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Open for comment: Proposed changes to Candid’s taxonomy

Candid

JUNE 5, 2023

Starting today and through August 5, 2023, we are making the proposed changes available for public comment. We’re sincerely grateful to the organizations and individuals who have made such thoughtful recommendations to date, and we look forward to receiving broader feedback during this public comment period.

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The Death of the Open Metric (and other freak outs)

sgEngage

AUGUST 10, 2021

Mostly, I open lots of messages with which I don’t truly engage. In our current engagement tracking, we tend to rely very heavily on opens as confirmation our message was enjoyed and appreciated, but I think we all know that’s not really an accurate tracking mechanism. Impact of iOS 15 Update On Open Tracking.

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Metrics Open Blackbaud gMail

Unlock Fans While Engaging Supporters Beyond Like, Share and Comment

Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

At the same time I have watched organization struggle to engage with Facebook supporters in meaningful ways using just the actions Facebook has provided; Like, Share, or Comment. Facebook’s new Open Graph is designed to support the viral growth of highly relevant actions. We also give action takers other ways to help spread the word.

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Comment Share Support Facebook

From Problem Child to Genius—Energizing Chapters

.orgSource

MAY 19, 2021

The comments on my Facebook page tell an interesting story. Everyone isn’t jumping on Open Table or heading to the movies. The smiles are back! Yesterday the CDC announced that anyone who is fully vaccinated need not wear a mask in most circumstances. Some of us are quite happy, thank you very much, […].

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Open Source vs. Proprietary: Overview

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

FEBRUARY 28, 2011

Comparisons of open source vs. proprietary development environments (i.e. And I’ll highlight where the comparisons are interesting and compelling, especially for nonprofit organizations. PHP vs.NET and that sort of thing.). Non-profit CRM (including “SaaS&# in the proprietary camp). CRM/ERP more generally.

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Open Source Open Comparison Software

Open Community and Nonprofit Techies

NetWits

NOVEMBER 9, 2010

They’re doing a virtual book tour exploring concepts from Open Community : a little book of big ideas for associations navigating the social web. In this post, Maddie and Lindy answer a few questions for the NetWits Think Tank community (Oh, and please ask more in the comments. Why did you write Open Community?

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Must-Read Digital Marketing & Fundraising Reports for Nonprofits Worldwide

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 14, 2021

If you would like to suggest a specific report be added to the list, please contact Heather Mansfield or post a link in the comment section below. 2021 Global NGO Technology Survey & Open Data Project :: Take the Survey. Open data is the idea that some data should be freely available to everyone to use a nd republish as they wish.

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Report Digital South Africa Marketing

Nine Teddy Bear-Approved Tips for Getting Comments On Your Blog

NTEN

JULY 6, 2011

Ask open-ended, rather than yes/no questions, to get the most thoughtful, personal responses and open up the room for others. Read comments carefully and be sure to have the author/poster/someone from your organization answer questions. Send them the post ahead of time, so they’re well prepared to make a real value-add comment.

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Comment Tips Contest Facebook

Drupal security, and other CMS Report comments

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 3, 2009

You might think that comparing four different open source packages that, in essence, do pretty the same thing (in a broad sense) would be a cakc walk. I’m sure that Four Kitchens, and most open source software developers agree with that perspective. Tags: CMS Open Source drupal idealware plone security.

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Drupal Comment Report Open Source

News in open source and open standards

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 3, 2008

Venture capitalists are liking open source more and more. More $ toward open source is a tide that lifts all boats. Interestingly enough, lots of developing world countries voted against it. Interestingly enough, lots of developing world countries voted against it. There’s lots of great details on Groklaw. Be Helpful.

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Open Source Open News Adobe

Last Chance on Net Neutrality: FCC Public Comment Period Ends Tomorrow!

Tech Soup

JULY 14, 2014

Tomorrow is the last day to submit your feedback to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) during their public comment period on Net Neutrality, so there is time to have your voice heard to help reverse the dismantling of the open Internet. Please visit the site to view this video).

