Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Nonprofit Ally How to start, build and maintain a thriving nonprofit. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://nonprofitally.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://nonprofitally.com/blog/) - [The Fundraising Landing Page Blueprint](https://nonprofitally.com/fundraising-landing-page-blueprint/) - Learn how to create an effective fundraising landing page with our blueprint. Craft an impactful introduction, identify solutions, build trust, & get donations. - [How to Find your Target Audience for your Fundraiser](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-find-your-target-audience-for-your-fundraiser/) - Learn how to find your target audience for your nonprofit fundraiser and the importance of tailoring your message to increase your impact. - [Four Steps to Fundraising Success](https://nonprofitally.com/four-steps-to-fundraising-success/) - Want to run a successful fundraiser? This step-by-step guide will help you boost your fundraising efforts with proven tips and examples on running a fundraiser. - [How to set Goals for your Fundrasier](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-set-goals-for-your-fundrasier/) - Learn how to set clear & effective goals for a nonprofit fundraiser with our step-by-step guide. Achieve your targets. Motivate supporters. Make a difference! - [NPA 092: How to Really Raise Money with Auctions](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-raise-money-with-auctions/) - In this episode I talk with Adam Capes from GetAway2Give about how he helps nonprofit raise $10,000's with auctions. Adam Capes is the Co-Founder and President of Getaway2Give, a company changing the way non-profits raise money and people think about vacations. Their mission is to be the best in the country at helping charities and schools - [NPA 095: How to Track Grants, Donations & Program Expenses](https://nonprofitally.com/nonprofit-booking-tips/) - Nonprofit bookkeeping can seem tricky. Learn how to track grants, donations and program expenses by organizing your dollars into trackable categories. - [NPA 094 - How to Use Video Effectively](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-use-video-effectively/) - You don't have to be afraid of making a video. In this podcast, I talk with Katie Prentiss Onsager about how to plan, create & promote your nonprofit video. - [NPA 093: Making Change with Video](https://nonprofitally.com/making-change-with-video/) - Everything is VIDEO. Really - 80% of all internet consumption is video. So, if you are not using video you are behind the game. Here is how to do affordably. - [NPA 091: 911 Funding for Nonprofits](https://nonprofitally.com/911-funding-for-nonprofits/) - We live in an unpredictable world. Emergencies can affect the ability of a nonprofit to provide services. Now there is emergency funding for nonprofits anywhere in the world. - [NPA 090: How to be an Innovative Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/be-an-innovative-nonprofit/) - Innovation in the nonprofit sector can mean a lot of things. First, we define, then we learn how to apply it and then, it's time to see if it is effective. Learn tools to help your nonprofit become more innovative and your team more effective. - [NPA 089 - Smart Start Your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/smart-start-your-nonprofit/) - Starting a nonprofit is a process that involves a lot of steps. Being prepares is your key to success. You can start by having a business plan, having a financial plan, reaching out to board members and building relationships within your community. - [NPA 088: An Audio Board Training](https://nonprofitally.com/an-audio-board-training/) - Learn how to diversify your nonprofit board and strengthen your team with Kate Hayes from Echoing Green. Kate goes over the principles behind building a strong and diverse board. - [NPA 087: The Journey to Sustainability](https://nonprofitally.com/nonprofit-journey-to-sustainability/) - In this episode I speak with Rosenna Bakari from Talking Trees, a nonprofit she started back in 2010. We talk about her journey starting the nonprofit and how she plans to make it sustainable. We also, talk about her new book and how that new book is helping raise awareness about Talking Trees. - [NPA 086 - How to Fundraise without Asking for Money](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-fundraise-without-asking-for-money/) - The reason people hate fundraising is because they hate asking for money. But this assumes that "asking" is all we do when fundraising. And this is where the problem lies. It's not that we hate asking for money... it is that we think that asking for money is what funding raising is about. And this is just not true. - [NPA 085 - Get Better Rankings in Google](https://nonprofitally.com/get-better-rankings-in-google/) - Getting found in Google doesn't happen by accident. Your website doesn't magically appear in the search engines for the right search terms. But there is a way to get your website in the search engines for the correct terms AND ranking higher than your competition. And the is by using search engine optimization (SEO). - [NPA 084: From Survivor to Founder](https://nonprofitally.com/npa-084-from-survivor-to-founder/) - In this podcast, I talk with Jenna Benn Shersher. She shares with us her story on overcoming a rare form of cancer and how it inspired her to start a nonprofit. Jenna is the Founder and Executive Director of Twist Out Cancer, a non-profit organization she founded after surviving Grey Zone Lymphoma in 2011. - [NPA 083 - Put your Mailing List on Steriods](https://nonprofitally.com/put-your-mailing-list-on-steriods/) - Still think Facebook is the best way to reach your audience? Well, then you must be old like me. Learn the best ways to communicate with your supporters with Kathryn Calhoun. Kathryn shares with us the best tools to use and the best way to use them. It's time to modernize your communication and be more effective. - [NPA 082 - How to Turn Risks into Insights](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-turn-risks-into-insights/) - Risks can be unsettling. It is easier to focus on what’s urgent than what’s necessary. But if you create ways to make it easier to see threats and opportunities, you can gain powerful insights into your organization. Knowing your risks can increase awareness of the threats and opportunities faced by your organization. - [NPA 081: How to Build & Spend Social Capital](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-build-spend-social-capital/) - In this episode I talk witth Dr. Froswa’ Booker-Drew about building socail capital and developing asset based based community relationships. The goal is use existing networks within a comminuty that enables that society to function effectively and thus help communities develop based on their strengths and potentials. - [Fresh & New Tips on Crowdfunding](https://nonprofitally.com/fresh-new-tips-on-crowdfunding/) - Crowdfunding has evolved over the years. And keeping up with the latest "to-do's" and "to-don'ts" can be tough. So, I am really excited to let you know about a recent interview I did with Holly Rustick from Nonprofit Grantwriting & Funding. We talked about crowdfunding for nearly an hour. - [NPA 080: Find New Funding for Your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/find-new-funding-for-your-nonprofit/) - Can nonprofits make money? You'd be surprised at how many people believe that nonprofits can't earn revenue. The reality is that the term "nonprofit" has nothing to do with whether an organization can make a profit and everything to do with what they do with that profit. - [NPA 079: Keys to "Social Startup Success"](https://nonprofitally.com/keys-to-social-startup-success/) - Ever wonder what successful nonprofits do to become sustainable and impactful? Kathleen Kelly-Janus offers first-hand advice on just how to become an emerging nonprofit. She has interviewed and researched hundreds of nonprofits and learned what is most common to their success. - [How to File Your Nonprofit Taxes](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-file-your-nonprofit-taxes/) - Filing your Nonprofit Taxes can be done online, for FREE, if you qualify to use IRS FORM 990-N. This form is often called the e-postcard. It's easy, quick and FREE. - [NPA 078: Building Capacity Panel Discussion](https://nonprofitally.com/nonprofit-capacity-building-panel-discussion/) - Learn how to get your first grant, when/how to hire staff, how to recruit board members, the role of your strategic plan in building your nonprofit, and more. - [NPA 077 - How to be an Emerging Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-be-an-emerging-nonprofit/) - The term "emerging nonprofit" is used a lot. But what does it mean? Anything? If you want to "emerge", then listen to this podcast with Jeremy Grandstaff. - [Top Five of ALL TIME – #1](https://nonprofitally.com/top-five-of-all-time-1/) - In this special edition of the Nonprofit Ally Podcast we count down the top 5 episodes of all time. In this episode, we hear an exerpt from the most listened to podcast of all time. It features Ann Myren. The podcast title is, “Grant Writing from Preparation to Submission". Hear the whole episode at, https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-nonprofit-grant-writing/ - [Top Five of ALL TIME – #2](https://nonprofitally.com/top-five-of-all-time-2/) - In this special edition of the Nonprofit Ally Podcast we count down the top 5 episodes of all time. In this episode, we hear an exerpt from the second most listened to podcast. It features Chris Ferdinandi. The podcast title is, “Secrets to Getting more Website Visits”. Hear the whole episode at, https://nonprofitally.com/secrets-to-getting-more-visitors-to-you-website/ - [Top Five of ALL TIME – #3](https://nonprofitally.com/top-five-of-all-time-3/) - In this special edition of the Nonprofit Ally Podcast we count down the top 5 episodes of all time. In this episode, we hear an exerpt from the third most listened to podcast. It features Laurie Wolf. The podcast title is, “Sustainability is Not the Destination”. Hear the whole episode at, https://nonprofitally.com/sustainability-is-not-destination/ - [Top Five of ALL TIME – #4](https://nonprofitally.com/top-five-of-all-time-4/) - In this special edition of the Nonprofit Ally Podcast we count down the top 5 episodes of all time. In this episode, we hear an exerpt from the fourth most listened to podcast. It features Autumn Bernstein. The podcast title is, “Creating a Nonprofit Coalition - Building Relationships with other Nonprofits”. Hear the whole episode - [Top Five of ALL TIME - #5](https://nonprofitally.com/top-five-of-all-time-5/) - How to start a nonprofit as a side job. - [Top Five Episodes of 2017 - #1](https://nonprofitally.com/top-five-episodes-of-2017-1/) - In this special edition of the Nonprofit Ally Podcast we count down the top 5 episodes of 2017. In this episode, we hear an exerpt from the most popular podcast or 2017. It features Carolyn Appleton. The podcast is title is "Insider Tips from a Professional Grant Writer". Hear the whole episode at, https://nonprofitally.com/insider-tips-from-a-professional-grant-writer/ - [Top Five Episodes of 2017 - #2](https://nonprofitally.com/top-five-episodes-of-2017-2/) - In this special edition of the Nonprofit Ally Podcast we count down the top 5 episodes of 2017. In this episode, we hear an exerpt from the second most popular podcast. It features John Haydon. The podcast is title is "How to Build Relationships with Everyone". Hear the full episode at, https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-build-relationships-with-an-email-list/ - [Top Five Episodes of 2017 - #3](https://nonprofitally.com/top-five-episodes-of-2017-3/) - In this special edition of the Nonprofit Ally Podcast we count down the top 5 episodes of 2017. In this episode, we hear an exerpt from the third most popular podcast. It features a panel discussion with Mauricio Belgrano, Megan Innes and me. The podcast is title is "Crowdfunding Special Edition". You can hear the full - [Top Five Episodes of 2017 - #4](https://nonprofitally.com/top-five-episodes-of-2017-4/) - In this special edition of the Nonprofit Ally Podcast we count down the top 5 episodes of 2017. In this episode, we hear an exerpt from the fourth most popular podcast. It features Robert McGuire from McGuire Editorial. The podcast is title is "Practical Content marketing for Nonprofits". You can hear the entire podcast at, https://nonprofitally.com/practical-content-marketing-for-nonprofits/ - [Top 5 Episodes of 2017 - #5](https://nonprofitally.com/top-5-episodes-of-2017-5/) - In this special edition of the Nonprofit Ally Podcast we count down the top 5 episodes of 2017. In this episode, we hear an exerpt from the fifth most popular podcast. It features Amanda Babine from Evaluate for Change. The podcast title is "Building Capacity with the Logic Model". You can hear the whole episode - [NPA 076: Do You Believe these Nonprofit Myths? Let's Bust Them!](https://nonprofitally.com/nonprofit-myth-busting/) - Learn how to overcome the obstacles the prevent your nonprofit from reaching your goals. Zoot Velasco shares with us the best ways to bust nonprofit myths. - [NPA 075: Go Beyond the Donation with Social Fundraising](https://nonprofitally.com/beyond-the-donation-with-social-fundraising/) - Social fundraising is more than just a way to raise money. It is a way to connect with supporters, get new donations, build relationships and increase awareness. - [NPA 074: How to Start a Major Gifts Program for Your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-start-a-major-gifts-program-for-your-nonprofit/) - It takes a special kind of person to be a fundraiser. Or at least that is what we tell ourselves. For most people, fundraising is intimidating. After all, who wants to go around asking other people for money. For most of us, fundraising doesn't come naturally. And yet, fundraising is an essential part to running a - [NPA 073: New Approaches to Grant Writing](https://nonprofitally.com/new-approaches-to-grant-writing/) - Writing a grant for a nonprofit takes time, research and practice. But with the right tools, anyone can do it. Learn how to research and target your grant! - [NPA 072 - Community Engagement & Fundraising](https://nonprofitally.com/community-engagement-fundraising/) - Learn how to manage nonprofit volunteers, donations, marketing and social engagement. Ro Valiao, from Flipcause, shares solutions on growing your nonprofit. - [NPA 071: Increase Your Online Engagement](https://nonprofitally.com/increase-your-online-engagement/) - Having a website is a must. But it is only the start. If you want visitors to be donors, volunteers or advocates, then your website needs engagement tools. - [NPA 070: Successful Advocacy in a Noisy World](https://nonprofitally.com/successful-advocacy-in-a-noisy-world/) - Advocating for the rights of others is not an easy job. There are 100's of ways to get your message out, but not everyone is listening. This is the challenge. - [NPA 069: Roadmap to a Sustainable Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/roadmap-to-sustainable-nonprofit/) - Nathan Runkle, author of Mercy for Animals, founded an animal rights advocacy nonprofit. Hear the story of Mercy for Animal and how it impacts policy worldwide. - [NPA 068 - Turn Minimum Resources Into Maximum Impact](https://nonprofitally.com/turn-minimum-resources-to-maximum-impact/) - Learn how to start a nonprofit with just a handful of volunteers, Google advertising, a website, a few boots on the ground, and very little money. - [NPA 067: The Quest for Funding](https://nonprofitally.com/the-quest-for-funding/) - Devin Thorpe says an increase in social awareness is driving the success of crowdfunding fundraisers for nonprofits. Here is three steps to fundraising success. - [NPA 066: Email Marketing for Nonprofits](https://nonprofitally.com/email-marketing-for-nonprofits/) - Nonprofit email marketing requires a strategy and a goal. You also need email software like AWeber, MailChimp or ConstantContact. Learn how to market with email. - [NPA 065: From For-Profit to Non-Profit. Making the Transition.](https://nonprofitally.com/going-from-for-profit-to-non-profit/) - Rick wanted to make a difference. But transitioning from his secure corporate job to a nonprofit job was fraught with concerns. Here is his story. - [NPA 064: The Many Hats of a Nonprofit Executive Director](https://nonprofitally.com/the-many-hats-of-a-nonprofit-executive-director/) - Being a nonprofit Executive Director means wearing many hats. Learn how to accomplish more for your nonprofit. while balancing the wide ranging roles of an ED. - [NPA 063: How to Fundraise Using Email](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-fundraise-using-email/) - Fundraising for your nonprofit can be time consuming and energy draining. What if you could create a "passive" fundraising system. Does that sound intriguing? - [NPA 062: Starting a Nonprofit in a Foreign Country (Listener Interview)](https://nonprofitally.com/starting-a-nonprofit-in-a-foreign-country/) - Starting a nonprofit is not easy. But starting a nonprofit in a foreign country... that shares a war-affected border... well, that is just down-right difficult. - [NPA 061: Get a FREE Website for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/secrets-to-making-a-nonprofit-website/) - A poorly designed website will hurt your nonprofit. It will cause you to loose donors. Here are tips on how to make a professional website for your nonprofit. - [NPA 060 - Using an Impact Funnel to Market your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/impact-funnel-for-marketing-nonprofits/) - Whether you call it a sales funnel, marketing funnel or a conversion funnel, the goal is the same. You want