sgEngage

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

If you feel a little unsteady about your nonprofit’s fundraising right now, you are not alone. Navigating a challenging economy, the rising cost of living, and staffing issues, many nonprofits are feeling the heat. We’re not in unprecedented times,” said Shannon McCracken, CEO of The Nonprofit Alliance. But take heart.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

It’s impossible to overstate the importance of creating a meaningful message when a nonprofit wants to engage with their donors. With the captivating visuals and persuasive copy that come from the work of a nonprofit, these messages are naturally compelling and have the potential to motivate donors to act. The Brand Story.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 18, 2023

If you feel a little unsteady about your nonprofit’s fundraising right now, you are not alone. Navigating a challenging economy, the rising cost of living, and staffing issues, many nonprofits are feeling the heat. We’re not in unprecedented times,” said Shannon McCracken, CEO of The Nonprofit Alliance. But take heart.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Very few nonprofits received matching funds, but over $120 million was raised for charity. Here are some Giving Tuesday ideas and tips for how you can recruit and encourage volunteers to use Facebook to get more dollars to your nonprofit. Offer a couple of suggested scripts they can pick from or modify.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Formed as a response to the work our community was already doing, the program provides a framework to support nonprofit and education professionals looking to volunteer their ideas, skills, and expertise to build innovative solutions and share them with the broader Salesforce.org community.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 7, 2023

It’s long been documented that the most successful nonprofits have (1) a board that plays a critical role in their fundraising and (2) built a strong collaborative partnership between the board and leadership staff. It could also mean that this is the year you include <insert name of nonprofit> in your last will and testament.

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Forum One

MARCH 12, 2024

Wednesday at the 2024 Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC), we’re pleased to be leading a session all about artificial intelligence (AI) for mission-driven social media. Rather, we see effective teams being able to turn their attention to new ideas and approaches they didn’t have time for before.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 30, 2021

Here are a few 2021 key findings from the report to help us retain and upgrade nonprofit donors: . Despite these documented leaps in giving for 2020, many nonprofits are now wondering about giving patterns moving forward. Moving forward with how to retain and upgrade nonprofit donors in mind. adjusted for inflation).

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 29, 2021

These days, it can be easier to get the attention of thousands of little fish online than a few big fish right in your own pond. With sleek one-tap payment options and crowd-funding strategies, you can use this attention to help fund your programs. How do you build trust with donors? It’s the law of large numbers.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

How To Win Your Donor’s Attention and Secure Their Gift. You’ve likely heard about the importance of search engine optimization (SEO), but do you know what it means and how it matters for your nonprofit? In this blog post, I’ll dive into that and how to make sure your nonprofit stays on top of your prospective donor’s SEO results.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

By appealing to a wide range of our senses, videos capture our attention and activate our emotions, unlike any other medium. Two-thirds of Americans get at least some of their news on social media and those platforms prioritize video content because it commands attention. And so, social media becomes their distribution channel.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Raising funds for nonprofit organizations is both an art and a science. This blog post will cover various strategies your organization can employ to raise crucial funds for your nonprofit organization. Your donation form is an opportunity to create a great first impression for people just discovering your nonprofit organization.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 20, 2019

However, influencer marketing isn’t just for products and brands; nonprofits can benefit substantially by influencers who get behind their cause. While at the venture philanthropy nonprofit, REDF , I had the pleasure of working with actor Chris O’Donnell, who was a member of the board. Here’s a case in point based on my own experience.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 2, 2023

Because, despite all the research showing such calls increase donor retention and the size of future gifts , most nonprofits still aren’t doing it. You want an insider, who lives and breathes the mission (as opposed to simply reading a script), and who can make a personal connection. Your prompt, personal touch will be appreciated.

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Qgiv

APRIL 6, 2021

Not only do you have to successfully pitch your organization’s mission and vision to someone who only has an outsider’s view, but you also must ask that person to contribute monetarily to your nonprofit. People want to meet in person to get a good feel for your nonprofit and your cause before they write a sizable check.

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Forum One

APRIL 8, 2021

Today, there is a wealth of modern tools that make deep and meaningful data analysis more accessible to the nonprofit and social good sector. I hosted a webinar that digs into the approaches and tools that Forum One thinks any modern nonprofit, association, foundation or government agency should be looking at in order to manage their data.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

Nonprofits rely on donations and unless you are independently wealthy and able to self-fund your organization, you’ll need to share with folks a request for donations. Listen, starting a nonprofit is NOT a “build it and they will come” activity. Your nonprofit is just the conduit for donors to accomplish their philanthropic desires.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 3, 2020

Nonprofit advocacy campaigns are becoming increasingly popular to help advance the mission of organizations. However, many organizations are under the impression that they must divide their attention between their advocacy campaigns and their fundraising efforts. Nonprofit advocacy can fit into and advance your fundraising strategy.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

Mid-level donors are well-worth your time and attention. Mid-level donors are too often neglected but cultivated properly, they can be a major revenue stream for your nonprofit. Of course, your mid-level donors will also share their vision for the future of your nonprofit. Brand your Mid-Level Giving Program. Make Fewer Asks.

