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It's National 211 Day!

VisionLink

Today, on this second month, and the 11th day of 2022, 211s across our nation are recognized for the work they do. A simple three digit code lets anyone access a wealth of comprehensive, vetted, and regularly updated information to help those in need, and to help advocates and agencies who focus on helping others.

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Digital Must-Haves for Fall Fundraising Success Part 5: Digital Advocacy Forms

EveryAction

In this 6-part blog series, we’re highlighting key digital features your organization can start implementing now to boost fundraising this fall. This week’s topic: digital advocacy forms. What are digital advocacy forms? Why should nonprofits use digital advocacy forms now? Advocacy is for everyone.

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February 11 Is National 2-1-1 Day!

VisionLink

The United Way Worldwide declared February 11 as National 2-1-1 Day to recognize the importance of an anonymous, easy to remember 3-digit phone number (211) that was available to 24/7. The success 2-1-1 garnered in the United States opened services in Toronto, Canada in 2002.

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Citizen Tech: Social Media in Disaster Response

Amy Sample Ward

My contribution to the panel is to provide context about the use of social media in emergency and disaster response as well as an overview of some of the tools we saw deployed last year and we may see in the future. Whether it’s direct or indirect content, why do citizens turn to social media in moments of need or disaster?

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Challenging Conversations—Tackling Risk

.orgSource

In digital markets, circumstances can shift quickly toward the unexpected. In fast-paced digital markets, strategies that include both opportunities and challenges are essential to growth. I am reminded of the leaders who embraced digital transformation early on. The pandemic was a lesson in the democracy of danger.

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[Book Interview] Nonprofit Example of Social Media Excellence: National Wildlife Federation

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Organization: National Wildlife Federation. Title: Digital Marketing Manager. For National Wildlife Federation’s Twitter, I have two incredibly amazing helpers: Kristin Johnson and Kevin Coyle. This year however, we broke records in terms of money raised on social sites (due mostly to our work around the Gulf oil disaster).

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How Nonprofits Can Steward Corporate Donors on Social Media

Nonprofit Tech for Good

The digital team works hard to produce social content that balances sharing stories of the people they serve, the impact of their work, and the generosity of their supporters. During certain moments – such as natural disasters – they quickly pivot planned content to be more contextual and reflect new priorities.