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AmFund’s Best and Worst Dates for Special Event Fundraising

DipJar

Think about this: according to the National Center for Charitable Statistics , there are 1.5 And don’t forget about hurricane season! Late summer and early fall bring hurricanes to certain parts of the country. Avoid National Holidays. National holidays bring out a lot of competition! Consider your Competition.

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A Fundraising Cliff? What does the data say?

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

What about Hurricane Sandy? The Giving USA Foundation , which estimates national charitable giving over a 50-year span, reports that campaign fundraising has historically had no apparent impact on overall individual giving. Are people going to give less because they donated to Hurricane Sandy relief? Is it the economy?

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Why Building Resilient Networks Matter

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

As Hurricane Sandy was barreling up the Atlantic coast of the United States, a husband and wife in their early 90s, frail of body and mind though resolute (some would say stubborn) of spirit, finally gave in to the pleadings of their family. But her mind is keen and she is making sure she gets estimates in advance.

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What Is Volunteerism? A Guide to the History & Benefits

Bloomerang

According to the US Census Bureau , the top four national volunteer activities in the U.S. Emergency relief Emergency or disaster relief volunteers come into play after a major, devastating event, such as an earthquake or hurricane. The Great Depression saw a mass mobilization of volunteers to assist the unemployed and impoverished.

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Disaster Relief Memo to Fundraisers: Lessons for Sandy from Katrina

Tech Soup

As the east coast continues cleaning up from Hurricane Sandy, those of us who have been in the industry a while can't help but reflect on what this means for the fundraising sector and think back to the lessons of Katrina.

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Mobile Fundraising: A Complete Overview — Pt. 2 of 3

NonProfit Hub

Mobile makes it easy to mobilize donors at a moment’s notice, and it’s also much easier to inspire people to give on their mobile devices when there’s a specific goal in mind. #5. Many nonprofits choose to use mobile fundraising to fund specific projects. Capture new information. Animal rights.

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Cleaning Off My Desk for the New Year

Have Fun - Do Good

According to a study by the journal, Political Psychology , students who were already "community-minded" were not affected by community service requirements at their school, but students who were more "self-interested" developed a, "willingnes to donate their time to charity as well as a greater political awareness." Free Books for Kids!