Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 17, 2020

By Jean O’Brien , founder of Digital Charity Lab , a social enterprise that builds digital skills in non-profits and shares free learning resources. Facebook Ads are the channel that Digital Charity Lab gets asked for the most help with, by quite a distance. 8) How to run an effective test. 3) Understand Facebook Ad objectives.

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Volunteer Hub

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

If you’re wondering if social media can be an effective tool to recruit volunteers, the answer is yes. When used effectively, social media can provide an incredible opportunity to connect with supporters on the web. Start by Creating Compelling Content Content that is compelling to you, may not be compelling to your volunteers.

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Nonprofits Source

MAY 6, 2024

With approximately 344 billion emails sent per day, it’s no wonder why so many recruiters use this channel to source, engage, and secure job applicants. Fortunately, automated tools make curating personalized email content for candidates effortless. Implement inclusive language and content.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 10, 2023

Job Description of the Media Relations Team: The Media Relations team is composed of individuals who possess a unique set of skills and expertise. Their primary responsibility is to promote the event through various media channels and engage with potential attendees, sponsors, and the public.

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Whole Whale

JUNE 9, 2022

This helps you get specific about the skills and traits you are looking for in volunteers. You can also use this list to target your volunteer recruitment efforts; for example, if you’re looking for someone with specific social media skills, you could target your social media channels or run ads targeting people with those skills.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 31, 2020

By Stephanie Kanak , Content Strategist at Donor Perfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. Are you reaching these donors effectively, or are you frustrated because you’re unable to contact a percentage of your donor base? What new skills do you want to cultivate?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 19, 2015

I taught a section on developing and implementing an effective content strategy after some exercises to help participants identify target audiences, create personas, measurable objectives, and channels. It struck me that an effective nonprofit content strategy is a process of continuous improvement.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 25, 2019

The reason these peer-to-peer fundraisers are so effective is that they can tap into networks of people who aren’t personally invested in your cause but who are willing to give based on their relationships with your organization’s supporters. 2) Cross-promote via multiple channels. 3) Send direct invitations to past creators.

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DipJar

AUGUST 6, 2021

Whether you’re interested in creating a brand-new volunteer management program or enhancing your current program with more effective management strategies, you’re in the right place! Post your volunteer opportunities on several different channels, from social media to your website to email newsletters. Volunteer Recruitment.

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Achieve

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Once your volunteer sign-up page is created, be sure to share the link through your favorite online channels. The more channels you use to promote your volunteer opportunities, the more volunteers you will recruit to your cause. Learning new skills. volunteer management. This might include: . Your website. Email blasts. .

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 28, 2016

Coming up with content, conveying a message effectively, and editing and promoting a video are all challenges for creating sensational video content, especially for nonprofits. When it comes to video content generation, there are three main types of video content your organization should be focusing on: 1.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 22, 2013

There’s always room for improvement and unfortunately overconfidence in social media skills prevent many nonprofit staff from getting training that could significantly increase their social media ROI (Return on Investment). Give them retweetable content ! 3) Your YouTube Channel is absent of customization and branding.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Knowing what channels to use—like whether you need to email donors versus posting on Facebook—is one thing. Those factors can make it hard to communicate authentically and effectively. But the more personable you are, the more effective your message will be. You could also try teaching them a fun new skill.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

At Bloomerang, we’ve seen firsthand the transformative power of a robust volunteer program and its ripple effects on an organization’s mission. Today’s volunteers are not a monolithic group; they come from diverse backgrounds—with varying motivations, skills, and availability.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Each year, we celebrate Pro Bono Week: a time to recognize professionals around the world who volunteer their skills for causes they care about. Enable Community Members to Effectively Use Salesforce. Access to digital tools is only the first step in using technology effectively. You can contribute your skills for good, too!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 24, 2012

This peer learning exchange is designed to help state-based groups to be more effective in engaging their networks toward covering uninsured children. Over the past year, participants have been getting comfortable with social media skills, being strategic, making them a habit, and first steps with measurements. Cultivate “super fans”.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

79% of businesses say the effects of the pandemic resulted in them having to increase their budget for digital transformation. Schedule your marketing communications by looking at the times your donors and supporters are engaging with your communication channels and materials; then use the insights you’ve gained to influence future actions.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 20, 2022

Publicly acknowledging your volunteer program is a great method to attract new volunteers and increase the recruitment of highly skilled members. . Follow these additional tips to boost volunteer face time and you’ll see the positive effects of volunteer engagement at your association: . Spotlight volunteer efforts.

