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At the very beginning of my digital storytelling career, I didn't spend a lot of time on the pre-production. I also take the time to come up with a Plan B, C, and D for the day of filming. When you're building a movement, video is an indispensable storytelling tool. MORE
Geospatial mapping is an increasingly hot topic in large-scale natural disasters, including Hurricane Sandy and the Oklahoma Tornadoes. As technology continues to advance, data mapping is moving from being a powerful tool for specific cases to being a new norm in all disaster relief. MORE
I recently started going to the Interactive part of the conference and it has been an exciting learning experience every time. Author: Josh Shepherd. I understand that it's August, but I can't stop thinking about March. It's cooler outside and March Madness is going on. MORE
Below are a few items related to timing that you will need to keep in mind when planning your email welcome series. This approach will enable you to control the timing of your messages, as well as your first ask. Experiment with timing. Play around with the frequency, and review your metrics to help you determine the optimal timing. This feature saves administrative time and effort. Author: Jennifer Atkins. MORE
Now it’s time for you to show us YOUR culture! Let me open by saying that I have a prize to give out, but you have to read to the bottom of the post to learn more. MORE
Donor software with credit card updater integration allows you to send automatic messages to folks like Susan so that you’re staying on top of the issue without having to chase down donors - not to mention, it keeps those sustaining gifts coming in and saves you a ton of time. MORE
Map Out Your Campaign Narrative— One of the best uses of your time as you prep for year-end giving is to map out your campaign narrative. Carve out time for your regular storytelling workout and you’ll see how consistency pays off by December 31. MORE
"Stories strengthen communications and presence for leaders," explains Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence. She recommends you consider adding stories to your communications when you : Want to motivate others and paint a picture of what's possible. MORE
Time is perhaps one of the most valuable resources that we have, especially for nonprofits. How do you stay productive and make sure that every minute is contributing to the fulfillment of your organization''s mission? MORE
Once you've got something drafted, take the time to test your emails. Show them what you can achieve with their help and you’ll earn their donations, their volunteer time, and their trust. Test one variable at a time. Crafting smart and effective emails can be challenging. Every list is different and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to writing effective emails. Luckily, there are a few tried-and-true principles to guide your writing. MORE
The forthcoming First-Time Leader book by George Bradt and Gillian Davis begins with a discussion of taking charge of your new team and then tracks through BRAVE leadership components from the outside in. MORE
The First-Time Leader book by George Bradt and Gillian Davis begins with a discussion of taking charge of your new team and then tracks through BRAVE leadership components from the outside in. First-Time Leader is, as the title aptly describes, for first time leaders, explains Bradt. "It MORE
Over time, funders expect grantees to do more and more with less and less—a cycle that slowly starves nonprofits (1). In just about any place you look today for advice on fundraising, overhead is being discussed. MORE
Creating a Request for Proposals can be labor-intensive, time consuming, and stressful, but it's a lot easier when you're not starting from scratch - so we've put together a template that you can fill out as you go, which already contains the structure, sections, and language you'll need. MORE
The experts at the store got me thinking about technique and tools in a way I never considered.Did you know if you pair a thicker roller with a heavier handle and a higher quality primer-included paint you will achieve an evenly colored wall in half the time and in only one coat? I thought “time-suck” was my only option. What I realized that with a greater investment up front—of both my time and money—I would be better educated and better equipped to handle the job ahead of me. . MORE
It’s a special time of year following consumer-driven Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday, when people around the world rally behind the missions that speak to their hearts. And it’s time to talk strategy. MORE
Organizations that can’t hire as many employees as their for-profit counterparts turn to volunteers who give their own free time without expecting financial compensation Volunteers are the lifeblood of most non-profits and charitable organizations. MORE
With campaigns that will be on your calendar year after year, you’ll spend less time planning your schedule and more time fundraising. Big recurring campaigns anchor an annual fundraising schedule, allowing you to fill in the time between them with smaller one-time campaigns. MORE
Make a detailed plan for all of the outreach you’ll do throughout your Giving Tuesday campaign efforts - putting the time into writing it all down ahead of time will save you from scrambling at the last minute or forgetting anything important in the campaign rush. MORE
If I’ve learned anything in my 35 years in fundraising it’s that there really isn’t enough time. Enough time to test before investing the entire budget on a “great” idea. Enough time to learn how to maximize the new ideas that promise to revolutionize fundraising. MORE
Once your board understands how their help fundraising connects to the success of the organization and you’ve provided clear support, it is time to start working. Getting development teams and their nonprofit boards to work in alignment can be challenging. MORE
