Bloomerang

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Ease of organization, larger participant pools and technological advances have helped the virtual nonprofit focus group overtake its traditional format. Here are 7 reasons to try a virtual nonprofit focus group. You have a wide range of tools to choose from when it comes to hosting the focus group.

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sgEngage

MARCH 30, 2021

Capgemini’s corporate social responsibility programs have offered a focus on volunteering, environmental sustainability, diversity and inclusion and groups, providing philanthropic outlets to employees with all-cause interests. The post How Capgemini Recognized Employee Resource Group Contributions first appeared on npENGAGE.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2021

Over the past decade, organizations like Sierra Club , Greenpeace , and 350.org By deepening their commitments to sustainability, organizations across sectors have the opportunity to enact more sustainable business practices and set an example for peer organizations. From nonprofits like 350.org

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EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

Why LGBTQ+ advocacy is always-on from here on It’s more important than ever for LGBTQ+ organizations to effectively advocate on behalf of LGBTQ+ people. Key types of advocacy Issue awareness Before organizations can create advocates for their cause, they need to make people aware of the issues they’re trying to solve.

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Charity Village

MARCH 15, 2024

The grants, ranging from $1000 to $25,000, support local, not-for-profit community groups and organizations to deliver programs and learning opportunities for Ontarians aged 55+. The Government of Ontario announced that applications are now open for the Ontario Seniors Community Grant Program.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 2, 2023

A lot of time, effort, and preparation goes into ensuring end-of-year campaigns produce all the funds needed for organizations to sustain their important missions. Keeping donors connected with the mission ensures the best possible donor retention rate for an organization. December is an important month for nonprofit fundraisers.

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EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

We asked our partners, what are some ways organizations doing advocacy can consistently engage supporters and keep them ready to take action with you, even outside of crisis moments? It is great when we get wins and can celebrate them, and it’s tough when we take a loss and have to re-group and press onward.

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 19, 2009

Oakland Local is launching today! Oakland Local is a news & community site for Oakland, CA, USA, focusing on social justice issues including climate change, air quality, food access, arts as activists, and identity, race & ethnicity. About Oakland Local. You can also connect with Oakland Local on twitter and facebook.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 5, 2009

In a recent Op-Ed piece in the New York Times , David Brooks compared the global response vs localized response to the outbreak. Brooks shows that if the world had a global approach to outbreaks like Swine Flu, then the decision-making and directive power would be in a really bumped up World Health Organization-like group.

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Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

These referrals come from trusted sources who understand the culture and know what the organization needs to thrive. You can leverage trusted board members and donor networks to find great candidates who share your organization’s values. Review board lists for organizations with shared values. Social media, especially LinkedIn.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 30, 2021

Capgemini’s corporate social responsibility programs have offered a focus on volunteering, environmental sustainability, diversity and inclusion and groups, providing philanthropic outlets to employees with all-cause interests. The post How Capgemini Recognized Employee Resource Group Contributions first appeared on npENGAGE.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

NetSquared’s February series exploring “Online Community Organizing” includes three different interviews; I’m really excited to participate! I work in and support nonprofit organizations, and my focus on communities isn’t to suggest that organizations are “bad” or aren’t making a difference.

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2021

Giving to religion-based organizations often tops lists of philanthropic statistics. In fact, in the recent Giving USA 2020 report , donors gave more than $131 billion to religion-based organizations in the United States in 2020. . Unique Opportunities for Those Working for Religion-Based Organizations.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Net2 Houston: Crafty Social Marketing Tactics That Work is a report from a NetSquared Local group that swapped tips on social media planning. Unsure how to factor social media into your organization's busy weeks? Is your organization using Instagram? Have you tried Pinterest yet? Got any go-to sites for social media?

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fusionSpan

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Trails – Trails are guided learning paths that group both Modules and Projects together. How can your Organization utilize Salesforce’s Trailhead? Many Associations and Nonprofit Organizations have many of their team members wearing multiple hats within the Organization. Reach out to our team of experts!!

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Bloomerang

MAY 10, 2024

Why organizations recycle old board members Recycling is good for glass, paper, plastic and the like, but not ideal for boards. My top three are: Emeritus Board Group (e.g., These groups generally have a certain prestige associated with them, including listing on your website, letterhead, and so forth. Stay in touch.

