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5 Tips for Sparking a Grassroots Movement Online
"'Social action' comes easy to those who understand the value of service, helping others and devoting themselves to making the world a better place despite challenges. The trick is turning that personal motivation into a widespread and impactful movement. Grassroots communities are a way to get actionable success even with limited budgets and resources." Click here to read the full post.

Let's Kill the Annual Appeal
"I think one of the most annoying concepts in fundraising is this thing called the 'Annual Appeal.' I know a lot of universities, hospitals and small non-profits use this strategy, but I gotta tell you, it drives me nuts! In fact, I wish we could kill the whole concept. Why? Because it’s the most anti-donor, uninspired concept in all of fundraising. And, hey … it’s a self-fulfilling prophecy." Click here to read the full post.