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Top 10 Tips for Nonprofits on Social Media

In 2007, you may have thought social media was a fad. In 2009, you may have still thought it won't stick around for long but maybe it's worth checking out. Now, in 2012, you're ready to get serious. If your organization is already on Facebook or Twitter (or even Google+ and LinkedIn), here are 10 tips and guidelines for success:
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New Ways to Engage Supporters

Earlier this month, TowerCare had the pleasure of sponsoring the 2012 Western PA Association of Nonprofit Professionals' Emerging Philanthropy Conference. The day provided us with opportunities to connect with regional fundraising professionals and DonorPro users as well as learn from some of the most forward-thinking nonprofit leaders in the area. 

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising for Your Summer Event

At the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society, peer-to-peer fundraising has become an essential piece of their development, engagement, and outreach strategy. Catherine Olteanu, Director of Development, explained that last year, the local animal services organization raised $26,000 in conjunction with the 2011 Pittsburgh Marathon from peer-to-peer fundraising alone. As of the first week of March 2012, the Western PA Humane Society has already surpassed last year's total and is “set to nearly double 2011's numbers, which is very exciting.” How?

Mobile Navigation for Your Constituents

If there's any buzz word you would identify with 2011, what would yours be? Personally, I'm voting for mobile. As smart phone ownership rates are at their highest level ever, everyone is buzzing about opportunities to take advantage of all those viewers who are on-the-go.

So, Why Go to the DonorPro Users Conference?

There are six short weeks until the early bird registration closes for the first ever DonorPro Users Conference. We're thrilled for the opportunity to bring nonprofits from around the country to Pittsburgh - a national hub of technological innovation with a deep nonprofit history. Instead of me explaining why to join us in September 2012, I reached out to a few members of our team for their opinions...

Love Your Donors All Year Long

The roses are purchased, a box of chocolates are in hand, and the dinner reservations have been confirmed - but does one stellar romantic evening cover you for the remaining 364 days? Of course not. The same applies for your donors, Romeo. Creating, fostering, and maintaining great relationships with donors requires year-round love. Below are 5 ways to show donors and supporters that you care:

Nonprofit Fundraising - Mobile Version

In the several months since our latest fundraising software product release – DonorPro Connect – we've learned a lot about mobile giving, text-to-donate, and mobile marketing best practices.

Share Your Story through Video

Nonprofit leaders and marketers are always on the hunt for more effective ways to share your message and mission online. Social media communication, images of your mission, and blogs can (and do) express your work, needs, and mission in a very easy-to-understand way. However, online video can (and will) promote your message in an entirely distinctive way. 

Why DonorPro?

Last fall, the DonorPro team sponsored a client photo contest asking nonprofits to submit a photo of their mission in action along with a caption further describing their respective work and goals. What we didn't expect was the overwhelming response explaining how DonorPro's suite of nonprofit software solutions supports these incredible missions every day around the globe. Our goal at DonorPro is to design, create, and provide the most intutitive and useful fundraising software available. We thank you for your continued support and partnership. 

Things To Come in 2012:

A new year is the perfect time to reflect on both the last 12 months and to anticipate the year ahead. 2011 was a big year for DonorPro and parent company, TowerCare Technologies. Our team has grown, we are supporting more nonprofits than ever, and we launched a cutting edge mobile fundraising tool called DonorPro Connect. It's been a busy year and we're happy you've been apart of it!

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