Achieve

JANUARY 18, 2023

Beyond choosing a fundraising idea, your nonprofit also has to decide whether you want to host your event in person or online. . In this guide, we’ll explore the pros and cons of virtual fundraising events so you can make the best decision for your nonprofit. What are the pros of hosting virtual nonprofit events? . According to.

Virtual 97

Virtual Fundraising Nonprofit Hosting 97

Qgiv

JANUARY 16, 2024

With the right event management software for nonprofits, you can run your fundraising events more efficiently, helping you raise more money for your cause. There are quite a few different nonprofit event management software options your organization can use to make your event as seamless as possible.

Software 52

Software Tools Management Registration 52

Get Fully Funded

JULY 16, 2023

When you hear the words “Nonprofit Board Meeting,” what comes to mind? If you are like most nonprofit leaders, the thought of a Board meeting creates feelings of dread, the blahs, the “let’s get it over withs”, the “I don’t have time for this” mindset, or the “I don’t know why we even bothers”. How do you feel? In one word, “UGH.”

Fun 98

Fun Product Law Nonprofit 98

Classy

JUNE 8, 2021

Not only are LinkedIn members highly engaged and often interested in philanthropy, with 53% already donating to nonprofits and 60% saying they’re interested in volunteering, but they can also hold the keys to corporate partnerships , grants, and more. Here are five ways you can take your nonprofit’s LinkedIn strategy to the next level.

Linkedin 121

Linkedin Nonprofit Search Hosting 121

Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Having solid donor engagement strategies in place is important for any nonprofit that wants to inspire generosity in their community and build a base of lifelong supporters. But the world is a noisy place: Donors are bombarded with constant messaging that can drown out a nonprofit’s attempts to reach them. Encouraging conversations.

Donor 98

Donor Strategy Nonprofit Phone 98

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 14, 2012

One of the most important lessons that all nonprofit social media managers need to learn is that social media is constantly in flux. That said, Facebook has made some recent upgrades – and more are coming – that nonprofits need to know about. Facebook is a free service and as most us have learned, you get what you pay for.

Facebook 278

Facebook Social Media ROI Gift 278

Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Volunteers are integral to nonprofit organizations’ day-to-day operations. Without these dedicated supporters, many nonprofits would struggle to reach their annual goals. Volunteer management software is a tool that nonprofits can use to better organize their volunteers by handling everything from scheduling to ongoing communication.

Volunteer 75

Volunteer Software Management Track 75

Tech Soup

AUGUST 15, 2017

Whether they're to serve up content, answer questions, or bolster fundraising efforts, chatbots hold great promise for nonprofits and charities. And although chatbots are relatively new to the nonprofit community, some organizations are already using them in interesting and innovative ways. What Is a Chatbot, Anyway?

Nonprofit 71

Nonprofit Tutorial Facebook Advocacy 71

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 12, 2015

The 32 nonprofits were bookmarked for a donation and selected because they were effective at grabbing my attention and sparking an inspiration to give through their tweets. The last time Nonprofit Tech for Good donated to a large volume of nonprofits – $25 to 28 nonprofits – 27% of the donations failed due bugs.

Donation 100

Donation Lesson Online Learning 100

DNL OmniMedia

JANUARY 17, 2024

That’s why your nonprofit must be thoughtful to create engaging posts to keep pre-event momentum going. Post polls like “Which auction item are you most excited about?” Reach out to well-known influencers in your nonprofit space to promote your event online and come in person. Opting for interactive content.

Game 52

Game Marketing Change Tips 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 23, 2018

And according to recent poll s, some 62% of people check their work email while on vacation. Luckily, early January tends to be slow for most nonprofits and you might return from your holiday with some time to get organized for next year. What are your tips for unplugging during your summer vacation?

email 90

email Professional Phone Nonprofit 90

NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

In “15 Really Bad Real Ideas from Real Nonprofits” Jeff Brooks lists a few of these gems: Sell slightly-used airplane toiletry kits on eBay. Best practices dictate that nonprofits conduct feasibility studies for impending capital campaigns. Survey, poll or focus group. In the nonprofit world, we also call this donor stewardship!

