sgEngage

MARCH 19, 2024

It’s also about making sure that your questions reflect the current state of your community and the sector, and that they respect the diversity and expertise of your applicants. For some changes, you may need to communicate them to your community and explain the rationale behind them. Is this question relevant?

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Generative AI tools promise to save time and effort by assisting with communications, but can you trust AI with something as personal and important as your year-end fundraising appeal? After all, your donors give because they care about your cause—not because of perfectly polished language. If you’re not a Flipcause client, no worries!

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EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good.  Provide closed captioning, translation services, and materials in multiple languages.

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CauseVox

MARCH 1, 2023

I’m referring to ChatGPT , a revolutionary language model developed by OpenAI that’s changing the game in every industry. ChatGPT (Chat Generated Paragraph Techniques) is an advanced natural language processing tool to provide information and cobble content together based on prompts entered by a user. Well, there’s a solution.

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Language Generation Nonprofit Social Media 97

The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 13, 2024

The report offers detailed descriptions of, and ways around, eight barriers reflected in the observations. But deadlines can also be applied to crises or opportunities, with appeal language that highlights the increased impact of gifts made within a designated period.

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Media Cause

JULY 14, 2023

Use language and imagery that are relevant, culturally sensitive, and can resonate with diverse communities. Beyond website traffic, consider metrics that reflect the impact on equity, such as engagement from marginalized communities or positive social media sentiment. Follow accessibility guidelines!

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Achieve

MARCH 18, 2024

Whether it’s an emailed donation appeal, social media post, or old-school flyer on a bulletin board, the best nonprofit communications help your audience relate to and position themselves within your mission’s story. But what about some of your highest-impact communications— grant proposals ? Be mindful of passive voice.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

AUGUST 8, 2020

approach to communications and fundraising strategy that is at the heart of how I do my work -- authenticity. So much of that authenticity manifests itself through the way they communicate and their voice. The problem with this is that it rarely lends itself to a memorable voice or an enticing brand. I get that.

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Strategy Voice Profit Communication 59

Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Your nonprofit mission statement is how you communicate your organization’s impact to supporters, clients, and the community at large. Mission statements are typically short and to the point, briefly communicating the nature of the organization’s work, impact , goals, and values. How do they communicate what they do?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2020

She has worked with Candid, Cornell University, the United Nations, and Vital Voices Global Partnerships, among others. Storytelling is core to how we as human beings communicate. From a very young age, it is through stories that we learn about ourselves, those around us, and the world in which we live. Digital Storytelling Framework.

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Candid

JUNE 7, 2023

As I dug into the advice, I couldn’t help but reflect on the way I engage with nonprofit social media: Is the use of humor and short-form video crucial for brands to grab my attention? Prefers language that is both relatable and easy to understand (with some experts saying it’s important to use their slang ).

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

The theme should clearly reflect the purpose of honoring and highlighting AAPI cultures. Voices That Inspire: Welcoming AAPI Luminaries to Your Stage When planning your AAPI Heritage Month event, consider inviting influential speakers and community leaders from within the Asian American and Pacific Islander community to participate.

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Celebrate Education Fundraising Culture 59

Non Profit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

This is our reflective moment, Devyn. We are especially today talking about design and visionary imagery and what it is actually like when people authentically communicate. And I wonder if you could share a little bit about how it’s been for you to be working with this imagery, this visual language that you’re creating?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 6, 2008

I got this great question from someone and I know that many of you may have struggled with this issue and have some wisdom to offer: Hi Beth, My question is: does the voice/tone of a blog need to match up with the voice/tone of the nonprofit? Perhaps that is why I am protective of my blogging voice. Any thoughts or resources?

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Media Cause

APRIL 22, 2022

Content needs to be easily digestible and should be written in a way that reflects your brand’s unique tone of voice. . Optimize your email so it’s mobile friendly, and while you’re at it, make sure your digital communications are accessible by using legible fonts and adding alt text to images. . Show + Tell.

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Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2023

The strategic planning process involves reflecting on your mission to identify your most important goals and determining the strategies you’ll use to reach them. When it comes to strategic planning, there are a few common hesitations that nonprofits voice throughout the process.

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Classy

APRIL 27, 2021

We’re bringing that honest conversation right to you with some new voices with a passion for nonprofit culture and employee wellness. . A: My top recommendation is to communicate very early on. Ask for help when it’s appropriate with clear language. Krista joined the Austin Angels staff in 2018 without hesitation.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 12, 2023

Social media is an important channel of communication for connecting with your donors and supporters. You should also work to develop your brand’s voice and language across your social media profiles. You don’t ever want to post blurry photos or pictures with content that doesn’t accurately reflect your organization’s values.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 3, 2012

I took some much-needed time off in December and was able to spend some down time reflecting on the future of social media and mobile technology for the nonprofit sector. You can learn by watching what they do and ultimately mimic them in your own communications and fundraising campaigns to tap into that success. Learn basic HTML.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 21, 2024

While organizations have mainly used basic SMS for communications and fundraising, the explosion of smartphone technology and the proliferation of messaging apps have to diversify their approach to supporter engagement. Mobile messaging has evolved significantly over the past decade, especially within the nonprofit sector.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

We have designed and been delivering “ Friending the Finish Line ” with the goals of having organizations create an integrated social media strategy into their overall communications plan and as a way to accelerate the progress of their children’s health care advocacy work and create a peer networked learning community.

