NTEN

JANUARY 27, 2010

Geographic information systems (GIS) and online mapping applications continue to become more powerful and easier to use every year. Mapping applications that used to require sophisticated software and time-intensive training to create can now be completed in a matter of minutes with user-friendly tools. Jim Craner, MapTogether.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 4, 2016

See if there's a group close to you by searching our map. This roundup of face-to-face nonprofit tech events includes meetups from NetSquared , NTEN's Tech Clubs , and HandsOn Tech. Paul, Minnesota: Print and Digital Newsletters | MCN Communications Round Table. Don't have a NetSquared group near you?

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NTEN

AUGUST 31, 2010

Here's a map to help you find your way. Tags: Newsletter NPTech NTEN Things We Like. There are so many social media options these days, you may be feeling a little lost. Finally, in the interest of making you feel good about the world, monkeys love kittens, too ! Also, how can you not want to visit a place called Monkey Forest?)

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Care2

OCTOBER 7, 2007

Given the fantastic feedback we received from our NetSquared GIS presentation, I was very pleased to learn that NTEN is featuring Robert in a forthcoming webinar. I youve ever wondered how mapping can help your nonprofit, this is THE webinar to attend. I recommend it highly. Heres a link to the registration page.

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Care2

SEPTEMBER 28, 2007

Given the fantastic feedback we received from our NetSquared GIS presentation, I was very pleased to learn that NTEN is featuring Robert in a forthcoming webinar. I youve ever wondered how mapping can help your nonprofit, this is THE webinar to attend. I recommend it highly. Heres a link to the registration page.

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NTEN

JANUARY 29, 2009

FlowingData has mapped the growth of WalMart across the U.S. Tag Galaxy maps Flickr photos onto a virtual solar system. Tags: NPTech NTEN Newsletter Things We Like. A monthly roundup of our favorite nonprofit tech resources. Read more posts on our blog. Terrific visual representations of data. since 1967.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 17, 2010

Whether we look at mapping tools, fundraising, or missing person systems, the social media response to the January earthquakes in Haiti all leverage the powerful technology we can hold in our hands: our mobile phones. Ushahidi was originally designed as a tool for mapping reports of violence in Kenya after the post-election unrest in 2008.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 14, 2009

With email newsletters and emails as part of your campaigns you can move your supporters up the ladder of engagement to take more actions and help you more and more. Google’s Mapping tools include: Google Earth. Google Maps & MyMaps. Google Maps API. The details of your emails are critical. Google Sketchup.

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NTEN

APRIL 3, 2009

The New York Times continues to produce great examples of interactive maps. We have a thing for maps, it's true. Tags: Newsletter NPTech NTEN Things We Like. Read more posts on our blog. Here's one visualizing the recession. Epicurious has one listing seasonal produce available in your area by month.

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Forum One

JANUARY 27, 2009

This is a cross-post of an article written for the NTEN newsletter and blog. They use data visualization and sharing tools like Swivel , Widgenie , Many Eyes , Google Maps , Google Motion Charts , APIs and more to make their data more available and more compelling. Don't let your data fall victim!

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 2, 2017

This roundup of face-to-face nonprofit tech events includes meetups from NetSquared , NTEN's Tech Clubs , and other awesome organizations. NTEN Presents: Oregon Nonprofit Tech Roundup. Wellington, New Zealand: Set Your Email Newsletter on Fire | Net2Welly Oct '17 Meetup. Upcoming Tech4Good Events. Portland, Oregon.

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NTEN

JULY 28, 2010

For example, simple or pre-populated forms, maps and location information, simple advocacy tools such as petitions, or simple instructions such as consumer or medical information. Tags: jed alpert Mobile Newsletter NPTech NTEN Web Sites Communications.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 5, 2010

We can’t get out there and save snakes, leopards and bears, but we can help them with their web presence, e-newsletters, etc. Thanks to the great resources of NTEN, and the lessons shared by the great leaders of the Nonprofit tech community, he now passes for an actual Internet Marketer. I mean, small nonprofit money.

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NTEN

MARCH 18, 2010

These included an English-Creole dictionary phone app, tools for tagging photographs of displaced people, texting tools that could be coordinated with the Ushahidi text alert system, and several tagging and updating efforts of satellite imagery and maps. CrisisCamps is not a rogue example.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 11, 2010

On Thursday, April 9th at 8:00 am, we kicked off the tenth Annual Day of Service at NTEN's NTC which was a resounding success! I remember a hot consulting topic was how to get your database off those 3x5 cards into an excel spreadsheet or how to mail merge in Outlook to send out an e-newsletter. .

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NTEN

OCTOBER 31, 2011

Didn't get enough visual storytelling in our newsletter ? We've also got some more great resources on our blog – on how to tell stories with maps , video , even paid advertising ! Read more posts on our blog. Big Duck's Rebecca Hume wrote up a nice introduction , and SocialBrite's JD Lasica offers a tutorial in 10 easy steps.

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NTEN

MARCH 18, 2010

These included an English-Creole dictionary phone app, tools for tagging photographs of displaced people, texting tools that could be coordinated with the Ushahidi text alert system, and several tagging and updating efforts of satellite imagery and maps. CrisisCamps is not a rogue example.

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NTEN

JULY 28, 2010

It allows you to introduce yourself and only then engage the visitor in a virtual conversation with an ask, be it to donate, sign-up for our newsletter, register for an event, volunteer, or use your resources. . Tags: christy van heugten Newsletter NPTech NTEN Web Sites Communications.