Did you know that Facebook is doing real time tracking of voting today? John Haydon , who is a social media specialist that I have referenced numerous times , has a great brief video showing you what Facebook is up to. First, I hope you vote today ! MORE
Are you a first time visitor to this blog. Please leave a comment. Thanks for stopping in and we hope you will return MORE
A clean and complete contact record saves time and provides fundraisers with the full picture. For fundraisers, the clarity of each donor contact record matters. Development teams need to know how the relationship with each donor has evolved over the years. MORE
The First-Time Leader book by George Bradt and Gillian Davis begins with a discussion of taking charge of your new team and then tracks through BRAVE leadership components from the outside in. First-Time Leader is, as the title aptly describes, for first time leaders, explains Bradt. "It MORE
Building out an email list is a science; each factor from your subject line to the length of your email body, to the timing of your send can contribute to your list growth. MORE
“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness …”. Does it seem like the opening lines of Charles Dickens’ Tale of Two Cities sum up the times we’re living in today? MORE
When is the best time of year to promote your planned giving program? Analytics Donor Strategy fundraising Goals planned giving prospect research TimingDo planned giving efforts have a beginning and an end? MORE
Glitch Torpedoes Give Local AmericaThe NonProfit Times : "Technical difficulties brought Give Local America to a screeching halt yesterday, forcing some communities to extend the 24-hour crowdfunding event for at least another day." 'via via Blog this MORE
With the giving season quickly descending upon us, it’s time to start turning our attention to our holiday fundraising efforts. And we think it might be time to stop calling them selfish. MORE
Taking a little extra time to add a personal touch can make all the difference, for political campaigns and nonprofits alike. MORE
Often, the training on-site is the beginning of project which includes facilitating sessions remotely across time zones. I know many nonprofits that work globally, either with affiliate offices or partners in different countries, sometimes with a time zone difference of 6-12 hours. MORE
Almost one quarter of time spent on the computer is for social networking. That’s a 43% jump in time spent on social networking in just one year. How much time have you spent on social media yourself? Tags: Research Tools socialmedia time nielsen MORE
What can I write about to help them through this crazy time besides end-of-year fundraising? This time of year, the only thing nonprofit pros need more than fundraising ideas is more time and money to implement them. MORE
Due to the potentially historic damage of this storm, VisionLink successfully created a unique geo-tagged map to chart--in real-time--the damage reports from those in the storm''s path. MORE
Now that you need more volunteers, it is time to share your vision and let it be contagious. When people see their friends make time for your organization, they’ll be more likely to pick up a shift, too. Respect their Time. MORE
These are unprecedented times. As a result, nonprofits find themselves in an equally unprecedented situation, where passion, advocacy and cause demonstration are at an all-time high. MORE
"Stories strengthen communications and presence for leaders," explains Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence. She recommends you consider adding stories to your communications when you : Want to motivate others and paint a picture of what's possible. MORE
Have you ever caught a glimpse of yourself in the mirror and thought it might be time for a change ? Wherever you are in your organizational timeline, if you’re experiencing one or more of these criteria, it might be time to consider a brand refresh—or a comprehensive rebrand. MORE
As it becomes a bigger part of the marketing lexicon , "going viral" has become everyone’s holy grail, but does that approach to nonprofit campaigns make sense for your organization? nonprofit campaigns campaigns MORE
Nonprofit fundraising events are a great way to raise money and increase your organization’s profile at the same time. This data will give you real-time knowledge of confirmed attendees, and help you follow up with supporters to make sure you get as many attendees as possible. MORE
Mid-level donors are well-worth your time and attention. Once you’ve identified your mid-level donors, it is time to start developing a mid-level donor program. Once you’ve named your program, it’s time to determine what perks you’ll share with these donors. MORE
Custom reports offer a real-time picture of your supporters across all channels. Track ROI of a given ad campaign over time, and pull custom, robust reports to measure success. #16. Save time with marketing automation. MORE
If you and your staff find yourselves doing too many things at once without any clear direction, it might be time to hire an executive director. Hiring any full-time staff member, especially an executive director, isn’t a decision you should take lightly. MORE
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AUGUST 2, 2010
Almost one quarter of time spent on the computer is for social networking. That’s a 43% jump in time spent on social networking in just one year. How much time have you spent on social media yourself? Tags: Research Tools socialmedia time nielsen
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MAY 6, 2014
Time is perhaps one of the most valuable resources that we have, especially for nonprofits. How do you stay productive and make sure that every minute is contributing to the fulfillment of your organization''s mission?
