Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 4, 2013

Note from Beth: You need a identify a measurable goal for your integrated social media strategy that can be linked to your organization’s overall results and pick a data point or KPI that you will collect along the way to measure success. Flickr Photo by Kevlar. But bench learning can be richer than simply collecting numbers.

Benchmark 105

Benchmark Social Media Global Project 105

sgEngage

MARCH 13, 2024

The 12th edition of the Blackbaud Peer-to-Peer Benchmark Report is here! Is this bad news? So, organizations did a more effective job of driving participation and fundraising rather than creating more events. Putting Benchmarks into Action So, what does all this mean for nonprofit P2P marketers and fundraisers?

Blackbaud 86

Blackbaud Report Fundraising Benchmark 86

TechImpact

OCTOBER 10, 2013

Upgrading your nonprofits technology is always a must-do, however not proving the proper post-implementation measures can lead to a lack of adoption or low use of new features, rendering the investment worthless. Here are 6 strategies for increasing adoption and user awareness from NTEN. Benchmarking. Usability Testing.

Technology 138

Technology Strategy Adopt Industry 138

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 1, 2021

By not using an email marketing service, your organization can not track open and engagement rates, segment your subscribers, or ensure that the opt-in is consensual. 51% of new email subscribers to Nonprofit Tech for Good come from email subscribe pop-ups. 24%: Our organization has raised slightly more money than we expected.

email 333

email Marketing Data Digital 333

Care2

APRIL 6, 2010

If your nonprofit is not developing yearly benchmarks for its fundraising program, website visits, email and e-newsletter open and click-through rates, start now. Establishing benchmarks helps organizations better leverage supporters, engage activists and keep websites dynamic with compelling content that drives people to take action.

Benchmark 71

Benchmark Measure Organization Convio 71

M+R

JANUARY 11, 2022

We continued to see groups whose issues were in the news in the final months of the year experience spikes in fundraising — whether they worked on disaster response to midwest tornados or responding to news coming out of the Supreme Court. And those who weren’t in the news… didn’t do as well, generally speaking. In 2021, same.

Fundraising 116

Fundraising Sample Gift Benchmark 116

Candid

APRIL 25, 2023

It is, thus, no surprise then, that EGA signed on as a founding partner, joining more than 70 philanthropic and philanthropic serving organizations committed to standardizing the data for greater transparency and accessibility. For racial equity, this is doubly true.

Effective 81

Effective Demographics Philanthropy United States 81

M+R

JUNE 22, 2021

June 24, 2–3:30pm ET: “2021 M+R Benchmarks: A Deep Dive” with The Nonprofit Alliance. This year’s annual M+R Benchmarks Study includes front-page news, long-form analysis, mild-mannered reporting, and even a crossword puzzle all about the newest news and topical trends affecting nonprofit digital marketing, advocacy, and fundraising. .

Benchmark 52

Benchmark Studies Digital Analysis 52

Forj

AUGUST 6, 2024

She discussed proven strategies for engaging young association members and shared valuable insights on next-gen membership engagement research. During that session, we deployed several poll questions to our audience of over 300 live attendees to do a status check on how their organizations are currently engaging with young members.

Challenge 36

Challenge Associations Poll Mentoring 36

Allegiance Group

MAY 16, 2024

Nearly all new reports and benchmarks show a decline in both donors and dollars, and the Fundraising Effectiveness Project’s (FEP) latest Quarterly Fundraising Report is no exception. The new FEP report compares overall philanthropic giving trends in 2022 and 2023. That brings a glimmer of good news.

Trend 52

Trend Podcast Nonprofit Retention 52

NetWits

DECEMBER 1, 2011

So significant that organizations who run effective online advocacy campaigns followed by timely and relevant fundraising appeals are seeing double the fundraising response rates. Great news! One of the ways to further leverage news-driven advocacy opportunities is by encouraging donors to make recurring gifts.

Giving 235

Giving Advocacy Rate Action 235

NTEN

JULY 5, 2012

Over 450 people joined us for the 2012 Benchmarks Extra: Facebook webinar we co-hosted with NTEN and the Ad Council last week. Combine all this knowledge with your free copy of the Benchmarks Extra: Facebook study , and you’ll be rocking your organization’s Facebook page in no time! Q: What should my organization be tracking?

