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4 Ways to Use Social Proof to Improve Volunteer Recruitment

Nonprofit Tips & Tricks, Volunteer Recruitment October 24, 2018
Social Proof for 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 …
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Top 3 Hidden Gems to Uncover with a Monthly Donation Program

Email for Nonprofits, Fundraising October 18, 2018
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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 …
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How to Ask for Donations Face to Face for Your Nonprofit

Donor Management, Fundraising, Nonprofit Board Members October 17, 2018
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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 …
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Facebook Ads for Nonprofits: How to Plan a Successful Campaign

Facebook for Nonprofits, Nonprofit Marketing October 10, 2018
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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 …
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How a Monthly Donor Program Can Drastically Increase Your Nonprofit’s Revenue

Donor Management, Fundraising September 26, 2018
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 …
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How to Choose the Best Nonprofit Accounting Software for Your Organization

Nonprofit Technology, Nonprofit Tips & Tricks September 19, 2018
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, …
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What Can Your Nonprofit Offer in Exchange For Corporate Sponsorship?

Donor Management September 12, 2018
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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 …
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Using the POST Method for Creating a Successful Nonprofit Social Media Marketing Plan

Nonprofit Marketing, Social Media for Nonprofits September 5, 2018
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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 …
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Does My Nonprofit Need a Donor Newsletter? How to Get Started

Nonprofit Marketing August 29, 2018
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 a …
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How to Find Great Content to Share on Your Nonprofit Social Media Channels

Facebook for Nonprofits, Nonprofit Marketing, Social Media for Nonprofits, Twitter for Nonprofits August 23, 2018
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 back …
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5 Steps to Create a Nonprofit Marketing Plan

Nonprofit Marketing August 15, 2018
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This a guest blog post by Julia Campbell, originally posted on Wild Apricot’s Blog Having worked with hundreds of nonprofits over the years, I can tell you that the …
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5 Types of Nonprofit Members and How to Engage Them

Event Sponsorships July 30, 2018
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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 …
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5 Best Practices to Promote Your Event on Facebook and Boost Registrations

Event Sponsorships, Facebook for Nonprofits, Fundraising July 26, 2018
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Originally Posted on 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 …
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How to Write a Newsletter Your Members Will Actually Want to Read

Nonprofit Marketing, Nonprofit Tips & Tricks, Volunteer Recruitment July 25, 2018
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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 …
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The 10 Best Social Media Tools for Nonprofits That Save Time and Money

Facebook for Nonprofits, Social Media for Nonprofits, Twitter for Nonprofits July 20, 2018
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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 hamster …
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Why Training Your Board is So Important | CharityHowTo

Fundraising, Nonprofit Board Members July 20, 2018
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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, we …
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How to Set Up Your Website for Maximum Online Fundraising Success

Fundraising, Nonprofit Marketing, Social Media for Nonprofits July 19, 2018
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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. Think …
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How Long Does it Take to Set Up a Monthly Donor Program?

Donor Management, Fundraising, Nonprofit Marketing July 19, 2018
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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 …
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5 Tips and Strategies for a Better Nonprofit Fundraising Event

Donor Management, Event Sponsorships, Fundraising, Nonprofit Tips & Tricks July 18, 2018
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This post was a collaborative piece written by John Haydon, A.j. Steinberg, and Jeff Brooks. Is your fundraising stuck in low-involvement mode where your best communication efforts with donors …
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How to Host a Meaningful Volunteer Appreciation Event

Volunteer Recruitment July 15, 2018
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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 members …
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Major Gift Fundraising is Like Dating – 4 Steps to Success

Donor Management, Fundraising July 15, 2018
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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 just …
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16 Ways To Get More Comments On Your Facebook Page

Facebook for Nonprofits, Nonprofit Marketing, Nonprofit Tips & Tricks, Social Media for Nonprofits April 20, 2017
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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 …
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5 Reasons Your Nonprofit Needs A Strategic Online Communications Plan

Blogging for nonprofits, Email for Nonprofits, Facebook for Nonprofits, Nonprofit Marketing, Social Media for Nonprofits, Twitter for Nonprofits April 8, 2017
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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 …
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Corporate Social Responsibility: How to Secure Corporate Support

Fundraising, Nonprofit Tips & Tricks April 6, 2017
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By: Heather Stombaugh, GPC Corporations invest in social responsibility programs and activities to support their triple bottom line: people, profits, and planet. Companies are smart to be concerned about …
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5 Tips to Get Your Fundraising Print Publications On Point | CharityHowTo

Fundraising, Nonprofit Marketing, Nonprofit Tips & Tricks February 16, 2017
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Blog Post by Heather Stombaugh Strategies and tactics in fundraising may change, but print publications continue to be a critical resource in the nonprofit toolbox. According to Kivi Leroux …
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$10,000 per Month of Free Google Advertising for Nonprofits | CharityHowTo

Email for Nonprofits, Fundraising, Nonprofit Marketing February 5, 2017
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Step 1 – Strategizing Our case study is about Save The Redwoods and their mission is to protect and restore Redwood forests. To help fulfill this mission, we wanted …
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How To Banish Empty Seat Syndrome | CharityHowTo

Event Sponsorships, Fundraising, Twitter for Nonprofits January 19, 2017
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By A.J. Steinberg Have you ever suffered the pain and embarrassment of empty-seat syndrome. You know…that horrible experience of staring at a half-full venue when your event hasn’t sold …
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Walk a Mile In Your Grant Reviewer’s Shoes | CharityHowTo

Grants August 10, 2016
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Have you ever received a rejection letter from a grantmaker and wondered what you could have done differently? Have you ever wondered, as you clicked submit for a significant …
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The 8 Fundamentals of a Monthly Giving Program | CharityHowTo

Fundraising, Nonprofit Marketing, Webinars August 9, 2016
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We’re big believers in the power of monthly donors. We have been managing monthly donor programs for decades and have seen the ongoing revenue it provides, especially in times …
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What Do You Mean You Don’t Need an Annual Report? It’s Not About You! | CharityHowTo

Fundraising June 29, 2016
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I love teaching the Annual Reports webinars for CharityHowTo’s participants (How to Create an Awesome Annual Report and How to Transition Your Annual Report to an Infographic). Professionals who …
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