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MARCH 29, 2010

So, when FourSquare (a location based social network app that tracks your locations and shares it with friends when you “check-in&# to places) emerged as the “next big thing&# at SXSWi , I questioned whether FourSquare could really li ve up to its buzz. Over 1,000,000 badges have been awarded. million check-ins.

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DECEMBER 4, 2012

As I wrote back in September when first covering Giving Tuesday, Giving Days are not a new idea and have been successful in local communities and entire states, like GiveMN which raised many millions of dollars in 24 hours using the Razoo platform its first year. Each year since the event started in 2009, we’ve seen these numbers grow.

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DECEMBER 23, 2009

Last month I made a prediction that we might see fundraisers with FourSquare or some other location-based mobile social network with gaming element. trends of 2009 and my 2010 predictions are right on. trends of 2009 and my 2010 predictions are right on. Looks like my observation of fundraising 2.0

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AUGUST 11, 2010

This terrible flood didn’t spare the Nashville Symphony Orchestra (NSO), an event that he first learned about through his social networks. He wanted to raise some money to help the local orchestra and test some ideas. The title of this blog post is of course a wildly inaccurate claim. Here is what he learned.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2011

It found that if they needed help and couldn’t reach 9-1-1, one in five would try to contact responders through a digital means such as e-mail, websites or social media. Some include the Red Cross, The Weather Channel, local newspapers, Craigslist, and others. Another example of indirect content is that of social networks.

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MARCH 13, 2009

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" Panelist: Dan Willis, Consultant for Sapient 3.

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JANUARY 15, 2009

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" ” [Did you notice the title of this blog post, by the way?

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APRIL 29, 2010

Foursquare is a location-based social network.      Think of it as a social network where your status up is not what you're doing, but where you are.   created to mark their 2009-2010 Season of Belief.  Photo by Neatonjr. A 3 day walk). Track volunteering efforts.

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JULY 31, 2009

So, lunch was delicious spoof on fast foods - including a double-cheese burger dubbed " The Big Mark." All the ingredients were sourced from local farmers and no disposable utensils or plates as the " chef culinary overload " explained. Recently, Frank Barry shared a guest post on this blog called " 4 Tips for Facebook Fan Pages."

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MAY 13, 2011

2008 was a benchmark year in online fundraising history as Obama won the presidential election with 87% of funds coming through social networking. Make sure to read the full recap on the TechSoup blog.). Tom Dawkins, Co-Founder of StartSomeGood.com Fundraising Focus: Crowdfunding for local and global causes.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2009

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FEBRUARY 17, 2009

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MAY 14, 2009

Also posted on the Frogloop blog for nonprofits here. We provide a supportive network for the vibrant and thriving community of women in technology professions by giving women an open platform to share their talents, experiences, and insights. Social Networks & Twitter from Natalie Foster: Two Principles: 1.

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DECEMBER 6, 2009

2009 eNonprofit Benchmark Study. “I and social media but have not thought it through in relation to my organisation. For more: The Social Media Ready Nonprofit: Dealing with Resistance. Why Should Your Nonprofit Embrace Social Media (Or Not)? “Can Social Networks for Fundraising. Birthday Cause Wrapped Up.

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AUGUST 17, 2009

At the end of that panel, we all hoped there would be a larger nonprofit presence on the agenda for this 2009. And yes, indeed, in 2009 there were many more panel proposals about or by folks who work with nonprofits and voting. Submitted by Ted Fickes Networking Good: How to Win Money and Mobilize People!

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JUNE 9, 2010

has used the Internet to disseminate its model, empowering local communities to self-organize and build their own playgrounds using free resources on its website. Through a suite of online tools—including a social networking site, online training, do-it-yourself content, and a Google-map mashup—KaBOOM! While KaBOOM!

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FEBRUARY 8, 2009

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" Best of Life, @nakeva February 8, 2009 | Nakeva Thanks for your response Nakeva.

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MARCH 4, 2009

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" Nice blog. I will keep visiting this blog very often.

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AUGUST 12, 2015

I’ve taken a little break from blogging to enjoy some much needed family time. I’m lucky because my colleague, Joe Waters, offered me a guest post for your to read while I’m away from blogging. Disruptive Model: Social Network. Disrupting Fundraising Since: 2009. Co-Disruptor: AdoptAClassroom.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2009

At the end of that panel, we all hoped there would be a larger nonprofit presence on the agenda for this 2009. And yes, indeed, in 2009 there were many more panel proposals. Submitted by Ted Fickes Networking Good: How to Win Money and Mobilize People! In 2008, I was on one of the few nonprofit panels on the agenda.

