Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

But with so many success stories out there, it’s clear that virtual fundraisers can be just the right thing at the right time for the right organization. Carefully evaluate each idea so you can choose the one that will bring you the most money and awareness for the least investment of time and money. Virtual Gala: Go fancy!

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Tech Soup

JUNE 7, 2017

Tell a Compelling Story. As humans, we are brought to action through stories. Stories resonate with our emotions, far more than the latest facts and figures ever will. To make those all important conversions, your nonprofit e-commerce website needs to tell a compelling story. The key is to help people to feel involved.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Note From Beth: I’m a huge fan of Giving Days because they raise the awareness, engagement, and donations to nonprofits and being generous. Last week, we watched as a national day of giving and awareness campaign for “Giving Tuesday” unfold and spur spikes in donations.

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Forum One

OCTOBER 20, 2021

A bit of extra effort and awareness can go a long way. The more we showcase real people of all kinds in our photography, the more engaged our audiences will be in the content we create, and the more inclusive our culture will become. While most media photos do not represent people accurately or inclusively, it is a fixable problem.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

I also read up on a lot of web design blogs, which explain the things you might already be seeing but help identify what’s working and what’s not. Josh: Collecting good photography. There’s nothing more enjoyable than going home at night and knowing your efforts are helping those in need, and oftentimes even saving lives.

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DNL OmniMedia

AUGUST 25, 2021

Crafting a strong narrative that explains your mission, why it’s so crucial, and how donors and volunteers can help is key in making a case for supporting your nonprofit. How To Identify and Build Your Nonprofit’s Story in 5 Steps. That’s where your nonprofit’s story comes into play. Map out the basic arc of your story.

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Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 15, 2009

A large number of the collaborative projects of which I'm aware (in which staff partner with community members to co-develop exhibits or programs) are initiated with teens. Users active in online social environments based on social objects like Flickr (photography), Ravelry (knitting), and Wikipedia (information) often trend older.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 25, 2023

Showcasing end-of-year giving: Helps your nonprofit stand out from competitors It’s no secret that people tend to be most charitable at the end of the year. Most charities are aware of these patterns. Reporting on your end-of-year giving results is a great way to help your nonprofit stand out from competitors.

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Bloomerang

JULY 20, 2023

Increase brand awareness. How to start fundraising online Whether you’re just getting started or you’re optimizing your existing online fundraising strategy , the following steps will help you get the most out of your online fundraising efforts. Follow these steps to help you choose the right solution for your organization.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 25, 2008

Does this story illustrate the art of network weaving ? I got pulled in to help create weekly Web content for the broadcast, because of my interest in and knowledge of HTML programming and the Web. Online communication is growing at an incredible rate and organizations cannot stay behind to shape their online image and story.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

These steps will keep you on track and help determine what worked, what didn’t work, and what’s worth repeating. Recruit Help. SMART is an acronym that, when followed, helps you set a “can’t miss” goal. Knowing these numbers can help you plan this fundraiser and the next one. Set a Goal. Plan it Out. What is a SMART goal?

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 25, 2023

Showcasing end-of-year giving: Helps your nonprofit stand out from competitors It’s no secret that people tend to be most charitable at the end of the year. Most charities are aware of these patterns. Reporting on your end-of-year giving results is a great way to help your nonprofit stand out from competitors.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 4, 2011

In a time when photographs circulate around the globe at an unprecedented scale and speed, and revolutions are propelled by viral images, it has become more important than ever for mission-driven organizations to create impactful visual media that can drive action and fuel awareness. Photo by Alex Masi on behalf of The Bhopal Medical Appeal.

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Forum One

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Today, most foundations already use digital strategies to communicate effectively about the work and impact of their grantees; however, there are still so many opportunities to expand these digital strategies to make better use of interactive digital platforms to raise awareness and communicate impact. Think of a digital platform as: .

