Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2019

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Best Practices. Platforms like CrowdRise by GoFundMe give nonprofit’s at every plan access to advanced functionality, reporting, and world-class support to hold and grow a successful peer-to-peer program. Set a clear goal. Get fundraisers engaged early. Offer up your support. Incentivize and thank fundraisers.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 15, 2021

It can be uncomfortable to admit, but many web designers, myself included, first learned about digital accessibility as a regulation. How do we budget for required accessibility ? Perhaps the dramatic changes to work and home life brought on by the pandemic sparked a greater understanding of accessibility. We can’t connect.

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Candid

APRIL 26, 2021

When architects and construction professionals start designing a building, one of the first things they have to consider is accessibility. Good building accessibility means creating spaces that can be used by anyone. Accessibility by itself refers to the “ability to access.” What is web accessibility?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Following these best practices will help increase awareness of the security tools and features that can be used to minimize the risk to vulnerable people. Following these best practices will help increase awareness of the security tools and features that can be used to minimize the risk to vulnerable people. Learn more. Learn more.

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sgEngage

MARCH 31, 2023

For grantmakers to make a truly lasting impact across their community, they need to be intentional about their equity and inclusion practices, both within their organization and with their funding efforts. Being Intentional about Equity in Grantmaking Equity and inclusion are not boxes to be checked. And how it was a continual journey.

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sgEngage

JULY 20, 2022

These are the types of infrastructure projects today’s nonprofits are focused on: Cloud-based solutions: Nonprofit leaders and staff must have the ability to access information anywhere, anytime, and have access to the servers to support it. They can also organize a peer network for support.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 15, 2022

So I was thrilled to bring together communications and technology leads from Mercy Corps , the Urban Institute , and the Pacific Science Center for a recent conversation on a popular end-of-year issue: planning for the next year, and beyond. Complete the following form to get access to this free Forum One webinar directly in your inbox.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 17, 2024

This guide will explore best practices for creating a blogging and content strategy that drives audience engagement, encourages donations, and makes readers feel like part of your nonprofit’s community. Research shows that interactive content earns more engagement and twice as many conversions as static content.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 13, 2020

Posting without a mindfulness of the trending topics and conversations can cause organizations to appear insensitive and tone-deaf. The current social media environment has caused non-profit marketers to re-evaluate their content aware of the acute conversations being had on every channel, at a global level. Watch Video.

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Bloomerang

JULY 10, 2023

When asking for a legacy gift from a donor to your nonprofit, it’s important to approach the conversation with sensitivity and professionalism. Here are ten practical steps to help you navigate the process: 1. They may be more receptive to conversations about furthering their charitable legacy.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 29, 2014

For those nonprofits already active on Google+ or for those willing to take the leap, below are 12 Google+ Page best practices to help get you started. In your Dashboard under “Settings” add at least two managers to ensure that your nonprofit does not lose access to your Google+ Page due to staff and volunteer turnover.

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.orgSource

MARCH 18, 2024

I’ve always regarded Garth as a forward thinker, but during our conversation, he revealed a futurist credential that surprised me. But then the conversation started to shift. But what we see emerging now because of the digital world that we live in is that public engagement is more accessible than ever.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 23, 2023

Along with access to the latest version, ChatGPT 4 Turbo, which is the most intelligent model available at the time of writing, it also provides access to an array of additional tools. It’s important to remember, though, that mastering these tools takes practice. The ChatGPT Plus Plan offers immense value.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 13, 2023

Here’s how board portal software like BoardSite can help your nonprofit’s board be more productive and successful and follow good governance practices. When you don’t have time to make a meeting agenda beforehand , the conversation can quickly get sidetracked and devolve into casual or irrelevant conversation.

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Media Cause

APRIL 22, 2022

Whether you’re reaching out to build issue awareness, share important news, or raise money for your organization, incorporating these best practices into your email marketing campaigns can help your emails reach your target audiences and keep them engaged with your mission. . Mobile Friendly + Accessible . Popup Forms.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 29, 2022

The biggest factors that affect timelines are the goals the organization is trying to accomplish and the number of stakeholders who need to have a voice in the conversation. Who will need access to the system or the data, and what level of access should they have? Testing and go-live (days 60–90).

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Top Nonprofits

JULY 21, 2021

Whether we like it or not, many traditional fundraising practices create an inner circle of supporters. That doesn’t mean that a high ROI is a bad thing, or that these fundraising practices should be retired. Therefore, we recommend taking the following steps to apply DEI best practices for your nonprofit: Lead From the Top.