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MAY 15, 2009

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" Social Networks & Twitter from Natalie Foster: Two Principles: 1.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2009

On February 12, 2009, Twitter users will meet up in over 100 plus cities to socialize offline, meet other Twitter users, enjoy some fun, have a few drinks, and raise money for charity: water. Decentralized event organizing, it's grassroots and anyone can organize a local event. First, let me recap what Twestival is.

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MAY 29, 2009

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" Giving on social media sites. 60) Search « Is Direct Mail Dying or Dead?

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AUGUST 17, 2010

At the end of that panel, we all hoped there would be a larger nonprofit presence on the agenda for this 2009. And yes, indeed, in 2009, there were more nonprofit focused panels and happily the trend continued at SXSW 2010. Nonprofit social communications wizards share examples and tips to get your fans mobilized for action.

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AUGUST 8, 2008

The SXSW Interactive Festival (scheduled March 13-17, 2009 in Austin, Texas) is a mega huge social media industry event. Social Change Behind the FireWall submitted by Holly Ross Successful nonprofits using social media are masters of social change behind the firewall. Lessons in Local Tech: Sustainable Food 2.0

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JULY 22, 2009

Since social media encompasses many different types of tools, and each tool has specific characteristics and a steep learning curve, a toolkit approach can quickly become overwhelming. Most users prefer to consume user generated content, by reading blog, watching videos, or browsing through photos.

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DECEMBER 30, 2008

Every year I do a fundraising campaign using social media. Last year, when I turned 51, I posted a challenge on my blog - could I get 51 people to donate $10 to the Sharing Foundation? Looking for new challenges, they will champion causes ranging from gay marriage to local school improvements. And, yes they did !

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JANUARY 4, 2009

The Causes Birthday Application Meshes Better With Fundraising Workflow One of the keys to successful socially networked fundraising on Facebook (and elsewhere) rests with how well an application meshes charitable giving behavior and the psychology of collective influence in its application design.

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JULY 6, 2009

Submitted by Alan Levine, publisher of CogDogBlog Since it is already a week in the rear view mirror, this ought to be my last post about the 2009 NMC Summer Conference. However I wanted to record, primarily for my own sake, while fresh in my mind a recap of the social media tools we used (and other related factors) for our conference.

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MAY 5, 2009

Our brains our packed with ideas and inspiration for how to do our jobs better, our social networks are a little richer because of the new relationships we have forged, and our hearts are full with the comradeship of being with so many people that share our passion and perspective for the role of technology in work promoting the social good.

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AUGUST 16, 2008

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" Good work February 25, 2009 | Mario Erazo Copyright © 2008, Care2.com

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JULY 14, 2008

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" Good work February 25, 2009 | Mario Erazo Copyright © 2008, Care2.com

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FEBRUARY 12, 2009

What about the families who show up on your free days religiously or the ones blogging about your new artifacts? It has gotten a lot of attention as a "social media membership," but Will and Shelley are adamant that 1stfans is not about social media. There are both virtual-only and local 1stfan members.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

I wish I had the capacity to write a blog post about each of these links below. I've been retweeting a lot of these links, but I also like to look for patterns and the best way to do that is aggregate them in a single blog post. Steve Heye has been blogging chapters in the book for the past few weeks. Take your pick!

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JULY 15, 2009

We need offline events to meet each other, bond eye-to-eye, and forge the collaborations that will make our social networks stronger, better connected, and ultimately transformative. We'll soon be unveiling a full set of tools to let you manage your local event and build a strong local climate group in the lead-up to 24 October."

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MARCH 17, 2011

All Blackbaud Blogs Contact Us Blackbaud.com About Nonprofit Trends Books Research Reports Speaking 2011 NTEN Nonprofit Technology Conference – Day 1 Posted by Steve MacLaughlin on March 17th, 2011 NTEN’s Nonprofit Technology Conference ( #NTC ) is in Washington, DC and it’s sold out once again.

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JANUARY 25, 2009

Tre, who writes a blog called Thought by thought has several detailed posts analyzing the campaign here and here. Does the future of online fundraising lie in mobile social networks that have an easy built-in payment system for in-the-moment charitable giving of very small amounts by thousands and thousands of people?

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