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Comment Public Library Internet

Open Badges – What you need to know

Gyrus

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

Open Badges – What you need to know. Though there are many beliefs as to the best way to establish a badging program, it is hard to argue the fundamental benefits of OpenBadges.org and the flexibility that an open standards system provides. Open Badges Capabilities. Open Standard. Easy Issuing.

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Badge Open Linkedin Award

Open source your Open Social Apps?

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 21, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Open source your Open Social Apps? Which lead me to think about the idea of open sourcing OpenSocial apps. Can we build a library of OpenSocial applications that have open source licenses?

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Drupal security, and other CMS Report comments

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 3, 2009

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Drupal security, and other CMS Report comments April 3, 2009 Now that the Idealware CMS report is out, I get to have my say about it. Here’s the first post, there might be more to come. 7 admin 04.07.09

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Free and open source tool #15: MPower Open CRM

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 14, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and open source tool #15: MPower Open CRM April 14, 2008 I am so far behind, it’s not funny. What’s new about MPower is that it has very recently been released as open source.

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Open Source Open Tools Free

Last Chance on Net Neutrality: FCC Public Comment Period Ends Friday!

Tech Soup

JULY 17, 2014

Update: Due to overwhelming demand on the FCC's website, causing intermittent outages, they have extended the deadline for comments through midnight on Friday, July 18 , so there is still time to put your opinion in. Please visit the site to view this video).

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Comment Public Library Internet

Open Social != Open Data

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Open Social != Open Data November 8, 2007 As the hype (which, I agree I have contributed to ) around OpenSocial dies down, the reality behind OpenSocial becomes clear. Be Helpful.

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Open Data Social Mashup

Vote and Comment for ALL these Awesome Nonprofit Panels at SXSW!

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 16, 2011

The final program is selected through a combination of an open submission and voting process. The process has opened – so you can browse and vote for the nonprofit panels you think are worthy of being on the program until September 2, 2011. Share the link, title, and names in the comments.

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Comment Chad ROI Austin

Throwing Open The Doors

Museum 2.0

AUGUST 13, 2019

I mean it had its doors open. Walking in, I couldn’t help but ask the staff member about the doors being open. She said well, we wanted to show we’re open and our installations don’t have temperature control issues. We went in to find well-written labels, solid engagement strategies, and a kind, open staff member.

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Open Museum Ohio Children

SaaS vs. Open Source

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 24, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology SaaS vs. Open Source September 24, 2008 I just finished writing a post for the Idealware blog about choosing SaaS vs. Open source. SaaS is not, by definition either proprietary or open source.

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Open Source Open API Software

Eight Point Checklist For Stellar GivingTuesday Subject Lines

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 13, 2023

To ensure that your GivingTuesday subject lines get your emails opened, these eight criteria will win the day. Here’s what one expert fundraiser declares: “ If your fundraising emails didn’t get opened there’s one big thing you can do to fix that: change your subject line. .” Follow them closely. How important?

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Rate email Attention Open

Platforms break open, part II

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

OCTOBER 18, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Platforms break open, part II October 18, 2007 The dust is settling. I have a few comments. Methinks vendors in this space still just don’t grok, really, what “open&# means. Be Helpful.

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Open Platform Kintera API

New Study Highlights What People Like, Comment, and Share on Facebook

Care2

JUNE 23, 2012

However, Zarella found that text generates more comments on Facebook, which I believe is much more valuable then a passive “thumbs up, see ya later.” That is a drop in the bucket compared to the average open rates of emails alerts, which is 14% and the average click rate of 2.1%. People Comment the Most on Text Updates.

