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JULY 13, 2011

Although Google+ has been all the talk amongst techies the past couple weeks, Google has asked that non-personal accounts not be created , leaving Nonprofits and businesses in the dark. Fret not, however, as the number of nonprofits using Twitter continues to grow. Part 2 – 20 Tips for Nonprofits Using Twitter.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2010

Maddie : Lindy and I have talked to thousands of association executives who have voiced their frustrations about the social web — from the overabundance of tools and the disorderly experimentation of staff (and members!), So here’s a question for all of you NPTechies to consider… How is your nonprofit building community online?

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MARCH 10, 2012

It got me thinking about how content is used by nonprofits to help them connect with the right audience online. In essence, Joe points out the fact that great content is the tool that moves hearts and inspire action online. Content marketing and your nonprofit. Why should my nonprofit care about content marketing?

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MARCH 3, 2011

I’ve enjoyed watching the use of QR codes grow recently, particularly in the nonprofit space. For a sector often looking for creative ways to communicate our message, QR codes are a great tool for things like advocacy and scavenger hunts. If your nonprofit is using QR codes, please let us know in the comments.

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MAY 8, 2012

Nor could I see how the nonprofits I work with would have time for yet another social network to their already hard enough social media struggle. Really, Pinterest for Nonprofits ? This – and some of these other ideas – may set a blueprint for how other nonprofits can use this exploding technology.

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MARCH 20, 2012

Now that you’ve indulged my nostalgia, think about how this scenario can easily translate into your nonprofit website’s interactions and engagement with your constituents. Prioritize Content : Your website is a tool that is meant to mobilize your audience…make every pixel count. If not…refocus.

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JUNE 15, 2011

Neff – Author of The Future of Nonprofits: Thrive and Innovate in the Digital Age. There is no debate on what the future of nonprofits in the mobile space looks like. Although many nonprofits are resistant to the idea of doing anything in the mobile due to issues of cost, time and resources the future is staring them in the face.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Here are 10 things you can do right now (in no particular order) to start helping your rankings: Get an analytics tool. Another great tool is Google’s Webmaster tool. There is hope! Load that up and let it help diagnose any problem areas! Validate your pages.

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APRIL 23, 2012

Wrapping it up … When you browse the websites of nonprofits, it is often clear who has spent the time and effort on a real audience analysis and who has not. Content is easily found, tools available on the site are frequently utilized, and engagement with the site’s audience is increased.

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JULY 12, 2011

—. How much time should your nonprofit spend engaging with their “fans” on Facebook? Or will nonprofit campaigners who spend eight hours a week on their FB fanpage see better results such as more actions taken on campaigns and increased donations? Facebook Is Not a Good Tool for Donor Acquisition or Volunteerism.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

This interactive panel will showcase nonprofit case studies about advanced social media campaigns with multi-channel marketing strategies linked to CRM services. Leading nonprofits practitioners will share all about how they use measurement to improve strategy and prove results. Change Makers: How Nonprofits Create Change Online.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2013

While nonprofits are challenged with retaining donors, one overlooked cultivation tool may be the enewsletter. The right type of enewsletter content can help strengthen donor relationships.

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JULY 7, 2009

A post by Chris Brogan on “ Strategic Blogging and Some Tactics to Nail It ” for business got me thinking about how nonprofits could benefit from a full fledged blogging strategy. A well implemented blog with a solid strategy behind it can be an incredible tool to help you connect with supporters on the web.

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JUNE 26, 2012

We don’t want to miss out on opportunities that help us reach our goals so we watch the industry, what other nonprofits are doing, and even the for profit world to get new and fresh ideas. It’s not surprising that one of the questions I get asked most from the nonprofits I work with is “ what’s next in fundraising ?”

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MAY 7, 2009

It’s been an exciting endeavor and given us a lot of insight into using social media for nonprofits and fundraising! Our main goal is to help you learn how to leverage our technology and the tools that make up social media. We recently launched a new blog here at Blackbaud Internet Solutions.

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MAY 24, 2009

Facebook is also a great tool for nonprofits. Facebook is an ever growing force in the internet space and it looks like it will be for a while. With 200 Million users (and growing) it’s hard to ague otherwise. It’s free, it gives you an immediate way to build a tribe and engage people in online community.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2011

Guest post by Darian Rodriguez Heyman , creator of the nationwide Social Media for Nonprofits conference series and former Executive Director of Craigslist Foundation. . How can each of you take your cause viral, whether it’s an exciting announcement, a newly released YouTube video, or the nonprofit you represent?

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JANUARY 6, 2011

Videos are an amazing way to share your nonprofit’s story with supporters. Thankfully, the YouTube Nonprofit Program has made it easy to add interactive calls to action to your videos. While thought bubbles are fun, with a little graphic design moxie you can use the annotation tool to create gorgeous graphical buttons.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2009

Godin says that nonprofits are resistant to change and slow to adopt social media as well as the free online tools available to them. The reason is simple really; I want to call your attention to a conversation going on in the online world based on a post by Godin ( The problem with non ).

