Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 19, 2024

So, if your nonprofit works in environmental conservation, use a keyword research tool to identify common questions like “how to support local environmental initiatives.” Plus, since it includes the phrase “volunteer opportunities for animal shelters,” you’re throwing your hat into the ring for that term, too.

Action 259

Action Practice Tips Seattle 259

Twenty Hats

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

For CVA Krista Gilmore, the point of volunteer management is to cultivate volunteer leaders. That was the advice I received 25 years ago from an experienced volunteer director. I was new to a children’s ministry position and had little experience managing volunteers. Give away the good stuff. Fast forward to the present.

Volunteer 75

Volunteer Americorp Leadership Maryland 75

Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

You can recruit volunteers from your community to bring in different homemade goods and sell them. 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.

Ideas 95

Ideas Fundraising Celebrate Hosting 95

Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The list of headaches and hassles you’ll encounter is pretty much endless: Renting a venue, hiring a caterer, soliciting silent auction items, signing up and training volunteer event staff, etc. blast some tunes) will go a long way toward enticing local drivers to pull over and get a wash. Recycling electronics definitely qualifies.

Ideas 52

Ideas Fundraising Classes Contest 52

The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2023

Summer’s social ambiance, characterized by people wanting to enjoy outdoor events and immerse themselves in their local community, can boost your nonprofit’s fundraising efforts. Encourage local businesses to sponsor the event or donate supplies to help cover costs.

Impact 52

Impact Ideas Fundraising Artist 52

The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 16, 2023

Engaged supporters often turn into long-term donors, volunteers, and advocates. Here are some popular examples: Benefit concerts or performances : Team up with local artists or performers to host a show where ticket sales support your cause. Ticket sales, sponsorships, and donations all add to your fundraising goals.

Impact 98

Impact Create Nonprofit Awareness 98

Candid

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Mailing thank-you, birthday, or holiday cards, signed by your staff or volunteers. 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.

Ideas 105

Ideas Fundraising Linkedin Grant 105

Greater Giving

JUNE 1, 2023

Volunteerism and Skills-Based Support: Volunteering time and expertise can be invaluable to LGBTQIA+ nonprofits. Supporting campaigns, attending pride events, and engaging with local communities are powerful ways to promote inclusivity and equality. Your partnership provides additional exposure and resources for both of you.

Philanthropy 75

Philanthropy Giving Advocacy Awareness 75

Tech Soup

JUNE 1, 2017

NetSquared groups focus on topics that address their unique local tech challenges, but once a quarter, we select a common theme. Bellevue, Washington: Microsoft Azure IoT Workshop. Detroit, Michigan: SeeClickFix Summer Workshop. Detroit, Michigan: SeeClickFix Summer Workshop. Thursday, June 1, 2017. Friday, June 16, 2017.

Netsquared 36

Netsquared Los Angeles San Francisco United Kingdom 36

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

The participants represented a wide range of nonprofits from all-volunteer groups to larger institutions. The participants represented a wide range of nonprofits from all-volunteer groups to larger institutions. The individuals included both staff and volunteers as well as different generations.

Policy 94

Policy Social Media Fund Reflection 94

Tech Soup

JANUARY 4, 2016

Our live, in-person events are hosted by a global network of volunteers dedicated to building strong, self-sufficient local communities of nonprofit technology practitioners. Las Vegas, Nevada: Office 365 for Nonprofit Workshop — FREE! — An Inclusive, Interactive Workshop. Wednesday, January 20, 2016.

Netsquared 36

Netsquared Cameroon San Francisco Burkina Faso 36

Nonprofits Source

MARCH 4, 2024

If you’ve launched dedicated mobilization efforts in the past, ask past volunteers and advocates for feedback so you know how to improve. For instance, if you’d like to boost voter registration in a certain local community, you can send more voter information communications to people in that area. Collect feedback from stakeholders.

Mobile 59

Mobile Strategy Advocacy Causes 59

Tech Soup

APRIL 3, 2017

But maybe you're skeptical and you're wondering: "How can a free event organized by a volunteer be any good?" In partnership with NTEN, we brought together 50 volunteers to attend the 17NTC conference for dedicated workshops that will prepare them to be nonprofit technology champions. Friday, April 28, 2017.

