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Nonprofits: Have we had enough of "vote for me" fundraising yet?

Judi Sohn

" In reality, the challenge illustrated exactly why these "vote for me" contests in the nonprofit world have got to go away. Contests that are designed to select winners based on popular votes only and huge dollar amounts inspire scarcity thinking. That a local organization is more deserving than a national one?

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Nonprofits: Have we had enough of "vote for me" fundraising yet?

Judi Sohn

" In reality, the challenge illustrated exactly why these "vote for me" contests in the nonprofit world have got to go away. Contests that are designed to select winners based on popular votes only and huge dollar amounts inspire scarcity thinking. That a local organization is more deserving than a national one?

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An Interview with Jessica Rauch about The Generation Project: Passionate about Teaching Young People

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

in General Childhood Education at Bank Street College of Education. In our nation's schools, great disparities exist and we cannot simply sit on the sideline while this injustice persists. It is for the good of the individual and the nation that we must solve the achievement gap. Education is supposed to be the great equalizer.

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How to Get Your Nonprofit’s Story in the News

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There are plenty of ordinary happenings that can grab a headline, such as your nonprofit’s annual student art contest or upcoming 5K. Reach out to the media with a local angle on a national story. If your organization supports families impacted by childhood cancer, figure out who the healthcare journalists are in your market.

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