followers to engage with your nonprofit. Here's how. - [NPA 059 - Using Stories to Further your Mission and More](https://nonprofitally.com/using-stories-to-further-your-mission-and-more/) - Story telling is one of the best ways nonprofits spread awareness and fundraise for their cause. Learn how to identify stories and tell them to your supporters. - [Event Planning Productivity Tip - VIDEO!](https://nonprofitally.com/event-planning-productivity-tip/) - Planning an event for a nonprofit can be a lot of work. Here's a great way to organize your volunteers, tasks and assignments. Use Trello for event planning. - [NPA 058: Better Meetings with Roberts Rules](https://nonprofitally.com/better-meetings-with-roberts-rules/) - Roberts Rules can help you run a more productive meeting. Robers Rules Made Easy Founder, Susan Leahy teaches how to use Roberts Rules in your meetings. - [NPA 057 - How to build relationships with EVERYONE... No Joke.](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-build-relationships-with-an-email-list/) - Email marketing for nonprofits is one of the best ways to raise money, build relationships and grow your nonprofit. Learn how to use nonprofit email marketing. - [Evaluate your Programs and Reach your Goals](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-evaluate-nonprofit-programs/) - Nonprofit program evaluation can help you grow your programs and reach your goals. Here are two methods of program evaluation to help your grow your programs. - [NPA 056 - Building Capacity with the Logic Model](https://nonprofitally.com/building-capacity-with-the-logic-model/) - The logic model helps you build more capacity within your nonprofit programs. What's this mean? You will have better programs that take up less resourse. - [5 Program Pitfalls to Avoid](https://nonprofitally.com/5-nonprofit-pitfalls-to-avoid/) - How do you know if a nonprofit program is going to work? Or when it is time rebuild an old one? Avoid these nonprofit program pitfalls and and build success. - [NPA 055: Practical Content Marketing for Nonprofits](https://nonprofitally.com/practical-content-marketing-for-nonprofits/) - Content marketing is a great way to reach people with your message and mission. But for many it's still a mystery. It's time to demystify content marketing. - [How to Keep Program Eval Simple and Effective](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-keep-program-evaluation-simple-and-effective/) - Evaluating effectiveness of your nonprofit programs is important. Here is how to measure your success with simple and accessible evaluation stats. - [NPA 054: Insider Tips from a Professional Grant Writer](https://nonprofitally.com/insider-tips-from-a-professional-grant-writer/) - Learn the secrets of grant writing with these insider tips from a grant writing guru. - [Set Program Objectives the SMART Way](https://nonprofitally.com/set-program-objectives-the-smart-way/) - Setting SMART Goals for your nonprofit programs will help you create and manage successful programs. A clear objective means it is easier to evaluate success. - [NPA 053: Special Crowdfunding Edition](https://nonprofitally.com/special-crowdfunding-edition/) - Three Crowdfunding Tips. Anyone can crowdfund. Crowdfunding has little to do with fundraising. There's a 50% chance you'll fail. Learn the crowdfunding secrets. - [NPA 052: How to Avoid Mission Creep and Achieve your Nonprofit Goals](https://nonprofitally.com/avoid-mission-creep-and-achieve-your-goals/) - Avoiding mission creep. Interview with Liana Downey, author of, "Mission Control - How Nonprofits and Governments can Focus, Achieve More and Change the World." - [NPA 040: How to Win Donors with Video](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-win-donors-with-video/) - Making a fundraising video takes story telling and editing techniques. In this podcast we learn how to turn people who watch your video into nonprofit donors. - [Six Steps to Successful Outreach](https://nonprofitally.com/six-steps-to-successful-outreach/) - Whether is it partners, donors or clients, nonprofit outreach is important. Here are six steps to help you build relationships lasting for your nonprofit. - [NPA 051: Build a Sustainable Nonprofit Board](https://nonprofitally.com/build-a-sustainable-nonprofit-board/) - Developing a nonprofit board of directors takes planning. In this podcast, Laura Otten from La Salle Nonprofit Center shares her board development strategy. - [Got A LinkedIn Profile Yet? Do Not Approach Sponsors Till You Do!!](https://nonprofitally.com/got-a-linkedin-profile-yet-do-not-approach-sponsors-till-you-do/) - That's right, a great LinkedIn profile will actually boost your success with sponsors. Wait. What? You may not have thought about it, but THE first thing a Sponsorship Manager is going to do when you reach out to them, is check you out! They go looking for you on LinkedIn. How are you showing up - [How To Get Sponsors Without A Proposal!](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-get-sponsors-without-a-proposal/) - Are you still stuck thinking that you need a proposal in order to get a sponsorship deal across the line? Here I share with you the approach I tried that improve my success with sponsors by 96%! https://youtu.be/DQ_Hzqgvn9E - [Do you know your WHY?](https://nonprofitally.com/do-you-know-your-why/) - Do you know your WHY? I do and I wanted to share it so we can get to know each other better. :) Pleased to meet you! What's your WHY? https://youtu.be/garcC5jripk - [Ways to diversify your corporate fundraising strategy](https://nonprofitally.com/ways-to-diversify-your-corporate-fundraising-strategy/) - Did you know that there are different 'buckets' of money (or budgets) within some companies that you can access when you are looking to create a partnership? Where you put your fundraising efforts will therefore depend on the outcomes you seek. In order to build a robust and diverse funding strategy for your non-profit, it's - [Companies Do Not Use Sponsorship To Support GOOD CAUSES](https://nonprofitally.com/companies-do-not-use-sponsorship-to-support-good-causes/) - As much as people may align with your mission and deeply believe in what you do for your community, sponsorship decisions will not be based on anything emotive or immeasurable. The truth is companies are looking for opportunities to use their marketing spend in ways that will build the recognition of their brand among their target market, make more - [The Tide of Corporate Sponsorship is Turning...](https://nonprofitally.com/the-tide-of-corporate-sponsorship-is-turning/) - The tides are shifting - are you moving with them or against them? The last decade has seen huge shifts in marketing, consumerism and sponsorship. There's no doubt that the way brands are targeting their ideal customers is becoming more and more sophisticated. Geolocation tracking, behavioural targeting and social media are only a few things - [NPA 050: How to be a Nonprofit Outreach Super Hero](https://nonprofitally.com/nonprofit-outreach-super-hero/) - Nonprofit outreach takes energy, passion and planning. Here is an outreach program martketing outline to help you get more partners, donors and sponsors. - [Giving Thanks](https://nonprofitally.com/giving-thanks/) - Thanking donors for their charitable gifts is a task one assumes nonprofit staff will do, but surprisingly, many nonprofit organizations still lag behind in acknowledging charitable donations, either from the standpoint of common courtesy or the legal requirements. The Internal Revenue Service provides detailed guidance for legally acknowledging charitable donations of all types on its webpage, - [NPA 049: Inbound Marketing for Nonprofits](https://nonprofitally.com/npa-049-inbound-marketing-for-nonprofits/) - Do you have a website, a blog or a newsletter? Do you use social media? Then you are already doing some Inbound Marketing. Here's how to use it for marketing. - [10 Facebook Photo Tips for Nonprofits](https://nonprofitally.com/10-facebook-photo-tips/) - Get more "likes" and comments by posting photos to your "Facebook" page. Here are ten creative ways to get your photo's noticed on Facebook. - [Intro Video to Nonprofit Ally](https://nonprofitally.com/intro-video/) - Nonprofit Ally can help you start a nonprofit, develop a budget, create a nonprofit website and more. - [NPA 004: File your 501c3 Nonprofit Paper Work (it's a video)](https://nonprofitally.com/501c3-tax-exempt-nonprofit/) - Learn how to file for 501.c.3 nonprofit tax-exempt status. This video gives and overview of how to file out IRS form 1023 to become a 501c3 tax-exempt nonprofit. - [Helping Philippine Victims of Typhoon Haiyan](https://nonprofitally.com/help-philippine-victims-of-typhoon-haiyan/) - As a nonprofit you are more equipped to help victims of Typhoon Haiyan than other people in your community. Even if your mission isn't related to disaster relief. Here's how... - [Five Quick and Easy Photo Tips for Mobile