Bloomerang

AUGUST 12, 2022

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on where to seek endowment funding for their local historic charity. . If you have a local community foundation , begin there. You can use a research tool like Grantli or the Foundation Center Directory. Whatever you do, try to steer away from the fringes.

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VisionLink

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

211 is the most comprehensive and credible source of vetted information about local resources and services in the country. It's powered by people: thousands of caring, local experts who are available to help 24/7. Know someone who needs assistance? Have them dial 211.

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EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

The good news is that nonprofit organizations, advocacy organizations, businesses, individuals, and other changemakers can successfully advocate for a better future for LGBTQ+ people with support from the right strategies and tools. Fortunately, technology like digital advocacy tools make this easy to do for staff and supporters alike.

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sgEngage

MARCH 3, 2023

But these companies have substantially more resources than what a typical nonprofit has. The organizations behind the cloud-based services can afford the latest tools, technologies, and talent to ensure that the data they’re hosting is as secure as possible. No one—not even our largest government and financial institutions are.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 19, 2024

But when you’re lean on resources and human power, just producing blog posts and updating your website feels like a miracle, never mind SEO or a content strategy. So, if your nonprofit works in environmental conservation, use a keyword research tool to identify common questions like “how to support local environmental initiatives.”

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2023

AI as a writing tool can make you even more efficient and give you time to do other things like plan great fundraising campaigns. To help you dive right in, this posts provides an overview of the tools available, best practices, and examples to make your chosen AI writing tool work for you.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Instead, pay attention to the local weather. It’s a crucial tool to have if you plan outdoor events or events taking place in a remote area. It pays to know your local weather, too. Observe federal, state, and local laws. It would be embarrassing if your Brewfest was shut down due to violating local noise ordinances.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Don’t be afraid to take the production externally – ask a local production company if they will offer your nonprofit a discount. Research your local radio, broadcast television (ABC, NBC, CBS, PBS, etc.) Step 4: Submit your PSA for consideration. and cable TV stations to learn how to submit your PSA.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Building an organization from the ground up is a challenge, but with the right nonprofit tools, the heavy lifting gets easier. There are SO MANY nonprofit tools out there, all promising to make your work easier as you grow your new nonprofit. The key is to find the right tool for the right task. . Some cost a little.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 29, 2020

With virtual events quickly becoming the new normal for the events industry, it is important that you find and make use of the best tools available to host a professional and engaging event. Adding video production tools to your belt can help you overcome a number of challenges that video production is faced with. Audio tools.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 3, 2010

I’ve had experience organizing communities offline in local communities, and organizing community online – but the kind of organizing that inspires me the most is combining online and offline. Social media tools work because they are powered by people, and people are social. What tools have been most unsuccessful?

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Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

Your best board members are like a treasure trove of expertise—guiding decision-making, fueling innovation, and opening doors to resources and networks that would otherwise remain out of reach. Empower them by giving them the training, tools, and inspiration to lead effectively. 10 places to recruit board members Your volunteer pool.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2011

The number of low-cost or free, web-based resources and tools available to nonprofits today is astounding. A handy little tool when designing a YouTube channel, Twitter profile, MySpace page, blog, etc. Part-website, part-smartphone app, this tool enables free group texting between small groups of people.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

They serve 13 counties and provide about 250,000 meals per day by partnering with manufacturers, local and corporate grocers, farmers, foundations, corporations, and individuals. They packed their peer-to-peer site with mission information and resources for their fundraisers to demonstrate why food drives are important. Request a Demo.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

the tools to help you do your job. You may be surprised to learn how easy it is to find out important participant and donor characteristics through the right tools and data. Team up with local tv, radio, and print media partners, popular blogs, and social media influencers that reach and represent your target audiences.

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Tech Soup

JULY 26, 2017

This support will help librarians develop expertise in creating collections of historically valuable web materials that document their local communities. The project will create more than 30 TB of community history web archives and a suite of open educational resources, from guides to videos. About the Author. spanhidden.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

With the entire world affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent economic fallout, the vital services and resources that nonprofits provide are in historically high demand. As resources may be limited, it’s best to target items that won’t take a lot of phone calls or research to request. 1) Get your auction list in check. .

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Plus, enjoy delectable Portland-fresh donuts and snag an exclusive invite to our Social Hour on Wednesday evening at a local favorite spot. Tools with AI capabilities that we’ll explore include Jasper, Canva, Lumen5, and Sprout Social (to name a few). Come experience the essence of the Portland community with us.

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Non Profit Quarterly

MAY 13, 2019

Recognizing that good health depends more on an individual’s access to housing, good nutrition, education, and a safe neighborhood than on their medical care, Kaiser Permanente is rolling out Thrive Local , a digital care coordination platform that makes it easier for its medical providers to connect patients to community-based social services.

