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Open Source Database solutions part I

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Open Source Database solutions part I January 1, 2007 I’m throwing up my hands. more on Open Standards and Benkler (actually, Benkler is up next – I’ve got two chapters to review).

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Open Source Database solutions part I

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Open Source Database solutions part I January 1, 2007 I’m throwing up my hands. more on Open Standards and Benkler (actually, Benkler is up next – I’ve got two chapters to review).

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Thoughts on the Blackbaud – Convio deal

Robert Weiner

I’ve also been compiling a list of every donor database I come across at https://socialsourcecommons.org/toolbox/show/1661. Supports multiple locations or chapters, multiple currencies, multiple languages, and multiple character sets. I’m more concerned about the top end of the market. Software alone seldom gets the job done.

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Inspire a New Generation of Donors: Text-to-Give for Nonprofits

The Modern Nonprofit

By incorporating text-to-give in your fundraising strategy, you’re speaking their language and ushering in a new wave of tech-savvy philanthropists. Let’s write this new chapter of fundraising together! To tap into this network of potential supporters, let’s meet them where they already are – their phones.

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AFP ICON 2023 Recap

Qgiv

In their research project “Exploring the Love Language of Fundraising,” Jen and Adrian are uncovering how often the nonprofit sector focuses on money within their messaging – “Your gift can” or “Thank you for your donation” – which establishes a transactional relationship with them. They also uncovered how “It’s not about how we talk to them.

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New Book: How To Implement Multichannel Online Campaigns

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

As a trainer, I was most interested in Chapter 7 about equipping your organization to do multi-channel campaigns. Develop shared language. The chapter goes on to outline different the optimum staffing for multichannel campaigns. Database Manager. So, I’ve been practicing by creating visual notes. Web Producer.

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Nonprofit Strategic Planning: Ultimate Guide + 7 Examples

Bloomerang

He may have a goal to leverage the information in your new donor database to foster relationships and grow major giving by 10% in the coming year. This statement should use precise language but non-finite verbs. This model never looks the same for two organizations. Your mission statement should dive into why your organization exists.

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