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Nonprofits: Have we had enough of "vote for me" fundraising yet?

Judi Sohn

Each Facebook user, after authorizing the Chase application, got 20 votes to distribute among their favorite charities. Chase disqualified some charities without being transparent as to why. Each charity had a page for comments, and those pages were filled with "use your spare vote for." " pleas.

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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. Kickstarter makes it clear that it isn't for direct charity or cause funding, but about project creation. Amazingly, the organization has surpassed this goal and (as of this article) has raised $11,547.

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The Many Ways to Say I Love You With A Donation To A Charity

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

What about making a donation to a charity in honor the special someone in your life. Give a Virtual Gift on Facebook and Support Breast Cancer (or another charity) : Thinking about sending a virtual gift, maybe a teddy bear, flowers, hearts, or whatever? Join the Red Campaign.

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Nonprofits: Have we had enough of "vote for me" fundraising yet?

Judi Sohn

Each Facebook user, after authorizing the Chase application, got 20 votes to distribute among their favorite charities. Chase disqualified some charities without being transparent as to why. Each charity had a page for comments, and those pages were filled with "use your spare vote for." " pleas.

Contest 100
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Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Software Tips for Medical Nonprofits

Qgiv

We put together some peer-to-peer fundraising software tips that can make it easier for your supporters to raise funds on your behalf, host more profitable fundraising events, and other tips to boost your peer-to-peer efforts. This motivated their supporters to raise significantly more than their fundraising goal.

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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. Kickstarter makes it clear that it isn't for direct charity or cause funding, but about project creation. Amazingly, the organization has surpassed this goal and (as of this article) has raised $11,547.

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Year-End Giving Prep: 21 FAQs Answered by Fundraising Experts

Connection Cafe

That’s a tricky one to answer, because every charity and audience is different and what is or is not creative is incredibly subjective. Religious charities tend to do well at year-end when they use the upcoming religious holidays to their advantage. For example, you’re raising $50,000 to buy a Meals-on-Wheels delivery van.

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