Advocacy Tips & Resources

Cheering on your advocates

As a former cheerleader, I fully understand the power of a good pep rally. However, using a shoulder stand and a “be aggressive” cheer to get your supporters involved might not be the best solution for your nonprofit. The success of your mission depends on the funding, volunteering and general support from your base. How… Read more

Working with cross-sector leadership

The Technology for Change blog is happy to announce our new contributor, Hugo Narumiya. Hugo started as a marketing intern in February, and will write blog posts occasionally during his internship. Since I came to the thedatabank as a marketing intern, I am learning everyday from our team members about the dynamics of how the… Read more

The campaign way of life

When I got my first real job working as a Field Organizer on a political campaign, I had an image of myself in a pencil skirt and a smile the size of Texas. It was election night, and the candidate I was working for had won! I was shaking hands. I was victorious. The reality… Read more

Organize yourself to success: Tips for getting started in your nonprofit career

Whether working in politics or for a non-profit, things can get pretty chaotic. I know this only too well from my prior job, working as a field organizer for the DFL. Between the ebb and flow of volunteers, managing materials and putting together reports, things can get pretty overwhelming when working on a project for… Read more

The 2013 legislative session is here – are you ready?

With the holidays in everyone’s rear view mirror and the new year underway, it’s also the start of the 2013 Legislative Session. Gearing up for the legislative session may consume your mind for many months leading up to it, but it’s easy to forget that your supporters may not be as tuned in as you… Read more