Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 14, 2014

Owned by Facebook, Instagram is the largest mobile social network in the United States. Always include a short caption, and like other social networks, inspirational quotes and powerful stats significantly increase engagement. The predominant age group of users is 18–29.

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Practice Nonprofit United States Stats 257

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2011

A social search tool that allows you to easily track mentions of your nonprofit on social networking sites, blogs, and websites. A great source for images for your nonprofit’s website, blog, e-newsletter, and social networking profiles. Google Internet Stats :: google.co.uk/intl/en/landing/internetstats.

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Fun Resource Nonprofit Social Media 274

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

Thus, not only is the myth that social media replaces email false, but now it is also understood and proven that email use is increased by social media and that in fact the two tools are complimentary and increase the success of your online fundraising campaigns. Enable social sharing. Prioritize mobile design.

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Newsletter Practice Nonprofit Social Media 261

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

The media had made Myspace, and social networking in general, out to be dangerous, life-threatening even. Executives were terrified by the legal implications of using social networking tools. Social media is not a fad. Be insistent and firm that your nonprofit needs to embrace social and mobile media.

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Social Media Media Social Stats 237

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 18, 2011

A social search tool that allows you to easily track mentions of your nonprofit on social networking sites, blogs, and websites. A great source for images for your nonprofit’s website, blog, e-newsletter, and social networking profiles. Google Internet Stats :: google.co.uk/intl/en/landing/internetstats.

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Resource Fun Nonprofit Social Media 230

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 5, 2014

Write a Mobile and Social Fundraising Strategic Plan : - Overview (Stats, the rise of mobile, etc.). Action Items (Mobile-optimize donate page, launch presence on Instagram, host Google+ Hangout, rebrand social networks, etc.). Track and report success in a Social Media ROI spreadsheet. Chapter 2: Get Organized.

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Mobile Fundraising Chapter Social Media 203

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 9, 2014

The rise of Twitter has resulted in a new campaign awareness strategy and online event known as a tweet chat. Some large nonprofits host tweet chats monthly, while others do so only during the launch of specific campaigns or case studies. Mobile Media Social Media Twitter Mobile for Good'

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Hosting Nonprofit Twitter Avatar 250

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 10, 2010

I immediately downloaded the Apps for the social networking sites that I regularly use as well as the few Apps that were available from the nonprofit sector. Also, 57 million Americans now regularly access the mobile web, and that’s a June 2009 stat. 5) Text alert campaigns need mobile websites to be successful.

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Websites Mobile Nonprofit Social Network 197

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2013

then as your numbers grow on social networks so will your e-newsletter and mobile lists which in turn significantly increases your fundraising success. This is most easily done through a Social and Mobile Media Fundraising Success Spreadsheet. Social Network Followers. Download Spreadsheet Template ].

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Mobile Track Media Fundraising 222

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 30, 2012

Ideal for mobile social networkers, this $.99 A social search tool that allows you to easily track mentions of your nonprofit on social networking sites, blogs, and websites. A great source for images for your nonprofit’s website, blog, e-newsletter, and social networking profiles. Based in the U.K.,

Fun 259

Fun Resource Nonprofit Social Media 259

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Prominently feature the date (November 28), the #GivingTuesday hashtag, a “Donate” button, links to your social networks, social sharing, and an e-newsletter opt-in. Optional: List three additional calls-to-action (share on social media, become a monthly donor, become a #GivingTuesday Ambassador, etc.). Powerful stats.

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Social Media Practice Media Social 247

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 28, 2013

A website that provides world statistics updated in real-time in categories ranging from world population to stats about energy and water consumption. Using Wordle, nonprofits could generate word clouds that add some color and creativity to their online fundraising and outreach campaigns. Worldometers :: worldometers.info.

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Free Nonprofit Social Media Mobile 280

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 3, 2012

Ideal for mobile social networkers, this $.99 A social search tool that allows you to easily track mentions of your nonprofit on social networking sites, blogs, and websites. A great source for images for your nonprofit’s website, blog, e-newsletter, and social networking profiles. Based in the U.K.,

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Fun Resource Nonprofit Social Media 259

Care2

JANUARY 20, 2014

It''s the end of January and that means organizations social media and marketing plans for 2014 are off to a running start. As you begin to execute your campaigns, take a look at these social media stats from 2013. The stats are impressive. Social Networking Trends Web 2.0' Save it for the VIP tweets.

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Stats Social Media Media Social 76

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 22, 2009

Six months ago I came pretty close to complete social media burnout. I was running over 20 social networking profiles, logging in seven days a week, and at minimum pulling 60-hour work weeks. If you are managing numerous social networking profiles Monday-Friday, then you need some down time on Saturday and Sunday.

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Social Media Media Social Tips 246

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 8, 2013

Ideal for mobile social networkers, this $.99 A social search tool that allows you to easily track mentions of your nonprofit on social networking sites, blogs, and websites. Annual Calendar of Social Good and Cause Campaigns :: nonprofitorgs.wordpress.com/annualcalendar. Based in the U.K.,

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Web Tools Free Nonprofit 263

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 27, 2012

Ideal for mobile social networkers, this $.99 A social search tool that allows you to easily track mentions of your nonprofit on social networking sites, blogs, and websites. A great source for images for your nonprofit’s website, blog, e-newsletter, and social networking profiles. Based in the U.K.,

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Web Tools Free Nonprofit 276

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

Online giving is set for exponential growth over the next decade ( especially through social networks ). Invest resources in social media fundraising now – or regret it later! Twitter has launched the ability to donate to political campaigns and is testing nonprofit donations. Know the science of social media.

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Social Media Media Strategy Donor 251

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 23, 2012

I am firm believer that social media will be the foundation of the Mobile Web and the book was written to help prepare nonprofits for the coming shift from desktop and social to social and mobile. Finally, there are icons for SMS that you can download and integrate with your social networking icons on your website and your blog.

