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The Top 3 Charity Rating & Badge Programs for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Heather Mansfield , founder and editor-in-chief of Nonprofit Tech for Good Seventy-two percent of individuals say that the presence of a charity rating badge increases their likelihood of giving. It’s worth noting that Charity Navigator, Candid, and GreatNonprofits are only available to nonprofits based in the United States.

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Recruiting nonprofit volunteers for legislative campaign success

EveryAction

Do we have the volunteer power we need in those districts to influence our targets? After answering those questions, you’ll likely realize that you need more volunteers in certain districts or even entire states. There are several ways to keep volunteers engaged even after a state legislative session ends.

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Demystifying Charity Gala Planning

Greater Giving

What is a charity gala event? A charity gala is a formal fundraising event aimed at raising significant sums for a chosen nonprofit. Popular activities include: Photo booth area aligned with your theme that allows guests to create buzz and share as a memory on social media. Set realistic goals. Focus on storytelling.

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2024 Online Fundraising Statistics for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Direct mail was the second most preferred channel at 21%, followed by social media (17%), text messaging (8%), and phone calls (2%). Neon One ] 72% of individuals say that the presence of a charity rating badge increases their likelihood of giving. M+R Benchmarks ] Online Donors 54% of US households donate to charity.

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How Nonprofits Can Use Behavioral Science to Engage Supporters on Social Media

Nonprofit Tech for Good

While social media is now a common part of every nonprofit’s communication strategy, a common sentiment is that interacting on social media is a poor substitute to in-person interactions. As a result, social media strategies are often used to supplement in-person events. But not all nonprofits are effective on social media.

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Celebrating National Volunteer Week 2024 – Participate in the Photo Contest

Charity Village

Volunteer BC launched a photo contest to celebrate National Volunteer Week from April 14 – 20, 2024. The theme for this year is Every Moment Matters – recognizing the incredible contributions of the 24 million volunteers in Canada.

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Shining a Light on Volunteer Week 2024!

Greater Giving

Celebrate Service: Shining a Light on Volunteer Week 2024! From April 21st to 27th, 2024, we celebrate National Volunteer Week – a dedicated time to recognize the incredible impact volunteers have on our communities. Think of volunteers as the heart of any non-profit organization. It’s that time of year again!