Phones](https://nonprofitally.com/mobile-phone-photo-tips/) - A photo on your Facebook post will attract more engagement. But a poorly composed photo won't do much good. Here are five tips to make your photos look better. - [NPA 014: Raise More Money with Crowdfunding](https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-raise-money-crowdfunding-tips/) - Crowdfunding is a great way to fundraise for your nonprofit. This video shows proven ways you can maximizes your ability to raise money with crowdfunding. - [NPA 009: Getting Sponsors for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-getting-sponsors-for-nonprofits/) - Learn how to find and attract sponsors for your nonprofit. This is a podcast interview with Kim Skildum-Reid, author of, "The Sponsorship Seekers Toolkit". - [How to Put your Website on Steriods](https://nonprofitally.com/use-premium-wordpress-themes/) - Creating a good looking website isn't difficult. WordPress is easy to learn and provides a solid platform on which to build your website. - [Five Reasons to Use Roberts Rules](https://nonprofitally.com/five-reasons-to-use-roberts-rules/) - Roberts Rules is essential for any nonprofit. There are many ways Roberts Rules can help your nonprofit meetings run smoother and faster. - [How to Apply for an EIN (Employee Identification Number)](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-get-an-ein/) - If you are starting a nonprofit and plan to apply for 501.c.3 status then you will need to get an EIN. This video shows you how to get your EIN. - [NPA 006: Nonprofit Fundraising and Donor Retention](https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-nonprofit-fundraising-and-donor-retention/) - Learn how to manage a fundraising campaign for your nonprofit. This podcast includes tips on using your mailing list and social media. Plus how to retain donors. - [How to Start a Nonprofit - Video](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-start-a-nonprofit-video/) - This video introduces you to the steps you need to take to "Start a Nonprofit". It walks you through six steps, from incorporation to filing for your 501.c.3. - [Why do you Hate my Nonprofit?](https://nonprofitally.com/dealing-with-nonprofit-haters-and-trolls-facebook/) - Dealing with trolls and nonprofit haters on your Facebook page is frustrating and dangerous to the health of your community. Dealing with these people appropriately is important. - [NPA 022: Starting an Endowment for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/starting-an-endowment-for-your-nonprofit/) - Endowments are a long term investment that can help your nonprofit reach financial sustainability. Listen to this podcast to learn more about endowments. - [Five Ways to get Better Results from Member Surveys](https://nonprofitally.com/five-tips-for-better-surveys/) - Building an online survey can give your crucial information about your organization. And with today’s form tools, building your online survey is easy, here's how. - [Why your Donation Page is Losing you Money](https://nonprofitally.com/why-your-donation-page-is-loosing-you-money/) - In order for your nonprofit to receive more money you should sharpen your donation form skills. Here are five tips on how to create better donation forms. - ["Apply Online" Forms - Do's and Dont's](https://nonprofitally.com/apply-online-form-tips/) - Adding the right people to your nonprofit is no easy task, but it’s the most important aspect of running a successful nonprofit. Everyone has their favorite ways of finding employees, but it’s important that your method be organized, professional, and appealing to job applicants. That’s where online forms come in -- a way to make - [It's Time to Get the Grant - Here's How](https://nonprofitally.com/its-time-to-get-the-grant-heres-how/) - Getting a grant takes research, writing skills and a plan. Don't leave obtaining a grant up to luck . Here is a proven process to help you get the grant. - [Is your Compassion Burning you out?](https://nonprofitally.com/is-your-compassion-burning-you-out/) - Having a job that requires you to serve others can emotionally and mentally burn you out. Here are some tips to help you overcome burnout and regain your energy. - [Seven Tips to Creating Affordable Videos](https://nonprofitally.com/seven-tips-to-creating-affordable-video/) - Making a video for your nonprofit can be a costly affair. Here are seven tips to help you save money and time. A short and affordable video should be your goal, here's how to do it. - [What do I include in my Nonprofit Bylaws?](https://nonprofitally.com/what-to-include-in-nonprofit-bylaws/) - Writing nonprofit bylaws can be overwhelming. But if you know what to include (and not to include), then it becomes easier. Here's easy steps to walk you through this process. - [NPA 034: Crowdfunding Tips from the Source](https://nonprofitally.com/crowdfunding-tips-from-the-source/) - Get tips on crowdfunding tips from a professional crowdfunder. Not just a consultant, but an actual owner of a crowdfunding platform. Lessons from the Source! - [NPA 020: How to Find Sponsors for Your Nonprofit with Abby Clemence](https://nonprofitally.com/find-sponsors-for-your-nonprofit-with-abby-clemence/) - Abby Clemence, from Infinity Sponsorhip, talks about how to get corporate sponsors for your nonprofit. Learn what businesses are looking and need. - [Secrets to Telling your Story with Video Interviews](https://nonprofitally.com/secrets-to-video-storytelling-interview/) - A video interview is a great way to tell the story of your nonprofit. But getting the "right" answers to your questions isn't easy. Here's the secret you seek. - [NPA 025: How to get Expert Volunteers for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/get-expert-volunteers-for-your-nonprofit/) - In this episode I talk with Mark Horoszowki from MovingWorlds.org. Mark talks about how the MovingWorlds organization helps nonprofits, from around the world, find skilled volunteers to help them with their missions. It is a process they call "Experteering". Mark gives us some insight in to the volunteer recruitment and management process. He also fills - [How to Name your Nonprofit or Business](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-name-your-nonprofit-or-business/) - When I first started Nonprofit Ally, I wrote the How to Start a Nonprofit section. The first part of this section includes an article on How to Choose a Name for your Nonprofit. In an effort to keep all the content on this site fresh and relevant I have made a video about How to - [Easy Image Editing With PicMonkey](https://nonprofitally.com/easy-image-editing-picmonkey/) - PicMonkey is an easy to use image editor. It has many editing features such as, crop, rotate, sharpen, as well as preset borders, themes, special effects - [NPA 044: Finding Affordable Software Solutions for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/affordable-nonprofit-software-solutions/) - Finding software for your nonprofit can be complicated. But there is a free website that offers reviews and ratings of the best software out there. Here is some free info. - [How to Run a Better Board Meeting](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-run-a-board-meeting/) - Do your board meetings last hours? Do you leave meetings wondering if anything got accomplished? Here is a simple but effective way to run a better board meeting. - [Three Keys to Delivering your Nonprofits Message](https://nonprofitally.com/three-keys-to-delivering-your-nonprofit-message/) - Getting your nonprofits message out can be challenging. But by following three principles, based on Marshall McLuhan, your message will be more effective. - [Free Nonprofit Accounting Software](https://nonprofitally.com/nonprofit-accounting-app/) - WaveApps.com offers free accounting software for nonprofits. It comes with preset expense/income categories for nonprofits. It's simple to use and customize. - [NPA 037 - The Most Important Part of Crowdfunding... the Kick-off](https://nonprofitally.com/the-most-important-part-of-crowdfunding/) - There is a lot that goes into a crowdfunding campaign. But no matter how prepared you are, it is important to kick the campaign off with a bang. Here's how. - [NPA 011: Charitable Giving – Using Story Telling to Find your Donors](https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-nonprofit-story-telling-fundraising/) - Finding donors for your nonprofit can be a daunting task. But using some simple nonprofit story telling techniques can help you find new donors and retain them for years to come. - [NPA 016: How to Manage a Massive Nonprofit Event](https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-managing-nonprofit-event/) - Imagine having to raise $6.5M, find 2,700 volunteers, hire 12 staff members, get corporate sponsors and host, house and feed 2,000 visitors from nine countries - all in a two year time span. - [How to Find the Right Grant for