Action Network is an online fundraising and volunteer email program manager and CRM.
Compare to: Hylo, Handraiser, ActionKit, Amplify, Mailchimp
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Tool type: Email Platform
Meant for: Digital Teams
Problem it tries to solve:
How do I build a large digital list and program across a distributed area for both fundraising and volunteer recruitment without a lot of staff on the ground?
Use case:
If you don’t have a lot of staff on the ground but do have a large member base, you can easily send out event information and track RSVPs from one centralized location.
Biggest drawback:
The volunteer CRM portion of the tool is not robust enough to use on a statewide program (for instance, you can’t mark if someone actually completed an event or not-just if they ever signed up).
Does it sync to NGP VAN?
Yes, Action Network events can be synced to VAN events, although each one must be done manually.
A 55% discount on email sends is available for state parties via the DNC.
Testimonials
“Pros: Well known enough in the activist community that people knew where to find it/was easy to use on the volunteer side.
Cons: Back end was difficult and bulky.”