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

Nonprofit Tech for Good

They are more likely to donate to a cause, attend a virtual event, or volunteer when they are invited by people they know and trust. In fact, behavioral science should inform the ways you recruit and engage supporters as well as raise awareness for your cause. Social media makes participating in campaigns easy and fun.

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4 Fresh Ideas for Peer to Peer Fundraising

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In-person events were no longer a reality and an estimated 62% of nonprofits pivoted to a virtual campaign to help continue to engage fundraisers in their mission. During the pandemic, a new Guinness World Record for the most money raised by a charity walk (individual) was set by Captain Tom Moore who raised over $44.5

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Best Hybrid Event Platforms

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Hybrid events integrate digital features and virtual elements into an in-person event. An event platform software can be used for in-person events, virtual-only events, and hybrid events. A virtual conference may require a different virtual component than a trade show or expo and vice versa.

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9 Tips for Recruiting and Retaining Peer-to-Peer Participants

OneCause

They’re the ones who sign up to raise funds on behalf of your organization – driving donations from their own networks of friends and family. For those outside of your service area, you might invite them to join virtually. For those in your nonprofit’s service area, you might invite them to sign up to run/walk/ride in your event.

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Relationships That Raise Funds: 5 Tips for Creating Successful Peer-to-Peer Fundraisers

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This is true both of fundraisers culminating towards an offline event, such as walks, rides and runs, and those of a more virtual nature. For example, the Avon Walk calls those who raise larger amounts -&# Top Fundraisers,&# while the NY AIDS Walk has “Star Walkers.&#. Understanding the Value of Team Captains.

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How to Host a Read-a-thon Fundraiser

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Before the reading begins, you’ll recruit fundraising participants who will raise money on behalf of your organization. Read-a-thons are also a great, simple peer-to-peer fundraiser that can help you raise a lot of money without many overhead costs, especially if you host a virtual read-a-thon.

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Beyond the Venue: Innovative Platforms for Charitable Events

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Virtual/hybrid galas “Not another Zoom meeting!” From taking a seat at a virtual table with colleagues, family, and friends, to instant donor recognition, to silent auctions, to access to exclusive content, there are many digital solutions that can enhance your donor experience. Did your participant just unlock the 20K step badge?