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Rethinking Service Days – Join our Conversation

VQ Strategies

On the positive side, they are an effective device to raise the profile of volunteering in our communities. I had hoped it would fuel some conversations, which it most certainly did, but it launched conversations not only about service days, rather about many things. Because national days of service such as MLK Jr.

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In conversation: Using data to deepen understanding

Candid

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation is making a bold and public move to use Candid’s GuideStar profile and demographic survey to track data from grant applicants and recipients. Brad: Why did you decide to use Candid’s GuideStar profiles and demographic data survey instead of creating something from scratch?

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HOW TO: Upgrade Your Nonprofit’s Pinterest Profile to a Business Account

Nonprofit Tech for Good

The new business accounts do not change the design or functionality of your nonprofit’s Pinterest profile, but it will give you access to new tools and case studies for brands as they become available. It also allows you to stop having to use a personal profile as a brand (i.e., first name Amnesty , last name International ).

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Visibility and relationships: Effective fundraising for small nonprofits

Candid

Many small nonprofits find the cost of maintaining a robust website prohibitive, but you can create a Candid profile for free. Funders look to Candid profiles to guide their giving decisions. The easiest way to start the conversation as a small nonprofit is to attend networking events in your community.

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In conversation: using data and education to advance racial equity at MEASURE

Candid

How did you first hear about Candid nonprofit profiles and what value do you see in earning the highest level seal? His championship of the platform encouraged me to claim our nonprofit profile right away. His championship of the platform encouraged me to claim our nonprofit profile right away.

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10 Twitter Best Practices for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

1) Set up your nonprofit’s Twitter Profile to maximize followers. Before you follow any account, ensure that your profile is complete with (1) a well-designed profile photo and header image; (2) a bio that expresses clearly your organization’s mission; and (3) a link to your website. Schedule tweets in advance.

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How Your Nonprofit Can Make the Most of Its LinkedIn Profile

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

How Your Nonprofit Can Make the Most of Its LinkedIn Profile – Guest Post by Victoria Michelson. This allows them to participate in conversations and build relationships with their followers in a professional, representative way.

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