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OCTOBER 5, 2009

In 2008, over two trillion text messages were sent worldwide. If you are going to design your own mobile Website, make sure you check out the article Mobile Web Design Trends For 2009. There are more than 65 million active users currently accessing Facebook through their mobile devices and that number grows daily.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2007

» Friday Jul 14 2006 Best day to send an e-mail - is there a seasonality factor? Have you been sending your e-mails on a Monday? Perhaps its worth revisiting the topic: which day of the week results in highest e-mail click through rates? Thats what I thought. Friday, July 14, 2006 at 02:15PM | by Agata K.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 30, 2009

article published in our September newsletter , Blackbaud's Steve MacLaughlin. revealed that while overall fundraising was down 2% in 2008, online fundraising. month of December accounted for 21% of the transaction volume in 2008 -- but. It's definitely time to start thinking about your end-of-year e-mail.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2013

The year is 2008. Put out a mailing to past donors, create a marketing campaign and yet another fundraiser. (A Our nonprofit 50l(c)(3) child advocacy agency survived the Great Recession of 2008-2013. Like this article? Donnalee Sarda, LPC , Executive Director. Defenders of Children. Get another! Read Clyde W.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2006

60) Search « Lean, Mean Blogging Machines | Main | Crowd-sourcing to Clean up Elections and Foil Chad » Friday Nov 10 2006 Featured Article from Care2 News Network (our own little digg) Friday, November 10, 2006 at 01:37PM | by Mark Source: Spirit Bear Youth Coalition. Copyright © 2008, Care2.com By: Simon Jackson.

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JUNE 5, 2009

Regardless of whether you believe direct mail is on its way out -- and many smart people seem to disagree with each other on this point – nearly everyone agrees that the role of online giving is only becoming more important over time. The total amount of money raised online increased by 26 percent from 2007 to 2008. Earned media.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 2, 2009

note: This article is part of NTEN's Member Appreciation Month spectacular. In 2008, Convio pioneered a new program called Convio Go!™ Tags: E-mail Fundraising. Meg Murphy, Convio. [Ed. The most popular pieces will be featured in our newsletter. You can read all the details here. ]. Do these statements sound familiar?

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Have Fun - Do Good

DECEMBER 3, 2008

Instead of creating my own 2008 list, I thought I'd do a roundup of some of the lists I've found. 2008 Charitable Holiday Shopping Guide , Part 1 on The Vibe. Some of the ideas that have already been contributed are Recycle for United Cerebal Palsy , Holiday Mail for Heroes, and GoodSearch. There will be a Part 2 & 3).

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DECEMBER 5, 2008

1 Comment | by Share Article in Marketing Research , Online Fundraising Reader Comments (1) I really enjoyed your article working in the fundraising industry and being a volunteer for a local soccer club, I have seen firsthand the concerns that many are having. All rights reserved.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 11, 2010

When PID is kept in different buckets, it’s harder to manage and create customized communication -- like when mailing addresses and emails are kept in separate systems, due to legacy databases or department requests. . Grab my mailing address and you can send more locally-focused messaging (or junk mail). During his 4.5

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FEBRUARY 17, 2009

» Tuesday Feb 17 2009 Reaching Baby Boomers: The Next Big Demographic in Nonprofit Online Fundraising Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 03:50PM | by Allyson Kapin By: Allyson Kapin , Blogger-In-Chief Direct Mail acquisition is one of the most expensive ways to raise money these days. Direct Mail typically generates a 0.5%

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MAY 8, 2008

May 9, 2008 | Kaya Matteo Thanks for sharing. May 14, 2008 | Kivi Miller Copyright © 2008, Care2.com Email tops the list, followed by your Website, your campaign savvy and the quality of the actions you ask your constituents to take. All rights reserved. All Care2 terms of service and privacy policies apply.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 10, 2011

Yesterday, they published the list of organizations that have lost their exemption from paying income tax due to failure to file required reports in 2007, 2008, and 2009. The "Fall Festival" advertised on their homepage is for 2008, and the "events" link opens up to a May 2009 calendar. I really liked this article. Central Ave.

