Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Quick Definition Online fundraising is the process of raising donations for a cause, project, or organization through digital platforms such as websites, social media apps, and email campaigns. Organizations collect numbers through opt-ins or promote text keywords on social media and at events. And a well-designed donation page is key.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Leverage social media, explore crypto fundraising, and/or stay informed with data from trusted sources like Candid, GivingTuesday, and Network for Good. Consider social media sharing as a form of generosity this GivingTuesday. Discover how to tap into social media sharing as a form of generosity this GivingTuesday.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Keep in mind that taking a multichannel approach , such as sharing links on social media or through QR codes in your direct mail, can help you direct multiple audiences to your website and keep your organization at top of mind. As you share content on social media, track metrics, like impressions and likes, to assess your performance.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Create a thank you video and share it on your website, by email, and on social media. Invite your donors to connect with you via email and social media. Here are some ways you can show gratitude throughout the year. Send a handwritten note. Better yet, personalize it. Send welcome packages to your new donors.

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GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Here is some helpful information on your different donors: Gen Z: Donors born after 1997 are most likely to donate via mobile, social media, watch short videos, and almost exclusively via mobile. These supporters respond to texts and are active daily on social media. Appeal to these donors by keeping things simple and genuine.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 31, 2024

The authors of "One Click to Give" say everyday donors want to give, but want community first. By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images The authors of "One Click to Give" say everyday donors want to give, but want community first.

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Clairification

MARCH 3, 2025

Do not send out an email, a newsletter, an appeal, a social media post or anything else without first running them through the screen of these two approaches. Id like you to think of them as your newly essential fundraising and communication strategies. Apply them to everything you do for the duration of this uncertain, challenging time.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 20, 2025

Was it because they saw their friends peer-to-peer fundraising post on social media? They can come through any channel: email, direct mail, social media. Consider asking them to sign up for a newsletter, follow you on social media, or volunteer at one of your events. Whatever feels comfortable.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MARCH 19, 2024

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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Tony Martignetti

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

His book “Zombie Loyalists” focuses on customer service; creating rabid fans who do your social media, marketing and PR for you. His book “Zombie Loyalists” focuses on customer service; creating rabid fans who do your social media, marketing and PR for you. Peter’s book isn’t new, but his strategies and tactics are timeless.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

In-person visits should be approached with caution in an active disaster zone, but you can improve your organizations communications remotely via email, phone calls, text, and social media, assuming services remain available. This can be in addition to your CEOs official announcements.

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amplifi

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Schedule emails and social media posts strategically over the following weeks to communicate the urgency of giving at this time of year. Reach out to your most active and engaged followers on social media and ask them to post on your behalf. LEARN MORE: 10 tips for successful GivingTuesday social media. The best part?

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Clairification

MARCH 14, 2024

New tools allow easy sharing and engagement on social media. Lots and lots of technology. AI fuels both predictive models and automation. Software enables multiple, simultaneous email campaigns. High quality photography and video can be made with the ease of a smart phone.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

That power of connection is also the driving force behind how people show up on social media platformsjoining groups and digital communities with shared values, locations, or interests. Gen Z sees social media as a platform for self-expression and advocacy.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

AUGUST 13, 2024

Invite your donors to connect with you via email and social media. Create a thank you video and share it on your thank you landing page, by email, and on social media. Email and social media may not be as successful, especially if your donors don’t use electronic communication very much. Thank them just because….

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Community Boost

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Digital Influence A significant driver behind Giving Tuesday’s success is the strategic use of social media and digital campaigns. Boost Social Media Engagement by 40%: Use the power of social media to rally your community. You can explore more of these remarkable achievements in the full Giving Tuesday impact report.

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Clairification

OCTOBER 31, 2022

This has been happening a lot over the past six years or so, as news and social media has been filling our brains, stoking our fears and tugging at our heartstrings as if from a firehose. And when it does, your nonprofit could get left behind. Unless you’re paying close attention. This happens, for instance, when emergencies arise.

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Clairification

MAY 15, 2023

Remember, at first some of us were slow to adopt use of computers, the internet and social media (who, me?). Nor will it stop your peers from figuring out how to get a leg up through use of these new tools. So let’s lead from curiosity, not fear. I begin with The post Do You Know How to Use AI for Your Nonprofit?

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Clairification

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

While nonprofits fare better in the Edelman Trust Barometer than government and media, they lag behind businesses when it comes to being seen as competent. Its an Uphill Battle, Requiring a Proactive Approach People wont trust you simply because youre a good guy nonprofit. And, also, when it comes to being seen as leaders.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Heres what they value most: Branding/logo exposure at the event (73%) Tickets to the event (55%) Social media shoutouts and web presence (36%) To attract high-value sponsors, focus on these benefits in your sponsorship packages. Offer What Event Sponsors Value Most Sponsors prioritize visibility and engagement.