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Group Practice Nonprofit Mobile 206

NetWits

JULY 10, 2012

Based on our research we know that Facebook and Twitter are the top sites used by nonprofits and the social networks with the largest user base. You’ll even get real-time click stats! With seesmic you’ll be able to manage all your social media activity in one place for free. Stick to Facebook and Twitter.

Social Media 251

Social Media Media Social Slides 251

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 27, 2012

Ideal for mobile social networkers, this $.99 A social search tool that allows you to easily track mentions of your nonprofit on social networking sites, blogs, and websites. A great source for images for your nonprofit’s website, blog, e-newsletter, and social networking profiles. Based in the U.K.,

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Web Tools Free Nonprofit 242

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2013

then as your numbers grow on social networks so will your e-newsletter and mobile lists which in turn significantly increases your fundraising success. This is most easily done through a Social and Mobile Media Fundraising Success Spreadsheet. Social Network Followers. Download Spreadsheet Template ].

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Mobile Track Media Fundraising 185

NetWits

MAY 19, 2011

First and foremost, determine which existing audiences you wish to engage (board members, major donors, past event fundraisers or attendees, all donors, volunteers, etc) in your fundraising and how you will reach out to them (email, social networks, mail, phone, on-site events, etc). 4) Activate. 5) Acknowledge.

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Relationship Fundraising Tips Raise 208

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

Related Webinar: Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits. It’s a social network that requires a lot of time and content, but more importantly, a social media manager who enjoys being active on Twitter and understands Twitter’s extensive toolset. Twitter is not for every nonprofit.

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Twitter Practice Nonprofit Social Media 343

Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 19, 2009

Posted on Stanford Social Innovation Review’s Opinion blog. It’s back-to-school time for many countries and that means a switch from summer programs, outdoor community events, and many youth campaigns. Read the full press release here or download the Social Media data slides here.) Visit the original post here.

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Online Social Network Charity Facebook 126

Care2

JUNE 18, 2011

A new study by ComScore says that US Internet users spend 1 out of every 6 minutes online engaging with social networks. This is a significant increase from 2007 when ComScore reported that Internet users spent 1 out of every 12 minutes online using social networks. Social Media is a great fundraising tool.

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Social Media Media Social Social Network 78

Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 14, 2010

Commissioned by national touring agency, Performing Lines, the training assisted venues in marketing the forthcoming tour of Red Stitch’s acclaimed production of ‘Red Sky Morning‘ We helped marketing and management staff get to grips with, and genuinely leverage, social media to help sell the show."

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Web Skype Bookmarking Social Media 111

Care2

OCTOBER 6, 2010

If you thought email radically changed the way nonprofits communicated with constituents online, then social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter may have challenged you even more. particularly when it comes to quickly sharing links to blog posts, advocacy and fundraising campaign on social networks.

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Disaster Libya Social Network Stats 69

Care2

MAY 28, 2011

Population Does Not Spend Their Day Using Social Media. population uses social media these days? The stats may suprise you. Social Media: Just One Slice of the Pie. Communications staff and organizational stakeholders need to put these stats into perspective and not be so captivated by shiny object syndrome.

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Social Media Media Social Myspace 77

Care2

MARCH 9, 2013

Twitter can be a great platform to engage with people though, if campaigners take the time to have back and forth discussions and not just use Twitter to promote blog posts, press releases or fact sheets. I have personally had some of the most thought-provoking conversations on Twitter about social justice issues and politics.

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Twitter Stats Japan Statistics 76

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 3, 2017

8) Messaging apps have 20% more monthly active users than social networks. NGOs outside of predominantly Muslim countries need to better understand the Muslim faith community and consider expanding their holiday fundraising campaigns to include Muslim holidays – giving to charity increases significantly during Ramadan and Eid al- Fitr.

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Demographics Trend Technology Change 244

Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 11, 2011

– "Well how about that – after Epic Change’s use of JustCoz, and Al Gore’s campaign with Climate Reality Project in September to get folks to donate their status updates, someone has gone and open sourced the concept.

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Web Advocacy Open Source Bookmarking 111

Care2

APRIL 30, 2014

Do you know what types of content or campaigns resonate with your audiences on your website, email list, and social media channels? Spout Social: This tool has easy to read social media reports. Inspired Actions : I recommend this for engagement scores that identify your most engaging social media posts.

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Audience Track Content Tools 65

Care2

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

Delany, who heads up the National Women’s Law Center (NWLC) online department, says that one tactic he uses to repurpose NWLC content in an engaging way is to share compelling stats from their policy factsheets. Create a Social Media Staff Handbook. A good social media handbook does not have to be long and intimidating.

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Social Media Media Social Tips 75

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 21, 2012

Kate Kilbourne is the Web & Social Media Manager at Camfed USA shares her experience. As the Web & Social Media Manager for Camfed USA (The Campaign for Female Education) I am charged with expanding our online presence in new and innovative ways. Winning at Pinning – Guest Post by Kate Kilbourne.

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Social Media Africa Search Adwords 126

Care2

APRIL 18, 2011

One of the big questions I often get asked by nonprofit campaigners is “how do I know if our blog and social media are succeeding and resonating with people?&# The very first thing that nonprofits should do is setup a tracking system to measure their blogs and social media. Great question. Do you know who they are?

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Social Media Measure Media Social 65

Care2

APRIL 6, 2014

If your organization is struggling to find the right analytic tools to track your website traffic, social media presence, and how your reports, campaigns, or infographics perform across the web, check out this list of 5 helpful analytic tools. Looking for a report that combines your Google Analytics stats in a visual format?

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Analytics Track Tools Metrics 71