Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 19, 2012

Throughout the conference, I posted notes from sessions and other highlights from the hallways – and you can get all of the posts from the Nonprofit Times! Hot Button Issues at SXSW: Kony and Homeless Hotspots. Social Philanthropy: Raising Money on YouTube and Twitter. Tendenci was developed by Schipul especially….

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Though originally focused on advertising, Ogilvy’s wisdom contains enduring truths around driving action and results that can aid any cause, even with today’s new tools and platforms. A charity combating homelessness should feature stories of providing shelter, not just cute mascots. Passionate explaining of impact?

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 14, 2013

You can use Atomic Training to help your organization maximize its tech tools and software products. Job training for at-risk youth, veterans reentering the workforce, or even homeless populations. Build your social media presence with training on Twitter and Facebook. to see how organizations are putting these tools to work.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 17, 2010

Mark Horvath, known as " HardlyNormal " on Twitter and who is a tireless advocate for the cause of homelessness, was the winner of the SXSW Pepsi Refresh Challenge. Mark uses social media to tell the story of homeless people in America. Mark uses social media to tell the story of homeless people in America. Applause!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 31, 2018

Constantly update your supporters, especially after the campaign ends – if you do this consistently, you will gain trust and your crowd will grow over time. Of those inspired by social media, Facebook (47%) has the largest impact, then Instagram (23%) and Twitter (20%). ? 78% of donors in Kenya volunteer. 83% regularly vote.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2021

Appeals that make a strong case for why support is needed now – during a crisis and any other time — and how that support will be used to make a demonstrable impact. I tell nonprofits this all the time. Especially during times when the economy is doing somersaults and people are nervous. This is what happened in 2020.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 4, 2014

If this is your first time with crowdfunding, you can ask yourself: How much do I need to make an impact? After you think through these questions, create a well defined goal that follows the SMART framework : specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely. For example, Project Renewal helps homeless people get off the streets.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2011

Before exploring the questions around limitations and needs, I want to share a couple examples of things happening right now to remind us that even though it will take a lot of work, and honestly a good bit of time, that we are already moving. Lastly, in order to train the community to drive, you have to share your tools. org before?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 20, 2012

The cute animal theory has not gone unnoticed by nonprofits, even those that are not animal welfare organizations, zoos or aquariums are sharing content featuring cute animals on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Primary measurement tool: Facebook Insights. And now, mobile. Best Friends has just launched a fun mobile app.

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NTEN

MARCH 20, 2012

Throughout the conference, I posted notes from sessions and other highlights from the hallways - and you can get all of the posts from the Nonprofit Times! Hot Button Issues at SXSW: Kony and Homeless Hotspots. Social Philanthropy: Raising Money on YouTube and Twitter. Tendenci was developed by Schipul especially….

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Their time is spent on three areas: (1) monitoring and analyzing online conversations, (2) leading data-driven attention campaigns, and (3) sharing knowledge with the sector. Our team sifts through the vast amount of real-time online content about the ocean and amplifies it. Big listening is fast, and shows changes over time.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 19, 2012

You can use Atomic Training to help your organization maximize its tech tools and software products. Job training for at-risk youth, veterans re-entering the workforce, or even homeless or transitional populations. Building your social media presence with training on Twitter and Facebook. Just-in-Time Training.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 14, 2011

I used this an opportunity to reflect on my experience as a free agent over the years and while the tools have changed, the principles effectively using social media to fundraising for a cause have not. And while the small nonprofit, The Sharing Foundation , benefited from the prize money, there were also other benefits.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 15, 2009

A number folks offers some insights in the comments or on Twitter, including Amanda. I’ve felt a huge mix of pressure and enthusiasm to launch another one from previous organizers and cities who missed it the first time around. I think too many times people are raising money without a specific objective in mind.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 27, 2010

The day was designed as a one-day interactive strategy session in the morning and intensive mini-workshops on tools and tactics in the afternoon lead by a cadre of local social media specialists and experts. A conversational approach is not an expert or a group of experts talking the whole time. Some Reflections.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

We are here to talk about reporting impact, specifically creating tools and some good processes to do that for your donors. You should have it by dinner time, that’s my promise to you. We’re going to try to save a little bit of time for Q&A at the end, but don’t be shy about that. You can tweet us.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 3, 2009

Last week, I wrote about Twestival , the most recent example of fundraising on Twitter and a networked fundraiser of a scale we haven't seen before. I titled the post " Look Out Here Comes Everybody To Raise Money for charity:water on Twitter " with a wink to Clay Shirky's work. Says Ben, "We knew each other on Twitter."