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NOVEMBER 14, 2010

It appears that a majority of Asia-Pacific Non-Profits use their website primarily as an engagement and communication tool, with online giving coming in second. About half of the surveyed organisations use social media currently, with a third planning to use it to some extent in the future. So how is this relevant to you?

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JUNE 19, 2012

The fact is email is an important tool that requires considerable planning, resources and expertise to be successful. My presentation covered how nonprofits can learn from what the corporate world is doing. My presentation covered how nonprofits can learn from what the corporate world is doing. How can your nonprofit stand out?

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APRIL 12, 2013

Dennis McCarthy and I had the pleasure of presenting Online Benchmarking: What Worked in 2012 at the Nonprofit Technology Conference in Minneapolis, MN. A benchmark study is a tool, and like any tool, it depends on how it’s used. NTEN and M&R also released their report, the 2013 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2010

You may agree with this or not, but I think it’s safe to say that the skill of listening online is one that all nonprofits should learn – it’s essential for anyone who wants to harness the power of the social web in their online strategy. Step Two: Configure the tools. SocialMention is an all-in-one social search tool.

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APRIL 13, 2013

If you’re at The 2013 Nonprofit Technology Conference we’d love for you to join us > [link]. Based on research we’ve done it doesn’t look like many nonprofits are raising significant amounts of money (i.e. >$10k) Do you have examples of nonprofits doing exceptionally well using social to raise money?

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NOVEMBER 5, 2010

Blackbaud’s conference for nonprofits is a few days away. In true “Ignite” style, each presenter will have five minutes to present 20 slides about their nonprofit programs, initiatives and the ways they’ve seen nonprofits from around the world use social media to make a difference. make sure to read the whole post).

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2009

Millions of people use the tool to stay connected with family and friends – sharing photos, videos, links, resources and personal day to day information. Some nonprofits are even figuring out how to connect with their supporters, donors, volunteers and advocates in new and unique ways.

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AUGUST 11, 2011

The seven event fundraising techniques or “best practices&# described here emerged from analyzing data and interviewing nonprofit event and development staff. While about 55% of donations collected online will come the last 20 days before the event, participants need a head start to ensure online adoption and effective use of the tools.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2010

But we want to give nonprofits with limited resources access to quality tools and training that will allow them to build a house social network even if they don’t have a big budget or a social networking guru on staff. I’d love to hear about all of it!

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JULY 28, 2011

Or, do you work for a nonprofit and need to find ways to equip those who fundraise on your behalf? Use Online Fundraising Tools. It goes without saying, but using an online tool will help you manage your fundraising efforts. Register Now ! Looking to be a more effective fundraiser? The more personal you can make it the better.

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AUGUST 19, 2009

The Social Networking tool Twitter has become a mainstay in my daily routine. In my line of work (nonprofit consulting) it’s important for me to stay up on industry news, trends, technology and people. Twitter helps me do this. Twitter gives me access to these people.

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OCTOBER 6, 2010

But we want to give nonprofits with limited resources access to quality tools and training that will allow them to build a house social network even if they don’t have a big budget or a social networking guru on staff. Every org is different and must build its community to work toward its own goals and mission.

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AUGUST 21, 2012

Prioritize Tasks to Reduce “Noise” The first step in creating a web strategy is “knowing your audience” and defining user tasks (see Andrew Fort’s post: “The #1 Reason Nonprofit Websites Fail and How to Fix It Immediately”). From the Audience Analysis exercise you will have a long list of user tasks for each audience segment.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2010

As you explore, start looking at ways to make the tool work for you and check out how others (non-profits and for-profits) are getting creative with the capabilities Facebook gives them. Here are a few nonprofit examples to learn from in case you’re having trouble coming up with an idea. I’ve been doing just that.

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JUNE 10, 2010

For any nonprofit, trying to keep constituents (members, donors, attendees, etc.) The use of a database or CRM ( Constituent Relationship Management ) software is an essential tool for helping manage this challenge, but is that all you need?

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JUNE 30, 2011

I volunteer with a small nonprofit called Fields to Families. Providing opportunities for your supporters to share an online campaign with social tools will increase how far its message travels. We work with local farmers to distribute excess produce to families in need. Brilliant, right? Have you grabbed your credit card yet?

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NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Is your nonprofit using the Facebook Like button ? Here’s a few thoughts from friends around the web: Why I Like the Like Button: Spreading Nonprofit Messages by [Debra Askanase]. Tags: Marketing and Communication Social Media #nptech Facebook Non-Profit social media Social Media Strategy Social Media Tools.

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APRIL 22, 2010

If you’ve ever wondered how to do fundraising using social media as a core part of your nonprofits online strategy I suggest you check out what Stacy Monk of Epic Change has to say.

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