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Using Psychology in Nonprofit Marketing

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

My college journey went on to start with a major in sociology – the study of human social behavior, a natural fit for someone intrigued by the mind and social society. As nonprofit marketers, we are constantly using the laws of psychology and sociology, sometimes without even realizing it. Take storytelling, for instance.

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Is There An Inequality Tipping Point for Nonprofits?

Blue Avocado

But as climate change is manmade, it may have not just ecological but also sociological tipping points. Even those who remain insulated from the harsh climatological effects will not be immune from the psychological effects of watching this catastrophe unfold. At what point does despair become inescapable?

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How to Lower the ‘Cost’ of Philanthropy So Your Supporters Donate Major Gifts of Assets

iMarketSmart

In fundraising, a gift results when motivation overcomes cost. In fundraising, numbers can be a problem. Cost is critical for effective fundraising. In fundraising, motivation is what the donor wants. This makes for a compelling fundraising story. Fundraising story should answer. Increasing motivation helps.

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3 Powerful Virtual Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

3 Powerful Virtual Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits. Are you looking to boost your Nonprofit’s Fundraising? Check out these 3 powerful virtual fundraising ideas and how you can get started. Commonly given as grants for scientific or sociological research, free-of-charge in most cases. More than 1.5 Target financing.

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Digital Friendships

The Agitator

Here, from Stephen Baker at Business Week, is a superb article on the psychology, sociology and anthropology of "digital friendships" — you know, all those online relationships you have on Twitter, Facebook, MySpace, LinkedIn, etc, etc. I liked this passage: "Now we’re swimming in information.

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From Lucy to Leadership, Part 1: We Are All Africans

Fundraising Leadership

Didn’t we invent psychology, sociology, and anthropology because we are obsessed with understanding who we are and why we behave as we do? Issue 251 — February 5, 2024 What is more fascinating to us humans than ourselves? Don’t we check how we look when we pass a mirror? Come on, admit it.