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JULY 22, 2010

comes up from time to time in discussions with clients. The question “how do I put a video into an email?” This question inspires me to set down some basic “how to” recommendations (since a full video really can’t/shouldn’t be put into an email!).

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OCTOBER 26, 2010

More specifically we discussed grass roots fundraising and the rapid growth of online platforms that allow people to raise money for the causes they support. This year he joined a few of us for the Ignite Panel at Blackbaud’s conference where we talked about how social media is helping non-profits change the world. Check out the video.

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JUNE 24, 2011

To review more of the report’s findings and discuss how organizations are able to make the case for investing in online initiatives despite direct mail’s continuing dominance, I hope you’ll join me at Care2’s free web seminar on June 29 at 3pm.

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APRIL 5, 2013

With that in mind, here are eight popular npENGAGE posts to help improve email engagement and fundraising email results : One Email Tactic Nonprofits Need to Steal From Brand Marketers – Discusses the most effective way to increase email relevancy and 10 types of these campaigns.

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JULY 31, 2008

is about using blogs, discussion boards, and all the latest social networking sites such as Twitter, Facebook, etc. We attempt to participate in discussions about Blackbaud when it feels appropriate, all so our customers can understand how committed we are to understanding their issues and meeting their needs. Customer Service 2.0

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APRIL 13, 2010

There is a continuous discussion going on in the nonprofit space that’s centered on measurement. We all know that measurement and determining return on investment (ROI) is important so we’re thinking about how to determine what success looks like in the social media world. Direct mail and email are at the top of that list.

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JULY 27, 2012

Let’s discuss in the comments below or start a conversation in the Altru community ! How do you drive visitors to sign up for your email list? Do you still see value in email addresses or are you more focused on blog subscribers or social media fans and followers?

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OCTOBER 5, 2009

As an extension to Frank’s post on LIVE STRONG Day , I’d like to discuss another aspect of Lance Armstrong Foundation’s grassroots efforts. Over the past few years, LAF has cultivated a successful program for independent fundraisers called Grassroots Fundraising. This program has become an important extension of the LIVE STRONG Day program.

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JUNE 5, 2012

In Thursday’s web seminar we’ll be discussing post event survey’s and how to ask questions that will help you develop strategies to increase revenue. This Thursday Jennifer Ashbaugh from Big Brothers Big Sisters will help answer this very important question “ are you asking the right questions in your post event survey ?”.

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APRIL 25, 2012

To get all ten make sure to check back in with us over the next week or join us for a live discussion on this topic during our Free Guide Series ! From our extensive research and work with nonprofits in creating strategic, impactful websites, we’ve uncovered and organized a list of the top 10 elements of an effective nonprofit website.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2009

It is a lively and growing place with discussions covering everything from explanations of God’s presence on Facebook to analyzing the success of Barak Obama’s presidential campaign. I just joined Ted Hart’s People to People Fundraising group on Linked In.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2009

At October's Blackbaud UK Relationship Management conference, I discussed Challenge Event Fundraising and the best ways to get the most out of these events. I'd like to share some of the findings but first some background.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2010

After each of the speakers present’s I’ll be moderating a discussion with them focused on helping nonprofits understand how they can use social media for social good. Once the panel discussion begins I’ll be taking questions from the audience as well as fielding questions via Twitter. How you can participate.

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MARCH 9, 2009

Although it’s not the main point of the book, he does talk a bit about another book he wrote called “ Purple Cow ” where he describes how normal cows are not usually worth talking about, but if there were a purple cow, well that would be worth discussing! The whole idea is to be remarkable.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

Join us as we discuss how three organizations have figured out how to ignite their communities and leverage their online platforms to create change through volunteerism at VolunteerMatch, crowdsourced fundraising at GiveForward, and small-scale donations at Jolkona. How do you convert those social “do-gooders” into helping you create change?

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JUNE 9, 2011

You can read more and discuss your predictions at www.thefutureofnonprofits.com and order the book here. [1] Then be sure to get your copy of the “The Future of Nonprofits: Thrive and Innovate in the Digital Age”. My co-author Randal Moss and I also cover the top five communication trends of the future as well. 1] [link]. [2]

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MAY 17, 2012

Make it your goal to put the needs of potential donors’ first, and discuss with colleagues what to change so that the most pertinent information is easily accessible. Have friends or peers who aren’t familiar with your site take a look at it, and explore their feedback.