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EveryAction

JULY 12, 2023

One of the biggest mistakes that organizations make is ending their volunteer engagement soon after the state legislature declares sine die or adjourns indefinitely. If your organization conducts federal advocacy, be sure to transition volunteers into your federal campaigns. These are excellent places to recruit volunteers.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 4, 2009

The Twestival is back this September, this time focusing on local groups instead of a global campaign! Now is the time to help choose the local organizations that will benefit from the twitter-powered organizing and convening. Check out Twestival Local. Follow the chatter on Twitter.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

More than 20 NetSquared-affiliated organizers will be at the conference — look for the people wearing NetSquared pins. The NetSquared regional ambassadors will also be on-site sharing the joy of being a NetSquared organizer and participating in the fun. Find your closest NetSquared group. Upcoming Tech4Good Events.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

A group of concerned nonprofit leaders in the Washington, D.C. An analysis of data from over 45,000 organizations that have shared demographic information about their CEOs’ race and gender in their Candid nonprofit profiles confirms the funding scarcity these leaders face.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 24, 2024

For organizations using Nimble AMS, this means they are receiving product innovation throughout the year on a similar schedule to what they receive from Salesforce. Organizations need an association management software (AMS) vendor that has a strong, secure, and risk-free release methodology. For 12 years straight!) Learn more

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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. The group a lso worked to gather support for various economic development policies. Advocacy is an integral part of the work of any association. Enhance your website. Host advocacy events.

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Everyaction

JUNE 6, 2018

There is no better time to support local and national nonprofits protecting LGBTQ rights and serving the LGBTQ community, and while there are far too many organizations doing great work to list them all, these are a few that we're big fans of. They work at the local, state, and federal level to advance transgender equality.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 10, 2022

The first is the “story” of your non-profit – this is the overall story arc that is being told by your organization about your work, and includes your big picture vision and mission. To learn more about how to create a compelling, big picture story for your organization, read: The Story of Your Non-Profit.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Bake sale Bake sales are always a delightful way to raise funds for your organization. Ask local bakeries to offer sweets to sell to further motivate donors to purchase a treat. Work with local clothing boutiques and designers to create runway looks and sell tickets for your community to get a look at upcoming items.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 14, 2022

When you think of why your nonprofit’s donors support your organizations, do you expect each of their motivations to be the same? Prefer to donate to local charities or make a long-lasting impact through their investments. Are you acknowledging those differences in the way you build relationships with these supporters?

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Tech Soup

APRIL 20, 2016

Since the first NetSquared challenge in 2006, TechSoup has continued to offer people and organizations opportunities to connect, share ideas, and collaborate; they work on solutions online and offline through events, meetups, and hackathons. So how did these open challenges attract such a diverse group? How an Idea Becomes an App.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 4, 2022

At the height of the pandemic, this was the only viable option for most nonprofits, with many organizations opting to livestream their events. Technology can now imitate many aspects of in-person events, from chat functions that mimic group conversations to interactive games and events through a screen. 3) Hybrid fundraisers.

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Achieve

MAY 19, 2022

In this quick guide, we’re going to cover four tips to help your team stay organized when. It’s the multi-tool of your auction, allowing you to group a ton of tasks under one umbrella. Appoint specific team members (or a group, in the case of item procurement) to each of the following roles: Auction Chair.

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Amy Sample Ward

APRIL 2, 2009

I’m so excited about these new groups! Learn about Net Tuesdays and get local! These new Net Tuesday groups have bumped the total number of local NetSquared groups around the world over 30 - that’s a wide network of innovators and social changemakers! Originally posted on the NetSquared blog.).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 12, 2016

Also, if you have not read it, Kivi Leroux-Miller has written a stellar piece called “ The Heroes and Villains of Give Local America Story. “ Give Local America Disaster Offers Lessons for Next Time – Guest Post by Peter Panepento. Last year, Give Local America raised $68.5 In Columbia, S.C.,

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

As a small nonprofit organizer, you want to do more good work. So, instead, think of it as information that will help you better know the people who engage with your organization. Fill Leadership Roles Finding the right fit for a leadership position within your organization can be a challenge.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 31, 2021

Ideal for virtual parties, Gifted is an event invitation platform that allows party organizers to donate up to 100% of funds raised to select nonprofits in the United States and Canada. Best for local nonprofits, GroupRaise empowers nonprofits to partner with restaurants for fundraising. Gifted :: gifted.com.

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NTEN

JUNE 12, 2014

You may have attended your local Tech Club , as an attendee, speaker, or organizer. NTEN 501 Tech Clubs are informal, local groups that meet regularly in many cities. I wanted to create a tech club that was more than just a talking head meeting of local nonprofits. I think that you can''t sweat the small stuff.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 20, 2010

Over the last few years, the NetSquared Local network (a project of TechSoup Global's) has grown from just a few groups in only a couple countries, to 70+ groups in 21+ countries! Those local groups are organized by volunteers passionate about building community at the intersection of technology and social change.

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Candid

MAY 9, 2024

To help close this racial wealth gap, my organization, Living Cities, has made increasing homeownership across demographic groups a top priority. This is how community land trusts work: A nonprofit organization buys a plot of land or a set of homes and sells them to community members at below-market rates.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 4, 2024

Use the donor data in your nonprofit’s constituent relationship management system (CRM) to segment donors into groups based on shared characteristics and preferences. For example, you can create groups based on supporters’ giving habits, such as donation recency, type, amount, frequency, and reason for donating.

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