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The world of social media is constantly evolving, and understanding social SEO is imperative for your nonprofit to make the most of organic content. What Is Social SEO and Why Is It Important for Your Nonprofit? Practical Implementation Does Social SEO matter for your Nonprofit? Does Social SEO matter for your Nonprofit?

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

But out of this huge challenge, we’ve seen some amazing creativity crop up as nonprofits revamp their fundraising approaches to be safe and successful. But success in an online fundraiser goes further than just getting the attention of potential donors. The last couple of years have been all about virtual when it comes to fundraising.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 23, 2023

Unfortunately, most nonprofits thank the donor as an afterthought. Your goal should be to write a power-packed thank-you letter that makes the donor think “I love this nonprofit – they do such good work.” This is really important if you know the donor because it shows them you’re paying attention and noticed their donation.

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M+R

JULY 10, 2023

I often tell folks that making a practice of self-editing is a great way to level up : finish your draft (email appeal, social media post, video script, or whatever else), walk away from it for a minute, and then go back and make changes as an editor would. I think about that sometimes when I’m coaching other writers at M+R.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 22, 2023

Assuming that staff can just wander on to general AI models and create content is like when nonprofits thought it was a good idea to give their social comms to interns a decade ago. Email Campaigns : AI writers can help nonprofits create effective email campaigns that increase engagement, donations, and volunteer participation.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Events are a staple in the nonprofit sector, helping to meet various purposes like fundraising, donor acquisition, and supporter engagement. However, with the rise of different event formats, planning your next nonprofit event has become more complex. In-Person In-person nonprofit events are straightforward. Let’s get started!

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Manager, Direct Marketing Fundraising Services, long-time staff of the national nonprofit Feeding America , knows better. When I asked him about the ultimate point of paying attention to the donor thank you process, he said, “ Retention. Aaron LaMonica-Weier , Sr. Thanking a donor well increases donor retention multiple times.

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Nonprofits Source

JANUARY 23, 2023

Through the Google Ad Grants program , nonprofits everywhere can leverage pay-per-click (PPC) marketing for free. Google gives eligible nonprofits $10,000 monthly to spend on its paid advertising platform. That’s why a lot of nonprofits turn to expert Google Grants managers for help. Do Google Ad Grants work?

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 28, 2020

COVID-19 is forcing nonprofits to think differently about engaging supporters. Grabbing supporters’ attention requires having highly engaging opportunities, and lots of them. Grabbing supporters’ attention requires having highly engaging opportunities, and lots of them. Virtual solutions. food prep, packing, distribution).

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 27, 2023

Volunteers pour their heart into your nonprofit’s work. They’re there to help with the heavy lifting of running a nonprofit and delivering programs. In short, volunteers can help you grow your nonprofit faster and more affordably. So why don’t all nonprofits make volunteer appreciation a priority? And that’s a shame.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 19, 2021

That means thanking them well, giving them updates, and telling them stories about the work your nonprofit is doing in changing lives. Then, when donors start thinking about which nonprofits they want to give to in a few weeks, yours will rise to the top. It helps to provide the people making calls with a script.

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Global Giving

APRIL 28, 2016

Let’s walk through the process of making a film for your nonprofit with nothing more than a smartphone, an editing app, and passion for your cause. What is going to grab their attention? Try writing a script with a two-column approach. Like all good stories, your final script should have a clear beginning, middle, and end.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 10, 2011

But, there is also another important element of a great video, something that drives the viewers attention and creates a deep connection: in a word, rhythm. The tempo of the dialogue, which can be scripted, interview format, or even visual dialogue is another element that establishes the rhythm. Human nature is drawn to rhythm.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 30, 2014

We’re a trendy, sexy bunch here at Nonprofit Hub, so of course we talk a lot about the importance of websites and social media. We’re also wannabe hipsters, however, so today we’re going to walk you through how to improve your nonprofit’s phone fundraising because, well, we’re totally retro and not mainstream. Don’t over-polish.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 11, 2018

Each potential donor deserves your utmost respect and attention; they shouldn’t feel like their contribution would be just another drop in your donation bucket. After asking for donations so many times, you may feel yourself sticking to the same script, and there’s nothing wrong with that! Making them feel like just another donor.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 10, 2009

Rashmi Sinha asked me if I would do a session on how to present for nonprofits at the upcoming presentation camp. That's the most important part of your presentation because you need to grab the audiences' attention. I love doing presentations, the preparation, creating the content, and the performance.

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Nonprofits Source

AUGUST 12, 2019

It is the main reason why so many nonprofits like yours looking to improve their digital marketing are turning to video. They are short and to the point: People’s attention span isn’t very high ( some reports clocks it at 8 seconds.) Now, let’s take a look at how you can create one that makes your nonprofit shine.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 22, 2012

During this hour, the Foundation Center's George Ford and Jake Garcia will take a look at how grant seekers can use the interactive maps and charts in Foundation Directory Online , the Foundation Center’s grant seeking database for nonprofits, to identify prospective funders.

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