Tech Soup

JUNE 20, 2014

As summer starts, we’ll report on what happened to Facebook Causes, some big developments in cloud computing including the launch of Salesforce1, a big partnership between Salesforce and Microsoft that bodes well for charities, and the launch of Box.org, free cloud storage for nonprofits. The Demise of Facebook Causes.

Charity 65

Charity Causes News Facebook 65

Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

From the first experience of surround sound to seeing your hands function and your body moving through a digital world, nonprofit marketers and fundraisers absolutely need to explore this next iteration of the internet. You can choose from a variety of physical features and clothing and accessories. Explore and have fun.

Avatar 359

Avatar Tips Nonprofit Profile 359

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

For example, many charities like churches and synagogues will pay a stipend for educational programming. Build a network or list of CPAs and advisors in your state and do outreach to keep your charity top of mind, especially in December. It’s easier than it sounds. Tell everyone in advance how far you’ll go for your charity.

Fundraising 362

Fundraising Donation Donor Social Media 362

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 15, 2009

Note From Beth: A few weeks ago, I wrote a reflection on an article in CNET called " Crowded Roads Ahead for Charity 2.0 " based on an interview with Toby Daniels of Think Social and Scott Harrison of charity:water. One quote from the article related to Cause fatigue caught my eye. "If Photo by Thomas Hawk.

Causes 89

Causes Build Demonstration Social Media 89

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Clever campaigns also deliver a great return on investment, particularly for charities or nonprofit organisations seeking to deliver an outstanding result on a limited budget. The Sound of Science: A Tinnitus Biobank Read on to find out more about these innovative examples of nonprofit marketing campaigns. ’s message.

Examples 116

Examples Campaign Marketing Nonprofit 116

CauseVox

DECEMBER 9, 2024

You may think you sound excited but it comes off like youre screaming at someone. Since it sounds a bit disingenuous, its best to remove or replace them with more accessible language. puts your open rate at 0.28% above the charity industrys average given 10,000 subscribers. Subscribe to orgs with a similar focus to your cause.

email 81

email Fundraising Spam Donor 81

ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 27, 2013

million charities and religious groups, according to Giving USA. Most donors believe that they are giving to worthwhile causes, but few conduct the necessary research to determine how effectively an organization uses donations to accomplish its mission. You can also register with GuideStar to access the 990 for almost any charity.

Donation 87

Donation Charity Evaluation Tennessee 87

The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 25, 2022

This thank you letter can be the gateway to building a long lasting relationship between the donor and your cause. Using a story can immediately and tangibly connect donors to the person or cause that they have helped. If not, chances are your letter sounds too formal or not human enough. Be grateful without being over the top.

Donor 100

Donor Tips Gift Sound 100

Bloomerang

JANUARY 10, 2022

That sounds like it’s all about money. If you love your charity, why wouldn’t you gift your friends, neighbors, colleagues and anyone else you can think of with the opportunity to join with you in this joyful experience? Get in touch with your passion for your cause. For this to work, you have to genuinely love your cause.

People 139

People Fundraising Giving Philanthropy 139

Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

. – "This interview is part of our "Social Citizen Sightings" series, in which we highlight how people are using their creativity, idealism, and digital fluency to support their causes every day. Milena Arciszewski is 26. But hold on. Today's teens also plan to be generous when they get older.

Web 105

Web Influence Paypal Teen 105

Have Fun - Do Good

DECEMBER 13, 2007

Everyone's buzzing about the Case Foundation's America's Giving Challenge and the Causes Giving Challenge. Want to help out your favorite cause? Choose a cause you care about in the U.S. Based Charity" or "Select a Global Cause." How to Join the Causes Giving Challenge (December 13-February 1, 2008) 1.

Causes 40

Causes Challenge America Giving 40

NonProfit Hub

JULY 1, 2021

For example, many small businesses donate a percent of sales for specific products to charity. They leverage the good work of the charity to make their product or service an especially good deal for buyers. As people begin to gather again, this presents many opportunities for good causes to utilize. Be the Beneficiary.