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JUNE 26, 2012

Here are a few questions I would recommend discussing internally to get you started: Who would we target with a campaign like this and what might they be interested in doing? What tools do we need to provide on the website to allow fundraisers to engage their networks?

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MARCH 27, 2013

Lets discuss a few points that may surprise you if you feel that designing for “above the fold” is still critical to your online strategy. That term found its way to the web with the thought that the most prominent content of your website should be immediately available when the page loads, lest the audience navigate somewhere else.

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MAY 23, 2012

In past posts we’ve discussed some ways to create an experience during an event to let these repeat performers know they’re highly valued, but remember that you can achieve this same effect online as well. Here’s five ideas to make the lives of your fundraisers much simpler while also improving their fundraising effectiveness.

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JANUARY 2, 2009

As I regularly discuss in consultations and presentations, the better you can understand your audience, the better you can relate with them through your communications, and the more successful your marketing efforts will be. than either improve in those ways or discuss candidly with supporters why you can’t at this time.

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MARCH 7, 2011

Come ready to interact, discuss and be challenged to think differently about how technology enables world changing impact. Join us as we talk about the latest social good initiatives underway at Twitter, Facebook, Foursquare and YouTube while also seeing how non-profit organizers are using these tools to change the world.

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DECEMBER 6, 2010

In the last 24 hours, I have seen countless blog posts, discussions, and news articles all mocking this current meme for doing nothing to actually prevent child abuse. Awareness Can Be the Goal, and That’s OK. There are many slacktivism detractors out there, and this campaign had plenty of them poking sticks at it.

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JUNE 6, 2011

Functionality – Certain functionality requires a login, such as updating profiles, viewing giving history, managing open pledges, and others always should, such as discussion boards and uploading documents.

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JANUARY 25, 2012

List the top fundraisers and discuss high-level incentives. Also monitor their fundraising progress and reach out by phone, if needed. Highlight statistics about how social media can help them raise even more. Provide ways to connect with other top fundraisers. Minimum/Non-fundraisers. Keep communications brief.

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MAY 19, 2011

Utilize discussions boards, polls, blogs, surveys and social media to actively engage participants throughout the fundraising campaign. Ask for, and share, stories of involvement and success. 4) Activate.

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JANUARY 29, 2009

As discussed in the 2007 Target Analytics DonorCentrics Report, the average online donor gives more initially and has a higher lifetime value than a conventional donor. As everyone is acknowledging these days, online donors are going to be a key growth segment for nonprofit organizations this year.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2010

In Part 2 (coming soon) I’ll discuss ideas, uses, and strategies for incorporating these visual elements into your online strategy to help accomplish your goals and better communicate with your constituents. First, let’s all get on the same page.

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JUNE 23, 2011

Why is it that we don’t discuss long-term success with social media? . — There are some aspects of Welcome to the Fifth Estate that will be familiar to the social media ensconced, but there are others — the chapters on strategy, measurement and the final chapter on sustainability –that will be new for most readers.

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APRIL 11, 2012

12NTC wasn’t void of sessions and discussion on the topic, but they made sure fundamental things like email were covered because of a rather large group of people (Eh? Hopefully they’ll spark your thinking and motivate you to try a few new things. 6 Takeaways from #12NTC. 1) Email is Hot. For better or worse.

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AUGUST 30, 2010

Being social is about being a part of a community and engaging in discussions with other people. Just because you tweet a blog post does not mean you’re being social, as Steve McLaughlin so eloquently said in his recent blog post Single Channel Communication is Dead. In other words - it’s not just about you and your nonprofit priorities.

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MAY 10, 2012

So far we’ve discussed that your nonprofit website should: Resonate with Your Audiences. Share real stories of impact. Sharing stories of how others are affected by your work, your outreach and your mission will build credibility and encourage empathy. Have a Focused Homepage. Share Your Mission. Use Compelling Imagery.

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