TechImpact
JULY 7, 2015
You know you should be tweeting, posting, sharing, and engaging. But are you entirely sure who’s on the other end of all your nonprofit’s social media marketing efforts? The truth is, most nonprofits run wildly into the light, hoping their ideal donor, volunteer, or otherwise constituent is on the other side eagerly awaiting their arrival. […].
EveryAction
JULY 8, 2015
In case you haven't heard, the progressive community is gathering next week in Phoenix for one of the most anticipated events of the year: the tenth annual Netroots Nation conference ! As a Phoenician and member of team EveryAction, I'm thrilled to share that EveryAction is hosting this year's closing party , and am excited to see this fantastic city and the incredible work being done by progressive organizers on display for the entire community to see.
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Wild Apricot
JULY 8, 2015
Have you considered using Facebook groups as a channel for connecting members? In our latest Free Expert Webinar, John Haydon - the author of Facebook Marketing for Dummies - will reveal his best kept tips and tricks for building a thriving online community.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
JULY 10, 2015
Never in a million years did I ever think I would use data and mindfulness in the same sentence. For the past two months, I’ve been wearing a rock in a bra, a device called Spire. You think of it as a fitbit for stress developed by the Calming Technology Lab at Stanford University. You wear it in your bra or clip it to your waist, and it measures your breath.
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.
TechImpact
JULY 10, 2015
If there’s one fact in life, it’s that everything changes. That fact couldn’t be more true in the case of SEO. Only a few years ago, the most accepted practice was “link stuffing”, or the practice of putting as many links that point back to your website as possible on empty websites. The practice that […]. The post Infographic Friday: 2015 SEO Basics appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology.
See3
JULY 10, 2015
Making websites smarter and increasing impact is a huge part of our mission at See3. And this problem – how to make websites smarter – is something we’ve been obsessed with. Now, we have a solution. It’s called Conversion Booster. The post 5 Dynamic Calls to Action That Increase Donations appeared first on The See3 Blog.
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Tech Soup
JULY 7, 2015
Microsoft Excel is my secret weapon. Anyone who knows me knows that I'm really not very good with numbers. But I've discovered that you don't actually need to be a numbers person, a data scientist, or an accountant to be a data superhero. You just need Microsoft Excel and a few tricks up your sleeve. If you too want to be a spreadsheet superhero, here's what you need to get started.
TechImpact
JULY 6, 2015
Sure, you’ve been just able to support your in-house IT department. But it can be expensive, aggravating, frustrating. Sometimes, it can even seem impossible to maintain your nonprofit’s IT infrastructure while keeping up with the latest tech trends and ever-evolving tech needs of their nonprofit. Succinctly with all that juggling, nonprofits are seeing their IT […].
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JULY 4, 2015
"The challenge for the organizational architect is to systematically create the blueprint for an organization that consciously connects everything to purpose ," explains author Clive Wilson , in his new book, Designing the Purposeful Organization. "The product of doing this are measurable results and, importantly, a felt sense of success. Wilson's book is packed with case studies and activities that help you put to practice in your organization the learnings from the book.
Wild Apricot
JULY 10, 2015
Our conference calls connect you with peers in similar situations, facing similar challenges. It's a place to share ideas, work on strategies & contribute best practices. Next week, we’re getting the group together to talk about “Best Practices for Welcoming New Members”.
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.
Tech Soup
JULY 9, 2015
Various organizations and organizations offer again an exceptional array of events. All times are Eastern Daylight Saving Time (EDT). If you are not located in Eastern United States, use this site to convert those times into your own time zone. This month we added webinars from the Nonprofit Marketing Guide to the list. Webinars and Other Online Events on Nonprofit Technology.
TechImpact
JULY 8, 2015
Tech Impact is thrilled to announce that we have entered into a strategic partnership with OneNFP Dedicated to providing nonprofits of all sizes with the most up to date technologies and services, Tech Impact is pleased to incorporate OneNFP’s financial and fundraising software into our family of services we support. Tech Impact’s overarching mission continues […].
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JULY 10, 2015
In honor of Ken Blanchard 's and Mark Miller 's book, Great Leaders Grow , I welcome guest blogger Ken Blanchard. How to Evaluate Your Leadership Style By Ken Blanchard, Co-author of Great Leaders Grow: Becoming a Leader for Life Today, I'm going to give a short, one-question quiz. Here's the question: How do you rate as a leader? I don't ask this question flippantly.
Care2
JULY 10, 2015
Two thirds of American’s give to charity every year. In 2014 charities raised over $358 billion, a 7 percent increase, according to a new report by Giving USA. The report says this is the most amount of money that has been raised for charities in the last 60 years. About $255 billion was raised from individual donors, a 5.7 percent increase.
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.
Tech Soup
JULY 7, 2015
(Please visit the site to view this video). While the charity online fundraising field is very crowded indeed, a major unmet need among charities is to find new, engaged donors. Public Good is a new donation platform from the people who revolutionized grassroots online giving for the 2012 Obama presidential campaign. They have used their experience to create a fresh approach to attracting new donors for charities.
