Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
I’m a huge fan of Joan Garry’s blog and podcast. I consider the “Dear Abby” of the nonprofit world, dispensing practical and brilliant advice to nonprofits with her wonderful sense of humor. Joan has been an executive director, board member, donor, and volunteer – so she brings to her consulting and educator practice so much perspective and wisdom.
Wild Apricot
FEBRUARY 20, 2017
Webinars are a great way to get some free education on how to run your nonprofit better. There's something for everyone in this list, so you shouldn't have a problem finding one or two webinars that are right for you.
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Tech Soup
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
There's nothing easy about running a nonprofit. It takes a heroic effort to raise funds, hire and retain talent, and ultimately, deliver on your mission. Maybe you're working toward helping the environment; reducing poverty; improving education; or advocating on behalf of a religious, political, or spiritual movement. In any case, it's inevitable that some of your efforts will be more successful than others.
Care2
FEBRUARY 22, 2017
With technology taking over almost every part of people’s lives it has become more and more important for nonprofits to leverage different online platforms. Nonprofit Tech for Good along with Your Public Interest Registry just released the 2017 Global NGO Online Technology Report , which details how NGOs across the globe are using different technology platforms.
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.
See3
FEBRUARY 20, 2017
The time has come! Earlier this month, individuals and nonprofits submitted their social good videos for the DoGooder Awards, brought to you by See3 and our partners at NTEN and Causevox. Now we need YOU to pick the very best in each of the three categories: Funny for Good, Fundraising for Good and Best Nonprofit […]. The post Time to Vote for the 2017 DoGooder Awards!
Connection Cafe
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
Online fundraising isn’t a fad. As a matter of fact, online fundraising accounted for seven-percent of total fundraising in 2016. Online fundraising has also proven to be an extremely effective donors acquisition vehicle. The surge in online giving to the ACLU— 6x their yearly donations raised in one weekend — shows us the potential that exists with online giving.
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NonProfit Hub
FEBRUARY 21, 2017
The nature of philanthropy is a want to help. It’s what foundations were created to do. But all too often, foundations, corporate grantmakers, and donors end up unintentionally causing problems instead of helping to solve them. Even with the best intentions, foundations often take actions that oppose the outcomes that both they and their grantees hope to achieve.
See3
FEBRUARY 24, 2017
The depth to which Facebook uses online data to peer into our souls can be disconcerting. The post What We’re Reading appeared first on The See3 Blog.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
FEBRUARY 19, 2017
The Courage Solution , a book by Mindy Mackenzie , is all about the simple truth that the only thing you can reliably change or control is yourself. So, that is why Mackenzie wrote her book -- to teach you how to take actions that ultimately will improve your impact on the job and increase your happiness and fulfillment in your career. Mackenzie's quick-read strategies focus on these four key areas : Part 1: You First offers techniques to take ownership and accountability for creating a career a
Care2
FEBRUARY 20, 2017
If your nonprofit is looking for insight to increase its fundraising, Blackbaud's Benchmark Report provides some great data. Email Still Matters. Even with yearly email list growth slowing down by 10% and strict laws in some countries like the Canadian Anti-Spam Law (CASL), email continues to be one of the most important tools for fundraising. However, when crafting successful email campaigns, there should be a focus on quality over quantity.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio
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.
NonProfit Hub
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
“Those of us working in nonprofit organizations need to take our eyes off of overhead ratios and put [our focus] far out into the sky and look at our dreams for impact.” — Dan Pallotta. Pallotta is talking about the dreams that got us involved in our organizations in the first place. Work in the nonprofit sector often gets clouded by stigmas and the notion that no one is supposed to spend any money.
Connection Cafe
FEBRUARY 21, 2017
What technology is best? How can I get the most out of my software solution? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions – you’re not alone. As an account executive for foundation management technology solutions at MicroEdge + Blackbaud , I get asked these questions a lot. These sorts of decisions should never be made lightly since the infrastructure of today will be a major determining factor for your organization’s impact over the next several years.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
FEBRUARY 19, 2017
"The clearer your company culture, the less likely it will be hijacked by the weaker personalities in your team," explains Mary Christensen , author of the book, Be A Network Marketing Leader. "A few guidelines will ensure a level playing field for all team members as they pursue their individual goals." Christensen's recommended eight guidelines are: We respect each other.
Museum 2.0
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
Dear friends, We're about a month from the deadline to apply for MuseumCamp 2017 at the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH). Here are five reasons YOU should apply this year. Dive into co-creative project design. A month before MuseumCamp, the MAH is opening a new exhibition, Lost Childhoods , co-developed with foster youth, youth advocates, and artists in our community.
Advertiser: Digital Ocean
Effectively managing cloud technology is getting more complex. From cybersecurity concerns, vendor lock-in, cost increases, or lack of transparency on costs, it can quickly get out of control. Knowing what you can control and finding a platform that’s built with nonprofits in mind is key.
NonProfit Hub
FEBRUARY 22, 2017
Mid-level donors are kind of like the middle child of giving. They’re stuck in between the average and major donor and oftentimes don’t get the attention they want or deserve, which forces them astray or to give their support elsewhere. Instead of missing out on this giant fundraising opportunity, find out who your mid-level donors are and cultivate them properly to transform your fundraising efforts.
