Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2011

Technology and Community: Strategic Options for Movement Building. How many people hear that word and think it is just as generic as the word community? To that end, siloed brands are replaced by unifying goals that rally more than select individuals but entire communities. The full keynote and presentation are below.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 23, 2022

According to Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study, while data analytics is a higher priority for organizations, just one-third of association professionals report their data is excellent or very good. Take the process a step further by adopting a data governance policy at your association.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Recognizing that the effects of climate change aren’t equal, this lab aims to co-design a technology solution to support low-income communities of color that are most impacted by the climate crisis. Impact Labs convenes community experts across sectors to co-create new technology solutions to support specific issue areas.

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Forum One

JANUARY 17, 2024

Here’s what we’re seeing as the biggest priorities for our partners across the nonprofit and government space to address this year. At this sea-change moment, we’re working with organizations to set holistic AI strategies and governance as part of their core organizational strategies, not just digital strategy.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 10, 2014

At TechSoup, we believe in digital inclusion and using technology for social good. When we hear about nonprofits like Community Technology Alliance (CTA), we get really excited. This San Jose, CA-based organization provides technology and services to agencies that work directly with the homeless in their community.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Nonprofit organizations are beginning to use indirect costs more frequently in their budgeting processes, whether or not they are pursuing government grants. For example, Colleen is a program director at the local community center that offers senior programs and afterschool programs for youth. operating costs).

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Even though inflation made dollars not stretch as far, world events and climate disasters increased need across many communities. Create an Operating Reserve Fund (or Review Your Policy) An operating reserve is a crucial part of creating a strong financial foundation for your organization.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

I started the social culture discussion with a story describing an Twitter and board meeting experiment I did back in 2008. The last chapter of the Networked Nonprofit is on networked governance. What type of policy is needed related to me having contact with them on FB? Board source. View more presentations from Beth Kanter.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Loss of investigative reporting: Investigative journalism, which is often resource-intensive, has suffered in many areas, leading to reduced oversight of local government and institutions. Research and advocacy: Conduct research on the state of local journalism, produce reports, and advocate for policies that support the industry.

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Journal Local News Fund 96

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

APRIL 26, 2009

One of the highlights of last week's Social Enterprise Alliance's Summit was the Launch of the Policy Track. A lot of cool things happened in the policy track (even I spoke), but I think the interesting thing was Carlos' comments. According to Carlos, the Office is part of the domestic policy team inside the White House.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 16, 2017

Self-driving cars are not science fiction; they are a reality on Arizona roads today and will only continue to become more prevalent as technology reaches its full potential. Technological progress is going to leave behind some people, perhaps even a lot of people, as it races ahead” (Brynjolfsson and McAfee, 10-11).

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Although nonprofits are often composed of good, trustworthy individuals, there are still times when someone close to an organization steals its money or technology. Strengthen Your Organization’s Internal Controls Internal controls are policies and procedures that nonprofits put in place to help avoid risky situations. Compliance.

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Management Strategy International Nonprofit 72

Non Profit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In an effort to turn this trend around, the MacArthur Foundation unveiled in September 2023 the Press Forward initiative, a coalition of 22 founding donors set on “strengthening communities and democracy by supporting local news.” The MacArthur Foundation itself pledged $150 million to the new fund. We have a crisis in our country,” Im adds.

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Local Pledge News Support 102

The MatrixFiles

MAY 1, 2024

So many of our clients are revisiting their strategic plans, most are upending their conferences, some are rethinking their member types, and so many are tweaking their governance. WHO we serve isn’t changing – we’re still committed and focused on the association and nonprofit community.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The Davey Award winners have been announced, and we’re proud to say that Forum One and our amazing clients have officially won 10 awards in website and app design for nonprofits, health, government, cultural institutions, and more. Forum One worked with the National Rural Health Resource Center to design their new website in Drupal 9.

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Award Museum Kansas City Drupal 90

EveryAction

AUGUST 3, 2023

Your board members can play a crucial role in nonprofit governance and as potential major donors. From personalized solicitation efforts and effective stewardship to leveraging best-in-class technology and data-driven insights, think of these strategies as your roadmap for optimal major giving success!

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Tech Soup

JULY 16, 2013

Libraries, nonprofits, and schools are already working hard to teach digital skills and competency, but they need support of the entire community to help people thrive in the technology age. Access to technology is important, but teaching computer and information technology skills is just as vital.

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Digital Literacy Community Build 66

Forum One

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

GOLD – Community Website. The Livability Index scores neighborhoods and communities across the U.S. This is a ground-breaking web-based tool built using JavaScript technologies that presents the clearest picture yet of how well a community meets the current and future needs of people of all ages, incomes, ethnicities, and abilities.

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Award Washington National Drupal 76

Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 22, 2022

At Salesforce.org, we are proud to see how much of our community — whether it’s our employees, our partners, or the nonprofits we support — is jumping in through funding, advocacy, or volunteering. No one individual, company, government agency, or nonprofit can go it alone. Mission: Improving air quality through community partnerships.

