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#GivingTuesday: Why I Am Participating in the National Day of Giving on November 27, 2012

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Think about all those marathons or walking events for social causes that have been around before Facebook. Giving Tuesday takes a lot of these ideas and blends them together. The concept of empowering individuals to fundraise for a charity by asking their friends to donate has been around for years offline.

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52 Nonprofit Event Ideas That People Will Love

Neon CRM

In this image, runners’ legs are tied with pink ribbon to symbolize support for a cause. A charity golf tournament won’t just raise money and build excitement for your cause, it can also be a pillar of your major donor recruitment plan. It’s a healthy and engaging way to support your nonprofit’s cause.

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End-of-Year Event Fundraising

The Modern Nonprofit

Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes END-OF-YEAR EVENT FUNDRAISING The final quarter of the year unfolds with a blend of reflection and anticipation. Hold a contest with rewards for Best Dressed or Best Background. You might even direct-mail pretty recipe cards to add a special physical touch!