Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 19, 2017

When you teach internationally, it is important to localize your content and Tharum was able to provide many local and regional examples and tips. There was also awards ceremony co-sponsored by the Rockefeller Foundation. If you want to see storytelling at its finest, coupled with breathtaking social impact, watch the videos.

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Achieve

MAY 15, 2024

Perhaps you haven’t been meeting your fundraising goals. The grant lifecycle doesn’t end after a grant has been awarded—your parks and recreation organization also needs to stay in compliance with the grant’s guidelines. Or, maybe you’ve recently reviewed your financial statements and found that you need more funds for a renovation.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 29, 2022

However, with a read-a-thon fundraiser, you can give your supporters the opportunity to slow down and crack open a book while also teaching young students the value of reading and escaping into exciting stories. What is a read-a-thon fundraiser? How to host a read-a-thon fundraiser. Why should you host a read-a-thon?

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Forum One

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

We are excited to announce that Forum One has been recognized as a 2021 WebAwards winner of seven awards in six different categories! To mark its anniversary, NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories and moments from the last 50 years. The Frist Art Museum. Outstanding Website. I’m Determined.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

Government The government provides grants at federal, state, and local levels to ease the burden of overhead or administration costs for nonprofits like yours. For example, the federal government often provides funding to state and local governments for formula grants that benefit federal programs.

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Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

Many grant applications will ask similar questions, such as what programs or materials you need funding for and why, how your nonprofit makes an impact in the community, and how you’ll measure success if selected for the award. Download Now: 5 Ways Online Fundraising Pays for Itself. Download Now: How to Tell a Story Worksheet.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

The large difference is that most funders tend to direct a majority of their arts funding to local and regional organizations. They support artist-driven film and new media storytelling projects (documentary films) that explore aspects of inequality, as well as the organizations and networks that support these documentary projects.

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Qgiv

APRIL 21, 2023

On April 16-18, 2023, 3,600+ fundraising professionals descended on New Orleans, LA for AFP ICON’s 63 rd annual conference, the largest turnout in six years. Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z all share an interest in engaging with organizations through peer-to-peer fundraising. Know your data in and out,” says Emily.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

They take care of your facility, give tours of your museum, welcome attendees to your annual gala, and pass out medals at fundraising races. Learn how Qgiv can help you and your volunteers make the most of your fundraising efforts! Collaborate with local businesses. Volunteers are the backbone of any nonprofit organization.

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Kindful

AUGUST 12, 2021

The large difference is that most funders tend to direct a majority of their arts funding to local and regional organizations. They support artist-driven film and new media storytelling projects (documentary films) that explore aspects of inequality, as well as the organizations and networks that support these documentary projects.

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Care2

MAY 11, 2011

Road trips are an excellent platform for causes to tell important stories, engage volunteers, and fundraise in an innovative way. Building local chapters. The road trip footage was made into an award winning film and Darius Goes West is now a registered 501(c)3 organization. Diverse Goals. Trail-blazing Road Warriors.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

It’s marketable, it’s ripe for good storytelling, and can ease the process of coming up with a fresh campaign concept. Second, year-end giving gives nonprofits an opportunity to use a big chunk of their resources to meet their annual fundraising goals, and it gives donors a last chance to get a tax-deductible gift out the door.

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Everyaction

DECEMBER 12, 2017

We have everything from: Fundraising & Grants. Participants will acquire a foundational understanding of this increasingly important component of fundraising strategy and will be able to identify and distinguish between the most common planned giving vehicles. Fundraising & Grants/ @CASEAdvance. State/Local.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Just like with any other type of fundraiser, food drives require lots of planning. Are branding and design really that vital to the success of a fundraiser? Set up a peer-to-peer fundraising page, complete with a thermometer to track how much money your food drive has raised. Team up with a local organization.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Digital Storytelling Expert, J Campbell Social Marketing. Through speaking, training, and consulting, she shows social purpose organizations how to use social media and storytelling to build communities, showcase impact, and advance their causes. Kerr was the youngest person awarded a Z. Julia Campbell. Cause Camp 2020 Host.

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NTEN

MAY 2, 2012

Let's Get Local: Using Social Media in State and Local Campaigns , Ted Fickes. Nonprofit storytelling tips from the pros , Debra Askanase. Why Fundraisers are Failing at Storytelling -- and What They Need to Change , Lori Jacobwith. Care2 Impact Prize Awarded to Vinay Bhagat of Convio , Clint O'Brien.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

And don’t forget, The 5th Annual DoGooder Nonprofit Video Awards is now open for submissions from members of the YouTube Nonprofit Program until March 2nd. We recently shot a fundraising campaign video for the Autism Science Foundation with our Canon HD DSLR. Check out your local camera shop for rentals and expert advice.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 14, 2011

The training event, which will be live streamed starting at 9:00 am , will feature fundraising and social media gurus Katya Andresen, Danielle Brigida, Tracy Equality Viselli, Jocelyn Harmon and more. Some tips to build capacity and benefiting from a fundraising contest: Get organized both online and offline.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 13, 2017

She was a pioneer of the Eagles Care program, which partners the Eagles with local nonprofits to make a lasting difference in the Philadelphia community. She helps find a positive a ngle to most any fundraising challenge. Named one of America’s Top 25 Fundraising Experts, Lori is Founder of Ignited Fundraising.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 3, 2017

That's why we do an annual survey of our members — because our local volunteers are always striving to figure out how they can help your nonprofit use technology to do more good. The top three technology challenges for respondents are building websites, managing data, and fundraising. Why Are You a NetSquared Member?

