Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 6, 2023

The early days and weeks, and sometimes even months, are when your nonprofit is most likely to experience the fastest organic growth rate of new followers. It should come as no surprise that doing so seems to result in higher organic reach than regular posts and stories (for now). Let’s get the hard part out of the way first.

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Media Cause

MAY 31, 2023

When is the last time you read through your organization’s privacy policy? On the surface, it makes sense that privacy and tracking would be at the bottom of a marketer’s task list. Here, we outline the latest trends your nonprofit needs to know in the ever-evolving world of data privacy.

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OneCause

JULY 7, 2022

Online data security and privacy is of high concern for Americans. In the 2022 OneCause Giving Experience Study , 57% of first-time donors reported giving because they felt the money would make a difference, and 49% because the organization made it clear exactly how their money would be used. Great Reward, Great Responsibility.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 15, 2015

And after last year’s Target debacle and frightening data breach, millions of users are more skittish than ever about providing personal information to both businesses and organizations. In this age of data-driven marketing, it’s more important than ever to position yourself as a safe and trusted organization. Make your policy visible.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

In June 2007, Apple launched the iPhone, and in subsequent years we saw the rise of apps as a competing method to websites for how people interact with organizations. For organizations using both apps and websites, there were challenges in seeing how the data interacts—are web visitors the same people using the app?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2021

Over the past decade, organizations like Sierra Club , Greenpeace , and 350.org By deepening their commitments to sustainability, organizations across sectors have the opportunity to enact more sustainable business practices and set an example for peer organizations. From nonprofits like 350.org

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fusionSpan

APRIL 13, 2022

Data security and data privacy are commonly used interchangeably, but though they are linked, they are distinct terms that serve different scopes. Difference between Data Security & Data Privacy. Understanding the relation between Data Security & Data Privacy. Ensuring Data Privacy & Data Security.

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Whole Whale

DECEMBER 11, 2022

This article is for the overworked techie in charge of all of the digital things who just panicked that it is 2020 and there are new privacy laws. There are two new major online privacy policy changes coming in 2020, the CCPA in California and SHIELD act in New York. How does the CCPA apply to my organization?

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The importance of cybersecurity for nonprofits can’t be overstated, and your organization is not immune to the constantly evolving cyber threats that come with sharing information through the internet. Because nonprofits run off of donations, many organizations also have limited access to IT support. That’s phishing!

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Candid

APRIL 11, 2024

So when I learned about Candid’s Demographics via Candid —an initiative that allows nonprofit organizations to share demographic information on their Candid nonprofit profile , where funders, donors, and researchers could easily access it—I was both intrigued and skeptical.

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M+R

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Are you a UK-based organization? Are you a Europe-based organization? We plan to treat groups from the UK and Europe as their own sectors (like we do for Rights or Environmental organizations). You can find out more by visiting our privacy policy here. Are you a UK-based organization? Click here. Click here.

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AFP Blog

JANUARY 4, 2016

Why Your Nonprofit Website Needs a Privacy Policy (And What to Include) : "If you’re a typical nonprofit, you probably collect a significant amount of sensitive information from your users—even if it’s simply the IP addresses gathered by your site statistics package.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

It is a networking and development organization that connects executives with education, research, ideas, and people. Some of the biggest ethical issues raised by AI are bias, data privacy and security, accuracy and reliability, and responsible innovation. Learn the steps this organization takes to win its members’ confidence.

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M+R

AUGUST 17, 2022

Participating organizations share their supporter email, action, donation, deliverability, engagement, and fundraising behavior. It’s what we don’t ask them to share: supporters’ privacy. The goal: help organizations reach people most likely to help grow their programs, advance their missions, and expand their ability to do good.

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sgEngage

JUNE 14, 2022

She has expertise in academic record management and reporting, student data privacy, implementing technology solutions, designing and delivering training, and developing policies and procedures. During her tenure, she has led the creation of the school’s privacy policy, record retention schedule, and gender inclusion policy.

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Association Analytics

JANUARY 8, 2024

There are massive benefits to using AI, but a policy that shapes how your team uses it is an important starting point. These will likely be senior level people in your organization who will be responsible for crafting policy and encouraging participation. It should also involve an emphasis on data privacy and ethics.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2019

Organizations are always changing. In 2017, Race Forward merged with the Center for Social Inclusion to become the nation’s largest research, advocacy and services organization devoted to racial justice. Successful organizations carry out a periodic environmental scan as part of their strategic communications efforts.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 20, 2013

One of the basic tenets of my first book with Alison Fine, “ The Networked Nonprofit ,” was that everyone in the organization participates in social media from the executive director on down – not just the “social media person.” The general tone should be one of trust and empowerment. Dos and Don’ts.

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VisionLink

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

As a former member of the New Jersey Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (NJ VOAD), Aaron coordinated Hurricane Sandy and Irene response efforts for Mormon Helping Hands. Prior to moving to VisionLink , Aaron was also General Counsel and Chief Privacy Officer for Identity Finder.

