Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 16, 2014

While embracing a comprehensive, long-term breaking news and crisis communications strategy is challenging for many nonprofits, all nonprofits, regardless of their size, can tap into the power of cause awareness days. Many of the international days are sanctioned by the United Nations.

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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. The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) works tirelessly to change that. The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) works tirelessly to change that. Background and Mission.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 13, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Celebrating National Immigrant Heritage Month: How Nonprofits Can raise funds and Show Support National Immigrant Heritage Month is all about celebrating the diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of immigrants in our communities. This can be an in-person or virtual event.

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DipJar

JANUARY 5, 2022

Choosing the date for your fundraising event is amongst the most important decisions that you will make during the event planning process. You have 365 days to choose from; however, only about 75 of these dates are ideal for fundraising events. Avoid National Holidays. National holidays bring out a lot of competition!

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Greater Giving

JUNE 27, 2023

One such effective strategy is hosting fundraising events with consignment auction packages. In this blog post, we will explore what consignment auction packages are and provide valuable tips on how to select and promote them at nonprofit fundraising events. What is a Consignment Auction Package?

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sgEngage

AUGUST 24, 2023

Activity trackers, such as the Apple Watch and Fitbit, have revolutionized the way we approach physical fitness and they’re also dramatically changing the way we approach fundraising events. Peer-to-peer activity-tracking events have emerged as a game-changer for nonprofit organizations seeking to raise funds and promote a healthy lifestyle.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

If your nonprofit hosts one or more fundraising events, you know that it’s easy to become predictable with the excuse that “we’ve always done this.” And long-time fundraising events have merit and are often steeped in tradition. Here are five out-of-the-ordinary types of nonprofit fundraising events.

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Qgiv

MAY 1, 2023

If there isn’t a location nearby, you can check out the National Park Service’s AAPI Heritage website to virtually visit and learn about places significant to the AAPI community and their history. The fund also makes awareness a large part of its work and gives out education grants for AAPI individuals who excel in the higher education field.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Whether it is for a local “giving day,” a national event like #GivingTuesday, a year-end appeal or a giving month, when your supporters are engaged through a limited, time-bound campaign — it creates a sense of urgency that inspires more awareness and increases donations.

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AccelEvents

MARCH 8, 2021

Maybe you’ve heard about the hype and are eager to see how an event can drive your brand awareness. Or, your brand has a virtual event idea aimed at increasing revenue, but you are not sure of the right way to do it. Virtual events are one of the best ways to boost revenue and are great for increasing digital clout in 2021.

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AccelEvents

MARCH 8, 2021

Maybe you’ve heard about the hype and are eager to see how an event can drive your brand awareness. Or, your brand has a virtual event idea aimed at increasing revenue, but you are not sure of the right way to do it. Virtual events are one of the best ways to boost revenue and are great for increasing digital clout in 2021.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

By Jessica Fox , Content Manager at Eventgroove – a one-stop platform for virtual, hybrid, and in-person events that offers event management, online fundraising, ticketing, and online storefronts for print and digital merchandise. As a fundraiser, you’re up against some tough odds. Franklin D. If it works, do more of it.

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Classy

JULY 14, 2021

The best way to learn about virtual fundraising events is to hear from those who’ve experienced them. We recently wrapped up our 2021 Collaborative: Virtual Sessions event here at Classy. The event brought together over 50 speakers and thousands of nonprofit professionals from across the social sector.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

A matching gift strategy could also be applied to local nonprofits on a smaller scale. For example, secure five local community sponsors that will give $2,000 each and create a $10,000 matching gift campaign. birthday campaigns ( Facebook Fundraisers ), and for timely, news-driven events (Black Lives Matter).

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Adding a golf tournament to your fundraising event roster is a win-win for your nonprofit and your donors—your nonprofit adds a reliable income stream and your donors get to support your mission through a fun activity. According to GolfStatus , the average golfer’s net worth is over $768,000, well above the national average.

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Greater Giving

MAY 2, 2023

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about mental health and supporting those struggling with mental health issues. Spread Mental Health Nonprofit Awareness on Social Media Social media is a powerful tool for raising awareness about mental health issues.

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Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

Each year, individuals worldwide take the opportunity to do better for our planet with actions such as planting trees, cleaning local communities, and raising awareness for environmental causes through peer-to-peer fundraising pages. The event gives passionate supporters a way to breathe and reflect. Connect with WildAid: .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 2, 2020

For example, Feeding America is a nonprofit with a national network of more than 200 food banks. Many of these influencers are also associated with local events that may be looking to partner with a nonprofit. These events are becoming more popular every year, and influencers may help you get in touch with organizers.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Farm-to-Table Job Training: Grow Local Leaders. Creating consistent and interesting posts on various social media platforms can help boost donations and bring more awareness to your cause. Post photos from any fundraising events related to your cause. 4) Write a captivating fundraiser story. 8) Promote your fundraiser offline.