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2021

Over the years, as we’ve spent more time on our phones and computers, peer-to-peer fundraising has become one of the core avenues through which individuals donate to and advocate for the nonprofits they love. What is peer-to-peer fundraising? . Types of peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns. Benefits of peer-to-peer fundraising.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 8, 2015

The event, held on the deck of the USS Yorktown , brought people from all walks together—tech folks, investors, business owners and employees, politicians and other interested folks from the community—to hear about 10 four-minute pitches from local startups. An hour after the word “go,” one of the 10 was awarded $100,000.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 9, 2021

If you are ready to turn your board around and increase their comfort level with fundraising, Sabrina Walker Hernandez will show you how! We are here to talk about the board’s role in fundraising and resource development, one of my favorite topics, and we got one of my favorite people also here to talk about it. You are worth it.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Worked hard to unite their local media and the corporate sponsors they recruited towards a common purpose – including some local banks and TV stations getting involved. In addition to the above, they also…. Conducted live group trainings where other nonprofits in the area came to be empowered on how to succeed at #GivingTuesday.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

And if you’re watching this recording, I hope you’re having a good day, no matter when and where you are because we are here to talk about the four-step plan to get more donations and greater fundraising results. So like you said, the four-step plan to get more donors to grow your fundraising results. I’m Steven.

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EveryAction

APRIL 1, 2016

Fundraising. Fundraising / #casesmg / @CASEAdvance. Fundraising. Participants will acquire a foundational understanding of this increasingly important component of fundraising strategy and will be able to identify and distinguish between the most common planned giving vehicles. Fundraising / #caseadvdean / @CASEAdvance.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 20, 2021

Once upon a time, a fundraiser was super busy. That’s why every culture uses storytelling to pass down vital traditions and values. See this principle at work in these good and bad examples of nonprofit storytelling. But fundraisers who work in medium-sized organizations may need to consult their program staff for story details.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 27, 2020

Marketing and fundraising at a nonprofit is tough. . your most important fundraisers have been canceled or shifted online, you’re managing a remote team now, board members are growing concerned and the community you serve still needs your help. . From their responses, effective fundraising boils down to three vital things: .

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Care2

MAY 15, 2009

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) You can read the full case study here.

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Qgiv

JUNE 12, 2023

For more on motivating board members, see Boards on Fire: Igniting Passion for Joyful Fundraising.) For more about strategic plans, see How to Develop a Strategic Fundraising Plan. BONUS: this will look great on fundraising event swag! Well-crafted statements give them the language and the confidence to make the important asks!

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Passive income – a term used to describe income generated from a single effort that pay of indefinitely – is a topic normally reserved for the likes of Tim Ferriss (of “The Four-Hour Workweek”), but some of its philosophies can be applied to fundraising. Applying Passive Income Strategies to Nonprofit Fundraising.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 28, 2013

Using Wordle, nonprofits could generate word clouds that add some color and creativity to their online fundraising and outreach campaigns. Vinepeek gives you a glimpse of Vine’s potential for visual storytelling. Live-streaming is ideal for reporting live from conferences, fundraisers, and protests. Vine :: vine.co.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 8, 2013

Ideal for launching online fundraising and awareness campaigns, your nonprofit needs at least a month to prepare your campaign materials and craft your messaging in order to build a sense of anticipation among your fans and followers. Local Impact Map :: datamarket.azure.com/application. Clipix :: clipix.com. Flipagram :: flipagr.am.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 27, 2012

is an iOS App that allows users to earn points for doing things like volunteering at local food banks or animal shelters. Points can later be redeemed for deals and free items at local merchants. Otherwise, nonprofits who already have websites can use Flavors to create landing pages for social media and fundraising campaigns as needed.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 27, 2012

is an iOS App that allows users to earn points for doing things like volunteering at local food banks or animal shelters. Points can later be redeemed for deals and free items at local merchants. Otherwise, nonprofits who already have websites can use Flavors to create landing pages for social media and fundraising campaigns as needed.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 7, 2011

So as fundraisers, how can we tell the real story – expose the true heart of an organization – when our messaging is only one part of a huge multi-dimensional website? When done correctly, a microsite can be one of the most powerful storytelling tools available to fundraisers. AbolishChildTrafficking.org.

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