NetWits

MARCH 15, 2013

When I’m not digging through tons of nonprofit data or spending time with …

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NetWits

JULY 10, 2012

1) Stick to 3 Platforms - Blog / Facebook / Twitter. Once your blog is in place you could choose to spend time on Flickr, YouTube, MySpace, LinkedIn, etc, but why waste time on every site out there when you can optimize your time. That means your audience – students and their families – spend time there.

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NetWits

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

While it’s easy setup a Twitter account and start tweeting, it’s much more difficult to tie that activity back to outcomes. Well, now it’s time to begin using the tools, technologies, and tactics necessary to meet those goals. I’m hoping a lot of you have your that strategy in place. If so, now what?

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NetWits

MAY 12, 2011

Do you know how many of your supporters use popular social networks like Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube? Twitter has over 16 million users. We found that participants who use social networking tools like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube communicate with their networks more regularly and send more messages. Twitter as a Multiplier.

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Social Media Studies Fundraising Media 279

NetWits

MARCH 7, 2011

It’s that time again. Date/Time : 9:30 AM Monday, March 14. Join us as we talk about the latest social good initiatives underway at Twitter, Facebook, Foursquare and YouTube while also seeing how non-profit organizers are using these tools to change the world. Follow Frank on Twitter. Blackbaud @ SXSW 2011.

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Blackbaud YouTube Profit University 266

NetWits

JULY 6, 2011

Do you know how many of your supporters use popular social networks like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube? Twitter has more than 16 million users, and 42.3 Spend some time observing (aka listening). Twitter is different than Facebook, and Facebook is different than LinkedIn. Claim your land. The social Web is no different.

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NetWits

JULY 27, 2012

If you have a link to your Facebook and Twitter at the top of your homepage and your listserve at the bottom, it implies that you prefer to interact with your audience on your social media sites. I did on a couple sites - with my work address and phone number – but normally, I would have opted to just check your site from time to time.

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NetWits

APRIL 3, 2012

Average Facebook and Twitter communities grew by 30% and 81%, respectively. 73% allocate half of a full time employee to managing social networking activities. Have a look at the INFOGRAPHIC below then download the full report to learn more about important behaviors and trends. Tweet It!]. Tweet It!]. Tweet It!]. Tweet It!].

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Social Network Benchmark Report Network 279

NetWits

JANUARY 27, 2011

There’s always great information in the newsletter, but this time around I’m particularly excited because the focus is social networking for non-profits (something that, if you read this blog regularly, you know I’m very passionate about) and the 2011 Social Networking Survey.

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Social Network Survey Profit Network 200

NetWits

JANUARY 11, 2011

Ten years ago there was no Facebook, Twitter or YouTube. But now over 300 million people log-in to Facebook daily, Twitter supports over 50 million tweets per day, and 2 billion videos are watched every day on YouTube. It’s amazing to watch technology evolve. Think about it for a second. Amazing stuff. 4) Razoo – [link].

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NetWits

NOVEMBER 5, 2010

She leads social innovation, philanthropy, and causes at Twitter and Blogs at Claire.us.com. After our panel I got a few minutes to talk to Claire about her work at Twitter and how non-profits can use the information network for good. Looking to get more out of Twitter? Check out the video. Watch the Video from #bbcon.

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Change Literacy Social Media Case Study 103

NetWits

APRIL 26, 2011

If you’ve been around the non-profit social media scene for any amount of time you’ve probably heard of (or even met) Danielle Brigida from the National Wildlife Federation (NWF). After their session I got some time to talk with Danielle about the world of social media for non-profits.

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Social Media National Free Media 197

NetWits

NOVEMBER 5, 2010

Claire Williams Diaz who works on social innovation at Twitter. Once the panel discussion begins I’ll be taking questions from the audience as well as fielding questions via Twitter. If you’re at the conference make sure to connect with the panelist and me ( @franswaa ) on Twitter before the event. Incredible!).

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NetWits

MARCH 11, 2012

Since 1938 March of Dimes has been changing the world one baby at a time. The app prompts users to share their photo matches with friends on Twitter, Facebook and on the Best Friend’s User Generated Content Dog Wall. March of Dimes – Use a multidimensional approach. Go find out what your dog match looks like !

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Content Story Marketing YouTube 213

NetWits

MAY 17, 2011

Users raise six times more than non-users. Twitter and Facebook updates convert roughly 0.25 Here are a few quick facts about Blackbaud’s Friends Asking Friends: Supported over 37,000 events with over 14 million fundraisers raising more than 1.5 billion dollars (and still growing). percent of impressions into donations.

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Fundraising Social Social Media Newsletter 279

NetWits

FEBRUARY 2, 2011

It takes patience, diligence, perseverance, some technical know-how and a lot of time. With that in mind I’m sure you’d like to make sure you’re focusing your efforts in the right direction in order to achieve the best possible return on the investment of your time and money. How To Write Effective Emails.

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NetWits

JUNE 8, 2012

If you’re not updating your website regularly, they will assume you A) don’t have anything new to say or B) aren’t putting time and energy into communication. It’s not enough to have a Facebook page or a Twitter account. Users have short attention spans. Great web design understands this. The world of social media is changing.

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Websites Effective Chad Guide 195

NetWits

JANUARY 3, 2011

Set up a Google Calendar and allow your colleagues to see which activities are happening at various times without having to sort through multiple spreadsheets. Multiple users can work within the same document at the same time, and you can upload files from your desktop. Instant messaging can help save time if used well.

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NetWits

JUNE 7, 2012

For a large portion of the nonprofit sector December is a critical time of year. Think about your events, campaigns, holidays, times of year, etc… and start planning how you can incorporate online fundraising into the mix. It’s going to take time, patience and dedication. Staggering, but not news. Key takeaway.

