Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

in August 2009 and within a few months came to the conclusion that blogging had been the missing piece in my social media campaigns. If your nonprofit has yet to start a blog or already blogs but struggles with ideas for fresh content, then hopefully the 11 blog content ideas listed below will help. That said, mix it up!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 7, 2015

I’m honored to be hosting the January, 2015 Nonprofit Blog Carnival and theme is personal productivity online. Share them in this January’s nonprofit blog carnival. We need your articles and blog posts packed with great ideas that can inspire nonprofit folks to build better habits all year long.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 17, 2015

This article was originally published on his Ahern Donor Communications blog. Proposed: I am NOT writing direct mail to tell “a” story. ” For the full article, visit Ahern Donor Communications >> The post How to Write a Healthy Direct Mail Appeal appeared first on Nonprofit Hub.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 17, 2015

This article was originally published on his Ahern Donor Communications blog. Proposed: I am NOT writing direct mail to tell “a” story. ” For the full article, visit Ahern Donor Communications >> The post How to Write a Healthy Direct Mail Appeal appeared first on Nonprofit Hub.

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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

Beyond the social sphere, nonprofits see less activity from mailing (i.e., direct mail and email). “Originally the annual appeal was sent by direct mail, then we saw a shift to email, but even now email is becoming less effective–spam filters are picking up more and people are growing numb to solicitations.”

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 4, 2012

.” My colleagues at Momsrising, the poster child for Networked Nonprofits, offered this amazing guest post filled with great tips on how to get your blog noticed. Seven Ways to Make Sure Your Blog Gets Noticed, Guest Post By Elisa Batista, Donna Norton, and Monifa Bandele from Momsrising. It’s every blogger’s nightmare.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 27, 2019

There is no personal identifiable information (name, mailing address, email, etc.). You can then publish your own report, blog post(s), news articles, social media posts, etc. In exchange for promoting the survey, you’ll receive the data for volunteers who are also donors in Malaysia.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Do you wait for the mail to arrive? Where does the mail go first? I began by gathering everyone who touched the gift and/or the thank you from the minute the gift arrived until the minute the acknowledgement letter left our office. We then looked at the total gift journey. Where do checks go first? And you better deliver – or else.

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Bloomerang

MAY 3, 2021

My last article of this two-part series, “ Nonprofit Giving Trends and Future Fundraising Strategy ,” began a discussion of smart fundraising strategies to take advantage of best practices and current trends. Ask them if they’ll write a brief handwritten note on the next appeal you mail (give them a few sample notes).

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

In this article, we’ll explore the ins and outs of brick fundraisers and how to make them a successful venture with the help of Greater Giving. Direct Mail: Traditional methods like direct mail still hold value. Paid Advertising: Consider investing in paid advertising, such as social media ads or local media outlets.

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TechImpact

DECEMBER 30, 2013

Instead of sending the email from your nonprofit’s named email address, send it via a specific person’s mail account. If you’re interested in reading more, you can read the original article by John Jarowski at FirstGiving.com. Personalize the sender’s name. Do not waste a recipient’s time.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2014

Made up of 46 million Americans who donate approximately 20 percent of all giving in the United States, this generation came of age when websites and e-mail were breakthroughs in nonprofit technology, and they have had a love affair with the Internet ever since. Baby Boomers (Born 1946 –1964, Currently Ages 50–68).

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TechImpact

AUGUST 28, 2013

Moving your nonprofit organization to the cloud is not as hard as you think and the benefits include saving approximately 30% on email services, increased storage space per user, and a more reliable email server, according to an article on The Daily Beast. The organization’s DNS provider who currently hosts the mail files is contacted.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 25, 2023

They may appear on your website, in emails, at the end of social media posts, and even on direct mail materials! In this article, we’ll focus specifically on the calls to action you need for your nonprofit website. Nonprofit calls to action are what drive people to take the next step. What Are Calls to Action?

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TechImpact

DECEMBER 19, 2013

Mail, and Google Docs are all examples of cloud-based applications, also known as software as a service (SaaS). If you’re interested in reading more about cloud computing, check out the original article at TechSoup’s blog. Image courtesy of entech. Gmail, Yahoo! But what is cloud computing?

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NetWits

JUNE 13, 2011

Mark Phillips, the founder and CEO of Bluefrog shared an in-depth analysis of the report on his blog Queer Ideas : “For me, this report offers a challenge. on the NTEN Blog , NTEN’s Holly Ross writes: “For those of you waiting for the direct-mail death toll, it looks like you’ll be waiting a while longer.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

Start by managing your email campaigns with through a mail service, and don’t forget to integrate the campaign service with your CRM ! Receive quick updates (link out to lengthier articles). The post Email Campaign Tips To Inspire Millennials appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology.

