If you have been fuzzy about exactly how to get going with using social media to promote your nonprofit and to raise funds, Sarah DiJulio and Marc Ruben have some answers.

DeJulio and Ruben co-authored a chapter in the book, People to People Fundraising: Social Networking and Web 2.0 for Charities. They provide some smart information and help including a guide to the "lingo" of social sites, an approach to planning your entry into social networking, and a sampling of social sites you will want to consider.

We have adapted DeJulio and Ruben's guide to getting started:

• 12 Tips for Nonprofits On Getting Started With Social Media