Double the Donation

MARCH 9, 2023

You see a video of your niece taking her first steps, posts about a good friend recovering from a hard-fought battle against cancer, and pictures from a family friend’s wedding. Among those posts, you see a virtual event flyer for a local 5K that’s proceeds will go […]

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2023

Prompt: “Write a heartfelt, authentic letter to participants in my walk-a-thon benefitting breast cancer research. Please mention that the funds raised are going to help local recipients with covering missed wages while in treatment. Third prize are gourmet baskets donated by local eatery, Yum Yum.

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Tech Soup

JULY 18, 2017

TechSoup Global's new Local Impact Map is a trove of information on what nonprofits, NGOs, and libraries around the world are doing with their TechSoup-procured IT to further their missions. Childhood Cancer Support in Canada. Finally, I liked the story of Candlelighters' Childhood Cancer Support Program in Ottawa, Canada.

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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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Tech Soup

APRIL 30, 2012

TechSoup Global's new Local Impact Map is a trove of information on what lots of nonprofits, NGOs, and libraries around the world are doing with their TechSoup-procured-IT to further their missions. Childhood Cancer Support in Canada. Something as basic as a laptop is a lifeline to a child who is isolated on a cancer ward.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 26, 2020

million for the Prevent Cancer Foundation. Try reaching out to local gaming communities or gamers who have staged an event in the past or plan on staging one in the future. The first event, held in 2010, raised $10,000 for the humanitarian organization CARE. They’ve set a new donation record for every match since.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

At the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), we believe anyone can become a philanthropist by rallying friends, family, and local businesses to support the causes they care about. For example, LLS improves the lives of patients every day by working to eradicate blood cancers. Support Authentic Experiences.

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Candid

MARCH 6, 2023

Movements often involve a rallying cry, a widely recognized iconography, often a color (think pink for breast cancer), meaningful dates, repeated activities (from Freedom Rides to annual walks), and a shared goal for the common good. Yet, by definition, true movements are more than a catchy phrase to solicit donations or promote an event.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 29, 2020

A great example of this kind of strategic partnership is between the V Foundation for Cancer Research and Vs. Cancer. . The V Foundation empowers cancer research by funding at prominent cancer centers across the nation, whereas Vs. Cancer helps athletes to fund local pediatric oncology programs and childhood cancer research.

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CauseVox

MARCH 11, 2022

Local organizations are especially adept at solving community problems because they have the opportunity to get to know their supporters on a 1:1 basis. Canine Cancer Alliance: Wag Love 2021). Canine Cancer Alliance: Wag Love 2021 – sponsorships). Another key advantage of a small nonprofit is less bureaucratic red tape.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

For this fundraising event, you’ll need to team up with a local paint and sip store like Pinot’s Palette or Painting with a Twist that’s willing to paint it forward with a percentage of the night’s proceeds going to your cause. To make it even more fun, consider having a local celebrity (i.e. Trivia Night. come judge the contest.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 30, 2021

For example, if you’re raising money for breast cancer, you’re most likely going to have a large push for donations during Breast Cancer Awareness month in October. Does your cause not necessarily have national or local attention during a certain month or day?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 16, 2014

4: World Cancer Day — #WorldCancerDay. 5: Give Local America Day — #GiveLocal15. The trick is to build a sense of anticipation among your fans and followers and an essential first step is to select and add relevant cause awareness days to your nonprofit’s editorial calendar. 19: Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 1, 2017

4: World Cancer Day — #WorldCancerDay. 2: Give Local America Day — #GiveLocal17. 15: World Religion Day — #WorldReligionDay. 16: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service — #MLKDay. 2: World Wetlands Day — #WorldWetlandsDay. 13: World Radio Day — #WorldRadioDay.

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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. Earlier this year, ACS CAN launched a major campaign around increasing federal funding for cancer research. But, you’d be wrong. Build the Internal Partnership.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 5, 2022

For example, My Special Aflac Duck is a social robot that helps kids cope with cancer. With four patents pending, life-like movement and emotions, and a Bluetooth-enabled app, the duck uses interactive technology and play to help children on their cancer journey. It’s a good example of social innovation.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

The title “Help Us Cure Breast Cancer!” Farm-to-Table Job Training: Grow Local Leaders. Media coverage: The local media can bring in a new wave of support for your organization, so you might try reaching out to the press to cover your fundraiser. 4) Write a captivating fundraiser story. How to Keep Up the Momentum.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2020

For example, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network makes wise use of their sidebar by prominently featuring a call-to-follow on social networks and an e-newsletter opt-in. Below are three examples from three different nonprofits: 1) e-Newsletter opt-in on the Marshall Project blog. 2) Advocacy CTA on the Union of Concerned Scientists blog.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012

American Cancer Society :: @ AmericanCancer. And if you are an influencial blogger in your local community, state, or country, may I suggest you create a similar list of nonprofits to follow relevant to your corner of the world. Alliance for American Manufacturers :: @ KeepItMadeInUSA. American Civil Liberties Union :: @ ACLU.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Additionally, board members often have high-level connections in business, education, or even local and state government. They could help you coordinate a corporate volunteering day or connect you with a local club that is seeking a volunteering opportunity. Collaborate with local businesses. Connect with civic groups.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Walk the red carpet, witness awe-inspiring performances, enjoy a delectable Italian dinner paired with locally sourced wine, listen to dueling pianos, and contribute to transforming children’s lives through participation in our live and silent auction that benefits our scholarship fund.