Metrics 64

Metrics Facebook Question Benchmark 64

Qgiv

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) can help busy fundraisers reduce time spent on administrative tasks, brainstorm new fundraising ideas, help with appeal writing, and more! Learn More Nonprofit organizations looking to embrace AI technology can learn more about the current features available within Fundraising IQ here.

Fundraising 59

Fundraising Press Test Industry 59

Neon CRM

JANUARY 25, 2024

If your organization sends out a member newsletter, you have a solid communication method on your side! Here are a few best practices that can help you as you get started with your member newsletter and your communication strategy as a whole. Share upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, organization updates, etc.,

Newsletter 52

Newsletter Content Ideas Tips 52

sgEngage

JUNE 6, 2024

Several organizations I’ve worked with have had Fund and Campaign records set up backward, which caused a struggle when adding multiyear pledges and producing consistent pledge reminders. This could be especially troubling in a capital campaign when an influx of new pledges quickly becomes overwhelming. Check out news alert services.

Database 83

Database Goal Campaign Phase 83

Charity Village

JULY 29, 2021

compared to the pre-pandemic benchmark. In June, the research found that while many organizations have begun developing return-to-workplace strategies, a significant portion of Canadians require clearer communication on […]. The Mental Health Index™ score for June is -10.7

Benchmark 45

Benchmark Research Report Communication 45

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

According to the 2020 Benchmarks Report , revenue from monthly gifts increased by 22% in 2019 and now accounts for 17% of all online revenue for nonprofits. Also, with organic reach at an all-time low, your nonprofit should invest in social media advertising. 2020 Social Media Size Guide ). 3) Launch a Tribute Giving Program.

Practice 342

Practice Online Fundraising Nonprofit 342

Neon CRM

AUGUST 10, 2023

Nonprofit conferences are a great opportunity for industry professionals to hone their skills, network with their peers, and learn innovative new strategies to help their organizations thrive. Register for Generosity Xchange 2023 News & Highlights 7 Top Takeaways from 2022’s Generosity Xchange 10 min read Read Now 2.

Conference 98

Conference NTC Registration Virtual 98

Get Fully Funded

MAY 16, 2022

Other organizations bring in $3,000 to $5,000 each month to support their operations and make a bigger impact in communities. . Building a robust monthly donor program is a Fundraising 101 strategy, but some nonprofits keep this strategy on the bench and instead look to events and campaigns for quick returns. Click To Tweet.

Donor 128

Donor Nonprofit Gift Missouri 128

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 18, 2013

Nonprofit organizations interested in this feature can apply by submitting a simple interest form through Facebook. When studies like the Nonprofit Social Networking Benchmark Report find that the majority of nonprofits have raised less than $10,000 through social media , this news seems like it could make a big difference.

Facebook 125

Facebook Donation Grant Nonprofit 125

Care2

OCTOBER 30, 2013

Does senior leadership at your organization ask “why can’t we raise money on social media? Your organization is not running for the President of the United States. According to the reports survey participants: 59% of nonprofits say they have not developed a social media strategy. Look at the Obama campaign.

Social Media 77

Social Media Money Raise Media 77

Kindful

OCTOBER 28, 2021

I’m focusing on acquisition because achieving your acquisition goals will help your organization grow to be more sustainable and have a bigger impact. The good news is that there really isn’t a “wrong” goal to set. Ideally, you should do this before you make any decisions around your acquisition strategy.

Goal 62

Goal Metrics Measure Donor 62

Classy

JULY 28, 2021

At the same time, introduce tools and strategies that increase your revenue and grow your audience. Look for trends among the following: Outreach strategies you used on those days. If you get inspired to switch up fundraising to meet your year-end goals, take our free Benchmark Assessment. Optimize My Donation Page.

Experiment 93

Experiment Donation Ideas Create 93

Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 31, 2022

If you don’t have a website, people think you’re not a real organization. Pulling up your website is like meeting your organization for the first time and you want to make a good impression. Seeing your website is often the first experience someone has with your organization. Spiff up your home page. First things first!

