Online giving is growing. Being able to accept donations online, therefore, is critical to any size organization. For large non-profits this is rarely an issue, since they can afford expensive database software that enables an integrated merchant account. But what options are available for small and mid-sized non-profits?
FREE WEBINAR Tuesday, February 1, 1:00PM – 2:00PM Eastern Time Check out their full training schedule. For nonprofits, the power of Facebook offers an opportunity to promote their cause to close to 600 million active Facebook users worldwide. Around the world, thousands of nonprofits use Facebook to find and engage supporters, conduct fundraising campaigns, and…
By Sandy Rees Facebook is a social networking site and a great tool for connecting with donors, spreading the word about your cause, and gaining new supporters. Just like any tool, you need to know how to use it effectively in order to get the most benefit from the resources you invest in it. It’s…
Guest Post: An In-Depth Look at Using Facebook for Fundraising by Susan Chavez Nowadays it seems that social media is the answer to everything: marketing a new product, finding a new job and, of course, fundraising. What seems to be left out is how exactly to use social media to achieve your goal. The following…
By Marc PitmanTwitter is a great free tool that can transform your approach to fundraising. And in a time of economic uncertainty, a free tool is a welcome help! Twitter: A Brief IntroductionAt its most basic level, Twitter is called “microblogging.” Users are allowed 140 characters to answer the main question on the Twitter home…
By S Walls The Internet is the perfect way to connect charities, fundraisers and donors under a common cause. Find out how to use the Internet to start fundraising online. Social Fundraising Friends and family are the best sources for fundraising support, and social networking websites like Facebook, MySpace and Twitter make it easy to…
By Matthew Aaron After ghostwriting hundreds of blog entries for dozens of corporations, executives, and self-employed professionals, I’ve come around a bit to their marketing power. More than just a collection of articles, there are great way to engage readers and search engines alike, gradually bringing new money into any organization. But can that dynamic…
An ingenious idea from Rec.fm! Rec.fm allows you to recommend products to your friends via your social networks in three easy steps. First, search for the product you want to recommend on their website. Next, explain in 140 characters or less why you’re recommending it. After completing the prompt to log in via Facebook or…
