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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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.
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NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
One of the most pressing issues for today’s nonprofit professionals is the uncertainty of today’s economy. Inflation is skyrocketing, and consumer prices are through the roof. So, what does this mean for fundraisers? Logic would tell us that with higher expenses, potential donors have less money to give to their favorite causes.
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
Below we’ve created seven tips for soliciting sponsorships for your fundraiser: Utilize your network: Talk to employees, partners, members on your board, etc. In addition, provide detailed event recap reports that outline the success of the event including: event attendance, money raised, press coverage, sample ads, event photos, etc.
Nonprofits Source
JANUARY 11, 2024
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! 5 Winning Tips for Better Public Phase Marketing 1. But you might also plan a press release or press event to get broader coverage. Set specific strategic goals for the public phase.
Get Fully Funded
AUGUST 4, 2023
Below are my 5 top tips to save you precious money and time when preparing your own appeal. Exports non-variable pieces (envelopes and page 2 of your letter) to press-quality print PDFs. Also, if you do need to outsource your printing, your printer may require press-quality art packages made by professional design software.
Bloomerang
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
Often, that means we’re pressed for time. Keep reading for three content creation tips to use when you’re short on time, as well as a few examples I’ve brainstormed just for you. . Keep reading for three content creation tips to use when you’re short on time, as well as a few examples I’ve brainstormed just for you. .
Media Cause
OCTOBER 7, 2021
As we enter an era of record-breaking advocacy numbers, here are 9 tips for positioning your advocacy campaigns on social media: 1. If your advocacy goal is to get a bill passed, plan for posts when a bill is introduced, create posts if the bill gets any press mentions and do another push when the bill is about to go to vote.
Donorbox
OCTOBER 20, 2021
In fact, it’s one of the oldest marketing tools in use, dating back to the 1400s and the invention of the Gutenberg printing press. But with the right tips and tricks in mind, this oldie is also a goodie! The post How to Make Amazing Fundraising Flyers – 8 Tips and Tricks appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
Saleforce Nonprofit
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Here are 3 super quick tips just in time for the big day on November 29th: 1. In the past, World Press Photo has been largely relying on funds from their traveling exhibition until the pandemic forced them to largely reduce those exhibitions by 50%, of course leaving a considerable income gap.
Saleforce Nonprofit
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Check out this recent blog on DEI Strategies for Fundraising Success for tips on getting started. The post Online Fundraising Tips for Nonprofits appeared first on Salesforce.org. This might be one of the biggest opportunities to unlock new funding sources. About the Author. Connect with me on LinkedIn.
The Storytelling Non-profit
JANUARY 24, 2022
One of the best storytelling tips I can give you is to set yourself up for measurement success from the very beginning. Storytelling Tips: Create Benchmarks for Comparison One final piece of advice I’ll share about measuring the ROI on stories is to have a benchmark for comparison. Here’s a few examples: Telling a story in.
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. 9) Publish numbered lists.
Nonprofits Source
FEBRUARY 24, 2023
Whether you own a pet-care business , bookstore, or flower shop, these four tips will help put your small business on the digital map. However, they abandon the page before pressing submit. The post Get Your Small Business on the Map: 4 Digital Marketing Tips appeared first on Nonprofits Source.
TechImpact
AUGUST 29, 2013
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. The post 4 Tips For Making Giving Day A Success appeared first on Tech Impact Blog. Communicate effectively.
Greater Giving
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
TIP: You’ve probably seen it referred to as #GivingTuesday. Check out our last-minute GivingTuesday marketing tips. If You Want to Put More Effort Into It: Read our tips and suggestions for creating a successful GivingTuesday campaign ! Hot Tips for Raising More with Your Giving Tuesday Website. GivingTuesday Guide.
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.
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. Be a resource and send them tips. Your story is the foundation of your crowdfunding campaign.
NetWits
OCTOBER 7, 2009
The tips shared here and the full presentation (see below) should help you think seriously about starting a blog or if you’re already blogging it should motivate you to press on and try new things. Thanks for coming and please do leave your tips or ask questions in the comments section of this post.
Twenti - Digital Marketing For Nonprofits
MAY 15, 2020
10 Tips To Improve Your Nonprofit Donation Page. Secure more donations with these tips for an effective donation page! You’re driving lots of traffic to your donation page (especially if you’ve followed our tips) but if the page itself effective your efforts will be wasted and you’ll be losing out on donations.
Forum One
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Most Popular Blogs Explore our top content from 2023, covering a range of subjects such as digital strategy, communications trends, Drupal 10, and Google Analytics 4.
