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Feb 19, 2014
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Applications are now being taken for the 2015 Pick.Click.Give. program. Organizations can complete their applications by clicking here. The deadline for filing is Monday, March 31, 2014. All participating organizations must apply each year regardless of past participation. If you have not participated in Pick.Click.Give. in the past, a list of Frequently Asked Questions is available that will help you better understand the program and the application process. Click here for the FAQs. We also will conduct a webinar in the next few weeks which will help answer any questions you may have. Watch the Foraker blog for an announcement on that webinar…. Read more »

Jan 6, 2014
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It’s January, and at this very moment thousands of Alaskans are online filing for their next Permanent Fund Dividend check. In last month’s newsletter, Dennis provided a quick reminder for Pick.Click.Give., which included several steps to increase participation. In this article, he suggests a few more simple tactics to raise more money and increase donations to all participating nonprofits. Click here for more…. Read more »

Oct 29, 2013
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Do you want some tips for promoting your involvement with Pick.Click.Give.? The following classes cover a range of promotional activities. Sign up now for any or all the sessions. They’re free — but you do need to register. If you have questions, call PCG Program Manager Heather Beaty at 907-249-6616 or email her at hbeaty@pickclickgive.org. To register, just click on the title of the class that interests you. “How Does Pick.Click.Give. Work?” – Wednesday, Oct. 30, 11:00 am Is your nonprofit new to Pick.Click.Give.? Or are you new to your position as the lead on Pick.Click.Give. for your organization? This webinar will cover the basics of how Pick.Click.Give. works and what you can be doing now to make the most of this opportunity. Presented by: Heather Beaty, Pick.Click.Give. “Sharing Your… Read more »

Oct 23, 2013
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We appreciate the people who contributed to Foraker through Pick.Click.Give. this year. Thank you for your support of our work to strengthen Alaska nonprofits. We are pleased that PCG continues to grow each year. This year Alaskans gave 42,000 gifts totaling more than $2.4 million. This is an excellent way to develop a culture of philanthropy in our state. Thanks to everyone who gave. Foraker PCG donors are listed on our Vision Circle Partners webpage…. Read more »

Oct 18, 2013
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Pick.Click.Give. is shooting a video in Anchorage next week featuring real Alaskans. By real, we mean we are not using actors. The only qualifications are that you must love Alaska and be available to talk briefly about that in Anchorage (location TBD) on 10/25, 10/26, or 10/27. If you’re willing to be part of this project, please email a picture (one from your phone will do) and the dates you are available to: castingAK@thedeltree.com. Thanks so much for considering this request. Please feel free to forward this casting call to any Alaskans you think may be interested and available. If you have questions, contact Heather Beaty, Pick.Click.Give. Program Manager, 907-249-6616…. Read more »

Feb 12, 2013
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One of the most unique and successful efforts to increase individual giving in Alaska is Pick.Click.Give. In a few years, its success is evident. But we think that the long-term impacts will be far greater and it will take more time for its total impact to be fully understood and appreciated. Click here to ready more…. Read more »

Dec 14, 2012
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To help organizations participating in the 2013 Pick.Click.Give. campaign, we’re offering a series of training sessions designed to enhance their involvement. The next communications class will focus on strategies for media and public relations. Kathy Day of KD/PR Virtual will be available via webinar to share tips and answer questions. The session will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 19, at 3:30 pm. Click here to register. There is no charge for this class for PCG participants…. Read more »

Nov 4, 2012
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For those of you who are part of Pick.Click.Give., you will soon be able to better promote your organization to the thousands of Alaskans who are looking to connect with causes they care about. In mid-December, Pick.Click.Give. launches a new website that will allow for expanded organization profiles. You get to help create your profile by sharing information about who you are, what you do, and how PCG donations will make a difference to your mission. We will use this information to market the Pick.Click.Give. program to a broad, statewide audience. But we need your help by providing the following information: A description of your organization (up to 500 characters, including spaces) A story about what you are doing, or will do, with funds received from Pick.Click.Give. (up to 2,500… Read more »

Oct 8, 2012
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Pick.Click.Give. was highlighted today on Nonprofit Quarterly’s newswire under the headline “Pick. Click. Give. Exhibits Alaskan Generosity Even in Hard Times.” Click here to read the article…. Read more »

Oct 5, 2012
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The Foraker Group is offering a series of webinars to help nonprofits that are part of PCG 2013. Join your PCG peers for a series of conversations to make the most of your involvement in the program. Check out the opportunities. Pick.Click.Give. — Making the most of your participation — available on October 15 and November 14. Click here for more information and to register. Pick.Click.Give. — Communication series. Exchange ideas and suggestions about strategies and tactics for promoting your nonprofit through Pick.Click.Give. and ensure you are up to speed on this year’s marketing strategies. Each session will have a special focus, so consider joining them all. Click here for more information and to register. Pick.Click.Give. — Donor relationship series. Exchange ideas and suggestions about strategies and tactics for connecting… Read more »