EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good.  Check out our last installment here! Learn more at MESG.marketing ! Learn more at WeRaiseTheRoots.com

Advocacy 143

Advocacy Local Audience Poll 143

sgEngage

JANUARY 30, 2024

In reality, many nonprofits like St. If your nonprofit is ready to dive deeper into the world of AI fundraising to boost donor engagement with your mission, this is the place to start! Other AI solutions nonprofits commonly use include chatbots or virtual assistants to help streamline manual work.

Tools 84

Tools Donor Fundraising Survey 84

Get Fully Funded

JULY 16, 2023

When you hear the words “Nonprofit Board Meeting,” what comes to mind? If you are like most nonprofit leaders, the thought of a Board meeting creates feelings of dread, the blahs, the “let’s get it over withs”, the “I don’t have time for this” mindset, or the “I don’t know why we even bothers”. How do you feel? In one word, “UGH.”

Fun 98

Fun Product Law Nonprofit 98

DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

You probably spent your time struggling to keep your eyes open throughout these less-than-engaging experiences. As a nonprofit event coordinator, you know that engaging with your supporters before and during your events is critical to planning a well-attended and exciting event. Let’s get started! Plan hybrid events.

Strategy 52

Strategy Nonprofit Audience Hosting 52

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

*This is Part II of a series focused on nonprofit volunteering and volunteer programs. Fundraising events are a lifeblood for so many nonprofits. While nonprofits are constantly working to increase monetary donations, donations of time are equally important to moving a mission or a cause forward. Click here to read Part I.

Volunteer 87

Volunteer Build Guide Retention 87

3rd Sector Labs

JUNE 30, 2014

Many nonprofits don’t know their donor data. So, how do we know that nonprofits don’t know their donor data? This realization hits everyone right between the eyes when nonprofits experience turnover. While this is an informal poll and not a scientific study, the results are eye-opening. Data degrades.

Attention 157

Attention Data Donor Retention 157

3rd Sector Labs

AUGUST 22, 2014

The topic – “10 Decisions You Will Face with Any Donor Data Migration” – focused on preparing for your next CRM or data migration while addressing 10 tough decisions nonprofits encounter along the way. We asked several interesting poll questions to open the event, and the wrapped with a Q&A session.

Data 138

Data Donor Poll Aggregator 138

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 17, 2015

Over the next 30 years the.ORG domain would become the Internet home of the nonprofit sector worldwide and become synonymous with the term “nonprofit organization.” Though our good works, we co-opted a domain name open to anyone and gave it prominence and respect. million nonprofits. million nonprofits.

NGO 100

NGO United Kingdom United States Poll 100

Forum One

APRIL 28, 2022

Let’s explore how conversational marketing can move the needle forward for nonprofits’ missions with eight specific ways that it can support your nonprofit’s web presence and outreach. This could include requests around opening hours and location, conference registration, or donation details. Answer FAQs directly and quickly.

Conversation 56

Conversation Marketing FAQ Nonprofit 56

Forum One

APRIL 14, 2021

Let’s explore how conversational marketing can move the needle forward for nonprofits’ missions with eight specific ways that it can support your nonprofit’s web presence and outreach. This could include requests around opening hours and location, conference registration, or donation details. Answer FAQs directly and quickly.

Conversation 62

Conversation Marketing FAQ Nonprofit 62

Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Volunteers are integral to nonprofit organizations’ day-to-day operations. Without these dedicated supporters, many nonprofits would struggle to reach their annual goals. Volunteer management software is a tool that nonprofits can use to better organize their volunteers by handling everything from scheduling to ongoing communication.

Volunteer 75

Volunteer Software Management Track 75

Candid

OCTOBER 24, 2023

We all know how important year-end giving is for nonprofits. But beyond that, there’s another way to use social media that your nonprofit should consider for making the most out of the giving season. Warm them up with polls or easy open-ended questions, like asking what their favorite program or event of yours was over the last year.

