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Virtual Fundraising: 5 Tips for Moving In-Person Auctions Online

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Although it sounds like a simple task, creating and refining an auction list is easier said than done. For instance, if a local Italian restaurant donated a gift card but it’s only open for delivery, disclose this in the item restrictions field. 3) Polish your communication plan. . 1) Get your auction list in check. .

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The End of Expertise and How Associations Must Adapt

The MatrixFiles

Unfortunately, it continues to rise, spreading from national news down to the local level at an alarming rate. Members are asking for resources they can use to bring people together and enhance trust within their communities. Many execs reinforced the idea that communications should be clear and transparent.

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Turning the Summer Fundraising Slump into a Windfall for Your Nonprofit

Bloomerang

For many of us, summer fundraising can be frustrating because often our donor communications during this season yield less-than-ideal results. . If that sounds like your nonprofit’s typical summer, here are some things you can do to offset that summer slump with an unexpected windfall: 1. Plan a community event.

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The Storytelling Framework That Will Inspire Your Nonprofit Supporters To Take Action

Kindful

I used to conduct advocacy, communications, and fundraising trainings for local nonprofits and political candidates, and one of my favorite frameworks to share with them was the Story of Self, Story of Us, and Story of Now. Sounds simple, right? The Story of Self, Story of Us, and Story of Now Framework. Story of Us.

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7 Ways Nonprofits Can Automate Donor Retention

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Frequent communication is vital in cultivating donor relationships, especially with new supporters. Your local gym knows how to retain its members, even the members that don’t go regularly. By far, this is one of the most influential pieces of communication you can use to keep your donors coming back. Don’t let it stop there.

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Social Media in Crisis Communication: A Lesson Learned by Charlotte Meckelnburg Library

NTEN

Jenifer R Daniels, Communications & Marketing Specialist, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library. Crisis communications is often studied by public relations practitioners but seldom is it used. But how are today’s nonprofit organizations charged with managing crises when their operating budgets have been turned on their heads?

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8 Nonprofits Championing Environmental Sustainability on Earth Day

Classy

Each year, individuals worldwide take the opportunity to do better for our planet with actions such as planting trees, cleaning local communities, and raising awareness for environmental causes through peer-to-peer fundraising pages. Kick Start Your Movement With Peer-to-Peer Fundraising.

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