Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 29, 2015

Image Source: ntegrity. PLEASE MAKE A RECURRING GIFT : I’ve donated to the GlobalGiving Earthquake Fund – the money will go to a vetted network of NGOS – and they have a donor who is matching all recurring gifts. Let’s continue to pay attention and support this effort.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

According to the 2020 Benchmarks Report , revenue from monthly gifts increased by 22% in 2019 and now accounts for 17% of all online revenue for nonprofits. Be sure that your pitch is visual whether that’s a graphic or image in the body of the email, or a header or footer banner. And don’t be shy about sending emails!

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 14, 2023

So, give this effort the time and attention it deserves! It also helps your potential donors understand where their money will go, why their money is needed, and the impact their gift will make. Tell stories about how lives have been changed and show powerful images of your work. Use powerful images to tell your story.

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

Add impactful images or videos and text to your donation form and landing page! There are several ways to show impact including: Adding a banner image to your landing page A background image on your landing page Adding images directly to your donation form Images tied to donation amounts on your donation form Images tied to giving plans.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 16, 2024

Stories help us pay attention. Even though we’re not all gifted storytellers, artificial intelligence can make us look like we are. Add images to every touchpoint. Tell a Powerful (and Personal) Story Humans are hardwired for narrative. They generate a-ha moments. And stories inspire action. Lean on AI to craft a better story.

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EveryAction

JULY 3, 2023

Offer intuitive options , like recurring gifts and email sign-ups, directly in the donation process. An intuitive donation experience is critical for securing first-time gifts and encouraging future ones. There’s a ton of competition for your donors’ attention online, especially during the year-end season.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Sure, many gift-buyers will continue to turn to Amazon, Walmart, and Target, but increasingly c onsumers are being more mindful with purchases. Nonprofits, especially local and small organizations, can have a difficult time breaking through the noise during Black Friday and Cyber Monday or during holidays where gift-giving is a norm.

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AUGUST 4, 2023

People love seeing their name: It’s an important part of their identity, and using their name will catch their attention and make them more likely to read the rest of the letter. Get Specific About Your Donor’s Impact Pretend you gave your nephew $50 for a birthday gift. Why would they get a thank-you letter that wasn’t meant for them?

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Use compelling, emotional images and video to get across the importance of your cause. Make recurring gifts an option! Want more quick ways to improve your online giving page and encourage donors to complete their gift? TIP: Encourage giving with a matching gift campaign! Can they commit to a gift that day?

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Qgiv

MAY 2, 2022

Windermere Foundation used Qgiv’s landing page feature to display a donation form that featured images of the children and families they serve. With careful placement of images, they draw attention to various places on their donation form to encourage donors to complete their gift. What you can do. Request a Demo.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Acknowledge the donor for their gift. Your gift of three sets of quilted dog crate pads is very much appreciated and helps free up funds that can be used for emergencies or veterinary bills for those greyhounds that need extra care. You are changing each one of their lives with your gift, and we are so grateful for your support.”

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 25, 2022

How do you capture their attention in the almost grotesque distraction of the online space? I made my largest gift to Wikipedia ever (okay, only $35). Download Wikipedia’s email by clicking the image below. Your donors, like you, are under many pressures from a rapidly changing world. We’ve had enough.” Hey, haven’t we all?

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DipJar

AUGUST 12, 2021

A strong design with a user-friendly interface can lead not only to more donors, but larger donations and recurring gifts. . Use engaging images. . Images and videos are great engagement tools that provide variety for visitors interacting with your content. Use engaging images. Follow accessibility guidelines. .

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Powerful Images and Donor Education. Veterans Heritage Project chose images that spotlight the veterans they support on their donation forms and detailed what certain donation amounts will help fund. Donors want to know who their gifts will help, so including images that make it more personal will inspire more folks to give.

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M+R

MARCH 14, 2024

Unfortunately, not all of our donors are themselves professional fundraisers — so creating a special, attention-grabbing Giving Day that gets your audiences excited and engaged can be a big boost during an otherwise quiet time of year. Think of it like your organization’s own Giving Tuesday — on your schedule, and on your terms!

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

However, the real challenge begins when the initial urgency subsides and public attention shifts away. Having these elements in place not only positions you to capitalize on the increased attention during emergencies but also provides a clear pathway for donors to continue their support.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

While ChatGPT is receiving a lot of attention lately, it’s important not to overlook the other powerful artificial intelligence tools that can assist you and your team in reaching your goals. Although AI for the nonprofit sector isn’t a new concept, the possibilities continue to grow.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

According to GivingTuesday , the average online gift was $107, and $3.1 If that’s the case keep your revenue expectations reasonable but focus instead on inspiring your donors to pay attention. Would you consider a $2,500 gift, half of that, or even $250? We even have a name for these donors: lead gift donors. Or do both!

