SMS Marketing for Community Engagement

Use two-way SMS to connect with your community, share updates, and boost participation with automated engagement campaigns.

Built for Community Engagement

  • Send announcements, event invites, and important updates directly from your organization’s number

  • Automate reminders for meetings, local initiatives, or volunteer opportunities

  • Segment by neighborhood, interest group, or membership type to deliver relevant messages

  • Connect CRM, membership, or community management systems so records and communication stay aligned

Launch SMS That Community Members Actually Read

Strong communities rely on timely communication. SMS ensures announcements and updates are delivered instantly, helping you increase participation and foster stronger connections.

98%

of texts are read immediately

95%

of texts are read within 3 minutes

70%

of people prefer local updates by SMS over email or flyers

Everything You Need to Scale SMS

Campaigns and Keywords

Build opt-ins through sign-ups, events, or QR codes. Use keywords to organize groups by interest or location and send tailored updates while tracking engagement.

Reminders and After-Hours Auto-Replies

Send reminders for community meetings, deadlines, or events. After-hours auto-replies confirm inquiries, collect information, and share links to resources.

Mobile App, Reporting, and Integrations

Organizers never miss a message with the mobile app. Track responses, attendance, and engagement, and sync seamlessly with CRM or community platforms.

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Everything You Need to Text at Scale

  • Textellent Messenger

    The Textellent Messenger is a Chrome extension that lets your team text inside the apps you already use—no code, no tab-switching. View full conversation history, reuse approved templates and media, and keep replies organized in a shared inbox.

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  • Integrate SMS

    Textellent integrates with 800+ apps—CRMs, schedulers, forms, and payment platforms—so data flows in and texts go out at the perfect moment. Map fields once, tag contacts consistently, and keep systems in sync.

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  • Automations

    Turn common events into automatic SMS touchpoints: new leads, appointments, payments, status changes, and more. Build simple, rules-based flows that send the right text and follow-ups without manual work.

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  • Franchisor Module

    The Franchisor Module gives franchisors clear visibility across locations while empowering franchisees to execute consistent, on-brand texting that drives growth. Scale what works and spot where support is needed—fast.

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  • AI Rewriter & Translate

    Instantly polish your texts and translate them into different languages, making communication faster and more accessible.

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  • Mobile App

    Keep conversations moving on the go. The Textellent Mobile app brings your shared inbox to iOS & Android with real-time push notifications, quick-reply templates and media, conversation assignment, and full sync to your CRM—so nothing slips through when you’re away from your desk.

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Turn Texts Into Stronger Communities and Higher Engagement

FAQs About SMS Marketing for Community Engagement

How can SMS help with community engagement?
You can share event invitations, send updates, recruit volunteers, and provide timely reminders that keep members connected and informed.
How quickly do community members respond to SMS updates? +
Most texts are read within minutes, ensuring important messages reach people faster than email or printed materials.
Can we use our existing community number? +
Yes. You can text-enable your organization’s number so members recognize and trust the sender.
How do after-hours auto-replies work? +
Auto-replies confirm receipt of community messages after hours, provide key details, and let members know when to expect a follow-up.
Can we segment members and track engagement? +
Yes. Segment by neighborhood, interest group, or membership type. Track attendance, volunteer sign-ups, and overall participation.
Does this integrate with CRM or community platforms? +
Textellent integrates with CRMs, membership systems, and community management platforms so updates and member records stay in sync.
What about compliance and opt-in or opt-out? +
Community members opt in during registration, events, or online sign-ups. Each SMS includes opt-out instructions, and STOP and HELP requests are handled automatically for compliance.
Can we try Textellent for free? +
Yes. Organizations can start with a 14-day free trial to test community engagement campaigns and workflows before upgrading.