Whole Whale

JANUARY 22, 2023

At this point in the digital age, we all know how to make a Facebook profile (heck, you’ve probably been on Facebook for so long, you don’t even remember making your profile anymore). However, many of us are less familiar with the process of creating Facebook Pages , or have never been faced with the need to make one.

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

Social media has changed the marketing world, and Facebook Ads for nonprofits are an easy tool to increase your organization’s presence online. Since 2009, Facebook has provided the option to create featured ads on their platform to help businesses and organizations reach others’ newsfeeds. How do nonprofits use Facebook Ads?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 2, 2020

The platform, however, is different than Facebook or Twitter. Instagram is all about visual content, meaning you’ll need a new approach to use the site effectively. It will also grant you access to more advanced analytics and improved ad campaign management, as well as enable you to add contact information to your page.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 19, 2009

Because I want people to know that I expect them to share things they find interesting, or to help further the conversation but that in sharing, others need to keep the content free, too. Because Creative Commons licenses help creators, sharers, and readers enjoy online content respectfully. Why Use Creative Commons in Facebook ?

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Top Nonprofits

JANUARY 14, 2022

The truth is that social fundraising has come a long way from the standard “Donate” button featured on profiles and Facebook fundraisers. Introduction to Facebook Challenges. Facebook Challenges are time-bound virtual peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns that take place entirely through the social network. How to Host a Challenge.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

The first thing that you’ll need to do is start creating content that will attract your target audience. Currently, there are a few popular options that you might want to consider using: Facebook. Once you know what platforms you’re using, do more research to find what kind of content tends to be the most popular.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

It was much more traffic than I would have ever thought possible, but thanks to the burgeoning “Nonprofit Organizations” communities that I had built on Facebook, Twitter and Myspace, launching a blog was much easier in 2009 than it was when I tried and failed in 2004. Post a wide variety of blog content and have some fun with it.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 6, 2023

Nonprofit Tech for Good launched in 2005 as a Myspace page and in the 18 years since we’ve been through multiple early adoption phases of new social media — first Facebook and Twitter and then on to LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest, and Tumblr. You can upload up to 10 photos to a Thread. Threads can be up to 500 characters.

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Byte Technology

JANUARY 27, 2016

For many non-profit social media directors, much of their time is spent crafting stellar content, posting engaging photos, distilling compelling video and much more for the organization’s Facebook page. Why aren’t they passing on our important information to others? Why aren’t followers liking our pictures?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 4, 2011

Photo by Stuck in Customs. What is Content Curation? Content curation is the process of sorting through the vast amounts of content on the web and presenting it in a meaningful and organized way around a specific theme. The work involves sifting, sorting, arranging, and publishing information.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2020

To confront these challenges, a nonprofit should ensure that its digital storytelling adheres to four essential guideposts: Transparency speaks to a nonprofit’s ability to demonstrate its legitimacy as a good steward of donated funds by, for example, sharing its audited financial statements and other, similar information. 2) Information Hub.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Note from Beth: Is Facebook Live or posting videos part of your nonprofit’s strategy for 2018? Facebook Video Tips from Non-Profit Marketers – Guest Post by Rebecca Brooks, Animoto. Jane Goodall Institute: Storytelling on Facebook and beyond with square videos. For Facebook and Instagram, square is a great option.

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The world of social media is constantly evolving, and understanding social SEO is imperative for your nonprofit to make the most of organic content. Organic social is considered free, non-paid content created, uploaded, and shared within social platforms such as Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

Note from Beth: Alison Zarella is the co-author of the recently published “ The Facebook Marketing Book.&# I received a review copy from O’Reilly. Alison will join the Zoetica Salon today and answer your nitty gritty Facebook questions. Content strategies are often the most difficult task for many nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

The digital team works hard to produce social content that balances sharing stories of the people they serve, the impact of their work, and the generosity of their supporters. They also have a keen focus on the broader environment, ensuring their content is relevant and appropriate to the moment. Feeding America and Subaru.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 25, 2022

However, just because your nonprofit has an active Facebook doesn’t mean you can automatically utilize Twitter or LinkedIn effectively. Build Your Following on: Facebook. Facebook is the most popular platform, boasting nearly 1.8 You’re also able to collect donations through Facebook. billion active users.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 8, 2021

Your channel is the vessel in which you choose to share your content. Part of knowing your audience will be identifying where they go for information; this will help you know where to place your focus. It’s also where many consumers are seeking out connection and information. . What content do you share on each channel?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Interesting and informative content can truly set your fundraiser apart from the rest, and the right photos can help tell your story in a unique way. Here are a few tips about choosing photos that can lead to fundraising success : Stay away from using grainy or unclear images. Help Me Feed Hungry Kids!

