8 Tips for Raising Money on Social Networks
Spread social-media work around the office and don't beg: advice from the experts on smart tactics for charities.
Social Media Survey
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Big Charities Gear Up to Use Social Media for Fund Raising
Only one big nonprofit has raised more than $1-million through social networks, a Chronicle survey finds, but dozens are experimenting with ways to seek donations.
- Disease Charity Motivates Supporters on Facebook
- Social-Media Campaign Honors Mothers—and Draws Aid for Female Activists
- Nature Conservancy Emphasizes Relationships, Online and Off
- A Celebrity’s Boost on Twitter Aids Atlanta Hospital
- Online Board Game and Other Features Aid March of Dimes on Facebook
- A Massage Chain Rewards Social-Network Activity
- Pet Contest Raises Big Money on Facebook
- A Contest Raises a Charity’s Profile
- Aid Group Raises Money With Online-Game Tie-In
Opinion
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Social Media Are No Longer Optional
Everyone who works at nonprofits needs to be involved in social-network outreach, says a nonprofit consultant.
Recent News
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How Fundraisers Can Get More Out of LinkedIn
Nonprofits can monitor groups that care about their cause and find potential donors and board members through the network.
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Planned Parenthood’s Social-Media Magic
The organization has found itself well prepared to respond immediately to controversies thanks to an improved strategy for advocacy efforts.
- Social-Media Success for Non-Sexy Causes
- The Faces Behind the Twitter Handles
- Social Media Aid Efforts to Help Haiti Earthquake Victims
- Few Charities Have Social-Media Policies
- Social-Media Policies Help Charity Workers Navigate a New World
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Social-Media Contests Bring In Donations and Enthusiastic Supporters
Social Philanthropy
View more >>Social Good: A Chronicle Podcast About Social Media
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Unleashing the Power of Mothers and Blogs to Push Good Causes
Jennifer James has built a network of 1,000 mothers who write about health, education, hunger, and other causes as a way to raise money and get attention for charities.
Expert Advice
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How to Reach Young Supporters Using Social Networks
Read the transcript of a live discussion about the best ways to use social media to strengthen ties with people in their 20s and early 30s.
