Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 14, 2010

But as a bonus, I learned from Facebook expert Mari Smith , that sandwich boards and window clings with Facebook and Twitter IDS are an effective technique to close the loop between offline and social media. to track how your online social network activities are driving offline actions. I've also been reading about tips.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 4, 2010

As he shared the story, I had some questions about weaving offline/online collaboration within networks. We most typically think of the offline/online as a sequence somewhat like this: Small group meets face-to-face - builds trust. How can you effectively weave offline/online work in a network?

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

When we discuss peer-to-peer fundraising our focus often is on the online components; however, the offline activities surrounding our event allow us to improve relationships and connections with our supporters, thus potentially improving our online outcomes. And these relationships can be vital to fundraising success. Event Kick Off.

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Candid

APRIL 2, 2024

When recruiting board members, think about how you can maximize your organization’s connections offline. Aim to make your pitch a dialogue rather than a monologue by being interactive and open to questions about your work. In turn, this will help the potential funder easily understand how you serve the community.

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fusionSpan

JUNE 14, 2023

Choosing Refund Method: Staff now have the flexibility to not only return the refund to the original form of payment, but now they can also select offline refunds, including, among other things, checks, which can then be returned by mail!

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M+R

APRIL 5, 2023

Offline, you can find him mixing a new cocktail or trying a new dessert recipe. Click here to answer a few questions (and be entered to win a sweet Goldbelly gift certificate)! From women’s rights, international aid, to non-profit theatre, he’s seen it all. The post Google, define: equity and inclusion first appeared on M+R.

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Tech Soup

JULY 19, 2017

I like how the exercise shows that some posts are better if sharing is the main goal, while other posts (especially questions) are better at sparking conversation and generating comments. The other influencer can be that as a card is passed around that has a lot of engagement (stickers), that could either spur or deter folks.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 14, 2011

I recently did a guest lecture at The New School on the topic, I’ve had countless conversations with colleagues and friends, and I’ve been capturing ideas and questions to myself on scraps of paper everywhere. Create opportunities for taking action that bridge online and offline, and start moving people on both sides of the computer.

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Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

Topics: Thanks to the rich conversation in last month’s chat, we have our main questions selected already. But, you can still add thoughts ahead of time, or share more questions that we may get to or save for another upcoming chat. Building a loop between online and offline community activities.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2010

As I started to collect my thoughts, though, I realized that my impressions and recommendations were really applicable to any tweetup or offline gathering of online networks. NFPTweetups and other events where online networks come together offline are unique opportunities and hear from practioners and colleagues and get the “real story.&#

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Forum One

JANUARY 27, 2009

We've been helping groups for many years with ways to have a little more influence and get a little more impact out of their online and offline events. Let users submit questions for pre-formed panels in advance using a simple form, or even an email address. Check it out ! We've got a number of presentations from various events.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

This will leave no question among donors about who is handling the funds. 8) Promote your fundraiser offline. If you’re looking to extend your reach beyond social media, there are numerous tactics to help your fundraiser gain more visibility offline. Include a detailed budget that shows how every dollar will be used.

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Bloomerang

JULY 26, 2021

Then ask yourself these questions: Is your mission clear and compelling (i.e., Here are some questions to ask: . Is it easy to see how to give offline? And there’s nothing more inconvenient than having to look up a contact if you need a question answered. . Commit to responding to questions personally.

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Pamela Grow

AUGUST 2, 2023

Multichannel without question. And even digital fundraising powerhouse NextAfter has conducted studies that reveal that multichannel has 212% more revenue than offline only. And, according to ANA/DMA, “Direct mail still pulls a higher response rate than any marketing medium.” Where do you begin?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

Giveffect, for example, offers online applications with options to customize fields and questions. Create opportunities to ask open-ended questions to continue learning about their skills and interests and ask for feedback within your communications to improve your programs. The information is stored securely and is easily accessible.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 7, 2023

If they made an offline gift, mail a personalized thank you letter within 48 hours. Include “insider” contact information so they have someone they can easily reach with any questions. Make your donor engagement survey brief, including just a handful of questions that will help you show them you know them in future communications (e.g.,

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Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2021

Knowing which donations were included in each deposit, how the fees were calculated, and getting the answers to questions that arise, can be overwhelming. . The same Bloomerang support team that supports all your other Bloomerang needs will be able to answer any questions during signup, or on an ongoing basis. Easier Reconciliation.

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TechImpact

JULY 30, 2014

This is a question I ask myself, and web masters around the world ask themselves, on a daily basis. But these are all the intuitive questions, the obvious stats. Implement offline conversion tracking. Image courtesy of Google User Content. Google Analytics, where would I be without you?”. Piece of cake.

