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How Social Good Organizations Can Boost Voter Engagement in the U.S.

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Our democracy works best when everyone participates, and as nonprofits and social good organizations, it’s up to us to make sure our communities are engaged and voting. Why nonprofit and social good organizations? . As tax-exempt organizations, our role is to promote turnout, not to influence the outcome of the election.

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Generational Giving at Arts & Cultural Organizations – A Donor Story

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As I was discussing fundraising and membership with a coworker, I realized that my emotional connection to one particular type of organization created a foundation on which I base my giving. You gravitated toward the museum, zoo, gallery, symphony, cultural management organization because of your roots. Can’t think of any?

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Are Nonprofit Email Newsletters Really A Waste of Time?

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” He went on to say “Email newsletters don't get read, yet they take more effort to prepare than a 250-word email” He concluded, "email is still a killer application, but only when used properly.". ” Many nonprofit newsletters are unfortunately poorly executed. Conservation International is a great example.

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Insta-what? Pin it where? Why should arts and cultural organizations use Instagram and Pintrest?

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I was having a conversation the other day about the ways in which Pintrest and Instagram can be used at nonprofit organizations. They provide a way to share, instantly and on a large scale, insight into what is going on at your organization. Here are three ways (with examples) you can use Instagram and Pintrest at your organization: 1.

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Revenue Grows for Faith-based Organizations

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Overall fundraising revenue for 334 churches, synagogues and other faith-based organizations representing nearly $1.2 target="_blank">The Blackbaud Index that tracks fundraising revenue for congregations and other faith-based organizations. billion in annual revenue grew 3.5 percent, compared to the year-earlier period. .

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Insider Tips for Nonprofit Content Marketing at Healthcare Organizations

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Not only does valuable and unique content increase the visibility of your organization and its mission, but (if done right) it encourages engagement among your supporters and echoes in a familiar voice the emotional core of your organization’s purpose. Here are three tips to help your organization create more donor-driven content: 1.

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How Nonprofits Can Use Storytelling to Boost Donor Retention

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This data shows that new donor retention should be a high priority for non-profit organizations. Now is the time to instate best practices at your organization and truly develop a great system for donor retention. This is where I see a lot of organizations struggle. Donor Newsletters. Need some newsletter inspiration?