Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2020

WhatsApp represents one such medium that presents nonprofits with an outstanding opportunity to engage with stakeholders through texts, attachments, and multiple forms of conversations delivered to their mobile phones and now to their desktops. The selected channels make up part of an organization’s Digital Storytelling Ecosystem.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 13, 2024

This applies to a multitude of characteristics including personality, work habits, reporting structure and much else. It’s not a matter of one person or style being better than another — but the bottom line is that we are very different, and whether we like it or not, we must respect those differences. Guess what happened?

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Top Nonprofits

MAY 24, 2021

We know in-person programming is slowly coming back and you need to bring back your audience members who have fallen quiet during the pandemic. What could a dual, virtual/in-person program look like? An international organization was able to train people in distant countries who previously couldn’t afford to travel to a training. .

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.orgSource

APRIL 29, 2024

The world has a smart phone in its pocket. As I write, most of my readers are currently using this technology either for personal projects or in the office. “Don’t stand on the tarmac ogling the launchpad. Training is the magic that transforms LLMs from a blank slate into a bot, or a machine with a ‘personality.’

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 7, 2021

We are now living in the age of click and snap-happy visitors, but it’s not enough to simply count on the fact that they will post about your organization on social media when visiting. Consider reaching out to your visitors and offering them a unique opportunity to engage with your organization and community with a social media challenge.

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Neon CRM

MAY 17, 2024

A phone call gives you the opportunity to build real personal connections with the people who support you. With most nonprofit communications largely limited to digital channels like email and social media, calling your donors really stands out. Do you know how rare it is to receive a phone call without being asked for anything?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 21, 2022

A major motivator for generous giving to nonprofit organizations is contributing to a solution and changing something for the better. It sounds simple, but nonprofits shouldn’t underestimate the importance of the personal touch. Whether with an email or a text message (or even a phone call!), 2) Give social media shoutouts.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 16, 2023

A lot of organizations raise as much as 50% of their budget in December alone. Give them all the credit. Be personal—there’s no “Dear friend” allowed here. Start with a straightforward script Give your volunteers a warm, personable thank you script. If you do it in person, serve snacks and drinks. You get the idea!

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EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

Why LGBTQ+ advocacy is always-on from here on It’s more important than ever for LGBTQ+ organizations to effectively advocate on behalf of LGBTQ+ people. Key types of advocacy Issue awareness Before organizations can create advocates for their cause, they need to make people aware of the issues they’re trying to solve.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Donor engagement is what your organization does to build and strengthen donor relationships and the methods you use to keep donors active and involved. Your donor engagement strategy outlines exactly how you’ll reach out to donors and the KPIs you’ll track to measure how engaged a donor is with your organization.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 13, 2020

The truth is, immediately following a donation is one of the best times for another call-to-action (CTA) of ways donors can continue to support your organization. Make sure your website is mobile optimized for donors using their cell phones. Your donors are individuals who care about your organization and mission.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

You can host a silent auction either in person or online. With an in-person event, attendees browse items displayed on a table and place bids on their favorites using paper bid sheets or a mobile bidding platform. Determine whether your auction will be in person, online, or hybrid. Drive revenue for your nonprofit.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

The post-emergency phase sees many organizations grappling with a decline in donations, a critical period where strategic donor engagement can make a difference. 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.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Tip: Connect with sales reps or other employees of the stations via LinkedIn, over the phone, or in person. PSAs are a great way to take advantage of expensive advertising channels outside of your budget, but they aren’t the end all be all. Include PSAs in Your Nonprofit Marketing Strategy.

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 24, 2023

Email is a major communication channel for many nonprofits. Brands, nonprofits, and personal connections all clamor for their attention. Thanking people who support your organization with their time or money is non-negotiable. It’s a channel that functions as part of your larger digital strategy.

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Candid

MAY 14, 2024

It’s also the perfect time to do a social media audit for your nonprofit organization. A social media audit involves reviewing your organization’s complete social media presence, not just analyzing the metrics (to learn about assessing metrics, read my article on creating a social media plan ). It was a fake.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Some features to make campaign setup and management easier include the flexibility to choose your own phone number directly within the app, so you’ll never need to rely on support. Visit the Kindful or Bloomerang websites today to learn more about Text-to-Donate and how easy it is to set up for your organization. Ready to get started?

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Media Cause

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

While not every organization has a specific project manager labeled role on their team, every project should have a main point of contact or dedicated member in charge of seeing the project to completion. Every facet of the organization benefits from a project management role team member and communicating in the most effective way possible.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

With that being said, ChatGPT is still an exceptional resource for nonprofits, and we’re excited to explore all of the ways it can benefit your organization! 6) Sharing Impact With just a few details about your organization, ChatGPT can write boilerplate language about your impact, mission, and programs.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 4, 2013

What are your strengths and preferences and what is the best match in terms of social channels? ” There is the occasional personal tweet , but these serve to make him seem approachable and human. How will social improve things you already KNOW and value?

