Hurricane Florence finally made landfall over the weekend, ravaging the Atlantic coast with devastating winds and torrential rain. Mandatory evacuation orders were enforced in several coastal cities. And as coverage of people fleeing their homes comes on our televisions and computer screens, those of us not affected by the storm may be feeling helpless and eager. Turn those feelings into action! Here’s how you can help with disaster relief efforts today and every day. Give […]

Making an online ask may seem difficult if you’re not used to digitally interacting with donors, but you’d be surprised by how easy it can be. Check out these five tips for bolstering your online fundraising. 1. Develop your social media strategy Social media has quickly become the most popular way to engage with your community. Your first step is to determine where to focus your energy. Some of your options are: Facebook Twitter Instagram […]

When it comes to marketing, social media should be your organization’s go-to tool. It helps you reach a wider audience, engage with distant supporters, draw people to your website and legitimize your brand. Although managing multiple accounts for your organization may seem confusing and overwhelming at first, good social media content actually follows a pretty simple formula. You should be tweaking your content from site to site, but most of your social media posts for […]

In this episode, Randy and Ben Bisbee focus on volunteerism—what it means in today’s world, and what it will mean in years to come. They talk about the changing context behind managing volunteers, what it means to surround yourself with good people and so much more. Check it out and let us know your thoughts on the future of volunteerism in the comments! Ben is a self-proclaimed “madman with focus.” He is the Founder + […]