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New on SSIR: Are we addicted to Slacktivism?

Amy Sample Ward

According to ABC news : According to the trend-tracking website Know Your Meme , the cartoon fad started with Facebook users in Greece and Cyprus in mid-November. But, what still really stands out for me, is the addition of the cause-advocacy appeal once the meme hit the English translation.

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Slacktivism: Can Cartoons Raise Awareness or Just Make Us Feel Good?

NetWits

Whether it started on accident, was part of a specific campaign, or originated in Greece , this meme seemed to really have legs! In the last 24 hours, I have seen countless blog posts, discussions, and news articles all mocking this current meme for doing nothing to actually prevent child abuse.

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Creating a Fundraising Culture in Your Nonprofit

Greater Giving

Learn their reason for becoming active in your nonprofit as you share stories about the work you have completed, projects currently going on, and the future plans that will need funding. Retirements would be one such point, as many people become more active with nonprofits after they’ve moved on from their careers. Ask—then ask again.

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7 Practical Tips for Engagement with a Higher Purpose On Social

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

For example, use Twitter lists to track alums and subscribe to their Facebook updates. With old class photos, you can leverage memes like “ Throw Back Thursday , like in this example from Reshet Ramah , a network of alumni from across the globe. Make up your own nostalgia meme. Don’t like Throw Back Thursday?

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Instagram Influencers and What We Know About Them

Connection Cafe

As I wrote about engaging everyday influencers in a recent piece, millennials are closely tracking and taking inspiration from these everyday influencers. The influencers you are more likely to activate are “micro-influencers”—grassroots people with Klout scores of 40 to 60. Corporations have known this for years.

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How to Pick the Right Fundraiser for Your New Nonprofit

Get Fully Funded

Would they prefer an outdoor activity or a fancy indoor party? A meme got my attention recently on Facebook. But if your local high school has a track, you can stage all kinds of events, including a Trike-a-Thon, if a lot of your supporters have preschoolers. Who will attend this event? Upscale or casual?

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How Faith-based Nonprofits Can Use Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

Qgiv

Track progress]. Even if they aren’t actively peer-to-peer fundraising for your mission, it’s important that your entire membership is on the same page. Qgiv offers a mobile suite where you can not only send texts but also track the progress of your peer-to-peer campaign. These tips can actively keep members engaged.