Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 8, 2018

Last month, I was honored to present and facilitate an all-day workshop for nonprofit leaders at the Oregon Nonprofit Leadership Conference on how to activate a culture of well being in the nonprofit workplace, based on my book, The Happy Healthy Nonprofit: Strategies for Impact without Burnout. Here’s the list: Function.

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The Fundraising Authority

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

In Part 2, we will show you how to create systems at your organization. And this organization was in trouble. They lay out (systematize) the steps your nonprofit will take for each of the most important activities you engage in. Part 2: Establish Strong Fundraising Systems in Your Organization. 4 – Put it On a Calendar.

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BoardAssist

AUGUST 19, 2014

Turning to Strategy after the Audit: A Calendar of Activities. To help nonprofits make that shift, FMA staff huddled together and distilled our collective experience into a streamlined and easily accessible calendar for keeping track of your critical fiscal management activities throughout the year. Great advice Andrew!

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EveryAction

JULY 12, 2023

Here are five activities you can put into action between now and the end of the year to ensure your list is ready to go as soon as the 2024 sessions convene. One of the biggest mistakes that organizations make is ending their volunteer engagement soon after the state legislature declares sine die or adjourns indefinitely.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 28, 2020

By Alan Tyson , CEO of DATABASICS – a software product that enables nonprofits to report, approve, and track employee hours, activities, and spending from anywhere, something that is especially important in an increasingly decentralized environment. Zoom allows organizers to schedule calls, invite guests, and moderate meetings.

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.orgSource

MAY 28, 2024

In a digital market moving at the speed of a video game, recruiting the right staff is a make-or-break activity. Everything that organization does revolves around the strategic initiatives that drive the mission. Invest in Training “It’s incumbent on organizations to invest in their volunteers.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 17, 2023

In our current digital landscape, having a strong social media presence is essential for nonprofit organizations. Personal stories from beneficiaries or volunteers can be particularly effective in conveying your organization’s message. Develop a content calendar that outlines when and what type of content you’ll post.

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Judi Sohn

JUNE 17, 2011

Now I'm on the Board of NTEN and Holly and I joke about my being the "calendar police" since she almost scheduled a NTC over Passover again another year and I caught it in time. Her daughter is also active in our community and one of my dearest friends. I shouldn't be asked to by organizations I trust and value.

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Judi Sohn

JUNE 17, 2011

Now I'm on the Board of NTEN and Holly and I joke about my being the "calendar police" since she almost scheduled a NTC over Passover again another year and I caught it in time. Her daughter is also active in our community and one of my dearest friends. I shouldn't be asked to by organizations I trust and value.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 6, 2020

How are those fundraising organizations going to thank and steward those new donors? According to research : An average organization with a database of 50,000 records could be wasting up to $3,200 per mailing due to inaccurate addresses and deceased records. Tons of organizations are offering free training – including Blackbaud!

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 13, 2021

We all have our own way of doing things, but sometimes our work outgrows our organization methods. My calendar and ‘To Do’ list were written in a notebook. Today, work expectations are higher, there’s more to manage, and you simply must be more organized to grow a small nonprofit. Do you feel drained of energy all the time?

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.orgSource

JANUARY 9, 2023

Is it even possible in organizations where the staff has little control over who fills those seats? It’s a good idea to include people from outside your organization’s playing field who can introduce a different point of view and push the group forward.”. A calendar of events. Set Expectations. This seems obvious.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 4, 2022

This consists of guests attending an event at a physical location, but it can take many different forms — from a gala to a themed event, such as a concert or a carnival with many stalls and activities. . Opt for small and useful items, such as clothing, mugs, and calendars. 3) Hybrid fundraisers. 4) Live auctions. 5) Silent auctions.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Another client created a digital calendar with tips on how to care for a specific disease in each month of the year. Other content ideas we have helped create for Doing Good Digital clients: checklists, coloring pages, eBooks, videos, activity books, and stationery. You could also consider making the email address optional.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Member scoring is a crucial topic for organizations because providing superior member experience drives all associations. Any guidelines for determining member values will differ from organization to organization because membership needs are unique in each association. What activities matter the most to your members? .

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2022

With the introduction of culture to a digital environment, we saw interpersonal dynamics in a new light.orgCommunity , our professional development and networking organization, was thrilled to host two in-person events that brought people together to explore those themes and discuss significant issues that emerged from our post-pandemic experience.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

If you loved our 2018 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar get ready for our new, improved, and updated 2019 calendar! Throughout the year we'll be updating this calendar with even more conferences, updated ticket prices, and event hashtags. Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar 2019. 2019 Nonprofit Organizations Institute.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 17, 2022

