NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

But all too often, foundations, corporate grantmakers, and donors end up unintentionally causing problems instead of helping to solve them. Even with the best intentions, foundations often take actions that oppose the outcomes that both they and their grantees hope to achieve. And it’s a great way to learn.

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Qgiv

JULY 3, 2023

Take action While we celebrate Disability Pride Month and the strides we’ve made in breaking the stigma around disabilities and increasing accessibility, it’s important to know that there is still a long way to go.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 20, 2022

Nonprofit organizations often tackle complex problems with hard-to-communicate ideas and sometimes, static, 2D images and videos aren’t enough to explain the problem. Nonprofits can utilize AR tools to allow volunteers and supporters to perform engaging and immersive actions that were, in the past, only done in person.

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Candid

MAY 19, 2021

billion to mental health causes.* They may help you face a problem, take action, be flexible, and not easily give up in solving it. —U.S. They stand in the gap to help people and communities thrive before, during, and after crises. And we expect this number to increase as more data from 2020 is collected. Foundation.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 2, 2022

As we observe the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery on December 2nd, it’s important to remember that modern slavery is a complex problem that takes many forms. Indeed, applied incorrectly, it can cause a lot of damage. Slavery and trafficking thrive where there is instability.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 17, 2021

Cause Camp was virtual again this spring, but thanks to a revolutionary platform and the A-game of our all-star speakers , attendees walked away with new networking connections, ideas and insights to help them do more good. . Maryanne Dersch | Making it Stick: How to Get New Ideas into Action. Do you love to buy and hate to be sold to?

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Candid

DECEMBER 12, 2022

So when it comes to inspiring your donors to support your cause, you might consider creating a nonprofit explainer video for your organization. How familiar or comfortable are they with the causes or issues you address? Explain how your organization’s mission is a solution for addressing the problem at hand. Provide a solution.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

And, most importantly, we discovered new strategies for adaptation and problem solving. A constant bombardment of messages causes burnout. A constant bombardment of messages in texts, via email, and on social platforms, causes burnout. became part of our call to action.” The shared challenge bonded a lot of folks.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Conducting meetings that take conversations down rabbit holes that cause widespread frustration amongst the members of your group. The SQ evaluates a leader’s current mindset and behaviors using the “3A Framework” – acumen, allocation, action. People are only as good as their actions. A company is only as good as its people.

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 15, 2010

This means that sewage spills into rivers and streams, contaminating drinking water and causing disease. This past Sunday was October 10th, 2010 – also know as 101010, the Global Work Day for climate action supported by 350.org You may have been part of the day of action by participating in an event in your local area.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 21, 2019

That’s why when nonprofits encourage the act of social fundraising, they not only empower supporters to share their love of the cause, but they also leverage their vast personal networks to grow in so many ways. General awareness: The more people see, learn, and hear about your cause, the more informed they will become.

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Achieve

AUGUST 26, 2015

But, it is discovery and knowing that begin to propel us to action—movement. for problem solving is useful in systematically moving us from thinking-to-acting. Adopting the scientific method is critical in investigating a cancer diagnosis; however, it is equally useful in determining the cause(s) you will give yourself to.

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Achieve

AUGUST 13, 2015

In the nonprofit world, generations complain about how the next generation isn’t as active or engaged in causes as they are. Millennials care about causes, even if their preferences for involvement differ from those of older generations. In this case, it asks individuals who are interested in the cause to help raise money.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

New Year's Resolutions for leaders : Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

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Achieve

OCTOBER 28, 2015

What can you do when interest in your cause begins to wane? This kind of situation is usually the result of bigger, deeper problems. Often their strategy involves putting highly experienced staff to work on problems with little input from the community. Your donors aren’t invested in your cause. Philantopic. ,

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 6, 2011

Here’s one: ACTion Alexandria is an online civic engagement initiative with three main goals. Improve the quality of life for our most vulnerable residents in a cost-efficient manner through a platform that provides everyone a voice and the opportunity to identify problems and offer solutions.

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EveryAction

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

When I asked her to describe the problem, here’s what she said: I’ve never done this before, and I feel like I’m making it up as I go along. Lisa was losing confidence in herself—but the RFP process she was using was the real cause of her problems. The CRM providers have questions that I can’t answer.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

It also solidifies their first impression of your organization and influences whether they’re interested in further exploring and supporting your cause. Be sure to incorporate your nonprofit’s guiding principles and why these values are important to your cause on your homepage. Offer a call-to-action. Issue areas.

