Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 24, 2012

Note from Beth: Last week, I wrote about the launch of LinkedIn’s Board Connect tool that helps nonprofit identify potential board candidates through searching the networks of their board members on LinkedIn. An excellent addition to my collection of curated LinkedIn resources. Now I serve on the board of Praxis Housing.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Invest in the right software. Let’s take a closer look at each step of the process. The first stage of the volunteer recruitment process is finding the right people for the right roles. Invest in the right software. Set goals for your volunteer program. Craft a mission statement. Create a leadership team.

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Volunteer Hub

AUGUST 1, 2021

We could not achieve our goals and provide the support we do to the community without our volunteer’s commitment to the cause,” said Mary Bachman, Director of Volunteer Resources, Catholic Charities of St. With the support of volunteers, we are able to effectively engage with individuals experiencing homelessness in D.C.

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Qgiv

MARCH 31, 2021

Provide resources, 4. To pull off a peer-to-peer campaign, you’re likely going to need dedicated fundraising tools. Qgiv offers a peer-to-peer solution with customizable fundraising pages, gamification tools, and data analytics abilities. If it is only taking place online, the venue concerns are not the same.

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Qgiv

MARCH 31, 2021

To succeed, all you need is the right approach, which requires an understanding of both what Ad Grants can do and what your organization can do. Take this short quiz to find out! If you haven’t done it yet, take the quiz and grab the 3-step checklist to start applying. What can success with Google Ad Grants look like?

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Qgiv

JUNE 22, 2021

And, since all virtual engagements are facilitated by your digital tools, it’s the perfect method of collecting valuable data and determining if and where engagements are dropping off. To host a virtual peer-to-peer event successfully, you’re going to need the right tools and resources at your disposal.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2011

That doesn’t mean organizations sit back, relinquish all responsibility and control, and wait for the community to take action. Actions and messages were contextualized based on the issues and discussions taking place at both the global and local level. The community, partners, government, are all necessary for really making a change.

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Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

Are you ready to take your virtual fundraising to the next level? Your online donation tool is one of the quickest and easiest ways for supporters to give to your cause. Leverages common tools. For instance, top nonprofits will now accept debit cards, credit cards, electronic checks, and even tools like Apple Pay or Venmo.

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Qgiv

APRIL 28, 2021

So if you’re looking for virtual fundraising ideas for schools, you’re in the right place! One of the most important steps you can take when planning your next fundraising event is to look at your past fundraisers to see what went right … and what could be better. Use Data From Past Events to Set New Fundraising Goals.

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Tech Soup

MAY 11, 2015

Prashant and his co-founders identified a need for local data about buildings and real estate in Detroit and discovered that the city was under-resourced when it came to the technical tools needed to collect it. The app also has a built-in survey tool as another means of collecting data. Helpful Tools. Referral Services.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

The mission of Upwell is to condition the climate for change in marine conservation, and ready people to take action. Public opinion polls provide some types of insight, but take time and money. The tools we use to do this work are not immediately obvious. What is Big Listening? Why Your Nonprofit Should Be a Big Listener.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2012

The report captures a conundrum in measuring social change movements or networked approaches. Outcomes for “ wicked problems ” can be easily counted – policies passed, housing the homeless, educating children.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 7, 2019

Provide donors with matching gift resources. The matching gift search tool informs the donor about the necessary forms required by their employer. Community organizations (animal shelters, homeless shelters, child welfare, etc.). Recognize the benefits of matching gifts. Follow up with donors about matching gifts.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Giving Tuesday is a day of global generosity and charitable giving that takes place on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving in the United States. Taking part in Giving Tuesday can mean many different things—from participating in an organized service project to donating to a nonprofit to smiling at a stranger. Encourage social sharing.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 5, 2019

2) Choose the right people. To find the right people, be curious and open. Skipping right to how or what you’re looking for turns an exciting opportunity into a potentially drab set of tasks. I’m not saying you skip the tactical discussions, just don’t jump right there as step #1. 5) Provide the necessary tools.

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NTEN

MARCH 19, 2010

Interested in knowing how to prioritize resources, analyze a donor database, create mobile applications or visualize community indicators? Visit Better The World at booth 46 to take a quiz for your chance to win an Apple iPad (that’s right – an iPad!). We can help you with that. Better The World in booth 46.

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NTEN

MARCH 19, 2010

Interested in knowing how to prioritize resources, analyze a donor database, create mobile applications or visualize community indicators? Visit Better The World at booth 46 to take a quiz for your chance to win an Apple iPad (that’s right – an iPad!). We can help you with that. Better The World in booth 46.