Poll 57

Poll Fundraising Game Studies 57

Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

Vote here for the 2009 Getting Attention Nonprofit Tagline Awards. Give you the chance to register for the free 2009 Nonprofit Tagline Report, with 2,500 tagline examples. Polls close midnight, Wednesday, September 30th. About the Nonprofit Tagline Awards. Inform and inspire your foundation’s messaging.

Award 108

Award FAQ Poll Attention 108

NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

This infographic originally ran in our Nonprofit Hub Magazine, a free bi-monthly magazine dedicated to providing focused content on a particular topic. To reserve your free copy of our November/December issue on creating a solid marketing plan for 2015, sign up today. . ————————————————. Featured Fundraising'

Fundraising 68

Fundraising Poll Mail Challenge 68

Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

The following is an excerpt from Chapter 1 of Social Media for Social Good: A How-To Guide for Nonprofits. Pundits and bloggers in the nonprofit sector often lament the inability of social media to raise money for nonprofits. Make Sure Your Nonprofit’s Information in GuideStar Is Current. It’s true that Web 2.0

Donation 235

Donation Practice Mail Newsletter 235

VisionLink

OCTOBER 5, 2015

5, 2015— VisionLink , a community inspired software and consulting company, has developed a free, shareable, real-time, geo-tagged map depicting actual damage reports produced by Hurricane Joaquin. VisionLink is partnering with local churches and community groups to poll between 2,000-3,000 people throughout North Carolina.

Hurricane 100

Hurricane North Carolina Map Tag 100

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 17, 2012

One of the great things about the Nonprofit Technology Conference is that you get to connect with colleagues. As a nonprofit technology trainer, I have to keep up to date on a lot of topics, including Facebook. John’s book takes you through the technical and practical aspects of marketing on Facebook, particularly brand pages.

Facebook 101

Facebook Marketing Poll YouTube 101

NonProfit Hub

MAY 21, 2019

In a 2016 poll , Millennials are more likely than Gen X’ers and Baby Boomers to say it matters if American businesses give back to society. National corporations used to fill this need by having foundations that donate to nonprofits. Why partnering with nonprofits can be better for business. Take Ben and Jerry’s, for example.

Philanthropy 71

Philanthropy Change Oregon Companies 71

Tech Soup

AUGUST 18, 2017

Whether they're to serve up content, answer questions, or bolster fundraising efforts, chatbots hold great promise for nonprofits and charities. And although chatbots are relatively new to the nonprofit community, some organizations are already using them in interesting and innovative ways. What Is a Chatbot, Anyway?

Tutorial 36

Tutorial Nonprofit Facebook Advocacy 36

Deborah Elizabeth Finn

JANUARY 28, 2018

It took Tech Networks of Networks almost two years to organize and implement a series of candid dialogues about data and evaluation for grantors and nonprofit grantees, and now it’s complete. Understanding that nonprofits perceive funders as having not just money but also much more power. Nonprofits can help by: .

Evaluation 52

Evaluation Grant Data Boston 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 21, 2010

I've been involved with teaching and learning technology for nonprofits since 1993 when I worked for the New York Foundation for the Arts' online network for artists, Arts Wire. Here's the description: Join Beth Kanter who has been teaching nonprofit technology workshops for over 15 years, both offline and online.

Social Media 93

Social Media Share Media Instruction 93

Tech Soup

MARCH 10, 2010

Twitter has claimed its place on the short list of communications tools for nonprofits and libraries to consider when designing online strategies. Attend this free webinar next Tuesday, March 16, 11:00 a.m. Register today to secure your place! Tools Web 2.0

Twitter 43

Twitter Free Poll Social Network 43

NonProfit Hub

JULY 10, 2020

Nonprofit marketers should realize the importance of social media for brand engagement and donor retention ? Nonprofits can use socials to demonstrate their impact and engage their communities with this approach. . Nonprofit organizations can quickly boost their engagement with interactive content. Post a Facebook survey.

Social Media 74

Social Media Media Social Contest 74

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 25, 2012

Debra says the benefits to nonprofits are: Timeline apps afford an opportunity for nonprofits to promote causes, activities and mission. A few ideas: Support the nonprofit: “Jerry supports the Canadian Red Cross”. Play a game: “Adam has donated 2,173 grains of rice to the UN to date via Free Rice”.

