Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Giving Days are not a new idea and have been successful in local communities and entire states, like GiveMN which raised $2 million in 24 hours using the Razoo platform. Razoo has promoted local giving days, including Twive and Receive and recently announced reaching a milestone of raising $100 million.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 11, 2013

More than 10,000 partner charities, volunteer organizations, corporations, community centers and foundations joined in the ‘giving spirit’ as they asked donors to give to their favorite causes from across the nation and around the world. Online giving on #GivingTuesday 2013 was up 90% compared to 2012.

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DECEMBER 4, 2013

More than 10,000 partner charities, volunteer organizations, corporations, community centers and foundations joined in the ‘giving spirit’ as they asked donors to give to their favorite causes from across the nation and around the world. Online giving on #GivingTuesday 2013 was up 90% compared to 2012.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 31, 2018

In the local context, Kenyan’s give an extremely high proportion of their earnings as donations (cc. The lack of trust between NGOs and local Kenyans and the expectancy that NGOs are funded from outside Kenya are the key reasons for limited local fundraising towards NGO in Kenya.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

The concept of Giving Tuesday has been in circulation since at least 2012, after a concerted drive by the nonprofit industry to refocus on giving to those in need during the holiday season, and it’s only grown in prominence since then. . Alongside those efforts, explore the local institutions like the clubs, businesses, and more.

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CauseVox

JUNE 28, 2021

Since 2012, thousands of nonprofits have run campaigns on CauseVox ’s fundraising platform. Charity events don’t just raise money for your charity, they also help to engage your supporters and bring publicity to your cause. Yes, people will jump into ice cold water for your cause! Click to Tweet.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 29, 2013

Similar exchange systems were also established with the police department and local nonprofits that might refer youth to the shelter. On Nov 24, 2012 the. After getting all of the safety things in order, I met with the Alaska State Troopers and worked out an exchange system for the youth in need of shelter. The police. the job done.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The first GivingTuesday took place in 2012, and since then it’s grown into a global movement. Solicit donors who are interested in your cause—but might not be ready to give right now—and you can spend the next few months showing them what makes your nonprofit the best choice for their Giving Tuesday gift. Run a drive.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

These donors are most likely to support the causes of children and youth (15%) , health and wellness (11%) , and animals and wildlife (11%). Launched in 2012, #GivingTuesday has tremendous opportunity to grow into a global day of giving that could raise hundreds of millions of dollars for organizations.

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Department of Housing and Urban Development) transitions threatened most aspects of our funding, I said “yes” to more than 12 local and state boards while serving as an executive director of an affordable housing nonprofit and vice president of our state coalition. Antionette Kerr will speak at Cause Camp 2020. At a time when HUD (U.S.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

In 2012, President Barack Obama named September National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month to raise awareness of pediatric cancer. Pediatric cancer is the leading cause of death by disease for children. Each day, 43 kids in the U.S. are expected to be diagnosed with cancer. Approximately 1 in 285 children in the U.S.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Despite increasing commercialism, the holidays traditionally get people thinking about ways they can give—whether they’re wrapping gifts for loved ones or donating time and money to a cause they care about. Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 at the 92nd Street Y’s Belfer Center for Innovation and Social Impact in New York City.

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Qgiv

MARCH 9, 2022

But as you’re talking to potential supporters, it’s important to emphasize that homelessness impacts local communities in broad (and sometimes unexpected) ways. That leads to a lighter load on the system, which reduces healthcare costs for everyone accessing healthcare locally. The goal is to build support throughout local communities.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Those initial fundings rarely come from online donations, most are community-based initiatives, companies, and local government incentives. But small causes here in Brazil make a very big difference in social impact. Doare was founded in 2012 with a focus on recurring donations. 11% of donors in Brazil give tribute gifts.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 6, 2013

There was a lot of buzz about crowdfunding in 2012: a video game called Star Citizen raised more than $7 million, Kickstarter banned nonprofits from using its platform (see #3 on that page), and a Tumblr popped up that takes aim at suspicious crowdfunding projects. So why is this buzzword suddenly all over the place in the nonprofit world?

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

What started in 2012 has exploded into the biggest giving day of the year, inspiring hundreds of millions of people worldwide to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Consider offering volunteer opportunities and other ways people can get involved with your cause. Then continue to inspire people to support your cause.

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 31, 2021

What started in 2012 has exploded into the biggest giving day of the year, inspiring hundreds of millions of people worldwide to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Consider offering volunteer opportunities and other ways people can get involved with your cause. Then continue to inspire people to support your cause.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 16, 2012

With strong roots in prior national giving events and contests such as Twestival Local and America’s Giving Challenge , we wanted Twive to have the same fun spirit of those early ground-breaking giving events. Cities across America will compete to win their share of $30,000 in award money for a locally-serving nonprofit.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 2, 2012

your cause - without leaving your desk." Bonus: See an overview of our Local Impact Map and see how you can get it for your nonprofit. " Local Community Organizers Affinity Group. Find your fellow local community organizers here to discuss the struggles, challenges and rewards of community organizing.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

In 2012, New York's 92nd Street Y , in tandem with the UN Foundation , started #GivingTuesday as an event to be observed on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving. GivingTuesday inspires us to give to causes that we care about. Some of the ways she mentioned are: Cities and counties raising funds for several local charities.

