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[Book Interview] Nonprofit Example of Social Media Excellence: Pancreatic Cancer Action Network

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Organization: Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Facebook has been a highly effective tool and is the strongest in communicating the message of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, but also allows people to connect and offer support to each other. Organization Size: Medium. Name: Allison Nassour. Title: Social Media Manager.

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Using the Social Web to Make Local Impact

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As part of the LIVESTRONG Action campaign the LIVE STRONG day is focused on unifying people from all around the world through local events and activities that celebrate cancer survivorship. It’s also designed to generate awareness and foster support so the world can be freed from cancer.

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4 Tips for Managing Massive Nonprofit Fundraising Events

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Team up with local tv, radio, and print media partners, popular blogs, and social media influencers that reach and represent your target audiences. Ask local businesses if they can help you thank your volunteers by donating gifts or experiences. Remind your committee members specifically and often of the impact they’re making.

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What do the mega gifts of 2024 say about giving? 

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and his daughter, Tessa Stephenson Brand, in support of pancreatic cancer research. And Griffin, who has also moved to southern Florida, awarded $50 million each to the University of Miami for its comprehensive cancer center and Baptist Health South Florida to advance neurological care in the region. Emmet Stephenson Jr.

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10 Reasons Your Email Appeal is Being Ignored

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We work with local farmers to distribute excess produce to families in need. For example, if I’ve indicated an interest in cancer research, failing to customize my appeal communications around an urgent need for cancer research funding.” – Mike Snusz. “ I volunteer with a small nonprofit called Fields to Families.

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Mark Your Calendars! 2015 Cause Awareness Days

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4: World Cancer Day — #WorldCancerDay. 5: Give Local America Day — #GiveLocal15. The trick is to build a sense of anticipation among your fans and followers and an essential first step is to select and add relevant cause awareness days to your nonprofit’s editorial calendar. 19: Martin Luther King, Jr.

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50 Nonprofits Every U.S. Politican Should Follow on Twitter

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American Cancer Society :: @ AmericanCancer. And if you are an influencial blogger in your local community, state, or country, may I suggest you create a similar list of nonprofits to follow relevant to your corner of the world. Alliance for American Manufacturers :: @ KeepItMadeInUSA. American Civil Liberties Union :: @ ACLU.

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