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They may be the tipping point for your year-end fundraising campaign. I was thrilled to see this Facebook post this from the Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless (ECHH), one of our favorite clients. MORE
Here are a few tips for creating videos with sound that still work without sound. . Want more tips? What tips do you have for silent videos? On Thursday, I’m presenting a webinar on how to create a great thank you video for your supporters. MORE
In this article, we will outline 4 simple tips to help you boost your online donor engagement rates: Make the donation process simple and user-friendly. Another great tip that helps keep existing donors is to let them know what their donation money has gone to! MORE
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Web Site 101 Best Practices Quick TipsNonprofits are now reporting that up to a third of their Web traffic is coming from mobile devices. MORE
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