Ideas 79

Ideas Nonprofit Charity Causes 79

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 23, 2009

I did this for my recent birthday campaign , using the Facebook Causes matching challenge that if our cause raised $5,200, I'd donate ten times my age or $520. used a variation on the personal challenge theme by asking a friend to do take a personal challenge for charity. Source: Beth Kanter, Flickr Account. Gary Vaynerchuk.

Fun 87

Fun Public History Fundraising 87

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 19, 2012

Are you understanding how social media disrupts your donors decision-making? Pitchfall #1: You sound like a robot. You sound like every other organization out there. Pitchfall #5: You sound like a talking tagline. Likely, you will sound stilted and weird. How many appeal letters have you read over the years?

Social Media 124

Social Media Fundraising Conversation Sound 124

Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Nonprofits and cause driven organizations just like yours are now marketing on Tiktok to help raise awareness and support for their missions! Brand or cause awareness. This TikTok by Charity: Water, below, educates viewers on the lack of clean water in Madagascar. original sound – charity: water.

Marketing 111

Marketing Social Media Guide Madagascar 111

Neon CRM

MARCH 27, 2025

In addition to the information about someones gift, you can add thank-you messaging, impact statements, and pictures that reiterate their connection to your cause. A Nonprofit Donation Receipt Example This all sounds nice in theory, right? That one-time donor may go on to be a loyal supporter of your cause. Heres an example!

Template 72

Template Donation Free Gift 72

The Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Crafting a Donor-friendly Giving Page If you’ve ever experienced the warm-feeling of giving to a charity, chances are it was through a fundraising page. A giving page works by informing potential donors about your cause, explaining how their donations will be used, and providing a straightforward way to donate.

Donation 105

Donation Giving Donor Fundraising 105

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

And while that may sound low, it is double the rate of Facebook Pages. Habitat for Humanity focuses on periodically posting curated content relevant to the cause of homelessness and housing. In the age of monetizing social media through algorithms and paid advertising revenue models, getting two clicks per 100 followers is generous.

Linkedin 363

Linkedin Practice Nonprofit Social Media 363

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

They are the foundation of sound stewardship which is genuinely acknowledging and thanking donors for their precious gifts of time and money. households donated to a charity. Donations to charitable causes are reaching record highs, but the giving is done by a smaller and smaller slice of the total American population.

Donor 134

Donor Strategy Retention Help 134

Care2

JULY 29, 2012

It sounds crazy, right? According to studies by Chris Olivola “when people anticipate that they're going to have to suffer to raise money for a charity, then their willingness to contribute to that cause actually goes up.” But it’s true.

Money 76

Money Fundraising Raise Cancer 76

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 7, 2008

Dank Apps (creators of the popular Lotto app ) has launched a new series of Social Change applications that allow Facebook users to raise money for a cause through advertising revenue. For every new user install on a Social Change application, Dank Apps Inc will donate 2 cents to the charity. Now that doesn't sound like much.

Cancer 57

Cancer Facebook Environment Support 57

Bloomerang

JUNE 18, 2021

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Dear Charity Clairity, Do you have advice on ways to stay in touch with a possible donor who has indicated an interest in making a major gift? Try asking questions like: What caused you to become interested in this, and why is it important to you?

Donor 104

Donor Gift Children Charity 104

Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 12, 2021

alone, over £20m was donated to good causes for Giving Tuesday, a 43% increase in giving from 2019 — that’s more than £14k every minute! A good example of a charity planning a Giving Tuesday campaign is the children’s health charity, Tiny Tickers. This might sound like a lot of work, but automation and technology can help.

Giving 112

Giving Tips Campaign Digital 112

Non Profit Quarterly

OCTOBER 18, 2019

GoFundMe is expanding its services to offer a “free” fundraising platform to charities of all sizes. From medical emergencies, to legal fees, to even booze money, GoFundMe has helped a variety of causes through its online platform. GoFundMe Charity nonprofits must be registered in the PayPal’s Giving Fund Network.

Giving 67

Giving Nonprofit Marketing Campaign 67

NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 25, 2018

The nonprofit gets the word out about its cause and expands its donor base, and the business boosts its sales and exposure in the community. It may sound too good to be true, but it’s really not. Cause marketing. The first method of partnership is “cause marketing.”

