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11 Tips for Making Nonprofit Press Releases Social and Shareable

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Social media has forever changed how nonprofits and journalists distribute and consume news stories, yet the format of nonprofit press releases has not evolved at all. Almost every communication medium out there has been impacted by the rise of social and mobile media, but not press releases. 3) Include a photo on your press release.

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6 Steps to Get the Press to Tell Your Story

NonProfit Hub

Even so, getting attention from the shrinking, but highly diversified, press pool still takes persistence and creativity. Here are 6 steps to get the press to tell your story: 1. Reporters do not wait at their desks for press releases to arrive. Don’t wait for them to call. Start small. Make your website media-friendly.

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10 Powerful Online Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

That’s why video engagement is quickly coming to the forefront of nonprofits’ digital strategies. The best thing about incorporating video in your strategy is that no special skills are needed. All you have to do is plan your personal message, then press record. The more personal your interactions with supporters, the better.

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10 Blogging Best Practices for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

News articles on your website can serve the same function as blog posts on your website provided they are dated and written like a blog post, not a press release. Posts can be as little as 250 words with a featured image or as long as a 5,000-word photo essay. Embed images and videos that are consistent in size. Bold hyperlinks.

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Top 5 Instagram Best Practices for Nonprofits

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At the time this book went to press, the Instagram tool set was limited primarily to sharing photos or 15-second videos, adding text-based captions, and liking photos. When the event is over, you can convert the images into a web-based slideshow using Slidagram or a video slideshow using Flipagram.

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Advocacy for everyone: 6 ways to help your supporters take action

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If possible, include a photo of the stakeholder! With click-to-call functionality, advocates simply press a button to be connected to one or multiple elected officials—all you need to do is provide the talking points so that they’ll feel confident in their message. Lobby days (in-person or virtual!)

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An 11-Step Guide to Successful Crowdfunding Campaigns for Nonprofit Organizations

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1) Choose the right fundraiser images and videos. Interesting and informative content can truly set your fundraiser apart from the rest, and the right photos can help tell your story in a unique way. Here are a few tips about choosing photos that can lead to fundraising success : Stay away from using grainy or unclear images.

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