Tech Soup

AUGUST 18, 2014

Last year we shared how the American Childhood Cancer Organization (ACCO) used Teespring to exceed their fundraising goals with a few clicks of a button. Last year our ‘Go gold with kids for cancer’ campaign was a really successful campaign because it had such a clear statement that reflected with people.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 28, 2013

Here’s a summary of tips, tools, examples, and resources for getting the most of our your nonprofit event with social media. (Here’s a curated link list used to create this post). You also need to post inviting content on your social channels that builds excitement, anticipation, and engagement about the event.

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NetWits

DECEMBER 1, 2010

For the past 30 days I have been participating in Movember : a worldwide team fundraising campaign to fight men’s cancer. The mustache becomes the ribbon for men’s health, the means by which awareness and funds are raised for cancers that affect men. c: Do you have any online fundraising tips you’d like to share?

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 5, 2014

We recently shared how the American Childhood Cancer Organization (ACCO) used Teespring to raise over $43,000 through Teespring campaigns. " Here are ACCO's tips for using Shopify. We produce and distribute informational materials for free for families with children with cancer, so a lot of what we do is give things away.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 18, 2014

One organization that’s really tapping in to the potential of #GivingTuesday to advance their mission is the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) who saw a 78% increase in donations during the week of #GivingTuesday this year, and an 85% increase in the number of donations they received! Focus on the Follow-Up. Share in the comments below.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 10, 2021

We put together some peer-to-peer fundraising software tips that can make it easier for your supporters to raise funds on your behalf, host more profitable fundraising events, and other tips to boost your peer-to-peer efforts. Part of a personal fundraising page for the Cannonball Kids’ Cancer Foundation ‘s Gold Gala 2021.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Susan is a grandmother, a cancer survivor and the major ingredient that differentiates organizations that truly make change from those that just make a lot of digital noise. How to Use Online Channels to Build Offline Support. Let’s get started with some general tips. I don’t actually want cancer research funding to be cut.

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Classy

JUNE 21, 2021

Livestrong has applied this approach to their Solution Grants Program, which focuses on funding solutions that solve everyday cancer problems. This year’s programmatic focuses are underserved Black Americans, children, and breast cancer survivors, so each crowdfunding campaign targets a particular cause that aligns with these audiences. .

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CauseVox

AUGUST 10, 2021

Let’s break down the elements of a great fundraising event invitation and show it in practice with some top examples: Use A Multi Channel Approach. The most effective way to increase the number of touches you have is to share your invitation in a wide variety of channels , both online and offline.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 13, 2020

With the evolving situation surrounding COVID-19, let’s discuss tips for maintaining momentum for your upcoming events. Our mission to end cancer is equally important as the hurricane relief efforts. Be unashamed of the “fundraising” components of your event. Consider adding a 100% virtual event to your fundraising portfolio.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 14, 2012

TechSoup’s Digital Storytelling Challenge tweet chat gathered nonprofit video experts and other experienced storytellers to share what works, what channels are best and more when it comes to sharing videos over social media. Here are some tips and resources on where to get started. Got social media tips or advice?

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

After enduring social distancing during the past year, social media is now a primary channel for connecting with friends, family members, and nonprofits alike! Share discussion prompts, fundraising tips, and updates on the campaign’s overall progress to drive them toward their goals! For example, you can: Create Facebook groups.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2023

Using CauseVox’s platform, Endure To Cure exemplifies the power of peer-to-peer fundraising by mobilizing almost 1000 individuals to donate to the Pediatric Cancer Foundation. With CauseVox’s free platform fee and donation tipping feature, fundraisers can maximize the impact of their campaigns by keeping 100% of the funds raised.

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Care2

MARCH 20, 2013

While CNN is in the business of researching and reporting on the news and Komen is in the business of raising money for breast cancer research, neither of them understands the human side of operating in a multichannel world where people are engaging with you 24/7. Three Tips to Operate Across Mulitchannels.

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Top Nonprofits

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Rather than moving Facebook supporters to a different channel, the goal is to grow relationships with them from within the platform itself. Then, we’ll wrap up with three tips to help your organization make the most of the trends. Facebook Messenger as an Acquisition Channel. Facebook Messenger as an Acquisition Tool.

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Twenti - Digital Marketing For Nonprofits

JUNE 1, 2020

Check out the infographic below, to see how Cancer Research UK uses infographic to share important but potentially troubling information. Need more Social media marketing tips? 5 Tips To Drive Traffic to Your Donation Page. Here are tips on how to make sure they do. Shareable (potential to go viral). Yes Please!

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Tech Soup

MAY 26, 2011

The discussion featured guest speakers Jen Burton , community director at Causes ; Tom Dawkins , co-founder of StartSomeGood ; and Miles Orkin , national director for mobile and web at the American Cancer Society. Fundraising channels needs to be integrated. Strategy is key as it cuts across new and traditional media channels.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 31, 2022

Pro Tip: Use direct quotes and testimonials as much as possible when showcasing the main character, as this will help bridge a gap between them and your audience and showcase their personality. BONUS Pro Tip: Allow your audience to remain a part of your character’s journey. Examples of effective nonprofit storytelling in action.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 14, 2012

TechSoup’s Digital Storytelling Challenge tweet chat gathered nonprofit video experts and other experienced storytellers to share what works, what channels are best and more when it comes to sharing videos over social media. Here are some tips and resources on where to get started. Got social media tips or advice?

