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NonProfit PRO
APRIL 25, 2024
Quorum and Axios announced a new integrated policy news and legislative tracking solution with premium news subscription.
Candid
AUGUST 7, 2024
Discussing budgets and policy was uncomfortable for the partner—and not something her nonprofit typically does. 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.
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EveryAction
JUNE 21, 2023
Why LGBTQ+ advocacy is always-on from here on It’s more important than ever for LGBTQ+ organizations to effectively advocate on behalf of LGBTQ+ people. While there’s often increased attention on issues affecting the community during Pride month, meaningful and lasting change happens when advocacy happens year-round.
EveryAction
JANUARY 11, 2023
He likely didn’t have grassroots campaigns in mind when he uttered those words, but Twain’s advice is spot-on for grassroots advocacy practitioners as they make a plan to engage the new Congress. Many organizations delayed their policy agenda-setting until they were certain which party would be in control of each chamber of Congress.
Beneblog: Technology Meets Society
DECEMBER 16, 2013
For many years, people frequently suggested that Benetech , the nonprofit tech company I founded and lead, get more involved in Washington, DC policy and legislative action. Our longest-term donor, the Skoll Foundation , went so far as to introduce me to a DC-based advocacy firm. Isn’t that where good ideas go to die?” I was wrong.
Nimble AMS
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Many associations use data-driven decision making to move their missions forward, advance public policy, and enhance advocacy programs. Read our blog to discover how one association leveraged its AMS to improve its decision-making process and advance advocacy efforts with real-time data. What challenges did MTSBA face?
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.
EveryAction
JUNE 23, 2023
Whether your organization advocates for policy change on the national, state, or local level, mobilizing your supporters to place advocacy calls to their legislators is one of the most powerful tools at your disposal—and with support from the right technology, it can also be one of the most convenient. Building an advocacy campaign?
The NonProfit Times
OCTOBER 28, 2024
There is an acrimonious presidential election in just a few days and the current political climate in the United States requires a measured approach to advocacy. They frame their advocacy within their mission and needs of their communities. Advocacy efforts are mission-driven. said via a statement. “It
Top Nonprofits
APRIL 20, 2022
If you’ve ever led an advocacy campaign, you know that it has an incredible number of moving pieces. That’s why planning is the most important stage in your advocacy campaign. Throughout the planning and action stages of your advocacy campaign, you’ll collect a ton of data. Set clear campaign goals and identify a timeline.
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.
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.
Nimble AMS
APRIL 21, 2023
Member advocates are the backbone of your campaigns and the heart of your advocacy program. Read our blog to discover how to advance your advocacy program’s efforts and better engage your member advocates online. Set your advocates up in your online community platform with a specific advocacy sub-group. Download now
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.
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 !
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 15, 2024
The Climate Advocacy Lab, a national climate change organization, implemented a four-day workweek in 2022. The Climate Advocacy Lab used the these five phases to implement a four-day workweek : Assess. This changed the national conversation about what workers are entitled to given all the demands on their labor.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 9, 2021
In fact, according to the Global NGO Technology Report , 27% of nonprofits worldwide have an official policy to allow staff to work on their LinkedIn Profiles during work hours. Launching a formal employee advocacy program for social media is an emerging trend in the nonprofit sector. 4) Experiment with LinkedIn Ads (maybe).
sgEngage
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
Whether it be convincing a board of directors, finding the time and resources, or seeking funds from grantmakers, many foundations face hurdles in creating an advocacy agenda. Topics covered: Introducing advocacy and policy to boards. Building advocacy into your organizational infrastructure. Melissa Levesque.
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. .
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
JANUARY 14, 2014
Not every student in my class is focused on the same policy issue. They will be placed with organizations working on policies in these areas, many part of large international networks, nonprofits, and government. It’s also allowed them to find a new audience that are not as familiar with their policy issues.
Amy Sample Ward
DECEMBER 3, 2010
Thanks to the leadership and quick acting of Beth Kanter and Sue Anne Reed, there’s now a petition is up on Care2 focused on the fact that Apple’s iPhone app policy does not allow nonprofits to gather donations via the mobile phone platform.
Amy Sample Ward
JANUARY 26, 2011
Social Media: A Bubble About to Burst – Online Fundraising, Advocacy, and Social Media – frogloop – "Are your nonprofit staffers addicted to social media? The only question: Is it a mere glitch or a natural extension of Apple’s policy that is generally indifferent to nonprofits and philanthropy?
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?
Nonprofit Tech for Good
JULY 7, 2022
This seems obvious, and perhaps out of your control, but there is a lot you can do to increase your rates and make sure your critical fundraising appeals and advocacy alerts reach your donors and activists. SPF (Sender Policy Framework) is a stamp of approval your ESP can send on your domain’s behalf.
