sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

From Mother’s Day campaigns raising money for breast cancer research to Christmas fundraisers collecting gifts for children in need, great holiday fundraisers stick in your mind for years afterwards. Using any holiday colors that fit with your branding in social media graphics and on your campaign page.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

Social Media: To effectively promote your monthly giving program on social media, you’ll need to create a series of promo graphics that are properly sized for Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. 2020 Social Media Size Guide ). Compare that to 36% that said social media and 19% that said print.

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NetWits

MARCH 3, 2011

The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a national organization creating hope in a comprehensive way through research, patient support, community outreach, and advocacy for a cure. So, I thought I’d share her story here with you! As the event unfolded, it quickly became clear which technology was getting more attention.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

There are a number of ways you can tell your supporters “Thanks” on Thanksgiving , including: Social Media Email blast Direct mail The goal of this engagement touchpoint is to show your donors, volunteers, board members, and other stakeholders how vital they are to your organization and equate their commitment with impact.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 14, 2012

By now, you've probably heard all the benefits of building a social media presence on Facebook or Twitter. We've compiled a list of resources including articles, blog posts, webinars, and case studies on best social media practices from our global network. TechSoup's Social Media Resources.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 23, 2024

Leaders at the American Cancer Society in Atlanta went into last year’s GivingTuesday with a plan. Those results should give pause to anyone convinced that email is losing sway to text messaging, social media, or other channels. “I That is something the American Cancer Society has long done. “If Research backs this up.

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

The donor experience doesn’t stop with social media and email appeals. It’s crucial that your online donation forms and landing page match the story you’re telling. An impact statement is your organization’s story about your influence on the community. Let’s look at some examples: Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 8, 2020

The first is that social media is a small donor platform. The more messages an organization puts on social media, the more likely it is that these messages make it to an abundance of outside networks. Build relationships with donors over social media. In this digital age, most information is not private.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

If you want people from your social media to support your nonprofit’s activities, you need a nonprofit social media plan. You already know this: In the nonprofit realm, social media is life. Contrary to popular belief, successful social media accounts are not run off-the-cuff!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 23, 2017

Every organization, individual has the opportunity to be a media organization. Stories are social. The importance of digital reputation management – stories last forever and can spread quickly. Digital media comprised of paid, owned, hybrid, and earned media. Everyone loves a good story.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

Komen Foundation , a leading breast cancer charity, pulled hundreds of thousands of dollars in breast cancer screening funds from Planned Parenthood. Each year millions of women are screened for breast cancer at Planned Parenthood, and Susan G. Source: causes.com via Beth on Pinterest. On Tuesday, the Susan G. And it worked!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

In a positive sense these social entrepreneurs, startups and large companies are bringing much needed expertise, resources and reach to critical social challenges. With this in mind, here are a few steps nonprofits can take to stand out among nonprofits and for-profit brands.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Have Them at Hello Start with an irresistible subject line that’s 50 characters or less and grabs your audience’s attention: Convey urgency. (“Our Once confirmed, welcome them with an email that tells your organization’s story and sets expectations on how often they’ll hear from you. Ask a question. (“How Personalize it. (“Joe,

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 14, 2012

By now, you've probably heard all the benefits of building a social media presence on Facebook or Twitter. We've compiled a list of resources including articles, blog posts, webinars, and case studies on best social media practices from our global network. TechSoup's Social Media Resources.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 18, 2023

HAVE THEM AT HELLO Start with an irresistible subject line that’s 50 characters or less and grabs your audience’s attention: Convey urgency. (“Our Once confirmed, welcome them with an email that tells your organization’s story and sets expectations on how often they’ll hear from you. Ask a question. (“How Personalize it. (“Joe,

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Forum One

APRIL 29, 2009

Meanwhile, I wanted to share a nice summary of one of the more popular sessions that we did not lead: "Confessions of a Social Media Campaigner.". During the sesison, social marketing experts Danielle Brigida of the National Wildlife Federation, David J. Our favorite story was about Greenhour.org shared by Danielle.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 9, 2013

I became a documentary filmmaker to tell meaningful stories that explore social issues and inspire change. My latest project is called @home , which explores homelessness in America through the story of Mark Horvath (aka @hardlynormal on Twitter). Today, it’s a whole new ballgame.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 15, 2020

Digital fundraising, specifically on social media channels, provides a way for nonprofits to connect to younger generations who do not have the time nor desire to receive lengthy appeal letters or printed newsletters. Social media and online giving both increased six percent between 2010 and 2018. Be consistent.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 15, 2012

