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Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America spread #GoSilent across the web for Memorial Day

Amy Sample Ward

Just before noon, I decided to go online and see what those in my networks were sharing from their own celebrations or reflections, and immediately found the #GoSilent campaign from Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA). It pulled me in, and then everywhere I looked online I saw it was pulling in others! A simple commitment.

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How Text Messaging Has Revolutionized Giving

BoardAssist

The average mobile pledge fulfillment rate is 84 per cent, which is aided by SMS reminders. All attendees, participants and donors are thanked via text with a link to a personalized video; texting is a quick and easy way to thank donors for their contribution. The average donation amount per text is $167. Text-to-Give Case Studies.

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Which Crowdfunding Platform Is Best for Your Organization?

Tech Soup

It is open to creators from all backgrounds – from charities to video game developers to artists. based projects, pledges are processed by Amazon Payments. Aid Afghanistan for Education and Peace has the lofty $10,000 goal to fund a school of 300 students for a month. Special Plan for Nonprofits: No.

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Which Crowdfunding Platform Is Best for Your Organization?

Tech Soup

It is open to creators from all backgrounds – from charities to video game developers to artists. based projects, pledges are processed by Amazon Payments. Aid Afghanistan for Education and Peace has the lofty $10,000 goal to fund a school of 300 students for a month. Special Plan for Nonprofits: No.