The Givesmart Blog
Industry news and trends to keep you moving forward.
How nonprofits can utilize social media insights
Nonprofits can utilize social media insights as a free resource for analytics on your top posts, audience information, and track engagement.
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12 ways to keep volunteers involved with online fundraising
Thank the universe for volunteers, am I right?! Volunteers are the hands and feet of any organization, and without whom, your organization’s impact could not be matched. While times have changed and coming together in person may not be possible; it is essential that you find ways to keep volunteers engaged.
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Running a campaign for #GivingTuesdayNOW
#GivingTuesday is happening twice this year, with #GivingTuesdayNOW kicking off on May 5th. Remember to invest in your recurring giving campaigns, volunteers, and partnerships. Participate, but don’t bank on it. Here are some steps to maximize your giving campaign.
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4 ways to ask for donations in trying times
Many organizations are asking the same question: Given the current climate, is it an appropriate time to ask for donations? And if so, how do I do it? While these organizations are correct to ask the question, the answer is always that donations and resources are still needed at this time.
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Wine pull: the 411
Wine pull, wine grab, or cork grab, are great ways to fundraise for your cause. What’s a wine pull? How’s it done? Can it be done online? It can. And wine not?
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10 alternatives for live-experience auction items
Not sure what to do with the live-experience auction items that you have for your live auction? Host your silent auction anyway! If those items don’t quite fit the times, here are some alternatives.
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How to attract an audience for your virtual event
Attracting the right audience for your fundraising event is crucial for its success, whether the event is virtual or in person. While it is always important to gain the attention of major donors, virtual events broaden the potential for others to participate. This makes your potential for fundraising limitless!
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How to host an online fundraising event
Whether you’re hosting an online fundraising event for the first time, or tenth, virtual fundraising offers many benefits, such as increased accessibility, faster results, less time required for planning and execution and lower costs.
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Benefits of online fundraising events
Online fundraising events can be fun and successful. Right now, people are looking for a way to connect, to get involved, to have an impact. Learn the benefits of online fundraising, and how you can capture them for your organization.
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How to increase recurring donations
Turn more one-time donations into recurring donations. Help secure revenue and make your organization more sustainable and successful.
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