The Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This #GivingTuesday, consider building anticipation for the big day and keeping your organization top of mind with a series of countdown posts. Supporters take a photo of themselves along with their own giving message and post on social media to build awareness for your cause. DuPage Animal Friends did just that for #GivingTuesday.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

Photo by Beth Kanter. We need to reflect inward and examine our motivations, patterns, and use of technology – understanding when we’re mindful and not. Even though I was “offline,&# I couldn’t completely escape reminders of how social networks have become a part of our lives.

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Robert Weiner

JANUARY 9, 2009

Today I received spam from a site called Frens Zone that will allow me to make money off my social network. You are rewarded with valuable points whenever you post photos, videos, blogs, comments. But maybe I’m being small-minded. earn instant cash by just referring your friends. The more you referred, the more you earn.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 4, 2021

Even though you won’t be networking in person, with online fundraising tools, you can still share success stories, celebrate your donors, energize your audience, and stay on brand the same way you would at an event that’d cost big bucks to put on. To break up the monotony, you’ll want to post photos, videos, links and graphics.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Some 95% of teens ages 12-17 are online, 76% use social networking sites, and 77% have cell phones. In addition, 96% of those ages 18-29 are Internet users, 84% use social networking sites, and 97% have cell phones. Being strategically future-minded. Synthesizing (being able to bring together details from many sources).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 30, 2010

It gave me space to give social media use some mindful attention. The product-driven learning is mindful, mostly linear, and focused. Many years ago before the digital cameras and children, my husband used to spend many hours combining two past times: birding and photography. What is your system for professional learning?

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

Known as the largest professional social networking platform, LinkedIn is the go-to resource for millions of job-seekers, professionals, and businesses to network and connect. Before you can begin networking, you need to create your company page. Optimize your photos. Network and create an outreach strategy.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

Launched on May 5, 2003, LinkedIn is a social network for professionals. Their use of the social network is mostly inconsistent and without strategy – the 10 best practices below are meant to change that. Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. LinkedIn Pages.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 10, 2018

The first question that probably comes to your mind when reading this headline is – “Pinterest? As a general trend, women make up more of the population on social networking sites than men do – but on Pinterest, they make up a whopping 81% of active users. Pinterest is aspirational. What you pin reflects who you want to be.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 4, 2021

Keep in mind what platforms fit your audience. This is your opportunity to inspire emotionally with stories, videos, and photos. Photos and videos will help you tell stories with emotional impact. Show that you care by following up, participating, and networking with your community. billion users.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 6, 2010

This post shares a few observations about Networked Nonprofits. Networking: Weaving Online and Offline, Strong Ties and Weak Ties. I have been experimenting with how to deliver “networked&# presentations and workshops. As always, lots of fun to actually see my co-author, Allison Fine , in person.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

From Mother’s Day campaigns raising money for breast cancer research to Christmas fundraisers collecting gifts for children in need, great holiday fundraisers stick in your mind for years afterwards. Volunteers share their campaign pages with friends, family, and the rest of their personal networks.

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NetWits

JULY 16, 2012

Here are some of the key findings/takeaways from my presentation … (keep in mind that these apply to schools as well as any other nonprofit trying to effectively use Facebook as part of their online strategy). Make the Most of Your Cover Photo. Your Facebook cover photo is prime real estate. Use photos as much as possible.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 2, 2021

With that in mind, it’s time to start thinking about your millennial engagement strategy. From making purchasing decisions to charitable giving, they are more likely to respond to advice and requests from within their network than to outside advertising. Main photo courtesy of Jopwell.com. They hate ads and value authenticity.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 6, 2014

I’m honored to be part of the Schusterman Philanthropic Network and Jim Joseph Foundation for #NetTalks , a free, five-part webinar series for Jewish professionals who want to tap into the power and potential of alumni networks. The description: Using Social Media to Engage and Inspire Your Alumni Network.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 6, 2011

Flickr Photo by Lee Haywood. Prior to the holidays I ignored them because I just couldn’t stomach “yet another social network.” So, what made me go check it out? Ironically, it was my post “ Reflection on Networked Professional Learning &# where I linked to a post on Social Networks from Stephen Downes.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2011

So much so that many nonprofit professionals are overwhelmed by the all choices – and as the Mobile Web and related start-ups continue to grow, prepare to be mind-boggled by all the new technology options available to your nonprofit in coming years. It’s a throwback from social networking circa 2006. 2dCode :: 2d-code.co.uk.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 19, 2009

Casey Foundation's " Making Connections " initiative Part of the Making Connections core approach uses (offline) social networks. You can read more in this series of five reports that looks at the definitions, research, power, practices, and insights relating the impact of social networks on family strengthening and community change.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 19, 2010

How networked nonprofits use twitter. How Networked Nonprofits Use Twitter. I had the pleasure of designing a panel about how Networked Nonprofits use Twitter with Claire Williams of Twitter and Danielle Brigida from NWF. Photo by KK. He spotted the Networked Nonprofit in the Wiley booth on the exhibit floor.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 18, 2011