Music 114

Music Facebook Nonprofit Action 114

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 27, 2014

Join me for a FREE Webinar: Training Tips that Work for Nonprofits on Jan.29th I’ll be sharing my best tips and secrets for designing and delivering training for nonprofit professionals that get results. 29th at 1:00 PM EST/10:00 AM PST. I use a simple structure to design: before, during, and after.

Instructional Design 111

Instructional Design Instruction Instructional Training 111

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 14, 2012

I also used this poll after different sections of content. The polling after the section of content about how to make goals measurable showed that the needled moved slightly in the other direction, towards hating measurement. Confusion: I don’t know what or how to measure social media. Delight: Check out these charts and graphs!

Social Media 96

Social Media Measure Analytics Learning 96

Bloomerang

JULY 26, 2021

Is it clear that you’re a nonprofit organization and therefore need donations to fulfill your mission? . Consider Twitter polls or Q&A sessions or surveys. Automation helps you do more with less, so it’s a pretty essential strategy given that most nonprofits operate with limited budgets and staff. . If so, how?

Strategy 142

Strategy Online Fundraising Plugin 142

NonProfit Hub

MAY 31, 2019

If you find something that you think your audience would appreciate, or if it’s similar to the type of content you usually post, feel free to share it. Simple things like polls and surveys or Q&A sessions can go a long way to increase social media engagement with your brand. Post frequency. Involve your audience. wait for it?to

Social Media 58

Social Media Guide Media Social 58

Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Your volunteers do a fantastic job in helping your nonprofit turn its dreams for a better community into reality. Branding your water bottle design with your organization’s logo and colors will also help raise awareness of your nonprofit. In return, they deserve to be recognized and rewarded for their contributions.

Gift 81

Gift Volunteer Retention Design 81

Connection Cafe

MARCH 2, 2021

Poll your staff and volunteers to see how they feel when they’re confronted with changes that need to be explained (or defended) to the public. If you don’t have a plan in place or you just need to fine-tune your plan, join Melissa Rancour and me on March 24, for a free webinar: Keep Calm & Carry On: Handling Unplanned Budget Changes.

Change 52

Change Tips Attitude Poll 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Note: This is an excerpt from our free e-book, The Noble Arsonist. You could simply ask one question each month in a poll widget in your monthly email newsletter. So, was delighted when Darren Barefoot asked if he share a guest post about how to do audience analysis. Cheap and Cheerful Audience Analysis for NGOS by Darren Barefoot.

Analysis 105

Analysis Audience Test China 105

ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 6, 2011

Social media is a powerful marketing tool for businesses of all types, and it is especially useful for nonprofit organizations, which typically struggle more to reach a large audience on a tighter budget. It's an especially valuable tool for nonprofits, since it's free and offers a large, accessible audience.

Facebook 84

Facebook Organization Social Media Blogger 84

Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

While focused on selling products, many of Ogilvy’s principles and “rules” around research, messaging, and motivating action remain surprisingly relevant today, especially for nonprofit organizations seeking to engage donors and volunteers. Remember your goal is persuading consumers. Helping real people should be the star.

Lesson 59

Lesson Fundraising Digital Test 59

Classy

JUNE 1, 2021

As nonprofits continue to navigate this “new normal” of event fundraising into 2021, a focus on virtual fundraising should be at the top of your priority list. While there’s no denying the benefits of virtual events, most nonprofits are not using these events to their full potential. Download the Virtual Events Toolkit. Emails (19.9%).

Virtual 62

Virtual Donor Fundraising Retention 62

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 26, 2011

Last week, I faciltated a mini-workshop at the Silicon Valley/Peninsula Nonprofit Leadership Forum hosted by Compasspoint. I also want to reflect a bit on the use of social media and mobile technology to support nonprofit professional learning at conferences. He also had some good points about board management.

Social Media 101

Social Media Mobile Professional Conference 101

NTEN

AUGUST 5, 2014

The last time I was in Baltimore was in 2007, with Amnesty International at their regional conference, attending as a bright-eyed student organizer trying to learn how to more effectively spread the good word of social justice and human rights (the story of how I got involved in nonprofit marketing!). Here''s what they said.

Communication 94

Communication email Marketing Reflection 94

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 3, 2020

This is the sixth post in a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. Related Webinar: Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits.

Facebook 364

Facebook Practice Avatar Nonprofit 364