Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 22, 2022

For example, you may have a very horizontal logo with both an icon and text you use for your website’s header, and a version that is just the icon you only use for social media where space is limited. An example would be showing your logo in colors that are not part of your guidelines. The first element to consider is your logo usage.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 13, 2021

We all have our own way of doing things, but sometimes our work outgrows our organization methods. Today, work expectations are higher, there’s more to manage, and you simply must be more organized to grow a small nonprofit. Organize your projects based on stages: Tasks to do, tasks in progress, and tasks completed.

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Media Cause

MAY 8, 2023

Advertising can be an effective way to help grow your nonprofit’ s digital footprint, complement your current organic marketing efforts, and be an essential, part of your integrated marketing strategy. For example, if you want to reach Gen Z exclusively, you would run on platforms with a large and engaged user base for that demographic.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

By Annisa Wanat , an independent consultant who works to strengthen the capacity of mission-driven organizations to achieve their goals more strategically by providing customized solutions in leadership, management, and communications. Each of these roles has one thing in common – documents. 2) Strengthen Institutional Memory.

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Google Conservancy Demonstration Collaboration 315

Bloomerang

MAY 19, 2023

Grants can be a wonderful vehicle to fund a new program or expand an existing one; however, if your organization is new to the “grant world,” you may be unfamiliar with the work involved with both applying and managing grants. Is that the case with your organization? Do you have a well-defined mission statement?

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.orgSource

MARCH 11, 2024

One person can poison an entire organization. For example, if being a decision-maker is a non-negotiable for you, and you’re considering a job where decisions are only made by committees; then I don’t care how much you like the break room, the people on your team, or your career path, you will not do your best work.

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sgEngage

MARCH 21, 2024

A project charter is a brief, formal document that concisely articulates the essential details of the project, such as its purpose, scope, goals, and contributors. Make sure to document exactly what your project will be focused on (i.e., What is a Project Charter? in scope) and, equally important, what it won’t be focused on (i.e.,

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 24, 2021

In this blog post, I’m giving you practical tips and tools for staying organized as you store the items and prepare for your event. During the procurement period, organization is key. In order to stay on top of everything, create a document, spreadsheet, or other tool that you can use to track the auction items.

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Tips Guide Organization Fundraising 89

sgEngage

APRIL 2, 2024

And salaries in many nonprofit organizations can’t compete with the for-profit sector. According to The Council of Nonprofits 2023 Nonprofit Workforce Survey , almost three quarters of nonprofits that completed the survey have current openings at their organization.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The road to implementing new technology can be a long one, but your organization can smoo th the way with business process mapping. Read our blog to learn everything you need to know about b usiness process mapping and prepare your association for implementation success. What is business process mapping?

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Nimble AMS

JULY 15, 2022

It might be time to revisit this crucial organizational document. According to the Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study, 49% of individuals reported their top member benefit was their organization’s Code of Ethics. . How to leverage your organization’s code of ethics as a member benefit.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Here’s a familiar scene: your nonprofit organization just won its first big grant, and you’re ecstatic. For background, SOC 2 is a framework for organizations offering information and technology services (e.g., As you undertake this work, avoid making assumptions to ensure outcomes reflect your organization’s needs.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

A look at the basics of NTEN's own continually evolving Google Drive Policies and Document Management System.

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Case Study NTEN System Google 93

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

While these efforts often include prioritizing environmentally friendly work practices or committing to offering fair wages to employees, corporate philanthropy has to do with supporting nonprofit organizations via charitable donations of funds, time, and/or resources. Let’s dive in! Common Types of Corporate Philanthropy Programs.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

You need data collection and data structure skills, not just a data entry person—someone who knows how your organization operates and the best ways for information to be delivered. In a small, grant-funded organization, you might not have these skills and that’s ok! Determine the non-financial metrics you want to track.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 20, 2022

When you started your organization, you drafted a set of nonprofit bylaws which are the rules spelling out how your new venture would operate and how your Board would govern it. Many new organizations draft bylaws based on a template or an existing organization’s bylaws. Now, you are not so new anymore.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 21, 2023

Your organization does much to advocate for industry issues—petitioning local and federal level politicians to generate support for association-backed programs. Some examples of social media assets can include images, videos, photos, hashtags, and thought leadership topic ideas.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 18, 2020

In this part, we’re going to look at the statement itself… including what concepts should go into your case for support as well as the actual process of writing the document. 2: Your Mission and Vision – Why does your organization exist? 6: Financial Needs – How much money does your organization need to raise?

