Harnessing the Power of Social Media: Strategies for Effective Online Fundraising
NonProfit PRO
MAY 7, 2024
There are many online fundraising strategies, and you should consider social media. Here's how you can use social platforms for fundraising.
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Spring cleaning: How to do a social media audit
Candid
MAY 14, 2024
It’s also the perfect time to do a social media audit for your nonprofit organization. A social media audit involves reviewing your organization’s complete social media presence, not just analyzing the metrics (to learn about assessing metrics, read my article on creating a social media plan ).
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Social Media Strategies for Nonprofits
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 16, 2024
Free Guide to Social Media Strategies for Nonprofits.
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The Ultimate Social Media Guide for Nonprofits
Wild Apricot
JULY 7, 2021
Whenever Kathleen thought about ramping up her nonprofit’s social media presence, she quickly found herself overwhelmed. When she’d started the organization, social media didn’t even exist! She’d invited people to the first.
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The Ultimate Guide to Social Media for Nonprofits
Qgiv
APRIL 9, 2024
With the rise of smartphones, it seems like everyone’s constantly on social media, making it the perfect marketing tool for your nonprofit! Infact, there are over 308 million social media users in the United States alone. Learn how your organization can take full advantage of social media in this guide!
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The Best Social Media Tools for Nonprofits in 2023
Wild Apricot
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
These top social media tools will help your nonprofit grow your online presence, all while saving time and money.
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Consider social media sharing as a form of generosity this GivingTuesday
Candid
OCTOBER 10, 2023
This GivingTuesday, you may want to try something a little different as part of your social media strategy : Consider social media sharing and engagement as a form of generosity. It also helps cultivate the support of a younger generation that’s also highly active on social media, potentially turning them into future donors.
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Rethink, reuse, and repurpose: How to create more social media content with less work
Candid
MARCH 14, 2024
Creating a consistent supply of social media content for a nonprofit is hard. 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). And our social media efforts are an extension of that.
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3 Tips to Integrate Social Media with Your Nonprofit Website
Blackbaud
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
In today’s digital-centric world, your organisation has plenty of choices when it comes to marketing your organization —from generating content on social media accounts like Instagram and Facebook to your nonprofit website. Let’s jump into how you can realize these benefits and successfully connect your social media with your site.
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How One Nonprofit Developed a Social Media Strategy That Raised $57,000 in 2 Weeks
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 22, 2023
Jennifer Rubin and Terry Pearl of 360 Philanthropy Group shared an anonymous nonprofit case study that relied on storytelling via social media and email to raise $57,000 in unrestricted funds in two weeks. Here’s a look at their recommended social media strategy.
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7 Tips for Fundraising on Social Media
Tech Soup
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Social media has become an important channel nonprofits can use to boost their outreach and fundraising capabilities. In our increasingly interconnected world, about 82 percent Americans use some form of social network.
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Expert Donor Appreciation Templates for Letters, Texts, Social Media, and Calls!
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Download this guide now to receive thank you letter templates for direct mail, email, phone calls, social media, and text messages, guaranteed to make your donors feel appreciated while also supporting your donor retention and acquisition efforts. Download now to begin maximizing impact!
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Lessons from MotivateMonday | Five Social Media Trends You Need to Know
Pamela Grow
APRIL 27, 2021
Social media is an ever-changing landscape. The post Lessons from MotivateMonday | Five Social Media Trends You Need to Know appeared first on Pamela Grow. What’s next? Join us as Julia Campbell shares the five latest trends in social, from Tik Tok to stories to takeovers.
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How Different Generations Use Social Media
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Let's highlight each generation and its use of social media. And after sharing some insights, I'll include a pro tip to ensure your nonprofit leverages each generation well.
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4 Steps to Generating More Media for Your Nonprofit Story
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 14, 2023
What can you do to generate more attention and get the media interested in your nonprofit? Here are four steps you can take now to get the media’s attention that you need — and deserve.
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Utilize Social Media Marketing to Support Your Nonprofit’s Digital Fundraising
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 7, 2023
Social media has transformed the fundraising landscape for nonprofits, providing opportunities for organizations to connect, engage, and rally support from their audience. Here’s how you can optimize your digital marketing efforts this giving season.
