Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

The Art Institute of Chicago Museum Shop sells unique and beautiful objects from around the world in support of the arts. All purchases help support vital conservation work to save critically endangered rhinos. 100% of net proceeds go directly to support the work of HRC to improve the lives of LGBTQ Americans.

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Kindful

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

As you’ve likely seen, volunteers can have a tremendous impact on the work you’re able to do. . No matter how they support your mission, one thing all of these volunteers have in common is that they deserve your gratitude. . Here are 9 impactful ways for your nonprofit to thank your volunteers. Have an appreciation party.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Showcasing your volunteers’ journeys not only celebrates their invaluable commitment, but also fosters trust and connection within the community, highlighting the human impact behind every effort. She made it fun with decorations and a staff photo contest. Like a timeless piece of music, gratitude has an incredibly long half-life.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Version 1: By providing financial support to our efforts, you can help impact families affected by domestic violence. Our new playground equipment has turned our backyard into an oasis of fun for our resident kids to play and just be a kid. For those in our care, they’re getting the support they need.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

This strategy encourages your supporters to engage with each other and their friends and creates further awareness for your nonprofit by spreading your mission to new audiences. Are your supporters artistic? Do they love music? Email campaigns are an easy way to reach almost all of your supporters.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

And if you’re searching for fun and engaging ways to raise money, auctions and simple online events will get your donors excited to support your organization. Check out our comprehensive list to keep your fundraising campaigns fun and fresh for all of your donors. Looking for more ideas to take your fundraising efforts online?

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CauseVox

AUGUST 23, 2023

I am also looking forward to fall festivals and the bounty of creative and exciting ways to raise funds while having fun! The following fall festival fundraising ideas and action steps are great for any nonprofit looking to warm the hearts of their supporters and make a meaningful impact for their beneficiaries.

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Classy

MARCH 24, 2021

Businesses are able to help nonprofits fill financial gaps when donations have waned, and nonprofits have helped businesses find ways to actively support their communities during the public health crisis. This demonstrates a shared commitment to your partnership where both sides are available to support one another through hard times.

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Candid

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Every year, Spotify releases Spotify Wrapped —a year-end roundup of the top music that its tunes-loving audience listened to that year. It’s a fun and popular way for folks to rediscover and reconnect with their favorite tracks from 2022. In it, Melissa provides an overview of the types of corporate support you can seek out.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 14, 2023

You can create and run an online campaign to support an offline appeal or an event. It also helps your potential donors understand where their money will go, why their money is needed, and the impact their gift will make. Nothing is more impactful than a well-done video with the right music in the background.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

Recruit loyal supporters to fundraise for your cause. Start by thinking about the values and themes people associate with the holiday, then find connections between those values and the cause your campaign supports. Recruit loyal supporters to fundraise for your cause. Create holiday-themed marketing materials.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

These designs go out into the world and truly do make an impact on people’s lives. We also encounter people at music festivals so sometimes we will cater our designs to fit those music genres. What do donors and/or supporters expect from TWLOHA in terms of design? What does a typical day look like for you?

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Events are a staple in the nonprofit sector, helping to meet various purposes like fundraising, donor acquisition, and supporter engagement. They are the most traditional type of event, taking place in a physical space where supporters can socialize with one another. Let’s get started! Personal interactions. Sponsor involvement.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Here are a few tried-and-true go-to items that will give your auction a solid foundation and appeal to all types of supporters. Musician’s clothing Costumes Musical instruments Include a certificate of authenticity with the item to reassure donors of its credibility. Here are a few creative packages and basket ideas to wow attendees.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

To make registration easy for your supporters, it is important to choose the right event ticketing software. Live entertainment, such as booking a band for attendees to enjoy live music or scheduling a distinctive speaker, can amp up donors about attending. If you’re hosting an auction highlight items with photos or videos.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

The goal of any fund-a-need appeal is simple: make asking for donations fun and easy by providing tangible examples of how funds will be used. Is your organization looking for funding to support one of its programs? Talk about how impactful their participation can be. Finally, use music! ” Make Giving Easy.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

These 31 ideas for online fundraising for nonprofits will help you reach your yearly goals and have fun while you do it! Video storytelling: Emotionally compelling videos showcasing your organization’s impact can help humanize your cause by showing the real people behind your organization’s efforts.

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Whole Whale

JANUARY 15, 2021

In 2019, Instagram entered the donation game with donation stickers that supporters can now add to their stories. The app allows a nonprofit’s supporters to sell amazing popcorn (we know, we tried it) to their friends with half of every purchase going to the nonprofit. Double Good. One Today by Google. Enroll Now. RoundUp App.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 26, 2021

They speak to supporters with authenticity and display your story in a way that easily grabs the viewer’s heart. What could your organization do with more financial support? Promo video: This type of video gets supporters excited about an upcoming event, fundraiser, or activity. Who received support?

