Forget the Press Release — It’s All About Your Pitch
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Your team expects you to write press releases, but they may not get attention from reporters. Use these pitch-writing tips to get traction.
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Nonprofits Source
JANUARY 11, 2024
Even if you are a capital campaign beginner, you probably know that these campaigns have a quiet phase and a public phase. Then, you’ll announce your campaign and begin the public phase. In this post, we’ll explore five tips that will help you market your capital campaign during the public phase so you can meet your goal!
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Nonprofit Tech for Good
APRIL 24, 2013
Social media has forever changed how nonprofits and journalists distribute and consume news stories, yet the format of nonprofit press releases has not evolved at all. Almost every communication medium out there has been impacted by the rise of social and mobile media, but not press releases. 3) Include a photo on your press release.
Donorbox
OCTOBER 25, 2021
Although press releases might seem more the domain of big corporations, celebrities, and politicians, they can be a great tool for nonprofits to grow and inform their audience. Press releases are not only useful for publicising and advertising events.
The Fundraising Authority
DECEMBER 21, 2020
This allows them to reach out to new potential customers, and receive free publicity through media coverage. Below we’ve created seven tips for soliciting sponsorships for your fundraiser: Utilize your network: Talk to employees, partners, members on your board, etc. What It's Like To Write With Fundwriter.ai.
Kindful
APRIL 8, 2021
While it seems that some nonprofits have the luxury of being a household name or are always in the press, this just isn’t the case for the majority of us. Huge organizations have huge teams and designated employees just for nonprofit public relations and outreach, media connections, and communications. Reaching out to press.
Greater Giving
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
TIP: You’ve probably seen it referred to as #GivingTuesday. This is a great time to set up your GivingTuesday donation page, plan a few publicity blasts, and start approaching donors about commitments. Check out our last-minute GivingTuesday marketing tips. Hot Tips for Raising More with Your Giving Tuesday Website.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 24, 2020
News articles on your website can serve the same function as blog posts on your website provided they are dated and written like a blog post, not a press release. 8) Share resources and useful tips related to your mission. Second, search engines are consistently searching the web to index fresh content. Blog Design Best Practices.
TechImpact
AUGUST 29, 2013
Image courtesy of Coordinating Public Relations. Beth Kanter, an expert in nonprofit networking, and Bahia Ramos, Director of the Communication Foundations Program for the Knight Foundation, co-authored a blog post, sharing their commentary and tips about the Playbook. What would your nonprofit like to gain from a Giving Day?
The Modern Nonprofit
MARCH 1, 2022
While the corporate sponsor contributes to an organization to help further its mission (usually monetarily), the nonprofit then promotes the sponsoring corporation’s connection to its cause, offering positive publicity and a boosted reputation. Are you a business with tips for organizations wanting for-profits partnerships?
NTEN
JUNE 1, 2011
NTEN's newest publication is free and hot off the press. Show Me the World," from See3 Communications' Michael Hoffman and Danny Alpert, which provides both inspiration and tips to get started with video for your cause. What do Guerrilla Video, Facebook for Volunteer Management, and #GettingSlizzard have in common?
Greater Giving
AUGUST 10, 2023
Media Relations, also known as Public Relations (PR), plays a pivotal role in getting the word out and generating excitement. Their primary responsibility is to promote the event through various media channels and engage with potential attendees, sponsors, and the public. The Power of Great PR What are media relations?
Candid
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
How much you can find out about individual donors depends on how much information a nonprofit or donor is willing to make public. While the IRS doesn’t require public disclosure of contributions to most nonprofits, it does require disclosure of contributions to private foundations.
Tech Soup
AUGUST 28, 2013
The press, donors, and supporters are looking for great stories too. Extend your reach by targeting press. Getting press can help you reach new audiences of supporters. They also have a hard time approaching press. Try Twitter and the publication's own directories to find the right people. Pitch and update.
Qgiv
MAY 14, 2021
Your crisis communication plan’s purpose is to guide your organization’s public communication in response to an event that could negatively impact your organization. Some issues might just require close monitoring while others may require a press release that’s approved by your CEO. Pro Tip: People use Do Not Disturb at night.
