EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

It is great when we get wins and can celebrate them, and it’s tough when we take a loss and have to re-group and press onward. Ask advocates to send proclamation requests to their local leaders. Advocacy is a long-term calling. Find out what other groups they support to better target future online acquisition efforts.

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Advocacy Local Audience Poll 143

VQ Strategies

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Shortly thereafter, a local businesswoman with experience in marketing and branding offer to help since her business pipeline had shifted due to COVID. Meanwhile, the contact from the Charitable Foundation secured $250,000 in matching funds and provided event planning expertise. The results were notable.

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Skills Build Volunteer Broadcast 98

.orgSource

JANUARY 9, 2023

Celebrate Success. Feature new directors prominently throughout your social media platforms and send press releases to their local publications and news outlets. Mentors can contact new directors before the meeting to review the agenda, discuss norms for behavior, and answer questions that might be awkward in a more public setting.

Mentoring 221

Mentoring Director Associations Professional 221

Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Call to Action with Contact Information : Provide ways for guests to reach you for reservations, questions, or clarifications. Example: The Greater Giving Gala: Celebrating Greater Impact in Our Community Choosing the Right Date, Time and Location Finding the perfect date and time depends on who you’re targeting as an audience.

Captivate 52

Captivate Sponsor Headline Contact 52

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Partner with a local bakery to create a basket of fresh pastries, such as donuts, croissants, cookies, and muffins. Consider also including gift cards to local coffee shops to allow the winner to try new spots in your community. Local goods basket. Pastry basket. Gourmet chocolate basket. Personal chef prize. Tea time basket.

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Ideas Support Movie Turkey 74

Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Hosting an event is one of the greatest ways for nonprofits to celebrate their supporters while raising money for their cause. Junior Achievement USA is an organization with over 100 local Areas that empowers the next generation by providing lessons in financial literacy, work and career readiness, and entrepreneurship.

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Business Tips Registration Sponsor 52

TechImpact

APRIL 15, 2014

Make sure they are spending time sorting through boxes of donations, or cleaning up the local river, too. Transparency doesn’t have to be relegated to face-to-face contact, though. Celebrate successes. And should it be a success, it is perhaps even more important to have them there to celebrate. Sending emails.

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Leadership Nonprofit Celebrate Skills 244

Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

If you pay attention to the news, you may have recently heard about a major Internet hacking of celebrity phones and devices , in which hundreds of photos were leaked to the wider Internet. There was no intentional sharing by the celebrities — they were hacked. Celebgate Is About More Than Photos. How to Protect Your Data.

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Celebrate Phone Internet Mobile 59

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

A seasoned fundraiser in Jewish philanthropy taught me about donor plants years ago and, celebrating the best of fundraising’s oral tradition, a hallmark of our field, I am passing it on to you. They might include local business leaders, socialites, or other influential figures. Carefully comb your donor records.

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Donor Nonprofit Gift Sponsor 95

Care2

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

This milestone just seemed to be too big a deal not to stop and celebrate, because, well, reaching 15 million active members seems pretty amazing. (To Together with our nonprofit partners, our members are producing lasting change on the local, national and international level.". 201 / sueanne@care2team.com

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Celebrate Press California Advocacy 70

Qgiv

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Over time, the day has evolved into a weeklong observance that is acknowledged at the local, state, and national levels. National Domestic Violence Awareness Month centers around three themes that were established with the Day of Unity: mourning those who have died because of domestic violence, celebrating survivors, and connecting advocates.

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Awareness National Causes United States 52

Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Contact them and let them know you need to raise a specific dollar amount by the end of the year to fund a specific, urgent need. Also look for local social media bloggers and celebrities who might be happy to lend their name to your year-end giving campaign. Try contacting them with a fresh message.

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Campaign Giving Strategy Gift 130

Qgiv

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Take advantage of established volunteer recruitment platforms Offer opportunities with different time commitments Celebrate your volunteers like you celebrate your donors Build a network of other nonprofits for referrals Bonus: pro tips and final thoughts from Jocelyn and Jess 1. Are they a good match for the work you need done?

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Volunteer Program Effective Strategy 52

Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 4, 2023

Your local printer can perforate for you, too. Then go out and celebrate a job well done! Give yourself plenty of time to find the best deals — and to recover if the order is wrong or your package gets delayed. You’ll need to source: 5” x 14” legal paper with a perforation 3.5” from the bottom. Extra ink/toner.

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Money Tips Time Mail 98

Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2021

The pandemic has brought the importance of human contact into sharp relief, with millions of people mobilising worldwide to help those living in isolation. This Nonprofit Trailblazer delivers work across three key pillars of activity: local communities, equal opportunities, and caring for those in need. Bringing People Together.

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Relationship Netherlands Build Data 69

Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

What makes this type of event so unique is the ability to celebrate the holidays and raise money for your organization at the same time. Get the word out about your festival by placing ads in local newspapers and contacting local radio stations/TV stations/newspapers. Find Tree Sponsors.

Music 40

Music Raise Local Library 40

NonProfit Hub

JUNE 3, 2021

Chances are you’ve seen a parade of cars driving past someone’s house for a quick birthday celebration. If this isn’t feasible, contact a local drive-in movie theater and see if you can use their space. Drive-by parade . Perhaps you’ve even been a part of one.

Ideas 86

Ideas Fundraising Movie Classes 86

NonProfit Hub

MAY 22, 2020

Do you have current addresses for your contacts? You’ll also want to segment your data if you haven’t yet, and update the tags for each contact. Possible segments might include: volunteers, board members, major donors, other donors and corporate contacts. Is your data up to date and tagged correctly? Audit your Website.

