Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 13, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Back Channels, Workflow, Data, Twitter, and me March 13, 2007 I read Beth’s recent blog entry on Twitter , and of course, the neo-luddite in me said “waste of time!&#

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2011

A comprehensive blog about all things related to Quick Response (QR) Codes, Augmented Reality (AR), and Near Field Communication (NFC). A handy little tool when designing a YouTube channel, Twitter profile, MySpace page, blog, etc. A handy little tool when designing a YouTube channel, Twitter profile, MySpace page, blog, etc.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

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. The title of this blog post is of course a wildly inaccurate claim. All communications were strictly limited to my blog, Twitter and Facebook. Here is what he learned. Definitely.

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Top Nonprofits

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Both online and in-person events have the potential to engage a wide range of supporters. In 2020, the pandemic and its resulting social distancing guidelines led nonprofits to experiment with virtual events (many of them for the first time). Galas have strong fundraising potential and are a staple of many nonprofits’ event season.

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JULY 21, 2021

Virtual and in-person events and meetings are a great way to connect with your loyal customers, make new ones, and grow your brand. But, to be successful, you need virtual meeting platforms that support growth acceleration and event goals. . Event customization / white label. Accelevents. Primary features include: .

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2010

(This post was originally posted on the Beautiful World blog, here.). As part of a blog series leading up to the event, I was asked to share some thoughts on the event, especially for those coming along for the first time that may not know what to expect. Tip #1: Share Great Stories. Lesson: Listen! Lesson: Ask!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 1, 2009

Within a few minutes and a couple of clicks, your nonprofit could have a new promotional video that you can use on your Web site, your Blog, in your e-mail newsletters, and on social networking sites. Then choose a song from Animoto’s music gallery and finally click “Create Video&#. That’s it!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 14, 2011

The training event, which will be live streamed starting at 9:00 am , will feature fundraising and social media gurus Katya Andresen, Danielle Brigida, Tracy Equality Viselli, Jocelyn Harmon and more. While they had a relatively smaller number of followers on Twitter or Facebook, they had focused on engaging their community online.

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AUGUST 2, 2021

Check out what to listen for in donor onboarding from the Agitator-Donor Voice blog. Music Lessons and Activities for Your Digital Classroom. They must write for the website, blog, email, social media, and more. . Not only did these experiences generate immediate revenue, they also built a community around the event. .

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NTEN

MARCH 31, 2012

Here’s how: On the NTEN Blog We’ll be streamlining coverage of 2012 NTC on the NTEN blog. Insider tip: Don’t miss the hilarious cartoon blogging sponsored by our friends at Rally. On Twitter The NTC conversation on Twitter is already picking up speed. You can follow just NTC news at [link].

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 15, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Welcome to the new blog! July 15, 2007 As you will have undoubtedly figured out – this blog moved! I’ve moved it off of Typepad, and onto Wordpress. I’d recommend it to anyone.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

OCTOBER 24, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Making a better, more findable blog October 24, 2007 I’ve gotten some nice kudos for my blog in the past few days, and it feels nice to know that people read the blog, and get something out of it.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 7, 2008

I have an icebreaker for workshop coming up that is Twitter on Paper. I just discovered this excellent primer to using Twitter called Tweeting for Companies 101 by Tara Hunt. My favorite section is about what to talk about on Twitter, a terrific list of what you should Tweet about. s blog posts that are of interest.

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Tech Soup

MAY 13, 2011

In the TechSoup premiere our new #NPLive interactive series of video events, join us to discuss The Future of Fundraising online in the social media matrix on Tuesday, May 24 at 11 a.m. In this unique, online, interactive (free) event - first in a monthly series - you get to see, hear, and ask questions directly to our panel of experts.

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Bloomerang

MAY 24, 2021

In the case of social and political upheaval, these might include coming together with others to advocate, share music and art, create and offer support (sometimes virtually). You may have transitioned in-person events to virtual ones , reasoning a half a loaf was better than none. . Your donors have experienced strong emotions too.

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DECEMBER 19, 2023

That’s just the start—nonprofit software tools come in many varieties, offering support for marketing, event planning, form building, and much more. Nonprofits can access a donation button they can add to their websites, along with text-to-give, peer-to-peer fundraising, crowdfunding, membership, and events features.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 17, 2008

So, if you want to catch up with me, email, and I’ll send you my phone # so you can call or text me, or twitter me. { So, if you want to catch up with me, email, and I’ll send you my phone # so you can call or text me, or twitter me. { I’m looking forward to it.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Audience size, breadth, and depth: If your organization has big lists, lots of traffic to your website or blog or social media pages, or big crowds at events, there are many ways to turn this into a donor benefit. Creative stuff: Things unique to your organization including the ability to create art, music, poetry, dance, etc.

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NTEN

APRIL 26, 2012

As Holly wrote in the #NTCFail blog post outlining the things that didn’t go as planned at the event, we value being open and accountable at NTEN. It felt as though I was backstage at a rock concert - everywhere I turned there were the experts I learn from and follow on Twitter or blog posts. I was a bit starstruck!

