EveryAction

AUGUST 25, 2022

This week’s topic: digital advocacy forms. What are digital advocacy forms? Digital advocacy forms are tools used to move nonprofit supporters to take action in support of your mission—no matter where they live. Why should nonprofits use digital advocacy forms now? Advocacy is for everyone.

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M+R

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

A recent article by the Associated Press sheds light on a troubling trend: nonprofit organizations, particularly 501(c)(3)s, are becoming increasingly wary of lobbying and advocacy efforts. It’s a moment to boldly lean into advocacy, embracing it as a powerful tool for change and cultural disruption. Embrace advocacy.

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Media Cause

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Coming from a background in community organizing and public policy — specifically in the anti-rape movement — I understand the importance of effective messaging in advocacy campaigns. At Media Cause, we conceptualize advocacy in that same vein: It’s about shifting the balance of power. Identify Your Own Story .

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EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

If your nonprofit does advocacy, you know that with this work, there are almost always consistent patterns of crisis management leading to later periods of denouement and down time. Advocacy is a long-term calling. So, working with our community to define our short-term campaign goals as well as our long-term vision is critical.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 3, 2020

Nonprofit advocacy campaigns are becoming increasingly popular to help advance the mission of organizations. However, many organizations are under the impression that they must divide their attention between their advocacy campaigns and their fundraising efforts. In this case, many decide to ignore advocacy altogether. .

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EveryAction

MAY 30, 2023

Virtual lobby days may be accessible to more people than in-person events; new supporters may be looking for a lower-barrier way to get involved; and virtual events can help you build the power in numbers that any organization needs for a successful advocacy effort. Looking for more ways your technology can boost your advocacy program?

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EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

When you have a goal to meet—like asking a governing body to sign a bill into law, telling a CEO or other stakeholder to change a behavior or policy, or meeting goals around educating decision-makers on your issue area—you know you can’t do it alone. Check out our last installment here ! Here’s what our expert partners said.

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M+R

OCTOBER 26, 2023

We know advocacy is key to winning—both elections and the concrete policy changes that will have an impact on people’s lives, which is why my colleagues and I will be hosting a webinar on November 9: Countdown to Election Day—The road to victory starts HERE. We have a lot of work ahead of us, but we’re ready for the fight.

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NTEN

AUGUST 21, 2014

Your concise guide to building a winnable campaign. Are you looking to win support for an issue, impact policy, or get a corporation or government body to change its policies? Follow this roadmap to put successful campaign strategies in place. Advocacy advocacy strategy campaigns Program'

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M+R

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Regardless of the issues that your organization works on, or your c3/c4 status, you know nonprofits play a key role in defining the issues that elections focus on, along with the policies beyond each election cycle. Contact Christian LoBue and Kate Ryan about M+R Win, our in-house, one-stop campaign strategy shop. It was riveting!

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Care2

JUNE 14, 2012

Advocacy and corporate accountability campaigns are some of the longest and toughest fights for nonprofits to win. But these campaigns can also be the most exciting to work on for nonprofit staff, especially if your organization has the creative freedom to launch aggressive and targeted campaigns.

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Association Analytics

AUGUST 14, 2023

Within just a few months, most associations had publicly posted recommendations and tips, provided amnesty for dues, created policies and procedures, and/or jumped to virtual tools to continue providing events. For instance, your association might consider creating advocacy campaigns and scheduling lobby days.

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Explore Media Cause experts’ top five communication tips to consider as you roll out your advocacy , fundraising , and engagement strategies during an election year. Policy and marketing team members within your nonprofit can make a great team to plan accordingly. Be careful to comment on policy, not politics.

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M+R

MAY 17, 2022

Donald was one of the original (Ralph) “Nader’s Raiders,” tasked with traveling the country and turning college student energy into student advocacy groups. Donald went on to lead New York’s PIRG (NYPIRG) into a powerhouse of an advocacy organization and organized one of the largest protests of the 1970s with 100,000 people on the mall in DC.

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Non Profit Quarterly

APRIL 20, 2023

Meta—the parent company of Facebook and Instagram—has been under fire in the past few years over its lax policies on news content, data privacy, and misinformation. This has led to situations where BIPOC and/or LGBTQ+ users are disproportionately affected by policies meant to address “bad” behaviors.

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M+R

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

We know advocacy is key to winning—both elections and the concrete policy changes that will have an impact on people’s lives, which is why my colleagues and I will be hosting a webinar on November 9: Countdown to Election Day—The road to victory starts HERE. We have a lot of work ahead of us, but we’re ready for the fight.

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Everyaction

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

From legal work to advocacy to grassroots mobilization, these 7 organizations highlighted below are fighting to ensure that immigrant rights are human rights. Check out their publications detailing “DACA, and Other Policies Designed to Protect Dreamers.”. Learn more about their #HeretoStay Campaign. American Immigration Council.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

In fact, according to the Global NGO Technology Report , 27% of nonprofits worldwide have an official policy to allow staff to work on their LinkedIn Profiles during work hours. Upload work projects, such as presentations, videos, or special fundraising campaigns. 4) Experiment with LinkedIn Ads (maybe).