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Candid

MARCH 26, 2024

Forward-looking nonprofit organizations know that leveraging data is key to determining where a community’s unmet needs are, securing resources to address those needs, and advocating for more effective policies. For example, aggregated data from the U.S.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 20, 2013

One of the basic tenets of my first book with Alison Fine, “ The Networked Nonprofit ,” was that everyone in the organization participates in social media from the executive director on down – not just the “social media person.” Dos and Don’ts.

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Guidelines Social Media Media Organization 129

Whole Whale

JUNE 29, 2022

This document ensures that everyone in an organization is on the same page when it comes to using language in a way that is respectful and accurate. A style guide is a document that provides standards for writing and speaking. Not every organization needs a style guide. What is a style guide?

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

If your organization receives at least some of its funding from grants, you need a fund accounting system with subfund accounting capabilities built to handle nonprofit accounting standards. The Importance of Compliance for Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofits show integrity through transparency.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2010

Organization: Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Organization Size: Medium. What was the very first social media tool your organization utilized, and when? Which tool has been surprisingly useful in getting out the word about your organization and its programs? Name: Allison Nassour. Title: Social Media Manager.

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Association Analytics

MARCH 1, 2023

For example, let’s say your association sold two products (Product A and Product B) last year that brought in the same total revenue – $20,000 each. How can you set up better collaboration and document sharing? Product A’s price point is $1,000 so you only sold 20 units of that product. Where are you repeating your efforts?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 30, 2019

The Bitcoin blockchain, for example, is supported by roughly 10,000 nodes hosting its freely downloadable database software, and it has never been hacked during its ten-year history. Much more interesting than blockchain technology itself are the ways in which nonprofits and other social sector organizations can benefit from it.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2020

To confront these challenges, a nonprofit should ensure that its digital storytelling adheres to four essential guideposts: Transparency speaks to a nonprofit’s ability to demonstrate its legitimacy as a good steward of donated funds by, for example, sharing its audited financial statements and other, similar information. 2) Information Hub.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 31, 2023

This year, hundreds of a ssociation professionals gathered on Capitol Hill to share how their organization s contributed to the US economy. Follow these tips to get started at your organization: 1. Having a virtual group for advocates to discuss current policies and share pertinent documents will increase member connections.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

She draws on years of experience as a UX designer and front-end developer to guide the creation of the perfect website for your organization from start to finish. In a year when suddenly everyone had to work from home, businesses and organizations required an up-to-date website to stay relevant. You have my sympathies!)

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Or, perhaps you’ve just been tasked with putting together the annual report for your organization for the first time. An annual report is an important public document that nonprofits publish each year to communicate with their community and donors. So, select an individual involved with your organization and share their transformation.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 13, 2022

Let me give you an example. You can use the data to identify the channel donors came through, for example, or get a sense of which campaigns and messages are performing best. Example: utm_source=facebook. For example, I might have a medium of “cpc” for all my paid ads on Facebook and LinkedIn, standing for cost-per-click.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

If your organization is still claiming tax-exempt status, you need to file your 990. 990-EZ: The short-form version is for organizations whose gross receipts were less than $200,000 and the total assets at the end of the year were less than $500,000. For example, a small organization that qualifies for a 990-N can file a 990-EZ.

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 22, 2023

It’s time for your organization to purchase new association management software (AMS). Here are some examples of how you can speak to each of your board members effectively , addressing their e xpertise : 1. Be sure to include examples of how the new AMS technology will empower staff. Share documents, such as meeting minutes.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 6, 2019

Filling out the paperwork for an individual tax return is one thing, but filing taxes for an organization is something else entirely. If this is your organization’s first tax season, or if you just want some helpful tips, we’ve got you covered. It’s true that tax-exempt organizations don’t pay any federal income tax.

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Gyrus

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

This week we will try to outline some of the most basic scenarios to help you in brainstorming for your own organization. Keep in mind that use cases need to fit your organization needs for an LMS. Use cases can also be organized by workflow. Show how a document can be uploaded and turned into training content in the solution.

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sgEngage

APRIL 26, 2024

In recent years, relationships between nonprofit organizations and their auditors have seen positive change. Here are six best practices your nonprofit organization should adopt to increase collaboration and enhance its relationship with your audit firm.

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sgEngage

APRIL 12, 2023

Very few people enjoy being on the organization side of a nonprofit financial audit. These check-ins are a great place to share updates happening with your organization—such as new grants or an unusual donation—and for them to share changes they are watching in legislation and regulations that might affect you.

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CauseVox

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Whether you’re a small nonprofit aiming to make a local impact or a larger organization orchestrating a grand initiative, giving days offer a unique platform to amplify your cause. You have the power to host your own, tailor-made to suit your organization’s mission and goals. How Does a Giving Day Work?

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