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advocacysoftware
3 Reasons to Buy Advocacy Software
A successful grassroots advocacy campaign involves multiple moving parts, but advocacy software can be a valuable addition to any legislative...
Jake Belvin
Dec 6, 2017
grassroots
4 Things Nonprofits Can Learn From Patagonia’s Activism
Nonprofits engaging in advocacy should look to Patagonia’s involvement in grassroots and political activism as a leading example of a civic-minded...
Cleo Dan
Nov 8, 2017
chamber of commerce
4 Ways a Chamber of Commerce Can Provide More Value To its Membership
A Chamber of Commerce offers many substantial perks to its members. We’ve broken down potential value propositions into 4 categories, including...
Corey Vaughn
Oct 16, 2017
membership
5 Ways Your Nonprofit Can Generate Non-Dues Revenue
Collecting non-dues revenue/ associations looking diversify their revenue stream should create other opportunities to collect non-dues revenue
Khalil Grant
Sep 27, 2017
Infographic: Digital Trends in Lobbying and Advocacy
It's important to understand trends in lobbying and advocacy in order to ensure that your organization - or your client organization - can make an...
Corey Vaughn
Aug 17, 2017
social media
How to Leverage Facebook to Promote Your Advocacy Campaign
Is Facebook still a viable social media channel for grassroots advocacy in 2020? See how you can best leverage it for your advocacy campaigns.
Corey Vaughn
May 9, 2017
civic engagement
Video: The First Steps to Growing Your Grassroots Advocacy Network
webinar: how to grow your grassroots advocacy webinar
Muster Staff
Apr 25, 2017
politicaladvocacy
Top Bill Tracking Software for Nonprofits
When used with Muster's advocacy software, legislative tracking tools can provide you with the tools to take a comprehensive approach to advocacy
Cleo Dan
Apr 6, 2017
advocacy
This method will change the way you write advocacy messaging
Advocacy campaign strategists and communications directors can draw lessons from this creative thought process to develop cohesive language...
Cleo Dan
Mar 23, 2017
advocacy
How to Write Compelling Language for an Advocacy Campaign
Writing compelling messaging for an advocacy campaign requires strategy. We've outlined the steps to take to ensure you create goal-oriented content.
Cleo Dan
Mar 2, 2017
These are the top trends that will change how political advocacy works in 2017
As 2017 unfolds, organizations and companies are speaking out on social issues and engaging various forms of advocacy. Here are 5 trends in advocacy
Cleo Dan
Feb 14, 2017
onlineadvocacy
5 Ways to Use Advocacy Software (That Isn't Creating Advocacy Campaigns)
Creative ways to use advocacy software that is not creating advocacy campaigns
Cleo Dan
Jan 12, 2017
associations
4 Things to Remember When Choosing Association Management Software (AMS)
Through our work with trade associations and nonprofit organizations, Muster has learned much about different association management software (AMS)
Jimmy Lenox
Dec 8, 2016
Tips for Association Leaders on Cultivating a Great Work Environment
We've compiled a few tips to help your association work towards cultivating a positive, inviting, and productive office environment for staff.
Cleo Dan
Nov 24, 2016
6 Factors Association Advocacy Has in Common with Political Campaigns
Here are 6 functions that both political campaigns and association political advocacy outreach share in common:
Cleo Dan
Nov 8, 2016
associations
4 Basic Ways to Clean Up Your Association Membership Contact List
Maintaining your association's membership list is often complicated. We outline 4 simple tips to help your association streamline contact list...
Cleo Dan
Oct 27, 2016
advocacysoftware
Is Digital Advocacy Right for Your 501(c)3 Organization?
A lot of 501(c)3 nonprofits think they can't participate in lobbying. Is that true though? Digital advocacy may be the answer for these...
Corey Vaughn
Oct 13, 2016
advocacy
4 Reasons Chambers of Commerce Should Adopt A Digital Advocacy Strategy
Digital advocacy gives a chamber of commerce the ability to impact policy and engage members. A digital advocacy strategy can protect chamber...
Corey Vaughn
Sep 29, 2016
politicaladvocacy
Association Advocacy in an Election Year
Associations have many opportunities to look after their membership’s interest in an election year. Here a few ways for 501(c)(6) groups to leverage...
Cleo Dan
Sep 13, 2016
advocacysoftware
3 Ways Grassroots Advocacy Software Can Strengthen Your Community
It can be difficult to get your community engaged especially when you need them the most. That’s where the wonders of grassroots advocacy software...
Corey Vaughn
Aug 26, 2016