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. Check out our last installment here ! Get in touch at TheCampaignWorkshop.com !
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. Have there been demographic, economic, or policy changes that affect your messages and offerings? Organizations are always changing. The environment is always changing.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
MARCH 2, 2014
Crafting a mobile and social media policy. “Heather’s comprehensive audit of our online communication and fundraising strategies combined with her invaluable webinars have helped us grow into one of the most effective social media users in the national aging advocacy network. Avoiding mobile and social media burnout.
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. What public policies are needed to address the unmet needs of our constituents? Direct services. Technical assistance.
M+R
JANUARY 8, 2024
We’re fueled by hope rather than despair because we’re in the business of building movements, building long-term power, and working with world changing clients to pass policies that make people’s lives better. The obstacle that must be overcome is not one of policy but of politics.
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. Advocacy is a long-term calling. Check out our last installment here! Here’s what they said. Learn more at MESG.marketing !
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 24, 2020
2) Advocacy CTA on the Union of Concerned Scientists blog. For example, the National Parks Conservation Association recently blogged about a rollback of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and included a prominent CTA. 3) “Donate Now” CTA on the Human Rights Watch blog. 3) Maximize your blog’s sidebar.
NTEN
AUGUST 21, 2014
Are you looking to win support for an issue, impact policy, or get a corporation or government body to change its policies? Advocacy advocacy strategy campaigns Program' Your concise guide to building a winnable campaign. Follow this roadmap to put successful campaign strategies in place.
Everyaction
SEPTEMBER 11, 2017
From legal work to advocacy to grassroots mobilization, these 7 organizations highlighted below are fighting to ensure that immigrant rights are human rights. Check out their publications detailing “DACA, and Other Policies Designed to Protect Dreamers.”. American Immigration Council. Learn More |. United We Dream. Get Involved.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
JANUARY 24, 2013
The session will focus on exploring how nonprofits are expanding their efforts to influence public policy through social channels and understanding the legal issues and how to evaluate the work. (I’ll The “ Influencing Public Policy in A Digital Age ” is their comprehensive guide. Being proactive is also important.
.orgSource
OCTOBER 9, 2023
More likely to be successful in advocacy and public policy. Look for partners who could– Help your members achieve policy or practice goals, provide community support, or enhance their public credibility. Associations that have strategic partnerships are— You want allies who will provide a hedge against the unexpected.
Association Analytics
AUGUST 14, 2023
Within just a few months, most associations had publicly posted recommendations and tips, provided amnesty for dues, created policies and procedures, and/or jumped to virtual tools to continue providing events. For instance, your association might consider creating advocacy campaigns and scheduling lobby days.
Media Cause
JUNE 1, 2024
Fostering Authentic Relationships With and Amongst Your Audience Digital advocacy is critical to moving missions forward, creating systemic change, educating your base, and mobilizing leaders who are loyal to your organization and committed to the larger movement in which you operate. This is especially true during an election year.
EveryAction
AUGUST 14, 2017
WRC advocates for programs and policies that create opportunity and drive change for these communities. On the policy and advocacy front , they invest resources into integrating HIV prevention, care, and treatment into health care, strengthening the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, and educating Congress. Women's Refugee Commission.
ASU Lodestar Center
APRIL 6, 2021
Public policy and the nonprofit sector. Public policy at all levels of government has the ability to threaten the work of all nonprofits (National Council of Nonprofits, 2019). At the federal level, we see this threat in tax, regulatory, and spending policies. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Establish support.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
Note from Beth: Online harassment is a problem especially for nonprofits that are doing advocacy for controversial issues. If online harassment is an ongoing concern, you’ll want to develop policies and procedures to protect your organisation and support your team. Click for Full-Size Version of Infographic. To learn how, Hollaback!
Candid
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
But community and labor leaders, housing and other advocacy groups, and environmental justice organizations are fighting back. It requires a long-term strategy so that an ecosystem of organizations—with specialists in communications, legal support, and policy research—can work together to build a broad base of support.
Amy Sample Ward
AUGUST 24, 2012
Whether you’re introducing a change in ownership, new staff, policy change, technical update, or something else, community members sometimes resist change. How to Prepare Your Community for a Major Change « The Community Manager – "Change: it’s the one constant in life.
Beneblog: Technology Meets Society
MARCH 18, 2012
Check out recent press coverage of our work, featuring the head of our human rights team, Dr. Patrick Ball, in Foreign Policy magazine and NPR's On The Media. Coordinate analysis and writing work with human rights monitoring and advocacy organizations, academic collaborators, and courts throughout the world.
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