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Volunteers are the worst...- Keynotes #73

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Issue #73

March 7th, 2024

πŸ—οΈ Welcome to Keynotes: Mastering Marketing for Nonprofits! πŸš€

Hello Reader! Key the Raccoon here!

Welcome back! This week we're debating whether or not you should have digital marketing volunteers, sharing a tool to simplify events and increase donations, and about a man who's run daily marathons to fundraise for childhood cancer.

πŸ“¬ Summary

This week, we're diving deep into these topics. 🌟

πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™‚οΈ One Challenge - Volunteer social media positions - a hassle or a help?
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πŸš€ One Tool - Streamline events with Eventbrite
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🌟 One Story - Running to end childhood cancer


πŸ” One Problem - Do any of you have a volunteer social media or digital media coordinator position?

Considering a volunteer social media or digital media coordinator for your nonprofit? This role can significantly impact your organization's online presence, driving engagement and awareness. However, it's important to weigh both the benefits and the challenges.

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Pros

  1. Cost-effective resource: Utilize passionate volunteers without straining your budget.
  2. Fresh perspectives: Volunteers often bring new ideas and energy.
  3. Increased online presence: More hands on deck means more content and engagement.

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Cons

  1. Training and oversight: Volunteers may require significant guidance and supervision.
  2. Inconsistency: Volunteer availability can lead to inconsistent posting and messaging.
  3. Brand risk: Improper use of social media can harm your nonprofit's reputation.

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Do you have experience working with marketing volunteers? Share your thoughts!

πŸ› οΈ One Tool

Each week, I share a shiny tool/resource that will help make your working efforts a breeze. Think of it as your secret gadget to nonprofit success.

Featured Tool of the Week: Eventbrite

'From ticketing and payments to marketing and fundraising, Eventbrite has all the tools you need to enhance online event registration, attendees' live experiences, and relationships with donors.'

Eventbrite for Nonprofits is here to take the stress out of your event planning. It's a friendly platform that helps you set up and manage your events, from small workshops to big fundraisers. It's super easy to use and helps in getting the word out to your supporters.

Plus, you can start with the basics for free, and if you like it, there's more to explore. Give it a whirl and see how it can make your next event a breeze!

πŸ… One Highlight

Team Key is excited to share Jon Nabbs' monumental journey, echoing the courageous spirit of Terry Fox, to conquer running across Canada for a cause close to his heart. With his relentless strides from St. John’s to Vancouver, over 300 days, he's run daily marathons, fundraising for childhood cancer, exceeding his initial $60,000 goal.

Nabbs' mission, fueled by the loving memory of his parents, reminds us of the impact of individual determination. His story is a testament to the belief that one person's resolve can indeed make a huge difference.

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It's time to wrap up this edition of Keynotes! We hope you loved hearing about these heartwarming stories and insights as much as we loved sharing them. As always, we'll be back next week with lots more goodies to share. If you have a marketing question on your mind, don't hesitate to reach out, maybe we'll answer it in the next edition!

See you next week! πŸš€

Trash panda salutes,

Key

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