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Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America spread #GoSilent across the web for Memorial Day

Amy Sample Ward

Just before noon, I decided to go online and see what those in my networks were sharing from their own celebrations or reflections, and immediately found the #GoSilent campaign from Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA). It pulled me in, and then everywhere I looked online I saw it was pulling in others!

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Text Fundraising: The Ultimate Guide

Qgiv

When researching text fundraising , you may see it referred to by many different names, including text to donate, text to give, SMS fundraising, text giving, mobile giving, or text to pledge. How to Use Text Fundraising Text donations can be used side-by-side with peer-to-peer events, pledge drives, other events, or on its own.

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I'll Comment for Food Donations, Ten Cents for Woman's Shelter, and Other Interesting Social Media Charity Trends

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Tyson Foods has perfected a social media strategy that leverages blog comments for food donations as noted on the Fast Company blog , (part of its innovative giving series which included a profile of me !) Several of her regular readers including Deb Roby have pledged to match her donations to The Bay Area food bank.

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112 Tips to Raise More Money by Mail

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Share measurable results of what you have achieved with other donors’ gifts. see the reader’s profile above) (~Jeff Brooks). Celebrate the beginning of this partnership! A reply/pledge card. Neuromarketing studies say that flattery WILL make your donor love you more. Penelope Burk). They are boring and too generic. .:

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End-of-Year Giving: 21 Best Practices for a Great Campaign

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Holiday celebrations and time spent with family and friends help us reconnect to the things that matter most and prepare to start fresh for the new year ahead. Measurable: Choose metrics that will help you know whether you’ve met your goal or not. The final months of the calendar year bring out the best in all of us.

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Guest Post: Hashtags Are Like #Snowflakes

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Many fit one of the following profiles, but you should always make sure you understand the community using each tag before you jump into the fray. Then, make a few sample pledges and send them out as examples for people to join. Is a celebrity advocate ready to support you online? Each #hashtag is different.

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A Playbook To Kickstart Your Nonprofit’s #GivingTuesday Campaign

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Nonprofits across the country have pledged to participate in #GivingTuesday on Dec. Set Clear and Measurable Goals. The Giving Day Playbook offers some specific examples and templates for setting measureable goals for your participation. Certainly, you should celebrate and feel proud of what you’ve accomplished.

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