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TechImpact

DECEMBER 18, 2013

In an article posted originally on Beth Kanter’s blog , according to Tal Frankfurt of Cloud for Good, making the switch to Salesforce from an old outdated Excel spreadsheet aided him in doubling the amount of donations he received in a 12 month period. All of these responses can be managed and automatically executed with Salesforce.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

According to Content Plus , 70% of people would rather learn about a company from an article instead an advertisement. In a previous blog , we discussed the effect good storytelling has on the brain. The post 10 Content Marketing Stats That’ll Make Your Jaw Drop appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 1, 2013

Mentioned this week in the Agitator , SOFII has become the treasury of the Jerry Huntsinger’s direct mail fundraising advice. Take a gander at The Huntsinger Tutorials and get insight into everything you need to know about direct mail fundraising. It’s not a blog or an article- it’s better.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 12, 2021

My walking ritual was featured in this Wall Street Journal article. You can also symbolize the end of your day by taking a brief when you do, even check your mail. Here are some additional articles with tips on fake commutes and walking mindfulness activities. Walking can be inclusive. Simulate Going To and Leaving From Work.

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Bloomerang

JULY 26, 2022

You should be prompted to sign up via a pop-up box when you go to the website, but you can also sign up by going to the GatesNotes blog—“The Blog of Bill Gates”—and clicking “Sign Up” in the top right corner of the menu bar. When we hear more about the funding, we’ll update you here on the Bloomerang blog.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 7, 2021

To help your nonprofit organize future advocacy campaigns, this article will explore four strategies advocacy leaders should consider: Market your advocacy campaign on multiple platforms. Direct mail. Traditional mail does still have a place in advocacy campaigns. Stay up to date with current advocacy trends.

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TechImpact

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

The most important thing for you to understand when typing up emails in 2014 is to understand how it will appear on mobile devices before sending it out to your mailing list. If you’re interested in reading more you can check out the original article by Mike Snusz of npENGAGE.

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TechImpact

DECEMBER 26, 2013

Not seeing the returns you were looking for through direct mail? If you’re interested in reading more, check out the original article at The Connected Cause. The post 4 Ways A CRM Improves A Nonprofit appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. Better information, better fundraising.

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Robert Weiner

JULY 20, 2013

I recognize so many snippets that have appeared in my spam folder over the years. { {I have|I’ve} been {surfing|browsing} online more than {three|3|2|4} hours today, yet I never found any interesting article like yours. Perhaps|Maybe} you {could|can} write next articles referring to this article. Do {you have|you’ve} any?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 31, 2011

If you use your website to publish news stories or press releases, make sure that the titles of the press releases and articles include words and phrases that people who may be interested in your mission and programs are likely to type into Google, Bing, or Yahoo! Articles and information pages that are text-only tend to overwhelm visitors.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 20, 2021

Your nonprofit needs you working in your strengths , not setting up your newsletter in Mail Chimp or scheduling your next Facebook post. Manage your communication calendar: Your communication calendar should track your email marketing communications, blog posts, and social media posts. Nor should you.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 10, 2011

ASU Home ASU A-Z Index My ASU Colleges & Schools Directory Map About Blog Academics Organizational Assistance Emerging Leaders Professional Development Philanthropy Research News & Events You are here: Home → Blog Pages Blog Home Write for us! I really liked this article. posted by Mark Hager, Ph.D. Central Ave.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 18, 2013

It’s also worth noting that social media, not even blogging, is not yet integrated into their website. e-Newsletter :: By 2008 nonprofits were beginning to understand and harness the power of e-mail marketing for online fundraising, branding, and cause awareness.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In this article, we’ll catalog ten nonprofit website best practices your organization can use to maximize your investment. If you want to learn more about the technical side of SEO optimization, check out the article below: Fundraising Nonprofit SEO: 10 Tips to Optimize Your Website 13 min read Read Now 4.

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Top Nonprofits

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

In this article, we’ll explore how your nonprofit can get started running a virtual gala by adhering to these best practices: Assemble an Internal Planning Team. Your marketing specialists get the word out about your gala to your supporters through email, social media, direct mail, and any other communication channels your nonprofit uses.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 6, 2007

I thought about this somewhat silly meme today when I was reading " Five Top Tips for Online Fundraising from a Direct Mail Dinosaur " 1. The article ends with a call to action "We must employ direct marketing techniques, both in the "new" and ??? Segment your file 2. Incorporate variable ask strings 3.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

In the weeks after Google+ launched I saw a number of blog posts and articles about how brands should drop Facebook and Twitter, and migrate their communities over to Google+. Gen X is big on blogging, e-mail, and social networking. Or blogging. Your blog traffic increases. Nor does Twitter.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

In the weeks after Google+ launched I saw a number of blog posts and articles about how brands should drop Facebook and Twitter, and migrate their communities over to Google+. Gen X is big on blogging, e-mail, and social networking. Or blogging. Your blog traffic increases. Nor does Twitter.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

For more on how to build your best receipt, check out Abby’s Anatomy of a Great Donation Receipt article ! Quick thank-you calls or mailed thank-you notes are still best practice and make a difference! The post Zen and the Art of the Nonprofit Donation Receipt appeared first on Qgiv Blog. How to Use Conditional Content.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

In this article we’ll explore the differences between hosting a Fundraiser and Friendraiser, so you can choose which is right for you! Then ask for help raising awareness about the cause through taking simple action like filling out a card to be included on a mailing list or becoming a volunteer.

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