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30 content ideas for nonprofit social media this month

Feeling stuck on what to post this month?

If your content calendar for April is looking a little…empty, we’ve got you. From seasonal awareness days to storytelling prompts, here are 30 content ideas to help your nonprofit or mission-driven org stay consistent and connected with your audience all month long.

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1. Celebrate April Fool’s Day with a light-hearted post about your work.

    2. Share a behind-the-scenes photo or video.

    3. Introduce a team member or volunteer with a short Q&A.

    4. Talk about a challenge your community is facing and how you’re addressing it.

    5. Share a testimonial from a client, program participant, or supporter.

    6. Post a quote that reflects your organization’s values or vision.

    7. Promote an upcoming event, fundraiser, or initiative.

    8. Highlight a partner organization or sponsor you love working with.

    9. Educate your audience with a “Did You Know?” fact relevant to your mission.

    10. Earth Day (April 22) — spotlight how your org supports sustainability or community wellness.

    11. Share a favorite spring-themed activity or event (bonus points for photos!)

    12. Give a sneak peak into a day in the life of a staff member or volunteer.

    13. Share a book, podcast, or article your team is loving that aligns with your mission.

    14. Post a carousel with 3-5 common misconceptions about your work.

    15. National Volunteer Month — thank your volunteers or feature one with a story.

    16. Share a story of impact.

    17. Feature a quote or takeaway from someone in your community.

    18. Promote ways to get involved: donate, advocate, share.

    19. Reshare a throwback post with an update: Then vs Now

    20. Celebrate your team’s small wins or milestones.

    21. create a Reel showing the transformation or progress of a recent project.

    22. Share an “unfiltered” truth or lesson your org has learned this year.

    23. Post a “3 things we’re loving this month” list from your staff.

    24. Spotlight your board or leadership — who they are and why they serve.

    25. Host a Q&A in Stories or a Live session to answer FAQs.

    26. Post a graphic with 3 actionable ways someone can support your cause today.

    27. Highlight an awareness day relevant to your cause.

    28. End the month with gratitude — thank your supporters, community, or team.

    29. Create a “what your donation supports” breakdown — show what $10, $25, $50 can do.

    30. Invite your followers to share why they support your cause.

    Need help turning ideas into scroll-stopping content? Let’s build a strategy that actually works for your team. Connect us today!