Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 20, 2011

The Social Actions project began in 2006. There wasn’t much scalability in the way I was pursuing the project. I wrote a blog post called, Mashups, Open APIs, and the Future of Collaboration in the Nonprofit Tech Sector. And what does “Linked Open Data” refer to? I was surprised to the say least. Defeated in fact.

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API Action Open Data 186

Museum 2.0

JUNE 19, 2013

A few years and a few hundred open mics into that experience, it became obvious that some venues fostered amazing poetry communities, others, not so much. One of my favorite open mics was at the Cantab in Cambridge, MA. Compare that with any number of lousy open mics. The process is incredibly open and equal.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 19, 2012

Start Some Good, a platform for social good groups – whether nonprofit organizations or not – to raise funds and build community, highlighted eight diverse projects working for social impact at an evening event hosted by Center61 at SXSW. Tendenci Released as Open Source by Schipul. Crowdfunding Social Ventures at SXSW.

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Interaction Nptech Open Source Houston 215

Tech Soup

APRIL 20, 2016

In the last six years, Community Boost_r , ReStart Challenges , and Things Camp have used an open community challenge model. These open challenges help activists, nonprofits, journalists, techies, and community members identify, refine, build, and launch technology tools to solve pressing local and regional problems.

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Local Challenge Romania Open 36

Forum One

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Within Forum One, and among the mission-driven organizations we work with, I sense that more people understand that accessibility isn’t a box to check, but rather an integrated part of project design and delivery. This takes our approach out of a project-by-project mindset, and also challenges us to look internally.

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Accessibility Goal Virginia Audience 71

sgEngage

APRIL 17, 2023

The Trust Based Philanthropy Project is a five-year funder initiative that addresses inherent power imbalances between foundations and nonprofits. Do the Homework : Oftentimes, nonprofits have to jump through countless hoops just to be invited to submit a proposal.

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Philanthropy Literacy Gift Grant 74

The MatrixFiles

MARCH 8, 2023

We get a lot of RFP (Requests for Proposals) for association and nonprofit website redesigns. We often get asked this question: What is the best content management system (CMS) for association websites? Here are some ways that we’ve helped our clients choose a system that’s right for them. Depends on what?, you might ask.

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The MatrixFiles

MARCH 8, 2023

We get a lot of RFP (Requests for Proposals) for association and nonprofit website redesigns. We often get asked this question: What is the best content management system (CMS) for association websites? Here are some ways that we’ve helped our clients choose a system that’s right for them. Depends on what?, you might ask.

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System Content Associations Websites 130

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

OCTOBER 8, 2008

I keep being surprised by how frequently I hear clients tell me that a vendor has suggested they “build them a CMS,&# or by proposals from vendors that include custom building a CMS. First, the software available, whether it be open source, SaaS, or proprietary, is much better all round.

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Build Open Source Ning Module 100

Tech Soup

APRIL 29, 2013

projects in the nonprofit sector, compiled and authored by Keisha Taylor. The need for open data from NGOs is reiterated, while the way philanthropy has promoted the global Open Government Partnership is explained. Philanthrocapitalists Propose a Social Progress Index. Open Data for Social Change. on NetSquared.

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Map Trend Data Open Source 57

sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Knowledge insights, grants and learning, information systems, data discovery, or relational analysis are just some of the terms showing up alongside the more familiar phrases of research and development and data analysis. When we ask a question, we can open new ways of understanding.

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Knowledge Philanthropy Change Work 69

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MAY 14, 2013

Unfortunately, most companies won’t pursue projects without the promise of big profits and the people who need tech tools the most often can’t afford them. It all started with the TED’s opening session, “Progress Enigma.” Technology has the potential to improve the lives of millions across the world. You can read Part 1, here.

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Technology Pledge Music University 129

The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Getting buy-in from your team for implementing new systems consists of more than just proving ROI. Determine in which way they are stakeholders in either the old system you’re looking to change or the new system you’re looking to implement. Embarking on a new tech project is like building a house.

