The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 25, 2022

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Social Media Platforms for Nonprofits. It’s hard to be an expert in any one social media platform, yet legitimate businesses and nonprofits are expected to maintain several different accounts. Each platform has its unique set of uses and capabilities, reaching different kinds of networks.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 14, 2023

By Heather Mansfield , founder and editor-in-chief of Nonprofit Tech for Good Seventy-two percent of individuals say that the presence of a charity rating badge increases their likelihood of giving. All three programs are free to use, accept online donations for your nonprofit, and are nonprofit organizations themselves.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

By Rob Leighton , Executive Director and Founder at iMission Institute – a social sector marketing agency and technology consulting firm specializing in helping nonprofits raise more money, fire up engagement, and streamline work. You could talk to colleagues and others in your network to see what tools they love.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

There are dozens of ways to attract new members for your association, however one of the most effective methods is using social media. It has been estimated that more than half of the world’s population has at least one social media account. 1) Establish a presence on social media for your association.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

This is the ninth 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.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

By Peyton Leisner, Content Strategist at UncommonGood – an all-inclusive platform for nonprofits to manage their operations, marketing, and fundraising efforts. . A PSA is communicated via radio, television, online, and via other media formats without charge so that the public is aware of the issue/topic and can take action. .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Organization Name] is a global network of philanthropy organizations, changemakers, and critical thinkers committed to ensuring that philanthropy reaches its fullest potential by serving as a catalyst for social change and social progress. Plain Language Resources: Big Duck’s Plain Language for Nonprofits. Plain Language Example #2.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2023

Having a strategic social media communications plan in place is a must for nonprofits. billion social media users in 2021 – an increase of five percent from a year ago – it’s a valuable communication channel that should be part of your mix. Your donors and supporters are on social media and you need to be too!

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Non Profit Quarterly

APRIL 20, 2023

Image Credit: dole777 on unsplash After more than a decade of dominating the social media landscape, Big Tech platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter are in flux. For nonprofits, this moment presents an opportunity for a social media strategy “do-over.”

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 11, 2022

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Free Social Media Scheduling Tools for Nonprofits. Unless you have a dedicated social media manager at your nonprofit, you know that routinely sharing your stories on social media can take up a lot of your time.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 14, 2014

The following is an excerpt from Mobile for Good: A How-To Fundraising Guide for Nonprofits. In 2013 the number of nonprofits that hired part-time or full-time new media managers increased fourfold. It’s very difficult to find a new media manager that encapsulates all the skills listed below. Creative Thinking.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2018

By Becky Brooks , Director of Communications at Animoto , an online video maker that makes it easy to create marketing videos for social media and beyond. Unsurprisingly, other networks followed suit. Every year, Animoto surveys over 1,000 consumers to understand how evolving trends on social media are impacting purchase decisions.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Social media changes so frequently that unless your NGO has a full-time social media manager who has the time to consistently research and adopt emerging trends, odds are your NGO is using social media in ways that are no longer effective. It was the final presentation of the social media excellence webinar.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Fundraising events have always been a cornerstone of nonprofit organizations’ efforts to engage donors and garner financial support. But these events are not only about maintaining existing relationships; they also provide a unique opportunity to tap into the extended networks of your donors—by attracting their friends to your cause.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Consider these options when thinking about how to acquire donors for our nonprofit organization: 1) Use Google Analytics to determine how many visitors you have to your website. Social media sites are for relationship building. 3) Capture social media followers that visit your website.

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The Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 2, 2023

And since #GivingTuesday is fueled by online engagement, it’s the perfect time to focus on your social media strategy. Here are five ideas to help you step up your social media game this #GivingTuesday : 1. Here are five ideas to help you step up your social media game this #GivingTuesday : 1.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 29, 2013

According to The Foundation Center , only 45% of nonprofits are actively utilizing the power of social media to reach and interact with the public. According to most, using social media to communicate your message is not a choice it is imperative. Of the 45% of nonprofits using social media, only 40% use Twitter.

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

At Media Cause, we’re truly passionate about our clients and the causes they represent. What is Paid Media and Paid Media ROI? Paid media is any form of advertising that has a cost associated with it. This is when a campaign’s KPIs will tie directly back to the campaign investment to measure the paid media ROI.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 7, 2013

Nonprofits were the early adopters of social networks. The were active on Myspace, YouTube, and creating Facebook Groups long before most of the companies that are often praised for being the pioneers of social media. One of the reasons was that social networks were free to join and lacked monthly fees.

