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A trusted source of information, trends and advice for nonprofit leaders, fundraisers and marketing professionals

We know your time is valuable. We also know that the nonprofit sector changes quickly. That's why we take great care in preparing our weekly blog based upon industry trends, questions we've been getting from clients and colleagues, and our own research about what we hope will be valuable.

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Balancing paid and organic social media strategies for nonprofits

Social media Digital marketing

April 7, 2025

Balancing paid and organic social media strategies for nonprofits

Social media is one of the most effective tools for nonprofits to raise awareness, engage supporters and drive action....

Dot Org Content Team

Dot Org Content Team

Unlocking the power of Facebook Business Manager

Social media Digital marketing

July 24, 2024

Unlocking the Power of Facebook Business Manager for Your Nonprofit

As a nonprofit, you're likely on the lookout for effective digital tools and strategies to increase your online...

Dot Org Content Team

Dot Org Content Team

Using social media on phone and laptop

Fundraising Social media

October 23, 2023

Recognizing partners and sponsors on social media

You have probably heard the saying “it takes a village” in reference to reaching a goal or accomplishing a big task....

Dot Org Content Team

Dot Org Content Team

Social media applications on cell phone

Social media Marketing

September 28, 2023

Choosing the best social media platform for your nonprofit

There are so many social media options available, so choosing the best social media platform for your nonprofit may be...

Dot Org Content Team

Dot Org Content Team

Using LinkedIn mobile app

Social media

July 17, 2023

Yes! Your nonprofit can (and should) use LinkedIn: tips for using LinkedIn for nonprofits.

As a nonprofit marketer, you may be asking yourself, “should I be investing time and resources in LinkedIn for my...

Amy Wong, president, Dot Org Solutions

Amy Wong, president, Dot Org Solutions

Laptop and phone and coffee

Social media Marketing

July 22, 2020

Reasons nonprofits can (and should) use LinkedIn

LinkedIn is a great tool, but many employees of nonprofit organizations and small businesses do not fully understand...

Dot Org Content Team

Dot Org Content Team

Woman with heart hands

Fundraising Social media

August 29, 2019

Four things to remember about social media donors for year-end giving

This year is more than halfway over – and, as the weather starts to cool down, we are all marking our calendars for...

Dot Org Content Team

Dot Org Content Team

Man using LinkedIn on tablet

Social media Marketing

August 1, 2019

Exploring LinkedIn: A professional's guide to using the social network

LinkedIn is a great tool, but many employees of nonprofit organizations and small businesses do not fully understand...

Dot Org Content Team

Dot Org Content Team

Taking photo of a mural on phone

Social media Design Marketing

July 9, 2019

Five tips on using images to make your social posts more compelling

Every day, we are bombarded with content. We pass billboards, flip through TV ads and scan social media for interesting...

Dot Org Content Team

Dot Org Content Team

Person taking photo

Social media Marketing

July 2, 2019

A picture is worth 1,000 words: Best practices for social media photos

Choosing an appropriate an engaging social media photo is important. Every day, we are bombarded with content. We pass...

Dot Org Content Team

Dot Org Content Team

People using phones

Social media Events

May 30, 2019

Five tips for using social media marketing during an event

If you have ever attended an industry conference, networking event or even an extravagant party, you may have been able...

Dot Org Content Team

Dot Org Content Team

Using social media

Social media Marketing

April 9, 2019

Preparing your social media for days of celebration

You may occasionally scroll through social media, and think “Wow, there is a day for everything.”

Dot Org Content Team

Dot Org Content Team