{"id":67,"date":"2024-02-12T17:11:39","date_gmt":"2024-02-12T17:11:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/?post_type=ht_kb&#038;p=67"},"modified":"2024-02-12T17:11:39","modified_gmt":"2024-02-12T17:11:39","slug":"what-are-updates","status":"publish","type":"ht_kb","link":"https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/help\/what-are-updates\/","title":{"rendered":"What are updates?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Creating fruitful relationships with funders is key to any good fundraising strategy. Posting updates on your funded projects and keeping in touch with your funder through the platform helps you do just that!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Project Updates?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Project updates are great ways to keep in touch with your funders and supporters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>They\u2019re quick and easy to post on ActionFunder and share to social media<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Funders are notified when you post so they\u2019ll definitely see your updates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Funders are more likely to work with you again if you keep them in the loop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Updates are a great way to build a track record which is key to attracting future funding<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When to post and what to include<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You\u2019ll&nbsp;need to post a quick update when you receive your funding \u2013 use this first update to&nbsp;say a big thanks to your funder for backing your work! Also&nbsp;keep them updated on when you\u2019ll get started with your project and what your plan of action will be.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before completion of your project, you\u2019ll need to post at least 1 more update \u2013 letting your funder know how the project is progressing, and, if it\u2019s up and running already, the impacts you\u2019re seeing so far.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It\u2019s great to include images and\/or videos of the project in action \u2013 this really helps bring it to life!&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use quotes from and, if possible, images of the project\u2019s beneficiaries to show the positive impact the project is having<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can also share how you feel about getting funded, impact updates, and photos of your team<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re after some inspiration, here are some brilliant examples from&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.actionfunder.org\/project\/8?projectUpdate=45\">Bridgend Eco-Bothy Build<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.actionfunder.org\/project\/125?projectUpdate=20\">Alive Dementia-Friendly Allotment<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to post an update<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/app.actionfunder.org\/dashboard\/group\">your ActionFunder account<\/a>, click on &#8216;manage&#8217; on the project you need to update<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"288\" src=\"https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/02\/1-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-80\" srcset=\"https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/02\/1-1.png 512w, https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/02\/1-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/02\/1-1-50x28.png 50w, https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/02\/1-1-60x34.png 60w, https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/02\/1-1-100x56.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2. Then click on &#8216;Post an update&#8217;.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"288\" src=\"https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/02\/2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-81\" srcset=\"https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/02\/2.png 512w, https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/02\/2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/02\/2-50x28.png 50w, https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/02\/2-60x34.png 60w, https:\/\/help.actionfunder.org\/non-profits\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/02\/2-100x56.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u00a03. You can then post a short update (up to 1,200 characters, including spaces) and attach an image or upload a video (using a YouTube link)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.actionfunder.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2.-post-a-short-update.png 512w, https:\/\/www.actionfunder.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2.-post-a-short-update-360x221.png 360w, https:\/\/www.actionfunder.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2.-post-a-short-update-240x148.png 240w, https:\/\/www.actionfunder.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2.-post-a-short-update-510x314.png 510w\" src=\"https:\/\/www.actionfunder.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2.-post-a-short-update.png\" alt=\"a screenshot of the update function in ActionFunder\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve posted an update, it\u2019s easy to share on social media. Click the \u2018share\u2019 icon (see red box below). Remember to tag @ActionFunder!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.actionfunder.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/share-update.png\" alt=\"screenshot of the share function update\" class=\"wp-image-4664\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Creating fruitful relationships with funders is key to any good fundraising strategy. Posting updates on your funded projects and keeping in touch with your funder through the platform helps you do just that! Why Project Updates? 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