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Comment Studies Facebook Share

Open Social Networks

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 5, 2007

I linked to a great thought piece a while back on opening up the social graph (that is, your network of friends.) I linked to a great thought piece a while back on opening up the social graph (that is, your network of friends.) Jon Stahl pointed me to a great article , also about opening up the social graph. 2 admin 11.10.07

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Social Network Open Network Social

That's Not Nice! Top 10 Tips for Responding to Negative Comments

NTEN

NOVEMBER 12, 2010

Here’s what some social media pros -- and our own Facebook fans -- have to say about responding to negative comments on blogs, forums and Facebook. Open the Playground, Post the Rules. If a comment contains information about you that is inaccurate or incorrect, play an active role in correcting it. Just the Facts.

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Comment Guidelines Social Media Tips

Open content business models

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

DECEMBER 1, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Open content business models December 1, 2007 I’m at the Open Translation event, and we’ve just had a great session on open content business models. Be Helpful.

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Model Content Open Business

What We Talk About When Talk About Open Data

Tech Soup

DECEMBER 16, 2014

But surprisingly few nonprofits are talking about open data. The government is even planning to appoint a chief data officer to manage the effort, earning praise from the Open Data Institute as the most advanced government in the field of open data. According to the Open Data Institute, open data saved Canada $3.2

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Open Data San Francisco Denmark

Speaking of open social networks …

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 14, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Speaking of open social networks … August 14, 2008 I just joined identi.ca. at 5:50 am { 1 comment… read it below or add one } 1 Beth Kanter 08.15.08 You can log in using OpenID. Be Helpful.

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Social Network Open Network Open Source

Platforms break open!

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

OCTOBER 15, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Platforms break open! Open has 3 components, APIs, Database Connectors, and Extensions. Bottom line: Kintera takes some important steps to open up their application. You make your own conclusions.

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Open Platform Kintera API

Open Source Feminism?

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 12, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Open Source Feminism? She’s got some great video blogging, including a short one on “ open source feminism.&# Let’s get together! at 2:50 pm Thanks for shout out. of women in FLOSS?

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Open Source Open Summary DC

Movable Type goes Open Source

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

DECEMBER 13, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Movable Type goes Open Source December 13, 2007 This is old news, sort of. They are really putting their money where their mouth is, in terms of working toward more openness. Be Helpful.

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Open Source Open Typepad WordPress

Consider social media sharing as a form of generosity this GivingTuesday

Candid

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Most prioritize content that other people are liking, sharing, and commenting on. Basically, if you want more people to see your GivingTuesday posts, you need your followers to reshare, comment, and like your social media content in advance. Communicate that every comment, like, and share can help boost the post.

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Free and Open Source Tool #16: CiviCRM

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 21, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and Open Source Tool #16: CiviCRM April 21, 2008 In honor of the webinar that is happening in a couple of weeks, I figured I’d talk a bit about CiviCRM. Be Helpful.

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Open Source Open Tools Free

The power of open source VOIP

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

DECEMBER 18, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology The power of open source VOIP December 18, 2007 Today seems to be Asterisk day. Asterisk is the open source PBX application that works by using VOIP. What is Asterisk, you ask? Be Helpful.

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Open Source Open Case Study RSS

MPower Open keeps moving forward

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 6, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology MPower Open keeps moving forward July 6, 2008 This is old news, but I’ve been busy. MPower Open is now on Sourceforge , they released their product under the GPL v3. Bad Blogger! (I

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Onboarding New Staff During a Pandemic and the Power of Company Fundamentals

The MatrixFiles

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Here’s the trick: each week, we pick a fundamental and every meeting opens with a discussion about that fundamental. During staff meetings, I take the fundamental and ask if someone would like to comment on it. When in doubt, act with urgency. Everything has a timeline.

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10 Digital Marketing & Fundraising Trends for Nonprofits in 2022

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 8, 2021

to your unengaged subscribers: Added before 60 days + Have not opened any of your last 20 email campaigns. Resending your email campaigns within 3-7 days can increase your email engagement (opens and clicks) by 40%. Follow, Like, Comment and Study Nonprofits on TikTok. Manage Your Email List. ConstantContact ].

