Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

NetSquared’s February series exploring “Online Community Organizing” includes three different interviews; I’m really excited to participate! Q: What does “online” add to the community organizing? Online networking means communities can form that aren’t based in the same physical place.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 8, 2023

Online giving is one of the fastest-growing donation methods. In 2022, online giving grew by 12.1% , motivating nonprofits to find more ways to connect with their supporters through digital channels. Consider incorporating this approach into your annual fundraising plan , you might need help knowing where to start.

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Tech Soup

JULY 19, 2017

For the Professional Social Media class I teach at Sonoma State University , I created an exercise designed to help folks practice both content creation and looking at metrics. In my case, I use a Facebook update, but you could use an update on any channel with the relevant engagement options, in this case Like, Comment, and Share.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

allow individuals and brands to launch their own Web-based “TV&# channels. Currently, these channels can not easily be viewed on the digital TV sets in our living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms, but it’s just a matter of time. Start building your channel and live-streaming communities now. Websites like Ustream.tv

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CauseVox

JUNE 9, 2021

Online virtual fundraising is one of the most popular ways for nonprofits to raise money. According to the latest M+R Benchmarks study , online giving increased 10% in 2019 and has been steadily on the rise, while monthly online giving has increased by 22%. Maybe your nonprofit hasn’t yet developed an online fundraising plan.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Some individual board members may want to start with “easier” tasks like thanking donors, but eventually, they should be directly helping raise thousands of dollars annually. Give in-kind support to the organization in a way that actually helps. Join online fundraising communities and ask lots of questions and monitor for great ideas.

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Candid

APRIL 2, 2024

Raise your visibility online and beyond Effective fundraising requires more than providing meaningful programming and presenting a well-written grant proposal. You need to ensure that funders can find you online and learn about your work. In turn, this will help the potential funder easily understand how you serve the community.

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Gyrus

JUNE 18, 2023

Top 10 Online Learning Platforms in 2024 Gyrus Systems Gyrus Systems - Best Online Learning Management Systems With the growing need for remote learning options, particularly in the post-COVID world, the market for online learning platforms has experienced a remarkable surge in demand and expansion.

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Gyrus

JUNE 18, 2023

10 Best Online Learning Platforms in 2024 Gyrus Systems Gyrus Systems - Best Online Learning Management Systems With the growing need for remote learning options, particularly in the post-COVID world, the market for online learning platforms has experienced a remarkable surge in demand and expansion.

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Media Cause

JUNE 1, 2024

The valuable learnings you’ll gain will help update and inform your advocacy strategies. Create Community Across Channels Use each marketing channel to create connections, not just to promote your advocacy actions. These channels are tools to foster relationships and mobilize your base.

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Gyrus

JUNE 18, 2023

Top 10 Online Learning Platforms in 2024 GyrusAim LMS GyrusAim LMS - With the growing need for remote learning options, particularly in the post-COVID world, the market for online learning platforms has experienced a remarkable surge in demand and expansion. which enhance the learning experience.

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Gyrus

JUNE 18, 2023

Top 10 Online Learning Platforms in 2024 GyrusAim LMS GyrusAim LMS - With the growing need for remote learning options, particularly in the post-COVID world, the market for online learning platforms has experienced a remarkable surge in demand and expansion. which enhance the learning experience.

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Media Cause

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Communication is the most important tool a project manager and their team has to help clients achieve their goals, especially in the ever-changing landscape of the current workplace. To ensure effective project communication, keep in mind these best practices for groups communicating in these virtual channels.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 24, 2024

Before the school year begins again, parents may run around to different stores, stand in the backpack aisle wondering which option is best for their eighth-grader, or browse the pen and pencil selection online. You may notice you’re missing some key information about these customers that would help you better reach them.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Online fundraising allows your nonprofit to earn donations from a wide audience, growing your network and raising more for your cause. Today, most modern nonprofits engage in at least limited online fundraising to engage supporters even while following social distancing guidelines. Applying to Fundraise Online.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 4, 2019

2019 marks 20 years since online giving first began in any significant way. In 1999, Blackbaud pioneered the nonprofit technology market by introducing reliable, secure, and donor-friendly online donation forms. Fast forward 20 years to today and online giving now represents tens of billions of dollars in charitable giving each year.

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 26, 2024

From email to your website , your nonprofit’s digital presence spans multiple communication channels, each with its own unwritten rules for success. Managing several of these channels can easily monopolize your marketing team’s time and resources. Other opportunities will come as your nonprofit becomes well-established online.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 23, 2017

Marcelo set up the overall context: How can NGOs effectively engage donors online in an ever-growing age of complexity and connectivity? The challenges: Explosion of online media channels. The campaign provides advice on how to self-examine and help detect signs and symptoms. A multi-screen world. Stories are social.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 1, 2013

Online fundraising has seen a remarkable rise in the past few years. While beautiful charity galas and creative offline campaigns still gather support for nonprofits’ causes, they slowly slip away from donors’ focus. Creating strategies for online fundraising, with a little of effort, will transform your donors into online supporters.

