100 How Your Nonprofit Can Succeed with Cause Marketing
Wild Apricot
JULY 17, 2020
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Reactions from Cause Camp 2019
NonProfit Hub
APRIL 1, 2019
Cause Camp 2019 is a wrap! We interviewed each Cause Camp presenter and sent an anonymous survey to all attendees, whether they were physically present or joining us online. ” There are a number of things that differentiate Cause Camp from other nonprofit conferences. Among those we’re most proud of is that Cause Camp doesn’t feel like work. ” We try to do a lot of things right at Cause Camp. ” -Branden Harvey, Cause Camp Presenter.
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The Case for Cause Marketing
Connection Cafe
JULY 23, 2018
The below is an excerpt from a new eBook from Blackbaud, The Case for Cause Marketing. Who needs a seat at the table to build a successful cause marketing program? As with other programs that fall under the strategic CSR umbrella, one question we often hear from social good champions at companies in the early stages of cause marketing programs is, “Who should own it?” Who should be part of a company’s cause marketing task force?
A Recap of Cause Camp 2020 – Celebrate Your Smaller Donors
NonProfit Hub
OCTOBER 9, 2020
Cause Camp 2020 is officially in the books! Our team owes a big ‘thank you’ to our Cause Camp host, Julia Campbell , who gracefully led us through both days of programming. Here is a recap of Cause Camp 2020. . We also announced the Down Syndrome Network of Northern Nevada as the Cause the Change award winner for their UnchARTed Waters event. An attendee said, “Cause Camp has rejuvenated my spirit and hope! Cause Camp Featured
Introducing: Cause Camp 2019 Speaker Lineup
NonProfit Hub
FEBRUARY 1, 2019
Cause Camp is just a couple of months away, and we want to introduce you to the unprecedented thought leaders who will be educating and inspiring you along the way. Without further ado, your Cause Camp 2019 speakers and the topics they’ll be presenting in March! The post Introducing: Cause Camp 2019 Speaker Lineup appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Cause Camp Featured
Cause Camp 2020 Speaker Lineup
NonProfit Hub
OCTOBER 23, 2019
Cause Camp 2020 is going to feature next level content. Cause Camp 2020 Host. Through speaking, training, and consulting, she shows social purpose organizations how to use social media and storytelling to build communities, showcase impact, and advance their causes. The post Cause Camp 2020 Speaker Lineup appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Cause Camp FeaturedWe’re so proud to introduce our amazing speaker lineup!
Takeaways from Cause Camp 2018
NonProfit Hub
APRIL 2, 2018
Yet another Cause Camp is officially in the books. If you were unable to attend, or if you want to relive some of the magic, we’ve compiled our top takeaways from Cause Camp 2018. The overhead myth was once again a big topic at Cause Camp. You will never make everyone care about your cause,” Simon said. Cause Camp 2018 saw us having that difficult conversation about diversity in the workplace. Cause Camp Featured
For Sale for a Cause: Greenleaf
Judi Sohn
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
If you want background on what I’m doing this year, read this post first. No doubt, this was one of my favorite projects to date. The yarn and pattern worked together beautifully. The pattern is Greenleaf by Anna Victoria. The yarn is Twister Fiber Art Arial Evolution in the Mirage colorway. 100% merino. Last time I used this yarn, I had too much left over and missed the final color transition. This time, I did an extra repeat of the yellow section and ended up a bit too close for comfort.
Share Stories to Further Your Cause
NonProfit Hub
JUNE 7, 2019
However worthy your cause, sometimes it can be hard to measure your day-to-day progress. If you’re having trouble getting momentum behind your cause, try to share stories. First and foremost, storytelling is the easiest way to create personal appeal for your cause. Putting your face to the cause makes it much more personal, and gets more people invested in your impact. Show that your cause is directly making an impact on the lives of community members.
Genevieve Piturro Cause Camp 2020: The I in INSPIRATION
NonProfit Hub
OCTOBER 28, 2019
The post Genevieve Piturro Cause Camp 2020: The I in INSPIRATION appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Cause Camp FeaturedInspiration is one of the most humbling feelings we humans can experience. And it was everywhere with the inaugural class of the Find Your Pajamas Nonprofit Business Intensive & Pitch Contest. We assembled on Saturday, September 14th at the beautiful New York City, SOHO offices of our host, Scholastic, Inc.