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Trend Digital Marketing Fundraising

Ubuntu open week

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 26, 2006

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Ubuntu open week November 26, 2006 Next week is Ubuntu Open Week , a series of events and classes about Ubuntu Linux , and for people interested in getting involved in Ubuntu. Be Helpful.

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Free and Open Source tool #14: SugarCRM

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 27, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and Open Source tool #14: SugarCRM March 27, 2008 Since I’ve been covering CRMs for the webinar today, I figured I’d switch categories on my free and open source software list.

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Open Source Open Tools Free

Reaping the Benefit of Open Platforms

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 6, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Reaping the Benefit of Open Platforms September 6, 2007 One of the cool things about free and open source software is that often (not always, but often) they provide an open platform for add-ons.

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Platform Benefit Open Open Source

Gender, Race and Open Source

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JUNE 29, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Gender, Race and Open Source June 29, 2007 My session on Free and Open Source software and the US Social Forum went great yesterday. The presentation is available on my wiki (it’s at the bottom.)

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Open Source Open Software Music

Free and Open Source Tool #13: Flock

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 9, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and Open Source Tool #13: Flock March 9, 2008 I’m running behind, so I need to catch up in the next week or so. at 9:01 am { 1 comment… read it below or add one } 1 Robin 03.16.08

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Open Source Open Tools Free

Free and open source tool #12: Miro

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

FEBRUARY 26, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and open source tool #12: Miro February 26, 2008 Miro used to be called “Democracy Player&#. Miro is basically a video player, which can recognize RSS feeds, and automatically download videos.

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Open Source Open Tools Free

Open Source CRMs – people like them?

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

DECEMBER 12, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Open Source CRMs – people like them? and although the sample sizes were small, and not representative of the nonprofit sector as a whole, the people surveyed seemed to like the open source tools available.

Open Source

Open Source Open People Survey

Open for comment: Proposed changes to Candid’s taxonomy

The Death of the Open Metric (and other freak outs)

Trending Sources

Unlock Fans While Engaging Supporters Beyond Like, Share and Comment

From Problem Child to Genius—Energizing Chapters

Open Source vs. Proprietary: Overview

Open Community and Nonprofit Techies

Must-Read Digital Marketing & Fundraising Reports for Nonprofits Worldwide

Nine Teddy Bear-Approved Tips for Getting Comments On Your Blog

Drupal security, and other CMS Report comments

News in open source and open standards

Last Chance on Net Neutrality: FCC Public Comment Period Ends Tomorrow!

Open Badges – What you need to know

Open source your Open Social Apps?

Drupal security, and other CMS Report comments

Free and open source tool #15: MPower Open CRM

Last Chance on Net Neutrality: FCC Public Comment Period Ends Friday!

Open Social != Open Data

Vote and Comment for ALL these Awesome Nonprofit Panels at SXSW!

Throwing Open The Doors

SaaS vs. Open Source

Eight Point Checklist For Stellar GivingTuesday Subject Lines

Platforms break open, part II

New Study Highlights What People Like, Comment, and Share on Facebook

Open Social Networks

That's Not Nice! Top 10 Tips for Responding to Negative Comments

Open content business models

What We Talk About When Talk About Open Data

Speaking of open social networks …

Platforms break open!

Open Source Feminism?

Movable Type goes Open Source

Consider social media sharing as a form of generosity this GivingTuesday

Free and Open Source Tool #16: CiviCRM

The power of open source VOIP

MPower Open keeps moving forward

Onboarding New Staff During a Pandemic and the Power of Company Fundamentals

10 Digital Marketing & Fundraising Trends for Nonprofits in 2022

Ubuntu open week

Free and Open Source tool #14: SugarCRM

Reaping the Benefit of Open Platforms

Gender, Race and Open Source

Free and Open Source Tool #13: Flock

Free and open source tool #12: Miro

Open Source CRMs – people like them?

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