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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. Depending on the timing of your 2022 campaigns, you also might want to extend your time frame beyond six months.

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4 Quick Tips to Remember When Planning an Advocacy Campaign

Top Nonprofits

If you’ve ever led an advocacy campaign, you know that it has an incredible number of moving pieces. As you quickly grow and engage your audience , it can be easy to lose track of your campaign plan. That’s why planning is the most important stage in your advocacy campaign. Rely on established relationships.

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How to take your association’s online advocacy efforts to next level

Nimble AMS

Member advocates are the backbone of your campaigns and the heart of your advocacy program. Read our blog to discover how to advance your advocacy program’s efforts and better engage your member advocates online. Set your advocates up in your online community platform with a specific advocacy sub-group. Download now

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Looking for long-term impact? Advocacy is a must

M+R

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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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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The Five Building Blocks of a Digital Advocacy Campaign, Part 1: Tell an Impactful Story

Media Cause

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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How Nonprofits Can Leverage Organic Social Media to Increase Fundraising

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Ask followers for input on an upcoming campaign or what they want to see more of on your platforms. Joint campaigns, takeovers, and shoutouts expand your reach to new audiences in an organic way. Recognize their contributions and acknowledge their role in your mission’s success. Monitor engagement and listen to feedback.