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 20, 2022

They want to know how their donation will directly further the cause, and that this gift will make a difference in achieving it. Lay out the fundraising goal for each of your initiatives, and include photos and videos that focus on the importance of the cause and how a gift will help create real change. A $50 gift?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 6, 2014

It’s an important page because it is one of the few times you have the hyperfocused attention of your donors as they wait for their credit card payment to be processed and confirmed. Use images to bring attention to calls-to-action. Allow donors to designate their just made donation as a tribute/honor gift.

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Byte Technology

AUGUST 10, 2016

And in your call-to-action statement, don’t be afraid to include an incentive: a discount for an immediate purchase, a free gift etc. Remember that Facebook users are bombarded with photos and videos constantly, and it can be hard to really grab a potential customer’s attention. Leverage the best possible imagery you can.

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sgEngage

JULY 22, 2022

Pay attention to header classification. Make sure the images you use on your blog are of high-quality and actually contribute to the post instead of just regurgitating information or acting as decor. For example, a nonprofit wanting to promote a matching gifts campaign may not want to target “matching gifts.” Add visuals.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

It might be a smaller gift than they usually give, but they’ll keep supporting your work to the best of their ability. Supplies or other in-kind gifts Sponsorships for an event? Are you looking for major gifts to fund a capital campaign? Please give your best gift now.” they’ll still give. Transition.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 22, 2023

While donors might not directly benefit by aiding your nonprofit, some of your donors may have specific, compelling reasons for why they chose to make a gift. Increase engagement with images and videos. You might even consider employing a graphic designer to create compelling images related to your story.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Their attention spans are short. There’s nothing else to break up the text or draw attention to important points. There are no images to tell a story explaining why they’re sending this appeal. It should also include a phone number and website URL, should the reader want to make a gift other than by check. .

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

Image courtesy of Nonprofit Information. Pay attention to these statistics when evaluating who your loyal donors are. Individuals who give inordinately large gifts to other nonprofits, or other nonprofits with similar missions, is always an avenue that can be counted on to provide some donation revenue.

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TechImpact

MARCH 13, 2014

Image courtesy of The Fundraising Authority. Pay attention to these statistics when evaluating who your loyal donors are. Individuals who give inordinately large gifts to other nonprofits, or other nonprofits with similar missions, is always an avenue that can be counted on to provide some donation revenue.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 5, 2023

For instance, Instagram is ideal for sharing primarily visual content such as images and videos, while Twitter has a 280-character limit per tweet and is most suitable for quick updates and hashtag campaigns. Solicit additional gifts and re-engage donors by continuing to reach out to them long after a fundraiser ends or a gift is made.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Workplace giving software is any digital platform that enables corporate giving programs , such as matching gifts, volunteer grants, and corporate volunteerism. Nonprofits can invest in software that enables donors to take advantage of their employers’ workplace giving programs, such as matching gift software. Benefits breakdown.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The ACLU sent me this email the morning after Giving Tuesday to say they know a lot causes are vying for my attention and that it’s not too late to help them meet their match. Rachel’s gift matched 2x. Give the Gift of Equal Justice. Give the gift of music today to help us end on a high note . Even better?

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Nonprofits Source

AUGUST 31, 2023

The best nonprofit websites out there incorporate smart fundraising strategies into their designs to attract the most attention and support for their initiatives. Highlight matching gifts. Your nonprofit can generate significant revenue from matching gifts. Including a matching gift search tool on your donation page.

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Candid

JULY 6, 2021

Then, after submitting their gift, supporters receive an optional survey to collect additional information about their interests, why they gave to your organization, and their employer. . Your generous gift helps Save the Planet clean garbage out of the ocean every day. . all capture the readers’ attention and encourage engagement. .

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Media Cause

JANUARY 10, 2023

Branded products, such as t-shirts, mugs, tote bags, and even pet clothing, allow your nonprofit’s most passionate supporters to better represent your cause and make for thoughtful gifts. Create attention-grabbing designs. Create attention-grabbing designs. Assess your audience. Sell merchandise at events .

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

As you focus your efforts and attention on growth, be sure to create a fundraising plan to help stay organized. Plus, it’s essential for cultivating your major gift program. It’s rare that a kind stranger swoops in and donates a major gift to an organization they don’t have a relationship with. Focus on building relationships.

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

For example, chatbots can answer frequently asked questions, provide donation options, and even help donors set up recurring gifts. Whether it is images, audio, or videos, generative AI tools are able to 10x the production. Image tools: Stable Diffusion DALLE2 MidJourney Canva (now has lightweight image AI) Video Tools: Pictory.ai

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Have Them at Hello Start with an irresistible subject line that’s 50 characters or less and grabs your audience’s attention: Convey urgency. (“Our Williams suggests classifying donors by tiers, rather than by “major” or “minor” gifts. Our supply of pantry items will last only 30 days.”) Ask a question. (“How Personalize it. (“Joe,

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

By translating these lessons into the nonprofit context, we can gain valuable insights into crafting campaigns that inspire participation rather than simply grab attention. Show how gifts further the outcomes step-by-step. Or if a certain donation thank-you gift reliably increases donor retention, offer it in campaign after campaign.

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