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Why December Matters: The Year End Giving Surge
As the year comes to a close, nonprofits enter the most crucial fundraising period of the entire calendar. December alone accounts for a significant portion of annual giving across the sector. Nearly one third of all yearly donations typically arrive during this month, and a large percentage of that comes in the final week. Many organizations depend on this window to meet budgets, secure program funding, and set the tone for the year ahead. Donors feel more generous during th
This Is How AI Can Help Grow Your Mission in 2026
Artificial intelligence is becoming one of the most transformative tools available to nonprofits. In 2026, organizations of all sizes are discovering that AI can help them expand programs, reach more people, and free up critical staff time. While AI cannot replace the human heart behind nonprofit work, it can increase the reach and efficiency of your mission in ways that were not possible even a few years ago.
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Why Funders Care About Your Social Media in 2026
Grant-making has changed, and so has the way funders evaluate nonprofits. In 2026, funders want more than formal proposals, reports, and budgets. They want a fuller picture of how organizations operate, communicate, and connect with their communities. Social media has become one of the clearest ways for funders to observe this in real time.
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The Importance of a Good Social Media Strategy for Your Nonprofit
A strong social media strategy is now one of the most important tools a nonprofit can use to communicate its mission and grow its impact. Donors, volunteers, partners, and community members expect real stories, consistent updates, and a clear sense of momentum. They want to see that your organization is active, transparent, and creating measurable change.
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How to Create a Winning Social Content Strategy for Your Nonprofit in 2026
Social media changes quickly, but the way nonprofits use social platforms is changing even more. Audiences are now expecting more authenticity, consistent updates, meaningful stories, and content that feels personalized rather than basic. At the same time, nonprofit teams face limited staff time, shifting donor behaviors, and diminishing budgets. That means building a strong social content strategy in 2026 is a requirement for staying sustainably visible and engaged in our mo
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8 Non-Boring Ways to Recap Your Year on Social (That Don’t Require a Full-Time Comms Team)
Year-end is the perfect time to reflect, celebrate, and reconnect with your audience. But recapping your nonprofit’s year doesn’t have to mean a 10-minute video or a long report no one reads. A good year-end post reminds people why your work matters—and invites them to be part of what’s next. Here are 8 simple, scroll-stopping ways to recap your year on social, from easy to more creative. Pick one or try a few. Whatever fits your time, tone, and team. 1. The Single Power Post
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The 12 Days of Social: A Year-End Guide for Nonprofits Who Want to Show Up Without Burning Out
It’s the end of the year. Your inbox is full. Your to-do list is long. And social media might feel like the very last thing worth your energy. But here’s why it’s worth it. December is the biggest giving month of the year. In fact, over 30% of annual giving happens in December alone, and 10% of that happens in the last three days of the year (Network for Good). And while email and direct asks are essential, social media is where trust is built. It’s where donors scroll betwe
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Why Social Media Still Matters for Nonprofits (More Than Ever)
If you’re a nonprofit leader, there’s a good chance your relationship with social media is complicated. Maybe you’re posting inconsistently. Maybe your engagement is flat. Maybe you're wondering if it's even worth it anymore. But here’s the truth: social media isn’t optional. It’s essential. It’s not just about likes or followers. It’s about visibility, trust, connection, and ultimately, impact. Social media isn’t just a tool. It’s a lifeline. Nonprofits are built on relation
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Why December Matters: The Year End Giving Surge
As the year comes to a close, nonprofits enter the most crucial fundraising period of the entire calendar. December alone accounts for a significant portion of annual giving across the sector. Nearly one third of all yearly donations typically arrive during this month, and a large percentage of that comes in the final week. Many organizations depend on this window to meet budgets, secure program funding, and set the tone for the year ahead. Donors feel more generous during th
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If You’re Not Posting Consistently, You’re Invisible: Why Nonprofits Need a Social Media Rhythm
You could have the most incredible impact story in the world. But if you’re not sharing it regularly, it’s as good as hidden. Nonprofits thrive on relationships. Whether it’s with donors, volunteers, or community partners, those relationships are built over time. And right now, most of that time is spent online. If you only show up on social media when you’re in fundraising mode, you’re not building a relationship. You’re making a cold call. And cold calls are hard to close.
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Getting Started with AI-Powered Grant Proposal Writing and Analytics
For many nonprofit teams, grant writing and reporting are essential but resource-intensive tasks. With staff stretched thin and funding competition increasing, more organizations are turning to AI to save time, uncover opportunities, and make data-driven decisions. Why Nonprofits Are Turning to AI Faster Research: AI can sift through thousands of potential funders in seconds, narrowing to those most aligned with your mission. Smarter Drafting: From needs statements to budge
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Feedback That Works: How to Nail Your Nonprofit’s Social Media Style Faster
You’re juggling donors, board reports, program updates, and maybe three different calendars. When it’s finally time to review your next batch of social media content, the last thing you want is a back-and-forth that eats up another afternoon. We get it. You’re not here to play email tag. You’re here to move your mission forward. So let’s make this easy. Giving feedback on social media posts shouldn’t feel like another to-do. But when it’s too vague or too brief, we risk missi
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Bring Your Own Grant: Turn Every Opportunity Into Funding
Every nonprofit leader knows the feeling. You stumble upon a grant that feels perfect for your mission. The funding aligns, the deadline is close but doable, and for a moment, excitement bubbles up. But then reality hits: no time to write it, no capacity to research it, and no bandwidth to start from scratch. At Vee, we have heard that story countless times. And we built Bring Your Own Grant (BYOG) to change it. BYOG empowers your team to take control of every opportunity, ev
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10 Social Media Content Ideas Nonprofits Can Use All Year Long (Without Burning Out)
Social media can feel like a full-time job for nonprofit teams who are already wearing a dozen hats. Between fundraising, programs, reporting, and daily operations, consistently showing up online can feel overwhelming. But here’s the truth: social media doesn’t have to drain your time or creativity. With the right strategy and a few evergreen ideas, your nonprofit can stay active, grow engagement, and strengthen your community presence all year long—without burning out. Here
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How NJ SOS Vets Is Lifting Veterans Out of Crisis and Why Time-Saving Tools Like Vee Matter
When you speak with Ariel Jacob Luna, one thing becomes immediately clear: his devotion to veterans extends far beyond a job description. A U.S. Army veteran himself (2000–2006), Ariel leads NJ SOS Vets, an organization dedicated to supporting veterans across New Jersey with emergency assistance, community networking, and life-changing resources. We sat down with Ariel to talk about his mission, the realities of running a nonprofit, and why solutions like Vee have become es
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Giving Tuesday 2025: Top Tips From Your AI Teammates, Maggie & Grant
Make this your easiest and most impactful Giving Tuesday yet. Giving Tuesday is one of the biggest days of the year for nonprofits. It’s exciting, inspiring… and let’s be honest, a little overwhelming. You’re juggling fundraising, social media, donor outreach, year-end reporting, programming, and everything else that keeps your organization running day to day. That’s exactly why we built Vee. To give you the teammates you wish you had, without adding to your staff. This year,
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How to Write a Program Outline That Makes Grant Writing So Much Easier
If you’ve ever sat in front of a grant application wondering how to explain your program clearly, you’re not alone. Most nonprofit leaders don’t struggle because they don’t have the impact, they struggle because all that impact lives in their heads or scattered across emails, meeting notes, and staff conversations. That’s where a solid program outline becomes a game-changer. A program outline is not something you submit. It’s your internal playbook. It captures everything a
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