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Social Media Train Training Network 98

Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Janice Holly Booth, MA (Leadership), Founder, The Teambuilding K.I.T. : “Hands down, communication is one of the most important factors in the health of an organization’s culture, and it’s also one of the thorniest problems. Creating a shared language or best practices will help bring clarity on what your organization stands for.

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Have Fun - Do Good

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

." ~ Caroline Lovell, Founder, Traveling Postcards Traveling Postcards facilitates the creation of handmade art postcards that are hand delivered all over the world to bringing awareness and voice to women and girls whose lives have suffered from isolation, violence, or repression. What is the path that brought you to this work?

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Museum 2.0

MARCH 27, 2013

They may also begin to cultivate a “language” of talking about this with others. A key aspect of this rung is the degree to which children are engaged in critical reflection. For example, are children just viewed as a free source of help for the garden project, or do they have a chance to reflect on it, consider it, and learn from it?

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 27, 2014

You need to encourage your constituents to talk to their state representatives and voice support for the bill. Many nonprofit organizations face data management hurdles like these - getting external data into an existing system or having multiple systems communicate with each other. APIs to the Rescue.

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Michael Stein's Non-profit Technology Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2008

"Mainly", she said, "to police our staff to make sure they haven't posted anything that would reflect badly on our organization". -- "You could also take the opportunity to post stuff yourself that would promote your organization and mission", I prompted. --"I don't think so." she chuckled. The fallacy here is simple.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 11, 2021

Lindsay Simonds will decode the top five most impactful ways people contribute to communities. By understanding core motivations, intentions, perspectives reflected in this webinar, you will be able to build a stronger case for support, increase the impact you have, and gain strategies for creating and preserving community.

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People Community Video Podcast 80

NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 15, 2015

Do you have an effective communicator? Give employees an opportunity to voice their thoughts on what qualifications and attributes they’d like this new hire to possess. Make sure you’re presenting a compelling role with a compensation package that reflects market realities. Compare the Language in Your Job Announcement.

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Bloomerang

JULY 2, 2021

We are here to talk about “The 3 V’s of Virtual Communication.” Hi, Steven, very glad to be here and chat with you again and featuring attendees about communication strategies. And it’s really how to communicate your cause in 2021. And ask anything about communication, what you’re focusing on.

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M+R

JUNE 7, 2023

To back up: Many communications professionals have long viewed the traditional mainstream outlets (such as The Washington Post, New York Times , and the main broadcast news networks) as the gold standard, regardless of who their work impacts or who their audiences are. Which resources do we need to share the stories of non-English speakers?

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 19, 2011

Anyone in or outside of Haiti could use the tool via the web or on a mobile phone to make reports with voice, text or video; the reports were then mapped and sources verified. As we saw with the Haiti response, language can be a huge barrier to response rate as we rely on people to help translate messages at an un-approachable rate.

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Disaster Social Media Haiti Media 206

NTEN

JUNE 20, 2011

ToMamaWithLove (TMWL) is no exception – but, as Stacey Monk, CEO of Epic Change, reflects, "It's a much different medium than it used to be.". She explains that when they first approached this media, they thought it would be a way to amplify voices of people who weren't being heard. Stacey uses it for one-to-one personal connections.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

This Black History Month, we reflect on the strategy work that our team does through our partnership with the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture —much of which centers around expanding access.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 25, 2011

There are two particularly useful guides (both available in other languages including Arabic). Tactical Technology’s Security in A Box suggests asking a couple of good reflective questions about your account on any online social networking platform where you set up a presence: Who can access the information I am putting online?

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 6, 2021

If we’re asking people to care about the people they give money to help, then are we doing our part to speak on behalf of our animals, our planets, our beneficiaries to show our love/their love to our supporters in our communication? The whole pack is designed to speak to the reasons of why supporters give in their own language.

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Museum 2.0

AUGUST 7, 2008

Yes, the Exploratorium is also present in these arenas as a "talker" (more on that next week), but it is just one voice among thousands. By understanding what individuals are highlighting about the Exploratorium experience, the museum can craft its own messaging--and programming--to reflect and enhance the elements seen as most valuable.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

The things that I tell you will not stick unless you are able to reflect upon your own experience and go, “Ah, yes, I think this is what Julie is talking about. ” That reflection is really important. . And even though this is all standard strategic planning language, for some of you, you’re like, “I got this.

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