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NetWits

APRIL 10, 2011

Affiliate programs, organic search traffic and even offline advertising scored higher than social. So, the question remains, Facebook is a great platform for many things, but is it useful for fundraising? of non-profits were able to raise over 10k through Facebook in 2010.

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NetWits

APRIL 12, 2012

The question for me is, “Is this major gifts fundraising ?” But I would suggest what I think are two important points: It’s an Offline Process. Major gifts fundraising, the process of cultivating and soliciting a “stop-and-think” gift, is primarily an offline process. Two Questions for You.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 3, 2010

I’ve had experience organizing communities offline in local communities, and organizing community online – but the kind of organizing that inspires me the most is combining online and offline. If you want to take a peak at where we may go in the conversation, review the questions below. How to Participate.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 20, 2010

Last night was the first in what will now be a monthly chat for community builders or those interested in learning more about building community, on and offline. The two main questions explored were: Why build online communities? We already have two questions selected for the September chat generated in the August chat.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 7, 2011

—– I recently posted about Jumo with reflections, notes from my experience using the new platform, and questions – this post has also generated a great deal of valuable conversation in the comments (over 70 thoughtful comments so far). On & Offline Engagement. But the action, the real social change, is offline.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Join online fundraising communities and ask lots of questions and monitor for great ideas. Approach area businesses to donate items to an online or offline silent or live auction. Find an expert on anything and turn that expertise into paid online or offline classes. Facebook , Reddit , LinkedIn , and Twitter have great options.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 26, 2010

We're asking them all to share their answers to five very important questions. Both of my sessions focus on best practices, lessons learned, and the things organizations need to know to be community organizers and community builders, on and offline. I actually had to look up the Muppets to answer this question!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 12, 2008

provocative questions, offers an alternative view, and helps facilitate fresh insights or alternative sources of information or expertise." This has been invaluable learning process because Dave's insights have sparked the above reflections. (Here are a few resources defining critical friends - here , here and here ).

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

We should approach offline action as one of many channels available to us to reach our mission. We should expand that view and definition of multi-channel to include offline action and mobile messaging/text. For many organizations and groups, the offline actions are most critical and yet most often forgotten. Start small.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 27, 2009

What makes TechSoup's forums work is that each forum has multiple people monitoring it and making sure that no question or inquiry goes unanswered. I became a forum moderator a few months ago, and ever since, my inbox is perpetually full of messages like, "Can someone handle this question about Symantec licensing?"

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 26, 2010

Or are you looking to move from online community to offline event coordination? These monthly chats part of the #4Change network and are open to anyone interested in learning and sharing about building community, on and offline, with the use of social media or other technology tools. Maybe across multiple countries, or even continents.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Thousands of nonprofits use EveryAction every day to raise money, manage offline fundraising through pledges and grants, send emails, run nonprofit digital advocacy campaigns, and so much more. It's offline fundraising tools were built for development pros. Higher Conversion Rates = Raising More Money. Get support when you need it.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 16, 2010

Most of us would probably agree that social media indeed can enhance offline events, but does it always? Can social media also diminish offline events? There are so many tools we can use to try and enhance offline events. 4Change March Chat Questions: What’s the potential benefit of using social media to cover events?

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Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 20, 2013

When it comes to focusing on the right data, I like to ask myself these two questions. Unless you are going to open up the volunteer opportunities, I question whether reporting that you have 20 volunteers, at least as your lead metric, is helpful at all. Is data helpful if you aren’t using it? We collect a lot of data.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 4, 2020

In your pre-event communications, make attendees aware of the feature and encourage them to ask questions during live speeches and presentations. Make sure the presenter or speaker knows that there might be questions from the audience so the can periodically check the chat. Program Networking Sessions.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 17, 2022

Technically this can be done with common pledge forms on or offline. There are questions on how long is typical to give for fulfilling pledges, ideally it should at least be within the fiscal year of the nonprofit. So let’s talk about how to get those bags of money now vs later. Pledge Now, Pay Later Tools. B Generous.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 10, 2021

The key to successful fundraising is asking smarter questions. We’re here to talk about “Raising More Money By Asking and Answering Better Questions.” There’s also a Q&A box specifically, your questions might be a little more visible there if you use that one. We’ll take questions at the end.

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NetWits

MARCH 8, 2012

And because fundraising continues to shift from offline to online nonprofits are faced with a growing need to find new and innovative ways to do fundraising through online sources. The move towards a multichannel fundraising approach (online and offline) is becoming more and more critical to long-term success.

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 24, 2009

It’s always great to meet offline with folks you’ve already had conversations with online. Petra wanted to a short interview before the event was over and she asked some interesting questions, like: What’s so powerful in social media for social entrepreneurs. What are your answers to Petra’s questions?

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