Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

From time to time we like to spotlight some of the great environmental nonprofit organizations that are involved with TechSoup Global. They're one of a growing roster of organizations with a lot of affiliate members benefiting from TechSoup Global's National Accounts Program. Missouri Botanical Garden Café in St.

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NetWits

MARCH 11, 2012

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America has been doing incredible work for over 100 years and, while content marketing isn’t news to them, they’re using content along with social media to make sure the online world knows about their work. He’s the 2011 March of Dimes National Ambassador. Here are 5 nonprofit content marketing examples.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 15, 2012

Semphonic Web Analytics Consulting: The X Change Non-Profit Analytics Challenge – "The Non-Profit Analytics Challenge is a rare opportunity for the brightest analysts in the digital measurement field to collaborate & assist non-profit organizations to optimize their websites. "What is your organization accomplishing?

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 27, 2021

Cause Camp is a nonprofit conference that has been nationally recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of the best conferences in America for the nonprofit sector. For the first time, a national speaker was scheduled to give a keynote. Understanding the need for the speaker to cancel, event organizers acted quickly.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JULY 3, 2013

Betsy Beaumon I recently had the honor to speak at the first-ever Braille Summit , hosted on June 19-21, 2013 by the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) and Perkins School for the Blind. Image by the National Braille Press, a DIAGRAM subcontract.

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Have Fun - Do Good

APRIL 6, 2012

I thought I'd share links to the blogs and/or organizations that came to the Changeblogger meetup in case you resonate with their work, and to give them a little link ? Click away! Angela Yu, Changed by Design Celebration and exposure of designers' ideas for solving the world's problems.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 25, 2014

And there's a new free mobile app called Range that helps libraries, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and others working with youth locate those free meal sites this summer. The statistics on hunger in America are startling: 14.5% Food Insecurity in a Land of Plenty. " The same USDA study showed that 10% of U.S.

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VisionLink

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

On this, the 225th anniversary of the Constitution of the United States, and in this combative political season, his narrative reminds us that our nation-- our union--is built on cooperation. It''s about technology designed to help partner organizations cooperate where they can and maintain privacy where necessary.

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NTEN

AUGUST 6, 2012

In 2012, our friends at Idealist.org surveyed over 1,000 U.S.-based based nonprofit organizations and 3,000 active job seekers on their experiences in the ongoing recession of 2012. Their consulting services focus on cloud-based technology solutions serving nearly 500 organizations. and James L.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 27, 2021

Cause Camp is a nonprofit conference that has been nationally recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of the best conferences in America for the nonprofit sector. For the first time, a national speaker was scheduled to give a keynote. Understanding the need for the speaker to cancel, event organizers acted quickly.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 18, 2020

Once you have looked out for the safety and well being of your employees by implementing work from home, social distancing, and community hygiene, it is critical that you turn your attention to your organization’s future fiscal health. This was especially true among organizations lacking diversified revenue streams. Of course you do.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2012

CHICAGO: Capital One, Common Impact, Points of Light, and Taproot Foundation Launch Online Tool to Increase Impact of Pro Bono Volunteer Services for Nonprofits Across the Nation | Business Wire | Rock Hill Herald Online : CHICAGO — Corporations across the U.S.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 2, 2013

Overall fundraising revenue for 334 churches, synagogues and other faith-based organizations representing nearly $1.2 target="_blank">The Blackbaud Index that tracks fundraising revenue for congregations and other faith-based organizations. After flat years in 2011 and 2012, giving to religion has grown slightly in 2013.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 4, 2013

or European Union or Latin America. The event is sponsored by Microsoft and organized by TechSoup Global , WorldLoop , and Mico E-Waste Solutions. Africa now has more mobile phone users than either the U.S. This meeting will be at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

Nonprofit organizations are often dependent on volunteers, and among adults 65 and older volunteering rates have increased from 14.3% 1 For nonprofits, understanding the dynamics of senior volunteerism can help organizations utilize seniors in a way that furthers their mission while offering a positive volunteering experience.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 18, 2013

I've just returned from organizing an electronics recycling conference in Cape Town, South Africa, where I met Dr. Hylton Villet, the chairman of MyDigitalBridge in Namibia. An NGO with A National Mandate. Verizon Wireless launched the first large-scale LTE network in North America in 2010. like Connect2Compete.

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Tech Soup

MAY 18, 2015

The organization's project on The Last Polar Bear reached more than 20 million people. Braided River combines the arts of photography and literature to create books, media campaigns, and museum exhibits about preserving North America's wild places. The organization's impact is astonishing. Environmental Impact.

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Tech Soup

MAY 18, 2015

The organization's project on The Last Polar Bear reached more than 20 million people. Braided River combines the arts of photography and literature to create books, media campaigns, and museum exhibits about preserving North America's wild places. The organization's impact is astonishing. Environmental Impact.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 17, 2014

of America v. And, Benetech is committed as an organization to all of these six principles. Accessibility However useful the Section 121 exception has been for Bookshare, it is very narrowly drawn to cover nonprofit organizations and government agencies with a primary purpose to serve people with disabilities.