#BrandsConf – Humanization of Causes
Amy Sample Ward
DECEMBER 2, 2010
2010 presentation 140conf brandsconf causesDate : December 2nd, 2010. Location : NY, NY, USA. Topic : The Changing Face of Nonprofits. Description : Nonprofits, just like businesses and other enterprises, have seen a dramatic impact from the increased use of social media. I’m not talking about more or less fundraising dollars, or new programs – I’m talking about the way social media uses, relies on even, a human face of organizations.
For sale for a cause: Peony
Judi Sohn
MARCH 27, 2018
Don’t forget to mention the cause that you’d like the money to go towards! For more detail on what I’m doing this year, read this post first. If you get into lace knitting, sooner or later you have to try a Herbert Niebling. They’re intricate and very different than other lace styles. This shawl is an adaptation of one his designs by Hayley Tsang Sather. All-in-all, 10 different charts to follow and took me about 3 weeks to complete.
For Sale For a Cause: Four Seasons
Judi Sohn
FEBRUARY 15, 2018
My 3rd shawl completed in 2018 is ready to go to a good home and support a great cause of your choice. I’d be honored to send it to you for a minimum of $75 which I’ll donate to the nonprofit organization of your choice and have my company match (progressive causes preferred). If you want to know what I’m doing, read this post. This one is ‘Four Seasons’ by Kitman Figueroa, another favorite lace designer.
For sale for a cause: Edelweiss
Judi Sohn
APRIL 13, 2018
Next up for a donation for a great cause is Edelweiss. For background on what I’m doing this year, read this post first. Update: Bid of $75 to Boston Area Gleaners in the comments. So if interested, please bid $100 or higher by 4/20! This shawl is a little bit smaller than the others, likely due to the smaller needle with lace weight yarn. Yet another translated-from-original-Russian shawl.
Your Cause Camp 2018 Lineup is Here
NonProfit Hub
DECEMBER 13, 2017
We’re beyond excited to share the speaker lineup for Cause Camp 2018 , held on March 26th and 27th in Lincoln, Nebraska. If you’re not familiar, Cause Camp is Nonprofit Hub’s annual conference that brings together thought leaders, nonprofit professionals and do-gooders from all over the world. To stay in the loop with all things Cause Camp, check out our newly launched Twitter page, or subscribe to the newsletter on Cause Camp’s homepage.
Leveraging Crowdfunding Technology for Cause Marketing
Connection Cafe
JUNE 5, 2018
The message was clear: to survive in business in the 21st century businesses must strive to connect cause, meaning and purpose. Cone Communications found that more than 9 in 10 millennials are willing to switch brands if the new one is associated with a cause. The problem is that this same set of consumers also perceive cause marketing efforts as inauthentic, and they are skeptical about corporate social good efforts.
For sale for a cause: Autumn Adagio
Judi Sohn
JANUARY 29, 2018
Would you like to buy this shawl in exchange for a donation to your favorite hopefully-progressive cause? If you want the background on what I’m doing, read this post first. Thank you to everyone who responded so positively to my returning to my blog to share my knitting projects and hopefully, raise some funds in 2018 for worthy charities. I still have Windflower ready to go to a good home and do some good. Just over a week later, I have another shawl finished and ready to go.
For sale for a cause: Elven Princess
Judi Sohn
APRIL 28, 2018
For background on what I’m doing this year, read this post first. This one will be one of the hardest to give up, but I will to support a great organization. If you’re interested, leave a bid in the comments and I’m starting this one at $125. The pattern, Elven Princess, is one of the latest by Alla Borisova. As you can tell, I love her work. I completed it in about 48 hours over 16 days of knitting. The yarn is amazing.
For sale for a cause: Sundance
Judi Sohn
APRIL 28, 2018
For more on what I’m doing this year, read this post first. After I finished Elven Princess on a Sunday afternoon, I didn’t have time to block it so I started on the next shawl right away. Sundance is a smaller shawl by Anna Victoria. Less adventurous stitches than other patterns, so I finished it in about 15 hours of knitting over 5 days and ended up with two shawls ready at the same time. The yarn is Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light, 100% merino.
For Sale for a Cause: Forest Nymph
Judi Sohn
FEBRUARY 26, 2018
For an update of what I’m doing this year, read this post. I’m pleased to say that because I teased this one out on Facebook first, it already has a bid of $400! If this bid survives, the funds will go to Everytown for Gun Safety. If you would like to place a higher bid, you have until March 5th to leave a comment. The pattern is ‘Forest Nymph,’ another beautiful design by Alla Borisova.