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M+R

AUGUST 23, 2023

By jumping in on evergreen trends, your organization’s content could become part of the ride. While nonprofits have far more followers on Facebook and Twitter, TikTok continues to grow in popularity across the country. A Day In The Life” content begins similarly but takes viewers throughout the influencer’s whole day.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 3, 2020

billion monthly active users , Facebook is the largest social network in the world. Without a doubt, your nonprofit’s donors and supporters use Facebook on a regular basis and thus Facebook should be your first priority in your social media strategy. 1) Set up your nonprofit’s Facebook Page to make a good first impression.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

“ If Facebook does decide to flip a switch faster than expected and your nonprofit isn’t the first, will that spell disaster instead of success? But, don’t go into denial either, these resources, that I found through Mari Smith’s Facebook Page will help you and your team come up with a plan.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 4, 2009

LinkedIn is designed for specifically for business professional networking, while Facebook is a bit more casual. Yet, I do professional networking on Facebook and I'm noticing a number of colleagues are too. One of the most important decisions you'll be making is selecting a photo to use. What's your photo style?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

While Facebook and Twitter may be waning a bit in popularity and usage, visual storytelling platform Instagram keeps growing in engagement and daily time spent on the site. . The Instagram Donation Sticker is different from the Facebook Donate button because it is only available inside the Stories feature. 2) Go live on Instagram.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

It was much more traffic than I would have ever thought possible, but thanks to the burgeoning “Nonprofit Organizations” communities that I had built on Facebook, Twitter and Myspace, launching a blog was much easier in 2009 than it was when I tried and failed in 2004. Post a wide variety of blog content and have some fun with it.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

By showing a simple before and after photo, you feel connected and drawn in and want to learn more, maybe even to get involved. PHOTO OF SMILE TRAIN TWEET. 2) Share photos of your volunteers in action. 2) Share photos of your volunteers in action. It is called Facebook for a reason – we like to see faces!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 10, 2011

Over on my Facebook Page and during recent Leveraging Social Media Peer Group discussions , there have been questions about Edgerank and colleague Devon Smith has been experimenting. Edgerank Is To Facebook As Pagerank is to Google. That is, how often a fan views and interacts with your Facebook page and individual posts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 24, 2013

2) On the day of the press release, Tweet about the content of the press release throughout the day. Provide links to back-up information, quotes from executive staff, and make it known to journalists that you are available to answer their inquiries on Twitter. 3) Include a photo on your press release.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 8, 2012

Note from Beth: I’ve been working with John Haydon over the past week to get my Facebook Page ready to go (and it’s gonna rock can’t wait to show it off!). As part of the process, I’ve been looking at what other nonprofits have done to get ideas. There’s no stopping it.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 24, 2012

Flickr Photo by Carissa Marie. A debate in content marketing circles is whether or not you should simply focus on creating original content and forget content curation. Let’s be clear as my fellow content curator, Jan Gordon, says : There is no curation without original content. It is a both/and.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

But there are countless benefits to registering your nonprofit with RoundUp App , including: A custom RoundUp App registration page with your own logo, photo, and impact statement. Access to real-time reports with donor and transaction information for your CRM, and forecasted donations for the month.

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NetWits

JULY 10, 2012

Facebook has it’s roots in education. Once Facebook conquered colleges the now web-giant with more than 900 million active monthly users moved on to support high schools. Naturally, Facebook’s appeal reaches down into the earlier years of education because kids love connecting with friends. Create great content.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 28, 2012

It shows a pledge counter, providing a sense of collective participation as soon as you visit the site, and asks you to take the pledge: You are then prompted to fill out some basic information. Sharing across platforms – Facebook. I think it is incredibly smart that they include the drop down menu for Veteran Status.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 3, 2011

Facebook Changes: A Complete Guide – by Mari Smith. Also, a few insights about the what the changes mean for Facebook pages. Professional: This content generally includes sharing trade craft, resources, and other items related to professional skill sets. Typically, this information about your brand or nonprofit.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 17, 2024

The best blogs engage audiences by making personal connections with readers and sharing insider mission information. This guide will explore best practices for creating a blogging and content strategy that drives audience engagement, encourages donations, and makes readers feel like part of your nonprofit’s community.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 21, 2018

A question I have often heard: should nonprofits focus on email or Facebook? An email sent to 100,000 people can easily spark tens or hundreds of times more messages to Congress than the same appeal sent via a Facebook page with 100,000 followers. . Can deliver many kinds of information. Facebook Strengths: .

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 22, 2023

Bloomerang’s mobile app allows fundraisers to stay informed while on the go. Facebook With approximately three billion active monthly users , Facebook is the most popular social media platform. Facebook Fundraisers have gained traction as easy, convenient ways for individuals to show support for their favorite nonprofits.

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Tech Soup

JULY 30, 2012

Facebook has recently produced a guide to help nonprofits build their organization's presence on the world's top social media platform. Take Advantage of Facebook's Key Features. Post an eye-catching photo up front and center. (As Use Facebook's Timeline feature to share photos and videos or ask questions.

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