Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 24, 2012

Note from Beth: Last week, I wrote about the launch of LinkedIn’s Board Connect tool that helps nonprofit identify potential board candidates through searching the networks of their board members on LinkedIn. 5 Ways to Make LinkedIn Board Connect Work for Your Nonprofit by Geri Stengel.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

We use automation to nudge this ‘community group’ into commenting on what they have seen in a familiar social media experience. The participant then invites into that group the people that they’ve identified as important to them, like their mum, teacher, or social worker.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 10, 2010

One of the most gratifying things about the publication of the book, The Networked Nonprofit , is that it has re-connected me to colleagues and past clients as well as making connections to new people. It was a good example of using a blog for nonprofits that we shared at Berkman Center Bloggers Meetup. Devon Smith. Manny Hernandez.

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 16, 2013

It is said time and time again, “donors are the lifeblood of our nonprofit.” ” Literally, they keep charity alive and help nonprofit organizations grow and flourish, so how do you keep your donors and sponsors interested in your nonprofit for years to come? Hands-on participation. Introduce them to your team.

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2023

One of the most pervasive problems in the nonprofit sector is getting your board to be more engaged , and more specifically, to increase board fundraising. That’s why many nonprofits are looking for options to engage board members in fundraising without requiring them to directly solicit people for money.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

And how they feel about their experience of giving to your nonprofit determines whether or not they stay in the relationship. Too many nonprofits think they’re doing a good job of building relationships, but they’re not. They want to feel good, knowing they made a good decision to give to your nonprofit.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 20, 2012

The cute animal theory has not gone unnoticed by nonprofits, even those that are not animal welfare organizations, zoos or aquariums are sharing content featuring cute animals on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. In less than a day, it has over 1 million views. And now, mobile. Primary measurement tool: Facebook Insights.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

A few years ago, a nonprofit executive was bragging to me about a fundraising breakthrough he had when he had gotten a new $5,000 donation from a local foundation and how much effort he, his board, his development director, and others spent wooing and making their case for the contribution. Schmaltz , ASU Lodestar Center. NMI Instructor /.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 6, 2013

He had spent his AmeriCorps term as a liaison between a mayor’s office and the homeless community, building relationships and creating resources. Countless organizations could benefit from Kyle’s skills, yet there is no system connecting national service alumni with nonprofits and public sector agencies most in need of young talent.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

For nonprofits, taking part in #GivingTuesday can be an effective boost to your annual campaign fundraising efforts. Lisa Narodick Colton , See3 , is working with a group of homeless organizations to increase awareness about issues and feel grateful for what they have. Let us know about your plans in the comments.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 19, 2007

Nonprofits still have decisions to make about what software to use. And, it’s still clear that CRM/Fundraising software is where the money and resources are going in nonprofit software development. Technorati Tags: crm , fundraising { 1 comment… read it below or add one } 1 Chris Blow 01.20.07

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 19, 2007

Nonprofits still have decisions to make about what software to use. And, it’s still clear that CRM/Fundraising software is where the money and resources are going in nonprofit software development. Technorati Tags: crm , fundraising { 1 comment… read it below or add one } 1 Chris Blow 01.20.07

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 10, 2009

With the big holiday charitable giving season just around the corner, there's a host of cause-related giving campaigns waiting in software launch and nonprofits gearing up for their end-of-the-year efforts. Take for example Big Warm Up , a campaign by Lands End to encourage people to donate winter coats to homeless people.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

The world is better when nonprofits can better tell their story. This roundup of face-to-face nonprofit tech events includes meetups from NetSquared , NTEN's Tech Clubs , and other awesome organizations. Check each month that there are events in each region, and comment out the un-necessary regions.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

According to the Urban Institute’s latest report on the nonprofit sector, fully one third of U.S. charities are devoted to the work of human services like providing food to the hungry, shelter to the homeless, care to the sick, and legal aid to the dispossessed. Most Nonprofits Lack The Software They Need.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 21, 2015

The nonprofit has two cybercenters and two cybercafes spread out across Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island. One of the projects this organization is working on is called Connect 4 Life , a mobile phone program for LGBT homeless youth. They can also search for employment or job opportunities and learn about using social media.

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NTEN

MARCH 25, 2011

We're big fans of the video work Mark Horvath has done with Invisible People , his site dedicated to giving homelessness a name. If you already are, tell us about it in comment, below!) The recent DoGooder Nonprofit Video Awards showed that great videos can be made even on a tight budget.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 5, 2016

There are a lot of ways nonprofit organizations can tell their stories. Most often, nonprofit storytelling is referenced in terms of organizations creating and sharing their own stories. This is one area where traditional nonprofits can take a cue from advocacy groups to tap into issues that are already top of mind for the public.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Check out this great compilation of '' Must-Read Online Fundraising, Social Media and Mobile Communications Reports for Nonprofits '', assembled by Tech for Good. Another resource roundup comes from Kivi Leroux Miller , who hosted the August edition of the Nonprofit Blog Carnival, themed, ''Getting Along with Others'' in the nonprofit world.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Check out this great compilation of '' Must-Read Online Fundraising, Social Media and Mobile Communications Reports for Nonprofits '', assembled by Tech for Good. Another resource roundup comes from Kivi Leroux Miller , who hosted the August edition of the Nonprofit Blog Carnival, themed, ''Getting Along with Others'' in the nonprofit world.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 18, 2010

Nonprofit consultant Hildy Gottlieb has been a vocal skeptic and is deeply philosophically opposed to online contests as a method of change in the social sector. While as of this writing, his organization is in the bottom 25% of the leaderboard he shares a few points below about why contests like this can be helpful for small, new nonprofits.

