Robert Weiner
DECEMBER 7, 2011
I got 7 versions of this today, at 2 different email addresses. They included an attachment called bbb_logo.jpg but no graphics in the message body. A friend posted about them on a listserve and said that clicking the link downloads a virus. This scam has been around for a while. Here's an article about a similar batch in 2007. Version 1: Sender: ::Better Business Bureau:: (support@bbb.org).
Beneblog: Technology Meets Society
DECEMBER 8, 2011
President’s Update Fall 2011 Don’t be surprised, but we’re picking up the pace of change at Benetech! The world’s problems are many, and we keep seeing opportunities for technologists to address those problems effectively. Our team has been thinking hard about scaling positive social impact of technology work. I want to unveil several of these new initiatives, as well as sneaking in some of the incredible things happening in our core programs in literacy and human rights.
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Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 9, 2011
Video can be effective for telling stories, evoking emotion, gaining support and even recruiting members. Here's a new ebook and some ideas on video storytelling.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
DECEMBER 7, 2011
Flickr Photo by Yandel. Note from Beth: Back in 2009, the first week I started as Visiting Scholar at the David and Lucile Packard Foundation, I had the pleasure of meeting Holly Minch , Founder of LightBox Collaborative , who is an expert at helping nonprofits and philanthropies unlock the potential of strategic communications for social change. I had the opportunity to design a workshop with her called “ Aligning Social Media with Strategic Communications ” over two years ago fo
Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker
Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.
Robert Weiner
DECEMBER 8, 2011
It's novel to get the snail mail equivalent of spam. This one came via U.S. mail from the Fictitious Business Name Renewal Center in Sacramento, CA. My business is required to register and publish a Fictitious Business Name (FBN, aka DBA or Doing Business As) every 5 years. And every 5 years I get an official-looking form from this organization telling me that "California Law Requires You To Renew Your Fictitious Business Name.".
Beneblog: Technology Meets Society
DECEMBER 3, 2011
The annual observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is today, December 3rd. The Day aims to raise awareness of disability issues with a focus on the rights of persons with disabilities and the benefits derived from their integration in the social, economic, cultural and political life of their communities. People with disabilities make up an estimated 15% of the world’s population of 7 billion, and they remain largely marginalized and affected by discrimination and
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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
DECEMBER 6, 2011
MFGII summary findings Nov 2011. View more presentations from GuideStar USA, Inc. GuideStar and Hope Consulting have released the results of new study, Money for Good II (MFGII). The findings suggest that if nonprofits are more transparent in sharing information about their results online that they could attract more donors. The research found that two-thirds of individuals do not typically research the organizations they donate to compared those that advise donors and foundation grant-makers do
Robert Weiner
DECEMBER 8, 2011
It's novel to get the snail mail equivalent of spam. This one came via U.S. mail from the Fictitious Business Name Renewal Center in Sacramento, CA. My business is required to register and publish a Fictitious Business Name (FBN, aka DBA or Doing Business As) every 5 years. And every 5 years I get an official-looking form from this organization telling me that "California Law Requires You To Renew Your Fictitious Business Name.".
See3
DECEMBER 7, 2011
Change the world, one video at a time. Reconciliation Through Healing | 4:58 Preemptive Love Coalition The histories of foreign countries are frequently lost, glossed over, or un-engaged by media. This animation presents a visual timeline of Iraq that asks a lot of the viewer both in patience and in imagining the destruction which the [.].
Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 5, 2011
If you are brainstorming member development ideas for the new year, here are a few tips and fresh approaches to consider.
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The average nonprofit uses five or more different software platforms to create their donor’s journey, making the experience clunky and disjointed. If you want to design a magical online giving experience for donors, making their journey as seamless as possible is key. In this webinar with expert Tim Sarrantonio, you’ll learn the fundamental steps to create an immersive and personalized online giving experience for your donors.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
DECEMBER 9, 2011
I’ve been heads down working on my next book about measurement and networked nonprofit s with KD Paine and our editor, Bill Paarlberg. One of the chapters is about measuring transparency. So, when I heard that the Foundation Center and the Center for Effective Philanthropy were hosting an event “Transparency and Effectiveness,” I was curious, especially given the speakers and the framing: Foundations are pressed to be more transparent about how they work andmore effective abo
Robert Weiner
DECEMBER 9, 2011
I just love the subject line in this one. Wow, very creative syntax (though the misspelling of "declined" lessens the impact). I also got a second version, but the subject was much more prosaic. This blog says the links download malware. Version 1: Sender: Argelia Vogel (SterlingGroesbeck@myexcel.com). Subject: The variant of the contract you've offered has been delcined.
See3
DECEMBER 5, 2011
Change the world, one video at a time. Man Eating Sugar | 0:59 New York City Health Department This short, ironic PSA shows quite literally what it looks like to imbide 16 packs of sugar—the quantitative equivalent of a 20oz soda. It’s a straightforward demonstration and reminder to be conscious of what we eat and [.].
Eric Jacobsen Blog
DECEMBER 6, 2011
Eighteen months ago, I posted the question “ What’s The First Leadership Book You Would Give To a New Manager ?” within the discussion forum for the LinkedIn group Linked 2 Leadership. That question generated 603 comments and 690 recommendations. Some people suggested more than one book. Some during the course of the 18 months made the same book recommendations a couple times.
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Care2
DECEMBER 5, 2011
According to a study by Blackbaud , NTEN and Common Knowledge, over 92% of nonprofit organizations have a presence on at least one social networking site, but most raise very little money through their social activity. In fact, 87% have raised under $1000 on Facebook since they began using the platform. Yet despite the lack of wide spread fundraising success, social media is clearly a hot topic in the nonprofit space.