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Care2

MAY 1, 2008

Heres the outline: Tell a story Keep the audience in mind Make a clear call to action Shoot video with repurposing in mind Think outside the box Prepare a script and get some feedback B-roll is important Sound is critical Give the viewer the right web tools Host a screening To get the details, read the full article. All rights reserved.

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APRIL 24, 2008

More benchmark articles can be found here. Post a Comment | by Share Article in Nonprofit Benchmark Studies , Online Fundraising , Online Marketing Reader Comments There are no comments for this journal entry. Copyright © 2008, Care2.com To create a new comment, use the form below. All rights reserved.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

Stay@Home was conducted as a traditional nonevent fund-raising activity: CC mailed invitations to its prospects and donors asking them to stay at home. CC launched Red House@Your House with a mail and e-mail campaign. In 2008, the event netted about $18,000. The cocktail party had an auction and a raffle.

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APRIL 16, 2008

60) Search « Convio Online Marketing Nonprofit Benchmarks Released | Main | LOLseals: Flickr API Contest Gets HSUS Over 3,000 Entries » Tuesday Mar 25 2008 Whats an Email Address Worth? Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at 12:36PM | by Eric Rardin How to Measure the Value of an Online Supporter Over here at Care2 we get this question a lot.

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DECEMBER 8, 2008

The webinar, hosted by Care2s own Eric Rardin, features two highly successful online fundraisers, Madeline Stanionis , CEO and founder of the Watershed Company and online fundraising guru, and Elise Fullerton, direct mail manager and online fundraising maestro for Alley Cat Allies. Click here to watch the replay. All rights reserved.

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MAY 9, 2008

May 9, 2008 | Kaya Matteo Thanks for sharing. May 14, 2008 | Kivi Miller Copyright © 2008, Care2.com Email tops the list, followed by your Website, your campaign savvy and the quality of the actions you ask your constituents to take. All rights reserved. All Care2 terms of service and privacy policies apply.

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MARCH 25, 2008

60) Search « Convio Online Marketing Nonprofit Benchmarks Released | Main | LOLseals: Flickr API Contest Gets HSUS Over 3,000 Entries » Tuesday Mar 25 2008 Whats an Email Address Worth? Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at 12:36PM | by Eric Rardin How to Measure the Value of an Online Supporter Over here at Care2 we get this question a lot.

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Care2

FEBRUARY 17, 2009

» Tuesday Feb 17 2009 Reaching Baby Boomers: The Next Big Demographic in Nonprofit Online Fundraising Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 03:50PM | by Allyson Kapin By: Allyson Kapin , Blogger-In-Chief Direct Mail acquisition is one of the most expensive ways to raise money these days. Direct Mail typically generates a 0.5%

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Care2

SEPTEMBER 4, 2007

Paper direct mail should follow online direct mail, not the other way around. Click here to read the full article: [link] 1 Comment | by Share Article in Technology Reader Comments (1) Hi Hatef - thanks for the link to this very useful article! September 4, 2007 | Margaux OMalley Copyright © 2008, Care2.com

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AUGUST 12, 2008

Post a Comment | by Share Article in Misc. Copyright © 2008, Care2.com If you want to join the community, you can download the Knowmore Firefox extension here. Online Organizing , Technology Reader Comments There are no comments for this journal entry. To create a new comment, use the form below. All rights reserved.

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AUGUST 17, 2007

Paper direct mail should follow online direct mail, not the other way around. Click here to read the full article: [link] 1 Comment | by Share Article in Technology Reader Comments (1) Hi Hatef - thanks for the link to this very useful article! September 4, 2007 | Margaux OMalley Copyright © 2008, Care2.com

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OCTOBER 24, 2008

5 Comments | by Share Article in Misc. October 23, 2008 | Marinel James-this is great. October 28, 2008 | Hatef Really like this post on video conference information. November 20, 2008 | Video Conferencing Really like this post November 20, 2008 | Video Conferencing Thanks James for sharing such a useful information.