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JANUARY 10, 2012

Advocacy Rising In 2012: What this Means for your Organization? Whether your organization is local or national, with the right tools and techniques, you can tap into the rising tide of advocacy and make your voice heard. When: February 7-9, 2012. Frogloop has a 15% discount code for nonprofits. The code is Mike15.

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

Let me take you back to March 2012. On April 20th, 2012 Soles-de-Soul was born. became a familiar face amongst the local community. Melissa founded Soles-de-Soul , a health advocacy organization, in 2012. Read Dick Erwin''s, " Fighting for a cause. ". experimenting to say the least. Long story short, the one-year.

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AUGUST 30, 2012

If you're in the Washington, DC area, the early bird registration rate for the AgileDC 2012 conference expires September 1. AgileDC 2012 will run for one action-packed day on October 23, and feature as keynote speaker Jim Highsmith, Executive Consultant with ThoughtWorks, Inc., Anything we missed? Share your links in the comments!

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 15, 2012

But a new survey of more than 6,500 people ages 20 to 35 shows they are inclined to give—and are more than willing to ask their friends and relatives to do the same—when they feel passionately about a cause. They were looking to harness the power of all the local food banks' (over 200) online communities."

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 10, 2011

Here’s a sample of our accomplishments: Martus , our secure, open-source information management software for human rights defenders continued to empower many human rights groups worldwide to secure thousands of stories of human rights violations and to use this information strategically to advance their causes.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 13, 2013

Microsoft employees are passionate about supporting their own communities and other causes they care about. In 2012, Microsoft employees reached an incredible milestone – 30 years and $1 billion in employee giving to more than 31,000 nonprofits around the world. Microsoft gives because it cares about our local communities.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 4, 2012

In January of this year, nonprofit organization Invisible Children released “Kony 2012,” a video about Joseph Kony. We have entered an age where silence and misinformation are no longer acceptable, and supporters are eager to rally around causes. Now is the time to act and give your cause the voice it needs.

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Tech Soup

JULY 31, 2012

To generate innovative strategies and solve problems in underserved communities, SAP and Ashoka have created a global competition, " The Power of Small: Entrepreneurs Strengthening Local Economies." Enter or nominate an idea before the deadline of September 5, 2012. Green business. Vulnerable populations.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 21, 2013

We expect the federal, state, and local governments to play a role in educating our children, helping communities rebuild after natural disasters, and improving our collective quality of life. Available government resources are tied to the same macro-economic trends that cause an increase in service demand. So to cover. disruption.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 19, 2012

GEO’s 2012 National Conference shared a range of perspectives and new ideas for smarter grantmaking that leads to better results and presents opportunities for participants to learn from the wisdom and experience of their peers. The Internet Gets Charitable – guest post by Darin McKeever. that touches on the subject.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 26, 2013

Their name and logo are so well-known that the average American trusts their brand and, (arguably) because of this, is likely to donate to their cause. In the article Non-profit branding: Cause and brand effect the author states “Lots of not-for-profits were set up to deal with public symptoms. Brand Strategy , 25-25. [2]

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 27, 2017

The release of Andrew Carnegie’s Gospel of Wealth in 1889 promoted the idea of owing a duty to society, and encouraged donating to causes. A cause many found to be worthwhile was the YMCA. This took the organization from a private franchise focused on local chapters to one the entire nation—and big donors—could get behind.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 12, 2013

It wasn’t simply about throwing money at an international issue - it was about listening to local problems, local solutions, and local thought. I learned I could and should offer assistance to local citizens who asked for it. Local problems, local solutions. I worked with a locally founded (and inspiring!)

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 23, 2012

From the arts to youth, and everything in between – you’re passionate about your cause and the world is a better place because of it. Now, it’s the nearing the end of 2012. and Canadian nonprofits (as of October 1, 2012 – it’s growing by approximately 1 million donations per month).

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Tech Soup

MAY 19, 2017

Your charity can host local workshops, activities, and tours so guests can get to know your cause. Find out more on this new way to promote your cause. Windows Server 2012 R2 Comprehensive Online Learning for IT Administrators. One hundred percent of what guests pay goes directly to your organization.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 16, 2013

By no means is this a scientific study with a large pool of data, but at the very least you can compare your nonprofit’s “Donate Now” process to this year’s 31 Favorite Nonprofits which range from small, local nonprofits to large, international nonprofits. The NCPSSM is very familiar with my advice on the subject.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 12, 2015

Whether it’s sharing a #CecilTheLion cartoon, or sharing a #PlannedParenthood petition, all of these actions are expressions of our passion for causes we love. Since GoFundMe is an open platform where people can solicit support for life events of any kind users have found plenty of uses for it – like supporting charitable causes.

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