In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: A strong social media presence is key for successful fundraising. Get on Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare, and other social media outlets. Ask a social media savvy friend to help if you're not familiar with these outlets yourself. A strong Facebook fan page, as well as a Twitter presence, can be a great means to spread the word of an event to many people at once. Reach out to the right people. Blindly inviting your entire Facebook friend's list is a big no-no. You're likely to annoy people who do not live in the area or who are not interested in the cause. Stick to inviting people who you know have similar views and live near enough to attend. People are more likely to donate if they know where their money is going. Know exactly where your money will be going and be upfront with people about this. If people know that, say, $5 buys one vaccination for a child in need in a third world country they'll be motivated to give. As you'll likely have to go through some auditing process for tax purposes, keep thorough records. Keep records of who donated, how much they donated, and what the money went towards. The key to getting people to donate is genuinely believing in your cause yourself. Know as much as you can about your cause so you sincerely believe it's worth it. If you know a lot about your cause, you're likely to feel more passionate about it. When you send out an e-mail or letter asking for donations, you'll sound more convicted. This can motivate people to donate. People enjoy contributing to worthy causes. It makes them feel positive about themselves and involved in their community. The stronger you believe in your cause, the more others will want to help you out. The easier it is for passersby to donate to your cause, the more money you'll be likely to raise. Make it easy for potential donors to make a contribution. If you have a website set up to collect donations, ensure that it is easy to navigate. If you've set up an account at the local bank, make sure the instructions for making a deposit are clear. Low minimums for donations are more likely to make people feel like they can afford it. Each person that donates should receive a message from you or your organization, thanking them for their contribution and outlining what the money will be used for. Make the donor feel good about the money that they contributed. Thanking your donor also makes it easier to get in contact again when you run another fundraiser. For large organizations, its expected that a thank-you message be sent out within 48 hours of the donation. For personal fundraisers, you should be working to thank people as soon as they make their donation, and again after the fundraiser is complete.
Summary: Build a strong social media presence. Itemize expenses. Keep records. Believe in your cause. Make donating as easy as possible. Thank each of your donors.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: . Brainstorm a name for your business. It may help to create word clouds or a bulleted list of potential names. Perhaps you already have it narrowed down to 1 or 2. Ask friends for their opinions about the name to help you refine it. Examine your list of names to make sure the name you choose reflects the customers you are hoping to attract. If you ask others for their opinion about your names, try not to reveal your own bias, if you have one. They'll be more likely to give you their honest opinion. If you feel stuck, show a friend your business plan and describe your vision. Sometimes having another person there to suggest ideas helps get names flowing. . Ask your graphic designer to create a website for you. Test the demo version of the website by clicking on all the links and filling out any forms to make sure they work. Check to see that the site feels intuitive. Write down any tweaks or feedback for your colleague. Keep refining the website together until you feel your brand is well-represented. Be sure to try any merchandising functions, such as making a purchase, to ensure they work properly. . Work with your graphic designer to develop a company logo, packaging, business cards, and any special signage for your business. The more polished and professional your business appears, the more seriously people will take your shoe line. Work with your marketing professional to get the word out about your new shoe line. You can host a trunk show, run print advertisements, or offer deals to get people talking about your business. Draft a press release and send it to editors of local publications so they can help publicize your launch. . Start social media pages for your business on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter so your customers can connect with you online. You can let customers know of upcoming sales or styles, broaden your customer base, and enhance your business' image. Asking questions is a great way to connect with your customers online. You can ask them their preferences in color for a new style or just engage with the news in a fun way. Register your logos, products, and proprietary business imagery with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at www.uspto.gov. Before completing your online registration, query the site's trademark electronic search system to make sure your name and logos are not already taken. You can complete this registration online without the help of a lawyer for a fee. Trademark registration costs between $275 and $325 USD. If you're outside the United States, contact your nation's federal trademark office to register your business appropriately.
Summary: Name your business Create a website Create branded materials for your shoes Develop a marketing strategy. Develop a social media presence Register any trademarks associated with your business.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Think about the way your diet currently is and how you want to change it. It's always good to start small -- you can't change habits overnight. It also might help to do it with a family member or friend (or even your whole family). Having someone there to commiserate with and keep you on track can be extremely helpful. Shoot for 7-9 servings per day. Eat the ones you know you like and take this opportunity to find tasty new fruits and vegetables. Look for new recipes and preparations to help guide you. And for fruit, if in doubt, throw it in a smoothie. For vegetables, most can be roasted successfully in the oven at high heats to cook, if you aren't planning to eat them raw. Some of the most health fruits and vegetables are: Dark, leafy greens (spinach, kale, chard, beet greens) Beets Red peppers Sweet potatoes Berries Apples Kiwis Grapes Papaya These are grains that include the bran, germ, and endosperm. Some common ones are barley, oats, quinoa, brown and colored rices, wheat varieties like spelt, farro, and kamut, along with many others. These are going to provide carbohydrates, but in their healthiest form. Keep in mind there are many whole-grain pastas now available, and an array of whole-grain breads that are often delicious. This is determined by the amount of fat in a 3 oz piece of meat -- it has to have less than 10 grams of total fat. Turkey and chicken are lean, but some red meats are as well. Look for cuts with "top" or "loin" in the title. Fish and lean meats are a great source of protein. These are important to eat as part of a balanced diet, but they should not be the elements you eat the most. You need to eat more vegetables and fruits than lean meats. It is the healthiest beverage around, and provides many benefits to your health. Try for 6-8 8 oz. glasses per day. Black coffee and tea are extremely low in calories, and can be part of your daily beverage rotation if you know it won't be possible to stop drinking caffeine. These foods are often overly sweet or salty and tend to not contain much nutritional value. This means staying away from foods that contain the following ingredients: High fructose corn syrup Anything with artificial flavors or colors MSG (Monosodium glutamate, a flavor enhancer) Many health nuts believe that both meat and dairy in large quantities are harmful to people's health. They believe that your diet should be an essentially vegan (no dairy, no eggs, no meat) diet that includes plenty of whole grains in addition to fruits and vegetables. Adding in some meat and dairy at times is fine, but they should not be the basis of your diet.
Summary:
Make a plan. Consume fruits and vegetables. Choose whole grains. Eat lean meats. Drink water. Avoid processed foods. Consider minimizing dairy and meat in your diet.