Robert Weiner
DECEMBER 8, 2011
I got three flavors of this one today. The FDIC wrote about it , but doesn't say what happens if you click the link. I hope no one (except maybe a trained professional) tries to find out. Version 1: Sender: ::Federal Insurance Company:: (acclimatizingn271@fdic.gov). Subject: FDIC: About your business account. Text: Dear Business Owner, We have important news regarding your financial institution.
Get Fully Funded
DECEMBER 7, 2011
Did you know that most donors check out your website before they make a gift – whether they are giving on line or through the mail? A recent study found that potentially up to 50% of your donors are going to check you out online before they give, whether they give online or not. . Couple that with the fact that the last week of the year is THE BIGGEST week for online donations, and it’s time to give your website a little tune-up.
See3
DECEMBER 8, 2011
Change the world, one video at a time. Canadian Paralympic Committee: Stephanie Dixon| 1:25 Canadian Paralympic Committee This short, impressively photographed PSA renders Canadian swimmer Stephanie Dixon in slow-motion powerfully cutting through the pool. The terse listing of Olympic achievements leaves no doubt of her accomplishment. And when the video concludes, she stands with affecting [.].
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Tech Soup
DECEMBER 9, 2011
Editor's Note: TechSoup offers donated and discounted services from B Corps such as BetterWorld Telecom , Azavea , and — coming soon — Dharma Merchant Services. Historically, businesses in America were given a charter for a specific public purpose that allowed them to operate and expired upon the completion of the chartered project. Profits were allowed, but they were legitimized by the mission within the business charter.
Robert Weiner
DECEMBER 6, 2011
Since HP abandoned the Palm Pre I decided to do the same. I'm sad about it -- I've been a Palm user since the Pilot days and loved Palm's WebOS. But my Pre's keypad was no longer reliable, the erratic GPS was constantly vexing, and the lack of apps was annoying (and not likely to get better). I considered going with an iPhone but haven't been wild about the user experience on my iPad (too inflexible, inconsistent navigation from app to app, Apple bans apps they simply don't like) and I can't abi
Get Fully Funded
DECEMBER 7, 2011
Did you know that most donors check out your website before they make a gift – whether they are giving on line or through the mail? A recent study found that potentially up to 50% of your donors are going to check you out online before they give, whether they give online or not. . Couple that with the fact that the last week of the year is THE BIGGEST week for online donations, and it’s time to give your website a little tune-up.
Have Fun - Do Good
DECEMBER 5, 2011
"Friendship is the only cement that will ever hold the world together." -Woodrow Wilson No Meatless Monday post today 'cause instead of trying new recipes, I spent the week getting reading for a reunion with three old friends. Spending time with them was like having an endless bowl of delicious and nourishing soup. Connect with an old friend this week.
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See3
DECEMBER 6, 2011
Change the world, one video at a time. “Tax the 1%” Human Banner | 2:51 The Other 98% Cab driver Brad Newsham, the organizer of this creative event, says, “In this case, I think the medium is as important as the message.” Over a 1000 people express their discontent with the status quo by positioning [.].
Tech Soup
DECEMBER 5, 2011
Symantec gives a lot back to the nonprofit and library community through their donation program here at TechSoup — See what organizations like yours are saying about their donated Symantec products. Symantec also has an abundance of other corporate social responsibility efforts going on as well. As a company, they works to have a positive impact on the local communities around the world where it has offices.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
DECEMBER 3, 2011
About 42 million people -- roughly one-third of the U.S. workforce -- work from home at least one or two days a week. If you are a leader of work-from-home employees, share the new book, There's No Place Like Working From Home , with them. Share it particularly with an employee new to working from his or her home. Author Elaine Quinn wrote the book after working as a consultant for 10 years with small business owners who struggled with organization, time management, workflow processes, productiv
Museum 2.0
DECEMBER 7, 2011
I have a confession to make: I've never cared much about museums on the Web. I'm focused on the onsite, in-person experience. When smart people talk about digital museums and virtual experiences, I nod and compartmentalize it as someone else's bailiwick. I understand the value of having a web presence that is reflective of institutional brand, makes content available for people to use in a variety of ways, and enables new connections with community members.
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See3
DECEMBER 9, 2011
Change the world, one video at a time.Food, Inc. Trailer | 2:16 foodincmovie.com Food is a ubiquitous issue. We eat every day and yet what we are eating and how it comes to us is taken for granted. Health and environmental impacts, sustainability, affordability and Corporate Agribusiness’s hold on the consumer is dizzying. Food Inc.unmasks the [.].
Tech Soup
DECEMBER 8, 2011
Citrix Online offers simple web conferencing through its popular GoToMeeting service, as well as two higher-capacity editions based on it: GoToWebinar and GoToTraining. Both services offer all the features of GoToMeeting plus many others, but is there one (or more) that best fits your organization? (Don't forget, all three products can be requested in a fiscal year!).
Get Fully Funded
DECEMBER 6, 2011
. . . . The November Nonprofit Blog Carnival is up! The host is Pamela Grow and she has put together The quintessential guide to giving thanks. It will take a while to read everything in this post, so go on over there and get started. There’s a piece in there written by yours truly. . Enjoy!
Connection Cafe
DECEMBER 7, 2011
Author: Jonathan Weldon. In case you haven't noticed some odd looking facial hair over the last month, November, or as we like to call it Movember, is Mustache Growing Season. Movember is a "moustache growing charity event held during November each year that raises funds and awareness for men's health.” This all started back in 2003 where a couple of friends in Australia, where a Mo is slang for mustache, decided to grow a mustache and raise money for some good causes.
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