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GrantNews

MARCH 27, 2025

Social Media Management: Plan, schedule, and analyze social media content across multiple platforms. Funding provides support and guidance to businesses in one of the following categories: healthcare, media and entertainment, technology, consumer products and services, or AI.

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Candid

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Every medium you leverage to reach donors and prospectssocial media, email, fundraising pages, and website should be consistent. Provide a donation link in social media bios and peppered throughout posts. Dont let your brand be an afterthought. Ensure the color palette, photo elements, and graphics contribute to your story.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

GivingTuesday provides an opportunity for these donors to reconnect with your organization through word of mouth, peer-to-peer, or social media campaigns. Personal stories and endorsements are incredibly compelling, so consider featuring testimonials and success stories on your social media platforms and in your email newsletters.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Offer incentives to current donors to encourage participation, such as: Complimentary nonprofit-branded merchandise Gift cards VIP event access Thank donors who participate in the program with a personal appreciation message and recognition on your social media pages and email newsletters. Take an active social media approach.

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Joe Garecht Fundraising

JANUARY 25, 2025

This means reaching out through mail, email, and social media for your low-dollar donors. Building a strong donor pipeline at your organization means engaging in constant donor outreach. For larger donors, this means reaching out through phone calls, meetings, and text messages, in addition to mail and email.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Invite them to subscribe to your newsletter, join you on social media, and volunteer. Mail is always more personal and your donors will be more likely to see it. Welcome your new donors. Thank them again and show them other ways they can connect with you. Keep it donor-centered and be personable.

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The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 22, 2024

One-quarter of Gen Z also responded they were inspired to look into or donate to a cause because of social media. Data in GoFundMe’s “Social State of Giving report” shows that half of Gen Z is sharing causes or fundraisers at least once a week, while at least half of millennials and Gen X are sharing monthly. In the U.S.,

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Your fundraising campaign will be more successful if you use a combination of mail, email, social media, and phone calls. Test all links in email messages and social media posts. October 25 Give your supporters a heads-up by email and social media. Week of November 6 Start sending follow-up reminders via email and social media.

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Pamela Grow

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

These touchpoints dont have to be elaborate a heartfelt email or social media post can go a long way. Donor Engagement Rate: Tracks interactions like event attendance, email opens, and social media activity, reflecting how actively supporters engage with your organization.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Are they active with election- or issue-related social media: likes, dislikes, shares, comments? The window of opportunity to engage more deeply with rage givers is relatively small, so consider conducting a short donor survey via email or social media. Respond to their social media posts. Educate them about your mission.

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Pamela Grow

JUNE 6, 2024

In addition to email, eCards can be sent via text message or social media, so your nonprofit can reach out using donors’ preferred communication channels. Create a video celebrating your entire community of donors that you can post to your website or social media. Create thank-your videos. Videos for specific supporters.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 22, 2025

My predictions and recommendations for fundraising in 2025: Predictions AI and Social Media AI In last years predictions post I wrote As AI writing apps proliferate, donor communications will become even worse than they already are. Social Media: If you take one lesson from ZuckMuskMageddon, let it be that your email list is your power.

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Candid

DECEMBER 3, 2024

making calls, sending emails, hosting or attending meetings with prospective donors, posting on social media, etc.), They’re often giving by donating items, volunteering their time, and supporting fundraising (e.g., and most are giving financially on some level.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

In some cases, large corporations succeed by dominating certain segments of social media including ads on Facebook, YouTube, WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, or other sites. Large corporations manage to buy visibility for their brands by purchasing large print ads, riveting video ads, and radio spots. This, however, is quite expensive.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Make sure you let your donors know about this matching gift opportunity through all your platforms: your website, social media, and your campaign page. Between commercials, ads, social media, and more, everyone is fighting for their name and mission to be seen by millions of potential consumers and donors.

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Wild Apricot

OCTOBER 25, 2022

We face a bit of a paradox today—between online fundraising, events, social media, virtual offerings and other outlets, there are more ways than ever to connect. As a nonprofit, finding ways to continually engage your donors can be challenging.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Think back on what made the day successful—was it the heartfelt story shared on social media, the surge of donations from a matching gift, or the high open rate on a well-crafted email appeal ? And don’t rely on just one channel; emails, social media posts, and direct mail all play a part in meeting donors where they are.

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