PETA focuses its attention on preventing animals suffering on factory farms, in the clothing trade, in laboratories, and in the entertainment industry. Jude’s mission is to find cures for children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases through research and treatment. Public Broadcasting System (PBS) Online Shop.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

25% RED: Multi-channel Fundraising Utilizing a combination of digital tools, social media, email, website, and traditional media allowed these nonprofits to reach diverse demographics several times. Success Factors: Celebrity Advocacy: Leveraging celebrity power attracts attention and builds trust with potential donors.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 4, 2022

A winning strategy for spreading the word about your organization’s work is getting your nonprofit’s story in the news. . A news story gets your organization in front of a large audience of potential supporters and gives your organization instant credibility. . And, getting your story in the news still carries a lot of weight.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 4, 2014

Create a sexy story. You know that compelling stories get you donations, sharing, and publicity, but you’re probably thinking — “I don’t have a sexy story” or “I don’t know how to tell a compelling story”. You have all the ingredients for a sexy story, but how do you get the recipe? They raised $28,000.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 10, 2011

By Judi Sohn, Outgoing VP of Operations, Fight Colorectal Cancer Fight Colorectal Cancer: > 6 year-old Org > 6 Full-time Staff > $1.1 Mobile, cloud, social media, platforms, servers.technology just carries the water. Put your limited resources and attention where it matters: up front.

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sgEngage

APRIL 6, 2022

My family and I are riding to celebrate my niece, who is now cancer free.” . Sends a fundraising email and/or promotes page on social media . Examples of these types of events are large walks, festivals, and even social media events or giving days. The tribe . “My The cause . “My The organization .

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Connection Cafe

MAY 1, 2014

We all strive for it – the “wow factor,” or that certain je ne sais quoi that grabs people’s attention and entices them to want to know more. We’re programmed to pay attention to the people and things that stop us in our tracks and evoke an emotional response. Send out a message that demands attention. Tell stories.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

For example, an organization seeking to support those with cancer might see if local cancer care clinics are willing to post flyers advertising your program. Send out social media blasts. Social media is a great place for making connections, especially when it comes to finding new volunteers.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 12, 2009

Stand up 2 Cancer. Prostate Cancer Foundation – Athletes for a Cure. Athletes for a Cure ( read about their social media strategy ). Share news, video, photos, stories and what ever else makes sense for your organization. Social Media Strategy: United Methodist Church and 10THOUSANDDOORS.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 20, 2017

But this doesn’t tell the real story of the P2P evolution happening across the industry. 69% of all adults are using 1+ social media platform. That is 7 out of 10 adults that are on at least 1 social media platform. Since 2005, social media adoption has grown from 5% to 70%. There are 1.8M

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CauseVox

MAY 11, 2021

Social media remains a powerful force for nonprofits to communicate with their stakeholders and supporters. According to the Global NGO Technology Report, 94% of NGOs worldwide agree that social media is effective for creating online brand awareness. Grab Attention. Visuals are imperative on social media channels.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 23, 2013

Here are a few ways to ensure your event gets plenty of love from the media: 1. Find the newsworthy stories within your event. We’re having a 5K/bike ride/walk this weekend … it’s for a good cause” is not as newsworthy as “couple to marry while running in a 5K for breast cancer research, this is why…”. Share these.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 16, 2011

I just finished moderating a panel on the topic of social and mobile integration. Here’s the description: Where and how do mobile and social strategy intersect. How do you combine mobile with the grassroots power of social media to successfully engage donors. 2.) QR codes via mobile.

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Care2

AUGUST 16, 2008

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" Also, I would pay attention to the titling and tagging of videos when you are uploading them.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

According to the Global Trends in Giving Report , 27% of online donors say that email is the tool that most inspires them to give (social media 29%, 18% website, 12% print). Feature one to four news stories in your e-newsletter and focus on one story in your fundraising appeals.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 16, 2015

She is the author of Beth’s Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media , one of the longest running and most popular blogs for nonprofits. And there is Jack Andraka , a high school student who got obsessed with finding a cure for cancer and created a test that can detect pancreatic cancer.

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Care2

JULY 14, 2008

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" Also, I would pay attention to the titling and tagging of videos when you are uploading them.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 19, 2015

I think Adora Svitak, a 16 year-old education activist, whose 2012 Ted Talk, “ What Adults Can Learn from Kids , has almost 4 million views said it best when describing the impact that these “kids” will have and why we should pay attention to them: “New generations grow and develop and become better than the previous ones.

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Classy

JULY 13, 2021

The Blue Sweater uses stories and characters from her travels to show the need for a new approach to abolishing poverty. Penned by two successful bloggers and the former director of market development of Facebook, this book is a guide for nonprofits looking to incorporate social media into their strategies. By Jim Collins.

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