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 10, 2021

You don’t have to be a large organization partnered with a national corporation. Instead, start by thinking about local partnerships and what your nonprofit can bring to the table for local and small business partners. You can gain needed funding, build awareness, and strengthen community ties.

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VisionLink

OCTOBER 5, 2015

VisionLink is partnering with local churches and community groups to poll between 2,000-3,000 people throughout North Carolina. The goal is to provide the public, media outlets and participating organizations with locally vetted information about the hurricane’s impact from those living in the storm's path.

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Qgiv

MARCH 9, 2022

However, peer-to-peer fundraising is a great way to raise money for human services organizations and, more importantly, it’s a grassroots way to build awareness of the issues facing the unhoused community. That leads to a lighter load on the system, which reduces healthcare costs for everyone accessing healthcare locally.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

Use hashtags strategically to mention important causes, campaigns, and events, but hashtag spamming to try to increase your reach doesn’t work and has a negative effect on engagement. Nonprofits tend to mostly tweet content about the sad state of affairs – international, national, state, and local.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 20, 2015

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). TechSoup is participating by amplifying what other agencies, collaborators, and libraries in our network are doing to raise awareness on this important issue. Visit its site to find out how you can tap in to its events and support its efforts.

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Candid

MAY 19, 2021

Although much has changed since I wrote my last article promoting May is Mental Health Awareness Month , the country is still dealing with many of the same issues that threaten the mental health of too many people. Thank goodness May is Mental Health Awareness Month! National Library of Medicine.

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VisionLink

JANUARY 29, 2015

I wanted to quickly write and share with you the local and national media coverage that VisionLink has been recently receiving in response to winter storm Juno. How does it work? To see and learn how to share the map, please visit: www.WinterStormMap.com Who is talking about VisionLink''s Winter Storm Map?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

Events are many people’s favorite thing about charity fundraising. While many of these fundraising event staples are great, such as fancy galas and golf tournaments, circumstances aren’t always ideal for in-person gatherings. Here are a few ideas about how to make virtual/hybrid versions of your favorite in-person events.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 27, 2021

And according to the United Nations, the number of people forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, and human rights abuses has doubled in the past decade to reach 82.4 The growing number of refugees worldwide are part of a global crisis. As of 2021, 1% of the world’s population have been forcibly displaced.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Throughout the year we'll be updating this calendar with even more conferences, updated ticket prices, and event hashtags. Did your event make the list? National LGBTQ Task Force / Detroit, MI / $500. The National LGBTQ Task Force’s 2019 Creating Change Conference convenes in Detroit, Michigan January 23-27, 2019.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 30, 2021

For example, if you’re raising money for breast cancer, you’re most likely going to have a large push for donations during Breast Cancer Awareness month in October. Does your cause not necessarily have national or local attention during a certain month or day? Want to learn more about Qgiv’s peer-to-peer platform?

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 21, 2019

As younger generations become more socially aware, they expect their favorite brands to follow suit. National corporations used to fill this need by having foundations that donate to nonprofits. Tech companies are able to network, attract talent and keep employees happy through industry-specific events. Think global, act local.

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DipJar

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Recurring events. In addition to bringing in revenue, fundraising through restaurant partnerships can help your organization to spread awareness about your cause by associating your name with a popular business in your community. Recurring events. Then, use those insights when planning the next year’s event.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Manager, Direct Marketing Fundraising Services, long-time staff of the national nonprofit Feeding America , knows better. The Feeding America National Organization relies on individual, corporate, and foundation support. And that can only increase awareness for your mission and work. Aaron LaMonica-Weier , Sr.

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Forum One

JUNE 8, 2022

Zero to Three advances policy solutions designed to support and strengthen families, raise awareness and promote action on behalf of babies and toddlers. National Museum of African American History and Culture’s Talking About Race. Nation’s Report Card, National Assessment of Educational Progress Long Term Trends.

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2023

In addition, there is increased global awareness of women’s issues such as reproductive rights in the U.S., How can your organization connect with local women’s networks to reach more women and grow your donor base? These are groups in which individuals pool their resources to support organizations or projects of mutual interest.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

As awareness for this movement has grown, so has its success. More and more money is donated on this national day of giving each year. You can, however, join your local Giving Tuesday movement to localize your efforts. Check out their event page for inspiration: 3. Team up with local news. Host an auction.

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

By following these suggestions during your planning process, you’ll be better prepared to drive awareness and make meaningful change at a local, national, or global level: Set clear campaign goals and identify a timeline. It’s what determines your chances of success or failure. Rely on established relationships.

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