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Project Tech Guide Phase 98

3rd Sector Labs

APRIL 28, 2014

For example, one system may prefer that husband and wife are created as a joint account, while another may prefer that the two are individual donor accounts that are linked. For Open Source and custom databases, you can usually get directly to the database if needed. As a general rule of thumb, though, use the importers.

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Data Donor Database Map 178

Kindful

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

GCF seeks to target these areas to help fill the gaps in climate financing through Requests for Proposals (RfP) and pilot programmes which are focused on specific themes. Areas served: Worldwide. PADI AWARE Foundation. PADI AWARE Foundation is a publicly funded nonprofit whose mission is to drive local action for global ocean conservation.

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Conservancy Environment Grant Alaska 57

NTEN

MARCH 20, 2012

Start Some Good, a platform for social good groups - whether nonprofit organizations or not - to raise funds and build community, highlighted eight diverse projects working for social impact at an evening event hosted by Center61 at SXSW. Tendenci Released as Open Source by Schipul. Crowdfunding Social Ventures at SXSW.

Interaction 76

Interaction Houston Open Source Austin 76

ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

This term refers to an engagement between a client and a service provider for the purpose of completing an internet based project. These engagements may include website builds, online marketing work, website integration projects and much more. An agency proposes that they manage your PPC ads. Make Sure the Budget Fits.

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Web Tips Articulate Project 40

Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Lack of inclusivity and openness. Whether it’s using a task management system or organizing regular pipeline meetings between managers and directs, leadership should always communicate their standards and project updates so employees can structure their workload accordingly. Unclear expectations, performance metrics, and goals.

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Ideas Practice Leadership Roles 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 23, 2012

Note from Beth : This is an ongoing series from the Organizational Effectiveness Program team at the Packard Foundation about developing their program funding strategy in an open way or what has been dubbed “Learning In Public.” In September, the OE program will be going in front of the Board.

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Effective Program Work Review 96

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 19, 2008

There are some fabulous sessions proposed for the 2009 NTC , running the whole gamut of nonprofit technology, from planning to Web 2.0, open source, etc. Vote for them , especially the one I’m helping out with (David Geilhufe is the spearhead) on open source CRM. Under my hat is a blog post about open source and SaaS.

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Open Source Convio Oakland Blackbaud 120

Tech Soup

JANUARY 12, 2017

With the help of an interesting and respected group, the Interaction Institute for Social Change (IISC), FSNE engaged in a process called systems mapping. IISC defines systems mapping as using a variety of tools to help people develop a better understanding of the interactions, relationships, and outcomes of different kinds of systems.

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Articulate Map Proposal Photography 36

Museum 2.0

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

It is the most focused time of the year for me--a great time to close out projects and prepare for the new year. Until I figure out how to turn a notebook into a magic deck of cards--or at least embed a Command-F function into it--I need a better system. I used to separate the list into two parts: "This Week" and specific projects.

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Tools Work Organization Calendar 36

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 10, 2008

The client is quite knowledgeable about their organization, mission, and goals for a project, but often not knowledgeable about technology. The role I play most often currently is providing a clear and understandable avenue between the client and a technology vendor (such as web or database development shop). at 6:06 am Michelle, I love this!

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Practice Open Source Consultant Articulate 100

NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 9, 2016

Foundations typically directed funding toward short-term projects—ones that could deliver measurable outcomes. But you probably know that project-based accounting often forces grantees to sacrifice long-term effectiveness. As in, “Wow, it sure is taking its sweet time!”. You never know what you’ll discover.

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Foundation Grant Proposal Fund 28

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 29, 2008

The other 1/2 of my time I’m doing consulting work , focusing exclusively on helping organizations without a lot of technical expertise navigate their way through the maze of creating and getting through technology projects. I like proposals that focus more on the project, and show clear understanding of the project.