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Expert Donor Thank You Templates for Letters, Texts, Social Media, and Calls!
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Download this guide now to receive thank you letter templates for direct mail, email, phone calls, social media, and text messages, guaranteed to make your donors feel appreciated while also supporting your donor retention and acquisition efforts. Download now to begin maximizing impact!
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Social Media Strategies for Nonprofits
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 25, 2022
Your nonprofit likely has a social media presence. What goals do you have for your social media? You post to raise awareness for your mission and to gain more donors and volunteers. Do you feel like you have an optimal plan and strategy to get the most out of your likely limited time investment?
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3 Tips to Make the Most of Your Social Media Fundraising
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 11, 2023
Social media can be a powerful part of a comprehensive fundraising strategy when planned ahead with an understanding of how it fits into the mix. Here are three tips on how you can make the most of your social media fundraising efforts.
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How to Easily Boost School Fundraising Profits Using Social Media
Big Fundraising Ideas
JANUARY 30, 2024
Social Media and School Fundraising How Social Media Impacts Your School’s Fundraising Outcomes Social media fundraising is a new and popular fundraiser method for organizations. It’s time schools jump on the social media campaigning bandwagon. Is Social Media Fundraising Profitable? Let’s learn more. Our advice?
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5 Social Media Trends for Nonprofits in 2023
Tech Soup
JANUARY 26, 2023
There's a lot of change happening in the world of social media. Here, explore some important trends in the world of social media and learn how they are affecting the nonprofit sector. The rise of short-form video content has fundamentally transformed the way many of us share, advertise, and connect online.
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Julia Campbell’s Secret Sauce: Expert Social Media Tips for Nonprofits
Qgiv
JULY 27, 2021
Julia Campbell has been helping nonprofits make the most of their social media presences for years. She knows what strategies work on social media, what strategies fail, and how nonprofits can use social channels to make a big impact on their community. Watch her recent webinar, 6 Types of Stories You Should Be Telling on Social Media.
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Being a More Creative Grant Proposal or Social Media Writer
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MAY 16, 2021
If you’ve ever tried writing a grant, proposal, cover letter, social media or podcast you’ll have likely encountered difficulties being creative. One approach to overcoming this is to use oblique strategies. Transcript: One of the things about grant, and proposal or thesis writing is sometimes, we need to get more creative.
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Top 10 Social Media Tools for Your Nonprofit Communication
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 26, 2021
Let's review some of the best social media tools you should consider for your nonprofit to help you focus on your donors and prospects, and alleviate much of the stress in making sure you're doing well on social media.
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How Your Nonprofit Could Get Banned on Social Media
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 26, 2021
Imagine this: You run a domestic violence shelter, and your fundraising team is starting to realize that your ads aren't bringing in the money they used to on social media. Again, your fundraising money and your activist posts take a hit.
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Saving the News Media Means Moving Beyond the Benevolence of Billionaires
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Several media outlets have seen success with different models. But several media outlets have seen success with different models. By Rodney Benson and Victor Pickard Recent layoffs at the Los Angeles Times and the Washington Post are more evidence that wealthy owners can’t change these inhospitable market dynamics.
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How to Use Social Media Holidays in Your Nonprofit Marketing Plan
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 3, 2022
Social media holidays are a great opportunity for nonprofits to engage with their communities and spread awareness about the work they do. But what are social media holidays? And how can you make the most of them? .
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Reaching Gen Z on social media: Expert advice vs. Gen Z opinion
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? Experts say that Gen Z: Wants to see impact through storytelling, primarily through social media videos. Prioritize shareable content.
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Trends and Must-Have Social Media Tools Ruling 2022
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
Social media is an essential marketing tool to drive brand awareness. As we enter a new year soon, let’s explore first some of the top trends and then some of the excellent tools to have your brand stand out from the rest.
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Unleashing the Emotional Potential of Social Media: How to Create an Engaging Digital Presence
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 10, 2023
Today, social media has the potential to be so much more than just a place where you post nonprofit status update pictures. It’s also a powerful tool for engagement and persuasion. The question is: How does your nonprofit unlock that potential?
