Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 8, 2018

Last month, I was honored to present and facilitate an all-day workshop for nonprofit leaders at the Oregon Nonprofit Leadership Conference on how to activate a culture of well being in the nonprofit workplace, based on my book, The Happy Healthy Nonprofit: Strategies for Impact without Burnout. Here’s the list: Function.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 9, 2023

Once you know who is needed, you must explain exactly what the organization expects from their service both in terms of activities and culture. That’s why there is no substitute for the impact of personal conversations. Mentors also can perform the very important function of providing background and color to the board’s activities.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

The Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study reports that the first reason members join associations is to network, and the sixth is to socialize. A moderator can also participate in discussions, helping to get the conversations going and keep them flowing. Your members want to connect.

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Candid

MARCH 1, 2023

To overcome these challenges, Candid, in coalition with a growing number of partners , set out to build a demographic data-led movement to meaningfully and measurably advance equity in the social sector. He emphasized why it is vital that technology providers find ways to support this movement to advance equity in the social sector.

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.orgSource

APRIL 29, 2024

For those who embrace KISS and want messy AI made more tame and tractable, I’ll offer my podcast conversation with David Reid. We launched our discussion with a bottom-line question. Exploring those possibilities can take you on a trip down a deep and twisty rabbit hole. What should every CEO know about generative AI?

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Step 1: Build the top of your funnel SImply put, building the top of the funnel means participating in activities designed to create awareness about your association. Top of funnel outreach includes channels like social media, newsletters, and blogs that are designed to establish credibility. K eep an eye on what leads to conversion.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 4, 2021

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Your Social Media Strategy: What You Need to Know. Social media is essential to the livelihood of any organization, big or small. You can get creative with what you post when you post, and how you interact with supporter responses, discussions, and content from other organizations and thought leaders.

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Qgiv

MAY 31, 2023

By now you probably know that you should have social media accounts for your nonprofit organization (and if you didn’t, now you do). Social media is a very effective method to connect with current and potential donors. But building a successful social media campaign is more than just creating a page or posting a picture.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

At this point, you’re probably finalizing your plans for the year-end giving season and preparing to put your fundraising and social engagement strategies into action as the first leaf turns orange. We’d guess that part of your strategy for Giving Tuesday involves leveraging social media.

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sgEngage

JULY 20, 2021

In our most recent white paper, “ Exploring Environmental Social Governance ” we include a section that picks apart the pieces of ESG, including a list of some of the items under the “social” category. Different countries face different challenges when it comes to social justice. Want to see what this looks like in action?

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Amy Sample Ward

APRIL 23, 2010

As social media tools like Twitter and Facebook become core components of nonprofit communication strategies, there is a corresponding need to assess how well programmatic messaging and organizational identity are propagating in those channels: “We Tweet; is anybody listening? If you missed the webinar, that’s okay!

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Socialbrite

MARCH 24, 2020

Take advantage of social media monitoring tools to advance your nonprofit’s cause. Social Data Analyst, Awario. To mobilize the public and inspire change, nonprofits need the right tools, and this goes for social media marketing more than anything. How nonprofits can use social listening. Post by Julia Miashkova.

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Media Cause

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Social media is an ever-evolving landscape, and deciding which platforms to use and how to manage your time can be challenging. Social media is a leading source for both finding information on and donating to nonprofits—being active on social media is no longer optional for nonprofits but essential. . Content matters.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

There are a variety of different ways that nonprofits use social media on a daily basis. But, what if you could use social media to overcome one of the biggest challenges that nonprofits have faced over the past year: creating communities for supporters to engage with one another? Engaging Supporters in the Community.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 28, 2018

Allison Fine and I have been actively researching and writing about AI for Social Good and Nonprofits. We are tracking reports, articles, and new items about AI and Social Good. They discussed more pragmatic than philosophical questions , particularly the ethical implications of AI. Here’s this month’s roundup.

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sgEngage

MARCH 18, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore the significance of advancing equity in philanthropic grantmaking and discuss actionable steps that donors, organizations, and social changemakers can take to make a meaningful impact. This means moving away from rigid funding structures and timelines toward more agile and responsive approaches.

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 4, 2010

It’s very inspiring to be part of a community dedicated to sharing and discussing and am thankful for all of you joining me! This switch will provide you with many more options for following conversations and will also save me a bit of time! We discussed my goals, content, community, and approach to the design process.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Then we had a discussion to pull highlight and discover different practices. I used this exercise right after lunch to avoid the after lunch energy drop and use the time for instruction. Energizers are activities designed to awaken a sleeping audience or activate a jaded one. Keynote at the Social Good Brasil Conference.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Allison Fine and I have been actively researching and writing about AI for Social Good and Nonprofits with an eye towards our next book. We are tracking the conversation and resources about AI and Nonprofits and social good. Bots are also not limited to social media. Here’s this month’s roundup.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Whether you are working within a funding organization or on the ground in social change, developing an effective knowledge practice will help to advance strategic missions and goals. Knowledge, however, is socially constructed and located specifically in place and time. Whether knowledge is spoken or not, it is public.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Allison Fine and I have been actively researching and writing about AI for Social Good and Nonprofits with an eye towards our next book. We are tracking the conversation and resources about AI and Nonprofits and social good. Social Change. AI Is Getting Better At Conversation. Here’s this month’s roundup.

