Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 29, 2010

Today, I stumbled across another reason why I'd like to blow up online contests that use "vote for me" or popularity to make funding decisions. If a contest or program does not lead with social outcomes and if big money is thrown on the table, it encourages social innovation of another kind. I initially thought it was a good idea.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 25, 2019

Once you’ve locked down the type of event you want to have and the right audience for that event, you’re going to want to put a lot of effort into driving interest, pushing for completed ticket sales or registrations, and getting everyone excited. Email is still king in the invitation world. 5) Allow supporters to purchase tickets on the go.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 17, 2012

The DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is back and calling for your best 2011 nonprofit videos! The 6th Annual DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is taking submissions starting February 1st. The 6th Annual DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is taking submissions starting February 1st. Are you a nonprofit?

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NetWits

JUNE 22, 2011

Add more registrants and you’ll likely improve your fundraising total – logic tells us. For example, if early-bird registration is closing, email team captains a sample message they can forward that alerts team members of a fee increase and encourages them to find new team members. Cultivating. If not, create one next year.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Many sponsors and donors want recognition for their support. Mention the donor in emails directly about the event they sponsored. This can be 4 emails a year dedicated to sponsors who give the org $10K or more. Many of us are familiar with local businesses sponsoring local sports teams. Plug donor skills into the work.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 21, 2019

This can lead to a new network of donors, volunteers, fundraisers, grantors, and even corporate sponsors. By using a modern online fundraising platform with integrated ticketing and registration capabilities, you can take advantage of social sharing throughout these activities. Have an event coming up that encourages teams? Promotions.

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OneCause

DECEMBER 4, 2024

We’ll start with our 10 favorites: Mulligans Donation Appeal Hole Sponsorship Hole-in-One Contest Putting Contest Helicopter Drop Pink Ball Contest Logo Accessories Drink Tickets Discounted Foursome Ticket Packages Once you’ve covered these, make to sure to explore the rest of our golf fundraising ideas , too.

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AccelEvents

JULY 28, 2021

Aside from increasing engagement from your virtual audience, gamification can: Increase sponsor engagement: Gamification creates more naming opportunities for sponsors. Not only is there a chance to put their name and logo on the game or competition, but sponsors also have the chance to put together incredible branded prize packages.

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CauseVox

MAY 3, 2021

And while many aspects translate seamlessly, one of the questions we hear time and time again is: “How do I get sponsors for my virtual event?”. It’s a great question, because a solid group of sponsors can completely change an event. That’s why we’ve created this full guide to recruiting sponsors for virtual events.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Get more golfers and sponsors to the green with these insider tips to create buzz and promote the tournament. This demographic is one that sponsors are interested in gaining exposure to, which could add sponsor appeal to your tournament. Why should my nonprofit host a charity golf tournament? Leverage digital channels.

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AccelEvents

JULY 9, 2020

Aside from increasing engagement from your virtual audience, gamification can: Increase sponsor engagement: gamification creates more naming opportunities for sponsors. Will your gamification highlight your event sponsors? Get exhibitors and sponsors involved in your prizes. Share that information on social media as well.

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NTEN

MARCH 16, 2012

With so many incredible videos submitted to this year’s contest it was no easy task, but judges in the 6th Annual DoGooder Nonprofit Video Awards have narrowed down the field of entries to 16 finalists. The 16 finalist videos can be watched on the Contest homepage.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

The DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is back and calling for your best 2011 nonprofit videos! The 6th Annual DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is taking submissions starting February 1st. The 6th Annual DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is taking submissions starting February 1st. Are you a nonprofit?

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 10, 2020

Smaller organizations can do well with the free features offered on social media platforms, but creating sponsored content is great for those who can afford it. Organic posting, running contests, and incorporating social media marketing in emails are all great ways to get started on your branding journey. Run a contest!

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sgEngage

MAY 12, 2023

Streamlined registration and checkout process. Sponsor ticketing and tracking. To boost revenue for your event and ROI for your sponsors, look for auction software that offers a way to easily track paid and in-kind sponsorships as well as ways to match sponsor contributions to public displays, such as logo sizes.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

To make the registration and payment process seamless, set up an online fundraising page on CauseVox to track who’s signed up. Pumpkin Carving Contest. come judge the contest. To help mitigate costs, ask local businesses if they’d be willing to sponsor your event. Your artist just has to log in and lead class virtually.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Look for an event platform that has live chat features and event venue spreads , as well as tools for event brands, such as analytics tools, silent auction, raffle ticket offers, customer service, and ticketing and registration support. Online Voting Contest. Virtual Holiday Gala. Consider voting on something that is silly.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

Twestival Local Weekend : Last February, Twestival raised over $250,000 for charity:water on Twitter on February 13th with more 200 cities sponsoring local tweet, meet, and give parties. Registration here. American Open Challenge is GlobalGiving's second online giving contest. So, here's a few samplings from my digital buffet.