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M+R

MARCH 9, 2023

When advocacy groups are successfully leading campaigns to censor and ban books that address race and racism; involve sexual content (e.g., stories about teen pregnancy); and feature major characters of color and/or LGBTQIA storylines, but those aren’t books that a child you know would read, will you speak up anyway?

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 18, 2011

. —– Whether it’s political or personal, global or local, funded or a grassroots effort, organizations and communities are campaigning for change in many ways, all of the time. When building a campaign and exploring your options for the structure, actions and engagement pieces, look first at your organizational metrics.

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Museum 2.0

APRIL 19, 2016

A few months ago, the MAH board and staff started discussing whether and how to create a formal policy for advocacy activities. Want to go straight to the policy? Why create an advocacy policy? Regardless of your institutional mission, nonprofits are all in the advocacy business. Here it is. Any surprises?

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Is there a long-term need for your nonprofit, or could the issue be solved with a smaller-scale fundraising campaign or project? However, if your idea isn’t very large in scope, a one-time crowdfunding campaign or peer-to-peer fundraising event could achieve the results you’re hoping for. The answer could be “both.”

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 31, 2012

It is a nonprofits dream – to have its advocacy campaign messaging go viral on Facebook or social media channels. Her insights are useful to other nonprofits working on integrated advocacy campaigns. Our Farm Animal Protection campaign came to us right away and said “look at this! What happened?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 26, 2009

Recently, I've been getting a question like that goes something like this, "All this social media stuff is great if you're fund raising or selling something or running a grassroots advocacy campaign, but what if you're focusing on carefully vetted scientific research or want to impact policy? They rely only on credible sources.

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M+R

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

We truly believe that even in the heat of a campaign, we can stay true to our values, stand stronger for democracy, and lift each other up instead of tearing each other down. Worse, it has long-term consequences for our democracy. But here’s the thing: we’re better than that.

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M+R

MARCH 1, 2024

We truly believe that even in the heat of a campaign, we can stay true to our values, stand stronger for democracy, and lift each other up instead of tearing each other down. Worse, it has long-term consequences for our democracy. But here’s the thing: we’re better than that. powell and M+R Win’s Christian LoBue first appeared on M+R.

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Everyaction

JUNE 6, 2018

Pride Fund to End Gun Violence is a Political Action Committee (PAC) that supports candidates who will act on sensible gun policy reforms while championing LGBTQ safety and equality. The National Center for Transgender Equality is the nation’s leading social justice advocacy organization winning life-saving change for transgender people.

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Care2

MAY 18, 2011

Whether it's political or personal, global or local, funded or a grassroots effort, organizations and communities are campaigning for change in many ways, all of the time. When building a campaign and exploring your options for the structure, actions and engagement pieces, look first at your organizational metrics. Start with Metrics.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Across America, Hispanic and Latino organizations are leading the way in every realm, including advocacy, education, healthcare, and social services. Their work focuses on building a pipeline meant to serve and empower our community, consisting of three parts: civic engagement, issue advocacy, and leadership development.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 9, 2016

In my last post, I answered the age-old questions, “ Can my 501(c)(3) really engage in advocacy? ” With that settled, it’s time to move on to the benefits of advocacy. How can advocacy make a measurable difference for your organization? All this being said, advocacy can be difficult to quantify.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

According to research by the Congressional Management Foundation, nearly half of congressional staff believe that “most advocacy campaigns of identical form messages are sent without the constituent’s knowledge or approval.”. Era of Increased Activism and Grassroots Campaigning. Enter Susan. Without a big budget.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

million for reparations advocacy. The Gates Foundation's Strategic Investment Fund will make a $35 million equity investment in Exscientia, which will provide $35 million in matching contributions and could receive additional grant funding to advance development candidates through commercialization. Liberated Capital awards $1.7

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

This Black History Month, they're undertaking a social media campaign on the best part about being a Black teacher. Check out the campaign here and learn more about this incredible organization. Learn more about the campaign here. Since then, the organization has evolved to address policy issues as well.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Whether you’re planning an advocacy or fundraising campaign, using a storytelling framework to create your calls to action can help you make emotional connections with your audience and ultimately move them to act. For organizations that are trying to connect with their supporters, telling a compelling story is essential. Story of Us.

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NTEN

JANUARY 25, 2022

The membership committee was restarted in 2021 to discuss topics ranging from our website redesign to NTC member options to ways to activate the community around our beliefs and advocacy campaigns. 2022 focus. Sponsors and exhibitors. 2021 review highlights.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 2, 2009

As a nonprofit professional, you appreciate the fact that email campaigns are an affordable and effective way to reach as many clients, donors, members and media as possible. You've developed e-advocacy tools to rush public policy action alerts to supporters who can advocate for fair and ethical local, national and global policies.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2020

Fresh, timely content is more vital to the success of your nonprofit’s digital campaigns than it has ever been. 2) Advocacy CTA on the Union of Concerned Scientists blog. Brands that blog report 97% more links to their website and 434% more indexed pages in search engines. 3) Maximize your blog’s sidebar.

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