Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 7, 2011

Odds are a year from now pitches to subscribe or join “Mobile Action Networks&# will be commonly seen in Facebook Status Updates, Tweets, blogs posts, homepages, and e-newsletter subject lines. sign a petition and send an e-mail) to help prevent animal cruelty. 1) Mobile-optimized petitions sent via group text messaging.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 14, 2012

Would you ever send out a print or e-mail newsletter, or sign off on a business card with a cropped or visually-defective logo and text so small that it was indecipherable? Nature Conservancy. Absolutely not. Water.org. Survival International. Museum of Modern Art. Jane Goodall Institute. Human Rights Campaign. Animals Asia.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 2, 2021

For example, I’m on the board of a local theater group, and the executive director’s most recent emailed newsletter was titled “ Theater Nurtures Democracy.” To give you an example of how to do this, a recent client was having problems telling the story of the marine conservation program they were building.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

Finally, remember that blog posts make great content for e-newsletters. Definitely integrate your blog posts with your e-newsletter. Your nonprofit should set a goal of publishing a minimum of four lists per year, and it’s worth noting that these lists make great content for e-newsletters as well. That said, mix it up!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 6, 2013

Most nonprofits distribute the original source of the story to their communities (the New York Times , for example), but while that is generous, it does not help build the nonprofit’s brand recognition, e-newsletter list, or social networking communities; rather, it builds those of the New York Times. A first-person voice is best.

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Care2

AUGUST 17, 2007

The Marine Fish Conservation Network (MFCN), a coalition of over 190 organizations dedicated to ocean conservation, wanted to educate members of Congress and ask them to reject proposals that might do irreparable harm to several fish species.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

Finally, remember that blog posts make great content for e-newsletters. Definitely integrate your blog posts with your e-newsletter. Your nonprofit should set a goal of publishing a minimum of four lists per year, and it’s worth noting that these lists make great content for e-newsletters as well. That said, mix it up!

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Care2

SEPTEMBER 28, 2013

No wonder our constituents’ inboxes and mailboxes are stuffed with action alerts, appeals, and newsletters with similar messaging from several nonprofits vying for attention. Direct Mail and Social Media: Strange Bedfellows or a Match Made in Heaven? Join us to learn how to turn your online presence into a bestseller!

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Connection Cafe

JULY 26, 2017

Newsletter. A general thank you letter should be mailed for every gift within two days of entering it in the database—even if they made their gift online. Quarterly newsletters, email blasts with stories , events and strategic plans are a few examples of how to communicate with your donor base. Annual Gifts. Major Donor.

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Care2

AUGUST 16, 2007

In the end, Marketing Sherpa reports that nearly three times the number of walkers and donors were recruited via the email test series than the mail control – resulting in a 30% increase in ROI! Did they test combining direct mail and email? Self-mailers have a notoriously lower response rate in several markets.

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The Fundraising Authority

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Article Outline Plan the outline for your next blog post or newsletter article based on a topic. Subject Line Brainstorm subject lines for appeals, newsletters, and other bulk messages. Inputs: Organization: Yellowstone Valley Conservation Corps (YVCC) What would you like to get their input on?: Who are you to this person?:

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Care2

NOVEMBER 2, 2007

This is a huge step forward for ocean conservation and international law. Care2 was honored to play a part in this effort, in partnership with CGI, by mobilizing thousands of Care2s civically active members to send emails to their senators in support of the treaty.

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Care2

SEPTEMBER 4, 2007

Main | CASE STUDY: Marine Conservation Group Wins Victory with Care2 » Friday Aug 17 2007 Building a Successful Internet Presence Friday, August 17, 2007 at 01:38PM | by Hatef Yamini NPTimes just ran a great article featuring tips from Harry Lynch, CEO of Sanky Commmunications and Paul Habig, director of Internet Services at SankyNet.

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Care2

JULY 17, 2007

Fine Interview:Social Media Author Allison Fine » Tuesday Jul 17 2007 The Great Debate: DM vs. Online Acquisition Tuesday, July 17, 2007 at 04:10PM | by Karen Taggart As a former direct mail diva, I have a constant debate in my head about which type of donor/member acquisition is "best" – online or direct mail?

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Care2

AUGUST 17, 2007

Main | CASE STUDY: Marine Conservation Group Wins Victory with Care2 » Friday Aug 17 2007 Building a Successful Internet Presence Friday, August 17, 2007 at 01:38PM | by Hatef Yamini NPTimes just ran a great article featuring tips from Harry Lynch, CEO of Sanky Commmunications and Paul Habig, director of Internet Services at SankyNet.

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Care2

JULY 19, 2007

Fine Interview:Social Media Author Allison Fine » Tuesday Jul 17 2007 The Great Debate: DM vs. Online Acquisition Tuesday, July 17, 2007 at 04:10PM | by Karen Taggart As a former direct mail diva, I have a constant debate in my head about which type of donor/member acquisition is "best" – online or direct mail?

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Care2

NOVEMBER 20, 2008

Here are the results for the 2008 Innovator Awards: Advocacy campaign or program Honorable Mention: National Parks Conservation Association Winner: Freepress for their StopBigMedia.com campaign Over 200,000 comments sent to the FCC and Senate and overturned and FCC ruling to block monopolies in media companies.

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Care2

MAY 8, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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Neon CRM

MAY 18, 2023

Common channels include email, direct mail, social media, phone calls, your website, etc. An older donor might prefer direct mail, while a younger donor might prefer a text from a fellow supporter with a link to your donation form. But there are still ways to use direct mail strategically that will maximize the bang for your buck.