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Judi Sohn

JULY 21, 2013

Over 3 years ago, I wrote a blog post about my quest to find decent project management software for Fight Colorectal Cancer. They respond to tickets quickly and are frequently keeping their blog updated with tips & tricks. That post was quite popular for a while and still gets a fair number of page views.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

On how to be involved, I’ll just shamelessly quote from my colleague, Ginny Mies’ write-up on it: Sharing a safety tip directly on Microsoft's Safer Online. Tweeting your tips along with the #Do1Thing hashtag. The Microsoft @Safer Online channel is hosting an all-day tweet chat for sharing online safety tips.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 25, 2011

The book offers lots of tips, advice, and frameworks to help nonprofit professionals transform their organizations in order to survive and thrive. Their book provides recipes for nonprofit organizations to capitalize on internal innovation and predict future trends to remake and reshape their culture, structure, and staff.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

After enduring social distancing during the past year, social media is now a primary channel for connecting with friends, family members, and nonprofits alike! Share discussion prompts, fundraising tips, and updates on the campaign’s overall progress to drive them toward their goals! For example, you can: Create Facebook groups.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 19, 2015

And there is Jack Andraka , a high school student who got obsessed with finding a cure for cancer and created a test that can detect pancreatic cancer. Tips for Engaging Gen Z On Social and Mobile Channels. Gen Z Uses Digital Tools for Social Good, Not Social Currency.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 14, 2010

Note from Beth: I’m planning a year-end campaign for one of my favorite charities and wanted some good tips on incorporating video. Your website is becoming a channel and the web is already a hybrid mix of media where video plays a dominant role. American Cancer Society saw a 10:1 return on investment from this effort.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

Inspire your supporters to channel their inner Joey Chestnut and stuff their face for good. Email your recent donors (last year or so) and ask them to add a tip jar to benefit your cause on to their Fourth of July picnic table. Eat for Good. Your supporters are hauling out the grill anyway, have them do it for your cause.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 11, 2013

Post by Michael Beahm, Channel Marketing Manager at Blackbaud. Camp Kesem empowers college students across the United States to create a free, life-changing one-week summer camp experience for children affected by a parent’s cancer. Here are a 5 fundraising tips inspired from Camp Kesem’s #GivingTuesday success: 1.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 21, 2007

Susan Reynolds , an artist and social media maven, was diagnosed with Breast cancer. As she announced on her blog, " I use Twitter to fight Cancer. We just added www.twitter.com/PEAple yesterday to offer the PEAvatar folks their own Twitter "channel" to come together and share information, ideas & support."

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See3

DECEMBER 2, 2009

At the 2009 Convio Summit, Michael Hoffman was joined by Ramya Raghavan of the YouTube Nonprofit Program and David Neff of American Cancer Society for a session about online video. For more of our videos, check out the See3 YouTube channel. We created a YouTube playlist of the session, which you can watch and share below.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 14, 2020

It’s no surprise that nearly every nonprofit is working to move physical events online and searching for ways to diversify more traditional fundraising channels. I hope that these tips help you get started on the right foot for a fun virtual challenge that will engage your supporters.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 12, 2017

Within a multi-channel approach, Facebook Live can become a powerful way to raise more money online. For example, Stand Up To Cancer broadcasted news about a high school raised money during a “Sports Day For Charity” Don’t ask people to “Donate”. Facebook Live Tip #6: Make an outline for your broadcast.

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

While setting up an awareness concert to raise money for cancer, the Garage grouped high school students from different locations. Keep open channels of communication. While these tips may not be ideal for every organization, they have helped me in my time within the industry. Keep an open door policy with your volunteers.

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Classy

JULY 19, 2021

To help your nonprofit create and deliver compelling videos, we’ve broken down the main findings from the Wistia 2021 State of Video Report and Tectonic How the Pandemic Changed Nonprofit Video Forever report into quick tips and tangible takeaways. 3 Nonprofit Video Marketing Trends to Note. Take a look.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 27, 2021

In addition to offering easy-to-use fundraising tools, we’ve also come up with these tips for supercharging your fundraising efforts: Use your data. Ready to increase your fundraising potential by following these tips? 20+ Tips to Get More Donations. Improve your existing donation form. Update your website. Get creative!

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 16, 2015

And there is Jack Andraka , a high school student who got obsessed with finding a cure for cancer and created a test that can detect pancreatic cancer. Tips for Engaging Gen Z on Social and Mobile Channels. Gen Z Uses Digital Tools for Social Good, Not Social Currency.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 24, 2009

That said, actual repeat giving from donors via a social network is likely understated because many of these donors have been introduced to this channel of giving less than 12 months ago. We find n early 50% of donors give more than once in a year on a nonprofit 's website, while only about 15% do through social networks.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 29, 2015

Last week I kicked off the Blackbaud Power Hour series with a webinar on tips to get donors into the pipeline. Evaluate your content across channels (website, email, social, blog, videos, etc) and put things out there that will engage your captive audience in the mission. #1 For me it all comes down to a renewed focus online.

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