Examining Nonprofit Strategy for Fundraising on a Social Media Platform

December 31, 2016

Nonprofits continually seek innovative ways to connect with donors. Giving online has changed dramatically in the last decade. While giving online has been accepted by donors as a legitimate tool for giving, the use of social media as a tool for fundraising has not yet become commonplace. The current study aims to fill the gap and provide a better understanding of the fundraising efforts made by nonprofits through Facebook page.

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United Philanthropy Forum is the largest network serving philanthropy in America. The Forum’s current membership consists of 60 regional and national philanthropy-serving organizations, representing more than 7,000 foundations and other philanthropies, that work to advance, inform and support philanthropy. With deep regional roots and a broad nationwide reach, the Forum unites a diverse network to lead change and increase impact in philanthropy.

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