I wanted to take a moment to share a few of my favorite free/low cost marketing and communications resources for nonprofits with you. Before I do that, I thought this would be a great opportunity to introduce myself to those that I have yet to meet. My name is Anthony Boarman and I am the newest staff member at GAR Foundation after joining the team in mid-June as the Strategic Communications Manager. Throughout the last few months, I have been spending time getting to know the Foundation, the work that our staff does, and most importantly, about the crucial efforts of our Akron-area nonprofits.
A bit about me:
- I spent the last 16 years of my career in the education field where I served in multiple educator, coach and marketing/communications roles.
- When I’m not working, I like to stay active by running, hiking, biking, and taking landscape photos.
- I am a hike assist volunteer with the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and have been a volunteer photographer for several local organizations.
- I serve on two local boards: Progress Through Preservation of Greater Akron and The Summit County Historical Society.
- I am married to my amazing wife Emily and have two daughters, Sadie (5) and Audrey (10 months).
- Most importantly, the love of my life is my shepherd-mix Ava (9).
One of my early goals has been finding ways that we can foster a supportive relationship with the organizations that we work with through messaging, sharing stories, and other creative ways. A really simple, but impactful way to assist you is by sharing useful resources that will help you make the most out of your time, skills, and overall organizational needs.
Below, you can find a selection of my favorite marketing and communication resources for nonprofits. If you're already using these tools and have any questions about them, don't hesitate to reach out to me at [email protected]; I'd be happy to assist you! Additionally, if you could spare a minute to complete the survey below, I'd appreciate learning more about the types of resource topics your organization is interested in.
I look forward to collaborating with you in the future!
Anthony Boarman
Strategic Communications Manager
GAR Foundation
My Five Favorites
These five free or low-cost resources will assist in simplifying your nonprofit's marketing and communications needs with easy-to-use tools that will help to make you more efficient while creating a cohesive and recognizable brand.
1. Canva for Nonprofits // Design & Presentations
As a nonprofit, you know the importance – and challenges – of spreading the word and managing a cohesive brand across all online platforms. With Canva's FREE Canva Pro program for nonprofits, you get access to premium design tools to help you create impactful marketing and campaign materials.
2. TRIAD's Design4Good Program // Creative Services
TRIAD has always believed in providing pro bono services to organizations that serve their community, contributing free creative services to nonprofit groups that make a difference. The deadline for considerations is November 30, 2023.
3. Google Workspace for Nonprofits // Productivity & Collaboration
Google Workspace for Nonprofits helps your organization collaborate more effectively with smart, secure business apps so you can focus on what matters. Through Google for Nonprofits, eligible organizations get access to Google Workspace offers at discounted rates.
4. Nonprofit Learning Lab Webinars // Traning
Nonprofit Learning Lab is a national nonprofit that connects and supports individuals seeking to lead in the nonprofit sector. Their low-cost trainings work to sharpen skills in socia media, marketing, and communications, especially for organizations where individuals are serving in dual roles.
5. Buffer // Social Media Management
Buffer is a social media management tool that lets you create and schedule content when you have time and then posts it on your behalf according to the schedule you set. In this way, Buffers allows you to manage all of your accounts in one place, saving time. Nonprofits receive a 50% discount on all of their offered services.
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