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Tech Soup

JULY 24, 2012

Get practical advice on live-streaming an activist event and making an all-star meme for your nonprofit. From the Nonprofit Commons. Get inspired with these digital storytelling examples: raising awareness of homelessness and sharing indigenous stories online. Tell us about it in the comments!

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Has your nonprofit identified an unaddressed need within your community? Volunteers provide nonprofits with the on-the-ground support they need to further their missions, whether that means helping to build homes, providing meals for food-insecure families, mentoring local youths, or cleaning up trash at local parks.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

How, then, should a nonprofit. As a frugal, belt-watching nonprofit professional, it's not too hard to be skeptical. on homeless issues, access to healthcare, or wetland preservation are. nonprofit professionals not to take their work home, or to access. For hardware, the time that differentiates. Your new iPhone.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 27, 2010

I feel that my technology training for nonprofits work is more like a calling for me than simply a job or career. For the past 15 years, I have been excited about nonprofit technology training design and delivery and it is what I will continue to focus on as part of my role at Zoetica over the coming years.

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BoardAssist

JUNE 17, 2014

They feed the hungry and house the homeless. Every time you comment, you further solidify your commitment to the challenge. With that in mind, provide a comment below about who, when, and how you will follow up with your donors. fundraising nonprofit boards philanthropy' Think about what they do for your organization.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 5, 2010

I spoke about free agent fundraisers and the networked nonprofit. Each of the speakers had their photo on black and white silk screen in the area outside the main room and participants could leave you notes and comments. Mark Horvath shared how he searches on Twitter for the words "homeless" and either educates or empowers.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 5, 2008

Nineteen nonprofit folks left comments and the lucky winner is Maureen Mayer selected by random. shall comment no further, but I need some help! for poverty, hunger and homeless advocacy and change. Last week Ben Rigby of Mobile Voter, and the folks from Rock the Vote gave me a copy of their a new book. 3 months in a row.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 14, 2011

I said that I wished contest designers would take a Hippocratic Oath to do no harm to nonprofits! They’ve also leveled the playing field and have a special category for smaller nonprofits (under $1 million budget). And there is also an award category for individual champion, whether board members, volunteers, or a free agent.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 19, 2011

As part of a continuing weekly series, each Friday we invite a nonprofit expert from our academic faculty to highlight a research report or study and discuss how it can inform and improve day-to-day nonprofit practice. We welcome your comments and feedback. But doing it right? That can be tricky. Become an exhibitor!

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 2, 2017

This roundup of face-to-face nonprofit tech events includes meetups from NetSquared , NTEN's Tech Clubs , and other awesome organizations. Check each month that there are events in each region, and comment out the un-necessary regions. Happy Hour with Nonprofit Tech Luminaries. NTEN Presents: Oregon Nonprofit Tech Roundup.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 9, 2014

Are mobile phones a lifeline for homeless people? Homeless people use mobile phones to break their isolation, find food and shelter, and connect with the people they care about. Just like any single thing, mobile phones are a help, but not a cure for homelessness. Assuredly they are. The Indiegogo Crowdfunding Campaign.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 2, 2011

Some examples Fine provided: My First Night Homeless: A True Story , What It's Like to Spend 12 Years in a California Women's Prison , Being Teacher Jane. Examples: With School Children Raising Money for Nonprofits, What Is the Line Between Engagement and Exploitation? Feel free to share them in the comments section below.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 11, 2015

Nonprofits are turning more and more toward grants as a source of funding for their causes, and that’s not a bad idea—if and only if you can devote the necessary time and energy into it. McKinney Vento Homeless. Link to it in the comments and help our readers out! You’re going to mess something up. London Family Center.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 10, 2013

The participants were tasked with developing digital tools to help nonprofits and government agencies work better together. Another interesting concept was a mobile tech shop for homeless shelters. Share your experiences with us in the comments! Burlington, VT Day of Civic Hacking. ReWrite Oakland.

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Tech Soup

MAY 11, 2015

So it's refreshing to come to an event where techies and nonprofits convene to solve deep, real problems that plague our community. They're also a useful way for nonprofits to connect with local developers if they're interested in building an app. The app also has a built-in survey tool as another means of collecting data.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 31, 2016

But for now, Listening and feedback loops are important skills for nonprofit leaders and for organizations to get better results. Do nonprofits and foundations listen to the people they seek to help and act on what they hear? But, most nonprofits do NOT collect feedback in an ongoing, systematic way. The answer is…sort of….

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