Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 17, 2013

Photo Source: Mlaraevski on Flickr. Your photos should not only resonate with your audience, it should tell a story, not be copyrighted, and be a decent photo (not blurry or poorly composed). You can take your own photos or use stock photography. Don’t forget to add your URL or logo. Kitchen Equipment.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2012

Also discussed are low-cost or free photo-editing tools that allow nonprofits to create images that not only work well on Pinterest, but also on other social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 17, 2020

By Jean O’Brien , founder of Digital Charity Lab , a social enterprise that builds digital skills in non-profits and shares free learning resources. Jean is also a freelance consultant who works on digital strategy, marketing and design for non-profits. Have a minimum of 15 ads in each campaign : 5 images x 3 copy versions.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

Also discussed are low-cost or free photo-editing tools that allow nonprofits to create images that not only work well on Pinterest, but also on other social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Also discussed are low-cost or free photo-editing tools that allow nonprofits to create images that not only work well on Pinterest, but also on other social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 5, 2012

Also discussed are low-cost or free photo-editing tools that allow nonprofits to create images that not only work well on Pinterest, but also on other social networking sites. Related Link: Summer Webinar Special for Nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2013

Also discussed are low-cost or free photo-editing tools that allow nonprofits to create images that not only work well on Pinterest, but also on other social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter. Related Links: Spring Webinar Special for Nonprofits.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 11, 2011

—– I’m really excited by tools that enable digital or transmedia storytelling. I recently attended the US launch event for Historypin is a new (and free) application for Android, iPhone, or the web that arranges photos, videos, and text in the context of time and location (leveraging the Google Maps API).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 4, 2021

That’s because a digital strategy can truly transform every aspect of your organization’s work – from marketing to events. The good news is that once you embrace digital donor engagement tools, most of the grunt work – like donation forms and gift acknowledgements – is done for you through automation.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Also discussed are low-cost or free photo-editing tools that allow nonprofits to create images that not only work well on Pinterest, but also on other social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

In the digital environment of email, social media, and mobile, we can use storytelling in innovative ways to inspire supporters and donors — and raise more money. Photos, videos, selfies, and personal stories allow us to embed emotional content in fundraising campaigns. Tip 2: Use Photos to Create Emotional Impact.

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Qgiv

JUNE 10, 2022

The short answer: Digital advertising and marketing. The long(er) answer : You’ll need a comprehensive digital marketing strategy to create and publicize successful virtual fundraising events. What is Digital Marketing? Digital marketing is one of the fastest growing types of marketing. Why Do You Need It? Text-to-give.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

There’s no secret trick to instantly improving digital engagement for nonprofits. The most reliable way for nonprofits to increase digital engagement is to test different techniques and messages with your own audience to determine what they respond to best, and follow the results.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

There are more places than ever to get free images that are entirely OK for you to use for your communications. Here are 10 sources for images you can freely use on your website or other communications channels. Where to Find Free Images. Google Advanced Image Search lets you filter your search by usage rights.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2020

This is the third post in a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. Fresh, timely content is more vital to the success of your nonprofit’s digital campaigns than it has ever been. Embed images and videos that are consistent in size.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

From the first experience of surround sound to seeing your hands function and your body moving through a digital world, nonprofit marketers and fundraisers absolutely need to explore this next iteration of the internet. Sharing : Cast, take photos, and record video in VR. Profile : Select your profile image to access your profile.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 1, 2018

The changes have also prompted nonprofits to reevaluate their digital strategies and make changes in strategies and tactics. For example, my one colleague replaced her profile photo with a black and white image that states “Away.” Is it the BEST place for photos? But that’s also one of its great weaknesses.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2014

Over time through powerful visual storytelling a nonprofit can build a strong brand and grow their Instagram following, but without the ability to link to a donate page inside of Instagram, it’s difficult to inspire your Instagram followers to do more than simply like and comment on your photos.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 29, 2015

With so many cute cat photos on the Internet, it's tempting to just grab one and use it on your website. But what are the rules and where can you get good public domain or Creative Commons images to spice up your website? The Rules on Using Images. You don't need to register an image with the U.S.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 26, 2015

Oh stock images. Here are a few key considerations to help you choose fantastic images for your site. Are You Treating Your Images as Content? Good, this is important: Photos and other images should never be used just as decoration. Is the Image Relevant?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

Written by Findjoo , this is the second post in a series of three about best practices in digital marketing and fundraising for membership organizations and associations. You might want to hire a photographer for events, then get participant’s permission to tag them in photos on social media. Run competitions and giveaways.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 10, 2018

Julia Campbell is social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. Users pin images, videos, and articles that reflect who they want to be, places they want to travel, things they want to try. By Julia Campbell . Pinterest is aspirational.