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NetWits

APRIL 3, 2012

Blackbaud, NTEN and Common Knowledge just released the fourth annual 2012 Nonprofit Social Networking Benchmark Report. We learned a lot of things, but one prevailing theme stood out — despite limited budgets and staffing, nonprofits continue to find great value in their fast-growing social networks. Tweet It!].

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

This is the fourth 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: Online Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 30, 2012

Large nonprofits usually have the expertise and resources necessary to launch and maintain successful online communications and fundraising campaigns. They’ve been able to hire some of the most well-trained and experienced staff, consultants, and designers that work in the nonprofit sector.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 22, 2013

Many nonprofits need social media training - they just don’t know it. There’s always room for improvement and unfortunately overconfidence in social media skills prevent many nonprofit staff from getting training that could significantly increase their social media ROI (Return on Investment).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2020

Nonprofits that embrace flexible work movement experience many benefits , such as increased productivity and retention and decreased expenses and pollution contribution. NTEN posts full-time nonprofit tech jobs and short-term opportunities at organizations working for social change. The good news? Bookmark your browsers!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 17, 2014

Thanks to a partnership with the Public Interest Registry , Heather Mansfield of Nonprofit Tech for Good was able to report live from the Nonprofit Technology Conference ( #14NTC ) last week in Washington, DC. Network for Good. Joleen Ong, Director of Marketing and Publications Nonprofit Technology Network (NTEN).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 17, 2022

This is the second webinar in a series of four that are part of a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits. Those who register for all four webinars will earn a Certificate in Social Media Marketing & Fundraising from Nonprofit Tech for Good.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 6, 2019

On Tuesday, June 4 Tereza Litsa ( @TerezaLitsa ), co-founder of the #ReclaimSocial podcast , will takeover @NonprofitOrgs for 24 hours to lead a conversation about the importance of being positive on social media. Your experience and advice on how to counteract the negativity and trolls on social media. How to Participate.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 4, 2013

For nonprofit admins that do not have the time to regularly research social media trends, it can be a battle to stay ahead of the learning curve. For those nonprofits that allocate staff time, embracing early adoption is key to social media success. Fans can “Save” your nonprofit’s Facebook Page.

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Candid

APRIL 2, 2024

Asking grantmakers for funding can be an intimidating process, especially for small or lesser-known nonprofits. For small or lesser-known nonprofits to fundraise successfully, they need a strategy focused on increasing public visibility and cultivating long-term and diversified funder relationships.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 1, 2022

In our increasingly interconnected world, about 82 percent Americans use some form of social network. Social media has become an important channel nonprofits can use to boost their outreach and fundraising capabilities.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 4, 2021

By Emily Rose Patz , Senior Copywriter at DonorPerfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. So much so that online revenue in the nonprofit sector grew by 32 percent in 2020. That’s why video engagement is quickly coming to the forefront of nonprofits’ digital strategies.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Now entering its sixth year, #GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media. To register for future free webinars, please see the Nonprofit Tech for Good Webinar Schedule. Social Media: Prepare in advance a month-long campaign. Best Practice #1: Start Promotion by October 28.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2020

This is the third 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: Website & Email Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits.

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TechImpact

AUGUST 26, 2014

We know our audiences are out there on social media. They’re busy retweeting, posting, sharing, pinning, and blogging on an array of social media websites and platforms across the Internet. And what’s this I hear about teens leaving Facebook for other social networks, is this true? But what social platform are they on the most?

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TechImpact

AUGUST 30, 2013

Some of the most current and meaningful stats about nonprofits and the digital realm, from sources such as Nonprofit Tech For Good , Waggener Edstrom , TechSoup , and the Artez Interactive. Social media: 56% of people donated to an organization because they read a story via social media. Email advocacy campaigns had a 3.5%

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2010

Organization: Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Title: Social Media Manager. What was the very first social media tool your organization utilized, and when? What social media tools are you currently utilizing? Who maintains your social media campaigns? Organization Size: Medium. Name: Allison Nassour. gid=104492.

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TechImpact

JULY 28, 2014

We all know that using social media to engage with constituents is a good idea. Aside from showing your dedication, can social media really help with fundraising, though? The more ways your nonprofit is generating leads when fundraising, the better. The more ways your nonprofit is generating leads when fundraising, the better.

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