Byte Technology
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Unfortunately for companies of all sizes, the five aforementioned brands are just the tip of the ADA and website accessibility iceberg. Put simply, Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits commercial facilities, restaurants, and other public businesses from “discriminating” against people with disabilities.
Tech Soup
SEPTEMBER 1, 2015
But working with the media is tricky, especially if you don't have a dedicated marketing or press relations person on staff. After years of being on both the press side and the PR side of the media game, here are some of my favorite tips for elevating a fundraising campaign. My favorite tip? Be Media-Friendly.
Candid
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
Asking nonprofits to create a survey and email language to collect demographic data places an extra burden on their already limited time and resources. As a nonprofit ourselves, we understand that staff are always hard-pressed for time. nonprofits and foundations.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
OCTOBER 10, 2019
The public counts on nonprofit organizations to champion important issues and bring about positive change. Here are a few tips about choosing photos that can lead to fundraising success : Stay away from using grainy or unclear images. To date, more than 50 million donors have given over $5 billion through the GoFundMe fundraisers.
NetWits
JULY 13, 2011
Press Releases. With the social age of the web so large, sending press releases and news announcements to media outlets simply isn’t enough. Use Twitter to make new announcements, link to press releases and share other important news you want to both inform your community about, and get the larger word out on.
NonProfit Hub
MAY 25, 2017
Research fundraising opportunities at restaurants or sporting events, and reach out to local news and radio stations for press. You can also create events that are open to the public. As they say, no press is bad press. Many companies have funds reserved for charitable giving, and it makes them look good too.
Tech Soup
MAY 24, 2017
No matter what your fundraiser ultimately looks like, there are some tips that, if followed, can help to ensure that your event is a big success! Tip #1: Set a Goal. Publicize your goal and any progress you make toward it. Tip #2: Go Cheap with Your Venue. For more tips on finding a cheaper venue, check out this article.
NonProfit Hub
APRIL 20, 2018
However, to reach those people with education, resources and services, you need external aid from the press. Here are six ways to capture the interest of the press and earn media coverage to help you impact your local community. Build relationships with the press. If you want to affect the press, get to know the press.
Qgiv
JUNE 24, 2021
Increase Aware for Your Fundraiser with a Press Release. I’ve never worked in PR, but I have written plenty of press releases in my life, all for nonprofits. I went to every major nonprofit website I could think of and based my press release on their structure. It’s thorough and you’ll save yourself a lot of time!
Bloomerang
APRIL 27, 2021
Press Releases . If you want to reach more people and help promote your brand recognition while positively shaping the public’s perception of you – learning a few key strategies and skills around external nonprofit communication is vital. . In the meantime, check out some of these nonprofit social media tips. Newsletter.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
JANUARY 8, 2014
In this post, I’m sharing my slides , resources , and practical engagement tips with a higher purpose. Here’s a brief summary of the tip with a link to the full post with more tips. Here are some tips for games and giveaway contests on Facebook. Experiment, Measure, Learn, and Revise.
NonProfit Hub
SEPTEMBER 1, 2020
To do this, they use a variety of techniques, including public relations management, content marketing and technical SEO. . Building a reputable business and maintaining a friendly relationship with the press can lead to favorable mentions in the media. Nonprofit organizations and SEO Reputation.
Candid
JANUARY 30, 2023
Rebranding can be used to improve public perception of a nonprofit’s organization, but it’s a major decision and significant project to undertake. Prepared to press go on rebranding your nonprofit? Effective branding also gives potential donors an accurate and compelling picture of your organization that encourages their vital support.
Candid
APRIL 26, 2021
This article will answer these following pressing questions about where to begin: What is web accessibility? The ADA applies to any organization with more than 15 employees or that has any “public accommodations.” Legal debates have ensued on whether websites are considered public accommodations. You’ve come to the right place.
Qgiv
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
in Public Affairs at UCF with a focus in Nonprofit Management. As part of the community, you can connect with other partners, share tips and best practices, and access their resources to help make your campaign a success. Pitch your local press. Create a press release to share your campaign plans with your local media.
