Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

If you’re unsure if you have the time to manage a TikTok account for your nonprofit, create a draft content calendar. Label each day on the content calendar with the names of the platforms you’ll be posting on, what you plan on posting about, and any photo or video you’ll need created for the post. original sound – GivingTuesday.

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Qgiv

JULY 8, 2021

Rather than cancel, the Brother Wolf team brainstormed and came up with a very clever (and relatively simple) way to transform their event into a virtual one. Like other organizations, they saw the move to hybrid and virtual events in 2020 and embarked to turn their fundraiser into one. Moral of the Story. “It

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Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 31, 2021

If this sounds like a heavy lift for your organization, automated workflows might be your lifesaver. Tip #2: Shift to virtual fundraising for a more flexible strategy. In 2022, face-to-face, hybrid, and virtual fundraising events are all possible, but it’s prudent to consider your donors’ comfort level while planning.

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Top Nonprofits

AUGUST 17, 2021

If any of this sounds like you, and you’re tired of being so stressed, check out this webinar, led by fundraising and leadership expert, Mazarine Treyz (Wild Woman Fundraising). Her organization runs two virtual conferences per year, one on nonprofit leadership and one on fundraising careers. Share This Post!

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Even if you don’t follow a definitive fundraising calendar, it’s still vital to come up with a year-end fundraising plan—and stick to it. Here’s an example of what a year-end fundraising communications calendar can look like before Dec 1: Want this template to create your own year-end fundraising plan?

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sgEngage

JULY 17, 2023

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. It’s about more than occasional gift cards, branded swag, and virtual happy hours. It’s about more than occasional gift cards, branded swag, and virtual happy hours. Put yourself on your calendar—seriously. Once you identify your one small step, write it down.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Virtual Fundraising. You can mobilize your supporters to fundraise and advocate on your behalf; plus it can all be done virtually. Digital marketing may sound complicated, but it’s more accessible than you might think. Virtual Fundraising. Campaigns & Ideas. Communications & Marketing. Social Media Post Ideas.

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Roundtree

AUGUST 10, 2021

This may sound obvious, but unfortunately many organizations make this marketing mistake. Virtually all social media platforms use algorithms that rank different types of content over others. Tip #6: Be consistent with the help of an editorial calendar. So start with getting to know your target audience. .

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

It also means your communications need to feel like a virtual conversation, meeting their need for interesting, relevant information — not just whatever you feel like telling them. Which sounds better? A donor relationship is no different. And not just a generic “Thank you for your support.”

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Photo Contest Organize a low-cost photo contest, charging entry fees and showcasing winning photos through an exhibition or calendar sale (either of which could end up being another way to raise funds). We’re trying to think of something pithy or insightful to add, but frankly, this event just sounds very nice. Books rule.

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EveryAction

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Have no fear: our friends at Cause Camp are offering the option to attend virtually. Why we like it: with all of the youth-focused plenaries, panels, and workshops , we can't choose just one favorite session (although Level 1-3 of Gamification sounds pretty rad.). Check out our full calendar of the Best Nonprofit Conferences of 2016 !

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CauseVox

JULY 18, 2023

Sample fundraising calendar Be sure to update your quarterly and monthly totals for the year, comparing them to your original goals. That sounds much more reasonable and impactful. Whether you’re running a virtual, hybrid, or in-person event, CauseVox offers event management features that simplify the process.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

A reliable auction platform also makes it easy to pivot this experience to the virtual space! You might even offer a small branded item, like a t-shirt or calendar for the coming year, to motivate your supporters to give. These can work as in-person, virtual , or even hybrid events. Start a recurring giving campaign.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 21, 2017

A quick glance at your calendar shows that you spent hours in meetings, answering emails, or working on shared documents but you can’t remember why. Sound familiar? Because the communication virtual, you can’t see the stress you are creating for your team members when sending after hours emails. ”

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 16, 2023

” Any of that sound familiar? Your Virtual Board Meeting Running a good Board meeting in person can be hard, but when you’re running a virtual meeting, it’s even more difficult. For more ideas about virtual Board meetings, check out this guide from Boardable. .” “Nobody shows up on time.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 24, 2009

Mark your calendars for TechSoup Global's Digital Storytelling Online Event ! This free event will take place across three separate platforms: webinars, forums, and the virtual world of Second Life. But it doesn’t have to be a bland, corporate-sounding video or canned sound bite. Your organization has a story to tell.

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CauseVox

JUNE 22, 2021

The long and short of it is that the Digital Fundraising Summit is a virtual conference designed to help nonprofit marketers and fundraisers thrive in today’s digital-first world. That might sound like a wild fantasy, but it’s not: you can make it happen with some strategic use of automation. We’ve got you covered.

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Classy

APRIL 27, 2021

Join Krista, Libby, Lisa and many more inspirational speakers at the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions for sessions dedicated to nonprofit wellbeing and resilience. You could say, “That project sounds great, but my calendar is full and I don’t have the ability to commit to that right now.” Get Registered Now for Free.