Websites 89

Websites Giving Donation Nonprofit 89

Connection Cafe

MAY 23, 2017

Your fan count is the simplest way to know how many people see the messages, calls to action, photos, invitations, appeals, and news you post. In our 2017 M+R Benchmarks study , we found that on average, a nonprofit will reach just 8% of its fans with a post that isn’t promoted. . But there’s good news, too! 225=13.5).

Facebook 32

Facebook Benchmark Social Media Studies 32

Connection Cafe

AUGUST 8, 2018

It takes much more to get the attention of your employees, especially clinical staff and in larger organizations. The great news is that if done well, an employee campaign has many benefits beyond the funds raised for your programs. Market the campaign throughout the organization and in any external facilities.

Campaign 24

Campaign Giving Strategy Pledge 24

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 5, 2011

For now, one thing is abundantly clear: Spend your time on a good strategy for an integrated campaigns with real and measurable results and have high quality content, engage your network, and cultivate of influencers and for now, don’t waste time on this meaningless metric. Photo by lecercle. Size has never mattered to us.

Metrics 114

Metrics Facebook People Measure 114

Everyaction

JULY 18, 2018

The best fundraising strategic plan tells a complete, organized, and analytics-based story that your team can actually use to help your campaign be more successful. By doing so, you’ll avoid the extra time and energy required to redo this work and ensure your forward-facing messaging about your organization is consistent.

Guide 108

Guide Fundraising Nonprofit Template 108

Care2

APRIL 22, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

Social Media 68

Social Media Twitter Action Advocacy 68

Classy

APRIL 29, 2021

Our Leadership Council incorporates a diverse array of expertise and cause affiliations with representation from nonprofit organizations, corporations, foundations, academic institutions, and many more. His work examines the challenges of performance measurement, accountability, and governance facing organizations with a social purpose .

Award 57

Award Leadership Cleveland Hunger 57

CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

This guide will help you to outline and develop a year-end fundraising campaign that works for your organization and your donors, specifically curated to your needs in 2021. By focusing on alumni as givers and integrating a #GivingTuesday campaign with their year-end strategy they have been incredibly successful.

Guide 76

Guide Giving Campaign Social Media 76

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 25, 2008

Dear Beth: I want to compile a report for my Executive Director about the impact of our online organizing strategies. The organization I work for is Working Films. The films that we work with touch on serious social justice issues, so we link them up with organizations who are already doing work on the issue.

Social Media 50

Social Media Advice Measure Strategy 50

NTEN

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

They managed to pump out reports and research, organize webinars and conferences, and even play around with the definition of volunteering. What would your organization look like if you had access to the same services and resources as a for-profit company? Need some inspiration to get your organization''s website updated?

Research 65

Research San Francisco Montana Homeless 65

Forum One

MAY 27, 2009

Skip to Navigation Careers News Client login About Us Services Our Work Blogs Events Contact Us Home › Blogs › Influence Social Networking and #AIDS2010 Suzanne Rainey in Influence 15 Jul 2010 There’s a flurry of action this week as we await the start of the XVIII International AIDS Conference (#AIDS2010) in Vienna, Austria, next week.

Influence 50

Influence Social Media Internet Web 50

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

According to the M+R Benchmarks 2023 report , 62% of nonprofits used text messaging for fundraising purposes in 2022. What kinds of organizations use text-to-give? Best practices for an effective text-to-donate campaign There are a few strategies you can use to make your text-to-donate campaign successful.

Mobile 57

Mobile Guide Giving Fundraising 57

NTEN

MAY 17, 2013

As you refine your fundraising strategy and explore new ways of connecting with donors, check out Blackbaud ''s 2013 Online Marketing Benchmark Study for Nonprofits to compare your organization to others and gather new ideas. Community Fundraising member news Member Round Up nptech' Happy Friday!

Research 70

Research Tools Tips Drupal 70

NTEN

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

They managed to pump out reports and research, organize webinars and conferences, and even play around with the definition of volunteering. What would your organization look like if you had access to the same services and resources as a for-profit company? Need some inspiration to get your organization''s website updated?

Research 61

Research San Francisco Montana Homeless 61