Candid

AUGUST 7, 2024

Despite working in diverse geographies and issue areas—from environmental justice to workforce development, arts education to grief support—these nonprofits share similar concerns about the risk of engaging in policy advocacy. nonprofits across the country. But they don’t have to. Most nonprofits make the same choice.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 31, 2023

The group a lso worked to gather support for various economic development policies. Advocacy is an integral part of the work of any association. Dedicate space on your association website to update members and stakeholders about your advocacy efforts. Host advocacy events. Enhance your website. Boost member communications.

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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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EveryAction

AUGUST 25, 2022

This week’s topic: digital advocacy forms. What are digital advocacy forms? Digital advocacy forms are tools used to move nonprofit supporters to take action in support of your mission—no matter where they live. Why should nonprofits use digital advocacy forms now? Advocacy is for everyone.

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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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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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Bloomerang

AUGUST 19, 2024

First, clearly explain the role of advocacy during the recruitment process and address and eliminate any misunderstandings. Then, give them easy ways to engage in advocacy. Advocacy sparks public awareness, debate, and progress on the most important issues facing our society and impacting your charity.

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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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EveryAction

JULY 12, 2017

Across the country, state and local governments make meaningful policy decisions that affect nearly every issue - from preventing gun violence, to protecting the environment, or safeguarding LGBTQ rights. That’s why we expanded EveryAction’s industry-leading advocacy tools to include Local Advocacy. Send us an email !

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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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EveryAction

MAY 30, 2023

Virtual lobby days may be accessible to more people than in-person events; new supporters may be looking for a lower-barrier way to get involved; and virtual events can help you build the power in numbers that any organization needs for a successful advocacy effort. Looking for more ways your technology can boost your advocacy program?

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EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

When you have a goal to meet—like asking a governing body to sign a bill into law, telling a CEO or other stakeholder to change a behavior or policy, or meeting goals around educating decision-makers on your issue area—you know you can’t do it alone. You need to activate your base and to move the needle on your issue.

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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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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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EveryAction

JULY 12, 2023

If your organization conducts federal advocacy, be sure to transition volunteers into your federal campaigns. Conduct a tell-a-friend campaign Your nonprofit volunteers likely have friends or family members who share their passion for your issues. He can be reached at Brian@RubensteinImpact.com.

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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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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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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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EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

If your nonprofit does advocacy, you know that with this work, there are almost always consistent patterns of crisis management leading to later periods of denouement and down time. MESG Marketing Mary Getz, principal and founder Yes, it’s true—when an issue is breaking there is a flurry of activity. Here’s what they said.

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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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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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Amy Sample Ward

DECEMBER 26, 2011

In less than a month, over 1,700 other cities started Occupy events – both in solidarity to the thousands protesting around the clock in New York’s financial district, and with a loud voice that these issues are not unique to the US. The updates and first-hand accounts bring attention to a movement and generate more participation.

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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

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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Amy Sample Ward

DECEMBER 3, 2010

You can also join the conversation on Gizmodo about the same issue, “Why Does Apple Make Donation Apps So Hard?&#. As Beth shared in your post: “I love my iPhone,but I don’t want to support a company that is so nonprofit unfriendly.

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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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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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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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 28, 2010

We don’t use it like we use Facebook, for advocacy, fundraising, and relationship building. We started out by listening and found many people asking questions about us or our issues. Twitter is the one that surprised me the most. For us, Twitter is primarily a public relations/customer service tool. Please summarize your ROI.

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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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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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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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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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The MatrixFiles

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Higher education and the media have been hard hit with trust issues. Members are increasingly distrustful of government and jaded about advocacy, leading to less engagement in advocacy and government affairs. Execs agreed on the importance of educating members about trust issues in their field.

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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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