Chapter 31. Networking for good makes good sense

In addition to raising funds, nonprofits are finding that social networking pays off in terms of advocacy. Social networking sites reach a worldwide audience of millions on a daily basis. Through the right mix of strategic content (news, inspirational stories, video, and photos) and engagement (participatory activities and viral marketing), charities can create powerful campaigns on a limited budget that speak to the hearts of their supporters. Social networking for good is a win-win situation.

A quick tour of some of the many charities that are raising awareness through social networking clearly illustrates that there’s more than one way to use social networking as a viral marketing tool.

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