Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 11, 2016

The workshops took place in different locations, including LinkedIn Headquarters in the UK, GA, and a co-working space called Second Home , a creative co-working space and cultural venue, bringing together diverse industries, disciplines and types of social businesses. The break helps boost productivity. What reboots your brain?

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 1, 2016

And Silicon Valley understands it as such a moment for the tech industry generally. My nonprofit creates the Martus software for human rights activists to securely store their sensitive information (via encryption). The government does not, and should not, have automatic access to every secret. and globally. and globally.

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Byte Technology

JANUARY 15, 2016

The VR industry is predicted to grow by $150 billion, and as such companies are already building on-line curriculums and rolling out programs to help teachers leverage the technology effectively. The post Back to School: New Tech for the Classroom of the Future appeared first on Byte Technology’s Nonprofit Web Design Insights Blog.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

The Bookshare Library Experience I am the CEO of Benetech, the nonprofit organization that provides the world’s largest online collection of accessible books, for people with disabilities that interfere with reading, through our Bookshare library. It has a minimal impact on the financial interests of the publishing industry.

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EveryAction

JULY 21, 2016

The sea of tech options for nonprofits is large and growing - what isn't is data-driven, expert advice on making tech decisions (as a CRM provider, we get it!). EveryAction: "You’ve worked for and with nonprofits for most of your career. MW: Our team’s extensive years of work in nonprofit technology inspire us to be a client advocate.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 12, 2016

As part of the research for our book, The Happy Healthy Nonprofit: Strategies for Impact without Burnout , Aliza Sherman and I have been reading, interviewing, and researching self-care practices both for the individual and how nonprofit organizations can support it. We’ve come across examples of how nonprofit abuse self-care.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 21, 2016

Some people think virtual reality could revolutionize the film industry in less than a decade. But virtual reality has played a role in changing other industries too, such as the nonprofit sector. Let’s look at how nonprofits have applied this technology already, and opportunities for nonprofits to use it in the future.

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Achieve

APRIL 21, 2016

and philanthropists from a variety of industries, MCON will give you the resources, networking and vision you need to grow your cause or idea for years to come. The 2016 Millennial Impact Report, which compares and contrasts how Millennials engage with nonprofit and political causes, will be released at MCON 2016. Get great value.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 18, 2016

The Great Recession and its aftermath have forced nonprofits to seek out new and different ways to address their challenges. In order to make change that is sustainable and scalable, additional funding sources need to be considered to help nonprofits achieve their core missions. Social enterprise models may well offer an answer.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 6, 2016

Nonprofit giving in America has been stuck at 2% of GDP for 45 years. One of the biggest problems that will keep the current state of giving at 2% is the lack of innovation: the failure to adapt to technology and changing donor expectations within the nonprofit space. The nonprofit sector has to do better as a whole.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 5, 2016

We need more of that in the nonprofit sector, especially when asking for donations. Those are just a few examples of where persuasion comes in handy in the nonprofit sector. The one thing you can’t fake in this industry is your genuine love for the cause. Nonprofits don’t pitch for one sum of cash. Nonprofits cultivate.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 4, 2016

BoxWorks is back and better than before for nonprofits. More than 5,000 nonprofits have made the switch to Box as their modern content platform, and BoxWorks is where they get inspired and equipped to assure their successful use of Box. Our goal is to welcome more than 500 nonprofits! We expect over 5,000 guests this year.

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BoardAssist

APRIL 26, 2016

Social media can be one of the best friends any nonprofit can have, but only if you stay on top of the latest advancements. 5 Social Media Advancements Every Nonprofit Should Prepare For. Social media is a comparatively very young frontier in the nonprofit sector which features surprises around every twist and turn.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

This is the second part of a two-part article exploring a potential career transition to a nonprofit position. In the previous segment , overall large picture differences between for-profit and nonprofit were discussed, with the seasoned executive in mind. Here, the environment and the employees of a nonprofit will be considered.

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 25, 2016

This article was originally published in our Nonprofit Hub Magazine, a bi-monthly publication that features content from the best in the nonprofit industry. John Fulwider is the author of Better Together : How Top Nonprofit CEOs and Board Chairs Get Happy, Fall in Love and Change Their World. You’re busy. We’re all busy.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 4, 2016

Ethics in the nonprofit sector, as well as in general, aren’t black and white and that’s what makes the topic so tricky. Possibly the biggest ethical dilemma nonprofits face — aside from avoiding the conversation of ethics altogether — deals with their reputation. Robbe Healey appeared first on Nonprofit Hub.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Donors are making their list, they’re checking it twice and they’re gonna find out which nonprofits have been naughty or nice. That’s right, nonprofits receive 50% of their annual donations in the last three months of the year—is your nonprofit ready for year-end giving? Choose your platforms. . Engage with your community. .

