NetWits

DECEMBER 1, 2011

The tie between online advocacy and fundraising is significant. So significant that organizations who run effective online advocacy campaigns followed by timely and relevant fundraising appeals are seeing double the fundraising response rates. Connecting Online Advocacy and Fundraising: The 1 Key to Success.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 26, 2024

Advocacy and education are integral to nonprofit board decision-making. Here are some steps your board should proactively be taking.

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M+R

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

A recent article by the Associated Press sheds light on a troubling trend: nonprofit organizations, particularly 501(c)(3)s, are becoming increasingly wary of lobbying and advocacy efforts. It’s a moment to boldly lean into advocacy, embracing it as a powerful tool for change and cultural disruption. Embrace advocacy.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 21, 2023

Your organization does much to advocate for industry issues—petitioning local and federal level politicians to generate support for association-backed programs. Member advocates are the backbone of your campaigns and the heart of your advocacy program. Get social. Leverage your online community. Make online expectations clear.

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Bonterra

JULY 23, 2021

Advocacy campaigns are the driving force of progress. They call attention to issues or problems, identify solutions, coordinate efforts of the masses, and work to bring about changes that will make our world a better place.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The report provides a snapshot of the sector, illustrating how donor behavior, staff mental health, public trust, and advocacy are tied together. The health and future of the nonprofit sector could be in jeopardy if changes are not made, reveals the "Health of the U.S. Nonprofit Sector: Annual Review."

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

If your nonprofit is stuck in rut or relying on a few big dollar donors or granting institutions for a majority of your funding, a grassroots fundraising or advocacy campaign might be just the answer you’re looking for. Here are eight expert tips to help make your nonprofit’s grassroots fundraising and advocacy campaigns more effective.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Forget which side of advocacy you might take, as of this writing 18 million fewer votes were cast in this presidential election compared to the 2020 race. She is an experienced executive who runs a $1 billion business and entrepreneur who sees an issue and brings partners together to remediate the problem. Where did all the fervor go?

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sgEngage

APRIL 11, 2022

Advocacy campaigns have evolved over the past few years, dramatically changing how nonprofit advocacy is conducted. While traditional methods can still impact supporters, more and more organizations interested in starting an advocacy initiative look to virtual campaigns first. Stay up to date on online advocacy trends. .

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Blue Avocado

JULY 17, 2023

Do you feel like your nonprofit is continually facing uphill battles when it comes to legislative advocacy? Advocacy is an art form, and to excel, you must master the language, tactics, and politics of it. You're not alone. Let's foster change together - one law at a time.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 3, 2020

Nonprofit advocacy campaigns are becoming increasingly popular to help advance the mission of organizations. However, many organizations are under the impression that they must divide their attention between their advocacy campaigns and their fundraising efforts. In this case, many decide to ignore advocacy altogether. .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

Even in the absence of tech failure, setting up a shared drive will allow new members to read through previous minutes to get context on issues of interest. A tech genius recovered most of it, but it took this extreme situation for the board to decide to adopt the cloud. 5) Display Tech Savvy. FULL BIO ].

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NetWits

JULY 12, 2011

Facebook Boosts Organizations Web Traffic, Advocacy, and Email Lists. 66% from advocacy organizations said they experienced an increase in people taking some type of action, like signing a petition. 70% of nonprofit staff said they that Facbook helped increase their website traffic.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 31, 2025

Every user is asked to rate the cleanliness of the Throne and can report any issues via text. Throne uses this feedback to optimize the cleaning schedule which relies on gig laborand rapidly respond to any issues. advocacy director for the Alliance for Community Transit, a coalition of transportation and housing organizations.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 4, 2023

The Pet Advocacy Network meets members at industry events to solicit feedback and share what Pet Advocacy is doing to showcase the industry and its issues. Vince Talucci of the International Association of Chiefs of Police went on a listening tour to solicit deep member feedback. Then, they act.

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Charity Village

JULY 7, 2023

The programs geared toward youth aim to deepen awareness and knowledge of global issues, build their leadership and advocacy skills […] The post Youth opportunities: Build leadership skills and learn about global issues appeared first on CharityVillage.

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CauseVox

MAY 27, 2021

Fundraising for advocacy organizations is tough, maybe one of the toughest types of fundraising out there. For advocacy organizations, sometimes the best you’ve got is not letting things get worse. Here are ten tips I learned in my years of fundraising for advocacy organizations about how to talk to donors in times of trouble.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

For example, cultural relevancea nonprofits ability to align with timely social issues and reflect the values of its audienceplayed a much bigger role in motivating younger people to give. Gen Z sees social media as a platform for self-expression and advocacy. It makes them feel good. It resonates with them personally.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2020

2) Advocacy CTA on the Union of Concerned Scientists blog. 6) Share commentary and CTAs about current issues in the news. A growing trend is to add large, visually prominent calls-to-action to the body of blog posts approximately halfway into the post. 3) “Donate Now” CTA on the Human Rights Watch blog.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