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APRIL 22, 2009

Elana Wolowitz (EW): Im pretty sure we started in May or June of 2008. This article was written by Deanna Zandt , a media technologist and consultant to key progressive media organizations. Receive monthly updates 1 Comment | by Share Article in Social Networking , Web 2.0 Deanna Zandt (DZ): How long have you been on Twitter?

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 13, 2011

So, I was immediately interested when a link to an article, titled " Good Intentions vs. Good Results ," popped up on my Twitter feed. The article is actually a blog post published last week on Sean Stannard-Stocktons Tactical Philanthropy Blog. I just saw another interesting article that is loosely related to this topic.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2008

2 Comments | by Share Article in Online Fundraising , Social Networking , Video Reader Comments (2) Ted, Clint. Bigger and better next February :) September 12, 2008 | Steve Bridger Its always wonderful to see successful individuals who have dedicated their careers to nonprofit management. nice interview - especially the tie bit!

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2008

2 Comments | by Share Article in Online Fundraising , Social Networking , Video Reader Comments (2) Ted, Clint. Bigger and better next February :) September 12, 2008 | Steve Bridger Its always wonderful to see successful individuals who have dedicated their careers to nonprofit management. nice interview - especially the tie bit!

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JANUARY 27, 2008

Applications will be available form Feb 1 to March 14, 2008. Network-Centric Advocacy blogs points to a new feature at Alex's Lemonade Stand called "From the Mail Bag." Reacting to the Chronicle's Direct Mail is Dead , the Donor Power blog says not so fast. Then enter The Netsquared Mashup Challenge !

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APRIL 15, 2008

» Friday Mar 28 2008 Convio Online Marketing Nonprofit Benchmarks Released Friday, March 28, 2008 at 11:53AM | by James OMalley Convio recently released their second annual nonprofit online marketing benchmarks study. April 15, 2008 | Jordan V Copyright © 2008, Care2.com Check out the full study here.

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MARCH 28, 2008

» Friday Mar 28 2008 Convio Online Marketing Nonprofit Benchmarks Released Friday, March 28, 2008 at 11:53AM | by James OMalley Convio recently released their second annual nonprofit online marketing benchmarks study. April 15, 2008 | Jordan V Copyright © 2008, Care2.com Check out the full study here.

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JULY 17, 2008

60) Search « Webinar: Using Email to Engage Activists, Cultivate Donors | Main | Three Tips: How to Harness the Power of Video for Nonprofits » Wednesday Jul 16 2008 Bring Your Idea to Life at Social Actions Wiki Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at 10:00AM | by Hatef Yamini Got ideas? Contribute your ideas here.

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JULY 16, 2008

60) Search « Webinar: Using Email to Engage Activists, Cultivate Donors | Main | Three Tips: How to Harness the Power of Video for Nonprofits » Wednesday Jul 16 2008 Bring Your Idea to Life at Social Actions Wiki Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at 10:00AM | by Hatef Yamini Got ideas? Contribute your ideas here.

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DECEMBER 28, 2008

link] 1 Comment | by Share Article in Online Fundraising Reader Comments (1) While I believe that its important for non profits to be available at the year end to receive any last minute donations by warm-hearted givers, I would caution against making a habit of relying on the circumstance of a year-end to solicit those contributions.

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MAY 8, 2009

See Frogloop’s recent article on Facebook Causes ). Receive monthly updates 3 Comments | by Share Article in Marketing Research , Social Networking , Trends , Web 2.0 May 11, 2009 | Caitlin Jennings Copyright © 2008, Care2.com Over 50% say that they intend to increase social network staffing over the next 12 months.

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MAY 22, 2008

1 Comment | by Share Article in Case Studies , Marketing Research , Online Fundraising Reader Comments (1) We at Donordigital are super excited about the opportunities that landing page optimization opens up for non-profits, glad to see that others feel the same way. May 22, 2008 | Melissa Tooley Copyright © 2008, Care2.com

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