Amy Sample Ward
MAY 10, 2011
Description : Pressing “send” on an email campaign isn’t as easy as it used to be. Public relations professionals must have strategic, well-informed plans to meet their email campaign goals. Location : Nebraska. Topic : Email Campaigns: Know Your Audience and Get Results. These days, competition for inbox space is increasing.
Classy
MAY 17, 2021
To move toward your end-of-year fundraising goals and establish a deep connection with the right corporation, consider these three tips for pitching a Giving Tuesday corporate match. This hometown partnership could build positive press for the corporation while amplifying the impact of your organization’s mission. . Practice the Pitch.
Care2
MARCH 9, 2013
Twitter can be a great platform to engage with people though, if campaigners take the time to have back and forth discussions and not just use Twitter to promote blog posts, press releases or fact sheets. 95 percen t: public conversations about TV shows that happen on Twitter. Note, these statistics were provided by Twitter executives.
Get Fully Funded
MARCH 6, 2023
Members of the public pay to participate in voting and/or to participate in the competition. Create a marketing plan that includes social media, press releases, and other advertising, like your local public radio station or other local press. Competitions.
Get Fully Funded
FEBRUARY 24, 2010
Since I’m sharing about Special Events this week, I thought I’d post some tips for making them better. Here are 5 tips for maximizing your events: 1. Clearly define each event you hold. If your event garners publicity, particularly through the media, you can probably secure at least one corporate sponsor.
Connection Cafe
APRIL 15, 2014
Make sure that it’s you – the official spokesperson for the organization – who takes the story public, not a third party. Contact the press. Is there a conference where you might present lessons learned and tips for others? 3 – Tell the Story Yourself. Be transparent. 4 – Keep the Team Updated.
Kindful
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Grant Research Tip: While there are more than 100,000 potential grant funders across the United States, they typically are very specific in what they fund and where they fund. The Highland Street Foundation is committed to addressing the most pressing needs and concerns for children and families in Massachusetts and California.
Bloomerang
MAY 6, 2021
They had at the tips of their fingers vast amounts of information and knowledge, so they no longer had to travel to libraries to obtain research and have access to information. The public demands it, and because of it, governments are responding. . 21 st Century Data Breaches.
NTEN
JUNE 4, 2013
This issue of NTEN:Change provides statistics you should probably know about your supporters and constituents, strategies that might need to incorporate mobile technology considerations, tips, stories, and insights from nonprofit professionals and technology experts. A Mobile Silent Auction ," from Josh Hirsch, The Weiss School.
CauseVox
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Here’s why: Extra attention and spotlight thanks to high publicity around #GivingTuesday Plug-and-play tools and assets from GivingTuesday.org to help market your campaign More participants ultimately means more support for the nonprofit community overall. Provide them with graphics, sample posts, press releases, email templates and more.
NTEN
MARCH 12, 2013
One running theme that echoes behind any new technology tool introduced to the public, or new trend identified for nonprofit operations, or new idea brought up by your staff is the concept of “risk and reward.” We also have more DIY tips, organizational perspectives, and leadership profiles from the NTEN community, and much more!
Achieve
JUNE 8, 2023
Quiet phase - 6-24 months: During this phase, you’ll secure the bulk of your fundraising goal (at least 75%) through major gifts from lead donors and board members without broadcasting the campaign to the broader public. To secure buy-in, follow these tips: Engage your stakeholders early and often.
sgEngage
JUNE 15, 2023
All nonprofits serve the public good, and if you fail to meet outcomes, that failure can have a long shadow. The whole team no longer needs to stop the presses and work on the audit, because the work for the audit was part of your daily processes. This is a perfect job for a talented junior staff person.
Greater Giving
JUNE 29, 2022
TIP: Greater Giving clients can automatically generate an online catalog from entered packages, and transfer them to the Online Bidding feature without any additional data entry. Media and Public Relations Committee. Any tips or “Best Practices”? Printing and mailing thank-you letters with tax deductible information.
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