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Kindful

APRIL 28, 2021

Put simply, a hybrid fundraising event simultaneously or asynchronously combines offline and online experiences. Simply live-streaming your in-person event technically qualifies, but a stellar hybrid experience is one that is multi-channel and interactive. What is a hybrid fundraising event?

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Neon CRM

JUNE 23, 2023

Since its inception in 2012, GivingTuesday has relied on digital channels to build a global community. Using #GivingTuesday on social media is one of the best opportunities available to raise awareness about your work, grow your supporter base, and mobilize existing supporters to help your cause. gave over $1 billion online.

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Care2

JUNE 15, 2011

But what if you don’t have the budget or staff to focus on eight (or eighteen) different giving channels? We can help! Join us on Wednesday, June 29 from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET for Multi-Channel Fundraising: Magic or Myth? We’ll share the facts and fallacies about online giving. So what and who cares?

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

In a departure from its usual format, the August session of the San Francisco Online Community Meetup was an open forum. The talk, facilitated by online community veteran Scott Moore , delved into various facets of online community. Is one channel good enough for building and managing online community?

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sgEngage

JUNE 30, 2023

This article covers the nuances of nonprofit marketing, exploring the different types, channels, and challenges. How Blackbaud Can Help The Impact of Nonprofit Marketing Nonprofit marketing aims to increase the awareness, engagement, and contributions from donors (especially first-time advocates). billion emails in that year alone.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 9, 2010

With more than half of 2010 now over, it might be helpful to review some updated statistics. . Online Giving Remains Positive. But the latest online giving data shows continued growth. The Blackbaud Index of Online Giving was launched this year and measures online giving data from more than 1,700 organizations.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 16, 2013

If you have been following me on Twitter, Facebook, this blog or other social media channels, you know that my father passed away several weeks ago. This post summarizes the results and a few insights about social media fundraising and network strategies as a way to share back what I learned and to help bring some closure.

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Qgiv

MARCH 25, 2024

These events help unite people for a cause through the power of music. Set your goals Knowing your goal can help you make the right decisions for the rest of your benefit concert planning journey. Sponsors can help you pad out your budget and start long-term partnerships with a for-profit partner.

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NetWits

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

With over 500 minutes (that’s 10 hrs) of free event fundraising consulting you’ll learn everything from how to get started with your first event to running effective multi-channel communications programs that increase fundraising performance. Increase Communication Effectiveness Through Multi-channel Marketing.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

It enables: Offline relationship building with donors and the community Creative materials that leave a lasting impression on donors Highly targeted and personalized messaging (when done well—more on that below!) Consistent branding helps build trust and recognition among the community and your donors.

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Care2

JANUARY 24, 2013

Say good bye to "online fundraising" and "offline fundraising," there is only fundraising. Leads acquired online are often best nurtured through social networks and converted in the mail, or over the phone if you're after monthly donors. Using Facebook ads to drive online actions. Phoning your email supporters.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

According to the 2024 Digital Fundraising Benchmark Report , new donors acquired online gave 19.4% more in their first year and were 48% more valuable than offline donors. This shows the value of dedicating more resources to growing your online fundraising efforts. Donor CRM integration. Recurring giving. Auction management.

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Tech Soup

MAY 9, 2011

Since 2002, TechSoup has helped over 118,000 nonprofits and libraries save over $1.7 In addition to the numerous technology products and how-tos we make available, we've created digital content designed to help you and your organization. TechSoup has over 400 technology products available for nonprofits and over 40 donor partners.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 14, 2017

If you’re like most nonprofits and charitable organizations you’re seeing growth in online giving. How fast is your online giving growing? giving both show that online giving continues to grow approximately 7% year over year, while overall giving remains relatively flat, growing only 1-3% per year. Older donors are online.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 7, 2023

If they made an online gift, redirect them to a thank you landing page first. If they made an offline gift, mail a personalized thank you letter within 48 hours. If they made an offline gift, mail a personalized thank you letter within 48 hours. This should also be sent to donors who gave online.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 24, 2014

Thought leaders drive conversations – online and off, influence others, and shape perceptions in their field. This post covers the benefits and provides some ways to effectively cultivate thought leadership through social channels. If your nonprofit’s executive director or CEO a thought leader?

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Do you want to be part of the team helping organizations put technology to use for social change? This Community Engagement Manager position offers the right individual the opportunity to play a crucial role in supporting the NTEN community to connect, learn, and change both on and offline.

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NetWits

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

This is the time of year that your organization should be raising up to 40% of its donations online. While a large majority of donations are still made by check (79 percent), online fundraising is the fastest growing donation channel. – Online fundraising grew 34% and raised over $20 billion dollars in 2010 – Blackbaud.

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