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AccelEvents

JULY 9, 2020

Aside from increasing engagement from your virtual audience, gamification can: Increase sponsor engagement: gamification creates more naming opportunities for sponsors. Will your gamification highlight your event sponsors? Get exhibitors and sponsors involved in your prizes. Share that information on social media as well.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Hold your event annually and invite sponsors to have tents at the finish line with water/sports drinks and even craft beer for the finishers. Encourage your participants to create dance teams and host contests to see who can come up with the most fun routines.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Determine Your Fundraising Goal and Budget Set clear fundraising goal s to motivate participants, sponsors, and donors. Plan a schedule with time for registration, practice rounds, the main tournament, and extras like raffles or auctions to add to the fun. You can look for sponsors for each of these Challenges too!

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

[Photo credit: Idea Accelerator contestants high five after practicing their pitches at the Microsoft evening reception, Sept. Modify and adapt 2-3 matchmaking apps like Tinder to democratize nonprofit to nonprofit, nonprofit to sponsor (for profits), nonprofits to consultants matches.

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Achieve

JUNE 21, 2023

Sponsorships are a win-win for the sponsoring business and the benefiting nonprofit, but it’s up to the event’s planning team to effectively build, pitch, and sell sponsorships. Finally, think about other potential sponsors that are dedicated to your cause or have a history of sponsoring fundraising events in your community.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Any nonprofit or NGO can participate in Giving Tuesday, and there’s no payment or registration needed. Whatever you choose to auction off, make sure you use a platform like Qgiv to streamline your auction experience with fast registration, check-in, and easy bidding. This is also a great time to acquire sponsors and seek auction items.

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OneCause

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

To ensure you can plan for the right amount of materials and staff to pull off the charity golf outing games your donors are excited about, include registration for these games in your registration form. Test your golfers’ skills on a par 3 with a contest called “Closest to the Pin.” Closest to the Pin.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Ask your congregants to help sponsor the trip you’re taking by donating pre-determined amounts associated with the number of miles you’ll be traveling. Chains like Chipotle, Target, and other major retailers regularly sponsor “spirit nights” for schools, wherein a percentage of their sales is donated to the featured school.

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CauseVox

JUNE 9, 2021

Sponsors: Sponsors can be a major source of income for an in-person gala, and you don’t want to leave them behind. Luckily the virtual format gives you a lot of flexibility to make sponsors happy. Considerations: have an impartial umpire or judge for the games so that its a fair contest for all. Live-Streaming.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Look for an event platform that has live chat features and event venue spreads , as well as tools for event brands, such as analytics tools, silent auction, raffle ticket offers, customer service, and ticketing and registration support. Online Voting Contest. Virtual Holiday Gala. Consider voting on something that is silly.

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Neon CRM

APRIL 27, 2023

Competition: This is an event where you gather participants to compete against each other in some sort of contest. It could be a charity 5k, a pie-eating contest, or a battle of the bands. Step 7: Secure Event Sponsors and/or In-Kind Donations Most nonprofit events serve as fundraisers. Let’s get started! Take the Assessment!

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Classy

JUNE 1, 2021

At the most basic level you need to thank all attendees and registrants for signing up for the event as soon as possible. Keep the momentum going and host a surprise giveaway across social media with your sponsor by encouraging your community to engage in photo contests. Send thank you messages immediately.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

Each of these ideas can leverage attendee registrations, sponsorships, and other add-on components to bring in dollars. A cooking contest or bake-off might attract local foodies and aspiring chefs to share their best dishes. Here are five out-of-the-ordinary types of nonprofit fundraising events. A road race.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

Photo Contest. In addition to soliciting gifts, why not take the day to recognize those who support your mission, like donors, volunteers, sponsors, grantees and vendors? Or, offer an all-day auction, contests, and other activities for them to get involved and help you raise funds. . Photo Contest. Fundraising Letters.

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Whole Whale

MAY 8, 2020

They also held a student art contest to design a special Art in Action necklace that could be purchased on the day, with an even higher percentage of proceeds going to the org. Registrations could be individual fees or family packs. Card Service. Organize a “turkey trot” style 5K race to support your cause.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

To make things easier for your supporters, set up an online registration form where they can pay ahead of time. Costume contest. If it’s getting close to Halloween, take costumes to the next level with a peer-to-peer costume contest. Cookie-decorating contest. T-shirt and banner ad sales. School carnival.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 27, 2021

Reach out to potential sponsors. messages that ask supporters to sign a petition before midnight, register for an event before registration closes, etc.). You can use LinkedIn as a starting point for finding corporate sponsors , too. Up your storytelling game. Find more major gifts. Look for grants. Invest in paid search.

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

For instance, the Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity hosted a wildly successful Gingerbread Home Build contest, bringing in 132% over their goal. Pet photo contest – Everyone loves looking at adorable animals and showing off their pets. With a pet photo contest, ask supporters to submit photos of their furry friends beforehand.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Gingerbread house decorating contest. Put your supporters’ creative cookie construction skills to the test with a gingerbread house decorating contest. Spice your party up with a contest where supporters can win prizes for wearing the most creative or ugliest sweater, among other categories. Winter Wonderland carnival.

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