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Proper donor stewardship is vital to your organization hitting its financial campaign goals. Saying “thank you” is t he key to fostering healthy donor relationships. But do your donors know just how much your organization appreciates the m ? We’re here to help you elevate your donor relationship with six valuable tips.

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Allegiance Group

JUNE 13, 2024

A nonprofit marketing plan is a detailed document that outlines your goals for a marketing campaign, how you plan to reach them, who is responsible for various tasks, what marketing channels you’ll use, and more. This data is the key to unlocking personalized experiences for your donors. Performing audits.

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Nonprofits Source

MAY 15, 2024

Are you taking advantage of this time your customers spend on their phones and computers? This means that you’ll need to be more economical with your efforts, choosing only the communication channels and tactics that truly resonate with your audience. Start by digging into your customer data to better understand who they are.

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Nonprofits Source

MARCH 4, 2024

Just like other community-based organizations , nonprofits and advocacy groups thrive off of supporters’ passion, drive, and action. However, keeping the momentum alive can be challenging for organizations of all types, especially when managing a large supporter base or dealing with internal and external changes.

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Volunteer Hub

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

In fact, according to a research report, published by Volunteer Canada , there are gaps between the opportunities many organizations offer and a meaningful experience for their volunteers. Many organizations focus on what they need but do not consider the goals that volunteers want to achieve through volunteerism. Establish objectives.

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

To improve the experience for volunteers, nonprofits should focus on providing a supportive environment, clear communication, flexible opportunities for involvement, and a chance for personal growth. Volunteering is an essential component of many nonprofit organizations, and it plays a crucial role in achieving their missions.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 19, 2022

When the pandemic limited in-person access to critical services, many nonprofits were forced to adopt digital channels to support constituents, accelerating a trend of the past decade. The research reflects insights from a survey of 800 employees of nonprofit organizations and 1,500 nonprofit program participants across the U.S.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 11, 2023

I’m sure you’re using at least one of these social media channels. Whether you’re personally into them or not, social media platforms offer opportunities for connection that go far beyond your database contact list. Develop an acquisition strategy for your top one or two social media channels.

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Qgiv

JULY 27, 2021

She knows what strategies work on social media, what strategies fail, and how nonprofits can use social channels to make a big impact on their community. So, if someone was looking to put together a monthly calendar for their social media channels, what are the types of posts they should look to include in that plan?

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Qgiv

MARCH 4, 2024

Why your nonprofit needs a digital fundraising solution There are many paths to raise funds for your organization, and online fundraising is one way your organization can get there. We found that over 55% of people prefer to donate online, and 21% of people prefer giving through social channels, apps, or texts.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 3, 2024

Text-to-give is a text fundraising method, similar to text-to-donate, that allows your supporters to donate to your organization using their cell phones via text messaging. Text-to-give allows your donors to give through their phone bill, while text-to-donate takes your donors to a mobile donation form to complete their transactions.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Many nonprofit organizations struggle to engage their board members with fundraising, especially the act of asking another person for money. Make a one-time or monthly financial contribution to the organization. Give in-kind support to the organization in a way that actually helps. Be Informed.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 18, 2023

Define your mission and goals Begin by clearly outlining your organization’s mission and the specific goals you aim to achieve. Aim for 3-5 personas that capture the diversity of your supporters while remaining manageable for your organization. This may include email , direct mail, social media , phone calls, or in-person events.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Reflect and analyze Review your results from GivingTuesday , including the total amount raised, donor demographics, and the success of your different approaches and social media channels. Send personalized thank-you messages, emails, or letters to acknowledge their support—even if you have an automated email acknowledgement message.

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Allegiance Group

MAY 1, 2024

It goes without saying, but calendar year-end is a critical time for many nonprofit organizations. The more you can understand who’s supported your organization in the past, the more you can understand who is likely to support you in the future. Stay tuned to discover actionable insights that can truly make a difference.

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Greater Giving

JULY 20, 2022

Nonprofits are struggling to connect donors with the cause—but these four donor engagement best practices can open up new communication channels. At the start of the pandemic, donors came through for the organizations they care about in record numbers. Donor Engagement Through New Communication Channels.

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Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2023

Your nonprofit CRM is much more than a storage space for addresses and phone numbers. But too often, organizations try to reach everyone with the same message. In an age of hyper-personalization, sending the same message to everyone just isn’t effective. Is the secret to growing your fundraising hiding in your CRM?

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