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Not every nonprofit organization is lucky enough to have dedicated writers to create and edit email communications. If your organization is like many, you’re on your own when it comes to writing, and you may find yourself struggling to create emails that engage constituents and move them to donate or take some other action. […]
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I’m often thinking about peer-to-peer fundraising. That’s not too surprising, given my role leading a team that helps nonprofits use technology to raise funds and engage with constituents. But, it’s been on my mind even more than usual lately. I recently did a podcast on peer-to-peer fundraising with Successful Nonprofits. In the podcast, I had […]
7 02 0
I often read articles on how to engage participants and improve peer-to-peer (p2p) fundraising results, and I come across a lot of great high-level tips — many of which we’re already doing at Roswell Park Alliance Foundation. But, as the one in charge of implementing ideas online, I wish there were more articles on how […]
25 01 2
This isn’t the first time I’ve written about creative approaches to peer-to-peer fundraising (and likely not the last). I typically try not to repeat subjects often, but I was recently asked by the Direct Marketing Association of Washington (aka DMAW) to present the webinar Beyond the Event: Creative Approaches to Peer-to-Peer Fundraising, and we continue […]
11 01 0
Last month, we sent a survey to our blog readers and others who have opted in to receive our content. Our goal was simple: as part of our commitment to serving the nonprofit sector, we want to make sure we’re providing content that you ACTUALLY NEED, not just providing what we THINK you need. We […]
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I’m not going to make sweeping predictions about nonprofit technology for the upcoming year. (You can thank me later.) But, I do think it’s important to keep an eye on tech trends that may be worth trying for your own nonprofit’s online campaigns in 2018. That said, here’s my take on some nonprofit tech trends […]
27 11 0
Whether you’re already using WordPress, or you’re considering using WordPress, for your nonprofit’s website, it’s important to understand how to evaluate a WordPress theme. The theme defines both the appearance and the functionality of your website, and when you install WordPress a theme is required. Here are a few tips for how to evaluate WordPress […]
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Your nonprofit’s website is oftentimes the face of your organization. Typically the first place a potential supporter will go to learn more about your mission, your site can educate your community, showcase the work you’re doing, and inspire visitors to contribute to your nonprofit to further your cause. If you’re thinking of giving your nonprofit […]
24 10 1
Donation forms are like belly buttons — everyone has one. There are lots of thoughts on optimizing donation forms in general. Conversations range from how they should be styled, form length, and imagery — both still and video all the way down to the thank you page. From the verbiage in the ask to the “process” button, […]
