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APRIL 5, 2013

It contains online fundraising, advocacy, email, social, and mobile results from 55 U.S.-based It’s a 46-page free e-book collaboratively written by a cross-section of npEXPERTS in fundraising, marketing and communications, social media, mobile technology, digital advertising, and more. based national nonprofits in 2012.

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Rate email Ideas Trend 235

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JUNE 20, 2011

They can also post in the discussion board or write a review of your Page (if applicable). Do our fans still use the discussion tabs? Remember that age and location doesn’t necessarily mean that you have a social media savvy fanbase fans are (Baby Boomers are avid Facebook users too!). What are our fan demographics?

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Facebook Question Demographics Interaction 278

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NOVEMBER 5, 2010

As the conference nears I’m getting ready for an exciting session focused on the use of social media in the non-profit sector, but I need YOUR help. 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.

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Question DC Blackbaud Social Media 116

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JUNE 9, 2011

2) The Rise of the Socially-Conscious Partnership. In the early 2000’s, we saw the rise of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in for-profit companies. In fact, some larger companies now have a social responsibility officer with an actual department. The collective $133.9 3) The Shift in Donor Attitudes. 1] [link]. [2]

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Trend Attitude Stats Charity 219

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MARCH 7, 2011

It should be a great conversation between (check out the panelists below) social networking providers and their non-profit users. Title: Social Media for Social Good: How Digital Charity is Changing our World. Here’s the detail … ?Title: Date/Time : 9:30 AM Monday, March 14. Follow Frank on Twitter.

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Blackbaud YouTube Profit University 266

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

Let the voting begin … Making Social Media Measurement Sexy. This interactive panel will showcase nonprofit case studies about advanced social media campaigns with multi-channel marketing strategies linked to CRM services. Through social media, nonprofits can launch a movement, create buzz around a cause, and build a community.

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Social Media Case Study Chad Nonprofit 148

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JANUARY 25, 2012

Highlight statistics about how social media can help them raise even more. List the top fundraisers and discuss high-level incentives. Highlight the ease of fundraising by social media and email. Increase Event Fundraising with Social Media. Provide ways to connect with other top fundraisers. Minimum/Non-fundraisers.

Raise 226

Raise Money Fundraising Contest 226

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OCTOBER 26, 2010

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. 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.

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Digital Fundraising Profit Social Media 122

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JUNE 24, 2011

Often, I am the only presenter on good old email in a conference packed with sessions about social media and mobile. I spend a couple of days a month on the road, mostly presenting at conferences and user forums on email best practices.

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Offline Channel Fundraising Mail 153

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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. But if you’re simply trying to raise awareness for a broad issue during the holiday season, a slacktivism-based social media campaign might be a good fit.

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Awareness Raise Greece Meme 199

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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.

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Service Blackbaud Social Network Twitter 105

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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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Measure ROI Mail Social Media 102

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MAY 19, 2011

First and foremost, determine which existing audiences you wish to engage (board members, major donors, past event fundraisers or attendees, all donors, volunteers, etc) in your fundraising and how you will reach out to them (email, social networks, mail, phone, on-site events, etc). Increase Event Fundraising with Social Media.

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Relationship Raise Tips Fundraising 208

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JUNE 26, 2012

Next came Social Media where platforms like Facebook and Twitter have revolutionized the way we engage with our supporters. 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?

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Develop Create Fundraising Virtual 193

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MAY 23, 2012

It’s popularity has made the word commonplace when you interact in social networks. 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. Fundraising Page Badges.

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Badge Fundraising Cancer Colorado 205

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MAY 17, 2012

Social media sites? 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. Pay Attention to Referrals. Where do your visitors come from? Search engines? Partner websites?

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Results Online Donor Fundraising 230

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JUNE 23, 2011

Guest post by my friend Geoff Livingston, author of Welcome to the Fifth Estate a new book focused on creating and sustain a winning social media strategy. Why is it that we don’t discuss long-term success with social media? It is time to look at long-term success with social media. The Time is NOW.

Social Media 219

Social Media Media Social Chapter 219

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AUGUST 30, 2010

Social Media. Are you even being social? 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. Being social is about being a part of a community and engaging in discussions with other people.

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Social Media ROI Media Social 100

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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. Social Media integration – Allow users to “like” and “share” videos with friends through multiple social media channels.

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Photo Images Video YouTube 113

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APRIL 11, 2012

Now day’s every conference you go to has a HUGE social media focus. 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? Don’t let it go to pot because of all your focus on social media or mobile. 1) Email is Hot.

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Technology Game NTC San Francisco 245