Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 19, 2009

This post originally written September 8, 2009. Amongst 11-25 year olds, Facebook is trailed by Bebo (28%), MySpace (25%), Twitter (12%), MSN (9%), YouTube (2%) and “other” (4%). First, what the research does not mean: Don’t jump into Facebook immediately! Posted on Stanford Social Innovation Review’s Opinion blog.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 10, 2011

Note from Beth: Last Spring, Allison Fine and I did an evaluation report for the Case Foundation on the America’s Giving Challenge 2009. We experimented with “Conversational Case Studies&# and found that conversation in the comments helped improve the richness of the final report. It’s downloadable as an ePub or as a PDF.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2009

» Tuesday Feb 17 2009 Reaching Baby Boomers: The Next Big Demographic in Nonprofit Online Fundraising Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 03:50PM | by Allyson Kapin By: Allyson Kapin , Blogger-In-Chief Direct Mail acquisition is one of the most expensive ways to raise money these days. LinkedIn, Facebook, MySpace).

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JUNE 30, 2009

60) Search « How Sticky is Facebook? Frogloop interviewed Madeline Stanionis and Jenn Smith of Watershed who discussed their top 5 tips to engaging new recruits. Cross promote your other communication platforms – mobile, Facebook, Twitter, etc. Become a fan on Facebook? Check them out! Take a quiz? Stay-tuned.

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NTEN

MARCH 23, 2009

Since group members can comment on each news post, it could add a rich layer of discussion around relevant topics within the community. . Messages are also posted as new discussion items automatically. > Jobs section includes comment feature. > We'll see how that goes. > My take: good thing!

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2011

Actions and messages were contextualized based on the issues and discussions taking place at both the global and local level. This is a facebook page where many organizations across the environment, climate and animal welfare sectors came together to share news, updates, action alerts, and much more after the BP Oil Spill.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2009

Yesterday, I attended — and live tweeted (#baruchnp) — an interesting panel discussion at Baruch College here in New York, “ Social Media and Technology: What Nonprofits Need To Know.” There were lots of good gems shared and discussed. Next seminar from Baruch College will focus on ‘going mobile’ on November 12, 2009.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 22, 2016

Social media listening (or social media monitoring) is the practice of paying close attention to digital channels when conversations relevant to your cause are being discussed. Finding the perfect terms for your list can allow you to quickly respond to discussions with an earnest call to action that resonates.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 27, 2010

The afternoon featured six mini-workshops that drilled down in the use of the tools such as Facebook , Blogging , Storytelling , Listening , Twitter , and Social Media 101. (The The Colorado Trust blog has notes here.). Some Reflections. Balancing Learning Through Content Delivery and Sharing Experience.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2009

60) Search « Twestival: To Meet, Tweet And Raise $500K For Charity | Main | The Joys of Google Grants, Part 2 » Wednesday Feb 04 2009 Why Every Nonprofit Should Embrace the Web 2.0 Conference to discuss the importance of incorporating Web 2.0 Conference to discuss the importance of incorporating Web 2.0 so important?

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FEBRUARY 17, 2009

» Tuesday Feb 17 2009 Reaching Baby Boomers: The Next Big Demographic in Nonprofit Online Fundraising Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 03:50PM | by Allyson Kapin By: Allyson Kapin , Blogger-In-Chief Direct Mail acquisition is one of the most expensive ways to raise money these days. LinkedIn, Facebook, MySpace).

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JUNE 5, 2009

Websites like Facebook, MySpace and YouTube are among the top 10 most trafficked sites in the US. According to the just released 2009 eBenchmarks study by M&R Strategic Services and NTEN, most of the 32 groups featured in the study saw their online fundraising increase between 2007 and 2008. Please add your tips below!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 5, 2009

The 2009 NMC Symposium for the Future , the fourteenth in the NMC’s Series of Virtual Symposia (October 27-29th), will explore actual and potential applications of technology that could impact issues of global importance over the next five years and beyond. So, leave a comment and you might one of the passes.

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MAY 22, 2009

60) Search « The ROI of Social Media | Main | Advocacy Online Launches in the US » Thursday May 21 2009 Earned Media: How to Stay Relevant and Track It Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 01:20PM | by Allyson Kapin “If you dont brand yourself, Google will brand you,” says branding expert Sherry Beck Paprocki.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

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. Last year, there was an event called "Social Media for Social Good" organized by Jeff Pulver that prompted quite a rich discussion. By Skylar Woodward.

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APRIL 14, 2009

It is essential not only to read the blogs and websites of the influencers in your community, but also become a frequent commenter. Volume of discussion isn’t a bad thing – especially if you can turn what was a negative experience into a positive. Reader Comments (4) Great tips, Jen. Don’t be a lurker.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 22, 2009

In January, 2009, the Pew and American Life project released a report on Adults and Social Networking Use mentioning that more older adults have set up profiles on social networking sites, but that younger people more likely to be using social networking sites regularly. Don't introduce overly complex sign up forms or processes.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 2, 2009

Platform values are most obvious in the TOS (see Facebook's history.) Disclosure: In August 2009, CoTweet paid me to write a casestudy for them.). And it puzzles into NTEN's awesome ongoing discussion about the health of your data ecosystem, and a project about open nonprofit data I've been discussing with Holly Ross.