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Online Fundraising Benchmark Report 221

NetWits

JULY 28, 2010

On May 18th, 2007 at 5:18pm I tweeted for the first time, saying "@Ruby. Twitter was a backchannel for conversation throughout the day's activities, and I met many new colleagues and friends via this channel. I vote teleporting."

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NetWits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

The internet has been around for a long time now (sort of). I doubt that anyone had Facebook, Google, Twitter or YouTube on their mind when the early internet was being formed. Back in the early 1960s is when things really started to take shape. “Hypertext&# came about in 1989. Internet Topics for Nonprofits.

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Internet Survey Nonprofit YouTube 198

NetWits

AUGUST 2, 2011

Social media sites like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube (and even Google+) are growing like crazy. Once you’ve spent some time reaching out to your friends and family via email, Facebook and Twitter you’ll start to see donations come in. Simple as that! 3) Engage Through Social Media. 4) Pay Attentions to Reports.

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Fundraising Raise Social Media YouTube 179

NetWits

JUNE 30, 2011

Well, I wish more of our constituents did the last time we sent an email appeal! But just don’t do it all the time. You are sending your appeal at the wrong time. There are two schools of ‘best time to send emails.’ Give the opportunity to read more using hyperlinks, but brevity gives everyone back some cherished time.

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email Chad Cancer Hunger 256

NetWits

NOVEMBER 25, 2010

According to the Gratitude Index by thankfulfor.com it’s other people (family, friends, etc) that we’re grateful for most of the time. As I’m writing this there’s over 2000 items on the list – can we get it to 5,000 by the time Thanksgiving 2010 is over? What are you grateful for? So what are you grateful for this year? Wouldn’t you?

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Social Media Canada Lesson Profit 164

NetWits

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Learning takes time, but it’s something that you can start to pick up very quickly and with daily or weekly work you’ll become effective in no time at all. Twitter search is your best friend for finding out what’s going on in the real time conversation world of microblogging. Lot’s of options here.

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NetWits

JUNE 23, 2011

Take time to add regular news items, showcase sponsors, volunteers and donors, and make sure contact information is easy to locate and accurate. Social Media: If you don’t have time for Facebook and Twitter… you need an intern! Timing: Time your emails and print mailings to go out in a consistent manner.

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NetWits

JULY 31, 2008

is about using blogs, discussion boards, and all the latest social networking sites such as Twitter, Facebook, etc. Well, by their preferred method of communication, of course, which in this case is Twitter. It is definitely a scary proposition the first time you post something like this blog, take it from me.

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Service Blackbaud Social Network Twitter 105

NetWits

MAY 25, 2011

As Anthony Sicola’s recently mentioned, fundraisers who use who use social networking tools like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube increase fundraising results by up to 40%. Not sure you have time to offer this type of assistance? Problems + slow response times = frustrated fundraisers. Allow them to change their goal at any time.

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Support Fundraising Sample Raise 270

NetWits

JULY 13, 2011

Do you have specific times throughout the year when everyone is talking about annual giving? This is the perfect time to create a Friends Asking Friends website to ask your board, campaign chair, staff and volunteers to share why they love your organization with friends and family. Annual Campaign. Capital Campaign.

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Raise Money Teen Online 139

NetWits

JANUARY 31, 2011

4) Connect with Social Media: Ask your constituents to follow you on your social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, etc). You don’t have to use all of these tips all the time, but adding at least one or two will really help to keep your constituents engaged and help your organization reach its goals. Don’t just say “Like us!”

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NetWits

NOVEMBER 11, 2010

The only one who did things correctly sent a series of emails over a period of time. In fact, I’d probably not get much traffic or have many people share it on Twitter or Facebook. “5 Remember, every time your touch a supporter is a chance to reinforce what your all about. Twitter only let’s you type 140 characters.

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email Profit Registration Review 212

NetWits

APRIL 13, 2013

It’s going to be a great time! The most engaging person on twitter will win a bound copy of our new npEXPERTS fundraising and marketing eBook. If you’re at The 2013 Nonprofit Technology Conference we’d love for you to join us > [link]. If you can’t join us you can follow along on the #13NTCcents hashtag.

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Social Media Media Social Fundraising 101

NetWits

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

You can watch and listen to all 10 of the sessions any time you want. Join us and get new ideas for connecting Facebook®, Twitter®, YouTube®, email and more. We will cover topics like email timing, frequency, and design. The best part – It’s all available for free! Over 1500 of your peers have already done so.

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Consultant Free Strategy Slides 196

NetWits

JANUARY 25, 2012

First-time participants have separate needs from longtime participants. Those who use Twitter raise 10x more than those who don’t. Remember, they’ll have to retell it to potential supporters, many for the first time. Highlight first-time participants who made a difference. Tell them you know they’re busy.

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Raise Money Fundraising Contest 226

NetWits

JUNE 15, 2011

Although many nonprofits are resistant to the idea of doing anything in the mobile due to issues of cost, time and resources the future is staring them in the face. What that means for nonprofits is that there are more than three times as many phones as personal computers. It’s a must have. So what are you going to do about this?

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Mobile Marketing Phone Austin 207

NetWits

MARCH 8, 2012

Social media has been all the rage for some time now. Every nonprofit out there is looking for ways to use social media as a part of their communications, engagement and fundraising strategies, but at the same time people question the ability of social media to produce measurable results.

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Social Media Raise Washington Online 200

NetWits

AUGUST 11, 2011

Participants using online tools tend to raise six times more than those who do not and tend to be more engaged with the event. Providing email templates makes solicitation easier and helps save time – two common concerns of new or volunteer fundraisers. Encourage online registration. August: Have a great event!

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