Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

There are definitely times when community building and even campaigning or organizing feels just like that! I’m excited to see the proposal gain momentum and hopefully move to implementation soon! Have you ever heard the phrase “herding cats&# used for our work? Background.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 8, 2010

A Policy Update from an engineer, Jim Fruchterman of Benetech June 8, 2010 The international copyright negotiations in Geneva around a proposed Treaty for the Visually Impaired (“TVI”) have been steadily heating up. The Proposals A. Joint Recommendation Proposal (US-JR). The African Union Proposed Treaty (“AUPT”).

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Accessibility Global Copyright Law 133

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 9, 2019

The author, Eirini Maliaraki, an interaction designer, argues for more precise definition of the emerging field “AI for Good,” with a focus on outcomes, not the technology. The article includes list of proposed best practices for use of AI in development and other social good fields.

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Hype Digital Proposal Podcast 104

Museum 2.0

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Then, I get home, confined to the couch with a terrible sinus headache, to find ICOM was debating the definition of a museum. I have many thoughts about the ICOM definitions. Sure, some of the people working on the definition have been informed. As as Katie Eagleton brought up, who is this definition for? Or does it?

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 24, 2010

It must be that the definition of authorized entity is sufficiently clear that no publisher wants to try this out in court against a nonprofit that is truly working to help people with disabilities. Yet, this is the requirement of the European proposal for TIs here at WIPO! I'm not aware of any litigation in the U.S. And, the U.S.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 3, 2016

Because the Marrakesh Treaty was modeled after the Chafee Amendment, as the Section 121 copyright exception is widely known in honor of the senator who proposed it in 1996, only minor changes have been recommended to align U.S. Here are the three changes of note: Clarifying the definition of a disability that qualifies.

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United States Language Copyright Library 100

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 27, 2022

By looking at the outcomes of previous work, those on the board of directors or committees can propose actions that continue a positive trend or shift a negative trend. The only way you can definitively know is by examining data related to your aims. Visualize and analyze data connections . Provide insights into operations.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 30, 2017

The clinical definition of burnout is “a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion that occurs when we feel overwhelmed by too many demands, too few resources, and too little recovery time.” Warning sign #4: You’re feeling compelled to overwork because you think it’s the only way to get everything done. And the kicker?

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Brain Fundraising Nonprofit Product 124

Amy Sample Ward

JULY 1, 2009

I’m preparing a talk for next week and thought I’d open up the proposal to all of you! After all, I definitely believe that the community is far smarter than me - and really appreciate any and all ideas you have to share! social agencies and nonprofits, and so on focused on creating an integrated No to Knives campaign.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 5, 2010

Here are my comments on the big picture and a couple of their proposals. Specific comments on the proposed Clearinghouse. Specific comments on the proposed Chairman’s Awards. I'm much rather post something in a blog than go through a formal sending of a snail mail letter!

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

Black Teach Project is the definition of “small but mighty.” One of their current policy proposals hopes to to enact solutions that address the structural nature of racial disparities in the economy. Black Teacher Project.

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History Support Organization Portland 51

Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Conducting research to find grants and funding opportunities is definitely the place to start if you want to be successful at getting grants and separating yourself from the strugglers. Sometimes that one phone call can give you a leg up when it comes time for the funder to review grant proposals.

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Grant Place Free Nonprofit 98

Get Fully Funded

JULY 9, 2023

This is definitely NOT a “build it and they will come” activity, meaning just because you post a Facebook fundraiser asking for $750,000 that you’ll get it. You definitely don’t want to launch a capital campaign that no one cares about! That’s actually a bad idea (more on that in a minute).

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Gyrus

JUNE 14, 2016

You are definitely reading that correctly. If your organization demands an immediate change, an external time component in unnecessary, and the inevitable reception of a bill to reflect that proposed demand can be completely averted. Webopedia Definition" Webopedia.com. Assessment Creation Tool. References. Beal, Vangie. "What

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

Bookshare’s role was mixed: we didn’t end up attending many of these meetings and critiqued early efforts that were crippled by heavy-handed publisher influence, although we did propose at one point to supply technology to TIGAR based on Bookshare. Definitely a good thing.

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Accessibility License Copyright Library 247

Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

I’ve written about it , submitted a session proposal with colleague Debra Askanase to the 2011 NTC, and recently had the opportunity to start a conversation on the topic of engaging your community across platforms in a GroupVine message (more information about my use of the tool at the bottom of this post).

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 29, 2017

But it definitely is, especially in terms of growth. Donors give us money because they believe in the cause and believe in the program that we’re proposing. In his 2013 Ted Talk “ Uncharitable ,” activist Dan Pallotta tackles overhead costs head on. or eat for that matter. The double standard.

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Donor Help Childhood Nonprofit 59

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 23, 2014

Here are the definitions: Connectivity Network: This type of network links people to allow them to exchange experience and information as a result of that exchange learn. They act as either individuals or on behalf of organizations. Each one is different in its DNA. It doesn’t do more than that.

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Forj

JUNE 28, 2017

In conferences, there’s definitely a sense of comradery: you’re an instructional designer? As I rode on the plane home, I contemplated what topic I should propose for next year so that I could come back and do it all over again. I was there last week for the eLearning Guild’s FocusOn Learning 2017 conference. Let’s talk shop.