Pamela Grow
AUGUST 30, 2023
After all, without grants, you’d be hard-pressed to fund new infrastructure, increase staffing, or expand programs and services. It’s the grant application question you always dread… How will your organization sustain this program when the grant is complete?
Media Cause
JULY 7, 2022
In a 2022 press release by Apple , the company talks about how it will be joining Google and Microsoft to help push support for the passwordless sign-ins that are being created by the FIDO Alliance and the World Wide Web Consortium. This means that the user signs in strictly from the device, not with help from tools like a text message.
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.
ASU Lodestar Center
JANUARY 23, 2018
These tips will help grow your cause and take it to the next level. A few key tips: Keep it clear. Conclusion: These six tips will really help your nonprofit website go to the next level. Chris has also been seen in The Associated Press and Crain's Detroit Business. You ready? Stay Transparent. Keep it simple.
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. This blog post will help provide some quick tips and techniques for helping your mission get more attention in less time. Reaching out to press. How to write a press release.
sgEngage
APRIL 15, 2024
Consider offering office hours so students and families can meet with an enrollment or financial aid expert for guidance and to address pressing questions. If there are financial resources or scholarship opportunities that do NOT rely on FAFSA information to be considered, share these with your prospective students!
CauseVox
MARCH 8, 2021
Live Q&A to help you get your most pressing fundraising questions answered CauseVox tools that make running virtual events a breeze! With all these insider insights from real fundraisers, you’ll be equipped with new fundraising ideas, tips, and proven strategies to help you run the perfect virtual fundraising event!
Pamela Grow
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
But that was before John Lepp’s brilliant Creative Deviations available from Hilborn’s Civil Sector Press. Train Your Board gives you the tools and I’m thrilled to report that it’s been reprinted and can now be found at Hilborn’s Civil Sector Press. Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits.
NonProfit Hub
MAY 25, 2017
Research fundraising opportunities at restaurants or sporting events, and reach out to local news and radio stations for press. As they say, no press is bad press. The post Essential Marketing Tip: Don’t Forget About Human Interaction appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Again, what’s the worst that could happen?
The Modern Nonprofit
MARCH 1, 2022
Show the business your pre-existing press kits, press releases, and other promotional materials so they will get a sense of where their own business will get boosted. Are you a business with tips for organizations wanting for-profits partnerships? Demonstrate that you have an effective marketing program in place.
Qgiv
MAY 14, 2021
Some issues might just require close monitoring while others may require a press release that’s approved by your CEO. Who normally writes our most prominent communications (think press releases, email announcements, etc.)? Pro Tip: People use Do Not Disturb at night. There are varying levels of crises.
ASU Lodestar Center
JANUARY 23, 2018
These tips will help grow your cause and take it to the next level. A few key tips: Keep it clear. Conclusion: These six tips will really help your nonprofit website go to the next level. Chris has also been seen in The Associated Press and Crain's Detroit Business. You ready? Stay Transparent. Keep it simple.
Greater Giving
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Here are some tips for marketing your GivingTuesday campaign, to attract attention for your organization. This GivingTuesday Guide will provide you with tips and steps to maximize your campaign. Local Media Outreach : Send a Press Release to your local media outlets including TV, radio, newspapers, and magazines. Download Now ».
Greater Giving
AUGUST 10, 2023
Press Release Creation : Crafting well-written and attention-grabbing press releases is a fundamental task for the Media Relations team. These press releases act as official announcements about the event, highlighting its unique aspects, guest speakers, activities, and any other newsworthy elements.
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. Tip #2: Go Cheap with Your Venue. For more tips on finding a cheaper venue, check out this article. Tip #3: Invite Some "High Profile" People.
Everyaction
FEBRUARY 16, 2018
While creating a Request for Proposals can be labor-intensive, time consuming, and stressful, we've put together some tips to make the whole process go a little smoother. But it's important to remember that "the way we've always done it" may be the reason you're so pressed for time to begin with.
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.
.orgSource
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Take a tip from entrepreneur Tracy King, Chief Learning Strategist at InspirED, and learn to love the minimum viable product. This methodology can be used to quickly answer critical questions surrounding any pressing issue. A slower product launch, which includes time for feedback, is an opportunity to discover flaws.
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 Tech for Good
AUGUST 17, 2011
Hot off the presses and just delivered via Fed Ex! Each chapter begins with a quote from a nonprofit: Hundreds of best practices, tips, and how-to’s: Each chapter ends with “Nonprofit Examples of Excellence and Google This! Tangible, in my hands. You can learn more about the book as well free companion webinars here.
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!
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