This is for all the thirsty people living in our information deserts We live in the spray of communications firehoses. But too many of our potential readers, members and supporters are so very thirsty. This is bad news for nonprofits and democracy.
Take seriously community, collective power and connection Some reflections on what we do in the wake of the 2024 election.
Elections, fundraising and community. Sure, American elections are total madness. But you and your organization can help people through this.
A healthy serving of email delight Yes yes...we're all doing VERY SERIOUS WORK but an email program without culture of joy is just boring. A while back I wrote about running a super delightful email program. Let's talk a little bit more about what pretty never gets mentioned at fundraising conferences
5 things nonprofits can learn from the news biz News organizations have been through a LOT and have a thing or five to teach nonprofits about community, revenue, innovation, metrics and more. โWhat are some unique innovations that nonprofit news could export to the greater nonprofit sector?โ Tristan Loper, who runs national programs at the Lenfest Institute for Journalism,
Much ado about Harris zooms, community and democracy How a zoom call for white dudes modeled community building and why it matters for democracy and nonprofits.
What 101 News Donation Pages can tell you about your fundraising and membership program What we can learn from looking at how more than 100 news organizations are using donation forms, membership, premiums and user experience to grow reader revenue and build community.
10 Elements of Newsletter Thinking How to think like a reader, not just an organization, and create newsletters that people love.
Woah...stop throwing away your email program. Sending more email to more people isn't a solution. But sending great email to people who need and want it can grow your list, increase engagement and improve revenue.
An idea: Be needed Deliverability is great! ๐ But it's far better to be needed by your supporters and subscribers. Don't assume you are needed.
Social change without social space What happens when we can only talk about recipes and Stanley tumblers?
Trust is having a moment But that's nothing new. How news orgs, nonprofits and you go through a society designed for distrust.