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9 Ways to Use Text Messaging for Your Virtual Fundraising Event

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Invite guests to your virtual event by sending fun, friendly text messages that spark interest and make it easy for them to register. Ask previous fundraising campaign volunteers if they can lend their creative talents and help out with the technology powering your event. 1) Promote your virtual fundraising event.

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New on SSIR: Are we addicted to Slacktivism?

Amy Sample Ward

According to ABC news : According to the trend-tracking website Know Your Meme , the cartoon fad started with Facebook users in Greece and Cyprus in mid-November. According to Mashable , The origins of this campaign remain a mystery, as it doesn’t seem to be affiliated with any official organization. What do you think?

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Slacktivism: Can Cartoons Raise Awareness or Just Make Us Feel Good?

NetWits

Whether it started on accident, was part of a specific campaign, or originated in Greece , this meme seemed to really have legs! While there is a Facebook page setup to promote the campaign , it doesn’t appear to have organized from a particular nonprofit or cause. This is for a campaign against violence on children.&#

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40+ Unforgettable Live Auction Items that Sell Well

Bloomerang

Choose intriguing warm-weather locations like Belize, Jamaica, Australia, or Greece. Save time with dynamic campaign and event dashboards that feature pre-built and custom reports. Auction basket and package ideas Auction baskets or packages are intriguing because they allow bidders to win more than one prize at once.

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Diversify Your Year-End Campaigns: How To Be Mindful And Inclusive Of Cultural Traditions

Bloomerang

Campaign Idea: Consider how you can run an eight day campaign during Hanukkah as a nod to these traditions. One suggestion is to run an in-kind campaign where on each day for eight days you can request a different item from your supporters. Even a little can go a long way when recognizing another’s cultural importance. .

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