Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

This is the key to getting noticed by people who will be interested in joining your organization. For example, some people might regularly use forums to meet with others online. It’s important to remember that the type of content that you’re creating will determine the way that people think about your organization.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 18, 2024

Threads announced its API on June 18, 2024 which will transform how brands and people use Threads. You can upload up to 10 photos to a thread. ” You can “Share” your threads as Instagram Posts and Instagram Stories. You can opt in to share your posts to the fediverse. Threads can be up to 500 characters.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

As a result, we significantly increased the representation of women and people of color—at all levels but especially in leadership. From 2013 to 2023, women’s representation on the executive leadership team jumped from 22% to 67%, and the share of people of color increased from 56% to 78%.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 11, 2021

While great challenges lie ahead, UNICEF shares four calls to action to respond to and recover from COVID-19: 1. Invest in the untapped potential of young migrants, refugees, and internally displaced people. Photo credit: UNICEF. Invest in the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

And that strong connection is what motivates people to give. Components of a successful fundraising landing page Most people don’t think of a fundraising landing page as anything other than a place to send people to give. More teens will have the support of loving mentors and other teens who share their goals.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

Before you follow any account, ensure that your profile is complete with (1) a well-designed profile photo and header image; (2) a bio that expresses clearly your organization’s mission; and (3) a link to your website. Don’t be a photo tag spammer either! Upload powerful photos and videos. Schedule tweets in advance.

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Care2

JUNE 19, 2012

Both “Likes” and comments on photos are a lot more popular then posts that have links, status updates, and video. Interestingly, answering questions on Facebook are also quite popular, which signals that people still like to be engaged in more social ways and offer their opinions. Take a look at the chart below.

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VisionLink

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

We wake up four days later to both sun and more rain, 18,000 homes lost or damaged and more than 1,000 people unaccounted for. He took amazing photos and videos. Such as this photo, of a river re-engineering the road bed.

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Care2

JUNE 23, 2012

Photos Were the Most Liked and Shared. Zarella’s study had similar results to the Social Media Today study that showed Photos Get the Most "Likes" on Facebook than any other status updates. While photos generated the most “Likes” on Facebook, it only had an estimated 0.25% of engagement.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

By Paige Kutliek , SEO Manager at GoFundMe ––a free fundraising platform for charities, people, and the causes you care about. Interesting and informative content can truly set your fundraiser apart from the rest, and the right photos can help tell your story in a unique way. Make sure that your main image is not the nonprofit’s logo.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 12, 2023

It can help you quickly reach millions of people directly on their phones and motivate them to give to your organization! A simple photo with a generic Giving Tuesday caption in a sea of millions of similar posts won’t motivate people to give to your nonprofit over everyone else.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2023

1) Infographics [re-designed] In the 2010s, infographics created by nonprofits were consistently the most engaged, posted, shared, and retweeted content on social media, but around 2018, the infographic craze came to an abrupt halt. 4) Being kind on social media [and human] People on Threads are nice. Hang it on their refrigerator?

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Care2

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

How many photos do you take a day? They say that a photo is worth a thousand words. In the realm of social media, this infographic , Storytelling One Frame at a Time , explores just how photos and videos are ruling social media, and why you should jump on this social bandwagon if you haven't already. Instagram has 30.3

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Byte Technology

FEBRUARY 11, 2015

However, it’s important to first be honest: in today’s go-go world, it’s difficult for even the most cause-dedicated people to find the time to fully immerse themselves in a charity they’re passionate about. It all comes down to one word: sharing. Build your campaign around the concept of letting the community create the content.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 19, 2009

Because I want people to know that I expect them to share things they find interesting, or to help further the conversation but that in sharing, others need to keep the content free, too. If you’re a photographer, you might be happy to let someone use your photos so long as they give you credit.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

As People For the American Way Foundation wrestles with these same questions, we’ll share insights from some recent successes. Since many have shared how they can feel isolated as glass ceiling-breakers in their hometowns, we bring them together to gain training and powerful connections.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

8 Unique Ways to Show Gratitude This Giving Season The season of giving is here, and it’s a great reminder for nonprofits to reflect on the people who make our work possible: our donors. Whether it’s through photos, a video, or an end-of-year report, share the wins their support made possible. Thank you for being part of that!”

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 9, 2017

Possibly the most used and most recommended, but arguably the most complicated software to edit photos, Lightroom can be found in the toolkit of most photographers. Or, you can always come back to edit your photos, even while you're offline. Also, the social element allows you to share your creations with other people.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Experiences: People love getting to do something unique, interesting, and valuable, even more than they like “things.” Membership cards: Some people like being card-carrying members of a group. Photo and Bio. A digital member badge that can be shared on social media. A set of screensavers and background images.

