TechImpact

JANUARY 27, 2014

Every dollar is tightly contested by other nonprofits whose missions are often equally as noble as your own. The post 4 Nonprofit Tech Strategies For Better Fundraising appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. Image courtesy of Fundraiser Help. Nothing reaffirms a donation like a genuine “thanks!”.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 25, 2010

For the third and final Conversational Case Study on America’s Giving Challenge from Allison Fine and I, we pose a question rather than answer one: Is there a “special sauce” for successful participation in online fundraising contests ? The post summarizes the strategies used by contest winners. Contest Sponsor.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 23, 2010

Less than two hours ago, Chase Community Giving made the much anticipated announcement of the lucky winner of $1 million dollars and five finalists each receiving $100,000 on its contest Fan Page. It's left some nonprofit professionals wondering whether these types of contests are a good idea. and Sdfj Dfsjlfkddjf. Change.org reported.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 20, 2009

The Chase Community Giving contest on Facebook is one of the biggest online contests thus far, open to more than 500,000 charities. Here's what Stephanie Strom, New York Times reported: JPMorgan Chase & Company is coming under fire for the way it conducted an online contest to award millions of dollars to 100 charities.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

Get creative with your digital strategy. No matter which direction you decide to take, these tips can bolster your strategy. As you create marketing content, use storytelling strategies. Get creative with your digital strategy. Your digital strategy doesn’t have to be limited to your website, social media, and email.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 31, 2020

This year’s tools tap into emerging trends, such as Messenger bots, cryptocurrency, and gaming for good, and also build on long-time successful fundraising strategies, such as e-advocacy, online contests, and monthly giving. If you think we’ve missed a tool, please share it in a comment below.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 29, 2010

Today, I stumbled across another reason why I'd like to blow up online contests that use "vote for me" or popularity to make funding decisions. If a contest or program does not lead with social outcomes and if big money is thrown on the table, it encourages social innovation of another kind.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 18, 2010

Note from Beth: There has been a variety of criticism of contests. Nonprofit consultant Hildy Gottlieb has been a vocal skeptic and is deeply philosophically opposed to online contests as a method of change in the social sector. Earlier this month, I sent out a few tweets asking for the counterpoint to Hildy's view.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 5, 2024

You’ll want to be sure to keep the site up-to-date with any new details or information like the event itinerary, any add-ons or contests , food and beverage, raffle prizes or auction items, and player gifts. Leverage both organic and paid social media channels to help spread the word about the tournament. Email campaigns.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 23, 2022

Examples include text-to-give campaigns, merchandise fundraisers, and virtual contests. So, if your organization is interested in these benefits, now is the perfect time to integrate online fundraising into your campaign calendar and toy with new, virtual strategies. The best part is that contests are very easy to host online.

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Nonprofits Source

JULY 25, 2023

You need a strong marketing strategy to make your next fundraiser a success. Rather than having to lead a marketing strategy on your own, expand your reach by tapping loyal ambassadors to support your organization. But, what if the key to success was already in your donor base? Let’s begin.

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Care2

MARCH 1, 2012

How Giving Contests Can Strengthen Nonprofits and Communities , authored by Geoff Livingston, was commissioned by the Case Foundation and presented in conjunction with Razoo. There are some great takeaways for nonprofits thinking abut social fundraising and communities considering organizing giving day events of their own.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

We’ll highlight best practices for promoting events on Instagram using creative marketing strategies that will help your opportunity stand out from the crowd. Using Instagram promotion before your event Take the opportunity to make your event stand out by developing a well-crafted brand and marketing strategy.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 21, 2010

I've written a lot lately about contests ( Chase Community Giving and Pepsi Refresh ) here in the United States that are focused on "social media for social media." He told me about their crowd sourcing for social good strategy to find an affordable, and clean energy solution for India's poor population.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 25, 2010

Note from Beth: This post was written before the New York Times article describing a misstep with the Pepsi Charity Contest. If they don't a dollar, at least the contest has helped inspire them to dip their toes in the social media waters. Time will tell, but the contest has given us a jump start on our social media strategy.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 20, 2009

Rather than donating the money to nonprofits through a traditional corporate responsibility grant program, Pepsi will jump on the online contest bandwagon. Pepsi will have contests every month for 10 months beginning Jan. The groups say that until Chase made changes to the contest, they appeared to be among the top 100 vote-getters.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 18, 2010

launched a contest on Facebook. At the time, it was one of the biggest online contests thus far, open to more than 500,000 charities and offering over $5 million in prizes. (In In December, Pepsi topped that amount with its Pepsi Refresh, a contest offering $20 million in prizes and also launching this week.) . For example.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 4, 2024

Beating the Heat: Strategies for Successful Summer Fundraising Don’t let these challenges dampen your spirit! Run Social Media Giveaway or contest: Host a giveaway where participants share their favorite summer memories while tagging your organization. This increases brand awareness and encourages community interaction.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 17, 2012

The DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is back and calling for your best 2011 nonprofit videos! The 6th Annual DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is taking submissions starting February 1st. The 6th Annual DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is taking submissions starting February 1st. Are you a nonprofit?

