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Branding Is More Than the Colors and Look of Your Logo
It’s About Your Story, Your Purpose, and Your Mission.
ESG vs CSR: What’s the Difference?
We explain the meaning behind two commonly used - but often confused - acronyms in the sustainability sector.
Interacting With Your Community: What To Do (and Not To Do) as a Non-Profit on Social Media
Your community is the backbone of your efforts as a non-profit. Here's how to foster a welcoming and collaborative space on social media for everyone.
The Collapse of Foreign Aid, and Finding Resilience in Communities
Drastic governmental cuts over the next three years will slash foreign aid by tens of billions of dollars. Where can we go from here?
Choosing the Right Social Media Tool for Your Non-Profit: A Guide to Maximising Impact
With so many powerful social media management platforms out there, how do you choose which one is best for your non-profit? Here's a guide.
The Art of Storytelling for Non-Profits: A Strategic Guide to Inspire, Engage and Drive Change
Storytelling isn't just essentially human: it's also a highly effective way to emotionally engage an audience, making it perfect for non-profits.
Social Media Policy for Non-Profits: Best Practices, Templates, and Guidelines for Success
Navigating social media can be tough, especially for non-profits where image is everything. Here's how to develop a social media policy to guide you.
Social Media Content Ideas for Non-Profits: 10 Ways to Boost Engagement and Growth
Drawing a blank? If you need fresh ideas to drive audience engagement, here are 10 content ideas to try.
How Thinking Like a Social Enterprise Can Drive Profit and Purpose
When it comes to business, profit isn't everything. By thinking like a social enterprise, you can unlock new avenues that help any venture flourish.
Social Media for Non-profits: The Ultimate Guide
Everything you ever wanted to know about using social media effectively as a non-profit.
AI for Non-Profits: Drawbacks, Tips, and Best Practices
As AI technology matures, it presents an incredible opportunity for non-profits looking to save resources. But there are some things to watch out for.
How to Increase Donations on Social Media: A Guide for Non-Profits
In difficult times, non-profits need to use social media to convert an audience into enthusiastic donors. Here's how.
Empowering Change: Bringing Women Back to Work
Empowering women to re-enter the workforce with tailored training, mentorship, and job opportunities, driving diversity and innovation in workplaces.
Top Social Media Platforms Non-Profits Should Leverage in 2025
In 2024, social media is more than a tool—it’s a lifeline for non-profits aiming to connect with donors, inspire volunteers, and amplify their impact.
Harnessing the Power of Facebook Groups for Non-Profits
Facebook Groups allow people with shared interests to interact, collaborate, and engage in a more personal setting than traditional social media pages
Should We Switch to Bluesky. The New Non-Profit Social Media Landscape
Bluesky has recently exploded in popularity as an alternative to Elon Musk's X. But is it right for your non-profit's social media? Should you switch?
Choosing the Right Visuals for your Non-Profit Social Media Accounts
Social media is saturated with content, vying for audience attention. Using the right images is essential - this guide will show you how to choose!
How Can I Tell a Story That Resonates. Social Media Storytelling for Non-profits
For non-profits on social media, storytelling is the most compelling and effective way of getting your message across. Here's how to do it.
Time-Saving Tools for Digital Marketing: A Guide for Non-Profits
Struggling to keep on top of your social media and digital marketing? We've collected a bunch of amazing tools to help you do much more with less.
How To Increase Your Social Media Audience as a Non-Profit
For non-profits, a bigger social media audience means more opportunities to make a lasting impact. But what's the best way to get more followers?
How to Turn Volunteering and Fundraising into Social Media Gold
Stuck for social media ideas? You might not know that many of your best stories have already been written! Here's how to do good and talk about it.
The Future of Social Media for Non-Profits: Trends and Best Practices for 2024 and Beyond
We analyse Hootsuite's report to discover what it means for non-profits on social media, and how they can use it to maximise their reach.
Social Media Strategy for Non-Profits: Where Do I Start
If you're short on time or resources and don't know how to develop a winning social media strategy, this guide will get you started.
How to Really Use Social Media as a Non-Profit
Social media is probably the most essential tool there is for non-profits in the 21st century. But do you know how to use it properly?
How a Gift Card Program Can Boost a Non-Profit's Impact
Gift cards are an ideal way for non-profits to embrace next generation giving and find new fundraising streams. Here's why!
The Advantages of an All-in-One Platform for Non-Profits: A Closer Look at Copalana
There are huge benefits to nonprofits for choosing an all-in-one platform to boost their impact. We take a look at how Copalana can be that platform.
How to Create Champions for Your Cause: A Guide for Non-Profits
A good champion can raise your NPO's visibility and create new opportunities for funding and growth. Don't wait for them to come to you, though!