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Have you ever caught a glimpse of yourself in the mirror and thought it might be time for a change ? Wherever you are in your organizational timeline, if you’re experiencing one or more of these criteria, it might be time to consider a brand refresh—or a comprehensive rebrand.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 2, 2018
The First-Time Leader book by George Bradt and Gillian Davis begins with a discussion of taking charge of your new team and then tracks through BRAVE leadership components from the outside in. First-Time Leader is, as the title aptly describes, for first time leaders, explains Bradt. "It
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
OCTOBER 9, 2018
Now that you need more volunteers, it is time to share your vision and let it be contagious. When people see their friends make time for your organization, they’ll be more likely to pick up a shift, too. Respect their Time.
Connection Cafe
FEBRUARY 24, 2015
Now it’s time for you to show us YOUR culture! Let me open by saying that I have a prize to give out, but you have to read to the bottom of the post to learn more.
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OCTOBER 10, 2018
Make a detailed plan for all of the outreach you’ll do throughout your Giving Tuesday campaign efforts - putting the time into writing it all down ahead of time will save you from scrambling at the last minute or forgetting anything important in the campaign rush.
EveryAction
OCTOBER 7, 2015
What can I write about to help them through this crazy time besides end-of-year fundraising? This time of year, the only thing nonprofit pros need more than fundraising ideas is more time and money to implement them.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JANUARY 26, 2018
The First-Time Leader book by George Bradt and Gillian Davis begins with a discussion of taking charge of your new team and then tracks through BRAVE leadership components from the outside in. First-Time Leader is, as the title aptly describes, for first time leaders, explains Bradt. "It
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
SEPTEMBER 24, 2018
Custom reports offer a real-time picture of your supporters across all channels. Track ROI of a given ad campaign over time, and pull custom, robust reports to measure success. #16. Save time with marketing automation.
Connection Cafe
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
If I’ve learned anything in my 35 years in fundraising it’s that there really isn’t enough time. Enough time to test before investing the entire budget on a “great” idea. Enough time to learn how to maximize the new ideas that promise to revolutionize fundraising.
TechImpact
OCTOBER 17, 2014
With the giving season quickly descending upon us, it’s time to start turning our attention to our holiday fundraising efforts. And we think it might be time to stop calling them selfish.
Connection Cafe
MARCH 25, 2015
The experts at the store got me thinking about technique and tools in a way I never considered.Did you know if you pair a thicker roller with a heavier handle and a higher quality primer-included paint you will achieve an evenly colored wall in half the time and in only one coat? I thought “time-suck” was my only option. What I realized that with a greater investment up front—of both my time and money—I would be better educated and better equipped to handle the job ahead of me. .
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
OCTOBER 18, 2018
Taking a little extra time to add a personal touch can make all the difference, for political campaigns and nonprofits alike.
NonProfit Hub
OCTOBER 9, 2018
If you and your staff find yourselves doing too many things at once without any clear direction, it might be time to hire an executive director. Hiring any full-time staff member, especially an executive director, isn’t a decision you should take lightly.
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Creating a Request for Proposals can be labor-intensive, time consuming, and stressful, but it's a lot easier when you're not starting from scratch - so we've put together a template that you can fill out as you go, which already contains the structure, sections, and language you'll need.
VolunteerMark
MAY 17, 2016
Organizations that can’t hire as many employees as their for-profit counterparts turn to volunteers who give their own free time without expecting financial compensation Volunteers are the lifeblood of most non-profits and charitable organizations.
Connection Cafe
AUGUST 29, 2018
It’s a special time of year following consumer-driven Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday, when people around the world rally behind the missions that speak to their hearts. And it’s time to talk strategy.
AFP Blog
AUGUST 20, 2013
Are you a first time visitor to this blog. Please leave a comment. Thanks for stopping in and we hope you will return
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Building out an email list is a science; each factor from your subject line to the length of your email body, to the timing of your send can contribute to your list growth.
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
SEPTEMBER 21, 2018
Mid-level donors are well-worth your time and attention. Once you’ve identified your mid-level donors, it is time to start developing a mid-level donor program. Once you’ve named your program, it’s time to determine what perks you’ll share with these donors.
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
AUGUST 28, 2018
Nonprofit fundraising events are a great way to raise money and increase your organization’s profile at the same time. This data will give you real-time knowledge of confirmed attendees, and help you follow up with supporters to make sure you get as many attendees as possible.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
SEPTEMBER 15, 2017
Often, the training on-site is the beginning of project which includes facilitating sessions remotely across time zones. I know many nonprofits that work globally, either with affiliate offices or partners in different countries, sometimes with a time zone difference of 6-12 hours.
