Tech Soup

OCTOBER 20, 2014

TechSoup has put together some great tips for how to make a good video, including pointers on how to optimize composition , lighting , and sound. It's four times more inspiring than static content, and by 2016, online video users will likely double to 1.5 Ready to jump in? San Francisco, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 17, 2020

The post Financial Systems Integrations: It’s less scary than it sounds appeared first on Nonprofit Hub.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 25, 2022

While the concept of fundraising via e-appeals and mail may sound so last century, I assure you it is an important foundational piece for a fundraising program of the 2020s.

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Together with the TSHA team, we devised a treatment that sounded more like something a human would write. But the subject line sounded grandiose and possibly hyperbolic. Maybe it sounds more like “marketing” in our heads. The post 5 Ways to Make Your Email Fundraising Appeals Sound More Human appeared first on Nonprofit Hub.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 24, 2023

For the purposes of my podcast, I want the chief execs to have a great microphone because my episodes come out sound so much better, and so much more professional when my guests have nice audio. So does it really matter if a chief exec sounds great during a virtual Board meeting, staff meeting or webinar? But then I got to thinking.

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Sending more year-end fundraising emails without burning out your list sounds like a dream come true, right? Here are the five emails you need to send to build relationships with your donors and increase donations.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Does this sound familiar? We’ve all been there. A purchase that seemed like a good idea at the time but with such terrible follow up, we’ve vowed never to shop or visit again. Here is the hard truth, unfortunately. Is this how our donors feel? Unsatisfied and regretting their gift to our organizations almost as soon as they make it?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 19, 2024

It sometimes sounds as though tools like ChatGPT or Gemini could entirely replace humans in writing website content. To create meaningful material that will move audiences to action, though, a human touch and a sound communication strategy is still essential. And it could… if nonprofits didn’t need to write anything good.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 12, 2021

The use of the word, “talking” is deliberate here because your communications should sound like a personal conversation you are having with your donor. As much as we all dislike encounters with me-focused people, we can sometimes slip into the same kind of mindset when talking with our donors in our online and offline fundraising programs.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Does that sound like your technology experience? The best IT systems are the ones you don’t think about. They make child’s play out of data analytics, keep users smiling, and reliably work to boost the bottom line. I didn’t think so. There’s a reason why. Back when there were fewer IT choices, a technology purchase […].

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M+R

AUGUST 23, 2023

Further edits to the content, such as adding locations, hashtags, or sounds, can be done within the TikTok app. Pairing content with viral sounds helps push your content to the forefront and makes the content searchable with the sound. Here’s the sneaky part: you don’t need the sound to be audible to trick the algorithm.

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Hands on Fundraising

MAY 14, 2024

Do any of these nonprofit fundraising challenges sound familiar? Does any of this sound familiar? That’s been me, for years, working with small to medium-sized nonprofits, and struggling to build a stronger donor base. Let’s look at some of the root problems that put you in this spot.

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Association TV

JUNE 15, 2021

One frequently overlooked, but just as important, piece of the content puzzle is how it sounds. When planning a video, content creators frequently focus on the visual intrigue of a project – how will it be filmed, how will the message be conveyed on-screen, what branding and assets will be used.

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Association Analytics

JANUARY 29, 2024

They’re new, unfamiliar, and sound like math. Unless you’re a data analyst or love numbers, predictive analytics are probably two words that scare you. In reality, you don’t have to love math to leverage predictive analytics – it does the hard part for you!

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 7, 2021

While that might sound good in theory, is it indispensable to make that spend if a nonprofit has a small budget? Not too long ago, a nonprofit pro asked in a social group what others would do to market and promote their organization with a limited budget.

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Donorbox

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Free sounds fantastic! And with good reason – 63% of donors prefer to give online over other methods. It’s easy for nonprofits to fall into the trap of “free” fundraising platforms when they search for an online giving solution. appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 14, 2021

At first, I thought that Erica’s approach to monthly giving sounded too good to be true. But after the two webinars, several delightful conversations and reading her new book, "Monthly Giving Made Easy," I’m convinced that it definitely is that good and that easy!

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 22, 2020

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound was excited to host their annual Big Breakfast, a celebration of their impact on the community and their second highest grossing fundraiser of the year , on March 26, 2020. We are inspired by your grit and determination! .

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 22, 2021

If you think a “chamber of commerce” sounds a little old-fashioned, even a little pretentious, you’re not the only one. But the archaic-sounding name makes sense seeing as how the first chamber of commerce was founded in France in.