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Achieve

JULY 14, 2022

Email Newsletters. As soon as someone joins your mailing list, they will immediately receive an email detailing who you are and what you do. Let’s say your nonprofit specializes in wildlife conservation and you want to grow your donor base. Email Newsletters. Welcome Email Series. Fundraising Appeals. Thank-You Emails.

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Care2

MAY 31, 2007

The 1916 law states that the "fundamental purpose" of the park service is "to conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and the wildlife." 60) Search « Think Like a Designer: Viral Video and Paradox | Main | Web Metrics Wilderness: Find Your Site Conversion Pages.

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Care2

OCTOBER 18, 2007

Conservation International won the “Email List Growth” prize for their campaign to save sea turtles. NARAL won the “Integrated Fundraising Campaign” prize for a multi-channel (email plus direct mail plus telemarketing) campaign that acquired 11,300 new contributing members at a 20% to 30% conversion rate.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 21, 2023

Just sending a simple welcome message takes a lot of time—and it also doesn’t account for members who prefer direct mail. The association may publish a weekly newsletter summarizing important cases. With the bar admittance information, they can ensure that the newsletter is specifically targeted to where the member practices law.

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

By leveraging multiple communication channels—email, mobile, direct mail, websites, social media, paid and earned media, SEO, and more, you expand your reach to engage new donors and supporters. For example, older donors (65+) still respond well to direct mail offers. Why is it important for nonprofits?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 29, 2012

The rise of social media has significantly changed how our supporters digest our messages online and as a result website and e-newsletter design has evolved dramatically in recent years. Webinar: How Nonprofits Can Successfully Utilize Online Fundraising and e-Newsletters. World Wildlife Fund :: worldwildlife.org.

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Campaign Online Fundraising Social Media 257

Care2

JUNE 13, 2009

Less than 50 of the 179,000 groups on Causes have raised $10,000, and just two – The Nature Conservancy and Students for a Free Tibet -- have raised more then $100,000. 60) Search « Converting New Activists into Donors | Main | Five Tips to Engaging New Online Activists » Thursday Jun 11 2009 How Sticky is Facebook?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 30, 2012

e-Newsletter. A section of the e-newsletter entitled “Resource Spotlight” features a new tool in each edition. A great source for images for your nonprofit’s website, blog, e-newsletter, and social networking profiles. 2dCode :: 2d-code.co.uk. In fact, they even design the background for you. MoFuse :: mofuse.com.

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Fun Resource Mobile Social Media 265

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 5, 2021

Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. Kudos to Conservation International ! You will not receive the donor’s mailing address, but if the donor opts-in, you will receive their email address. Related Webinar: Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits.

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Practice Nonprofit Avatar Social Media 363

Care2

OCTOBER 20, 2007

In fact, ASPCA and Conservation International received recognition during Convios Summit, in part for their successful use of widgets on social networks such as MySpace. Its great to see the proliferation of APIs in the for-profit world, but what about nonprofits?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 29, 2012

The rise of social media has significantly changed how our supporters digest our messages online and as a result website and e-newsletter design has evolved dramatically in recent years. Webinar: How Nonprofits Can Successfully Utilize Online Fundraising and e-Newsletters. World Wildlife Fund :: worldwildlife.org.

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Campaign Online Fundraising Social Media 109

Bloomerang

DECEMBER 10, 2021

So the reason we do the seminar and I wrote this book on questions is because my strong belief is, this is a methodology of approaching all kinds of fundraising, whether it’s major donors, direct mail, face to face, on the street, your digital work. . In direct mail and digital fundraising, you can often base it on money targets, $82.57

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Connection Cafe

JULY 10, 2018

Be active on social media, create newsletters, send emails and make phone calls. One might support conservation while another is intrigued by your toddler program. Direct-mail letter. Staying in the forefront of their minds will validate their commitment. Share your goals, experiences and triumphs throughout the year.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 6, 2021

Now, if I pause for a minute, moment, I’m sure there will be people from animal causes and nature conservancy asking me, “Jen, I am sure that you’re missing something out here. We send each other e-mails. People shouldn’t only be loving people. People should be loving animals and the planet too.”

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 28, 2013

e-Newsletter [see right column]. A section of the e-newsletter entitled “Resource of the Week” features a new resource/tool in each edition. citizens to register to vote, vote by mail, and receive election reminders via text message. Zeen :: zeen.com. Wufoo :: wufoo.com. Worldometers :: worldometers.info.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 27, 2012

e-Newsletter. A section of the e-newsletter entitled “Resource Spotlight” features a new resource/tool in each edition. A great source for images for your nonprofit’s website, blog, e-newsletter, and social networking profiles. 2dCode :: 2d-code.co.uk. Creative Commons on Flickr :: flickr.com/creativecommons.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 8, 2013

e-Newsletter. A section of the e-newsletter entitled “Resource Spotlight” features a new resource/tool in each edition. A great source for images for your nonprofit’s website, blog, e-newsletter, and social networking profiles. 2dCode :: 2d-code.co.uk. Creative Commons on Flickr :: flickr.com/creativecommons.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 3, 2012

e-Newsletter. A section of the e-newsletter entitled “Resource Spotlight” features a new resource/tool in each edition. A great source for images for your nonprofit’s website, blog, e-newsletter, and social networking profiles. 2dCode :: 2d-code.co.uk. In fact, they even design the background for you.

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