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4 Easy Ways to Acquire New Donors for Your Nonprofit with Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

Nonprofit Tech for Good

In fact, according to data shared by Peer-to-Peer Forum , peer-to-peer fundraising is the number one tactic that inspires donors to give to charity and 39% of Americans who’ve donated to charity have done so because a friend or family member asked them to. You can easily acquire new donors using peer-to-peer fundraising.

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10 Online Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits

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Innovation in online fundraising was driven by the release of new technology, such as email marketing services like MailChimp in 2001, the launch of WordPress ( a content management system now used by 44% of nonprofits worldwide ) in 2003, and social networking websites beginning with Myspace in 2005.

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12 Must-Know Stats About Online Fundraising, Social Media, and Mobile Technology

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Now into the second quarter of 2017, three themes are taking shape that the nonprofit sector should be aware of. Second, the popularity of social networking is steady and continues to spread globally, but messaging apps such as WhatsApp, LINE, and Snapchat are emerging as powerful digital communities. Source: GlobalWebIndex.

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How Nonprofits Can Use Behavioral Science to Engage Supporters on Social Media

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In fact, behavioral science should inform the ways you recruit and engage supporters as well as raise awareness for your cause. Here are some ways you can use behavioral science in your social media strategy: The power of participation. Social media makes participating in campaigns easy and fun.

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Top 5 Social Media Best Practices for #GivingTuesday

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Now entering its sixth year, #GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media. Prominently feature the date (November 28), the #GivingTuesday hashtag, a “Donate” button, links to your social networks, social sharing, and an e-newsletter opt-in. Thank you!

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Donation Drives: Catalyzing Change Through Collective Giving

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Versatility in Support Donation drives come in various forms, allowing nonprofits, charities, and community organizations to tailor their campaigns to specific needs. Increased Awareness Hosting a donation drive not only raises funds but also increases awareness about your nonprofit’s mission and activities.

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Fundraising Best Practices: Sharing the Results of Donating Online to 31 Nonprofits

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6) If the “Thank You for Your Donation” landing page included social networking icons or pitches to “Like” or “Follow” or “Join” the nonprofit on the Social Web and/or a “Thank You” video or slideshow. National Campaign to Protect Social Security & Medicare.

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