Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 19, 2023

Why It’s Important to Accept Online Donations Collecting online donations can be a powerful and budget-friendly way to raise funds for your cause or organization. Plus, you often get real-time info on how your fundraising’s doing, which can excite your donors to jump in and help you reach your fundraising goals.

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 3, 2017

As we near Cause Camp 2017 , we thought it necessary to take a look back at all the awesome content that was bestowed upon us – in tweet form – at last year’s conference. Cause Camp is a two-day nonprofit conference, taking place in Lincoln, Nebraska on March 27 & 28, 2017. Top nonprofit tips from Cause Camp 2016. _.

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Qgiv

MAY 10, 2022

They arrive at your website or your info booth at an event with the intention to learn more. In this stage, the donor has decided your nonprofit is a worthy cause and they’re ready to contribute to the work that you do. The prospect stage. First, they start as prospective donors. The stewardship stage.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 23, 2015

Andrew Stanley, Founder and CEO of VolunteerMark, spoke at Cause Camp this year sharing his knowledge about finding those diamonds in the rough. Let’s start in the most simple of places looking for volunteers—people who already donate to your cause. That’s sure to cause them to run away and never come back. Recruitment.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

Your cause needs you, your family and friends need you, and this world needs you. Dictionary.com defines “burnout” as physical or mental collapse caused by overwork or stress. If so, it’s REALLY important for you AND for your CAUSE that you work to create more balance. Without YOU, your cause will fade away. Researching.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

You’ll want to demonstrate two types of impact: Mission impact: How people, animals, nature, or a cause were meaningfully helped. Practical info: Let them know the name and contact information of the donor so, if they wish, they can send a thank you note. [ PRO TIP: Never mention the amount of the gift in the notice to the honoree.

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Media Cause

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Remind them that the organization’s impact is not possible without them and share essential info without asking. Whether you’re a food bank affected by the rising cost of goods or just finding that the recession is causing your nonprofit to take a hit, don’t be afraid to mention it. And don’t forget to cultivate your donors.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

By using cause-specific language that clearly conveys the urgency of needs on the ground, you can compel donors to take immediate action through their communications across channels. Personalize the email with the donor’s name, donation amount, and cause supported. This creates a more meaningful ask.

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Candid

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Basically, this step ensures your cause remains your donors’ and constituents’ primary focus. . For more info on choosing a fiscal sponsor check out Candid’s blog: All you need to know about fiscal sponsorship. . Your organization should be a good cultural fit with your fiscal sponsor. Understand the fine print.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 3, 2024

With advanced tech like AI, machine learning, and blockchain, you need strong security to protect sensitive info. About the Sponsor Keela is a complete donor management and fundraising platform designed to help organizations streamline their operations, engage with their donors, and raise more funds for their causes.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

You can sign a petition, forward info from the site, or more if you are so compelled.”. Print business cards that say “Your business was just patronized by someone who supports (insert cause here). Invite people to your home for an “info session” to learn more about the organization or one of its campaigns.

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EveryAction

OCTOBER 18, 2016

Here’s a quick GOTV FAQ to help you get up to speed - and if you need more info (or you're an old hand who already knows all about GOTV), check out this GOTV myth-busting video from The Campaign Workshop. OK, so what does GOTV stand for? GOTV stands for Get Out The Vote, which is the final phase of a field campaign.

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Bloomerang

JULY 12, 2022

At a minimum, it states they will attend meetings, volunteer at events and programs, make a financial gift, support the fundraising efforts of the organization, take part in strategic planning sessions , and be an ambassador of the cause around town. Simply send an email to tomiselin@gmail.com and include your contact info.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

Take advantage of National Donut Day (6/7) or National Hot Dog Month (July) and host a summer treat-eating competition or bake sale for your cause. Climb for a Cause. Stretch for a Cause. Ask for donations in exchange for attendance and have a yoga teacher lead a class for a cause. Great Outdoors Month (June, US).

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 11, 2022

Then, have a process to gather their logo and other info you need from them, and circle back to them after the event to thank them again and let them know how much was raised. Gather a list of prospects with contact info from last year’s event. This relationship is critical in getting a “Yes.”. Acknowledgement plan for sponsors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 20, 2013

Nonprofits also learn the importance of integrating all their communications channels to maximize awareness of their cause and online donations, as well as gain a realistic understanding of the financial investment required to be successful on the Social Web. Outstanding source of info! Thanks for another awesome webinar!!

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 24, 2023

It’s hard to connect with an institution, so a message from “info@XYZ.org” is not very compelling. Share a video explaining more about your cause. If you want to build authentic relationships with your supporters, your organization must get personal, too. Make sure your email comes from an individual.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 19, 2007

She contacted me via Facebook after she my post on shopping for cause and my query for tips for how nonprofits can make the best of cause-related shopping sites. Promote the shopping for cause opportunity year-round.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

Look at cause and awareness days that you can leverage to get more exposure and drive more donations. When a potential donor clicks on the Fundraising Highlight (see below), they are directed to an Instagram Story showing them how to use the Instagram Donation Sticker to give money right then and there. View Story.

