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3 Grassroots advocacy milestones to meet this month

EveryAction

He likely didn’t have grassroots campaigns in mind when he uttered those words, but Twain’s advice is spot-on for grassroots advocacy practitioners as they make a plan to engage the new Congress. Check out some of our findings and data-driven recommendations from our first nonprofit advocacy email welcome series study !

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Pairing Advocacy and Fundraising: The Peas and Carrots of Digital Engagement

Media Cause

501c3’s can’t do advocacy, it’s not allowed. ” In other words, not all advocacy is lobbying — and not all lobbying is prohibited. In fact, depending on a 501c3’s annual expenses, a nonprofit could spend 5% – 20% of it’s annual resources on direct advocacy or lobbying. Advocates aren’t donors. Donors aren’t advocates.

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Recruiting nonprofit volunteers for legislative campaign success

EveryAction

If your organization conducts federal advocacy, be sure to transition volunteers into your federal campaigns. Geographically-targeted social media In a larger organization, it can be hard for the advocacy team to secure slots on the social media calendar. He can be reached at Brian@RubensteinImpact.com.

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Advocacy and Awareness: 4 Tips for Virtual Campaigning

sgEngage

Advocacy campaigns have evolved over the past few years, dramatically changing how nonprofit advocacy is conducted. While traditional methods can still impact supporters, more and more organizations interested in starting an advocacy initiative look to virtual campaigns first. Stay up to date on online advocacy trends. .

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The 2019 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

If you loved our 2018 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar get ready for our new, improved, and updated 2019 calendar! Throughout the year we'll be updating this calendar with even more conferences, updated ticket prices, and event hashtags. Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar 2019. It's finally here! Nonprofit Management.

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How to Communicate Meaningfully with Nonprofit Supporters in an Election Year

Media Cause

Explore Media Cause experts’ top five communication tips to consider as you roll out your advocacy , fundraising , and engagement strategies during an election year. Three —Mind the Calendar + Communicate Precisely The months nearest to the election, October especially, are going to be some of the toughest times to reach your audiences.

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Advocacy Campaigns: 5 Essential Tools to Support Your Cause

DipJar

Advocacy campaigns are an innovative way for nonprofits to engage their current supporters, attract new audiences, and fulfill their mission at the same time. However, before you can reap the many benefits of a successful advocacy campaign, your nonprofit will need to invest in the right advocacy software. Canvassing Software.