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See3

OCTOBER 25, 2007

The viewers/donors might look similar to what we see on Facebook causes but we will wait until we have some real data before speculating further. Like with comments, the system could tell a non-registered user that they needed to register.) There’s a larger discussion implicit here – can video drive donations?

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OCTOBER 25, 2007

The viewers/donors might look similar to what we see on Facebook causes but we will wait until we have some real data before speculating further. Like with comments, the system could tell a non-registered user that they needed to register.) There’s a larger discussion implicit here – can video drive donations?

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NTEN

AUGUST 21, 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. Last year, there was an event called "Social Media for Social Good" organized by Jeff Pulver that prompted quite a rich discussion.

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MAY 4, 2009

April 27 , 2009 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM 1. In this session, representatives from Causes (as in “on Facebook” and “on MySpace”), Capital One and Network for Good will present channels for raising money and awareness other than your website. April 27 , 2009 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM 3.

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MAY 29, 2009

Main | The ROI of Social Media » Friday May 29 2009 Is Direct Mail Really Headed for the Exit? Friday, May 29, 2009 at 09:41AM | by Allyson Kapin In the next five years, money spent annually on direct mail will decline by as much as 40%, from $49.7 May 29, 2009 | Robert W. 60) Search « Is Direct Mail Dying or Dead?

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MAY 15, 2009

Facebook General Growth data: More than 200 million active users The fastest growing demographic is those 35 years old and older More than 3.5 This was a great way for EAC to create a meaningful channel into the discussions and to maintain transparency. Natalie: Its really about numbers as well.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 16, 2008

Fear about letting the public comment back "publicly". The key to crossing the chasm to adoption is education, awareness, and discussion internally. There are many different tools to support this - from leaving comments on blogs or using twitter. Especially in this economy. The important thing is having the conversation.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 7, 2010

All Blackbaud Blogs Contact Us Blackbaud.com About Nonprofit Trends Books Research Reports Speaking What Facebook Knows Posted by Steve MacLaughlin on December 7th, 2010 Think about all the things people post on Facebook or any other social networking website. What happens in Vegas stays on Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, and Foursquare.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 30, 2010

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. They have also been very active on Facebook and Twitter along with a few entries on the Jumo blog. This is also where the connection to your Facebook account comes into play.

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Museum 2.0

FEBRUARY 12, 2009

1stfans is a new kind of membership launched on January 3, 2009 that combines in-person meetups, private groups on Facebook and Flickr, and a private Twitter feed featuring work by original artists (for more background, check out Will and Shelley's blog posts and videos ). Then read on, and please share your thoughts in the comments.

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DECEMBER 1, 2010

The median online gift above $1,000 was $3,500 in 2009. Social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube have been successful raising money for Friends Asking Friends events. blog comments powered by Disqus Previous: What is Jumo? A higher percentage of donors 45 to 54 and 55 to 64 give online than offline.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 10, 2010

You’re not Angry Birds or Facebook. I think the nonprofit sector would be better served by elevating the discussion about Apple’s broader corporate and social responsibility efforts. agree with your comments that mobile is today where online giving was 10 years ago. smaclaughlin Thanks for the comment.

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NTEN

MAY 27, 2010

The Strategy by David Neff of Ridgewood: Ingenious Communication Strategies If 2009 was the year everyone and their mom jumped into the social media pool, then 2010 is the year of strategy. Post your commenting policy on your Fan Page's info tab. Get them on Facebook and Twitter. If you delete something, tell your fans.

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APRIL 6, 2011

Part I of Advocacy Live – 2011 State of the Union for Online Advocacy Moderator-led discussion where experts share perspective on online advocacy trends in light of new political reality with the new 2011 Congress and the second half of the Obama administration. Featuring: Emily Wenzler, Sr.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 8, 2011

As part of a continuing weekly series, each Friday we invite a nonprofit expert from our academic faculty to highlight a research report or study and discuss how it can inform and improve day-to-day nonprofit practice. We welcome your comments and feedback. Perhaps you have heard some of them: Women dont give large gifts. 6 ^ [6] A.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2010

Post your blog on Facebook. Source: Entrepreneur, March 2009 Be A Visible Leader Walk around. How Employees Approach Problem Solving Entrepreneur magazines March 2009 issue published this insightful advice about how different types of employees like to tackle problem solving: GEN Y Employees -- Form a team to brainstorm a solution.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2009

Main | Friday Webinar: Best Practices for Email List-growth and Fundraising » Wednesday Jan 21 2009 Everything You Wanted to Know About Online Fundraising in a Bad Economy Wednesday, January 21, 2009 at 10:06AM | by Allyson Kapin Lets be frank, daily doom and gloom reports about the economy are scary. Comment below!

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Museum 2.0

MARCH 24, 2010

Every non-spammer editor who signed up was granted full access to change and comment on the content. One of the first comments I received was a private email from a respected colleague telling me he hated the tone of the introduction. I wanted to be able to respond to and thoughtfully consider everyone's comments.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 14, 2009

This post includes all the links and additional ROI resources that will be mentioned or discussed during the session. To follow the Twitter stream or ask questions or make comments, use the #ROI hashtag. Traffic, comments, tweets and other means of engagement to record. Who knew that there were poets on Twitter?

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