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Cloud 4 Good

MARCH 2, 2022

Organizations must ensure that their direct marketing campaigns are running effectively and efficiently and target the types of people deemed most likely to support each respective cause. Age, income range, and a multitude of other factors both demographic and geographic factors into these segmented lists.

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Bloomerang

MAY 7, 2021

We are here to talk about where to find potential donors to support your cause. I like to give you those tools to let you work more efficiently because I have this belief that raising funds for causes you care about shouldn’t mean working 60 hours per week forever. They’re deeply invested in these causes.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

Not only is asking for donations uncomfortable at times, but with SO many great causes out there to donate to, WHY would someone choose your cause? You’re not asking for money, you’re: Championing a cause you, and others, believe in. Donors give to causes that matter to them. More about that in a minute.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 5, 2019

Nonprofit workers are our communities’ backbone—failing to invest in them is failing to invest in the causes we care about. Part of how we do this is with our Starting a Nonprofit class , offered each quarter, for folks who think (or know) that a nonprofit is the best way to help a cause they care about. Well, from grants of course!”

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 19, 2023

Some popular interactive content that you can make for members include: Quizzes and polls: From fun quizzes to feedback polls, you can learn your members’ preferences and use that info for further personalizing your interactions. Videos: Share a look into your nonprofit, post educational tips, or spotlight members in videos.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Catch these info-packed fundraising articles now if you missed them, or re-read them to see if there’s more you can glean. Having some understanding of why people give helps you figure out how to ask them to contribute to your cause and that will ultimately help you raise more money. What Should You Say to Get People to Donate?

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

8% – no info on how monies were used. Donor feels like they’re part of an important cause. Donor receives info showing who is being helped. We focus so heavily on new donor acquisition that we forget to communicate effectively with those who have already shown interest in our mission. 9% – no memory of supporting.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 24, 2022

At its heart, fundraising is helping others connect an existing passion directly to your cause. Once donors believe that your cause truly matters, giving almost becomes an afterthought. Are there other causes they are a part of? In addition, we have the ability to survey our donors and examine how they talk about our cause.

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EveryAction

JUNE 22, 2016

I think the info you find will surprise you when it comes to that. BS: It shouldn’t, though I’ve seen weird spam rules where tables did cause an issue. They’re likely damaging your program and all it takes is one address to cause all sorts of issues. "Y Do some queries and present the information. It was temporary and weird.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In addition to the info-packed sessions and workshops, these conferences provide invaluable opportunities to connect with other fundraisers, share ideas, and encourage each other. CauseCamp Cause Camp is an outstanding event for anyone who appreciates turning best practices and industry know-how into action items you can use right away.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

By hosting a volunteer program, your organization can enable students, city officials, business owners, and other community members to get involved with a cause that aligns with their values and helps people in need, strengthening community ties in your area. Host info sessions for potential volunteers.

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Deborah Elizabeth Finn

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

In it, he explains the importance of data inventories, and offers to send the Root Cause template to anyone who requests it. I highly recommend that you send an email to info@rootcause.org, and ask for a copy. Steve Pratt ‘s blog article “ Drowning in Data ?” ” has been a huge inspiration.

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NetWits

NOVEMBER 5, 2010

The session will feature: Matthew Mahan , vice president of impact at Causes. Matt must be thinking about how Causes has raised over $27 M for nonprofits around the world. More info on the #bbsocial Tweetup here. Incredible!). Noah Everett , founder of TwitPic. This has got to be the best of all our pictures.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 2, 2019

Nonprofit Hub hosts Cause Camp , a national nonprofit conference, every spring. Other times it’s just fun stuff: parties, cocktail hours, yoga (yeah, we actually do this at Cause Camp). After all, tickets to these events are hundreds, sometimes thousands of dollars—you need to make sure it’s money well spent. Take notes.

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NetWits

JULY 12, 2011

Staff said that Facebook helped build enthusiasm for events when people reposted the info and shared it with friends. Interestingly, over 70% of nonprofit staff respondents saw the most success attracting new event attendees. I was surprised to see these results because getting people to attend offline events is not a low barrier.

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Media Cause

JULY 11, 2023

Imagine having the power to communicate your cause, connect with donors, and mobilize your community, all while saving time and resources. For example, a drip campaign can educate new subscribers about your cause, gradually engage them with stories of impact, and eventually encourage them to become more involved. Mission Statement.

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 30, 2010

As Mashable reports, “Jumo was designed to let users find, follow and support the causes important to them, and with 3,500 organizations on board at launch, would-be philanthropists should be able to find and follow something of interest upon joining. As you may have heard , Jumo is now open in beta. What is Jumo? Building a Network.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 25, 2010

To make your donors read your newsletter from start to finish, it must include info that donors find interesting. What are the common myths about your cause? Share a couple of shocking statistics about your cause or the work your organization is doing. Let’s face it: most nonprofit newsletters are boring. Testimonials.

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