Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

It is not too early to start thinking about your nonprofit’s social media strategy for 2018, including how you want to capitalize on social media trends that will have maximum impact in 2018. According to Lee Odom , influencer marketing is one of those trends. Not all influencers are the same. Step 2: Identify influencers.

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Care2

NOVEMBER 25, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Celebrities? Places of worship?

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

An estimated 63% of GivingTuesday donors only give on GivingTuesday : People want to participate in what’s trending, so give them the opportunity! You may also notice that your supporters donated time, in-kind gifts, or even their own advocacy in lieu of financial gifts. Generate awareness on a popular giving day.

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sgEngage

APRIL 20, 2023

To conclude the fundraiser: Announce and celebrate reaching your goal at the end of the year. This type of giving combines the advantages of digital fundraising and word-of-mouth advocacy. TikTok : Participate in trends and post regularly to make popular videos for your organization. Thank donors for their contributions.

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Non Profit Quarterly

APRIL 20, 2023

For example, social media companies often treat inclusive design features like accessibility to the visual and hearing impaired as afterthoughts, and indeed, the development of such features are at the mercy of hiring and layoff trends.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

that the very latest trend in web design this fall is all about the images. The current trend is away from the Apple iOS 2010 look with things like fancy drop shadows to the simpler Windows 8 'flat design' Flat design features contrasting colored simple icons to identify the sections of website. . Additional Resources.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Their work includes research, education for families and health professionals, support for families directly affected by the maternal health crisis, and advocacy. Overall, this work has helped to bring to light crucial information on trends in learning and education across the country. appeared first on Forum One.

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Care2

SEPTEMBER 10, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Know your audience. Tap that funny bone.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

According to data from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project , retention rates for new donors and donors who give small gifts are some of the most important trends for nonprofits to prioritize during campaigns both during year-end and in the next year. Click here to see a larger version of this graph. This correlates with an encouraging 39.5%

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 7, 2010

Recently, I noticed a trend on what major retailers were doing on their Facebook pages for the holiday season. Identifying a Trend. The emerging trend was that major retailers were using their Facebook pages to release special deals and give retail discounts for the holiday season. The Old Saying Is Still True. Carie Lewis.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Their work includes research, education for families and health professionals, support for families directly affected by the maternal health crisis, and advocacy. Overall, this work has helped to bring to light crucial information on trends in learning and education across the country. The post Celebrating Client Success in 2023!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 22, 2016

It’s relatively easy to see trending terms with your supporter base, which is similar to seeing the weekly headlines in your CRM. Both their capacity as a group and the lack of a clear advocacy solution regarding the conflict left them in question as to WHEN to run advocacy campaign, so they listened.

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Care2

MAY 19, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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sgEngage

APRIL 22, 2021

Earth Day was no exception to the trend of using protesting and collective action to voice concerns and enact change. The roots of Earth Day clearly weren’t in corporate greenwashing or a simple celebration of the place we call home. Celebrating Earth Day is important but advocating and safeguarding for our future is even more crucial.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 16, 2014

The 2014 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report was released last week and one of the more interesting findings was that donor retention remainsa lower priority. That likely means more email “asks” this year (donations, event registrants, advocacy actions) and fewer retention emails, like reporting back to donors and building relationships.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 22, 2023

For example, say someone from an animal advocacy organization meets a retired veterinarian named Bob during a gala. Celebrating volunteers’ commitment is a great way to show others that their hard work will be recognized and appreciated! With that information, you can try to correct the trend by reaching out to that individual.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

Test your messages – use different messages and calls to action, track trends and iterate the most effective techniques. It’s a long term commitment – you need to stay engaged and create a base of supporters before you can really start seeing huge gains in fundraising or advocacy.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 16, 2014

The 2014 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report was released last week and one of the more interesting findings was that donor retention remainsa lower priority. That likely means more email “asks” this year (donations, event registrants, advocacy actions) and fewer retention emails, like reporting back to donors and building relationships.

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Care2

AUGUST 16, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Why or why not?

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Care2

JULY 14, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Why or why not?

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Care2

MARCH 4, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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Care2

MARCH 3, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 19, 2019

If the donor retention trend continues, we’ll eventually end up with donor retention rates under 20%. ’ This takes more time initially, but it produces the levels of support and advocacy we really want for our organization!” The average donor retention rates for first-year online-only donors is 22%. Be a nice human.

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Care2

OCTOBER 13, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Google is celebrating its 10th birthday.

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Care2

MAY 7, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) How many photos were submitted?

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 7, 2012

As an added bonus, Twitter's trending topics are often monitored by local news media outlets. Announce the arrival of your event’s celebrity or dignitary attendees. Location of the cool features at your finish line celebration. Cross promote any active Advocacy Actions "Feeling Inspired?

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Care2

OCTOBER 29, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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Care2

OCTOBER 18, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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Museum 2.0

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Social Justice and Advocacy: Museums are acknowledging their power and looking at how their work is politically charged. Do you have anyone I should call out next month as an examplar of these trends? Do you have a trend you'd like to add? Where have you seen DEAI work really excel in this decade?

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EveryAction

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good. Are there active advocacy efforts going on? Check out our last installment here !

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Care2

NOVEMBER 15, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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Care2

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 19, 2007

Be A Celebrity for Your Cause Katya Andresen from Network for Good has been busy working on the launch of the SixDegrees.org site with Kevin Bacon. The goal is to allow anyone to be a celebrity for their charity. Your Guide to the E-Advocacy Revolution from PolicyLink. Change the World! A Few Web2.0

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 4, 2009

To get the market from niche to mainstream people are working on taxonomy, metrics and peer and trend ratings. And if these high caliber players can make progress on challenges like the diversity in the work or attribution for advocacy efforts we can all celebrate and use the tools. I’ve lifted this from their website. .

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M+R

JANUARY 31, 2023

We surveyed our nonprofit clients to dig into the trending hits and surprise breakout stars when it came to 2022’s year-end fundraising playlist, with detailed results from 21 organizations. Average gift size followed the same trend, with 60% seeing declines. First off, the change in the number of gifts, year over year.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 7, 2015

Articles started trending. Celebrities like Ellen DeGeneres and Taylor Swift were tweeting. I will gladly take a trend where people can come together for something positive. But, services and fundraising were not the only methods used to create awareness. prayforCharleston and #IamAME were going viral. Everyone was talking.

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Care2

FEBRUARY 25, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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