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Qgiv

APRIL 27, 2023

Apple Pay Giving via Venmo Add impact images Promote matching gifts Encourage recurring giving 1. Apple Pay The first of our nonprofit trends has to do with digital wallets. Why is paying with a digital wallet like Apple Pay a nonprofit mini trend? Add impact images Our next nonprofit mini trend involves your donation form.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 19, 2024

Armed with the right CMS, you’ll be in great shape to meet your organization’s digital goals. Visuals: Visuals, like photos, videos, and graphics, add to your supporters’ viewing experience and make your website more engaging. Web design branding can be broken down into two main categories: verbal branding and visual branding.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Many auction items come as a bundle—for example, a concert experience might include two front-row seats, merchandise, and a photo opportunity with the artist. Include Compelling Images Rounding out your auction catalog with a variety of high-quality photos also makes it look professional and aesthetically pleasing.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 23, 2013

Image from Flickr by Xurble. But if you want to get even deeper insights, do an in-depth review of a similar nonprofit’s practice – whether it be broad – such as digital marketing techniques or narrow such as analyzing specific techniques as part of a content strategy. We want our donors to be advocates.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

However, relying on digital ads can quickly eat up your marketing budget, and word of mouth might not get you the momentum you need to expand your reach quickly. By regularly generating content on your website, you can expand your digital reach and get visitors excited about your business.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 27, 2013

The TechSoup Digital Storytelling Challenge is back and there are some great prizes in store for organizations with the most creative, compelling, and entertaining stories. However, before we can talk about prizes or even sending submissions, we need to cover how to create those digital stories.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 27, 2023

When nonprofits started to experiment with digital marketing in 1990s and early 2000s, the few tools that were available were expensive and limited in their functionality. Today, the number of low-cost, well-built digital marketing tools is incredible! Ideal for small nonprofits with limited funds for digital marketing.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Note – Photos or a video of your characters are HIGHLY recommended. Large, beautiful photos of the family, perhaps in front of their humble home). Photos and videos are crucial to the success of your story. Some of the most compelling images and videos are snapped in an instant on a smartphone. Show them who, where, why.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

Get creative with your digital strategy. Using an online platform, set each volunteer up with their own campaign page , which they can personalize with a photo and description of their connection with your cause. Get creative with your digital strategy. Recruit loyal supporters to fundraise for your cause.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 13, 2020

Here are some ideas to make the most of volunteers online: Data/Image Projects. Manage and Organize Photo Library. The right photo can make or break a campaign or donation pages. There are never enough photos to satisfy the social media monsters either which all rely on compelling images. Build a Photo Library.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 4, 2014

Your new media manager should also have digital copies of all promotional images and graphics as well as three to four that are created solely for uploading while the event is occurring. They can be branded images embedded with the event hashtag, quotes from speakers , or photos of the venue. Write in the third person.

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Candid

MAY 14, 2024

Like your annual spring cleaning, it’s something you should do every year, and it’s a great way to clean up your digital space. Banner picture: This is the large image that accompanies your logo. It’s also the perfect time to do a social media audit for your nonprofit organization. It was a fake.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 29, 2014

In the process, your nonprofit at the very least will increase your SEO in Google Search and position yourself as an early adopter of digital wallets. Prioritize uploading photos over sharing links. Posts with with a message and an uploaded image get much higher engagement than shared links. Google+ is a visual social network.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

Get the necessary training (HTML, digital photography, video, social media, and mobile technology). Purchase a digital camera. Write content and secure photos for website pages. Design a custom banner, sidebar column image, and video page banner, if applicable. Create and organize photos into collections and sets.

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Wild Apricot

OCTOBER 12, 2009

TechSoup’s Digital Storytelling Challenge offers a chance for your photos and videos to win cool prizes for your organization, ranging from a Flip video camera to Adobe software. Non-profit Communications images Videos YouTube. Even if you’re not 100% sure you can pull it off by the deadline, it’s still.( read more ).

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