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Amy Sample Ward

JULY 29, 2011

I recently had the opportunity to present a webinar for the National Center for Media Engagement , focused on community-driven engagement, and present a session at the Public Media Development and Marketing Conference , talking about building a social media strategy. Using Social Media. Engaging Community. Start Listening.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

At this point, you’re probably finalizing your plans for the year-end giving season and preparing to put your fundraising and social engagement strategies into action as the first leaf turns orange. We’d guess that part of your strategy for Giving Tuesday involves leveraging social media.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 18, 2010

As part of the process, we are facilitating “Conversational Case Studies” that explore some of the themes that have surfaced from surveys. This case study explores how a small nonprofit, Students for a Free Tibet (SFT) , a contest winner in the first and second America’s Giving Challenges, is using social media effectively.

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Achieve

JULY 2, 2019

Recently, I was asked to conduct a social media marketing workshop at Planet Philanthropy (an annual conference for fundraising professionals by. After what felt like hours of agonizing over potential topics, one of my coworkers suggested the idea to discuss common social media mistakes we see our clients making all the time!

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Greater Giving

MARCH 12, 2021

With new ideas and tweaks to the activities that would typically be included at in-person events, virtual galas can keep fundraising goals on track and even add to more than expected to the annual goal. Get the conversation started in an event chatroom. Immersive environments to create atmosphere at home. Shine a light on star talent.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 7, 2021

You’ll learn how Nonprofit Cloud can increase your organization’s social impact. In our Thought Leadership Spotlight, we’ll be hosting a conversation about organizational resilience and embracing a digital-first future. Our mainstage will feature celebrity speakers, musical performances, and more. The best part?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 17, 2021

The university now uses the collaboration tool to host classroom discussions, develop new courses, and support students — both on campus and online. And this type of work can be tough — some volunteers can go hours without having a conversation that really moves a voter. Empowering Social Responsibility Programs.

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TechImpact

AUGUST 4, 2014

Social Media can be a fickle beast. That’s been refined, edited twice, and is discussing a timely subject. You’re posting based on a calculated system , when the social media network in question is most active. You’re posting based on a calculated system , when the social media network in question is most active.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2020

She is also the Founder and CEO of Liz Ngonzi Transforms , a boutique international consulting firm that provides consulting, executive coaching, and training services that enable social sector leaders and entrepreneurs to increase their impact and reach their potential. Recent data indicates that there are in excess of 1.5

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

It’s incredibly important to acknowledge the overall public mindset and recognize the ever-evolving environment that your nonprofit currently exists in; but, it doesn’t need to completely define your organization or the conversation you’re having with your audiences. How will this year’s calendar: …have implications for timing?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 5, 2008

I met Ian Kennedy who is the product manager at MyBlogLog, a blogger social network. MyBlogLog recently implemented a new feature called " activity streams." Ian spoke on a panel called Social Networks and the Need for Feeds at Graphing Social Patterns. How does it change is you look at as 'social feeds."

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Classy

MAY 26, 2021

Check out the event’s website, app, or social media pages to find attendees, speakers, and panelists that will be at the conference. If you’re hoping to have a pointed conversation with a specific individual, read up on them ahead of time to make a positive impression. Be an Active, Intentional Participant . Nail the Follow-Up

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 6, 2014

The NetTalks series , which includes five sessions, is intended to spark a meaningful conversation around alumni engagement and supporting a broader community practice of effective alumni networks. The description: Using Social Media to Engage and Inspire Your Alumni Network.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 19, 2021

Corporate Social Integration – Looking Beyond the ‘Responsibility’ of a Business. We’re also thrilled to bring together several special guests for keynotes and fireside chat conversations! Don’t Configure Technology, Configure Its Users. Tim Lockie, Now It Matters. Jolene Chan, Michelle Malpass, Traction on Demand.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 4, 2020

It is likely that the questions and responses will prompt conversations between participants that can continue offline or in another session. When creating your event agenda, be sure to schedule a time for social interactions. Set up virtual meeting rooms, for example, so the audience can continue discussions after a session is done.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 3, 2022

Those who tuned in to the virtual event were treated to conversations with some incredible headliners, and heard nonprofit customers share their technology impact stories. . The two discussed innovative solutions to the challenges facing nonprofits. She’s held various leadership positions in her 13.5

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