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NCE Social Media

DECEMBER 28, 2012

First, not even the former marketing director of Facebook knows how the privacy policies at Facebook work. If they post with nefarious reasons it can damage your personal or your organization’s reputation online. As 2012 winds down there were several major stories that I came across that are worth sharing. Pay attention!

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Achieve

MARCH 4, 2022

Data is now the gold standard resource for decision-making in organizations of all shapes and sizes. Digital privacy has become a major new fixture in public discourse across all sectors. Much discussion of digital privacy revolves around the buying and selling of data, which isn’t largely relevant to day-to-day nonprofit operations.

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Global Giving

DECEMBER 19, 2018

With the formal launch of the EU’s GDPR law (along with thousands of “we’ve updated our privacy policy!” emails) in May and several high profile stories about major companies struggling with data breaches, 2018 was a big year for conversations about what privacy really looks like in the modern data landscape.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 18, 2021

Sarah writes: Our organization is overdue for creating a welcome email to send after someone joins our mailing list. Include links to your organization’s social media sites. Let your subscribers know your privacy policy. Right now it’s just the standard message that comes with our email service provider (ConstantContact).

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Bloomerang

MAY 6, 2021

One of the issues brought to the fore with artificial intelligence is privacy. Here I’ll explore the drive to increased privacy after a period where it seemed that privacy was dead. However, today, we have Zuckerberg discussing a privacy-focused future on Facebook. . Technology Goes Mainstream. Ashley Madison.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 17, 2024

Is your organization feeling the changes in our economy, society, and communities? In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic forced organizations to pivot to survive. Why data should drive your decisions Many key industries, including retailers, manufacturers, and healthcare organizations, use data to inform decisions.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 15, 2021

But for mission-driven organizations, data is more than numbers; it is the story of their impact. As our customers are doing some of the most important work in the world to serve their communities, they need reliable and secure technology to protect their data and privacy. In a success-from-anywhere world, data is currency.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 12, 2011

Social Media: Before You Get Started, Get Organized! For example, the Latin America Work Group’s website is www.lawg.org , but when the organization was setting up its profiles on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube, “lawg” was not available on all three sites. Create a Simple Media Policy. Enjoy yourself!

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 31, 2021

Despite the need to address this gap, PhotoDNA and related tools are currently facing attacks from both tech sector policies (like expanded adoption of end-to-end encryption ) and government regulation (such as the European Union’s ePrivacy Directive ). Note: this is a stock photo; child is not an actual victim (Photo: IJM).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 25, 2024

Devi shared some inspiring examples of how the technology can serve missions and stakeholders, including disaster response organizations leveraging AI to predict and respond to crises more efficiently, and educational nonprofits using AI for tailored learning experiences.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 4, 2021

If your organization relies on volunteers, even just a little, you need a volunteer handbook that spells out expectations, policies, and procedures. A volunteer handbook gives volunteers the information they need about the organization and its mission, and answers any common questions they may have. Is proof of age required?

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NCE Social Media

OCTOBER 24, 2013

Other than spam from companies trying to sell you goods, how do you think this will impact you and your organization? Facebook also made news by announcing that it has changed its privacy policy…again… that will allow all users to be discovered using Facebook Graph (it’s search tool). What about Facebook?

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 16, 2013

An acceptable usage policy (AUP) is a set of rules applied by the. The AUP is an integral part of security policies for businesses, universities, schools, Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and website. Mainly, because they protect you and your organization from: Spyware. What sanctions will be applied if the policy is breached.

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3rd Sector Labs

JUNE 11, 2014

The topic of consumer data privacy is getting more and more attention in the media and on Capitol Hill. The topic of consumer data privacy has had the attention of Capitol Hill for some time. Where does it comes from, how is it stored and organized, who wants it and why, and so on. Consumer Data Privacy Activities in Washington.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2013

Privacy Policy: igfn.org/p. Mobile Technology for Nonprofit Organizations LinkedIn Group. Simply text STOP to 51555 to unsubscribe at any time. Text HELP to 51555 for help. Terms: igfn.org/t. Related Links: Webinar: Mobile Mobile Communications and Mobile Fundraising.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 21, 2012

The most recent session of Nonprofits Live was devoted to helping organizations that struggle with balancing respecting free speech and open dialogue while protecting privacy. The proliferation of social media has left many organizations playing catch up with their communications and privacy policies.

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Global Giving

MAY 22, 2018

With GDPR coming into effect in the European Union and privacy scandals making headlines, many nonprofit professionals are concerned about data protection. These guidelines can also inform the development of your nonprofit’s security policy, if you do not have one already. Here is GlobalGiving’s Privacy Policy.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 31, 2012

Infusing Social Into Social Justice Organizations – Guest Post by Daniel Jae-Won Lee, Executive Director of the Levi Strauss Foundation. As courageous citizens connected with each other to express dissent and organize public actions, social media tools spurred activism and social change in unprecedented ways.

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