NetWits

MARCH 3, 2011

For a sector often looking for creative ways to communicate our message, QR codes are a great tool for things like advocacy and scavenger hunts. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a national organization creating hope in a comprehensive way through research, patient support, community outreach, and advocacy for a cure.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

Experiment and keep in mind that those who use Twitter regularly tend to love Twitter. For example, @nonprofitorgs/lists : Customized for small nonprofits on a limited budget, the Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits webinar highlights current trends in using social media for fundraising, advocacy, and storytelling.

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NetWits

JUNE 30, 2011

The returns were less than mind-blowing. Let me know that there are other things I can do to support you that aren’t all about money like: take an advocacy action, share with a friend, like you on Facebook, play a game, attend an in person or online event … and then, yes, ask me for money. Have you grabbed your credit card yet?

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M+R

JULY 10, 2023

Keep these in mind next time you are self-editing, and you may find your ideal lede lurking a few lines in to your draft. People who care, yes, or they wouldn’t be your audience — but who very likely have other things on their mind. When in doubt, change it — or flag it in a comment to ask an outside editor for a gutcheck.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Whether you’re part of an animal shelter, wildlife conservation organization, or advocacy group, these insights will help you navigate the ever-evolving world of nonprofit marketing. Establish an initial connection with potential influencers by engaging with their content, leaving meaningful comments, and sharing their posts.

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NTEN

JULY 12, 2011

I look at number of retweets, comments, etc. Sometimes, we have no alternative but to delete a comment. We only delete violations, which are clearly laid out ( see commenting policy ). We also go back to the community and say, “we deleted x’s comment because it violated x rule on our commenting policy.

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Care2

JANUARY 27, 2014

Please do not run out and start using Upworthy like subject lines on your online advocacy and fundraising appeals. Upworthy is a great example of how compelling content can generate a lot of shares and comments on Facebook too. It changes viral headlines like ""Will Blow Your Mind" to "Might Perhaps Mildly Entertain You For a Moment".

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 24, 2010

In discussions with the advocacy community here, there's a strong desire to discard this term. A term that was brainstormed by some of the other great minds here was "Responsible Entities," which I think is quite good. By the way, there are other requirements in these proposals that I'm not commented on.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 30, 2012

You can join the conversations in the comments, or click through to the original posts to find what others are saying. The goal of the communication strategy was to raise general awareness of the issue and offer information and facts for grassroots advocacy.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 24, 2011

My colleagues at The Monitor Institute just published a study called “ Disruption: Evolving Models of Engagement and Support ,&# a national study of member-based advocacy organizations. Nothing is settled about how even the most relevant and impactful advocacy organizations engage constituencies or attracts resources.

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Neon CRM

MAY 12, 2023

A membership renewal letter is also a chance to put all of your program’s benefits and perks in the forefront of your constituents’ minds as they consider renewing their membership. At the end of your letter, tell your members where they can direct any questions, comments, or concerns. Fundraising event or volunteer opportunity.

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Care2

APRIL 22, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) I think the medium is just too fluid for that.

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Care2

MAY 1, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) To create a new comment, use the form below.

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Care2

JUNE 26, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Sound interesting? Contact them for more info.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 13, 2010

You can join the conversations in the comments, or click through to the original posts to find what others are saying. A social enterprise, Zoetica provides superior communication consulting, training, and strategy to help mindful organizations affect social change." " Deadline: January 31, 2010.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 5, 2016

This is one area where traditional nonprofits can take a cue from advocacy groups to tap into issues that are already top of mind for the public. Advocacy groups often rely on the news cycle to drum up support and activate their constituents. Respond in a Timely Fashion. Have an Ask.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 24, 2015

Keep in mind that volunteers are 10 times more likely to donate to your organization than someone with no direct involvement. I’ve Got A Name does a great job combining appreciation with advocacy. Having stellar advocacy tactics eliminate the other half of those faults.

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Care2

DECEMBER 9, 2012

Check out this update from Walmart who thought the best way to engage their 25 million Facebook likers was to say “ We know you like to be the first to comment. Now, we want to see who can be the LAST to comment. Ready, set, GO!”