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The MatrixFiles

MARCH 25, 2021

How do I get people chatting during our sessions? Photo roll. AFPM asks attendees to send in photos of themselves attending the conference from their office or home office. The photos are reviewed and the photos edited to add the attendee name and location. We’re sharing these ideas to get you inspired.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2020

First, blogging allows your nonprofit to have a consistent stream of new content use in your e-newsletter and share on social media which increases traffic to your website and awareness of your nonprofit’s brand. For the first time, readers could comment and share their opinions publicly on a piece of online content.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 22, 2022

Whether you are finding stock photography online to use, hiring a photographer for a specific event or photo need, or curating photography provided by folks who may not be professional photographers, there are tips to keep these photos consistent and on-brand. One easy way to do this is by colorizing your photography.

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EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

A secondary ask —sometimes referred to as “daisy-chaining,” including a follow-up with an ask for a donation or a re-share once a supporter has submitted the first form can be an extremely effective way of continuing to engage your supporters. If possible, include a photo of the stakeholder!

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 7, 2024

To recognize important people (volunteers, donors, major funders, partners). To share your mission with a wide audience. Are we gathering photos all year long so we have enough come time to prepare our report? Where will we tell our key messages in different ways (Executive Director letter, photo captions, etc.)?

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 23, 2023

People don’t give just because you need funds. billion monthly active users, this is where you will find the largest share of your audience, regardless of the type of work your nonprofit does. Create short videos, post engaging photos, and design eye-catching graphics. billion people go every month to do just that.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 20, 2024

Instagram isn’t just a platform for selfies and dinner photos. As Instagram continues to evolve, nonprofits can leverage its latest features to reach more people and build stronger connections with their supporters. Enhance Photos with Simple Edits Even if you’re using a smartphone, a few quick edits can elevate your photos.

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Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

As part of my 100 Letters for the Last 100 Days of 2011 project, I've been making cards with my own photos. It's such a simple thing, but I've enjoyed creating them so much that I thought I'd share the process with you. Collect your photos. I printed mine with Kodak Photo Gallery. Add photos to your cards.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 4, 2014

You realize that people connecting, laughing, hugging, and supporting a mutual cause can be a story worth sharing if done right. You have a smartphone, some skills, and a willingness to learn, but somehow your photos look slightly off. Here are some tips to make your next event a photo success. Don't worry.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Between the holiday spirit, the push for tax-deductible donations, and people reflecting on how they can give back, it’s the perfect storm of generosity. Tell a Story That Inspires Action People give to people, not just causes. Share the real, human impact of your work. Show Gratitude (A Lot!)

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

Events are many people’s favorite thing about charity fundraising. You can even pull this off in multiple long-distance locations where several smaller groups gather in-person and combine to share their experience virtually with other group locations via livestream and watch party event software features. 3) Cooking classes.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 30, 2021

Our online personas and the quality of our “screen sharing” have become part of our identities. Additionally, if the attendee list is less than 30, I will ask for a bio or information on members of the group, so I can really see where people are coming from or if there is something in their background I can reach out and talk about.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 19, 2019

Monetize your social media channels by pairing captivating photos and heartfelt stories with donation – and crowdfunding forms when appropriate – that make it easy for your donors to support and share about causes that matter to them. Direct people to your website. They like and share your social media posts.

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Candid

MARCH 14, 2024

At the Nonprofit Marketing Summit earlier this month, I shared how we do this—from how we rethought why we are on social media and our process for repurposing content (without getting too repetitive). So, consider social media as a way to educate and inform people about your mission. We love to share data; it’s kind of our thing.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 4, 2021

That’s why peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns do so well – people want to give to their friends, or their friends’ friends, and rally around their loved ones. Upon signing up, be sure to include your logo, photos and message to show them what you’re all about, then promote your program via email, text and social media.

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Achieve

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Donors and potential donors are everywhere, and getting your message in front of as many people as possible is part of running a fundraising campaign. You need to get your message in front of as many people as possible without spreading yourself too thin. Plan and take photos you can use throughout your campaign. Email appeals?

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Nearly every social post, email, or direct mail piece you create for the big day will point people to this page. A great donation form will make people more likely to give—and make the donation process an easy one—but what does a good donation form look like? Try to have your photo subjects make eye contact with the viewer.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

These strategies should include a variety of tactics for recognizing and sharing insights with your corporate partners. The two organizations are partners that share the same cause – fighting hunger – yet they have different philosophies and audiences, leading them to pursue different approaches with fundraising and communications.

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