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EveryAction

MARCH 29, 2023

Component 1: find your people Before we dive into messaging specifically for acquisition and engagement, it’s important to take a step back and consider the big picture. Once this is established, you can lean into the urgency of why this issue or cause needs to be addressed right now and why you need your audience to do so.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 17, 2007

It is an internal assessment tool which helps organizations figure out what parts of their online strategy are working, and what parts might need tweaking. I don’t think we want homeless shelters, food pantries, mental health organizations, etc., And the mission of the organization matters too.

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Care2

MAY 9, 2008

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" It’s a great opportunity for summer camps, homeless shelters, halfway houses, etc.

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Care2

MAY 8, 2008

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" It’s a great opportunity for summer camps, homeless shelters, halfway houses, etc.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 18, 2007

Extension programs use wikis, flickr, blogs, tagging, and other tools to share information and content. Guide your students to conversations and resources. Take a look at Technorati and try doing a keyword search for ???? Are you spending organizational resources writing outreach materials to your program participants.

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Achieve

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In this guide, we’ll explore key nonprofit crowdfunding advantages and review the steps you can take to launch an effective campaign—let’s begin! Crowdfunding is a safe way to make the most of your resources without sacrificing your goals. That said, do your research to find the right fit for your organization.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 3, 2009

I guess I look at it like this: if you give a hundred people tools to lay bricks, you'll likely get a hundred small structures. If you give a hundred people the tools to lay bricks and get them working off a shared plan, then you can build anything you want. He also had concerns about the apparent disjointed effort underway.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 9, 2021

Full Transcript: Steven: All right. We are here to talk about the board’s role in fundraising and resource development, one of my favorite topics, and we got one of my favorite people also here to talk about it. But don’t do that right now because we got Sabrina Walker Hernandez joining us from beautiful Texas.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

This page will be updated as more Giving Tuesday resources come to light. However, if you found that it took time away from year-end fundraising, attracted donors who lapsed quickly, and didn’t have an amazing fundraising yield, you may decide to take advantage of the day, but scale back on your efforts. .

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

Full Transcript: Steven: All right, Marie, I got 2:00 Eastern. Steven: All right, awesome. We are here to talk about reporting impact, specifically creating tools and some good processes to do that for your donors. But don’t do that right now because I’m excited about this one. Marie: Absolutely.

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Bloomerang

JULY 31, 2021

Full Transcript: Steven: All right, Rachel, I got 2:00 Eastern. Steven: All right, awesome. But don’t do that right now. So I don’t want to take up too much time from you except to say thank you and you’re awesome. Thank you for taking the time to learn a little bit more, discuss grants.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

I also encountered quite a few people asking very similar questions, or looking for the same resources. For perspective, I imagine you immediately ask where are we on this roadmap right now: We are in the social space. And in each of these we will talk a bit about tools, tactics and strategies. Analog Tools.

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Non Profit Quarterly

AUGUST 8, 2022

Sadly, this portrayal of poverty, homelessness, and frustration while seeking help is an honest one. Putting the right tools and processes in the hands of social good providers. Imagine families enhancing their income and quality time together because navigating services no longer takes days, weeks, or months.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 5, 2021

If that’s the case, it’s time to take a fresh look at your marketing strategy, get creative, and find areas for improvement. Take a multichannel approach. We help equip nonprofits with the tools they need to pursue better online fundraising efforts, such as well-designed digital donation forms and a text-to-donate platform.

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

They are in one or many channels and your job as a nonprofit marketer is to deliver the right message to them at the right time—ultimately convincing them to spend their attention, time, and money with you. But to accomplish this digitally, I think we must also add this: on the right channel. Why is it important for nonprofits?

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Take the time now to be strategic and thoughtful about the next few months. Taking Care of Veterans Today, So They Can Have Brighter Tomorrows. Or to help you eliminate your waiting list so every homeless person can get medical care. Get the right photo or illustration to go with the story. Every Kitten Deserves a Chance.

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VisionLink

MAY 17, 2013

Alternately, if you can foresee circumstances where you would want to support crisis calls, homeless intake, elderly services, disaster relief, and other family service programs (through your own offices or through partner agencies), then you are looking for a software solution that is designed to support multi-purpose, multi-partner use.

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Have Fun - Do Good

APRIL 25, 2008

Anisha Desai is the Executive Director of the Women of Color Resource Center. Founded in 1990, the Women of Color Resource Center promotes the political, economic, social and cultural well-being of women and girls of color. Desai came to the Women of Color Resource Center from a Deputy Director role at United for a Fair Economy.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

This makes segmentation a necessary tool for your nonprofit to develop relationships with a large number of supporters at once by showing that you care in an efficient and effective way. . Average donor retention has stayed right around 45% for years, as shown in the graph below: . That’s why nonprofits need donor segmentation.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Full Transcript: Steven: All right. Steven: All right. That’s right. There’s all kinds of resources you can take a look at, watch videos to get a sense of what we’re all about. But don’t do that right now. Jackie: All right, we can move this, play from start. Kari: All right.

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