Social Media 59

Social Media Build Media Giving 59

Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2021

As the world starts to open back up after the COVID-19 pandemic, now is an excellent time to re-imagine the various components of your organization and whether or not an in-person fundraising event makes sense. One area a lot of nonprofits are starting to dissect even more is the world of fundraising events.

Personal 98

Personal Fun Tips Fundraising 98

NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

In “15 Really Bad Real Ideas from Real Nonprofits” Jeff Brooks lists a few of these gems: Sell slightly-used airplane toiletry kits on eBay. By thanking the donor, praising the idea and offering to look into it, you keep the donor happy and open the door for future communication opportunities. Survey, poll or focus group.

Poll 57

Poll Fundraising Game Studies 57

Bloomerang

JULY 26, 2021

Is it clear that you’re a nonprofit organization and therefore need donations to fulfill your mission? . Consider Twitter polls or Q&A sessions or surveys. Automation helps you do more with less, so it’s a pretty essential strategy given that most nonprofits operate with limited budgets and staff. . If so, how?

Strategy 142

Strategy Online Fundraising Plugin 142

DNL OmniMedia

JANUARY 17, 2024

For instance, you’ll want to track email open rates, social media likes, and click-through rates to gauge performance. That’s why your nonprofit must be thoughtful to create engaging posts to keep pre-event momentum going. Post polls like “Which auction item are you most excited about?” Opting for interactive content.

Game 52

Game Marketing Change Tips 52

NonProfit Hub

JUNE 12, 2017

I sit on a couple of different boards for nonprofits and I’ve learned that sometimes, organizations run into snags. The platform helps teams of all sizes communicate more effectively and it can help your nonprofit too. How will Slack help my nonprofit organization? There’s an app for that. At the office? Use the desktop version.

Synchronous 57

Synchronous Channel Nonprofit Poll 57

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 30, 2012

Today, I have the honor of doing a session at The Allstate Foundation ‘s 60th Anniversary Executive Summit (hashtag #60summit ) where I’ll be talking about leading nonprofits with a network mindset. Social media presents incredible opportunities for nonprofits, both large and small. Social Media: Getting Leadership Buy-In.

Network 122

Network Social Media Detroit Nonprofit 122

Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 22, 2020

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? . Any nonprofit interested in promoting voting should brush up on the basics of nonpartisanship.

Organization 36

Organization Poll Social Mail 36

Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2023

The Giving USA 2023: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2022 is the most comprehensive report on philanthropy in America and the data within sheds light on the state of fundraising and ways nonprofits can overcome shortfalls in funding. International affairs nonprofits reported a 10.9% billion dollars out of the $499.33

Giving 97

Giving Report Grant Gift 97

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 25, 2012

Three new actions were announced at the time, including: Read, Watch, Listen to help people better understand what their friends are doing online. Facebook called it the “ Open Graph ” and the pr people called “A revolution to the whole meaning of listening to music together or family T.V.”

Music 114

Music Facebook Nonprofit Action 114

sgEngage

MARCH 22, 2022

A common misconception among newer nonprofit professionals is that every campaign or event is meant to attract new donors and donations. A prevailing myth in the nonprofit sector is that traditional mail has been phased out by the internet. Emails with personalized subject lines are 26% more likely to be opened.

Retention 94

Retention Communication Donor Strategy 94

Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

While focused on selling products, many of Ogilvy’s principles and “rules” around research, messaging, and motivating action remain surprisingly relevant today, especially for nonprofit organizations seeking to engage donors and volunteers. Remember your goal is persuading consumers. Helping real people should be the star.

Lesson 59

Lesson Fundraising Digital Test 59

ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 20, 2016

The problem is even more acute for nonprofits, which typically experience stricter budgets and more mission-related limits on what they can do when they market. Nevertheless, great marketing is possible for nonprofits. In the nonprofit context, this means reaching out to members of your community. Join the open source culture.

Marketing 40

Marketing Nonprofit Open Source Museum 40

NonProfit Hub

MAY 18, 2017

If I were to take a poll of everyone on earth, I would be willing to bet that a majority of people have a dream tucked away somewhere for three things; it’s become one of my favorite icebreaker conversations because of my hypothesis. Getting a nonprofit dream off the ground is not always as glamorous as it seems.

