Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Internal: These theories take into account our minds and bodies. I came across a brain scan by Dr. Chuck Hillman from University of Illinois Neurocognitive Kinesiology Laboratory. How people think and process information are one set of theories that include multiple intelligences , learning styles , and constructivism.

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Learning Theory Learning Brain Exercise 138

CauseVox

MAY 3, 2021

We’ll talk more about specifics below, but keep in mind that you’re trying to create opportunities for your participants to get more involved with your sponsors. Keep in mind that virtual events don’t come with many of the expenses that are involved in in-person events. It’s your job to find benefits that will make this happen.

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Kindful

AUGUST 9, 2021

Areas served: Illinois. The letter should tell them about your organization, the project you have in mind, the issue or need you seek to address and the amount of support you will need from them. California Community Foundation. Areas served: Indianapolis/Indiana.

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Education Grant Fund Resource 111

Qgiv

MAY 13, 2021

Instead, consider this: Northern Illinois Food Bank’s hybrid 5K/10K fundraiser raised more than $189,000! Another hybrid fundraising idea designed with kids in mind is a hybrid video game event. Nonprofit in action: This next example was designed with children and families in mind. Video game fundraising events.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

I bet a few different things just popped in your mind, didn’t they?) Getting grant funds is REALLY exciting! For one, it’s usually a lot of money. Think about it: what could your nonprofit do right now with a $5,000 check?? (I Also, getting a grant means a funder values your nonprofit and trusts you’ll put their money to good use.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

SOS Children’s Villages Illinois acquired 75% of their new donors for the entire year with their year-end peer-to-peer fundraising campaign. Keep in mind that some activities and events can require a lot more time, budget, and staff, so be very thoughtful about what you plan on top of all of your other year-end campaign activities.

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Guide Giving Campaign Social Media 73

Nucleus

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Here are two examples of positive 1st year revenue impact: 1) The Illinois Principals Association (IPA) exists to connect and empower school administrators so that they have the tools necessary to be innovative leaders and educate their staffs to make a difference in their schools and communities. “We And the proof?

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

SOS Children’s Villages of Illinois ran their annual holiday giving campaign through CauseVox for the first time in 2020. These are often the first activities that come to mind when considering peer-to-peer fundraising: runs, walk-a-thons (both virtual and in-person), bowl-a-thons , golf marathons , and even gala-style fundraisers.

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Fundraising Illinois Nonprofit Campaign 98

CauseVox

JULY 18, 2022

SOS Children’s Villages of Illinois ran their annual holiday giving campaign through CauseVox for the first time in 2020. These are often the first activities that come to mind when considering peer-to-peer fundraising: runs, walk-a-thons (both virtual and in-person), bowl-a-thons , golf marathons , and even gala-style fundraisers.

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Fundraising Illinois Campaign Raise 76

CauseVox

JULY 31, 2022

SOS Children’s Villages of Illinois ran their annual holiday giving campaign through CauseVox for the first time in 2020. These are often the first activities that come to mind when considering peer-to-peer fundraising: runs, walk-a-thons (both virtual and in-person), bowl-a-thons , golf marathons , and even gala-style fundraisers.

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Fundraising Illinois Campaign Raise 69

CauseVox

JUNE 1, 2021

Unrelated speaker: Have a standup comedian, yoga instructor, mindfulness coach, etc join for a fun activity. SOS Children’s Villages Illinois normally holds a toy drive during the winter months but this year they chose to create a campaign to raise money so the organization itself could safely purchase and distribute items.

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