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NetWits

JUNE 30, 2011

We work with local farmers to distribute excess produce to families in need. For example, if I’ve indicated an interest in cancer research, failing to customize my appeal communications around an urgent need for cancer research funding.” – Mike Snusz. “ I volunteer with a small nonprofit called Fields to Families.

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Classy

APRIL 20, 2021

During her tenure, she played a critical role charting NYPR’s path forward in the midst of an evolving media landscape, setting the course for the organization’s digital content and local news, talk, and cultural programming.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 27, 2021

Potential locality. For example, take the American Cancer Society. Ensure you have a clear idea of where you believe your target donor market lies by learning their demographics. Pin down who your communications target audience is and where they hang out. Decide on the likely age groupings. What their interests might generally be.

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NetWits

JULY 27, 2011

Addario Lung Cancer Foundation will share their strategies and practical tips for turning one local event into a national powerhouse that saw 50% fundraising growth. The’ll be focusing on two major components of their strategy … Housefile Growth.

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CauseVox

JUNE 28, 2021

Unlike many other nonprofits, Catalogue for Philanthropy used the day to raise dollars for over 200 local nonprofits in their area. The Autism Society of Minnesota hosted an interactive brunch livestream for their A Toast to AuSM event, holding virtual demonstrations from local chefs so that participants could follow along at home.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

Design a local route with varying distances to be both competitive and family-friendly. Ask your local donut maker to donate a portion of their proceeds on June 7 to your cause, or ask a favorite hot dog shack to give special coupons for a free or discounted frank to the folks that donate to you in a given time period. Bike-a-Thon.

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NetWits

JUNE 9, 2011

Further, donations to the American Cancer Society dropped by a shocking 11%. This stems from the idea that for-profits should be engaging and giving back to their local communities, the environment, and to social causes. Instead, so far in 2010, giving to the United Way Worldwide (the largest charity in the survey) decreased by 4.5%

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Care2

JULY 29, 2012

.” This is why endurance and competitive peer-to-peer fundraising events like the 39-mile Avon Walk for Breast Cancer has raised over $423 million dollars since 2003 to support breast cancer research and breast cancer screenings at the local level.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 13, 2020

In response to some who proposed that we should cancel the event, I can vividly remember our Race Chair, Dorothy Paterson, saying, “The effects of breast cancer will remain long after the homes have been repaired from the hurricane. Our mission to end cancer is equally important as the hurricane relief efforts.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 8, 2020

She has volunteered in the nonprofit sector for the last seven years, primarily in a fundraising capacity, with a passion for cancer organizations. Her current job has provided her the opportunity to grow her passion for the philanthropic sector by allowing her to lead the organization’s participation in their local Relay for Life event.

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Qgiv

MAY 21, 2021

That $500 package won’t catch the eye of your local bank, but a $5,000 package might. Once you have your sponsorship store built, keep it handy as you begin outreach to your local partners. If you do, be sure you calculate that ahead of time and have a plan for making sure you stay in compliance with local laws.

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NetWits

NOVEMBER 5, 2010

Cancer ecosystem. If you bring the ecosystem mindset in you’ll start thinking about things like: Working with local hotels to accommodate those traveling from out of town. Partnering with local restaurants to supply food for the event. Teaming up with a local nonprofit to map out a historic walk. Cancer ecosystem.

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Whole Whale

MAY 8, 2020

Ensure that any necessary in-person elements of your fundraising efforts comply with your local health regulations and allow for safe social distancing. Partner with a local jewelry store, franchise, or online retailer to allocate a portion of sales to support your cause in the lead up to Mother’s Day. 9 Mother’s Day Fundraising Ideas.

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Achieve

DECEMBER 19, 2016

Last month my mother called to tell me about a neighbor who had just been diagnosed with cancer. In fact, local town leaders had already decided to organize a fundraiser for our friend. I thought we were being asked to donate to the local cancer society,” she replied. Philanthropy News Digest. I prompted. “I

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 1, 2020

One thing our family did was adopt a senior dog from Muttville, a local animal rescue. My friend, John Haydon, who passed away from cancer last month, shared this one tip on how he remained optimistic in his book, Donor Care. “Eat a rainbow.’ His name is Tigger and he has been a joy to add to our family.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 23, 2017

Given these difficult times, we'd like to feature some local organizations that are doing great work, but not getting a lot of attention every day. The baskets carry the message that people in breast and gynecologic cancer treatment are not alone, and that their community cares about them. House of Ruth — Baltimore.

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