Podcast 38

Podcast NPO Poll Nonprofit 38

ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 3, 2019

posted by Katy Dennis-Bishop Fall 2018 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. Strong infrastructure in nonprofits is incredibly important to the health and success of every organization. That number is alarmingly low. First, let’s talk about the ins and outs of infrastructure. Educate Your Donors.

Dallas 40

Dallas Nonprofit Industry United States 40

Care2

OCTOBER 29, 2007

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" The polls close at midnight on Halloween. What’s in your peace platform?

Poll 28

Poll Social Media Grant Advocacy 28

Top Nonprofits

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

On January 11, 2021, a small group of nonprofit leaders came together to discuss how we are connecting to our audiences in a disconnected world. Take a look at all of your numbers, did open or click through rates increase or drop? On the flip side, many nonprofits saw diversity in who came to their online programs.

Conversation 52

Conversation Mexico Museum Europe 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 27, 2014

Join me for a FREE Webinar: Training Tips that Work for Nonprofits on Jan.29th I’ll be sharing my best tips and secrets for designing and delivering training for nonprofit professionals that get results. 29th at 1:00 PM EST/10:00 AM PST. I use a simple structure to design: before, during, and after.

Instructional Design 111

Instructional Design Instruction Instructional Training 111

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 26, 2011

Last week, I faciltated a mini-workshop at the Silicon Valley/Peninsula Nonprofit Leadership Forum hosted by Compasspoint. His opening remarks and conversation were inspiring to say the least. I also want to reflect a bit on the use of social media and mobile technology to support nonprofit professional learning at conferences.

Social Media 101

Social Media Mobile Professional Conference 101

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Email Strategy Only 68% of nonprofits utilize email marketing. Nonprofit Tech for Good Report ] Nonprofits sent an average of 60 email messages per subscriber in 2022, a 15% increase in volume from the previous year. [ Classy.org] 63% of nonprofits use personalization in their email marketing.

Statistics 225

Statistics email Marketing Benchmark 225

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 23, 2010

This year my work as Visiting Scholar at the David and Lucile Packard Foundation includes training, coaching, and facilitating peer learning sessions for grantees on using social media effectively, becoming a Networked Nonprofit. It has been incredible laboratory to put the big ideas in the book in practice.

Social Media 104

Social Media Fun Experiment Media 104

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 22, 2017

During the summer, I’ve been designing workshops based on The Happy Healthy Nonprofit and Emerging Leaders Playbook. A great training always start with a great opening or icebreaker. Nonprofit blogger Vu Lee has some tips on what types of openers to avoid. Tips for Good Openings.

Training 78

Training Train Exercise Fun 78

Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

Open Rate: If you manage an email campaign of any size, then you’re familiar with an open rate. It measures the number of people who opened your email relative to the number of people who received it. For example, if 100 people received your email and 20 people opened it, then your open rate is 20%.

email 32

email Rate Test Spam 32

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

OCTOBER 24, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Making a better, more findable blog October 24, 2007 I’ve gotten some nice kudos for my blog in the past few days, and it feels nice to know that people read the blog, and get something out of it.

Open Source 100

Open Source Poll RSS Tech 100

3rd Sector Labs

JULY 22, 2014

Nowhere is this more true than in the nonprofit sector. It is not unusual for large nonprofits to end up with 2 CRM systems, an event management system, one or more volunteer management systems, 2 or 3 email marketing accounts, and multiple additional databases that store all sorts of ad hoc data.

Software 161

Software Data Fundraising Database 161

Global Giving

APRIL 4, 2019

Now, he spends his time telling powerful stories of impact and is devoted to helping nonprofits do good better. Q: How can data help nonprofits raise more money? Polls on Facebook and Twitter—this will show you what parts of your work resonate on social media. Q: Why bother gathering data? Want more tips like this?

Conversation 52

Conversation Data Fundraising Hints 52