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
AUGUST 29, 2018
With campaigns that will be on your calendar year after year, you’ll spend less time planning your schedule and more time fundraising. Big recurring campaigns anchor an annual fundraising schedule, allowing you to fill in the time between them with smaller one-time campaigns.
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
SEPTEMBER 26, 2018
Once your board understands how their help fundraising connects to the success of the organization and you’ve provided clear support, it is time to start working. Getting development teams and their nonprofit boards to work in alignment can be challenging.
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
OCTOBER 3, 2018
Donor software with credit card updater integration allows you to send automatic messages to folks like Susan so that you’re staying on top of the issue without having to chase down donors - not to mention, it keeps those sustaining gifts coming in and saves you a ton of time.
VisionLink
APRIL 15, 2014
Geospatial mapping is an increasingly hot topic in large-scale natural disasters, including Hurricane Sandy and the Oklahoma Tornadoes. As technology continues to advance, data mapping is moving from being a powerful tool for specific cases to being a new norm in all disaster relief.
Connection Cafe
AUGUST 20, 2010
I recently started going to the Interactive part of the conference and it has been an exciting learning experience every time. Author: Josh Shepherd. I understand that it's August, but I can't stop thinking about March. It's cooler outside and March Madness is going on.
VisionLink
JANUARY 29, 2015
Due to the potentially historic damage of this storm, VisionLink successfully created a unique geo-tagged map to chart--in real-time--the damage reports from those in the storm''s path.
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
At the very beginning of my digital storytelling career, I didn't spend a lot of time on the pre-production. I also take the time to come up with a Plan B, C, and D for the day of filming. When you're building a movement, video is an indispensable storytelling tool.
Connection Cafe
JUNE 20, 2012
Below are a few items related to timing that you will need to keep in mind when planning your email welcome series. This approach will enable you to control the timing of your messages, as well as your first ask. Experiment with timing. Play around with the frequency, and review your metrics to help you determine the optimal timing. This feature saves administrative time and effort. Author: Jennifer Atkins.
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
SEPTEMBER 14, 2018
Map Out Your Campaign Narrative— One of the best uses of your time as you prep for year-end giving is to map out your campaign narrative. Carve out time for your regular storytelling workout and you’ll see how consistency pays off by December 31.
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
AUGUST 24, 2018
Once you've got something drafted, take the time to test your emails. Show them what you can achieve with their help and you’ll earn their donations, their volunteer time, and their trust. Test one variable at a time. Crafting smart and effective emails can be challenging. Every list is different and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to writing effective emails. Luckily, there are a few tried-and-true principles to guide your writing.
EveryAction
JUNE 3, 2015
As it becomes a bigger part of the marketing lexicon , "going viral" has become everyone’s holy grail, but does that approach to nonprofit campaigns make sense for your organization? nonprofit campaigns campaigns
Connection Cafe
APRIL 20, 2015
Over time, funders expect grantees to do more and more with less and less—a cycle that slowly starves nonprofits (1). In just about any place you look today for advice on fundraising, overhead is being discussed.
NCE Social Media
NOVEMBER 6, 2012
Did you know that Facebook is doing real time tracking of voting today? John Haydon , who is a social media specialist that I have referenced numerous times , has a great brief video showing you what Facebook is up to. First, I hope you vote today !
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 27, 2018
"Stories strengthen communications and presence for leaders," explains Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence. She recommends you consider adding stories to your communications when you : Want to motivate others and paint a picture of what's possible.
AFP Blog
MAY 5, 2016
Glitch Torpedoes Give Local AmericaThe NonProfit Times : "Technical difficulties brought Give Local America to a screeching halt yesterday, forcing some communities to extend the 24-hour crowdfunding event for at least another day." 'via via Blog this
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JANUARY 31, 2014
The forthcoming First-Time Leader book by George Bradt and Gillian Davis begins with a discussion of taking charge of your new team and then tracks through BRAVE leadership components from the outside in.
The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
A clean and complete contact record saves time and provides fundraisers with the full picture. For fundraisers, the clarity of each donor contact record matters. Development teams need to know how the relationship with each donor has evolved over the years.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
APRIL 12, 2018
"Stories strengthen communications and presence for leaders," explains Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence. She recommends you consider adding stories to your communications when you : Want to motivate others and paint a picture of what's possible.
Connection Cafe
DECEMBER 14, 2012
When is the best time of year to promote your planned giving program? Analytics Donor Strategy fundraising Goals planned giving prospect research TimingDo planned giving efforts have a beginning and an end?
Connection Cafe
FEBRUARY 5, 2018
“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness …”. Does it seem like the opening lines of Charles Dickens’ Tale of Two Cities sum up the times we’re living in today?
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