Connection Cafe
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
Today marks 2017’s Digital Learning Day, a day where we celebrate technology’s role in how we learn. As a technology company that powers the world of social good, Blackbaud’s solutions help nonprofit organizations, foundations, and corporate giving programs advance their missions and make a positive impact on the world each and every day. While we use our technology skills for good, we don’t stop there.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2017
“Making small changes to reach big goals is the answer,” says entrepreneur and bestselling author Michael Alden in his book, 5 % MORE: Making Small Changes To Achieve Extraordinary Results. “If you just put 5% more effort into any aspect of your life, you will not only achieve your goals, you will surpass them,” he explains. “Far too often, people become paralyzed when they want to improve their lives, because the effort to reach their goals seems overwhelming,” adds Alden.
VolunteerMark
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
Donors’ are an integral part of the nonprofit ecosystem. Maintaining and nourishing donor relationships is extremely vital. And while events and conferences go a long way, the most effective and cost-effective method is to write an email that appreciates them, encourages them, and makes them grateful they decided to donate to your cause.
Advertiser: Syncrony
Looking for cost reductions for your nonprofit? Why not consider modernizing with a digital board management system that's designed to work with remote meetings, with immediate cost reductions if you still distribute paper packets to members? Get going in less than an hour on a fully hosted cloud solution built on the latest technology that runs on any device - from desktops to tablets and smartphones - without any installation.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
The following is an excerpt from Mobile for Good: A How-To Fundraising Guide for Nonprofits. After your nonprofit has crafted a content strategy and created an editorial calendar (Chapter 7), the next step is to start thinking about the tone of voice of your content. The easiest way to craft your tone of voice is to base it upon the mission of your nonprofit.
Connection Cafe
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
As funders, many of us spend quite a bit of time looking outward. We look at the world around us and find outlets that reflect our philanthropic passions. We look at communities to see needs and possibilities. We look at nonprofits and the people who lead them to find inspiration, motivation, and opportunities for directing our support. Yet how often do we take the time to look in the mirror?
Eric Jacobsen Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2017
From John Blakey 's new book, The Trusted Executive , published just a couple weeks ago, here are these four tips from Jim Collins for how to be a humble leader : Demonstrate a compelling modesty, shunning public adulation and never be boastful. Act with quiet, calm determination and motivate others through inspired standards, not inspiring charisma.
Byte Technology
FEBRUARY 21, 2017
WordPress site designers, owners and administrators all have something in common with one another: they all want to see their sites perform better: look more attractive: get more hits and conversions; see more pass-alongs and click-throughs; engage more repeat visitors etc. In essence, it’s all about getting the most consistent and positive attention and building a loyal audience, no matter if the site is for a simple blog, a non-profit organization or an e-commerce concern.
Advertiser: DonorDock
Are your donors your biggest fans, or are you lacking donor loyalty? The truth is, your donors have expectations of what their relationship with your organization should look like. This ebook will help you learn how to live up to those expectations!
See3
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
Donald Trump’s presidential campaign represented the pinnacle of what is referred to as “inadequacy marketing.”. The post Donald Trump and The Last Great Inadequacy Ad appeared first on The See3 Blog.
Connection Cafe
FEBRUARY 22, 2017
Does your nonprofit have a plan for storytelling this year ? If you’re like most organizations, the answer is most likely no. The truth is that nonprofits are still not using storytelling as strategically as they could be. I hear from many of my clients and students that it “happens when it happens.” In other words, storytelling is an ad-hoc activity that happens on the side.
EveryAction
FEBRUARY 21, 2017
Every successful campaign starts with a moment. Whether you're raising money to build a new school or curing a worldwide epidemic, a single moment drives the need for a campaign. This year, no moment has been more controversial than the rollout of the recent immigration ban. In challenging the policies of the Trump administration, nonprofits are at the forefront of the resistance movement.
Byte Technology
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
Whether you’re posing proud for a formal portrait or grabbing a quick selfie with friends on vacation, everybody wants to look their very best. And when it comes to designing and running a WordPress sie—whether it be a blog, a money-making e-tail page or even a bit of corporate PR—getting the right image that grabs attention and keeps visitors interested and engaged is incredibly important for a successful website.
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Organizations like yours are increasingly realizing that technology adoption is only as good as the technology you choose. Statistics from a 2014 NTEN study show that seriously investing resources in training for your staff corresponds to higher adoption and ultimately technology effectiveness. In this report, we’ll give you a high-level overview of how to get your organization in shape for technology adoption and best practices for facilitating this critical process.
Connection Cafe
FEBRUARY 24, 2017
Overall charitable giving increased 1% in 2016 and online giving was up 7.9% on a year-over-year basis. This is based on the latest findings of the Blackbaud Institute for Philanthropic Impact in the 2 016 Charitable Giving Report. The 2016 Charitable Giving Report includes overall giving data from 6,845 nonprofit organizations representing $23 billion in total fundraising from 2016.
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