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Classy

JUNE 21, 2021

Host a Contest With Multiple Ways to Participate. Hosting a contest can be an effective way to raise funds and encourage participation, but it’s important to remember that friendly competition isn’t for everyone. If you registered for the dog surf contest, a fundraising page was automatically created for you.

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frontstream

OCTOBER 17, 2023

There’s a time and place to adopt the motto, No risk, no reward —like entering a pie-baking contest even though you’ve never baked anything but store-bought cookie dough. Worst-case scenario: You’re out $30 worth of ingredients, a $20 entry fee, and you come in last while trying to win the first-place prize.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

Virtual Auction: An auction is a tried-and-true fundraising strategy that works well online. Online Contest: Online contests are fun, easy, and interactive. Here are some ideas: Talent contest: Perfect for an arts organization. Art contest: The Dogwood Arts Festival in Knoxville, TN held a sidewalk chalk contest.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 7, 2024

Discover strategies that will not only overcome these challenges but also significantly increase the donations you receive. This highlights the need for nonprofits to understand the common pitfalls and have strategies to address them. Read on to crack the code for maximum impact and sustainability.

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NTEN

MARCH 1, 2012

In a new white paper, " How Giving Contests Can Strengthen Nonprofits and Communities ", long-time NTEN Member Geoff Livingston takes a look at the next level: coordinated integration. A key part of a giving contest like this is the creation of a sense of unification or regional identity. It pays to cooperate, even in a competition.

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Achieve

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Follow these steps to target your social media strategy for stewarding relationships with donors: Encourage donors to follow you on social media. Incentivize engagement by hosting a giveaway or other fun contest just for new followers on your platform of choice. Donorly’s fundraising strategy guide. online donor engagement.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 23, 2023

From pumpkin carving contests to haunted houses, there are so many ways to embrace this new season with fresh ideas. Let’s dive into the event ideas, how to’s, and fundraising strategies so that you can get started on your own autumn extravaganza! Charge admission for the thrill-seekers who want to experience the scares.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 8, 2016

But the GivingTuesday spirit still continues until the end of the month with #MyGivingStory , a contest where your nonprofit organization could receive a grant up to $10,000. MyGivingStory, in its second year, is a nationwide campaign and social media storytelling contest to inspire public discussion about the reasons people give.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 21, 2013

Dr. Mani Children Heart Foundation : To raise money using social media as part of your strategy, you need a group of champions with tight connections to your mission and voluntary opt-in email works well for this. Jewish Federations : When developing a strategy for an engagement campaign, don’t be off the cuff.

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Whole Whale

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Halloween Costume Contest. Pumpkin Carving Contest. This is another great contest idea that can get people engaged and excited about your cause. You could even have a contest to see who can raise the most money, with prizes for the top three fundraisers. Make sure to include a way to give online direct from the handout.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 26, 2011

." Great piece from Allyson Kapin reminding readers that social media is "part of" a strategy. We know that tools (aka tactics) are what help us implement a strategy, not what it is built around. Love of Philanthropy Photo Contest « Vivanista | Living Well. So we need to remember that with social media!

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The MatrixFiles

JUNE 15, 2021

Worked with their speakers to add interactive elements, from polls to contests. Polls and contests to add sparkle to a session or break. .” But with virtual, more thought has gone into the quality of the sessions to make sure people stay engaged and don’t log off. Coached speakers to become better presenters.

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Whole Whale

JUNE 9, 2022

Develop a Social Media Strategy. To get started, develop a social media strategy that includes goals, target audience, and key messages. To get started, identify some prizes that would be appealing to your target audience and then promote the contest through social media, flyers, and word-of-mouth. Engage More Volunteers.

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Care2

AUGUST 12, 2012

Often they are looking for a quick fix, which is just bad strategy and frankly a waste of money. You can also plan photo and caption contests on Facebook, Pinit contests on Pinterest, organize protests, and house parties, Fundraising appeals. How can your members financially help support the movement?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 7, 2016

That said, there are proven strategies that can help your nonprofit quickly grow your e-mail list, such as: Create an e-newsletter subscribe page on your website that describes your e-newsletter and how often it will be sent and promote this page on your social networks.

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Amy Sample Ward

JULY 11, 2011

. —– Have you thought about running a contest or crowdsourcing ideas for your organization or community group? In a previous job, I had the opportunity to help run crowdsourcing contests for new and innovative technologies that help nonprofits and the world. If you have, you certainly aren’t alone.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 10, 2020

Draft your social media strategy to put everything into place. Organic posting, running contests, and incorporating social media marketing in emails are all great ways to get started on your branding journey. Run a contest! Social media contests aren’t expected to give the same payoff as winning the lottery.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Pet Fundraisers Host events like dog walks, pet parades, dog washes, or pet costume contests and charge admission/entry fees. Photo Contest Organize a low-cost photo contest, charging entry fees and showcasing winning photos through an exhibition or calendar sale (either of which could end up being another way to raise funds).

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