NonProfit Hub
JULY 6, 2015
Stretching yourself thin reaches a new level when you’re working for a nonprofit. A limited budget means limited resources, limited staff and more of the workload on the same people. With those conditions, executive directors and other high-profile leaders (not to mention staff and volunteers) can become burnt out quickly in the nonprofit sector. In an article in Fast Company, Matt Straz, the CEO of Namely , said that most burnout stemmed from a poor work-life balance and can have a multiplied e
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JULY 4, 2015
My two passions are leadership and running 5K races that benefit nonprofit organizations. I'm halfway through my goal to run 30 5K's this year. Feeling good about that, I thought I would combine my two passions and list below best practices for what to communicate to 5K racers. So, if you are: Organizing a 5K race Leading your 5K event communications and marketing teams Hiring a race director to operate your 5K race Wondering what 5K racers want to know before they commit to a race.then hopefull
Donor Search
JULY 6, 2015
People say that ignorance is bliss. What about when you are no longer ignorant? That bliss disappears in a hurry. Maybe you’ve been blissfully unaware of prospect research, but now you know. Or, you’ve known about it, but haven’t made screening prospects a priority.
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.
Tech Soup
JULY 6, 2015
As Bitcoin has received more media attention in recent years, people are becoming more familiar with it but not necessarily more knowledgeable. In case you're not familiar, Bitcoin is the most well-known "cryptocurrency," a currency like dollars or euros, but one that only exists digitally. Unlike a traditional currency, though, it's decentralized, so it doesn't go through a bank.
NonProfit Hub
JULY 9, 2015
It’s time to get down and dirty about your social media strategy. Between doing freelance social media and the time that I’ve spent at Nonprofit Hub as Social Media Strategist, I’ve learned quite a few things about my trade that are important if you want your social media to be the best it can be. This article is part one of a two-part social media guidance series.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JULY 7, 2015
Here are some tips for leaders responsible for writing an effective annual report for their nonprofit organization. Consider making these objectives for your report: To demonstrate accomplishments ( not activities ) ( results and how you did it). To recognize important people (volunteers, donors, major funders, partners). To provide an account of your organization's work for the past year.
ASU Lodestar Center
JULY 8, 2015
posted by Patrick McWhortor Arizona Campaign Director Open Primaries. In April, I left the helm of the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits, after ten years of building it into a force for strength and progress in serving the state’s nonprofit community. It was not easy to leave the Alliance, because I still consider the position of CEO of the Alliance to be one of the best anybody could have.
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!
Tech Soup
JULY 6, 2015
Have you ever thought about hosting nonprofit technology events in your community? You should, because it's awesome fun. Not only will you be contributing your skills to local nonprofits, you'll also be building your reputation and connecting with your tribe. NetSquared is here to help you along the way with everything from slide templates to planning checklists.
NonProfit Hub
JULY 7, 2015
Operating a nonprofit can feel a bit like swimming in the ocean. You’re floating in a vast sea of options for fundraising, clients and copy paper suppliers. However, for many nonprofits their home is more similar to a pond as they operate in smaller communities than the big cities. Not everything in small town life is a disadvantage, as the tighter-knit community and lower cost of living usually work to a nonprofit’s benefit.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JULY 6, 2015
If you are a leader already engaging with an executive coach, or contemplating engaging one, here are four ways to make your coaching experience a success, as reported in a relatively recent issue of Fortune magazine: Find the right match. Find someone to push and challenge you. To encourage you and to hold you accountable. Be sure the person you engage with is a person you can trust and can talk to easily.
Connection Cafe
JULY 9, 2015
For many participants, simply showing up for an event is enough to prove their dedication to a cause. But over the past few years, there’s been a surge in those who go the extra mile and make their own donation. This can mostly be credited to enhanced strategic presence of the donation option and increased attention on participant donations by nonprofit staff.
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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.
Museum 2.0
JULY 8, 2015
Last week on this blog, I tried an experiment. I wanted to open up conversation about how we judge the relative ethics of various sources of museum revenue--all of which have moral grey areas. Instead of writing a post and soliciting comments (my typical approach), I used an online polling tool to create a simple game where you could read short provocations about questionable revenue sources and give each source an ethical thumbs-up or down.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JULY 5, 2015
With the first half of 2015 past us, here's a look back at the three most read postings on my leadership blog so far this year. Most Popular Post In his new book, Fail Fast or Win Big: The Start-up Plan for Starting Now , author Bernhard Schroeder gives you the edge he believes you'll need to be an entrepreneur who can launch a profitable business—in 90 days or less.
Connection Cafe
JULY 8, 2015
Good is a huge part of my world. Seriously. I think about good, the concept, all the time. I talk about good. I work to do good. I strive to help others join in. Why? Because I share in the belief that the world would be better if good took over. It’s really that simple. What isn’t so simple is how I got to this point of clarity. I like to tell people that I graduated from college in the Gordon Gekko “greed is good” era, a time when we were all going to land big jobs and
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