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Byte Technology

MARCH 16, 2016

Essentially, big data analytics can assist non-profits in decision making capacities, such as how to allocate sometimes limited resources and maximize social impacts. Working with that data, said organization can then funnel their financial and volunteer resources at specific services for the largest positive impact possible.

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The MatrixFiles

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Unfortunately, it continues to rise, spreading from national news down to the local level at an alarming rate. Members are asking for resources they can use to bring people together and enhance trust within their communities. The key takeaways from this discussion are: Start conversations at the staff, leadership, and Board levels.

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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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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

A great tool for this is the Google Keyword Planner – part of the AdWords toolset. The other useful tool for exploring new keyword ideas is the Keywords Everywhere plugin. The other useful tool for exploring new keyword ideas is the Keywords Everywhere plugin. Study Seasonal Trends Another fantastic tool is Google Trends.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

14) 96% regularly vote in local and national elections and 37% donate to political campaigns. 16) GivingTuesday donors say the following communication tools are the most likely to inspire them to give: Email – 35%. 18) 50% have donated directly through Facebook Fundraising Tools. WhatsApp – 4%. TikTok – 0%.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

That’s why it’s important to develop tools that will assist those who are willing to fundraise on your behalf. This can be directly asking friends and family or even finding ways to host small-scale events like a happy hour at a local bar where you can ask the community to support you.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 28, 2011

. —– Whether you are part of a nonprofit organization, an action campaign, a local community, or a school, you know that it is through stories you can showcase your work, change people’s minds, inspire them to make change, or join you to make a difference. Animoto isn’t a new tool, but it is still in my top five.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 29, 2020

With virtual events quickly becoming the new normal for the events industry, it is important that you find and make use of the best tools available to host a professional and engaging event. Adding video production tools to your belt can help you overcome a number of challenges that video production is faced with. Audio tools.

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Candid

MARCH 9, 2022

Toledo-Lucas County Public Library (TLCPL) has been part of Candid’s Funding Information Network since 1980, providing local nonprofits and the public with access to Candid’s resources, including Foundation Directory, for free. My role is to contextualize those tools and teach customers how to best use them.

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Byte Technology

OCTOBER 6, 2016

It’s certainly a wonderful way to conveniently donate to charities for people who relish online shopping, but the real question is this: will it truly be an effective fundraising tool for non-profits or is Amazon itself the real winner with the program? The post Shopping for a Cause: Is AmazonSmile an Effective Tool for Nonprofit Fundraising?

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Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 9, 2023

Local foundations and businesses may have grant programs specifically for nonprofits operating in the area. Applying for grants from local foundations and businesses can be a great way to jump-start fundraising efforts for nonprofits. By doing so, they can increase their funding, acquire new tools, and better serve their constituents.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Here are some ways you can find and get in front of new funders: Attend a “ Meet the Funders ” panel in your community or ask to take a local funder out to coffee to learn more about their organization and funding priorities. Joining the local affinity group you’ve been hearing about from your network.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Many facilitators adjust fees so they can compete with local facilitators. An external facilitator isn’t burdened by the local politics, history, or biases that may exist within your organization, or in the community. They can help keep the focus on the organization’s mission, goals, and outcomes rather than personal or local agendas.

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sgEngage

MAY 15, 2024

Applied an equity lens: We aim to grant funds with an equity lens, focusing on the needs of historically or currently marginalized and at-risk populations along with more local, on-the-ground organizations. Engaging stakeholders from the outset fosters buy-in, promotes transparency and reduces resistance to change.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Stay organized with Bloomerang’s online giving and event management tools. Partner with a local bakery to create a basket of fresh pastries, such as donuts, croissants, cookies, and muffins. Consider also including gift cards to local coffee shops to allow the winner to try new spots in your community. Local goods basket.

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VisionLink

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

We were asked by the United Way and the Community Foundation of the National Capitol Region, and several other local organizations to launch a multi-agency case management solution to address the needs of over 6,000 individuals affected by the lost lives of the 59 souls on the aircraft and the 125 who died in the Pentagon. In their honor.

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Cloud 4 Good

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Your CRM is a key tool for engagement and can drive your fundraising strategy, moves management, campaign analytics, and operational reporting. Data might be captured or stored in a data lake or cleaned via data quality tools, or structurally transformed before being pushed to a data warehouse. Host Locally or in the Cloud.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 9, 2022

On the local level, affiliate organizations work with trusted partners and residents to improve communities and build strong neighborhoods. In Chicago, Habitat’s commitment is to local families to achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance through housing and development projects. Second-to-None Support & Resources.

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