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Judi Sohn

AUGUST 1, 2011

Calendars & contacts were synced in what felt like seconds. No clunky calendar sync application. I like that I can set different sounds for each type of notification. State of Apps: I’m relieved that most of the free iPhone apps I relied on are on Android and virtually unchanged. 3 Gmail accounts, no problem.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

Eventually, we'll also have a virtual Science Fair, pages for sponsor information, even a social calendar where we can all add events and a map to go along with it of the nearby area in DC. This is the part where, if this were the infomercial it may sound like, I would say: "All this for the low low price of."

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 21, 2022

Here are a few points to consider as you prepare for your visit: If the donor agrees to a call, block off an hour on your calendar. This sounds like a trick question, but it speaks to the likelihood that we as fundraisers tend to focus too much on the money and forget to notice other ways the donor might help.

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Qgiv

JUNE 23, 2021

If that sounds like your organization, don’t discount the power of organic reach! If you’re hosting a completely virtual event, geographic location means less because anyone can attend from anywhere. That said, you’ll want to make sure your ad includes the time zone the virtual festivities will take place in.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 2, 2012

system and integrates it through: Project management (organize calendars and assign tasks). Office suites include: OneNote 2010: More than any other program for me, OneNote is a handy note-taking program that virtually eliminates the need for notepads. integrates your email with calendars and contact information.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

With so many tools out there to choose from, your opportunities for customizing your organization’s tech stack are virtually limitless, especially when it comes to fundraising apps. Boardable — Top Fundraising App for Board Management Boardable is powerful nonprofit board meeting software that enables your leadership to communicate virtually.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

A creative fundraiser can make any of these items sound attractive to the donor. Swag or merch: calendars, printables, planners, notebooks. Offer a tour of your building or events or activities virtually for donors who can’t come in person and send to them as a link in a thank you email or text. Access to a virtual VIP lounge.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 8, 2023

Schedule Keep a work calendar and update it so it’s always current. We like Google Calendar since you can see it on your computer or phone, and once you start building your team, you can share calendars. Start filling your calendar by scheduling any important meetings or calls. Below are a few ways you can do all of that.

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CauseVox

MARCH 2, 2021

These statements are the Zoom soundtrack to our virtual lives. You want both your staff and donors to be highly invested in your cause — but when long hours of meetings and virtual fatigue set in, it doesn’t matter how passionate your donors and staff are. “Am I on mute?”. Can you hear me?”. But they’re tired. We’re all tired.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 5, 2011

See TechSoup's Technology Planning page for numerous articles about servers, virtualization, hardware upgrades, and many other tech infrastructure issues. Could a cloud-based, packaged solution like Microsoft Office 365 or Zoho meet all of your needs? Which needs can't it meet? Nonprofit Technology and Total Cost of Ownership.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 5, 2011

See TechSoup's Technology Planning page for numerous articles about servers, virtualization, hardware upgrades, and many other tech infrastructure issues. Could a cloud-based, packaged solution like Microsoft Office 365 or Zoho meet all of your needs? Which needs can't it meet? Nonprofit Technology and Total Cost of Ownership.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Operations & Leadership Google Ads for Nonprofits: 12 Expert Tips for Managing Your Campaigns 24 min read Read Now Create Virtual Tours There’s a reason so many organizations host open houses, facility tours, or on-location events: People love seeing where the proverbial magic happens. Sound interesting?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 4, 2021

Let me know if any of these sound familiar. So how familiar do these ones sound? So these are all limiting beliefs, even though they may not sound like it. And I don’t know about you, but I’d be hard-pressed to carve out a whole hour, it sounds fabulous, just to put my feet up and read. How does that sound?

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Bloomerang

JULY 31, 2021

And we all provide virtual support. And I think that what is a challenge is that given that many people are working virtually is that you don’t work the traditional hours. I know that there are a couple people that mentioned moving to virtual programming. So you might be working longer.

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OneCause

JANUARY 31, 2024

If your supporters are spread across the country, tying in a virtual component, like an online auction or a livestream of the festivities, would be the most inclusive move. For example, if you’re hosting a talent show or concert, you’ll need a large stage as well as the right lighting and sound equipment for your performers.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 4, 2021

Let me know if any of these sound familiar. So how familiar do these ones sound? So these are all limiting beliefs, even though they may not sound like it. And I don’t know about you, but I’d be hard-pressed to carve out a whole hour, it sounds fabulous, just to put my feet up and read. How does that sound?

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Sound good? These features allow organizations to create event calendars, plan event logistics, and manage event timelines. It simplifies event registration, ticketing, and donor engagement for both virtual and in-person events. What Does Nonprofit Event Management Software Do?

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Neon CRM

APRIL 27, 2023

Virtual: This is an event held online instead of in person. These events became popular (and/or were the only real option) during the height of the pandemic; and while in-person events are now in full swing again, people’s familiarity with virtual events mean they’re still a viable arrow in your fundraising quiver.

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Bloomerang

MAY 7, 2021

Chad: Sounds great, Steven. So if you have to leave early, or maybe you get interrupted, or a kid that you’re homeschooling virtually comes into your home office, don’t worry. There’s sometimes we need to do that, you know, before the big event or virtual gala or, you know, campaign launch, whatever it is.

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