Why the Cause Needs to Match Your Cause Marketing Efforts
John Haydon
AUGUST 18, 2015
However, another way that companies can become more socially responsible is via cause marketing, which is […]. The post Why the Cause Needs to Match Your Cause Marketing Efforts appeared first on John Haydon. Cause MarketingOne of the questions that many businesses ask is how they approach corporate social responsibility.
Turning Pain into Gain for a Cause
Connection Cafe
MARCH 10, 2015
The runner or walker or biker becomes a means to the end of raising the profile and funding for that cause. The individual is their cause. When we ask people to sponsor a team for a walk or run , we want them to make a connection with a mission. Their sister had breast cancer, the child of a friend is in remission for leukemia. They are racing, as it were, for the cure. Crowd fundraising is equally powerful, but for a different reason.
2020 Cause Awareness & Giving Day Calendar for Nonprofits
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 19, 2019
Cause awareness and giving days can be very powerful themes upon which to launch online fundraising campaigns. The first step is to decide which days to build a campaign upon and then add them to your 2020 editorial calendar. In addition to the days listed below, see also public holidays by country , Days of the Year , and Wikipedia’s List of Commemorative Months. January. 19: World Religion Day — #WorldReligionDay. 20: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service — #MLKDay.
4 Reasons Why Cause Camp Isn’t Your Average Nonprofit Conference
NonProfit Hub
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
Cause Camp 2019 is just one month away! It’s about something deeper—it’s about you and your organization, and your Cause Camp experience informs every decision we make. We think these four things elevate Cause Camp above the rest of the nonprofit conferences out there. Cause Camp provides ample opportunity to network and form relationships with other nonprofit professionals and thought leaders. Cause Camp Featured
Birthday Cause Wrapped Up
Amy Sample Ward
JANUARY 4, 2009
THANK YOU to all of you who donated and supported my Birthday Cause ; it means SO much to me! I first talked about the Birthday Cause application on Facebook in December when I set it up for my birthday. In addition to the Thank You, I wanted to share some thoughts about the Birthday Cause application and my experience using it for my birthday fundraiser. Causes’ Birthday Cause application does just that when you set it up. Thanks, The Causes Team.
Leveraging Crowdfunding Technology for Cause Marketing
Connection Cafe
JUNE 5, 2018
The message was clear: to survive in business in the 21st century businesses must strive to connect cause, meaning and purpose. Cone Communications found that more than 9 in 10 millennials are willing to switch brands if the new one is associated with a cause. The problem is that this same set of consumers also perceive cause marketing efforts as inauthentic, and they are skeptical about corporate social good efforts.
My Birthday Cause: Free Geek!
Amy Sample Ward
DECEMBER 16, 2008
I have a birthday coming up and over the weekend I received an email from Causes, the social change application in Facebook. Instead of just writing on your wall, or giving you something you don’t need, what if they had a chance to help a cause you believe in? Whether you want to raise money for clean water in Ethiopia, vaccinations for children in Haiti, or a safe home for a puppy in Mississipi, with a Birthday Cause your friends can give in honor of your special day.
Why Cause Camp is Right for You (And Everyone Else)
NonProfit Hub
MARCH 1, 2018
Cause Camp is different from your run-of-the-mill conference, but you already know that. What you might not know is what makes it so different, and why Cause Camp is a conference for everyone , whether you work for a nonprofit or not. We don’t want to run you dry with Cause Camp’s registration fee. A lot of conferences around the country hone in on specific topics, like fundraising, or technology, or marketing—but not Cause Camp. Cause Camp Featured
Social Media’s Impact on Cause Marketing with Chris Noble
NetWits
JULY 20, 2011
Back in March of this year at SXSW I got the chance to spend a few minutes with Chris Noble the “Voltaire&# [ according to him ] of cause marketing. How have you seen social meidia used in the cause marketing world? Cause Marketing Causemedia Group Chris Noble Social Media for Nonprofits Social Media Strategy sxswIf you don’t know Chris make sure to say Hi to him on Twitter.
EveryAction Acquires DonorTrends
EveryAction
JUNE 6, 2019
Fundraisers fuel our clients’ important causes. They have helped organizations like Common Cause, Plan International USA, and The Children’s Defense Fund raise more money with greater efficiency, including through leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning. EveryAction is fueled by passionate people who truly care about doing more good, with a love of important causes and innovative technology.
What if everyone had one cause they dedicated themselves to?