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NetWits

MARCH 11, 2012

Through the Start Something Web Series they’re shedding light on the impact that Bigs have on Littles by telling their story through quality video they publish on their YouTube channel, share on their website and talk about on Facebook. Clearly it’s a fun app to play with, but the magic happens through user-generated content.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

It’s like a band with no director – everyone is playing their own song and together it’s just noise instead of beautiful chords of music. It can attract a lot of support, with donors and volunteers lining up to help. Here’s a fun, fast, and free leadership quiz you can take: [link] Not everyone is a born leader.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Now is the perfect time to thank them for all they’ve done to support you and those you serve. When we say your supporters should be thanked, we mean all of your supporters. Be sure to send a special thank-you letter to everyone who supported you this year. Here are some creative ways to thank your supporters.

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Achieve

MARCH 29, 2023

Did you know that many of your major donors may be eligible to boost their donations’ impacts without reaching back into their wallets? Thanking your major donors for their contributions is crucial for ensuring you’ll have their support for the long term. Gift baskets are fun to put together and even more fun to receive.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

We’ve put together over 30 fun nonprofit fundraising ideas for you to spring into this season. Think a walk-a-thon meets those highway sponsorship programs: Get supporters to sponsor teams at a rate of $X per pound of trash collected. Inspire your supporters to channel their inner Joey Chestnut and stuff their face for good.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

If you’re worried about getting your donors to participate in your fundraisers, come up with fun, creative ideas that will get your supporters excited enough to spread the word to their friends and family. When the holidays roll around, expand your giving day to celebrate the holidays with your supporters. Host a serve-a-thon.

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Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

Your online donation tool is one of the quickest and easiest ways for supporters to give to your cause. If you want to optimize your modern fundraising strategy, you have to meet your supporters where they already are— on the internet. Garner support virtually by asking for in-kind donations. Leverages common tools.

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Have Fun - Do Good

MARCH 5, 2009

For the last several years, Symphony Nova Scotia has been changing children’s lives with music. Through its Education and Community Outreach programs, the Symphony helps bring music into the lives of over 14,000 school children each year - students who may not otherwise have access to a symphony.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Creative stuff: Things unique to your organization including the ability to create art, music, poetry, dance, etc. Does anyone carve, knit, sew or create t-shirts… or fun food? Many sponsors and donors want recognition for their support. A dedicated blog post about a donor’s journey toward supporting the organization.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 11, 2019

Engaged current student and future alumni supporter : My daughter gets very excited when she hears talk about the university she’s attending. After graduation next year, she plans on financially supporting and staying connected to her alma mater. Engaged student and alumni turned non-supporter : . She will be one of the 26.3%

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

With the holidays just around the corner, spirits are high, our sense of community is strong and people are on the hunt for fun, festive activities—especially when they’re for a good cause. Choose a local river or lake (get permission first, of course) and watch your daring supporters take the plunge. Polar plunge challenge.

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Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 6, 2021

With the added challenges of widespread health concerns and social distancing guidelines over this past year and a half, fundraising professionals have had to rethink how they engage with supporters. Enabling a range of giving options maximizes the likelihood that donors will stay involved and continue supporting your work.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Now is the time to take a good look at your plans for the final months of the year and find a fun, unique fall fundraiser that will make you and your donors feel comfortable and supported. Ask your supporters to grab a glass of wine and join you to chat using GoogleHangouts, Zoom, or Facetime. Poncey Highland Community Garden.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 6, 2010

It also sparked a conversation on Twitter among some classical music people. “Wouldn’t it be cool to do something like that for classical music?&# And itís an opportunity to have some fun on Twitter and debunk some of those stubborn classical music myths. Of course, there are challenges.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 8, 2017

Talk about how their donation is positively impacting your organization’s mission. In terms of donor retention, that’s music to a nonprofit’s ears. Thank-you notes are a small tool that make a massive impact. Now’s the chance to have fun with your donors! 1 Week: Note. Months: Invitation. 2 Months: Survey.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

I’ve been busy interviewing people who work for nonprofits for my next book, The Happy Healthy Nonprofit: Strategies for Impact without Burnout , with Aliza Sherman. Activities are designed to support organizational wellness for greater productivity and morale boosts. Random fun from the IFYC “giddy committee.”.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 13, 2015

I just read a fun piece on Next Avenue called “5 Sesame Street Lessons We Need Again As Adults” by Bryce Kirchoff. It’s not about what you do, but what impact you are making. Think about movement and music. What Sesame Street Can Teach Us About the Giving Challenge – Guest Post by Susie Bowie. When All Else Fails, Dance.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 8, 2013

How Not to Choose a Donor Database Wednesday, November 13, 11:00 am PT: When Your Clients Tell the Story of Your Impact Thursday, November 14, 11:00 am PT Peer-to-Peer Fundraising: Meet Your Funders Where They Are Friday, November 15, 11:00 am PT: Introduction to User-Centered Design Craving some in-person interaction with fellow NTEN members?

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