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NTEN

JUNE 18, 2009

Amazon S3, Google Checkout, Google Maps, PayPal). What are NTEN, TechSoup, and Idealware saying about the solutions? Tags: cloud computing Newsletter NPTech NTEN rem hoffmann rob jordan. Platform: The tools vendors use to build applications for nonprofits (e.g., Amazon Web Services, Force.com, Facebook).

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

OCTOBER 20, 2006

Part Vb:APIs October 20, 2006 This morning, I sat in on the " Great Open API Debate " hosted by NTEN. First off, a tip o’ the hat to NTEN for organizing this, the participants of the panel for an interesting conversation, and Mark Bolgiano from the Council on Foundations for awesome moderation.

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NTEN

MAY 28, 2009

We want all of the above on a map. Several maps! Custom maps, plus Google Maps, and Yahoo too! For example, a tool created to allow a community to map local water quality data can easily be re-purposed for a neighboring community, or one across the world. We want thumbs up and thumbs down, and images. And videos!

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NTEN

JULY 23, 2009

The team is also building modules on top of this core platform that will compress data into text messages to send electronic medical records, create real-time maps to visualize health programs, and connect clinics to a revolutionary mobile phone-based diagnostic tool. At clinics that serve about 1.2

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NTEN

OCTOBER 28, 2009

The result displays in table format as well as visualized on an interactive shaded map of the US. Tags: Data Integration/APIs michaela hackner Newsletter NPTech NTEN sandy smith IT Staff. The team conceived "DataMasher" -- a web app that allows users to "mash up" two sets of state data.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 2, 2009

note: This article is part of NTEN's Member Appreciation Month spectacular. The most popular pieces will be featured in our newsletter. By hard coded, I mean in the legal policies you've adopted, the features you've released and prioritized, your data taxonomies, your site map and information hierarchy. Rachel Weidinger. [Ed.

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NTEN

JANUARY 22, 2009

They use data visualization and sharing tools like Swivel , Widgenie , Many Eyes , Google Maps , Google Motion Charts , APIs and more to make their data more available and more compelling. Maps, for example, are a global contextualizer -- everyone can personally relate to mapped data. Just get started!

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 2, 2009

note: This article is part of NTEN's Member Appreciation Month spectacular. The most popular pieces will be featured in our newsletter. Did they request a specific newsletter, publication or service that clearly identified a need? Catherine Folkes, Severn Consulting Group. [Ed. You can read all the details here. ].

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 1, 2009

Mapping Metrics to Social Media Strategy: This wiki will be retooled to go deeper in more specific metrics linked to strategy. I will be looking at this from lens of mapping strategy to metrics for those just beginning their social media strategies and those who are more advanced. score out of 5.0). I wrote the chapter on ROI.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 8, 2007

It's great that NTEN let's anyone who is passionate about a topic set up an affinity group. Overview article from December NTEN newsletter. Full Stop Campaign - google maps and flickr mashup. Given my interest in flickr that's why I set one up last fall. I'm excited that a few of us can meet face-to-face!

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NTEN

MARCH 15, 2011

Finding out could be as simple as conducting a survey through your newsletter or website (try free tools at SurveyMonkey.com ). Make sure you're providing timely, valuable information, and using tried and true tools like newsletters and e-mail to remind people of the value you provide. Think Old School.

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Qgiv

MARCH 26, 2024

These resources come in various forms, ranging from educational webinars and podcasts to newsletters and fundraising software. Newsletters Another great source of written knowledge is in nonprofit newsletters. Sign up for one of these newsletters to stay updated on all the fundraising trends. NTEN Publications.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 27, 2007

" Jon Stahl of OneNorthWest newsletter article " How To Gather Email Addresses From Your Members, and What To Do With Them " is worth a read. Ali Levine has an amazing post about how to tell your story with maps on the NTEN blog and some pointers to story resources here.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 25, 2009

Once you have answered these questions, map identified needs across functional roles. Groups such as NTEN, TechSoup Global, NPower, and your regional nonprofit association may also be able to provide resources and guidance. Tags: IT staffing NPTech NTEN Newsletter cassie scarano.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 22, 2011

Last week was the 2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference and not only did I have the pleasure of presenting a couple sessions, it was also my first NTC as a staffer, as I joined NTEN earlier this month. I had a really wonderful time, and the Community-Driven Social Impact session was terrific! So, what is that opportunity?

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Care2

MAY 4, 2009

Mapping Social Media Strategy To Metrics: Listen, Learn, Adapt Designed by Beth Kanter | Beth’s Blog Communications Track - Plaza Room A The session will share an overview of why the sequence listen, learn, and adapt is critical to implementing a successful social media strategy. April 27 , 2009 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM 3.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 23, 2009

Source: Dollar Bin, Flickr In February, I'll be co-teaching the " WeAreMedia Live " intensive two-day workshop in San Francisco from NTEN. The Social Media Strategy Map and Worksheet 1. The goal is to help participants create a social media strategy AND take a deep dive into the tactics and tools of social media.

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3rd Sector Labs

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

We manually sync CRM donor data with our email marketing system every time we launch a newsletter or a multi-channel fundraising appeal. Anyway, each time we launch an event, newsletter, or fundraising appeal, we take the donor data from the most recently used databases and update the others. Summing it up.

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Wild Apricot

JUNE 27, 2008

in combination with the other delivery methods tailored to your particular audience and message, such as reports, newsletters, fact sheets, etc., Consider how you might use the interactive possibilities of the Internet and Web 2.0 tools, to get past some of those communication barriers â?? both electronic and print. Dear Association Leader.

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