V3 Campaign launches "501v3 Blog"

Standing at the vanguard of the nonprofit world, Robert Egger and his V3 Campaign have just launched the 501v3 Blog to "make the voice of the nonprofit sector heard, its value realized, and its votes counted in EVERY election in America. The V3 Campaign asks candidates for office to provide details about their experience with and plans for strengthening the nonprofit sector. V3 then posts the replies here."

V3 Campaign launches "501v3 Blog"

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Follow up: Non-Profit Publicity

"Publicity for Nonprofits," by Sandra L. Beckwith

I recently blogged about Sandra Beckwith's book, "Publicity for Nonprofits. The author was kind (savvy?) enough to drop by and post this:

"Thanks so much for sharing these tips from my book! I also offer a free report with tips for generating publicity for a special event at http://www.nonprofitpublicity.com. Scroll to the bottom of the page and enter your name and e-mail address. You'll get an e-mail message with a link to the report."

7 tips for generating news coverage

Thanks to The NonProfit Times for citing Sandra L. Beckwith's book, Publicity for Nonprofits, in the recent blog:

7 tips for generating news coverage

Here is a brief outline of the advice:

1. Write and distribute a tip sheet.
   
2. Comment on national headline news. Media outlets are looking for a local angle on a national story in their area.
   
3. Tap into TV story lines.
   
4. Do a survey.
   
5. Create a list.
   
6. Take advantage of newsworthy seasons and holidays.
   
7. Host a contest or competition.

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