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Open Source RSS Education Consultant 100

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 16, 2006

I’m reading this book at the same time as I’ve been working on the Nonprofit Open Source Initiative. I’m realizing that all of the justifications for why I am so into open source and free software is right here in this book! At Omidyar Network there’s been an effort to write proposals for 9 $5,000 grants.

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Chapter Network Open Source Wikipedia 100

NTEN

JANUARY 27, 2021

If you are a nonprofit manager charged with managing a technology project, what can you do to ensure your project is successful? When the vendor is good, and the relationship between client and vendor is stable and collaborative, the project will be successful. Symptoms of a technology project headed south include: Delays.

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Project Digital Work Tips 58

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 20, 2007

VTVigils VT Vigils VTvigils.org is a project of a diverse group of national campaigns and organizations not affiliated with Virginia Tech. Netsquared Innovation Fund Netsquared Announces the 21 Featured Projects and solicits for feedback. So how do we propose to pay for it? The site was developed by Democracy in Action.

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Netsquared Nptech Summary Project 50

NonProfit Hub

JULY 17, 2017

At first glance, you might overlook Google Docs as too simplistic, but the built-in brochure, project proposal and newsletter templates give you endless possibilities. WordPress is a popular website designing and content management system that can help you get blog posts going or just give you a simple Internet presence.

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Marketing Resource Doc Strategy 38

Bloomerang

JUNE 1, 2022

Describe how donors’ gifts will enable your nonprofit to help solve the proposed issue. For the next round, suppress the names of those who opened the previous last-chance email and resend the email again. Wrap it up with a call to action. Make the issue as tangible as possible. Show donors how their gift will impact your cause (i.e.

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Guide Giving Nonprofit Metrics 118

Judi Sohn

MARCH 12, 2011

To make sure we were heading in the right direction, we also solicited proposals from two other fantastic companies for a more traditional identity/website redo. I think the most important contribution you can make in the research phase of a project like this is honesty and commitment. Tip #3: Be open to anything.

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Cancer Phase Research Change 226

Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Corporate partnerships open the door to a solid connection and deeper understanding. With long-term partnerships, companies will be more receptive to continued funding proposals. This encourages companies to offer support and share some of the financial risk for projects.

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Trend Examples Giving Ratio 52

Care2

DECEMBER 12, 2011

If you are engaging a web developer or in the middle of an RFP process for a new site, be sure that proposals include mobile friendliness in the project. Set up scheduled backups your web host or from within your Content Management system. Most open-source CMSs have tools or plugins for setting up daily backups.

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Websites Plugin Test Feeds 73

Tech Soup

OCTOBER 11, 2011

As your email archive grows, it gets tougher and tougher to search, and pretty soon you can't remember whether you agreed to attend a conference or not, or who said to do what in a grant proposal. Creating calendars for each project you work on is a handy way to stay organized. And: make sure your operating system is compatible!

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Tips Calendar Social Network Doc 54

Amy Sample Ward

MAY 14, 2009

We provide a supportive network for the vibrant and thriving community of women in technology professions by giving women an open platform to share their talents, experiences, and insights. There are quite a few options for doing this, some open source and free others not. Very cool project from 2008: Twitter Vote Report.

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Tools Tech Map Case Study 100

Bloomerang

JUNE 11, 2021

So then you’re opening with curiosity, which we’ll talk about some more, but that’s the tie-down, and then asking an avid skier, so what’s the best way to showcase the mission as an avid skier, excuse me, what’s the best way to showcase the mission of preserving nature? And she said, “Do you know what?

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People Community Video Podcast 84

CauseVox

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Personalized communication at the donor-level looks like grateful acknowledgement of their support , updates on the progress of projects, and intentionally creating a sense of community among donors. In fact, we found that 71% of donors are open to assisting in fundraising activities for organizations they support.

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Strategy Organization Fundraising Grant 83