10 Ways to Use Instagram for Nonprofit Visual Storytelling
This is a post by Julia Campbell Instagram is growing rapidly, with 35 percent of adults now using the social media network. Yet, only a few nonprofits include Instagram in …
Building Authentic Grantmaker Relationships
This is a post by Diane H. Leonard, GPC Grantmaker relationships are a critical element of a successful grant seeking strategy, but you may be wondering how you can best …
4 Ways to Use the Social Proof to Improve Volunteer Recruitment
This post is by Tobi Johnson, MA, CVA When it comes to volunteer recruitment for your nonprofit, understanding human nature and psychology is key. Why? Because our brains determine …
Top 3 Hidden Gems to Uncover with a Monthly Donation Program
This post is by Erica Waasdorp Monthly Donors… Sustainers… Hidden Gems. Truly! If you don’t have a monthly donation program yet, I highly recommend you start as soon as …
How to Ask for Donations Face to Face for Your Nonprofit
This is a guest post by Brian Saber Most fundraising professionals would prefer to do just about anything than ask someone for money face-to-face. Even for those who find …
Facebook Ads for Nonprofits: How to Plan a Successful Campaign
This is a guest post by Julia Campbell Welcome to the wonderful world of Facebook advertising! Facebook Ads for nonprofits, when created and launched strategically, can have powerful results …
How a Monthly Donor Program Can Drastically Increase Your Nonprofit’s Revenue
This is a guest post by Erica Waasdorp I’m a total convert on the topic of monthly donors. I’ve seen its power and how it has kept an organization …
How to Choose the Best Nonprofit Accounting Software for Your Organization
This is a guest post by Joseph Scarano Does your nonprofit’s current accounting software allow you to create separate financial statements by fund? How about generate budgets by grant, …
What Can Your Nonprofit Offer in Exchange For Corporate Sponsorship?
This is a guest post by Simon Scriver Are you looking to bring on more large sponsors for your nonprofit? Great! Once you’ve identified the partners that you’d like to …
Using the POST Method for Creating a Successful Nonprofit Social Media Marketing Plan
This a guest blog post by John Hayden You’re probably winging it. You’re winging it if you take lots of action with social media and email marketing, but still …
Does My Nonprofit Need a Donor Newsletter? How to Get Started
This a guest blog post by Jeff Brooks A “donor newsletter” is a newsletter for and about donors. Its message: Your giving to our organization is making the world …
How to Find Great Content to Share on Your Nonprofit Social Media Channels
This a guest blog post by Julia Campbell When looking for great online content to share with your target audience on your nonprofit’s social media channels, always think …
5 Steps to Create a Nonprofit Marketing Plan
This a guest blog post by Julia Campbell, originally posted in Wild Apricot’s Blog Having worked with hundreds of nonprofits over the years, I can tell you that the …
5 Types of Nonprofit Members and How to Engage Them
Originally posted in Wild Apricot´s Blog Is your organization experiencing some of these symptoms of unengaged members? Hardly any new faces show up to events, email open rates are …
5 Best Practices to Promote Your Event on Facebook and Boost registrations
Originally Posted in Wild Apricot´s Blog Are fewer people attending your events these days? Are you hoping to dramatically increase attendance at your big conference this year? Rather than …
How to Write a Newsletter Your Members Will Actually Want to Read
This is a Guest Blog Post by Tobi Johnson, originally posted in Wild Apricot´s Blog Does your digital member newsletter have low engagement? If so, you’re not alone. Creating …
The 10 best Social Media Tools for Nonprofits That Save Time and Money
This is a Guest Blog Post by Julia Campbell, originally in Wild Apricot´s Blog Does trying to manage all your social media accounts feel like running on a …
How To Write Headlines That Pull Readers In To Your Fundraising
By Jeff Brooks, originally posted here Let’s look at the ingredients of a good headline: 1) News. Headlines should reveal something of interest, not merely label a situation. It …
Why Training Your Board is So Important
This is a guest blog post by Brian Saber, Cofounder of Asking Matters. If we think we can send board members out to fundraise without giving them tools, …
5 Simple Steps to Build a Better Event
This a guest post By A.J. Steinberg Sometimes bad events happen to good organizations. Yes, it’s true. Even the best nonprofits sometimes miss the mark when it comes to creating …
How to set up your website for maximum online fundraising success
This is a guest blog post by Julia Campbell Your nonprofit website is the most important tool in your fundraising, marketing, outreach, and communications toolbox – BY FAR. …
What Not to Say in a Grant Application
This is a guest blog post by Diane H. Leonard, GPC Sometimes, it is just as important to know what NOT to say, as it is to know …
How long does it typically take to set up a monthly donor program?
This is a guest blog post by Erica Waasdorp How long does it typically take to set up a monthly donor program? From soup to nuts. At a recent …
How to Practice the Better Way of Doing Fundraising
Originally Posted in Jeff Brooks’s Blog Is your fundraising stuck in low-involvement mode, where you have to communicate with your donors a lot, and you get low response …
6 Tips to Improve Relationships with Grantmakers for Effective Organizations
In addition to thinking about your personal relationships, take some time to think about your relationships with your current and potential grant makers for your effective organization. In this …
Marketing Your Fundraising Event – 5 Creative Strategies
This is a guest blog post by John Haydon, Originally Posted Here. Marketing your fundraising event is arguably one of the most important aspects of holding a fundraiser. If …
How to host a more meaningful volunteer appreciation event
This is a guest blog post by Tobi Johnson, MA, CVA Volunteer appreciation events can be wonderful opportunities to recognize the hard work and achievements of your board …
Major Gift Fundraising is Like Dating – 4 Steps to Success
This a guest blog post by Kathie Kramer Ryan, founder of Arroyo Fundraising Would you ask someone to marry you on your first date? Chances are, no way! It’s …
16 Ways To Get More Comments On Your Facebook Page
By John Haydon, Originally Posted Here. You know that engagement is important, but getting fans to comment on your Facebook updates can feel like an uphill battle. And it …
5 Reasons Your Nonprofit Needs A Strategic Online Communications Plan
By Julia Campbell In my work with nonprofits, I often hear the same refrain about nonprofit marketing and communications: People are feeling very overwhelmed and stressed out by their …