Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Sure, many gift-buyers will continue to turn to Amazon, Walmart, and Target, but increasingly c onsumers are being more mindful with purchases. Nonprofits with online shops can tap into these trends on social media to reach mindful shoppers and raise revenue in support of their mission. Tag your products in Stories and Posts.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 10, 2013

One of the fun exercises I facilitated is a “Fishbowl” where a small group of participants go through the process of generating ideas for an editorial calendar based on their key goals and audience definition. Become Your Own Publishing Powerhouse with LightBox Collaborative’s 2014 Editorial Calendar guest post by Holly Minch.

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M+R

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Keep these trends and tactics in mind as you start to pencil in plans for the coming end of year (and no, it is never too early to start). The good news is, we don’t have a weekend 12/31 deadline for the next few years — but it still might be worth rethinking the December calendar.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 2, 2024

It’s not too early to begin planning your fundraising strategies for the fall and end of the calendar year. While you can definitely do it on your own by following the tips below, I often find board members are more receptive and open-minded when an outsider is brought in. Did telling their story feel at all scary?

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sgEngage

MARCH 6, 2024

This is a story about acknowledging how there isn’t one piece of software that can solve all your problems, which is why the extensibility of your systems is so important. Back to that summer of 2020, I had a calendar script running that populated student and teacher Google calendars with their class schedules. It wasn’t great.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2022

If you’re looking for a unique peer-to-peer opportunity in 2023, mark your calendar for.orgCommunity’s Leadership ColLAB on March 2 at the OLC Education and Conference Center in Rosemont, IL. The September 29 conference was a meeting of minds and a journey to discovery. Sharon will facilitate a 360-degree discussion about trust.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2024

As technology evolves, your nonprofit should expand to tell your story in more engaging, shareable, and innovative ways, such as podcasting. With nearly half a billion podcast listeners worldwide today, the format is very promising for nonprofit professionals who have detailed stories to tell. Connect with nonprofit professionals.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 18, 2022

Heart-warming human-interest stories. You must have stories ready to share about people whose lives have been significantly impacted by the work your nonprofit does. Donors and prospects want to know that your organization makes a difference, and the best way to show that is to tell a story. Remember, facts tell, stories sell.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 16, 2022

However, even if your form is mobile-friendly, branded with your logo, and tells a compelling story, what if no one sees it? Their sizable gifts are what get your projects off the ground, so it’s important to prioritize them all year long, but also bear in mind that almost one-third of total annual giving happens in December.

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Allegiance Group

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

By placing the donation button on every page, you reinforce its presence in the minds of your website visitors. Make it easy for potential donors to understand the impact their contributions will have and showcase success stories to inspire them.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 18, 2024

Unfortunately, stories like mine are common among changemakers. Rest is a necessary and important productivity tool—and an important part of doing the inner AND outer work of being a mindful changemaker. But you look at your overflowing email inbox and overloaded calendar and wonder—When?! Start with your top two.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Did you know that nearly one-third of individual fundraising happens during the month of December and 12% of giving happens in the last week of the calendar year ? . With that in mind, here are some year-end fundraising tips to help you make the most of your online fundraising efforts. Let me remind you…] [You didn’t?

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DipJar

JANUARY 5, 2022

Take a look at the calendar and map out all of the big sporting events. Be mindful during November 21st , 2022-December 18th, 2022 as soccer fans this year will be glued to their television to watch this once in every four year event! So for fundraising purposes, it’s better to stay away from this time of the year.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 13, 2021

My calendar and ‘To Do’ list were written in a notebook. Google Calendar has many rivals in the marketplace, but for meeting the scheduling needs of a busy nonprofit, I can’t imagine a more effective tool. When you accept invitations via email, the meeting gets automatically added to your calendar. With a pen.

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M+R

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

An editorial calendar— so you can keep track of and plan for big moments in advance, like oral argument and amicus brief deadlines. A calendar also will help you identify quieter moments where you’ll want to create some tactics that can keep the conversation going (rallies in communities across the country, a reporter roundtable, etc.).

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Candid

MAY 31, 2023

Check out our specially curated reading list of 16 free nonprofit books perfect for any summertime occasion: If you’re short on time… Is your calendar booked solid with fun plans between Memorial Day and Labor Day? Find motivation in the real-life stories of women’s incredible ability to transform the lives of others.

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OneCause

AUGUST 22, 2024

What comes to mind when you think of fall? It’s time to start planning your fall fundraising calendar. As you’re sitting by the fire, you can also host a scary story contest. Keep and open mind about any idea, make sure to adjust it to fit your organization, and the quality of your fundraisers is sure to skyrocket!

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Qgiv

APRIL 22, 2024

Raises more funds by sharing compelling stories about your mission. Your nonprofit marketing approach relies on stories, statistics, and emotional appeals to connect with potential supporters on a more personal level to rally support for your cause. Increases volunteer engagement through public recognition of their work.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2023

By now, you have a clear picture of your opportunities and goals, so it’s time to build a work-back calendar and activate your organizations around a development plan. Your strategy should: Clarify expectations, roles, and goals. Outline specific actions and the necessary budget to achieve those goals.

