Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2023

In 2019, we did a deep dive on AI & Giving to look at the landscape of fundraising tools & platforms using AI and the implications. The creative tool saves them time by writing the first draft and also allows the fundraiser to repurpose that saved time in building a deeper and better relationship with other donors in their portfolio.

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Media Cause

MARCH 20, 2024

Nonprofits can maximize their impact by utilizing MarTech tools and platforms to do the heavy lifting. Marketing technologies, like social media tools, email marketing platforms, and content management systems, can help organizations spread their message, engage with supporters, and attract new donors and volunteers. #

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Whether it’s via a chatbot, a human, or some combination of the two, dialoguing in real time is a powerful tool to build sales and loyalty. Talking with customers at the beginning of their journey creates an authentic experience that gets the relationship-building off to a quick start. I frequently write about Association 4.0

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 18, 2024

In the 19 years since we’ve been through multiple early adoption phases of new social media — first Facebook and Twitter and then LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest, and Tumblr. That said, the early adoption phase of Threads is unlike any other. The people using Threads are early adopters and they are looking for something different.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

The team at Giveffect , comprised of former nonprofit professionals and technologists with experience working closely with nonprofits to build the best all-in-one nonprofit software solution, compiled the top three tips to increase volunteer engagement. Open communication will help build long-lasting relationships with volunteers.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 6, 2024

Boosting outcomes with an all-in-one platform OR Enhancing emotional connections with an all-in-one giving platform Modern platforms like Bloomerang are not just tools; they’re catalysts for emotional engagement. This automation frees up valuable resources, enabling your staff to focus more on strategy and relationship building.

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The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Nonprofits are integrating AI faster than the private sector, with 58% of nonprofits using AI with their communications platform as a service (CPaaS) solution, compared to 47% of business to consumer (B2C) businesses in the private sector, according to new data from tech firm Twilio.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

This is because forging solid relationships with donors is as crucial as the educational programs you support. Nonprofit CRMs and fundraising solutions are tailored specifically for the distinct needs of nonprofit entities, acting as all-encompassing platforms for fostering relationships with donors, volunteers, and other key stakeholders.

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Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Whether discussing the latest industry trend on your online community platform or registering for your annual event, members want to connect with their organization from the convenience of their mobile devices. But has your association yet considered the financial potential of adopting text-to-give technology?

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sgEngage

JUNE 3, 2024

As AI has become more and more ubiquitous in our day-to-day lives, corporations and nonprofit organizations alike have adopted AI to increase efficiencies and reduce manual work. But AI can’t build relationships. According to a survey by Google.org , over half of nonprofits (58%) are now using AI for some daily operations.

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EveryAction

APRIL 5, 2023

They can help drive a culture of adoption , which allows leadership to focus on change management activities to ensure you succeed with significant tech shifts. You’ll want to approach this project in phases, and build a solid foundation first to help you create lasting change. Let’s dive in.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Events Start building member engagement by empowering your volunteers to promote your next association event to their personal and professional connections. You can build member engagement by leveraging your association’s online community platform. Build your diverse base of volunteer mentors, then begin recruiting mentees.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Avoiding fundraising mistakes requires a delicate balance of strategy, communication, and relationship-building. Solution: Invest in a dedicated donor management system or customer relationship management (CRM) software. Cultivate relationships with individual donors and build a sustainable base of support.

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Media Cause

JUNE 29, 2024

Leveraging AI for Donors Cultivating Donor Relationships with AI AI can help nonprofits cultivate and strengthen relationships with major donors by analyzing donor data. This targeted approach can help build stronger relationships and increase the chance of securing significant donations.

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Greater Giving

JULY 5, 2024

In-person events have several advantages: Build lasting partnerships with event vendors. Nurture personal, face-to-face relationships with supporters. You’ll need to plan activities such as polls and breakout sessions to build a sense of community. Easy data collection and enhanced engagement using event technology platforms.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

With AI showing up as a wonder tool in nearly every platform we use, it’s no surprise that every industry, every business unit is suddenly racing to adopt AI. For example, let’s say you’re building a CRM to track relationships with your donors. There’s a lot to consider when building responsible AI.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

By strategically recruiting individuals who bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the table, you can build a board that’s well-equipped to drive your organization forward with confidence and purpose. Adopt technologies that simplify collaboration and enhance communication , like board portals or other real-time tools.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 20, 2024

Platforms like VolunteerMatch can help find dedicated individuals passionate about your cause. Building strong relationships with local businesses and organizations can lead to mutually beneficial partnerships: In-Kind Donations: Approach local businesses to donate goods or services.

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Amy Sample Ward

APRIL 16, 2010

&# and asking myself if these events aren’t just disruptive to members and users, but also huge signs that we need a new way of building. Building networks, communities, connections, campaigns, and our work. When I start thinking about this, I come back to three main issues with the current way we build: 1. But not money.