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Forum One

JUNE 29, 2021

As you dig into your nonprofit’s 2021 annual report planning process, here’s some inspiration from three different mission-driven organizations who’ve each taken slightly different and highly-effective approaches. To boot, the PDF version of the report recently won a 2021 Vega Awards Winner for Branded Content.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 9, 2023

Provide board members with resources and training on making effective asks for donations and support. Promote the matching gift campaign through various channels, such as social media, email, and events, to increase awareness and participation. You may be surprised by what you find!

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Our approaches have always been about much more than technology, though—technology is most effective when it advances the strategic priorities of our partners. As head of the team, I’m thrilled to introduce the Forum One strategy team and the forward-looking, effective work we accomplish with our partners.

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Media Cause

JANUARY 10, 2023

Considering marketing channels. Determine what marketing channels your supporters frequent and how friendly those channels are for marketing merchandise. Designing stylish, attention-grabbing clothing is a skill, and if your nonprofit doesn’t have a graphic designer on staff, it can be difficult to know where to get started.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 21, 2022

Skills-based support: individuals with various types of expertise can provide free consulting to help your organization improve. Ultimately, the real question isn’t “why” should you attract corporate partners, but “how”: How can you effectively attract companies? Content Collaboration Examples.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 6, 2014

The NetTalks series , which includes five sessions, is intended to spark a meaningful conversation around alumni engagement and supporting a broader community practice of effective alumni networks. The art part includes all the ways nonprofits and schools can engage and connect with alumni of their programs through social channels.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 5, 2014

However, the cheapest possible tools might not actually meet your nonprofit's needs, resulting in a website that's hugely less effective than it could be. And volunteers (whether it's your ED's clever 14-year-old nephew or even a skilled volunteer web designer) get busy. Integrate with Strategic Planning. Keep It Fresh.

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sgEngage

MARCH 4, 2022

Since 2018, website donations have increased by 10%, beating out every other donation channel. . Social media and text donations saw the highest increase of usage in 2021 out of any other donation channel, showing that engagement from mobile devices should be a top priority. . What does this mean for you?

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Use these tips to create a fulfilling volunteer experience and retain your remote volunteers’ support year-round: Provide thorough training Use the right tools Show volunteer appreciation By keeping your remote volunteers motivated, you can leverage their unique skills and interests to fuel change in your community. Let’s begin.

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AccelEvents

JULY 14, 2021

It requires a lot of planning, logistics, and organizational skills. Virtual conferences are cost-effective. Market your event through various channels. The theme and call for abstracts are sent out through marketing channels. Hosting virtual events inevitably leads to a library of valuable and useful content.

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AccelEvents

JULY 1, 2020

While effective, physical career fairs can be rather limiting. Better information exchange via downloadable content like video and handouts. Job seekers are able to connect with leading employers and company recruiters, and employers and company recruiters can connect with qualified, skilled, job seekers.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 30, 2019

The first type of livestream fundraising campaign , which I call “ organizational livestream fundraising , ” is the concept of an organization using their own streaming channels to broadcast live video content for the purpose of fundraising. The organization is the content creator. . It’s the modern version of a telethon.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2010

And LinkedIn is a perfect space for us as we are targeting professionals with a specific skill set. Our LinkedIn group for Active pro bono consultants is a great place where these people can connect based on a current interest—giving back using their current skills. The least effective—probably Friendster.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 26, 2021

You can make a video with your smartphone and share it on your social channels without spending any money. As you get more comfortable with sharing videos on your website and social media channels, you will see how effective nonprofit fundraising videos are at bringing in donations. We don’t have the budget for videos.”

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 27, 2022

This is an example of an effective call to action (CTA) — a short statement or button that urges audience members to take a certain action. You likely rely on your digital communication channels to stay in touch with supporters and engage them in your activities. Use A/B testing to assess the effectiveness of your CTAs.

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Forum One

JULY 27, 2021

What topics can you speak to most effectively as a thought leader? Which digital channels get you the most traction? Create valuable content and share it on the platforms that give the best return, that is, if a particular social platform is not bringing you traffic or donations, invest your time elsewhere.

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Classy

MAY 3, 2021

Their regional fight manager, Brian Schroy, is a registered running coach in pursuit of qualifying for the Olympic Trials in the marathon, so his unique skill set was immediately put to use as a trainer whom recurring donors could connect with in this subscription-based community. Slack channel to connect with peers. Training plans .

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Forj

JUNE 7, 2021

At Web Courseworks , we help professional, healthcare, and trade associations grow their learning businesses with effective learning management systems. A learning experience platform (LXP) is an innovative tool that associations and other learning businesses can use to disseminate educational content to members. Let’s dive in.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Training: A thorough training and onboarding process prepares volunteers to fulfill their roles effectively. Allow volunteers to create their own profiles and update their availability, skills, and interests, giving your nonprofit greater insight into their motivations.

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