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Campaign Calendar Mail Contact 88

NonProfit Hub

JULY 3, 2020

Local CEOs. If local businesses are making decisions that may impact your mission, target them in your advocacy efforts. For example, you might ask that a local chemical company stop polluting a river. . For example, you might ask that a local chemical company stop polluting a river. . County or City Managers.

Advocacy 90

Advocacy Strategy Fundraising Influence 90

NetWits

MAY 25, 2011

Tell them how to approach their business contacts. Contacting a vendor or customer is different from asking their neighbor for support. You probably already receive support from many local companies. Celebrate their accomplishments annually with a thank you party/dinner/reception/etc. Celebrate their milestones.

Support 270

Support Fundraising Sample Raise 270

Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

It’s supporting a campaign that’s raising money for summer camp scholarships for local students, and it includes 10 important best practices. On this screen, they’ll enter their personal and contact information. Can You Spot the 10 Best Practices In This Donation Form Example? This donation page example is for a (fictional) nonprofit.

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Examples Donation Work Images 98

Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

GivingTuesday: GivingTuesday is a global philanthropic movement celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving. By connecting the work you do directly to their local area, you foster a sense of ownership and relevance, encouraging them to be active participants in your organization’s mission.

Ideas 52

Ideas Online Fundraising Social Media 52

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 27, 2023

You can celebrate with a card to your volunteers, a volunteer party, snacks in the breakroom, or even a letter to the Editor of your local paper. If you know your volunteers well, give them a gift card to a local donut shop, ice cream store, or coffee shop. These are both great opportunities for thanking volunteers.

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Volunteer National Photo Fun 119

Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

On Tuesday, November 30, charities, families, businesses, community centers, and students worldwide will come together for one common purpose: to celebrate and encourage philanthropic giving. It’s also one of the best ways to celebrate giving and to share your organization’s story, mission, and values. Pitch your local press.

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Florida Press Colombia Miami 52

Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 8, 2011

. —– In a previous post, I discussed some of the highlights from recent reports about the impact of celebrities and data on Millennial donors. The conclusion was that building trust with your constituents is the closest you can come to a silver bullet for fundraising – not slick online tools or celebrity endorsements.

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Build Community Celebrate Leadership 228

The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 2, 2023

Utilize multiple channels to reach out to potential volunteers, including social media, local community events, and partnerships with other organizations. It’s essential to gather pertinent data, such as contact details, skills, interests, availability, hours contributed, and training completed.

Volunteer 52

Volunteer Roles Training Train 52

OneCause

MARCH 14, 2023

Here are a few marketing channels to consider: Traditional advertising: Many nonprofits still find success through traditional advertising methods, such as including a print ad in the local newspaper or a hanging a flyer in the window of a local coffee shop. Yes, celebrate, take your shoes off and soak in all you’ve accomplished.

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Marketing Guide Fundraising Nonprofit 52

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

And if you plan to ask the local university football coach or the community’s favorite meteorologist, it’s best to nail them down sooner rather than later due to their busy schedules. Obviously, a local celebrity can help draw people into your event, so choose carefully. Celebrate everything that went right.

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Guide Sponsor Volunteer Money 59

Neon CRM

AUGUST 18, 2023

Thank you so much for your passion for our local ecosystems—we appreciate your support more than you know! Thank you so much for your passion for our local ecosystems—we appreciate your support more than you know! Contact us for a demo. You can donate to this important project by clicking here.

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Guide Fundraising Mail Metrics 52

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 23, 2023

Consider showcasing a particular small business’s offerings by filling a basket with their products, such as a craft-themed basket highlighting an art supply store or a home improvement basket of items from a locally owned hardware store. A place for supporters to add their contact information so you can keep track of who won which items.

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Gift Create Tips Sponsor 52

Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

You can, however, join your local Giving Tuesday movement to localize your efforts. Build your campaign contact lists. Make sure you’re tailoring your messages to different groups of people by creating multiple contact lists, like a segment of new supporters and a segment of longtime supporters. Team up with local news.

Campaign 98

Campaign Ideas Giving Tips 98

Neon CRM

JUNE 22, 2023

Every contact from the moment someone expresses interest in your mission is an opportunity to build on your relationship. For example, if a nonprofit was running a corporate grant program with a local business, they’d want to be able to track volunteer hours specifically related to that grant.

Volunteer 52

Volunteer Practice Management Nonprofit 52

Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Someone once told me they were reluctant to contact monthly donors and remind them of their recurring gift. Consider putting together gift baskets or a Christmas stocking, if you know everyone on your board celebrates Christmas. You might be able to find a local bakery who will work with you to create something special.

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Donor Ideas Gift Social Media 130

Connection Cafe

MAY 8, 2017

Tell them how to approach their business contacts. Contacting a vendor or customer is different from asking their neighbor for support. You probably already receive support from many local companies. Celebrate their accomplishments annually with a thank you party/dinner/reception/etc. Celebrate their milestones.

Support 39

Support Fundraising Sample Tips 39

CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Participants could cook along with celebrity chefs and have brunch at home. There were a few outstanding elements of this fundraiser that set it apart from the crowd: A creative livestream that kept folks engaged: they had personal stories, cooking demonstrations, a local comedian as a host, and live raffles! How did they do so well?”

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Examples Websites North Carolina Virtual 83

Nonprofits Source

JULY 9, 2018

The first use of the text to bid system was during their “Sporting Affair” event, where local celebrities, professional athlete and wish kids and their families come together to talk about the hope, strength, and joy received from a wish come true.

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Mobile Goal Puerto Rico Fundraising 94

Connection Cafe

APRIL 19, 2012

Think about ways you can reward your social media contacts throughout all possible touch-points. Do you know local restaurants, cupcake shops, hardware stores or grocers that would be willing to provide gift certificates for a prize drawing? This gets your current social constituents to get their social contacts to participate!

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