VolunteerMark
SEPTEMBER 26, 2014
Now that we''ve spent the last few weeks chatting about ways to recruit long-term volunteers, let''s talk about the ''why''. Why is this important? Why should we prioritize long-term over short-term volunteers (in most cases)? How can this show volunteers how they can change the world? Read more to find out
Social Media, Causes, Politics & Millennials: How Online Cause Engagement Changes in an Election Year
Connection Cafe
JULY 13, 2016
The 2016 Millennial Impact Report investigates how millennials’ cause engagement behaviors may change during an election year, and how these changes may be influenced by important demographics such as their political party affiliation and/or their political ideologies, geographical location, age and race/ethnicity or by the emerging candidates for election.
The 2019 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar
EveryAction
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
Cause Camp 2019. Cause Camp 2019. Cause Camp isn’t just another nonprofit conference to get you out of the office for a couple days. The Cause Camp equation is simple and foolproof. It’s designed to spark inspiration and education from some of the biggest names in the nonprofit and for-profit sectors, causing organizations to truly change the sector and evolve the way they organization run. It's finally here!
2019 Cause Awareness & Giving Day Calendar for Nonprofits
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Cause awareness and giving days can be very powerful themes upon which to launch online fundraising campaigns. The real-time, in-the-moment nature of cause awareness and giving days can inspire donors to give provided that your nonprofit knows how to promote the days effectively. The first step is to decide which days to build a campaign upon and add them to your 2019 editorial calendar.
How to Promote a Cause on Facebook
SocialFish
APRIL 9, 2017
Pushing a more socialized agenda by allowing for greater user participation is doing wonders for cause promotion, in particular. How To Promote Your Cause By Establishing A Brand. Provide compelling stories of real life situations effected by the cause, and give insight into the people who will benefit. Update often, and with plenty of detail to show the impact or the need for the cause. Inattentiveness is the death of any cause, and so you have to keep users engaged.
How to Make People Believe in Your Cause
NonProfit Hub
FEBRUARY 8, 2019
Nonprofit professionals may not be asking for million-dollar investments from the likes of Mark Cuban, but they’re still on a mission to convince the community that their cause is worth something. If you can find that unoccupied niche for your cause, that’s great! But if you’re serious about your cause, you’ll find a way, and these tips will help you get there. The post How to Make People Believe in Your Cause appeared first on Nonprofit Hub.
2014 Cause Awareness Days
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 17, 2013
Launching online fundraising campaigns around cause awareness days is good strategy. Social network communities are highly responsive to giving and promoting your nonprofit’s cause on cause awareness days and provided your nonprofit prepares at least one month in advance, cause awareness days provide ample opportunity to create visual and text-based content that inspires engagement and interaction on your social networks.
How Ideology Affects Which Causes Donors Support
Nonprofit Tech for Good
OCTOBER 8, 2017
According to the 2017 Global Trends in Giving Report , a donor’s ideology has more impact upon which causes and types of nonprofits they support than gender or age. Donors with a conservative ideology are more traditional in their giving while donors with a liberal ideology are more diverse in the types of causes they support. Giving to children and youth, however, is a cause that unites all donors regardless of ideology.
Why You Should Start Creating a Mid-Level Donor Program ASAP
EveryAction
SEPTEMBER 21, 2018
Consider naming the group after a well-known advocate for your cause. By focusing a little extra energy on your mid-level donors, you can raise more money and create a quality pipeline for your major gifts officers. Successful mid-level donor programs are all about providing donors with a personal touch while maintaining the analytic discipline that allows you to scale your programming. When you’re managing an understaffed development team, you’re always rearranging your to-do list.
Cause Awareness & Giving Day Campaigns for Nonprofits
Nonprofit Tech for Good
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
The rise of social media has also given rise to online giving on cause awareness and giving days. The urgency of a campaign occurring on a certain day inspires individuals to donate, but only if your nonprofit prepares in advance and creates an online campaign that taps into the impulsivity of cause awareness and giving day donors. The Trend of Cause Awareness and Giving Days. The rise of social media has inspired in-the-moment fundraising on cause awareness and giving days.
20 Online Fundraising Ideas Perfect for Any Cause (Social Distancing Approved!)
Wild Apricot
APRIL 21, 2020
Looking for ways to fundraise while adhering to social distancing regulations? Here are 20 online fundraising ideas and great examples to learn from
Passing the Word: Getting Supporters to Share your Cause
Byte Technology
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
However, it’s important to first be honest: in today’s go-go world, it’s difficult for even the most cause-dedicated people to find the time to fully immerse themselves in a charity they’re passionate about. The post Passing the Word: Getting Supporters to Share your Cause appeared first on Byte Technology’s Non-Profit Web Design Insights Blog.
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