Local 48

Local San Francisco United Kingdom Guatemala 48

Bloomerang

JUNE 22, 2023

Investing eight hours to attend the annual board retreat and strategic planning workshop allows board members to contribute their insights, ideas, and expertise. Dedicate 16 hours per year to attend local boardroom training, conferences, and webinars to gain knowledge about effective board governance.

Difference 99

Difference Influence Demonstration Nonprofit 99

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Our group of advisors includes 20 impressive women from 8 technology companies who are sharing their skills and expertise with local women entrepreneurs help them to scale their businesses. They will also spend time with and encourage girls from local schools to explore tech careers. The first day day kicks with an orientation.

Peru 79

Peru Exercise Empowerment Local 79

NTEN

APRIL 16, 2015

This week is National Volunteer Week ! Involving volunteers is a way to reinvest in our Community and strengthen our collective power. Inspired by National Volunteer Week, we’d like to reiterate some of the ways one can volunteer and get involved with NTEN and be at the center of social change.

National 36

National Volunteer NTEN Drupal 36

Achieve

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Create an open line of communication Whether you’re managing your volunteers or stewarding donors , one core strategy stands out that makes any partnership a success: good communication. Host workshops for their employees that will contribute to their professional development.

Sponsor 52

Sponsor Strategy Proposal Metrics 52

Connection Cafe

APRIL 28, 2020

Borrow from political organizers to build a grassroots movement at scale by empowering supporters locally with the right messages and tools to spread your mission. In-person volunteers are disappearing for key activities (e.g., Think like a political organizer: Virtual engagement is extremely scalable. HUMAN SERVICES. Urgent issues.

Virtual 33

Virtual Volunteer Challenge Mobile 33

Qgiv

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

For 15 years and counting, Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine has invited local leaders to participate in their annual Swan Derby fundraiser. We’re thrilled that local and national nonprofits alike can use Qgiv’s tools to raise more money to fulfill their missions.”.

North America 52

North America Fundraising Atlanta Florida 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 8, 2019

Before I get to the topic of using posters to make your workshops or meeting more interactive (and fun), I want to wish you a Happy International Women’s Day! The photo above is from a mini-workshop I did as part of Wake International’s “ Tech2EmpowerUSA.” Photo by Equal Rights Advocates.

Learning 87

Learning Exercise San Francisco Instruction 87

Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

Reach out to the chef of a popular local restaurant or send a call out to any supporters who are baking aficionados to host a virtual cooking or baking class as a fundraiser. Have your local wine expert guide you all through the different wines via livestream to complete the experience. Virtual event fundraising. Virtual craft fair.

Raise 98

Raise Ideas Online Help 98

Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

Most Jewish nonprofits know that this is the best excuse to come up with punny costumes and read the Megillah, but even if you aren’t an org focused on Judaism, you could team up with a local JCC, synagogue, or Hillel: This is also a holiday where it’s tradition to give back. Buy an hour with Daylight Savings Time… (second Sunday in March).

Ideas 98

Ideas Fundraising Fun Kentucky 98

Neon CRM

JANUARY 25, 2024

Share upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, organization updates, etc., Who creates the resources and sets up the workshops that help them in their career? Recap Events From volunteer days to fundraising galas, organizations have a lot of events that not all members can attend. Use it to help members stay informed!

Newsletter 52

Newsletter Content Ideas Tips 52

Tech Soup

MAY 1, 2017

National Volunteer Week has come and gone, but I ask you to join me every week in celebrating the amazing contributions of TechSoup's NetSquared community. Our mighty army of volunteers hosted over 500 free nonprofit technology trainings last year, and we're on track to reach even more organizers this year. You like numbers?

Netsquared 36

Netsquared Burkina Faso San Francisco United Kingdom 36

Twenty Hats

AUGUST 18, 2020

Of all of the trainings that I have offered since starting Twenty Hats, I am proudest of the two Volunteer Manager Leadership Circles that I initiated. I wanted to create this same opportunity for Leaders of Volunteers, so I did – twice. Two volunteer leadership circles. My second circle was much more specialized.