Maximising Your Non-Profit’s Impact with Limited Resources
When times are tight at a non-profit, their results often suffer. But does it have to be that way? Here's how to make the best of limited resources.
Building a Winning Portfolio of CSR Non-Profit Partners
Choosing the right non-profit partners is key to an effective and rewarding CSR program. Find out how a business of any size can achieve this.
CSR for Smaller Companies: How to Succeed and What to Avoid
For smaller companies, a rewarding CSR program will need a different approach to the norm. Here's how to make sure you're on the right track.
Crafting a Compelling Crowdfunding Appeal
If you want your fundraiser to be a success, the first thing you need is to draw in potential donors. Here's how.
Donor Fatigue: Understanding and Mitigating the Challenge
Could donor fatigue be the reason your non-profit is struggling with resources? We take a deep dive into how to recognise and combat the issue.
IAS Kenya - Transforming Lives and Building Resilience
How one African NGO is seeing incredible success with community-oriented solutions and a focus on resilience.
How to Enhance Employee Engagement Through CSR Initiatives
CSR initiatives are a proven and highly successful way to boost employee engagement. But what initiatives should you run, and how?
How to Find and Choose the Right Volunteer for Your Non-Profit
Skilled volunteers can make a huge impact on your non-profit's work. Here's the essential guide to choosing the right one.
How to Get Your Crowdfunding Campaign Noticed on Copalana
Crowdfunding can be a potent tool for nonprofits. But what's the best way to get your fundraiser noticed? Here are some tips to get started.
Local Community, Global Impact: Big Reasons Why SMEs Should Support Grassroots Non-profits
Why invest in local non-profits when there seem to be so many bigger problems in the world? We explore the benefits for both SMEs and the globe.
Building Corporate Partnerships: A Guide for Nonprofits
What benefits could a corporate partnership bring your nonprofit? We explain the hows and whys of building a successful - and fruitful - relationship.
Creating a Volunteer Program That Truly Inspires Employees
An inspiring volunteer program not only excites employees, but foster a better, more productive workplace. Here's how to create your own as a company.
Where to Now: Finding Your Purpose Through Volunteering
The current state of the world is causing many to lose hope. But there's a way to find purpose and a brighter future.
NPO Spotlight: Fundación Mujeres en Igualdad / Fondo de Mujeres del Sur
Two NPOs with different approaches but the same goal: to fight for gender equality in Argentina.
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Swiss Help Ukraine x Migros Bank Hackathon: A Copalana Success Story
Working together to help deliver effective aid to the people of Ukraine.
We Can’t Have Gender Equality Without Abortion Rights
True gender equality is impossible unless women across the world have abortion rights and complete control of their body. This is why.
What Can One Person Do - The Environment
Every single person has the power to change the world. Here are some simple, everyday things you can do to help the environment.
Back to Nature: Can Rewilding Save the Environment
This relatively new approach to conservation could save the environment. But does it work?
NPO Spotlight: How Iracambi Is Saving Brazilian Rainforests
A multi-layered approach to conservation is paying off dividends for the Brazilian Atlantic Rainforest.
The Six Incredible Alternatives to Plastic Our Environment Needs Right Now
Plastic is wreaking incredible destruction on our environment and its inhabitants. These six innovative bioplastics could change all that.
Fundraising Through Sports: Why it Works and How To Do It
Sports fundraisers are one of the most effective ways to boost donations and get your charity drive over the line. Here's why!
The Ultimate Guide to Sustainable Gift-Giving
Giving gifts is a wonderful tradition, but it comes at a cost to the planet. Here's how to make your next gift better and more sustainable!
The HR Professional and Sustainability
A new opportunity for HR to make a critical difference?
Give the Gift of Giving With a Copalana Gift Card
Copalana gift cards are a wonderful way to give: not just to the people you care about, but also to help build a better world.
Volunteering: Why It’s Better to Give Your Skills than Just Time
Want your volunteering to make a real impact? Make sure you offer your skills, and not just time. Here's why!
Why Growing Your CSR Program is Key to Sustainable Business Growth
Discover how expanding your CSR program alongside your business drives sustainable growth, attracts talent, attracts talent, and engages customers.
One Man is Revolutionising Education in India
The 2020 Global Teacher Prize Winner is changing young lives with an innovative approach to learning.
How To Kickstart your CSR Program As A Small Business
Even small businesses can contribute to a better world. Here's how to get started.
The Innovative Health Program Saving African Lives
How the Living Goods Program has drastically reduced infant mortality in African villages.
Social Media for Non-Profits: Developing a Winning Strategy
The Art of Storytelling: A Social Media Guide for Non-Profits