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Media Cause

JUNE 28, 2021

Here are some best practices our media team uses when creating a new campaign, starting with goals and platforms all the way to tactical tips for executing your campaign. If your goal is conversions, Facebook and Search Ads might be a better fit. The post Nonprofit Advertising Best Practices appeared first on Media Cause.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

Multiple, practical action steps are presented below to advance your fundraising based on the survey results. General guidance for fundraisers Here is general guidance on actions fundraisers can take based on fundraising trends and best practices drawn from the report. Your own careful review of the report is encouraged.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Solution: Make your donation form easily accessible from your home page. All visitors to your website’s homepage should be able to easily access your giving form. Amazon’s one-click buying feature is based on the same online conversion data. Solution: Keep your donation form simple! And mobile friendly.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Joan Garry and I had the joy of collaborating on this article together based on a conversation we had recently. Now, you might be wondering, “how do we practice empathy in our leadership styles?” Model and Celebrate Well-being Practices Creating a robust work culture that incorporates well-being is fundamental.

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sgEngage

APRIL 23, 2024

Depending on how your application is set up, you can add an open-ended question or discuss it during a follow-up conversation. Encourage Grantee Internal Controls All well-run organizations have standard best practices that employees follow. These internal controls provide consistency and security. How do you track time and effort?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 22, 2024

It was a comprehensive process including an open-call part 1, an invitation-only part 2, a site visit for finalists, and a presentation highlighting best practices. Those questions can be in an application, in conversations with program officers, or during the deliberation meetings with your board. Take it out. Streamline your process!

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sgEngage

JANUARY 10, 2024

However, when we initiate a more practical conversation, we can determine which questions will be most useful. When equity is prioritized, the question of data is extended to include what data can help us to notice barriers and opportunities of greater access and inclusion.

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Candid

MAY 23, 2024

In a conversation with Candid insights, Anne Marie Dougherty, CEO of BWF, underscored how a “cascade effect” —a downward spiral of interconnected events—could lead to veterans needing assistance and how reduced assistance can impact their physical and mental health.

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sgEngage

MARCH 18, 2024

This includes considering factors such as race, gender, socioeconomic status, and other intersecting identities that can influence access to resources and opportunities. As we look to the future, it’s essential to examine how grantmaking practices can evolve to promote greater equity and inclusivity.

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Association Analytics

AUGUST 14, 2023

LLMs are meant to produce conversational human language responses. That’s why it’s important to have internal conversations about how much data your organization feels comfortable sharing and what data is proprietary and should not be used with public AI tools.

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Qgiv

JULY 17, 2023

Provide the tools Offer folks training to increase their skills so they can hold conversations about DEI. Those in positions of power can invite traditionally excluded people to the table, but to sustain meaningful dialogue, everyone must have some skills to hold these important and often difficult conversations.

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Candid

JANUARY 5, 2023

If you’ve been waiting for an invitation to the data conversation, this is it. Now is the time to ask incisive questions about access and accountability of any organization seeking your data or investment. We hope you will join us in continuing the conversation. Shahar Brukner, CEO, impala . across any geography or issue.

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sgEngage

APRIL 4, 2024

But what if your organization could engage in a more thoughtful and systematic practice to build your organizations’ financial capacity without making this tradeoff? But it does need to be part of a larger, intentional conversation about being a revenue-wise organization.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

PEAK Grantmaking’s work centers on five core principles , each challenging our community of 8,000 philanthropy professionals to critically consider their internal grantmaking processes and perspectives, as a means toward operationalizing equitable grantmaking practices. Evolution is an ongoing practice.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Giving Tuesday is nearly a week behind us and I've had more than a few conversations with clients and colleagues about whether or not Giving Tuesday was an effective fundraising day. I see this happening more and more because there is "best practice" advice out there that the more you ask on Giving Tuesday, the more you get.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 18, 2021

One of the most common situations you’ll find yourself in working in the nonprofit field: Having a casual conversation with someone—someone who might even be a prospective sponsor or major donor!—and It’s something you and your team should practice until it is natural and second nature. It’s all about practice, practice, practice.

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Another iceberg that is forming that will impact nonprofits is private companies are increasingly moving into our practice areas. For instance, I have had conversations with private sector CEOs in the behavioral health space across the country and many of them are gearing up for acquisitions and anticipating defaults and bankruptcies.

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sgEngage

JULY 12, 2022

Many funders have made a real effort to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in their grantmaking practices, but how this looks in practice can vary widely. Grantmakers are looking to one another to share effective practices and case studies. 3. Grantmaking Practices: Infuse Grantmaking with Empathy.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 16, 2024

Woodmark Summit is where the nation’s top nonprofit children’s hospitals meet to hone fundraising strategies, strengthen professional practices, and share ideas for improving the quality of health care for children through philanthropy. For decades, fundraisers have had to choose between conversion and flexibility.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

While gala fundraisers might seem intimidating to plan, don’t let the perceived glamor obscure their accessibility! Round tables make for better conversation flow, but long tables provide a more communal feel. Setting the Table Choosing table arrangements is an important decision.

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