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Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America spread #GoSilent across the web for Memorial Day

Amy Sample Ward

If you’re in the US today, there’s probably little chance you didn’t know it was Memorial Day – from the specials on TV, to local events, to remembrance stories, and even community gatherings, it’s hard to miss the message of today’s holiday. A simple commitment.

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10 Years of PeaceTalks: What Does Peace Mean to You?

Saleforce Nonprofit

Beyond the news headlines, there are great stories of people who are making a positive difference for peace. This is why the PeaceTalks platform was created 10 years ago with the first ever Geneva PeaceTalks being held in 2013 at the United Nations. Showcase and amplify inspiring stories and what is working to build peace.

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Equitable and Inclusive Messaging: Retaining Donors in a New Age of Storytelling

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The benefits of strength-based messaging Strength-based messaging encourages long-term and recurring giving, rather than a one-time gift to meet an immediate need. This encourages sustained donor loyalty over time. The challenges of strength-based messaging Finding the balance in your story. She is not a cancer patient first.)

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3 Essential Social Media Fundraising Metrics for Nonprofits

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Keeping track of your engagement rate allows you to determine whether you’re effectively communicating and connecting with social media supporters over time. Incorporate compelling stories. After all, you want to make sure that you’re using your time and resources in the most efficient way possible. Thank supporters often.

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Courage, Leadership, Grandmothers, Half The Sky and The Mission List

Have Fun - Do Good

She's offering a special deal right now that if you buy her book, Zen Under Fire: A Story of Love and War in Afghanistan , you will receive 30 Days of Courage for free You'll notice when you click on the link for Zen Under Fire , that the book is only available from New Zealand at this time.

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Favorite Do-Good Books of 2008

Have Fun - Do Good

Her newest book, the story of a Brazilian diplomat who worked for the United Nations for 34 years, has inspired an upcoming documentary and feature film. One School at a Time by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin I liked this book so much that I gave away three copies to readers for Have Fun * Do Good Reader Appreciation Day.

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Nonprofit Data Could Be The Missing Piece In Your CSR Strategy

Global Giving

To get a sense of the complexity involved in connecting these groups to make an impact, take three countries’ unique nonprofit data stories: Organizations have a variety of registration types. In France, eight types of foundations are registered across multiple national registries. Help your users recommend new nonprofit partners.

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