply personal.
03.

Performance Tracking & Optimization

  • Daily tracking of engagement, conversations, and conversions
  • Market-level performance comparisons
  • Ongoing training to improve ambassador messaging and effectiveness

Results

Increased Foot Traffic

Increased New Donors

Increased Positive Branding

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