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Your nonprofit blog can be much more than just a newsreel—your blog can spread awareness about your cause, find new donors , and strengthen relationships with current supporters. That’s why it’s helpful to break up your long blog posts with images. In this post, we’ll highlight nine captivating content ideas for your nonprofit’s blog.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Luckily, we’ve created this list of silent auction basket ideas to help you make sure your auction’s selection of gifts will have your guests rushing to place the highest bid. Advertising your most unique items will help your event stand out. In your videos, remember to describe your items in detail. Set a minimum bid.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 30, 2012

This is a must-buy app if your nonprofit regularly tells your story through mobile photo-sharing. It’s a creative, visual way to tell your organization’s stories of protest to your online communities. Nonprofits could use Screenr to train staff, mobilize donors and activists, or tell their stories in a new way online.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 23, 2015

” Each presenter shared inspiring stories and thoughts about the future of social good on their particular platforms without giving a sales pitch. The intent was to raise awareness of shelter animals. If you want to follow news and updates and user stories from Instagram, subscribe to their blog. Just Giving.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 16, 2010

Public Insight Network in Minnesota is a network of 75,000 people who help make Minnesota Public Radio News by sharing their observations, insights, and experiences with reporters and editors who may share these insights through a story or on the web site. A Crowd-Curated Exhibition.”

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Have Fun - Do Good

SEPTEMBER 26, 2008

The arts are a wonderful way to make a difference in the world because they are fun, engaging, and oftentimes help you to tell stories, all key elements to attracting and keeping people involved in a cause. Examples of socially rousing photography permeate our history: Vietnam, Rwanda, 9-11’s Ground Zero.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 14, 2022

Let’s take a closer look at how you can choose visuals that do just that by supporting your mission and helping to grow awareness of your cause. If you happen to have a photography whiz on staff, ask them to take photos at events or during volunteer opportunities. Then, it offers audience members an immediate way to help.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 10, 2022

However, other goals may include attracting volunteers, creating organizational awareness or fundraising. The goal and audience will help define the length in consideration of where it will be distributed. One of the best ways to share the message is by telling a story. Define the message. This is the driver of all content.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 8, 2008

This story is the fundraising equivalent of the bikini-clad woman in the Slimfast ad - a special success story." I loved writing, and being able to add design or photography to my words was powerful. Get their support and their help. " Someone left a comment on Katya's post indicated that I'm not alone.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 8, 2013

This is a must-buy app if your nonprofit regularly tells your story through mobile photo-sharing. Ideal for launching online fundraising and awareness campaigns, your nonprofit needs at least a month to prepare your campaign materials and craft your messaging in order to build a sense of anticipation among your fans and followers.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 27, 2012

This is a must-buy app if your nonprofit regularly tells your story through mobile photo-sharing. It’s a creative, visual way to tell your organization’s stories of protest to your online communities. for awareness campaigns, staff and volunteer training, and creative storytelling and reporting. Present.me.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 3, 2012

This is a must-buy app if your nonprofit regularly tells your story through mobile photo-sharing. It’s a creative, visual way to tell your organization’s stories of protest to your online communities. Nonprofits could use Screenr to train staff, mobilize donors and activists, or tell their stories in a new way online.

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Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 28, 2007

"[T]hose of us who take pictures, even for our own personal trips, and share those pictures with friends, because we have that skill, also have an obligation to help people understand each other more completely. I'll tell you a story about one instance in which the women were using poetry, actually. In 2001, I began photographing.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 27, 2012

This is a must-buy app if your nonprofit regularly tells your story through mobile photo-sharing. It’s a creative, visual way to tell your organization’s stories of protest to your online communities. for awareness campaigns, staff and volunteer training, and creative storytelling and reporting. Present.me.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 3, 2012

This is a must-buy app if your nonprofit regularly tells your story through mobile photo-sharing. It’s a creative, visual way to tell your organization’s stories of protest to your online communities. Nonprofits could use Screenr to train staff, mobilize donors and activists, or tell their stories in a new way online.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 2, 2021

So, yes, I think the Global NGO Technology Report found the majority of nonprofits do agree social media is effective for creating brand awareness. And it’s a huge driver of online fundraising, and also just awareness raising. So this is Snapchat, Instagram Stories, Facebook Stories, content that disappears in 24 hours.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Specifically for nonprofits, Lightful is a social media management platform that enables organizations to schedule social media posts ahead of time and provides analytics to help organizations raise more awareness and funds. It’s advocacy tools help organizations worldwide advance their causes and mobilize new supporters.

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Have Fun - Do Good

DECEMBER 19, 2007

A month ago I listened to Christine Karumba, the Country Director for Women for Women International in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, tell Honorata's story on the Voices on Genocide Prevention podcast. Each had their own stories of horror, of lives lost, and of struggling to regain their dignity. She received the John F.

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