Local 76

Local Business Nonprofit Social Media 76

ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 29, 2011

billion to charities. Additionally, approximately 24% of contributions went to support causes in other states and countries. [1]. According to the National Center for Charitable Statistics, in 2008, total revenues of Arizona's approximately 7,000 public charities filing with the IRS 2008 exceeded $19 billion.

Arizona 87

Arizona Research Resource Foundation 87

Whole Whale

JULY 17, 2024

workplace giving) can yield good returns if well-executed # Fundraising Idea Difficulty (1-5) Size of Crowd Initial Investment Expected Return 1 Golf Tournament 4 Large High High 2 Run for a Cause (5K, etc.) Run for a Cause From 1-milers, to 5ks, to marathons, this option has something for everyone. Organize a golf tournament.

Ideas 98

Ideas Fundraising Raise Causes 98

Connection Cafe

MARCH 19, 2011

Because it is your friend/sister/nephew/neighbor asking and you can't tell them no (at least not when such a good cause is at stake). Encourage your fundraisers to share their personal story as it relates to your cause and to really sound like themselves (tip: restrain yourself from over-editing their appeals or web pages.

Fundraising 43

Fundraising Charity Sound Volunteer 43

Whole Whale

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Regardless of your cause, now is the perfect time to say, “Thanks for giving.” You can even get creative in this department, either with a matching gift or asking users to help crowdfund for a promotion, as charity: water did on a 2015 campaign for the BioSand Filter — adding a little seasonal touch to get people further into the spirit.

Review 52

Review Sound Organization Campaign 52

AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

You could also host a holiday fundraiser to raise awareness and money for a certain charitable cause or business. Business, non-profits, and charities should consider hosting a virtual holiday fundraiser like a virtual gala. Business, non-profits, and charities should consider hosting a virtual holiday fundraiser like a virtual gala.

Virtual 97

Virtual Fundraising Registration Social Media 97

NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Imagine donating money to a cause you believed in and never hearing back from the nonprofit organization. Consider these statements: “Hosted a charity run. ” “Hosted a charity run and raised over $1 million toward cancer research. The numbers sound great but what does this mean to the average donor?

Impact 78

Impact Communication Report Nonprofit 78

CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

To get started preparing for the most wonderful time of the year for nonprofits and charities, ensure you’ve covered your year-end fundraising basics with this year-end fundraising campaign timeline. After all, there are hundreds, if not thousands, of causes vying for your donor’s attention.

Calendar 104

Calendar Fundraising Campaign Donor 104

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 14, 2010

Note from Beth: I’m planning a year-end campaign for one of my favorite charities and wanted some good tips on incorporating video. Here’s an example of a video See3 produced in partnership with Charity Dynamics for the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event. Photo by Fensterbme on Flickr.

Donation 107

Donation Video Fundraising Help 107

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 17, 2009

Our cause, providing free after-school training for children with dyslexia, encompasses centers spread across several states. We saw the real value of the blog when we began using it to provide information on a proposed name change for our charity. This book sounds fantastic.

Analytics 88

Analytics Web Twitter Community 88

Bloomerang

AUGUST 9, 2021

After all, for most people $25/month sounds much more approachable than making a $300 gift. That’s because they’re typically engaged over a long period, so your cause stays top of mind for them. They care more about what their peers have to say—about your organization, about the cause, and about the community they are creating.

Donor 134

Donor Strategy Fundraising Gift 134

Bloomerang

DECEMBER 21, 2023

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on the top three things to avoid when thanking donors: Dear Charity Clairity, I’d really like to step up our gratitude game, as I keep hearing how important it is for donor retention. acknowledgment.

Gift 85

Gift Donor Pledge Charity 85

Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

Not only is asking for donations uncomfortable at times, but with SO many great causes out there to donate to, WHY would someone choose your cause? You’re not asking for money, you’re: Championing a cause you, and others, believe in. Pretend it’s another charity you choose to support. Keep reading.

Donation 122

Donation Time Donor Money 122