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Media Cause

JANUARY 20, 2023

Create a Content Calendar After performing an audit, identifying any gaps in your existing content, and planning for refreshes, you’ll likely have a lot on your to-do list. This is where a content calendar (and project plan!) A content calendar helps ensure all your content is aligned with any key dates for your organization.

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Allegiance Group

MAY 1, 2024

In the following blog post, we will delve into practical strategies to help your nonprofit maximize its efforts during the crucial calendar year-end period. It goes without saying, but calendar year-end is a critical time for many nonprofit organizations. percent after inflation adjustments) for calendar year-end giving in 2022.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Flipcause: Your Solution to Social Media Fundraising Changes Designed with small nonprofits in mind, Flipcause offers cost-effective tools that facilitate easy integration with your existing social media tools, providing a seamless fundraising experience. in a calendar quarter. ” – That’s where Flipcause steps in!

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

A key component of finishing the calendar year off strong is to ensure that you are reporting on what you’ve achieved and identifying where there is room to grow. Then you can begin looking at your data with a direction and purpose in mind. Analyze with actionable data in mind. As you do this, make sure that the “so what?”

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Bloomerang

JULY 20, 2021

Check your community calendars to see if there are any other fundraising events happening around that time that might potentially compete with yours. Keep in mind it is just as important to look at what people don’t like as it is to look at what people do like. Step 3: Consider the time of year. The less competition, the better. .

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 23, 2024

Deposits are things like: Updates Warm touches like thank-you calls or hand-written notes Stories in your newsletter or on social media that the donor sees Video of your nonprofit in action “Behind the scenes” info At their foundation, they’re the feel-good stuff and make the donor glad they decided to give to your nonprofit.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 22, 2024

It not only helps generate buzz and excitement but also provides a compelling reason for individuals to mark their calendars. It needs to be easy to find for recipients to quickly mark their calendars. Share compelling stories , specific projects, or statistics to illustrate the positive impact of their support.

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Neon CRM

JANUARY 25, 2024

In this article, you’ll find four tips to keep in mind when building your newsletter and 14 ideas for your newsletter’s content. Mind Your Design When you use consistent branding , members will learn to associate your organization with a certain look. Whatever you do, maintain a content calendar and be consistent.

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DipJar

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

But keep in mind that there is a right and wrong way to do marketing. . Facebook: With live streaming and story capabilities, Facebook is ideal for spreading the word about your upcoming fundraisers and events. Nonprofits post photos, videos, IGTVs, reels, and stories to show the impact of their mission and advocate for support. .

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Qgiv

JANUARY 28, 2022

To get supporters excited about joining your event and helping you raise funds, you need a powerful story. Make your story easy to understand and share. It’s also important to make it easy for them to share the fundraising story with friends and family. Create impactful messaging. What impact are we having on our mission?

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

Better storytelling/more humanity Whether told face-to-face with a major donor, in a thank you video, or in your fundraising emails, stories are the most powerful tool in your fundraising and marketing arsenal. We are, as a species, addicted to story. But have you unknowingly rendered your stories ineffective?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2023

By now, you have a clear picture of your opportunities and goals, so it’s time to build a work-back calendar and activate your organizations around a development plan. Your strategy should: Clarify expectations, roles, and goals. Outline specific actions and the necessary budget to achieve those goals.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

Share stories that inspire giving. When making appeals, focus on real stories and the concrete outcomes made possible by donations. Try to get calendar listings and stories placed with mainstream news sources. Popular options are food, entertainment, decorations, printing, and more.

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EveryAction

APRIL 1, 2016

In the past year, thousands of nonprofit pros took advantage of our definitive Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar, and we're so excited to share our brand new 2016 list! The 2015 - 2016 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar is ready for upload right into your Google or Outlook Calendar with a single click. Drop us a line!

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Offer major donors a VIP ticket to an exclusive gala, event, or other upcoming experience on your organization’s calendar. Instead of highlighting the donor, highlight what inspires them to give with an anonymous story shared on your website, social media, or newsletter. Exclusive event invitations Why reinvent the wheel?

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Focus on your donors Tell a story Include a donation form Engage your donors Thank your donors. Highlight your major accomplishments and tell stories about the people or communities you’ve impacted. Tell a story. Find stories from people and communities your nonprofit has served and include them in your letter.

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 31, 2021

Make a plan and assign roles – With your goal in mind, write out a plan for how you will get there. Start planning your communications calendar now. Identify your campaign ambassadors and create easily shareable content and stories worth sharing. Is there a project you want to get funded? GT STEP BY STEP WORKBOOK.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Make a plan and assign roles – With your goal in mind, write out a plan for how you will get there. Start planning your communications calendar now. Identify your campaign ambassadors and create easily shareable content and stories worth sharing. Is there a project you want to get funded?

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