Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 16, 2008

January 16, 2008 I’ve had a few interesting things happen lately which is making me wonder about what’s happening with open source, and the perceptions of open source in the nonprofit sector. Another interesting thing was that I wrote an article for TechSoup, on “ The True Cost of Free and Low Cost software.&#

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 29, 2011

Today, we welcome Marissa Theisen of Arizona Grantmakers Forum to discuss findings from the 2010 Arizona Giving Report. Arizona Grantmakers Forum (AGF) released a 2010 Arizona Giving Report earlier this year. It provides an overview of the size and scope of philanthropic activities in our state, based on 2008 IRS data.

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

Listening further, I learned this was a report of a study just recently published by The Chronicle of Philanthropy, using data on giving from 2008. 1 But let’s compare their numbers for 2008, the year for which the Chronicle recently reported. Giving USA’s number for individual giving in 2008 is $214 billion. Why the difference?

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

FEBRUARY 6, 2008

There is a good blog article , which, in some regards, might be seen as a criticism of the dataportability.org group, but which, to my mind, actually defines quite well what I’ve thought data portability means. .&# are *yours* to do whatever you want with. And you have control over who can see what.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 16, 2007

He has a recent article in “ Director Magazine &# which is a UK-based business magazine (no, I don’t read it, I just got the link from his blog,) entitled 10 tips for reducing burgeoning IT costs. We all don’t need to be on the bleeding edge to get stuff done. {

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 13, 2007

I have used it everyday, to do everything (all of my spreadsheets, worksheets, articles, presentations, I used it to write a novel, I used it in seminary for papers, etc., I wrote an article on OpenOffice.org for LASA’s knowledgebase, and I wrote another one on Base specifically (Base is the database component to OOo, new in 2.0,

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 30, 2007

I’ve been doing a lot of technical writing – I just put the finishing touches on my third of three articles for LASA’s ICT Hub Knowledgebase , I’m writing an article on Open Office Base for the next issue of Linux Identity Magazine , and, of course, I’ve been busy writing the NOSI primer.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 19, 2007

at 10:38 pm Thanks for adding my article =)! Keep track of the Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants, no matter which blog is hosting, by subscribing to the Carnival feed. { 2 trackbacks } Nonprofit Communications » Blog Archive » Nonprofit Carnival of T-Day Treats 11.19.07 at 10:04 pm Donor Power Blog 11.21.07 2 Beth Kanter 11.19.07

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AUGUST 1, 2007

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 27, 2007

I’ve been writing a series of articles for LASA’s ICT Knowledgebase. The first article, on Mac database options , just got published last week. I am glad some people are enjoying themselves. And LOLnptech seems to have quite the following (just not me.) One on Open Office, and FOSS on the Mac are forthcoming.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 5, 2007

Jon Stahl pointed me to a great article , also about opening up the social graph. I linked to a great thought piece a while back on opening up the social graph (that is, your network of friends.) Freelance Switch Gavin’s Digital Diner Idealware Jon Stahl’s Journal Lifehacker LinuxChix – Be Polite.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

FEBRUARY 5, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology New tools February 5, 2008 Last week, I spent too much time watching demos from DEMO , which is this twice yearly event that showcases the most bleeding edge internet technology. Watch the demo.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 20, 2007

Google it – you might find articles and reviews that might be helpful Try it out. Look at ohloh.net – they have great info on most projects – how many developers, lines of code, how active development activity is. These are almost always free to download and try out – this is easier for some projects than others.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 5, 2009

In 2008, over two trillion text messages were sent worldwide. My guess is that 2010 will be the year when many nonprofits will be able to starting utilizing these new, powerful mobile tools at a much lower cost. If you are going to design your own mobile Website, make sure you check out the article Mobile Web Design Trends For 2009.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 7, 2007

In some comments in a post of mine about Facebook, someone mentioned the article “ Facebook is the new AOL &# and I also mentioned an article I’d read asking how open is Facebook , really? There are some great tips in this Wired article. But, something has always been nagging me about them, especially Facebook.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 12, 2007

There are some great posts for today: First, Katya’s Nonprofit Marketing Blog has a great post with an article from Cheryl Gibson about implementing a CRM system in a nonprofit. So I thought it would be a great subject for the Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants hosted here today.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 12, 2007

There are some great posts for today: First, Katya’s Nonprofit Marketing Blog has a great post with an article from Cheryl Gibson about implementing a CRM system in a nonprofit. So I thought it would be a great subject for the Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants hosted here today.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 29, 2006

She wrote a great series of articles for O’Reilly about IPv6. They are worth a read. { Freelance Switch Gavin’s Digital Diner Idealware Jon Stahl’s Journal Lifehacker LinuxChix – Be Polite. They are worth a read. { They are worth a read. {

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 18, 2006

at 8:08 am I have been using Site Meter since my blog was born mid-July, but many articles tout the superiority of Google Analytics. If I’m reading your article correctly, you’re saying you’re sticking with Site Meter. And in terms of interface, it blows Sitemeter out of the water. {

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

OCTOBER 27, 2006

All of these articles were interesting and thoughtful. It’s really nice to learn more about what people are talking about. Amy Kinkaid, of Fundraising Breakthroughs , has some great advice about asking for money without shame. I’ll be posting the Carnival on Monday afternoon. {

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 29, 2008

January 29, 2008 I don’t exactly know where the exclamation point came from, but if you want a scarily easy CMS to install, Joomla is a place to start. Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and open source tool #6: Joomla!