Your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-find-a-grant-for-your-nonprofit/) - Finding a grant for your nonprofit requires research, attention to detail and knowing what you want. This will help determine if your nonprofit is a good fit for a grantor. - [NPA 010: Dealing with Rogue Board Members](https://nonprofitally.com/nonprofit-podcast-dealing-with-rogue-board-members/) - Dealing with a rogue board member creates turmoil and dysfunction within an organization. Here are some ways to deal with this tricky situation. - [Five Tips to Help you Run a Better Meeting](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-run-a-nonprofit-meeting/) - Learn how to run a quick and effective meeting that stays on topic. These simple steps include using Roberts Rules, speaking one at a time and taking minutes. - [NPA 008: Grant Writing - From Preparation to Submission](https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-nonprofit-grant-writing/) - Learn how to write a grant for your nonprofit. Grant writing tips include: researching grants, planning your grant submission and a "grant writing check list". - [The Nonprofit Elevator Pitch - A.K.A. How to Ask for Money](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-ask-for-money-for-your-nonprofit/) - Fundraising for your nonprofit is important. But asking for money can be intimidating. Create a "Nonprofit Elevator Pitch" and be more successful at raising money. - [NPA 005: The Effects of Founders Syndrome](https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-nonprofit-founders-syndrome/) - Founders syndrome can effect any nonprofit. In this podcast I talk with Kay Clements who shares her first-hand experience dealing with founders syndrome. - [The Government Shutdown, the IRS and Your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/government-shutdown-irs-nonprofit/) - How does the government shutdown affect your nonprofit? The IRS is closed. But you still have to file your 990, 941 and/or your 1023. Fortunately many of their services are still available. - [Introduction to Nonprofit Ally (It's a Video)](https://nonprofitally.com/nonprofitally-intro-video/) - Nonprofit Ally can help you start a nonprofit, develop a budget, create a nonprofit website and more. - [NPA 048: Fiscal Sponsorship for Nonprofits](https://nonprofitally.com/fiscal-sponsorship-for-nonprofits/) - If you're a growing nonprofit and need some help managing your programs, hiring staff or just getting your paperwork in order, then fiscal sponsorship may help. - [NPA 047: Sustainability is not the Destination](https://nonprofitally.com/sustainability-is-not-destination/) - All nonprofits want a regular source of donations, income, program participants, board members and staff. But this is not sustainability. Ready to be surprised? - [Three Branding Tips Nonprofits Overlook](https://nonprofitally.com/branding-tips-for-nonprofits/) - Branding your nonprofit is not just about ads, flyers, logos and Facebook. These are important... but marketing to your audience is easy - it's right in front of you. - [Want to Deliver Education Digitally? Here's Three of the Best](https://nonprofitally.com/want-to-deliver-education-digitally-heres-three-of-the-best/) - Do you want to start using technology to help deliver you message and educate your supporters. Here are three nonprofits that have bridged the digital divide. - [Should your Video be 90 seconds or 15 Minutes? The Answer may Surprise you.](https://nonprofitally.com/should-your-video-be-90-seconds-or-15-minutes-the-answer-may-surprise-you/) - How long should your next video be? Well, that depends on who is watching it and the content you are adding. Here are some tips to determine the best video length. - [NPA 046: Secrets to Getting more Visitors to your Website](https://nonprofitally.com/secrets-to-getting-more-visitors-to-you-website/) - If you want to get more people to your website then this is the podcast to listen to. Here are some simple steps you can take to get and KEEP visitors on your website. - [FIve Ways to "Design" a Better Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/five-ways-to-design-a-better-nonprofit/) - Over the past year, I’ve been working with a friend and colleague from the tech-sector on various consulting services for non-profits. As someone who comes from the non-profit sector, working with a trained UX (User Experience) Designer has been enlightening. Here are 5 take-aways that I have learned from my dear friends in the tech-industry - [What Donors DON’T Want to Hear May Surprise You - Part 2](https://nonprofitally.com/what-donors-dont-want-to-hear-may-surprise-you-part-2/) - Finding the right emotion for your story is more important than any of the facts you include in the video. Here is an easy guide to help you find your E-motion video. - [How to get Nonprofit Groupies](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-get-nonprofit-groupies/) - Let's face it, nonprofits have limited resources There are never enough people with enough time. But here are three easy steps to help you overcome this. - [NPA 045: Listener Interview - Turning Inspiration into Action](https://nonprofitally.com/listener-interview-turning-inspiration-into-action/) - Ideas can be inspiring. But turning them into action can be met with self-doubt. Hear how one women got over her resistance and created something beautiful. - [What Donors DON'T Want to Hear May Surprise You - Part One](https://nonprofitally.com/what-donors-dont-want-to-hear-may-surprise-you/) - If you want to win donors through you next video then don't rely on the facts. Facts don't turn viewers into donors. Here is a sure fire way to get more donors. - [Reader Survey - Tell us What you Think](https://nonprofitally.com/reader-survey-tell-us-what-you-think/) - Take this quick, fun and meaningful survey and help us improve our website. We really appreciate your feedback. - [NPA 043: Create a Sustainable Financial Plan for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/create-a-sustainable-financial-plan-for-nonprofits/) - Getting your nonprofit to a state of financial sustainability is a goal for all of us. But just how do you get there and is there a "quick" way to do it? - [How to Pick the Right Software for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-pick-nonprofit-software/) - Software can help make your nonprofit more efficient. But with so many options it can be hard to choose. Here are three important questions you should always ask. - [NPA 042: Starting a Religious Based Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-start-a-religious-based-nonprofit/) - Starting a religious based nonprofit can be confusing. But it really isn't that different than a regular nonprofit... with a few exceptions. Learn what those are. - [Make Donor Communication as Easy as Ho-Ho-Ho](https://nonprofitally.com/make-donor-communication-as-easy-as-ho-ho-ho/) - Geting a "like" is easier than getting a donor. But with the right tools and strategy you can turn your followers into donors. Just follow this easy "Call to action" plan. - [NPA 041: The Accidental Nonprofit - How an Event Turned in to a $3.5M Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/the-accidental-nonprofit-how-an-event-turned-in-to-a-nonprofit/) - Bobby Gill helped start Cupids Undie Run and it quickly turned in to a worldwide event. It is now multi-million dollar nonprofit. Here is his story. - [Monetizing your Nonprofit - from the WholeWhale Podcast](https://nonprofitally.com/monetizing-your-nonprofit-from-the-wholewhale-podcast/) - Relying on grants and donations can only get you so far. And it is not a recommended business plan. Nonprofits are businesses. And you need to make money, here's how. - [NPA 039: How to Run a Successful Giving Tuesday Fundraiser](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-run-a-successful-giving-tuesday-fundraiser/) - Giving Tuesday is a great way to raise money for your nonprofit. Kait Sheridan, from givingtuesday.org, talks about running a successful Giving Tuesday fundraiser. - [How to Keep Holiday Volunteers Coming Back](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-keep-holiday-volunteers-coming-back/) - Nonprofits see a significant spike in volunteers during the holiday season. Wouldn't it be great if you could keep those volunteers year round? Here's how. - [NPA 038: Create Crowdfunding Content that Converts Visitors to Donors](https://nonprofitally.com/write-crowdfunding-content-that-converts/) - Getting people to your crowdfunding page is difficult. Getting them to donate is even harder. Learn how to create content that converts visitors to donors. - [NPA 036 - Reaching your Millennial Audience](https://nonprofitally.com/reaching-your-millennial-audience/) - What people read, how they read and where they read has changed drastically. Learn how to communicate with your audience, with effective and engaging content. - [NPA 035 - Stop the Bake Sale. Fundraise More Money - Easier](https://nonprofitally.com/stop-the-bake-sale-fundraise-more-money-easier/) - A bake sale is a short term fundraiser that raises little money and no long term donors. Here is a way to raise more money, in less time AND gain recurring donors. - [NPA 033: Solving the Mystery of SEO so You can get Found in Google](https://nonprofitally.com/solving-the-mystery-of-seo-get-found-in-google/) - Getting found on Google can seem confusing. But there are some basic steps you can take to help you "get ranked" on Google. Shae Baxter teaches how to rank in Google. - [NPA 032: 14 Grassroot Marketing Tips for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/14-grassroot-marketing-tips-for-nonprofits/) - There are a lot of ways to bring awareness to the community about your Nonprofit. Here are some simple (and free) ways to spread the word about you nonprofit. - [NPA 031: Make Success a Habit - Set Goals the SMART Way](https://nonprofitally.com/make-success-a-habit-set-smart-goals/) - The key to reaching your goals is to develop a routine that helps you accomplish the tasks that lead towards your goal. Chunking you goal into task leads to success. - [Increase Charitable Giving with ONE Simple Step](https://nonprofitally.com/increase-charitable-giving-with-one-simple-step/) - Do you want to increase donations to your nonprofit? In this article we will reveal the proven method to getting more donations. Are you ready for the secret? - [NPA 030: How to Start a Crowdfunding Campaign for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-start-a-crowdfunding-campaign/) - Crowdfunding is a great way fundraise for your nonprofit. But raising money takes preparation. Here is the best way to launch a successful crowdfunding campaign. - [Fundraise with Fundly Crowdfunding](https://nonprofitally.com/fundraise-with-fundly-crowdfunding/) - Get an overview of how to fundraise for your nonprofit using Fundly Crowdfunding. This review include screenshot and a video tour of the Fundly Crowdfunding dashboard. - [NPA 007: Preparing to Fundraise with Crowdfunding](https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-fundraise-crowdfunding/) - Learn the steps you should take when planning to launch a crowdfunding campaign using Fundly, Fundrazr or Kickstarter. Fundraising tips to help you raise money. - [Crowdfunding - A Strategic Fundraising Plan for Nonprofits](https://nonprofitally.com/crowdfunding-strategic-fundraising-nonprofits/) - Crowdfunding is a great way to fundraise for your nonprofit. A successful fundraising campaign has a marketing plan and content that helps tell your story. - [NPA 029: Decide, Deciding, Decided - The Division of Decision](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-make-better-decisions/) - Here is how to make better use of your resources by making better use of your decision making process. Hint: Your decision to read this will make a difference. - [NPA 028: How to Market to your Target Audience](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-market-to-your-target-audience/) - If you publish a blog, post to Facebook, make videos or publish a newsletter then you are a Communications Manager. Here is how to bring people to your content. - [NPA 027: Create a Nonprofit Budget like Rembrandt](https://nonprofitally.com/create-a-nonprofit-budget/) - Making a budget is often a best guess than a best estimate. If you are in this position, don't panic... making a budget is can be easy. Just follow these steps. - [NPA 026: Stop Marketing like a Used Car Salesman](https://nonprofitally.com/stop-marketing-your-nonprofit-like-a-used-car/) - Marketing your Nonprofit isn't easy. But with a strategic plan and an editorial calendar, content production can be easy. Here are simple steps to get started. - [Are you Really Planning to Reach your Goals?](https://nonprofitally.com/setting-smart-goals-for-your-nonprofit/) - They say that "failing to plan is planning to fail". And without setting a goal, it is hard to make a plan. It's like going on a trip with no destination - no matter what route you take, you will get there - but it typically leads you nowhere. Many of us have plans, but - [Why Nobody Opens your Newsletters or Reads your Blog](https://nonprofitally.com/why-nobody-opens-your-newsletters-or-reads-your-blog/) - Learn how to create titles and images that get people to open your emails and read your blog post. Easily increase your open rate with these simple steps. - [NPA 024: Google Grants for Nonprofits - Get $10K in Free Adwords](https://nonprofitally.com/google-grants-for-nonprofits-get-free-adwords/) - Did you know that Google gives nonprofits grants for free Adwords? Google Grants gives nonprofits $10K in Adwords each month. Listen to this great podcast to learn more. - [NPA 023: Starting a Nonprofit as a Side Job - an Interview with Nick Loper from Side Hustle Nation](https://nonprofitally.com/start-a-nonprofit-as-a-side-job-nick-loper-side-hustle-nation/) - In this episode I talk with Nick Loper from Side Hustle Nation about starting a nonprofit as a second job. Great tips on starting a new nonprofit. - [Scheduling Meetings made Easy!](https://nonprofitally.com/scheduling-meetings-made-easy/) - If you ever tried scheduling a meeting via email than you likely have experienced a "reply all" overload. Here is a way to make meeting scheduling easy for everyone. - [How to File your Nonprofits Taxes (it’s easy and often free)](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-file-nonprofit-taxes-free/) - Filing your nonprofits taxes (form 990) can be done quickly, afford-ably and easily. Here are links to several websites to help you file your nonprofit tax return. - [NPA 021: Turning a Personal Loss into a Charity](https://nonprofitally.com/turning-a-personal-loss-into-a-charity/) - Kenan Irving lost his wife, Ashley, to stomach cancer. During her battle with cancer she kept a journal. This journal is now the foundation of a new charity. - [NPA 018: Approaching Corporations for Money](https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-approaching-corporations-for-money/) - Learn how to approach businesses and corporations for donations for your nonprofit. Carolyn Appleton shares her experiences helping nonprofits find funding from the business sector. - [Wrapping Up 2014 – A Review of Nonprofit Compliance](https://nonprofitally.com/wrapping-up-2014-a-review-of-nonprofit-compliance/) - Nonprofit organizations have a number of compliance activities to conduct at the end of the year, including at the IRS, state, local, and internal levels. - [NPA 019: Telling your Nonprofit Story with Video](https://nonprofitally.com/telling-your-nonprofit-story-with-video/) - Learn how to use video to tell the story of your nonprofit. Good storytelling helps you appear more personable and credible. It also helps you build relationships with your supports. - [Online Fundraising 101](https://nonprofitally.com/online-fundraising-101/) - Online Fundraising can help your nonprofit reach your fundraising goals. Before you raise money, be sure you are registered with your state, and others. Here are some tips. - [Are you Prepared to Fundraise? Five Fundamental Fundraising Tips](https://nonprofitally.com/are-you-prepared-to-fundraise-five-fundraising-tips/) - Starting a fundraiser takes time and preparation. Here are five tips to help your next fundraiser be more successful. Raise more money by planning, preparing and participating. - [The Importance of Fundraising Registration](https://nonprofitally.com/the-importance-of-fundraising-registration/) - Fundraising registration is required in 43 states. New and existing nonprofits should be compliant with state charitable solicitation requirements. - [When Looks Matter: How and Why to Develop a Style Guide](https://nonprofitally.com/when-looks-matter-how-and-why-to-develop-a-style-guide-2/) - When it comes to branding your organization having a style guide can keep your message consistent regardless of who is using your logo. Here are some important tips. - [NPA 017: You Can Get Your 501.c.3 Faster - But Then What?](https://nonprofitally.com/fast-easy-501-c-3-but-then-what/) - Getting your 501.c.3 just got faster, easier and cheaper. But then what? Learn what to do after you get 501.c.3 status. Getting your 501.c.3 is just the beginning. - [Get your 501c3 Fast - Tax Exempt Status Just Got “EZ"-ier](https://nonprofitally.com/get-your-501c3-fast-tax-exempt-in-weeks/) - Using IRS Form 1023-EZ, eligible nonprofits receive their determination letters in an average of two weeks. - [How to Pick the Best WordPress Theme for your Website](https://nonprofitally.com/how-to-pick-the-best-wordpress-theme-for-your-website/) - Learn how to pick the best WordPress theme for your website. It's easier then you think to find the right theme for your organization - if you now what to look for. - [NPA 015: Tips on How to Apply for 501.c.3 Tax Exempt Status](https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-how-to-apply-for-501c3-tax-exemption/) - Learn