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How to craft a data-driven social media strategy for your nonprofit
Candid
APRIL 20, 2023
Creating a social media strategy can feel overwhelming. The problem is, this advice is often aimed at organizations with dedicated social media folks, or even teams of them. So, how can your nonprofit create a social media strategy that you can sustain? Here is how you can craft a road map to social media success.
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How To Increase Your Social Media Marketing Impact
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
A strong social media strategy can help increase fundraising revenue while driving brand awareness! Master your digital storytelling so you can put out great and engaging content, to grow your list of supporters.
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5 Social Media Content Ideas for Nonprofits
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 12, 2023
There are approximately 1.8 million charitable nonprofits in America that provide help and support in various ways. While that is an incredible statistic, it leaves a pressing question: What makes your nonprofit stand out in the sea of millions?
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Wendy Schmidt and Grist Founder Launch Immersive-Media Nonprofit
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The billionaire philanthropist and journalist Chip Giller are betting that virtual and augmented reality are on the cusp of a breakthrough — and poised to change hearts, minds, and giving. By Eden Stiffman Whose Future? Agog grantee Whose Future? provides hands-on instruction to teens at the Boys and Girls Club in Harlem, N.Y.
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Build Your Social Media Followers by Tracking KPIs
Tech Soup
MARCH 7, 2022
If you're feeling stuck with your social media strategy, identifying the key performance indicators (KPIs) for your organization is a great starting point. In this post, we'll give you an overview of which social media KPIs tend to be most useful for nonprofits and how to track them.
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What Nonprofit Donors Want To See in Your Marketing and Social Media
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Therefore, in this time of easy communications, you want to ensure quality and value marketing and social media. Donors could hold nonprofits and their leaders accountable if they realize something isn't quite right.
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[Webinar] How to Drive Donor Engagement with Social Media
CauseVox
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Social media can help bridge the gap with focused strategies and clear intentions. Leveraging the power and potential of social media is crucial to get attention for your organization and to advocate for your mission. Donor engagement is often a stressful activity for many nonprofits, small or large. About your Speaker.
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New year, new social media plan: Using data to inform our strategy
Candid
JANUARY 24, 2024
And it’s no different for social media managers. As Candid’s manager of digital communications, I’ve been digging through our social media analytics, researching broader trends, and determining our strategy and tactics for 2024. Here is a peek behind the scenes into how Candid assesses our social media annually.
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The Ultimate Guide to Live Video Streaming on Social Media for Nonprofits
Wild Apricot
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In-person events have been suspended indefinitely and it’s never been a better time to reach your followers through livestreaming on social media. Here's how to do it on all the platforms that offer it.
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4 Social Media Trends for Nonprofits in 2022
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JANUARY 3, 2022
Therefore, it's more important than ever to reach out and grow our networks and online communities through social media. With new variant strains and vaccine mandates, many offices will remain hybrid or remote, and in-person professional community events and engagement are not in our near future.
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Social Media for Nonprofits, Part 2: Strategies for Instagram, LinkedIn and More
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 6, 2021
Social media can help nonprofits connect with supporters, volunteers and donors more easily. You can leverage social media marketing strategies to boost your engagement — but the best tactics differ from one platform to the next.
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Five tips to get you ready for a social media giving day
Candid
JULY 7, 2022
July 15 is officially Social Media Giving Day. This ‘holiday’ began in 2013, when Givver.com promoted it as an opportunity to leverage social media platforms for donations. Nonprofit Source found that 55% of people who engage with nonprofits on social media end up taking some sort of action: . Since then, a lot has changed.
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[Pre-Register Now]: How To Create A Nonprofit Social Media Marketing Calendar
CauseVox
MAY 12, 2021
With all the noise on social media as well as serious legal and ethical considerations clouding the platforms, how can nonprofits continue to reach their supporters and spread their messages online? How can you re-focus, re-prioritize, and get yourself back on track with your social media marketing? Can’t make the live class?
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Fundraising on Social Media: How to Drive People to Your Donation Form
Qgiv
APRIL 13, 2021
According to our research report, Navigating the Unknown: Findings to Future-Proof your Fundraising , social media posts were the number one drivers of charitable gifts in 2020. Pandemic shutdowns in 2020 made social media usage increase drastically! Why incorporate social media into your online fundraising strategy?
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