Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 25, 2007

Just adding to the meme of alternative gift giving ideas that Steve Garfield started last week. As with my previous post, this is an open invitation to any shop for a cause or gift the gift of a donation to a charity service or project to leave a comment. What is your favorite alternative gift-giving site or program?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 3, 2008

Some of the best grassroots fundraising for projects in developing countries take the form of clothing donation campaigns. Last summer, as part of a campaign I did to support the Cambodian bloggers summit, I got many donations of technology t-shirts. Mothers for Africa is running an underwear donation drive.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 25, 2007

Hans shared a story about how his wife donated her hair to Locks of Love which sparked a conversation with their 4 year old about children who are in need. "My parents encouraged us to donate 10% of our weekly allowance to charity. " Looking for an alternative gift to help a child? " Be A Role Model of Generosity.

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Whole Whale

OCTOBER 8, 2021

According to Randy Paynter , founder of online petition site, Care2, people who sign a petition are more likely to get involved with or donate to the nonprofits working to help the petition’s cause. Invite petition signers to take further action, whether it be donating to your organization, attending events, or signing up to be a volunteer.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 25, 2008

One of their donors was a class of kindergarteners at the Berwick Alternative Elementary School. The class of 27 students have been collecting pennies and donated $100 to Ohio Nature Education, a nonprofit offering environmental education programs, and secured $150 for the organization.

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Whole Whale

JUNE 19, 2024

According to Randy Paynter , founder of online petition site, Care2, people who sign a petition are more likely to get involved with or donate to the nonprofits working to help the petition’s cause. Invite petition signers to take further action, whether it be donating to your organization, attending events, or signing up to be a volunteer.

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