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11 reasons to outsource to a professional nonprofit copywriter
by Marlene Oliveira | Aug 18, 2015 | Working with writers
When is the right time to outsource your nonprofit copywriting projects? How can a nonprofit organization expect to benefit from outsourcing to a professional copywriter? Here are 11 reasons to outsource to a professional copywriter
Nonprofits: let’s put a final end to the pdf newsletter
by Marlene Oliveira | Aug 5, 2015 | Editorial planning
Does your nonprofit still send your newsletter as a pdf attached to an email? If you ditched PDF newsletters long ago, this question might seem ridiculous, but some nonprofits are still sending pdf newsletters, and that’s a problem. Sending PDF newsletters, wastes resources, time and opportunities to improve and fine tune your electronic communications.
Happy 20th Anniversary Charity Village!
by Marlene Oliveira | Jul 17, 2015 | Uncategorized
Happy 20th anniversary to Charity Village! I'm thrilled to join in the celebrations and share my wishes - along with my answers to a few #Village20 celebration questions - in this video message!
Boost the credibility of your nonprofit’s copy with belief builders
by Marlene Oliveira | Jul 8, 2015 | Nonprofit copywriting how-to
Your nonprofit copywriting communicates the importance of your mission and how your organization is making a difference. It showcases your work and asks readers to take a step to support you.
But why should your readers believe you? Are you leaving them to take your word for it, or are you including copy elements that prove your credibility? Include belief builders to demonstrate that your organization can be trusted, and that you are effectively providing solutions.
Apps for blogging on the go
by Marlene Oliveira | Jun 23, 2015 | Blogging
In the last few months, I’ve been fielding many questions about blogging and content marketing. One of the questions I received recently is, “What are some timesavers for creating content from mobile devices?" I work from a home office and like to do most of my...
Marketing persona templates: 10 options for nonprofit communicators
by Marlene Oliveira | May 27, 2015 | Blogging, Editorial planning, Nonprofit copywriting how-to
Are you in the habit of creating a marketing persona for your audience when planning a new communications initiative or nonprofit copywriting project? You should be. Every communicator should go through this exercise (also known as audience persona, buyer persona, customer profile, etc.) for big picture planning and specific tactic development.
Here are 10 marketing persona templates for you to choose from:





