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9 Ways to Use Text Messaging for Your Virtual Fundraising Event

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Get event registrants hyped before the big day! 6) Encourage pledges. Did you know that 49% of pledges are initiated through a text message link? Or that 84% of pledges opened during a fundraising event are fulfilled? It’s safe to say that pledge requests during your virtual nonprofit event are a must!

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Facebook Changes for Organization Pages: Focus On Results

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Flickr Photo by Lululemon. ” For nonprofits, some app developers, like Causes, are already envisioning types of nonprofit supporter actions on Facebook, such as Give and Pledge, which will allow them to prominently feature higher-value actions amidst the sea activity posted to Facebook everyday.

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Reflection and Analysis: Gnomedex Real-Time Social Fundraising Experiment

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Flickr photo by Beth. " As a marketing person, I would be annoyed if every promotion was successful and extremely hyped but did not somehow lead to a sale. And the network weaving. Plus the Whuffie factor. That's a prelude to all of this. This would fulfill my need "to belong" and be recognized.

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15+ Giving Tuesday Campaign Ideas (and Expert Tips) for 2021

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Here are some ways to spice it up even more: Ask supporters to send in song requests Offer a way for donors to pledge a certain amount of money to “dedicate” a song to a loved one Sell branded merchandise or refreshments during the concert Make your concert holiday-themed!

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11 Charity Auction Tips for Raising More Money

Neon CRM

Auction off your biggest, most expensive item (or the item that got the most hype during your event promotion) at or near the end. A traditional tactic is for attendees to fill out paper pledge cards, then give over the phone or via check or cash when a member of your staff follows up with them.

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20 Incredibly Easy Online Fundraising Ideas and Expert Tips

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Participants can raise funds through pledge fundraising or by paying an entry fee. Post photos of your first, second and third-place finishers on your social media pages and thank all involved for their generous support. Use your social media pages and email newsletters to build hype for your giving day starting a few weeks in advance.

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