how to apply for 501.c.3 tax exempt status for your nonprofit. Join us for a 501.c.3 Q&A with nonprofit lawyer Tom Wrobel and learn how to fill out IRS form 1023. - [NPA 013: Planning an Event for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-planning-a-nonprofit-event/) - Many nonprofits host events each year. It may be a simple member meeting or a more complex multi-day music festival. In either case, a successful event entails, planning, coordinating, outreach and management. - [NPA 001: Creating a Nonprofit Coalition & Building Relationships](https://nonprofitally.com/nonprofit-coalition-building-podcast/) - Learn how to start a nonprofit coalition and build relationships with other nonprofit organizations. Interview with Climate Plan Diretor Autumn Bernstein. - [NPA 002: Reaching Out to a New Community and Becoming a Foreign Entity](https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-great-bear-foundation/) - Nonprofit Ally podcast with Great Bear Foundation ED, Shannon Donahue. Learn about becoming a nonprofit foreign entity and reaching out to a new community. - [NPA 003: Developing Your Board of Directors](https://nonprofitally.com/nonprofit-board-development-podcast/) - Learn about nonprofit board development and strategic planning. Topics include: Board Development, Recruitment, Member Responsibilities and Strategic Planning. - [NPA 012: Using Social Media for Storytelling](https://nonprofitally.com/social-media-storytelling/) - Learn how to prepare a social marketing campaign that helps tell your story using social media. - [Five Easy Story Telling Ideas](https://nonprofitally.com/five-easy-story-telling-ideas/) - Here are some easy ways to tell your organizations story on Facebook, Youtube and Pinterest. You don't have to be a multimedia expert to produce effective stories. - [Where is my IRS Tax Exempt Application?](https://nonprofitally.com/where-is-my-irs-tax-exempt-application/) - Contact the IRS about the status of your tax exempt application. IRS website links, information on 501c3 application process and the IRS toll-free phone number. - [Social Media Strategy: Facebook Scheduled Post](https://nonprofitally.com/social-media-strategy-facebook-scheduled-post/) - Learn how to use the Facebook "Schedule Post" feature to set up your next social media campaign. Tips on creating content, campaign topics and timeline scheduling. - [Recent Updates to "Start a Nonprofit" Pages](https://nonprofitally.com/recent-updates-start-a-nonprofit/) - Nonprofit Ally has had three new resource pages for new nonprofits. These articles will help you organize your files, make a website and build a professional foundation. - [Facebook Engagement: It's Not About the "Like"](https://nonprofitally.com/facebook-engagement-tips/) - Facebook offers many ways to measure the engagement on your Facebook page. Knowing your PTAT and how to use it will help you increase engagement on your page. - [A Call to Action Can Motivate Supporters](https://nonprofitally.com/call-to-action/) - Here are some easy ways to get visitors to your nonprofit website to become members, donate and more. ## Pages - [Home](https://nonprofitally.com/) - Learn "how to start a nonprofit". This site shows you how to incorporate a nonprofit, set a budget, build a website, use social media and start fundraising, - [File Articles of Incorporation](https://nonprofitally.com/start-a-nonprofit/articles-of-incorporation/) - Learn how to write nonprofit Articles of Incorporation. This how-to includes sample articles of incorporation, 501.c.3 filing tips, and downloadable articles of incorporation templates. - [Choose a Name for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/start-a-nonprofit/choose-a-name/) - The first step in incorporating a nonprofit is picking the name for your organization. Here are some tips and helpful links to help you name your nonprofit. - [Crowdfunding A to Z](https://nonprofitally.com/crowdfunding-a-z/) - FREE DOWNLOAD CROWDFUNDING A TO Z Your complete guide to nonprofit fundraising. Complete step-by-step guide to running a successful crowdfunding campaign. Strategies to help you prepare your campaign, ready your volunteers and motivate your supporters. Added bonus: Free five-lesson crowdfunding email course. Special Offers & Invites: You will also recieve invites to join the premium - [Podcast Play List](https://nonprofitally.com/podcast-play-list/) - [Start a Nonprofit in South Dakota](https://nonprofitally.com/state-nonprofit-links/start-a-nonprofit-south-dakota/) - Learn how to start a non profit in South Dakota. An outline of the steps needed to take to incorporate your nonprofit in . 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Includes links to State agencies. - [Start a Nonprofit in Arizona](https://nonprofitally.com/state-nonprofit-links/start-a-nonprofit-arizona/) - Learn how to start a non profit in Arizona. An outline of the steps needed to take to incorporate your nonprofit in Arizona. Includes links to State agencies. - [Start a Nonprofit in Alaska](https://nonprofitally.com/state-nonprofit-links/start-a-nonprofit-alaska/) - Learn how to start a non profit in Alaska. An outline of the steps needed to incorporate your nonprofit in Alaska. Includes links to State agencies. - [Start a Nonprofit in Alabama](https://nonprofitally.com/state-nonprofit-links/start-a-nonprofit-alabama/) - Learn how to start a non profit in Alabama. An outline of the steps needed to incorporate your nonprofit in Alabama. Includes links to State agencies. - [Terms of Use](https://nonprofitally.com/terms-of-use/) - [syonterms] - [Bonus Facebook Photo Tip](https://nonprofitally.com/bonus-tip/) - Shock Them A shocking photo can be anything that makes someone STOP scrolling through their Facebook timeline. It doesn't have to be radical or grotesque. It just needs to be something out of the ordinary or something that is just plain striking. Keep in mind that what is shocking to some may not be shocking ## Courses - [Make your Nonprofit Website](https://nonprofitally.com/courses/make-your-nonprofit-website/) - Having a website should be one of the first things your do. Having an online presence will make it easier for people to learn about your organization, you'll look more professional and you'll even build the capacity of your organization. But the technical and/or financial hurdle of getting a website can intimidate even the most - [How to Brand your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/courses/how-to-brand-your-nonprofit/) - Let's face it, getting your organizations name and mission out to the public can be a challenge for any nonprofit. But before you go out and start a major outreach campaign, make sure you have a solid platform to build from. Here are the basic tools you need to have in place before you go - [How to Start a Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/courses/how-to-start-a-nonprofit/) - Want to learn how to start a nonprofit? This free course will show you the six steps you need to take to become a 501.3.c charitable nonprofit. ## Lessons - [File your Articles of Incorporation](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/file-your-articles-of-incorporation/) - Your articles of incorporation are one of your organizations guiding documents (along with your bylaws and policies). Within your articles you will be officially declaring your organizations name, location, purpose, initial directors and more. Articles of incorporation typically get filed with your state’s Secretary of State office. The general provisions that must be included in - [Final Tweaks and Tuning](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/final-tweaks-and-tuning/) - This is it folks… the last lesson. In this lesson we learn how to change the permalinks of our post and pages. We will also add a “contact” link to our menu. We also do some testing of the menu and links within the site. The theme documentation can be found at: themeisle.com/documentation-zerif-lite/ Is Your - [Get Domain, Hosting and WordPress](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/domain-hosting-wordpress/) - You are going to build a website for your nonprofit using WordPress. This site will include a DONATION PAGE (see lesson seven)! But first you need to get your domain name and hosting (a place to store your site online) and install WordPress. This first lesson will walk you through all three steps: Buy your - [Configure the WordPress Settings](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/wordpress-settings/) - Now that we have installed WordPress we need to adjust some of the default settings. This is a pretty simple process. Pay special attention to the “permalinks” section as this is important for SEO as well as keeping your site easy to navigate. Still need hosting? HostGator includes 1-click installation of WordPress. - [Install your Theme](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/install-your-theme/) - Once