I see this firsthand as the chair of HERitage Giving Fund , the first Black giving circle established in Texas, where we’re evolving beyond grantmaking to incorporate intentional advocacy and philanthropy empowerment. Communities need members to voice their views, and giving circles offer a unique way to amplify them.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2019

In 2017, Race Forward merged with the Center for Social Inclusion to become the nation’s largest research, advocacy and services organization devoted to racial justice. More recently, security issues surrounding WordPress are prompting some organizations to look at static site generators (SSGs) such as Jekyll and Hugo. And so it goes.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Working with NGOs, thought leaders, and policymakers in DC for the last decade, she specializes in getting people to care about complex issues that might otherwise get ignored. Position your nonprofit as a trusted resource on social issues to establish authority. The landscape of nonprofit fundraising has changed dramatically in 2024.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 2, 2014

“Social Media for Social Good and Nonprofit Tech for Good have been my primary resources for learning how to communicate Indian conservation issues on a global scale. Digital Engagement/Production Coordinator. Thanks to Heather’s advice, we’ve been able build an international brand from our tiny corner of the world.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

By Michelle Chen , an independent scholar who recently graduated with a PhD in mass communications with a focus on advocacy, activism and social change. Donors, especially millennial donors, are motivated by specific issues and causes and typically do not have allegiance to specific organizations.

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M+R

JANUARY 8, 2024

Facing the Problem For so many issues I’ve worked on, the problem is not that we, the advocates, don’t have a solution. A legislative advocacy campaign must overcome natural inertia—a sufficient number of lawmakers must be convinced that taking action will have more benefit (or less backlash) than not taking action.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Data from our most recent report with Edelman Data and Intelligence highlights what many nonprofit and philanthropic leaders already know to be true: Trust is built from strong relationships, and it thrives on proximity—that is, how closely and directly we’re involved with an issue and work with the people who are affected by it.

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Candid

JUNE 3, 2024

SAGE (Advocacy and Services for LGBTQ+ Elders) is the only national organization dedicated to addressing issues related to LGBTQ+ people and aging. SAGE (Advocacy and Services for LGBTQ+ Elders) is the only national organization dedicated to addressing issues related to LGBTQ+ people and aging. Direct services.

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Candid

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Ask reactive donors to join your advocacy network, share across their network, or volunteer. Continue to share program updates and mission developments, but also offer other opportunities as part of stewardship. Keeping them involved in your organization in other ways strengthens their connections and loyalties.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 18, 2025

Whether the goal is donations, advocacy, or volunteer engagement, well-designed nonprofit marketing and communications can inspire action. A well-crafted mission- and impact-driven narrative helps people form an emotional connection with your organizationand that connection leads to donations, volunteering, advocacy, and engagement.

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

At Media Cause, we conceptualize advocacy as shifting the balance of power. Effective advocacy, which leads to systemic and cultural change, starts with the stories we tell—and believe—about our own experiences, community, and world. Identify Your Own Story What ignites your passion for an issue?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 2, 2013

These issues and the nonprofits listed below will be at the forefront of my activism this year as well as the recipients of 10% of my webinar income (more than $10,000 donated thus far!) The National Committee to Preserve Social Security & Medicare is a nonprofit advocacy organization fighting against Social Security & Medicare cuts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2021

One nonprofit client wanted to be mindful of their donors’ financial situations, they creatively adapted their fundraising campaign into an advocacy campaign. Instead of asking for donations, they requested that their donors share their social media posts and emails to raise awareness about the societal issue they’re working to resolve.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Okash and Opesa are some of tens other loan apps that were found to charge exorbitant interest rates and to have exploitative terms – like issuing 30-day loans instead of the 60 days stipulated by Google Play Store policies. It reported that most borrowers used the loans for daily needs instead of emergencies or for investments.

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M+R

OCTOBER 26, 2023

We’re officially one year out from yet another extremely consequential election (see: all the big issues on the line in the previous paragraph!) We’ll help you hone your advocacy and electoral roadmap and point you toward what you should be doing today to fight for progressive change in 2024. Also just a tad overwhelming motivating?

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Association Analytics

AUGUST 14, 2023

For instance, your association might consider creating advocacy campaigns and scheduling lobby days. It can even answer questions they have about issues impacting their industry and the resources your association offers to help them.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Today, in Milwaukee, the group has gone on to consider public safety, another issue that’s critical for restaurants. More likely to be successful in advocacy and public policy. These dynamics characterize partnerships like Nancy and Kristine’s: Mutual benefit over a broad range of issues and experiences.

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The Verge

OCTOBER 12, 2020

The Justice Department has a long history of anti-encryption advocacy. In 2018, five of the seven participating countries expressed similar misgivings in an open memo to tech companies, although the memo resulted in little to no progress on the issue from the industry.

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