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Ireland Challenge Empowerment Local 97

Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 6, 2022

And this year the theme is “Only One Earth,” highlighting the need for us all to live sustainably and in harmony with nature by making transformative changes in our policies and our choices. This transformation must happen in our communities, in our workplaces, and in ourselves. Funding Community-Led Climate Action.

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Candid

JULY 2, 2021

Announced at the Generation Equality Forum convened by UN Women and co-hosted by the governments of Mexico and France, the Gates Foundation's commitment will focus on three areas: women's economic empowerment, health and family planning, and leadership. Ford Foundation press release 06/30/2021.

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Forum One

JUNE 8, 2022

Forum One received 11 awards in seven categories in this year’s awards for excellence and distinction in website design, development, and digital strategy across the categories of government, DEI, education, arts, health, cultural institutions, and annual reports for corporate communications. Excellence – Website for Government.

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

While studies show that workers with bachelor’s degrees have higher lifetime earnings and lower poverty rates than those without, technology has changed the workforce. Declining enrollment leads to not only decreased tuition revenue but also diminished government funding and reduced philanthropic support. For example, the U.S.

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Education Student Award University 83

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

An expert on agricultural economics and spatial analysis, Jerry most recently served as a Senior Research Fellow at the International Food Policy Research Institute in Washington, DC, where he led major projects on food security and climate change issues.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Impact Labs convenes community experts, or fellows, across sectors to co-create new technology solutions to support specific issue areas, including homelessness , equity in education , and climate justice. As a team, we discussed opportunity areas that emerged from our early conversations with the Community Fellows.

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Candid

DECEMBER 10, 2021

government effort to deliver at least 40 percent of the benefits from federal investments in climate and clean energy to disadvantaged communities; $51 million in support of land restoration in the United States and Africa; and $1.5 Grants totaling $23.5 million in support of tracking and monitoring efforts. public health system.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 26, 2024

It was also the year that most companies and CEOs reaffirmed their commitment to the importance of environmental, social, and governance impact work. The powerful role of technology On the technological side, 2023 was also a year where we saw tremendous advancements in artificial intelligence (AI).

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 20, 2013

"We hope that free Wi-Fi will be a resource that the city and other local groups will be able to use in their efforts to bridge the digital divide and make their community stronger," said Veronica Bell, a senior manager for public policy and government relations at Google, in a statement. Microsoft's YouthSpark.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 30, 2012

The April edition of Nonprofits Live looked at environmental policy, sustainable practices, and nonprofit sustainability case studies. and Zoey Kroll from the City of San Francisco's Department of Environment (SFDOE) ; and Jamie Henn, communications director at 350.org. Cloud Technology for Collaboration. org proves true.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

The Livability Index scores neighborhoods and communities across the U.S. This is a ground-breaking web-based tool built using JavaScript technologies that presents the clearest picture yet of how well a community meets the current and future needs of people of all ages, incomes, ethnicities, and abilities.

Award 46

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The Livability Index scores neighborhoods and communities across the U.S. This is a ground-breaking web-based tool built using JavaScript technologies that presents the clearest picture yet of how well a community meets the current and future needs of people of all ages, incomes, ethnicities, and abilities.

Award 46

Award Colorado Washington Children 46

Forum One

AUGUST 31, 2023

The new American Jazz Museum brand positions the museum to be a beacon of rich history and vibrancy for the community and neighborhood and attract audiences from around the country to experience music from a range of eras and artists. To date, more than 400,000 pages of records have been transcribed.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 19, 2023

Create an Operating Reserve Fund (or Review Your Policy) An operating reserve is a crucial part of creating a strong financial foundation for your organization. Tip 1: If you have an operating reserve, review your policy. Update the policy based on your current and future needs.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 12, 2015

One finalist's pitch was: "We have buy-in from the community, we have rich networks on the ground, and we are building on pre-existing technologies." Empowering Marginalized Communities Using Technology. Dd's mission is "to empower marginalized communities to use technology to defend their rights."

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Marketing & Communications. Nonprofit Technology, and more! The 36th Annual Nonprofit Organizations Institute will feature nationally recognized experts from private foundations, public charities, law, finance, and government discussing the latest tax, legislative and governance issues affecting nonprofit organizations.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 19, 2021

OFM: A Model for Partner Participation in Open Source Community Projects. Don’t Configure Technology, Configure Its Users. He will lead us through a session on learning tangible, actionable solutions for being actively anti-racist in our organizations and communities. Tim Lockie, Now It Matters. Grow Sustainably with Jo Fairley.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

These fragile environments mean that those using Salesforce technologies have to take into account a whole set of additional potential threats, such as considering the theft or capture of trusted devices, or personnel may be forced to divulge login information under duress. Alex Parker. Senior Platform Architect, Salesforce.org.

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