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Museum 2.0

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

They helped conceive it, plan it, and build it. The Lost Childhoods exhibition is a platform for 100+ partners to share their stories, artwork, ideas, projects, volunteer opportunities, and events. Nine years ago, I wrote a post called The Future of Authority: Platform Power. The power IN the platform is real.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2024

But it’s important to remember that strong donor relationships go beyond just financial support. By understanding what matters most to them, nonprofits can tailor their messages to build a sense of community and shared purpose. Without their kindness and support, many nonprofits would struggle to achieve their goals.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 31, 2020

By Stephanie Kanak , Content Strategist at Donor Perfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. Build A Multichannel Donor Strategy. We’re establishing a strong social media following and developing a reliable digital marketing plan that ties donors to online giving platforms like our website.”.

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Achieve

MAY 24, 2024

By regularly texting your supporters, you can show the value in supporting your organization, develop deeper relationships, and encourage recurring giving. Building up a robust contact list is easy when you have a strong multichannel marketing strategy. This way, you can maintain strong donor relationships built on trust and respect.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

While these platforms can help charities reach wider external audiences, they also give space for anonymous and polarized opinions around the deserving or undeserving beneficiaries. Further regional qualitative research highlighted globally needed changes to the narrative around cost of fundraising and the impact of the nonprofit sector.

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sgEngage

MARCH 11, 2024

Ultimately, this helps major gift teams focus on what matters most—building relationships with donors and helping their organization make an impact. Build relationships with your community : As a major gift officer, your goal is to build long-lasting relationships with donors.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

According to Salesforce Customer Success Metrics , organizations that adopt Marketing Cloud report a 27% decrease in costs to acquire new constituents. When you invest in Sales Cloud, your association can diversify its revenue stream and build stronger relationships with members and one-time customers. Service Cloud.

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Media Cause

JUNE 29, 2024

Looker – Looker is a data platform that provides real-time data access and business intelligence. Snowflake – Snowflake is a cloud data platform providing data warehousing, sharing, and analytics capabilities. Gemini – Gemini is a versatile platform developed by Google DeepMind. Learn more and sign up here.

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Nucleus

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Among other uses, it was adopted in 2015 by the ASAE Foundation for an industry-wide research project. They started with one simple query-style report that took three and a half weeks to build. At ACOG, Mark had his teams focus on “member touchpoints” and made the top priority looking for low-hanging fruit projects in Member Services.

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sgEngage

APRIL 17, 2024

By marrying design principles with insights from behavioral science, nonprofits can create more engaging and efficient donation platforms that enhance the donor experience and boost conversion rates. Data from early adopters illustrates the tangible benefits of a seamless checkout process. Want to know more?

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 6, 2022

At Xperience, Nimble AMS customers and software staff presented their success with the platform and how to best utilize the association management software (AMS) to reach association goals. Customers love working with form-building apps like Form Stack, Form Assembly, Form Titan, and 123 Form Builder. Optimizing the power of CRM.

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sgEngage

JULY 15, 2023

Donor relation management is the process by which organizations organize donor data and maintain donor relationships to support a long-term donor infrastructure. Segment Donors The biggest tip for building a beneficial relationship with donors is understanding the person behind the donation.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Qgiv is excited to unveil its strategy for embracing AI and machine learning across the platform with its latest set of features, Fundraising Intelligence by Qgiv (Fundraising IQ). This automated security measure has resulted in a 97% drop in card testing on Qgiv forms.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

SMART goals are the foundation of your social media strategy and should be tied to building brand awareness, increasing engagement with your community, or raising more funds. Social media helps you build more connections within your community, allowing you to raise more awareness and money for your cause. Engagement. Fundraising.

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Allegiance Group

AUGUST 1, 2024

It’s also essential to remember that Gen X is used to a more personalized relationship with brands. Are you effectively developing relationships with their children — Gen X — to ensure the family gifts and support continue? Speaking of family-based donor relationships, enter Gen Alpha. Who Is Gen Alpha?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

New digital platforms and tools enable universities to operate efficiently, manage risks effectively, and coordinate resources effectively on and off campus, while reducing costs and helping the institution scale beyond traditional boundaries. Lifelong Learning to Lifelong Relationships. Learner-Centric Impact.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

This representative should be dedicated to building lasting relationships with members and helping your organization fine-tune culture, products, and services to meet their changing needs. One unpleasant experience jumpstarts the leap to another platform, product, or service.” With the right mindset, everyone can be a CXO.

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Candid

AUGUST 22, 2023

Modern uses of AI, such as machine learning, include understanding text, recognizing people and objects in images, and figuring out who you might know on social media platforms. Then, I will share our vision for how we will use generative AI to build future solutions that lend further value to the social sector.

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