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

There’s a reason the holiday season is called the most wonderful time of the year! Despite increasing commercialism, the holidays traditionally get people thinking about ways they can give—whether they’re wrapping gifts for loved ones or donating time and money to a cause they care about. Read on to learn more!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 5, 2019

No wonder brand messages are shared 24 times more frequently when coming from employees (real people) compared to when posted by the company. . Do you say homeless people or individuals experiencing homelessness?… This is not the time for brand policing. 5) Provide the necessary tools.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 24, 2015

Range is designed to be a tool for "referrers," meaning people who connect youth and families to social services. Dar Verveka, CTO of Lift Communities , first heard about Range from Twitter. For smaller systems that can't afford a full-time social worker, an app like Range makes perfect sense. How Range Works.

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NTEN

JANUARY 8, 2009

The good news is that the thoughtful, well-researched way you put technology strategies and tools to work is going to help your organization get beyond "weathering the storm", ensuring it thrives during this crisis. The management team recognizes the value of this membership even in hard times. . twitter: ntenhross.

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Care2

MAY 11, 2011

Facilitating face-time and team building for your regional staff. telling the stories of homeless individuals across the United States has been well documented. Mark shared his progress around the country in YouTube videos (he’s been featured on the YouTube homepage, blog posts , and his Twitter feed.

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Care2

MAY 9, 2008

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" It’s a great opportunity for summer camps, homeless shelters, halfway houses, etc.

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Care2

MAY 8, 2008

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" It’s a great opportunity for summer camps, homeless shelters, halfway houses, etc.

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NTEN

MARCH 19, 2010

Call2Action's Spark™ combines video with action tools in one shareable widget. On your hard drive, right now, you have a program plan, a policy, a template, a resource guide or tool that one of your colleagues is looking for. Come play with some cool new tech tools at the Microsoft booth (free drink tickets)! Spinx, Inc.

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NTEN

MARCH 19, 2010

Call2Action's Spark™ combines video with action tools in one shareable widget. On your hard drive, right now, you have a program plan, a policy, a template, a resource guide or tool that one of your colleagues is looking for. Come play with some cool new tech tools at the Microsoft booth (free drink tickets)! Spinx, Inc.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 17, 2007

It is an internal assessment tool which helps organizations figure out what parts of their online strategy are working, and what parts might need tweaking. I don’t think we want homeless shelters, food pantries, mental health organizations, etc., And, I actually hope that doesn’t change. Why bother having a web site at all?

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

And in each of these we will talk a bit about tools, tactics and strategies. Analog Tools. What this means for tools, specifically, is that we don’t actually like technology. The tools in an analog world fulfilled a specific function but did not influence our planning or programs. Digital Tools. So let’s dive in!

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 5, 2021

If that’s the case, it’s time to take a fresh look at your marketing strategy, get creative, and find areas for improvement. We help equip nonprofits with the tools they need to pursue better online fundraising efforts, such as well-designed digital donation forms and a text-to-donate platform. These tips will help you get started: .

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 16, 2010

We were also very lucky that Claire Sale volunteered to be our Twitter advocate who monitored the Twitter stream and verbalized important points and insights. . Invisible People , an nonprofit that uses video storytelling to help de-stigmatize homeless people.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 23, 2023

But social media is only a tool. And like any tool, you have to know how to use it. Fundraising is all about building relationships and social media is just one tool to help you do that. Learn to use TikTok’s editing tools, and start posting videos to see what catches on. Almost everyone is on Facebook. It’s not an ATM.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 9, 2021

Sabrina, I got start time. We’ll save some time for Q&A. I’ll keep an eye on Twitter. So I thank you for that space and grace, and I do say, I will honor your time. You will get exactly the same amount of content and your questions answered in the time that you have allotted for this training.

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Bloomerang

JULY 31, 2021

We’re going to try to save some time at the end for Q&A. And you’re always so gracious with your time and fitting us in. So I don’t want to take up too much time from you except to say thank you and you’re awesome. Thank you for taking the time to learn a little bit more, discuss grants.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

There is always a conundrum in measuring social change movements as well as networked approaches. Outcomes for “ wicked problems ” can be easily counted – policies passed, housing the homeless, educating children. National demographics of key platforms, like Twitter and Facebook, reflect the demographic makeup of the nation.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 8, 2018

Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, traditional direct mail, your web site, blog posts, even text messages – how will you come up with unique messaging for each platform? Where will you find the time, and where will all those messages come from? Your answers will unlock your tools, the superhero weapons you’ll need for your quest.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 13, 2009

With a small staff, big hearts, and the right mix of singles, bunts and a few homeruns, MLF continues to raise more funds, increase its volunteer base of more than 12,000 and accomplish its mission of providing food, clothing, dignity, and housing to the homeless and indigent working poor.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 12, 2009

With a small staff and the right mix of singles, bunts and a few homeruns, MLF continues to raise more funds, increase its volunteer base of more than 12,000 and accomplish its mission of providing food, clothing, dignity, and housing to the homeless and indigent working poor.

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