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eLearning Education Learning San Diego 31

Qgiv

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Standardization around portfolio tracking, donor interactions, documenting proposals, and next steps is critical to the health and sustainability of any fundraising program. Define transformational, principle, major, and annual gift amounts and frequency : What is your organization’s definition of a major gift?

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Database Track Donor Management 52

NTEN

AUGUST 24, 2012

The challenge sought proposals for projects that used techology to fuel social change and awarded the best idea a $2,500 grant and a free NTEN Membership; in addition to the first prize, free NTEN Memberships were also given to two runners-up. Read Alison's farewell statement and learn more about the merger.

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Map Interaction Detroit NTEN 68

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2013

Infographics can be used in different and creative ways and some obvious ones such as marketing messaging , educating about a social issue , to celebrate a successful campaign , to report to stakeholders on key performance metrics , an annual report, and even a marriage proposal ! Need some more ideas?

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Design Colorado Chart Storytelling 131

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 20, 2021

You can definitely find a VA to do those. Organize grant materials: Submitting grant proposals creates mountains of narratives, tables, and proposed budgets. Chances are that most of your tasks will fall into the first category. Be careful with VAs who say they can write grants.

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Everyaction

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

The 2016 election definitely threw us for a loop. It allows us to stay on top of each phase of the proposal we’re working on. You’re no stranger to the intense political climate surrounding reproductive rights. I imagine it has affected your organization to some degree, so what has been the reaction?

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Accessibility Project Advocacy Grant 69

sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

When I proposed the concept of “datamaking,” I was seeking to bring as many aspects of the organization together as possible. These examples illustrate that there is no definitive checklist to show that knowledge is happening, only continual reflection on how it is happening.

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Knowledge Philanthropy Change Work 69

NTEN

DECEMBER 30, 2010

Actually, let's propose a slight rewording: nothing but hard work is bad for you. We are definitely pro-that. And you definitely need a custom landing tab. We made strides in figuring out how to use -- and meaure our use of -- social media. But should your ED be the one figuring it out ?

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Haiti Africa Aggregator NTEN 52

NTEN

DECEMBER 30, 2010

Actually, let's propose a slight rewording: nothing but hard work is bad for you. We are definitely pro-that. And you definitely need a custom landing tab. We made strides in figuring out how to use -- and meaure our use of -- social media. But should your ED be the one figuring it out ?

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Haiti Africa Aggregator NTEN 52

Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 20, 2011

And what would you describe as the social definition of Social Actions API – the purpose? If you can imagine that today the web is a collection of links between pages, the web of tomorrow (proposed by these folks and Tim Berners-Lee) will be a collection of links between discreet knowledge, or datasets.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 15, 2021

Definitely don’t assume that the money will somehow show up! Think about proposing to your Board a stipend for yourself as you work toward raising enough money to fund a full-time salary. As you look at your revenue forecast in your budget, how much money is left over after you pay for program expenses each month?

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Nonprofit Director Money Rate 111

Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

There are a few core attributes of communities that I think contribute to the ability to identify opportunities, propose solutions, and effectively make change in a very different way than organizations, including: Communities are flexible. Normally, I make sure to clarify definitions when I start. The Impact on Institutions.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 20, 2010

One great piece of this experience is the ability to vote and comment on proposed panels. Definitely check out all the panel possibilities , but here are 5 nonprofit panel proposals to consider! Our own Jordan Viator ( @jordanv ) has submitted a panel proposal on getting advanced with social media for social good.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Focus on one signature event, 10 grant proposals, and 1,000 new donors each year. Don’t Go Overboard on Fundraising Spending At the other end of the spectrum are organizations that overspend on fundraising while chasing every new idea and hoping against hope that something will land. I don’t have to tell you this is a disastrous strategy.

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Fundraising Charity Mail Nonprofit 132

3rd Sector Labs

APRIL 28, 2014

Keep in mind, however, that all CRMs and donor databases are different – each has its own database structure, definitions of key terms, and attributes for handling certain data types. We aren’t advocating one software platform over another. Every data migration we’ve worked on ends up with data that can’t be imported.

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Data Donor Database Map 178

Everyaction

JULY 18, 2018

Check your organization’s website, recent RFPs, grant proposals, etc. Use this section as the “elevator pitch” for your fundraising proposal. This is definitely an “ask” worth making! Fortunately, much of this information is likely to exist already. for the most current language being used and incorporate it into your plan.

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Guide Fundraising Nonprofit Template 108

Connection Cafe

MAY 24, 2013

Whether budgeting for an IT project, proposing organizational change, or starting a new program, building a business case is key to getting buy-in, funding, and approval for your initiative, as well as providing a baseline for measuring the investment’s success over time. Don’t forget the intangible benefits of your proposal.

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Project Business Build ROI 36

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 6, 2021

Write a description of the proposed Advisory Board’s purpose. Trying to create multiple Advisory Boards at the same time would create too many moving parts to effectively manage. Start with the type of Advisory Board that would have the greatest impact on your organization right now. From there, you can grow.

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Roles Nonprofit Government Advice 111

NTEN

FEBRUARY 26, 2009

Flickr photo: surface to air If you chose a career in IT, you also chose, by definition, to be an agent of change. That means that you can't just propose a new project -- you have to show how the project will help your organization meet your mission. If you've ever done technology work of any sort, I'm guessing that resonates.

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