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Hands on Fundraising

JULY 2, 2024

I’m convinced we’re made of stories And if that sounds a little goofy, then I’m guilty. But I’m sticking to it. The stories we tell ourselves about our lives and loves. The stories we hear from other people that shed light on who they are.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 6, 2022

Maybe because we think that if it sounds too simple, it just can’t be true. We fundraisers tend to overthink things. I’m not totally sure why, but fact is that we do. That’s why I wanted to share few different angles on how this year, you may wish to adopt a new year’s resolution to adopt a simpler approach.

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The Sponsorship Collective

JANUARY 8, 2024

It sounds simple when I put it that way, but with so many pratfalls awaiting sponsorship seekers unsure of their approach, valuations can go wrong more often than not. Sponsorship valuation is about achieving fair market value.

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Association Analytics

MARCH 1, 2023

At first glance, the idea of making more revenue through fewer sales might sound more enticing. Doing More With Less It may sound counterintuitive, but there’s no better time to set up systems and processes than in a down economy. Product A’s price point is $1,000 so you only sold 20 units of that product.

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Charity Village

MAY 16, 2024

The Government of Alberta announced that applications are now open for the Organization Project Grant program, which assists Alberta-based organizations engaged in the production of books, magazines or sound recordings, as well as some screen-based projects.

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The Sponsorship Collective

MAY 15, 2024

Telling people “no” is an uncomfortable experience and people try to avoid it at all costs and so our prospects have come up with an ingenious way to say no without having to say no, and it sounds like this: “Just send me a proposal” Which is code for “no thanks.” The reason it works […]

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Museum 2.0

MARCH 6, 2018

It's late in the afternoon. I'm cranking away on a grant proposal, when suddenly, a classical rendition of "All the Single Ladies" wafts up the stairs. In the office, colleagues lift their heads. "Is someone asks. Yup," another nods. This is the magic a piano in the lobby makes. We've now had a piano in the MAH lobby for several months.

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Wild Apricot

JULY 2, 2020

Proper financial planning and establishing sound accounting practices for your nonprofit are key to remaining sustainable. Here's how you can get started!

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Charity Village

AUGUST 11, 2022

Original Broadcast Date: August 11, 2022 Summary: Having a sound budget is essential for every nonprofit and charity. A sound budgeting process allows organizations to better manage their funds and provides greater transparency to funders. However, creating a good budget comes with its challenges.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 2, 2014

The post Why “Segmentation” Isn’t as Scary as It Sounds (And You NEED It In Marketing) appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Make sure you’re paying special attention to the people who care enough to donate their time. That’s a telltale sign that they’re already committed to your NPO. Featured Fundraising Nonprofit Marketing Plan'

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CauseVox

MAY 17, 2024

If not prompted with care, AI-generated content runs the risk of sounding generic and stale, which could risk your organization’s credibility. Delve into how AI tools can be used to personalize donor interactions without compromising authenticity.

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Hands on Fundraising

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Saving the world, losing your mind… does that sound familiar to you? The Association of Fundraising Professionals says 75% of fundraisers are women. and A Harvard Business School study shows that however lofty her professional position, family issues are still seen as a woman’s problem. Speed reading?

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Wild Apricot

MARCH 31, 2020

Working from home sounds great in theory, but it comes with its own challenges, especially when we're all dealing with a global pandemic. Here are some tips on how to make the most of it and stay sane in the process.

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.orgSource

AUGUST 19, 2024

If any of the following issues sound familiar, it may be time for an intervention. Review Systematically How do you evaluate whether your organization’s data is pristine, polluted, or somewhere in the murky in-between? Assessing the status of your data involves reviewing activity across several areas of competence.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Another consideration is that around 80% of videos in social feeds are watched with the sound off. Facebook recommends that you “design for sound-off, delight for sound-on.” Next, think of short, punchy text that entices and adds context for sound-off viewing. Timeliness Is Everything.

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Charity Village

AUGUST 3, 2023

This may sound obvious, but for most of us, this is the most difficult part. Clarity, courage, honesty, intention, and focus are all critical to your success. Follow these steps and you’ll be well on your way. #1. Gain clarity on your path.

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DonorPerfect

AUGUST 6, 2024

Sounds great!” Earlier this summer, we hosted our annual free, virtual conference centered around helping fundraisers find and share their spark. Topics included igniting leadership within nonprofits, fundraising ethics, donor motivation and engagement, and how to put fundraising best practices into action.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 31, 2021

It’s worth noting that in the survey the questions about website communications are only presented to those that have working knowledge in nonprofit website management, thus ensuring that the data is sound to use as benchmarks in your nonprofit’s website communications strategy. 6% use Wix. 5% use Squarespace.

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