you have the WordPress settings (see lesson two) configured to your liking, it is time to install your theme. We are going to be using the Zerif (free) theme for WordPress. Just follow this lesson and I will walk you through installing and configuring your theme. The theme we are using is at: wordpress.org/themes/zerif-lite/ - [Customize your Theme](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/customize-your-theme/) - Now that your WordPress theme is installed it is time to start adding your content and customizing some of the theme settings. Be sure to have your content prepared (your mission statement, board member info, a banner photo for the top, etc.) I will walk you through all you need to do. This is a - [Configure the Theme Widgets](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/configure-the-widgets/) - Now it is time to start adding more content to your site. The Zerif theme that we installed (see lesson three) uses “widgets” that style your content to match the theme. This isn’t that technical, but it does involve some attention to detail. So, follow along closely as we make your Nonprofit Website. Get cool - [Set up your Latest News Page](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/set-up-your-latest-news-page/) - Most websites will have a “Latest News and Announcements” section. This can be used to post a blog, market your events, publish press releases, etc. Setting this up is a straight forward process. Just follow along - [Make your Donation Page](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/make-your-donation-page/) - If there is one thing that separates a nonprofit site from the rest, it is the donation page. Every nonprofit website needs a donation page. So, in this lesson we will install the “Seamless Donations” plugin for WordPress. This is a simple install and setup. You will have a real live donation page, ready for - [Adding Pages to the Menu](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/adding-pages-to-the-menu/) - So it’s time to put the finishing touches on your website. In this lesson we add a latest news page (which we installed in lesson six ). And then we add our donation page (which we made in lesson seven ) and the latest news page to our main menu at the top of the - [Install Sidebar Widgets](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/install-sidebar-widgets/) - Knowing how to install and use widgets will allow you to take you website to the next level. Widgets first need to be installed (typically as a WordPress plugin) and then added to your site. That sidebar you see… those are widgets. And that content on your front page… well much of that is controlled - [Set up you Email Address](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/set-up-you-email-address/) - Having an email address from hotmail, yahoo, aol or even gmail just looks unprofessional. Yet, many people have email addresses that are MyNonprofitName@hotmail.com. But it is pretty easy to do it right. Doing It Right In order to have a custom email, you need to have a domain name. Yes, domains are for websites, but - [Create an Email Signature](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/create-an-email-signature/) - A signature gives your organization (and you) that extra touch of professionalism. Your email signature should include: your name, your position, your website URL and your phone number. You can also include your fax number, your facebook page, your twitter account, etc. Just don’t go overboard, a four to seven line signature is good. Example: - [Get a Business Card for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/get-a-business-card-for-your-nonprofit/) - A business card is an expectation your organization should meet. Handing someone a business card at the end of a meeting adds a touch of professionalism to the final moments of that meeting. Fumbling around for a scrap piece of paper to write down your phone number does not. Plus a business card helps you build capacity. - [Get a Letterhead for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/get-a-letterhead-for-your-nonprofit/) - If you write letters then you should have a letterhead. If you have a logo and know the font(s) used in it, then making a letter head should be pretty simple. Just set up a "header" in a word document and put your logo image in it. Then add your nonprofit name, tag line, address, - [Get your Social Media Profiles](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/get-your-social-media-profiles/) - Whether or not you are planning to use Facebook, YouTube or Twitter it is a good idea to sign your organizationup for an account with these social media sites to secure your "vanity name". A vanity name is when you get your organizations’ name in the actual URL of your social media profile (eg. www.facebook.com/nonprofitally) - [Get a Website](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/get-a-website/) - This should actually be one of the first things you do. A website that has your information on it is invaluable. You can put your mission, your contact information, your forms, your board meetings, your volunteer calendar, your donation page, your staff information and so much more online. A professional looking website is easy to - [Get a Logo](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/get-a-logo/) - The number of new nonprofits that get created each year keeps rising. Separating your organization from the rest is an important part of establishing yourself in your community. No matter what your mission is, it will have more impact if it is branded with a recognizable logo. Some Tips & Resources Type in "free logo" - [A Final Thought](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/final-thought/) - The sooner you can get these tools in place, the sooner you will be giving a professional first impression to everyone you meet. These foundation building tips also go a long way toward building capacity. How? Well, it is simple. If someone has a question about your organization, they can find it on your website. - [Choose a Name for your Nonprofit](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/choose-a-name-for-your-nonprofit/) - Note: if you already have a name for your nonprofit, then skip down to Final Checks at the bottom of this page. Then move on to: Step Two – Filing your Articles of Incorporation. You have probably spent a lot of time thinking about your new nonprofit. You have envisioned the services (or products) you - [Write your Nonprofit Bylaws](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/write-your-nonprofit-bylaws/) - Your nonprofit’s Bylaws are your organizations internal affairs guidebook. Your Bylaws establish procedures for holding elections, organizing meetings, quorum requirements, membership structure (if needed) and other essential operations of your nonprofit. Your Bylaws will serve as your organizational manual and will help guide you through the orderly operation of your corporation. Bylaws are not that - [Hold your First Meeting](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/hold-your-first-meeting/) - If you are this far along in your incorporating process the chances are you have already had a few meetings. But now that you are incorporated, it is time for your first “official” meeting. There are several things you need to accomplish during this meeting. Some of them are required by your state and others - [Create Your Nonprofit Corporate Binder](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/create-your-nonprofit-corporate-binder/) - Creating a corporate binder for your nonprofit is an important part of maintaining your organization. It is relatively easy to set up your corporate binder, but it requires regular and meticulous updating. What is it? Your corporate binder is where you keep a physical copy of all your corporate records and proceedings. It is a record - [Get your Federal 501.c.3 Tax Exempt Status](https://nonprofitally.com/lessons/get-your-federal-501-c-3-tax-exempt-status/) - The video below is an overview of the 501.c.3 nonprofit application process. If you are in the process of forming a nonprofit, this video will give you a good idea of what’s ahead. To become a tax exempt nonprofit you need to get your 501.c.3 status. To do this you must submit Form 1023 to ## Quizzes - [I bet you know more than you think...](https://nonprofitally.com/quizzes/lesson-three-quiz/) ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://nonprofitally.com/uncategorized/) - [Story Telling](https://nonprofitally.com/story-telling/) - Nonprofit story telling is an important way to get your message out about your organization. Story telling can help raise awareness about your nonprofit as well as help you raise money. - [Social Media](https://nonprofitally.com/social-media/) - Learn how to make a social media strategic plan for your nonprofit. 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