So much so that many nonprofit professionals are overwhelmed by the all choices – and as the Mobile Web and related start-ups continue to grow, prepare to be mind-boggled by all the new technology options available to your nonprofit in coming years. It’s a throwback from social networking circa 2006. Dipity :: dipity.com.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 14, 2022

If you’re a cancer research foundation or a hospital network, you don’t need to pivot to working on antiracism or climate action. Be sure to tailor your messages to each medium — don’t cross-post the same photo and slogan to every social network. Their world is big — and everyone in it matters. Make your message shareable.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2021

Just as you should be growing your social media followers by sending them the first invitation to connect, you should begin following the nonprofits and businesses in your area for networking opportunities. 6) Secure matching gifts for your next fundraising campaign. 9) Ask donors to simply share your social media posts and emails.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 24, 2021

With this in mind, let’s unpack ways that you can make your donors feel acknowledged and appreciated as a crucial partner in your cause. Highlighting your donors in a photo album or digital slide show. For example, you can make a photo album of your top donors, and include a photo and biography on each with their permission.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Ensure your landing pages are not only clear but also visually appealing by adding photos and videos that align with your branding. For instance, a dance studio might share photos of their contemporary students performing at a competition to entice prospective students to sign up.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2020

When using WhatsApp to engage with various stakeholders, nonprofits have to be mindful of incorporating the various digital storytelling elements discussed above in order to ensure a successful engagement with those stakeholders. WhatsApp is a useful tool with which to apply the elements of good storytelling. 2) Information Hub.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 29, 2023

In the donor’s mind, they can’t close the loop on the gift until they receive a receipt. Photo or video of how their gift is being used. The right photo or video can really hit the donor squarely in the heart. If the donor’s gift was used to buy laptops, a photo of students on the new laptops will hit the right note.

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Achieve

AUGUST 18, 2023

Come up with a catchy title for each item, ensure your descriptions are skimmable, and add relevant photos. This way, supporters can quickly sign up for your auction while it’s top of mind. On the other hand, many social media videos are shorter and vertically oriented, so keep this in mind as you create each of your videos.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 12, 2021

Set up a chatroom on your website or through a “messenger” feature on your most active social networks for your community to be able to connect with each other. Speed networking for fun and donations. Encouraging connections on social networks. Connect with your attendees through your social media networks. Fun and games.

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OneCause

MARCH 14, 2023

With this in mind, how should your nonprofit go about effectively marketing your next fundraiser? Targeted information about the event should continue to be released up until several days before the event to remain top of mind with potential guests as well as those already confirmed.

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Achieve

AUGUST 12, 2021

The real power behind appealing to this age group with your peer-to-peer fundraisers lies in the fact that they’re tech-savvy, have connections with like-minded individuals, and are willing to put in the work to help worthy causes succeed. . Communicate with your audience by showing engaging photos of your work or a testimonial.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 24, 2020

Meico Whitlock (Mindful Techie) leads the NTEN Board in a meditation meeting opener. My first remote job was to work with a virtual team to manage an online network for artists, called Artswire. Who am I checking in on or connecting with in my network today? Or the last photo in their phone. Hat tip/ Jen Bokoff ).

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sgEngage

MARCH 29, 2021

Choose a cover photo and write a description about their connection to your cause. For example, choose an engaging and impactful mission statement and cover photo for your nonprofit’s page. Payout Processed via Network for Good. Search for the charitable organization that they want to raise for and select it.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 28, 2011

. —– Whether you are part of a nonprofit organization, an action campaign, a local community, or a school, you know that it is through stories you can showcase your work, change people’s minds, inspire them to make change, or join you to make a difference. Animoto isn’t a new tool, but it is still in my top five.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

” Beyond that, only add information and photos that you’re comfortable sharing with others: Again, to re-iterate Google Profiles are public and the information you add to your Google Profile can be viewed by others when you are participating in various Google Products. Upload at least five photos to your Google+ Profile.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 31, 2013

Photo by Gary Clark. I facilitated two programs for grantees of the Packard Foundation based on my book, Measuring the Networked Nonprofit and designed and currently facilitating a peer learning exchange for the Knight Foundation for its community foundation partners that are hosting Giving Days. What is your theme for the year?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 5, 2021

Since then, the network has grown exponentially, not least due to the millions of kids taking to the streets through initiatives such as Fridays For Future , The Sunrise Movement , and different youth-led lawsuits. Help children that are worried or are experiencing eco anxiety by finding a group or organization with like-minded people.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Use your About page as a jumping-off point and go more in depth, using engaging historical photos, maps, and documents as much as you can. Adding high-quality images can also help your SEO, and it’s a great opportunity to showcase your nonprofit’s photos. Mind blank of ideas? Long-form writing performs better with SEO.

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