Professional 61

Professional Skills Leadership Facilitation 61

EveryAction

OCTOBER 18, 2016

Here’s a quick GOTV FAQ to help you get up to speed - and if you need more info (or you're an old hand who already knows all about GOTV), check out this GOTV myth-busting video from The Campaign Workshop. OK, so what does GOTV stand for? GOTV stands for Get Out The Vote, which is the final phase of a field campaign.

Poll 100

Poll Alaska FAQ Phase 100

Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2021

With the Salesforce.org Nonprofit Success Pack , they plan to track and manage relationships and interactions with constituents across all regions, allowing them to develop local leadership, build a diverse network of local groups that campaign with impact, and connect partners across the climate movement and social justice movement.

Organization 98

Organization Massachusetts Org Africa 98

Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Last year, I had the unique privilege to help facilitate The Local Philanthropy Workshop with the TechSoup Romania team. It was a lot of fun, and as much as I was asked to share some of my knowledge and ideas, I learned a great deal from the local participants. Resources: Global Voices has created a Guide to Blog For A Cause.

Romania 237

Romania Create Organization Local 237

Museum 2.0

MARCH 18, 2015

In a Community Science Workshop. A couple months ago, I visited a Community Science Workshop for the first time in Watsonville, CA. I sat down with Emilyn Green, Executive Director of the Community Science Workshop Network , to learn more about their history, design, and engagement strategy. How are Workshop locations selected?

Green 20

Green Interview Share Community 20

Connection Cafe

MARCH 22, 2021

Virtual volunteering and donations became the early option for employees who wanted to stay involved in programs during the difficult time, raising a total of $132,871 from employee giving. Weekly mindfulness sessions are held, including workshops on mental health, working from home, body image and suicide prevention.

Global 49

Global Program Classes Exercise 49

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Connect with your volunteers and see who might be willing to offer some extra hours for the coming 3-4 months. The need for local pest control, insurance, copier lease, or related services may change, therefore you should re-evaluate annually. These funds are often depleted quickly, so act immediately when opportunities are announced.

Money 98

Money Nonprofit United States Fund 98

Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 18, 2022

An important distinction between pro-bono work and volunteering is that pro-bono is a specialized, professional-grade service. In contrast, volunteering is a more general service that doesn’t require prior experience or knowledge. Volunteering coordination. Web design. Fundraising coordination. Membership growth consulting.

Donation 64

Donation Gift Companies Benefit 64

Everyaction

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Our institute is designed to advance the skills and knowledge of nonprofit professionals, volunteers, board members, and community leaders. As policy changes unfold at the federal, state and local levels, the communities and issues we care about as corporate social responsibility professionals inevitably face uncertainty. State/Local.

Calendar 85

Calendar Conference Las Vegas DC 85

Tech Soup

AUGUST 21, 2014

But did you also know that TechSoup’s NetSquared project supports nonprofit technology events and workshops happening in 50 cities across the globe? Each NetSquared group is run by volunteers who program events reflecting the unique needs of their community. So join your local group to get alerts about upcoming gatherings.

Netsquared 52

Netsquared Kenya Local WordPress 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

Local organizations are working to provide support, training and services to these women. These organizations will have intensive and hands-on tech training and mentoring during the workshop. In Ukraine, nearly 2 million people are internally displaced. Seventy-five percent are women and children.

Ukraine 50

Ukraine Help Organization Empowerment 50

Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 20, 2023

Great volunteers can be a huge asset to your nonprofit, donating hundreds or thousands of hours of work each year to your cause. When your nonprofit is new, young, or small, finding volunteers and plugging them in to a role they enjoy can be tricky. After all, it takes work to find new volunteers and you want them to stick around.

Volunteer 98

Volunteer Tips Nonprofit Social Media 98

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 14, 2011

My role over the past year been in the areas of: program design, design and delivery of a train the trainers intensive workshop in-country last March (see posts #1 , #2 , #3 ; #4 ); and develop and support the target NGO curriculum (intensive strategic and skills based curriculum). Flickr Photo by SMEX Beirut.

Social Media 116

Social Media Tunisia Morocco Yemen 116