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Tech Soup

APRIL 8, 2016

Geeky guy that I am, I like CNET Green Tech News for coverage of industrial developments such as renewable energy, electric cars, and green IT. EcoGeek is a nonprofit green technology blog that is midway between CNET Green Tech News and Enviro Gadget. Its site has an excellent charity and philanthropy section.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 8, 2016

Geeky guy that I am, I like CNET Green Tech News for coverage of industrial developments such as renewable energy, electric cars, and green IT. EcoGeek is a nonprofit green technology blog that is midway between CNET Green Tech News and Enviro Gadget. Here are some I particularly liked. Green Tech News and EnviroGadget.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 8, 2016

Geeky guy that I am, I like CNET Green Tech News for coverage of industrial developments such as renewable energy, electric cars, and green IT. EcoGeek is a nonprofit green technology blog that is midway between CNET Green Tech News and Enviro Gadget. Here are some I particularly liked. Green Tech News and EnviroGadget.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 15, 2016

At bbcon 2015, some of the top minds in the nonprofit industry came together to present Big Idea sessions. These high-level discussions focused on key thought leadership topics and trends shaping the industry. Nonprofits for years have made a discipline of speaking the same words as their funders. Or an indicator.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 30, 2016

There are 164 local and independent Goodwill nonprofit organizations in the United States and Canada. What are your top tips for other nonprofit marketers to ensure the success of a digital campaign? Last year, Goodwill placed 312,000 people in employment in the United States and Canada.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 23, 2016

Nick Small has been at Nonprofit Hub for the last two years with his hands in everything from social media strategy to business development and running marketing efforts. As the new Managing Editor, you’ll be seeing his byline a little more often and a shift in voice from Nonprofit Hub content. __. I say enough.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 28, 2016

Do you feel you have a powerful online network which appropriately reflects your industry? As a graduate of any leadership program, how do you intend to carry forward and/or implement shared ideas, skills developed, resources acquired and lessons learned to benefit your community? I say self-awareness, execution and integrity.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 7, 2016

At bbcon 2015 , some of the top minds in the nonprofit industry came together to present Big Idea sessions. These high-level discussions focused on key thought leadership topics and trends shaping the industry. Demographics and data provide compelling reasons for nonprofit organizations across the U.S.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 24, 2016

posted by Rudy Frank Graduate Student, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. When thinking about gamification, nonprofits have to start thinking outside of the box if they truly want to engage the masses into more positive social behaviors.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

This means less reach for pages operated by nonprofits and for-profits alike. How Other Nonprofits Have Found Success. Some nonprofits have been able to adapt through clever marketing tactics. We decided to use something that can apply to any industry and any kind of content: humor.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

After connecting with grantmakers, nonprofits, corporations, partners and independent consultants—more than 5,000 interactions over a two year span—we learned that one of the biggest hurdles in solving this need for the industry was the lack of a common lexicon.

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EveryAction

APRIL 1, 2016

In the past year, thousands of nonprofit pros took advantage of our definitive Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar, and we're so excited to share our brand new 2016 list! Nonprofit technology, and more! 2015 - 2016 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar. Nonprofit Leadership Alliance / Houston, TX / $250. Fundraising.

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 4, 2016

Tammy Moloy is a guest contributor for Nonprofit Hub. Tammy has been a leader in the nonprofit sector for 25+ years, currently working as a Senior Consultant for nonprofit consulting firm, Ashley|Rountree and Associates. The post 3 Reasons Why Your Year-End Appeal is Not Over appeared first on Nonprofit Hub.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 22, 2016

Here are four common mistakes my team and I see made by social, government, and nonprofit organizations trying to measure their impact, and tips on how to avoid them: 1. One national nonprofit I know had been working on putting together a measurement system for three years. Measuring Too Much. Underutilizing What You Have.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 4, 2016

Here are insights from five industry leaders—from Blackbaud’s Chief Scientist to its Chief Technology Officer—sharing five resolutions you can make in 2016 to better guide your fundraising efforts: 1. Nonprofits know this to be true and yet they often don’t diversify their donor outreach enough. Exceed Donor Expectations.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 4, 2016

In practice, impact investing means partnering with and funding nonprofit organizations to effect social change in areas that are aligned with the strategic priorities and overall mission and vision of the organization. Transparency Replaces Wondering.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

This is only possible because the VIN acts as a unique identifier for the auto industry. Everyone, including NGOs, institutional funders, aid transparency organizations, and other NGO service providers, can now have a more accurate and holistic picture of what's happening in the nonprofit and international development sector.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 26, 2016

According to Foundation Center , there are just 12 items on the checklist for beginning a nonprofit organization. You may be better or worse than the national average (46% and 25% respectively), or you may have no idea, but that doesn’t change the fact that, as an industry, we continue to churn through donors. Your advertising.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 29, 2016

At bbcon 2015, some of the top minds in the nonprofit industry came together to present Big Idea sessions. These high-level discussions focused on key thought leadership topics and trends shaping the industry. First, let’s talk about data. To do so, let’s use an example that isn’t about technology at all: an annual gala.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 12, 2016

This doesn’t mean traditional event-driven peer-to-peer events run by nonprofits are passé, just that our industry is undergoing a shift we cannot ignore. Individual fundraising doesn’t mean traditional nonprofit peer-to-peer events have become passé. Now, technology exists to let anyone fundraise independent of a nonprofit.

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