Content marketing is about creating and sharing information (videos, images, infographics, newsletters, white papers, etc.) in order to attract and engage with your prospects and constituents. Nine out of 10 organizations use content marketing, while marketers, on average, spend over a quarter of their marketing budgets on it.
Why? Because content marketing is effective.
- It expands your donor base beyond local boundaries. You’re not limited to connecting with just those in your community.
- It can be less expensive than other forms of marketing. It doesn’t typically require extensive graphic design, and anyone associated with your organization (employees, board members, volunteers, etc.) can contribute.
- It can be repurposed. For example, white papers and blog posts can be adapted to grants, applications and annual reports.
- It helps establish you as a thought leader. Just like in the business world, the nonprofit organizations with the most intellectual authority generally attract the most followers.
Still wondering how this applies to your nonprofit? These five tips can help you determine what type of content would be most valuable for you to share on both social media and your website.
- Have a purpose. Everything that your nonprofit posts on social networks should come with a reason. Whether it’s a picture of a kitten or a video of an event, always have a reason for posting it.
- Create unique content that sets your nonprofit apart. Don’t just share content from other people—create your own. Engaging videos, interesting infographics and memorable images can help share the story of your nonprofit, plus you can stamp your brand on them.
For the rest of the tips, check out the full article on Firespring.org>>