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 12, 2007

Ubuntu As this article states, Ubuntu is a very popular distribution right now, and Canonical is working hard to get Ubuntu in as wide a range of hands as possible. But, as the article linked above says, they don’t have an official affiliate program, so it will take some shoe leather on your part to build the business aspects.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 19, 2007

You’ve inspired to reflect on them and write my own blog article! Being towards the “completely atheistic&# on your continuum of readers, the discussion of relationships comes pretty close to my idea of spirituality. 2 Deborah Elizabeth Finn 01.22.07 at 6:50 pm Dear Michelle: Thanks for raising these questions.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 23, 2010

In 2010, we enter in to a new era of social media marketing, one based on information, rationalization, and resolve." " Facebook Causes: Not just for Individuals: ICT Hub Knowledgebase – The Knowledgebase from LASA is a great place to find articles on all kinds of topics related to technology for organizations.

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JANUARY 27, 2010

Blackbaud’s research found that online revenue grew by 46% in 2009 compared to 2008. This was a decrease of only 2% compared to December 2008. Another very positive sign was that online giving in December 2009 grew 32% compared to December 2008. The analysis also looked at a subset of the same 1,703 nonprofits in 2008 and 2009.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 14, 2012

Sixty-two percent of respondents felt that the board was ‘well informed” or “very well informed” of its responsibilities” as compared to 58% in 2010. Despite the positive increases from 2010, the above numbers demonstrate that in most areas, there is still significant room for improvement for many nonprofits across America. Sources: 1.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 18, 2011

In her article Unstill Waters: The Fluid Role of Networks in Social Movements , Robin Katcher describes the several of the roles that networks can play in social movements : Building linkages and connection with a broader movement. . * “Building Organizations in a Movement Moment,” Beth Zemsky and Dave Mann.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 30, 2010

Here’s the article from today’s New York Times. But it’s also the latest online creation of Chris Hughes, a co-founder of Facebook and director of online organizing for Barack Obama’s 2008 campaign. By November 2010, Jumo noted in a New York Times article that they’ve raised $3.5

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NTEN

JANUARY 27, 2010

Blackbaud’s research found that online revenue grew by 46% in 2009 compared to 2008. This was a decrease of only 2% compared to December 2008. Another very positive sign was that online giving in December 2009 grew 32% compared to December 2008. The analysis also looked at a subset of the same 1,703 nonprofits in 2008 and 2009.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 24, 2006

at 9:17 am Thanks for this informative article! Those two things — adding itmes FAST — and the ability to have presentation of the items that integrates with my main communication tools (in my case, my blog and my main RSS feed) are key to a good social bookmarking tool. 3 Beth 09.27.06 4 Michelle 09.27.06

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 27, 2013

The year is 2008. Our nonprofit 50l(c)(3) child advocacy agency survived the Great Recession of 2008-2013. Through a partial scholarship, she received a professional certificate in Nonprofit Management from the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy & Nonprofit Innovation in May, 2010. Like this article? Get another!

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 14, 2011

In 2009, we conducted a broad financial overview of 70 domestic violence (DV) service providers, which was followed by a comparative financial analysis of 18 organizations in 2010. Between 2000 and 2008, this revenue mix provided stability and the opportunity to grow, due to gradual increases in overall government funding. Get another!

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 1, 2011

In 2008, the Valley of the Sun made $50.1 This information can be found in the Center's 2010 Arizona Nonprofits: Scope of the Sector report. Like this article? In fact, it's the Valley of the Sun United Way. million in grants, and, collectively, all United Ways in the state made nearly $65 million in grants. Get another!

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Have Fun - Do Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Show notes My Juicy Blogging e-course starts tomorrow, February 2nd.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 2, 2009

note: This article is part of NTEN's Member Appreciation Month spectacular. In 2008, Convio pioneered a new program called Convio Go!™ Starting now and having the right approach will set you up for success in 2010 and beyond. Meg Murphy, Convio. [Ed. The most popular pieces will be featured in our newsletter.

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See3

FEBRUARY 26, 2008

Home • About Us Mission Team News Partners Careers • Services Overview Interactive Marketing Video Web Design and Development • Clients Clients List Client Login • Resources Overview Events YouTube for Nonprofits Guide to Online Video Video FAQs Our Blog • Contact POSTED BY Michael Hoffman FEB 26, 2008 Are you an idiot?

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 2, 2012

She graduated from Arizona State University in 2011 with a master’s degree in Nonprofit Studies and from Northwestern University in 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. 2010, May 15). Like this article? & Sargeant, A. Ongoing support: Give donors a reason. to stay loyal. Get another!

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