You see, your annual fundraising plan is a treasure map that leads you to the exact activities that will raise the most money for your nonprofit over the course of the coming year. You can show them exactly what’s coming up and invite them to choose which activities they want to be involved in. Engage your Board. Or enough data.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JULY 25, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Energize Your Nonprofit: Power Strategies for Off-Peak Fundraising In the world of nonprofit organizations, the rhythm of the year is often punctuated by a rush of end-of-year activity. A crucial part of this strategy should be the creation of a year-round fundraising calendar.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 25, 2022

Be sure to define your organization’s goals for the online community so that your entire organization knows what you’re trying to accomplish. For example, in the first goal above, growing the online community, you might track: Number of active online community members . Content calendar ?. Goals and success metrics.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 18, 2024

I was doing the work of an entire department while trying to build a team and steer a clear course for my organization. It’s also the responsibility of the organizations we serve. But you look at your overflowing email inbox and overloaded calendar and wonder—When?! There were days I didn’t feel like getting out of bed.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 17, 2019

WordPress powers 34% of all sites on the web and is one of the most popular digital marketing tools used by organizations in the world. The platform has grown into a powerful publishing tool where organizations of all sizes can extend their website’s capability. Events, Fundraising and Donations.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 10, 2013

One of the fun exercises I facilitated is a “Fishbowl” where a small group of participants go through the process of generating ideas for an editorial calendar based on their key goals and audience definition. Become Your Own Publishing Powerhouse with LightBox Collaborative’s 2014 Editorial Calendar guest post by Holly Minch.

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Everyaction

DECEMBER 12, 2017

If you loved our 2017 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar get ready for our new, improved, and updated 2018 calendar! Throughout the year we'll be updating this calendar with even more conferences, updated ticket prices, and event hashtags. Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar 2018. 2018 Nonprofit Organizations Institute.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

First, you’ll learn how to calculate your donor retention rate, and then you’ll uncover some specific steps you can take to keep new donors engaged with your organization in the coming months. Check on your retention rate throughout the year and adjust your donor outreach and engagement activities accordingly. Let’s take a look.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Founded in 2012, this global movement celebrates the spirit of giving and encourages individuals, communities, and organizations to come together and support meaningful causes. Giving Tuesday 2023 is scheduled for November 28th, and the momentum it brings can significantly boost your organization’s impact.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 1, 2024

In the beginning you may self-fund your fledgling organization. But long term, you can’t run an entire organization from the generosity of only a handful of people. What this means is that over time, your fundraising approach should change to meet the needs of your growing organization. Many founders do.)

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 5, 2023

An annual awareness calendar can offer your nonprofit lots of great promotional ideas throughout the year. Spend some time looking through all the awareness day events throughout the year by using a 2023 awareness day calendar. Organize an event around the awareness day to improve your nonprofit’s visibility in the community.

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EveryAction

JANUARY 25, 2023

When we flip the calendar to a new year, many of us become gripped by the desire to build some new habits. That fresh-start feeling is also palpable at social good organizations. Your $10-a-month donor could be someone who is just dipping their toes into supporting your organization and who has much more to give.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2023

At the heart of fundraising are the supporters who believe in your cause and want to place their trust, and dollars, into your organization to make a change in the world. Stepping into 2023, organizations and their donors are likely going to navigate a recession together­–impacting giving and the philanthropic landscape. The good news?

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Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2021

Today’s question comes from a donor relations manager who needs advice on how to best organize, prioritize, and stay on top of tasks. . Dear Charity Clairity, I’m new to my job as a donor relations manager, and my one thorn right now is organization. Here are some other thoughts that may help with organization : PRIORITIZATION.

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

It’s incredibly important to acknowledge the overall public mindset and recognize the ever-evolving environment that your nonprofit currently exists in; but, it doesn’t need to completely define your organization or the conversation you’re having with your audiences. How will this year’s calendar: …have implications for timing?

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

They often benefit from nonprofit-related activities and are inclined to give back , but they have busy lives in which their families’ needs may take precedence over donating to or getting involved with your organization. Provide family-friendly tours of your organization.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

The events can also effectively raise funds through ticket sales, sponsorships, and donations for organizations that provide services and advocacy to advance AAPIs. Consider partnering with AAPI organizations to help promote the event and encourage attendance. Displaying AAPI visual arts is another engaging activity.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 23, 2020

To pull it off, work with a company that hosts goat yoga classes and experiences and ask them to donate a number of tickets to your organization. Your nonprofit can incorporate food-themed events into your fundraising calendar through hands-on experiences, competitions, or food tastings. Spin class disco. Whiskey or wine tasting.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Each state organizes giving campaigns through local community foundations. $68 Before the Giving Day: Get Organized. Develop a 5-day editorial calendar for the three days leading up to your giving day, the day of your giving day, and the 24 hours following your giving day. Also, activate your ambassadors. Create a budget.

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Qgiv

JUNE 14, 2021

That’s why you have to develop a fundraising strategy for your nonprofit that consists of a variety of different approaches, reflects elements like campaign strategies and budget planning , and helps your organization meet its goals. Create a fundraising calendar for your nonprofit’s development plan.

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