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Tech Soup

JULY 16, 2013

century skills have been adopted throughout the Common Core State Standards Initiative by 45 states as of November 2012. Organizations like the YMCA or The Boys and Girls Clubs of America offer free after-school programs in technology. According to the ALA report, 21 st. A United Front.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JANUARY 17, 2022

Birmingham was one of the focal points of the Civil Rights movement in 1963, since Birmingham was one of the most racially segregated cities in America. James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time was a national bestseller published the same year as the March on Washington. Here is a list of her essential works to read.

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Through this research, as well as in his role at Achieve, Derrick has worked with companies and organizations such as AT&T, Facebook, BMW, PBS and the Case Foundation to understand how the next generation of donors, activists and employees are redefining cause work. Derrick Feldmann. Achieve Agency. Tyler Riewer. charity: water.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 21, 2022

When was the first volunteer organization created in the U.S.? It is important to understand the history of nonprofit organizations in order to see where the future may go. Nonprofit organizations actually pre-date the constitution and formation of America. First Giving Tuesday launched in 2012 by the 92nd Street Y.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JANUARY 16, 2023

Birmingham was one of the focal points of the Civil Rights movement in 1963 since Birmingham was one of the most racially segregated cities in America. James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time was a national bestseller published the same year as the March on Washington. Here is a list of her essential works to read.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 13, 2023

At the intersection of digital and mission-driven work, 2023 was a year of significant changes, big decisions, and growth for many organizations in the nonprofit and government space. While making an impact always comes first, each of these awards is a great honor for these fantastic organizations and our Forum One team.

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Forum One

MAY 3, 2023

Organized by the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts (AIVA) , this year’s 29th annual awards included around 3,000 entries from companies and agencies of all sizes, making it one of the world’s largest awards of its kind. Forum One worked with the National Rural Health Resource Center to design their new website in Drupal 9.

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Forum One

MAY 17, 2023

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory Gold – Science Websites The SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory (SLAC) is a multipurpose research facility operated by Stanford University for the U.S. Since its opening in 1962, SLAC has been helping create the future, including the launch of the first website in North America in 1991.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 13, 2023

While making an impact always comes first, each of these awards is a great honor for the fantastic teams of clients and Forum One staff that work every day to make an impact on their communities, the nation, and the world. Forum One worked with the National Rural Health Resource Center to design their new website in Drupal 9.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 14, 2014

While the primary goal is for students to learn about strategic use of networks and social media for international organizations, I will also be covering some practical career skills such as effective networking and self-directed professional learning (also called “Social Learning”). Global Conversations.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 18, 2012

Note from Beth: I hosted a small army of guest bloggers, grantmakers, who attended the GeoFunders National Conference taking place this past week in Seattle. Participating in my first, big Grantmakers for Effective Organizations (GEO) conference. Casey Foundation. Tuesday, March 13 was my youngest son’s 4th birthday. Where was I?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

.” Tomorrow, the Lean Start Up is sponsoring a free web cast called, “ Lean Impact: Implementing Lean Startup in Mission-driven Organizations.” But but for social good organizations that want to go lean, there are scant few examples. It’s no wonder why Lean is increasingly being adopted in the non-profit sector.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Speaking of data, contribute some of your own valuable thoughts to The State of Grantseeking Fall 2012 survey until October 12. You can download your free copy of The State of Grantseeking Spring 2012 here. I don't want to spoil any surprises; read it all here. Interest piqued? Start engaging here. Let the tree hunt begin! and James L.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 4, 2014

Last year, 7 organizations were recognized at bbcon. Here are their inspiring stories: Most Impactful Use of Blackbaud Technology – Human Rights Campaign – The Human Rights Campaign enhanced the national dialogue on marriage equality with a social media campaign that took over the Internet. Read the case study. Read the case study.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 7, 2013

That is why it was so exciting to see seven organizations get honored this year. Most Impactful Use of Blackbaud Technology – Human Rights Campaign – The Human Rights Campaign had the opportunity to capitalize on two landmark marriage equality cases to increase visibility and enhance the national dialogue. Read the case study.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 2, 2013

That said, in 2012 I had the opportunity to travel to Africa and Asia and from those travel experiences three themes emerged that inspired the selection of this year’s nonprofits: 1) Women’s and girls empowerment; 2) Conservation of wildlife and wild lands; and 3) Access to medical care. National MS Society :: @ MSSociety.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 5, 2016

For several years now, January 1st not only means the beginning of the New Year, but also an opportunity to look at trends in year-end fundraising emails from nonprofit organizations. Be sure to check out 2014 , 2013 , 2012 , and 2011 too. I was sent 70 emails from 41 different nonprofit organizations. Emails By Date.

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Care2

FEBRUARY 5, 2012

Electoral campaigns are important incubators of new techniques and tactics in online fundraising and organizing. Join us on February 16, 2012 at 2:00 PM ET for "eCampaign 2012 - Killer Tactics to Drive Elections Using Online Fundraising & Social Media" and hear from two experts who are working in the heart of Campaign 2012.

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