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Socialbrite

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

That may even leave us feeling powerless, especially as we see the harm these crises cause to the world and the people around us. Yet it is action, not avoidance, that will inspire others to do the same and, ultimately, create a culture of effective activism for change. Use actions to inspire more activism. Keep moving forward.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

Tweets with links have an 86% higher retweet rate and higher engagement overall because people are hesitant to retweet or engage with tweets that do not have a source or a call-to-action. Like breaking news, cause awareness and giving day tweets have a short news cycle in the here and now that Twitter users respond to.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 17, 2024

And, what was once a simmering problem shifted to a crisis when COVID-19 and the sudden transition to remove work isolated workers from each other as never before,” report the authors. Surprised and saddened by that number, we began exploring what was causing this loneliness. 72% of workers suffer from loneliness. Context builds trust.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 21, 2023

These incredible individuals, who are already committed to your cause, hold the key to unlocking the donations your nonprofit needs to thrive. We’ll explore a new solution to an existing problem by leveraging the power of your own volunteer base. The answer lies right within your very own volunteer base.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It also requires strategic planning, effective communication, and innovative marketing techniques to reach your target audience and inspire them to take action. Personalize these email campaigns to make donors feel appreciated and connected to your cause. Problem solve. Introduce a challenge that your character faces.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2018

She also writes about digital marketing with helpful and actionable advice on Wired Impact’s nonprofit marketing blog and for their online guides. Having access to Google Analytics for your website is key to getting to the roots of the problem. Simple forms, fewer clicks, and clear calls-to-action are crucial. Give it a try!

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Conducting meetings that take conversations down rabbit holes that cause widespread frustration amongst the members of your group. The SQ evaluates a leader’s current mindset and behaviors using the “3A Framework” – acumen, allocation, action. People are only as good as their actions. A company is only as good as its people.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 5, 2022

The Problem Story. Making a donation to a non-profit is all about solving a problem. In the fundraising appeal, you are laying out a case for why donating will make a real difference to a community or global problem. Why does the problem persist? Values are what drive people to give to certain causes.

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NTEN

AUGUST 1, 2011

may prove to be a key resource for solving some of our most pressing real-world problems," according to game designer Jane McGonigal in The Wall Street Journal. How can nonprofits use game elements to promote their cause? Gamers are already helping tackle real-world problems, just by playing games. Why are games important?

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Candid

MARCH 6, 2024

Multi-year, unrestricted funding gives grantees the flexibility to assess and determine where grant dollars are most needed, and allows for innovation, emergent action, and sustainability.” We encourage our fellow nonprofits to consider being direct with grantmakers about funding the work you know is best for your constituents and causes.

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Media Cause

DECEMBER 21, 2021

At Media Cause, we conceptualize advocacy in that same vein: It’s about shifting the balance of power. Our actions and participation in advocacy that leads to the systemic and cultural change we want to see starts with the stories we tell — and believe — about our own experiences, our community, and our world. .

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sgEngage

JUNE 15, 2023

When you are preparing for your annual nonprofit financial audit, you need to understand and identify the risks that could affect your organization so you can address and mitigate potential problems. Insufficient data may have obscured the problem until it was too late. Corrective action should be punitive only as a last result.

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Neon CRM

JULY 13, 2023

It’s an easy, free way to mobilize current supporters to spread the word about your cause and encourage their networks to donate on a day dedicated specifically to giving. Leverage the power of storytelling for your GivingTuesday social media posts to help donors connect with your cause on a personal level. That’s a lot of eyes!

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 14, 2021

For example, you’re working to solve a problem. When you tell your stories, include a call to action that provides them with a chance to address the struggles you mentioned. Then, figure out how you can communicate the struggle to them by building empathy for the people affected by the problem you’re addressing. .

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Bloomerang

JUNE 29, 2021

You need a clear problem. Another aspect of a great story is that it clearly states a problem; this is the problem your donors will help solve by giving to your cause. . You want this connection to be strong, so try to pick one problem and one story that really shows how important that need is.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

The problem: nonprofits aren’t “inspiring” action with lengthy, wordy newsletters and annual appeals for funds, on top of too many emails! Merging the two will help you segment your audience and provide the appropriate calls-to-action and information desired by specific audiences, such as Millennials.

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Care2

APRIL 15, 2022

They bring attention to issues that hold us back and empower supporters to take specific actions that are aimed at addressing and resolving those problems.

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NTEN

JULY 19, 2012

For my next session, I'm covering the Luncheon Keynote "From 'Friending' to Action" with Brian Elliot of Friendfactor. He addressed how to move from clicking "here" to taking action, regardless of what the action is. Build an organization that will get smarter as you experiment with campaigns and programs that will drive action.

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