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 8, 2008

Thanks to twitter (hat tip to marshallk ), I learned about today’s big news: Google, Plaxo and Facebook joined the Data Portability working group. Update: LinkedIn, Flickr, SixApart and Twitter have now joined Dataportability.org. Read/Write Web and TechCruch have good coverage of this. This is, of course, great news.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 26, 2021

Promo video: This type of video gets supporters excited about an upcoming event, fundraiser, or activity. You compile photos and videos of your organization’s work and set the montage to music. Also identify music you want to use, if necessary, making sure you have authorization. Go where your audience is.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 19, 2008

Freelance Switch Gavin’s Digital Diner Idealware Jon Stahl’s Journal Lifehacker LinuxChix – Be Polite. Freelance Switch Gavin’s Digital Diner Idealware Jon Stahl’s Journal Lifehacker LinuxChix – Be Polite.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 26, 2007

November 26, 2007 I’m going to Zagreb, Croatia to be at Aspiration’s Open Translation event. It will be my first international open source event, and it’s an amazingly interesting topic. I’m really looking forward to it. So I am so excited to be going.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 3, 2008

It’s a conference that is an event of the Institute for Politics, Democracy and the Internet. I’ve never been – online politics has never really been my focus. But I’m quite looking forward to it. I’m looking forward to talking about free and open source software to this audience. {

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MAY 12, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology It’s been a while… May 13, 2008 As you’ve probably noticed, I haven’t been blogging a whole lot lately. I’ve been pretty busy with a variety of projects.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 14, 2008

There are an increasing number of third party apps that can use it (it supports the Twitter API.) twitter can’t do that What do you think? The documentation is a bit lacking, and it’s clear that it’s a very new project. So I’m on identi.ca now ( follow pearlbear ). But hopefully that will change. {

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Have Fun - Do Good

OCTOBER 4, 2011

"There's really no more rewarding work in the world than helping women and girls attain the highest possible quality of life." ~ Carinne Brody This month's Big Vision Podcast interview is special because it's part of the Girl Effect Blogging Campaign organized by Tara Sophia Mohr. Share Tweet.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 21, 2008

CiviCRM is a nonprofit-focused open source tool, centered around membership, fundraising, events and such. CiviCRM has 4 basic components: CiviContribute, CiviMail, CiviMember, and CiviEvents – which allow you to track contacts, donations, members, send out email blasts, have event registration, etc.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 30, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology What I’m learning November 30, 2007 It’s been mostly fun so far at the Open Translation event here in Zagreb. The event itself has been fab.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 14, 2008

Mostly, because I get to read blogs by people that aren’t on my list of feeds I read regularly. SOX First, which is a new blog to me, and focuses on Sarbanes-Oxely compliance, asks whether nonprofits hold the ethical high ground. Read the blog entry. And I get to highlight the work of some of my favorite bloggers, too.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 25, 2007

So, no blog posts from me here until I get back to work on October 1st. But I might write an entry or two on my personal blog , if you’re interested. { 1 trackback } Nonprofit Leadership, Innovation, and Change 09.29.07 at 6:09 pm { 1 comment… read it below or add one } 1 Robin 09.25.07 at 1:17 pm Happy writing!

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 9, 2008

It can keep track of your Twitter friends, etc. You can also use it as a blog editor, which I am going to start trying out. 1 trackback } Boy in the Bands » Blog Archive » Because the power of the Internet increases as people get connected. .&# For bookmarking, it uses your del.icio.us It’s amazingly good.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 27, 2006

Part III: Blogs, Podcasting and Vlogs September 27, 2006 When I start out these series, I seem to have an idea in hand about how to organize them, which, invariably, gets rearranged in the course of writing. So, here’s the post about Blogs, and their follow ons: podcasting and vlogging. Blogging is old hat. Such is life.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 3, 2008

Adobe (yeah, Adobe ) joined the Linux Foundation , and released a Linux alpha of Air , their new application platform. { Freelance Switch Gavin’s Digital Diner Idealware Jon Stahl’s Journal Lifehacker LinuxChix – Be Polite.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

FEBRUARY 5, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology New tools February 5, 2008 Last week, I spent too much time watching demos from DEMO , which is this twice yearly event that showcases the most bleeding edge internet technology.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 1, 2007

Music converters: [link] [link] [link] 3 Gordon Montgomery 11.20.07 Music converters: [link] [link] [link] 3 Gordon Montgomery 11.20.07 Music converters: [link] [link] [link] 3 Gordon Montgomery 11.20.07 The only thing that will be left is games. Welcome your new Penguin overlords ;-) 2 Gordon Montgomery 11.20.07

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 17, 2008

I started a little Twitter conversation about it, and people seemed intrigued. BlueAvocado is a new online blog/magazine/website specifically for folks who work in and with nonprofits. As a funder, you can put up RFPs (at a cost), and people can apply directly online. It looks interesting, and potentially useful.

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