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Care2

NOVEMBER 26, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) To create a new comment, use the form below.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

While many nonprofit professionals talked about how their nonprofits were pressure cookers, Gabriela Schneider, Chief Communications Officer at Issue One, wrote in a comment how grateful she was that her organization promoted a culture of “we care” or wellbeing for its employees. Gabriela graciously agreed to share her experience.

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Museum 2.0

AUGUST 13, 2019

I went much better funded museums and more well-published ones on this recent trip, and yet in my mind, I kept coming back to the Great Harbor Maritime Museum. The list is long in my mind, but I’d love to hear what you think. Ideally, throughout the month, you will be sharing ideas here in the comments or on social.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

By bringing together like-minded individuals to take direct action in supporting a cause they care about, you drastically enhance the supporter experience. Host a live stream with comments enabled. Rather than fundraising alone, they’re fundraising with 100+ new friends. Create Twitter groups.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Our expert contributors covered a lot of topics this year across fundraising, marketing, social media, advocacy, corporate social responsibility, grantmaking, financial management and more – and the list of the fifteen most read mirrors that diversity. . Share in the comments section below! Think again.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

For example, an animal advocacy organization with the goal of homing more pets than they did the previous year might have a mission statement like, “We work to reduce the number of homeless pets in the community by offering free rescue services and housing animals with volunteer foster homes.” Base this statement on your program’s goal.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 15, 2015

Kyle Reis, senior director and east coast representative, recommends The Organized Mind: Thinking Straight in the Age of Information Overload by Daniel Levitin. " Enchantment: The Art of Changing Hearts, Minds, and Actions by Guy Kawasaki — Former apple evangelist Guy Kawasaki illuminates the art of persuasion.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 1, 2010

I called Pepsi out in a post called " What can Pepsi Learn About Crowdourcing for Social Good? " A representative from Pepsi, Bonin Bough, left a comment and I invited him to write a guest post about they are learning about crowdsourcing for social good. . The results so far have exceeded our expectations.

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Museum 2.0

AUGUST 29, 2012

I'm not going to comment on the reasons for the millage or its merits from an arts management perspective--please check out Diane Ragsdale's excellent post for a round-up of commentary and some hard-hitting opinions about the big picture. As one Detroit Free Press commenter wrote: "You are not getting it.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 1, 2010

Here are some of my takeways, inspired in part by some of the great comments tweeted out via the #501technyc hashtag last night. Don’t check-in there or be mindful of where you choose to share, when you do check-in. Let’s talk–comment away! Get in the Game: Political Advocacy and Foursquare by Shana Glickfield.

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Care2

JUNE 21, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) To create a new comment, use the form below.

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Care2

MARCH 15, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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Care2

MARCH 4, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Of course, we had no budget for this.

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Care2

MARCH 3, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Of course, we had no budget for this.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 3, 2020

However, to stand out from the other nearly one hundred million Facebook Pages vying for likes, comments, and shares, your nonprofit needs to excel at Facebook to ensure News Feed exposure. 1) Set up your nonprofit’s Facebook Page to make a good first impression. First impressions are important on social media.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 5, 2017

When it comes to advocacy and political campaigns, we must understand how our audience is talking about our issues and candidates before we know what to share on our social media platforms. It provides the ability to respond immediately , engaging people when their mind is freshly focused on the issue(s). Content is indeed king.

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Care2

MAY 29, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Let us know!

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Judi Sohn

APRIL 14, 2010

Professional stuff: I am Vice President of Operations of C3: Colorectal Cancer Coalition , a colorectal cancer patient advocacy organization I helped start in 2005. I'm not afraid to admit I'm wrong or change my mind. Leave a comment » The title of this post is "Everything" because it will make a good catch-all URL.

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Judi Sohn

APRIL 14, 2010

Professional stuff: I am Vice President of Operations of C3: Colorectal Cancer Coalition , a colorectal cancer patient advocacy organization I helped start in 2005. I'm not afraid to admit I'm wrong or change my mind. Leave a comment » Sorry if you were expecting something else. Connect on LinkedIn.

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