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How Nonprofits Can Use Behavioral Science to Engage Supporters on Social Media

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Michelle Chen is an independent scholar with a PhD in mass communications with a focus on advocacy, activism and social change. They are more likely to donate to a cause, attend a virtual event, or volunteer when they are invited by people they know and trust. Social media makes participating in campaigns easy and fun.

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4 Fresh Ideas for Peer to Peer Fundraising

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In-person events were no longer a reality and an estimated 62% of nonprofits pivoted to a virtual campaign to help continue to engage fundraisers in their mission. During the pandemic, a new Guinness World Record for the most money raised by a charity walk (individual) was set by Captain Tom Moore who raised over $44.5

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Relationships That Raise Funds: 5 Tips for Creating Successful Peer-to-Peer Fundraisers

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This is true both of fundraisers culminating towards an offline event, such as walks, rides and runs, and those of a more virtual nature. Utilize discussions boards, polls, blogs, surveys and social media to actively engage participants throughout the fundraising campaign. 4) Activate. Understanding the Value of Team Captains.

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Fundraising Best Practices: How To Host A Successful Peer-To-Peer Event

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With peer-to-peer fundraising, donors raise money on your behalf by leveraging their personal networks. You could turn seasonal activities like 5k races or walk-a-thons into an engaging event. Including hashtags on your posts is an easy way to organize any social media activity related to your event.

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Beyond the Venue: Innovative Platforms for Charitable Events

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Esports and livestreaming have the unique ability to covert your passive donors into active donors. Virtual/hybrid galas “Not another Zoom meeting!” Virtual/hybrid galas “Not another Zoom meeting!” Did your participant just unlock the 20K step badge? These enhancements can also help you reach a larger audience.

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How to Host a Read-a-thon Fundraiser

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Before the reading begins, you’ll recruit fundraising participants who will raise money on behalf of your organization. Read-a-thons are also a great, simple peer-to-peer fundraiser that can help you raise a lot of money without many overhead costs, especially if you host a virtual read-a-thon.

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60+ Spring Fundraising Ideas for Every Nonprofit

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Bake sale Bake sales are always a delightful way to raise funds for your organization. Scavenger hunt Scavenger hunts are fun family activities that can really excite your supporters! And the best part of hosting a raffle is that you can combine it with another fundraising event or campaign to raise more money for your cause.

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