Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

Volunteers can have an enormous impact on reaching your goals. Therefore, volunteer engagement must be a top organizational priority. So, how can your nonprofit increase and maintain volunteer engagement for the long term? Create and Implement Your Engagement Plan based on Your Volunteers. More than 10.4

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Candid

JANUARY 11, 2023

As we enter 2023, we’ve compiled a list of nonprofit books from Candid’s free digital library that can help inspire your nonprofit’s New Year’s resolutions. Take your fundraising game to the next level. Become a catalyst for innovation at your nonprofit. The New Year is a time for new beginnings. Birkholz and Amy S.

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Many nonprofits have finalized their plans, but some are still adapting and adding tactics, like tweaking donation page settings, updating social media images, or double-checking that their organizations are in alignment with email best practices before the big day. Segment your audience. Refine (and quantify) your message.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 27, 2023

Thanking volunteers for all they do is crucial to keeping your volunteers coming back again and again. Yet it’s something many organizations neglect to do. Volunteers pour their heart into your nonprofit’s work. Plus, they’re probably your best ambassadors in the community, spreading the good word about the work you’re doing.

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.orgSource

MAY 1, 2023

We need another term for “digital transformation.” It sounds instantaneous—as if you could type a few commands and new software would magically turn your organization into a super-powered generator of member engagement and delight. Becoming a digital organization means infusing technology into your association’s ecosystem.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

This post describes actions you can take to implement the findings of Bloomerang’s 2023 Fundraising Planning and Climate Report. Multiple, practical action steps are presented below to advance your fundraising based on the survey results. The post starts off with general guidance. Not all fundraising programs look alike.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 14, 2021

This is the first post in a 3-part series. Alarmed at how unprepared they were, they sped up their digital transformation. They scrambled to connect with donors in new and fresh ways with an updated nonprofit digital strategy. They scrambled to connect with donors in new and fresh ways with an updated nonprofit digital strategy.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 14, 2014

For very small nonprofits, this may not be true, but for medium and large nonprofits—or small nonprofits with a desire to grow their brand recognition and donors base—it’s becoming widely understood that new media managers have a unique and valuable skill set. Good Writing Skills. Creative Thinking.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether or not it’s worth it to invest in digital analytics tools. . Dear Charity Clairity, We have some high-tech folks on our board, and some think we’re not doing enough digitally. The road to digital analytics maturity. Number two is revenue.

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Forum One

MARCH 28, 2023

My role as a Chief Financial Officer includes managing the financial health of the organization. My role as a Chief Financial Officer includes managing the financial health of the organization. Can you tell us about your experience over the years, both personally and in how you’ve seen the company grow and change?

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Bloomerang

MAY 24, 2021

Brian Solis , Global Innovation Evangelist and Digital Anthropologist, calls this Generation Novel, or Gen N. The digital revolution created hyper-connection. The digital revolution created hyper-connection. And hyper-connection came with its set of consequences. Those who lived through it will never be quite the same. .

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Do you have an idea for an organization that will bring good to the world and serve a charitable purpose? You might be inspired to bring your idea to life by starting a nonprofit. million registered nonprofits in the United States, making these charitable organizations a staple of modern society. There are over 1.8 In the U.S.,

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 30, 2022

The pandemic initiated a massive worldwide shift in how and where work gets done, and nonprofit organizations were not spared. They’re looking for creative ways to retain staff, keep them happy and engaged, deal with burnout, bridge skills gaps, and implement new technology to help it all come together. Bridging Skills Gaps.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Our second guest, Cheryl Porro, Chief Technology Officer at Curve Health, addressed the challenge of explaining to donors that investing in technology is essential to achieving nonprofit missions, and why it should be a strategic consideration for all organizations. Communicate carefully : Reading messages carefully is the new listening.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 4, 2021

The organization’s incredible 94% awareness — a measure of brand familiarity — is a marketer’s dream. We talked extensively about her priorities in her new role, Goodwill’s biggest challenges, closing the opportunity gap, and the importance of technology in solving big problems. The pandemic really revealed how dire that situation is.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 13, 2021

Look at your desk right now, and tell me how many sticky notes are on it. If you feel like you have too much to do and aren’t getting enough done, you need to increase your nonprofit productivity. If you want to be more productive and get more done without working 24/7, you have to change your habits. How many to-do lists?

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 13, 2021

Guest post blog submitted by: GivingMail, a leading provider of direct mail solutions. In order to truly maximize your fundraising efforts and better engage with the individuals who help fund your mission, an integration between direct mail marketing and a digital channel is a huge step in the right direction. .

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Volunteers are integral to nonprofit organizations’ day-to-day operations. Volunteer management software is a tool that nonprofits can use to better organize their volunteers by handling everything from scheduling to ongoing communication. Without these dedicated supporters, many nonprofits would struggle to reach their annual goals.

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3rd Sector Labs

AUGUST 22, 2014

The topic – “10 Decisions You Will Face with Any Donor Data Migration” – focused on preparing for your next CRM or data migration while addressing 10 tough decisions nonprofits encounter along the way. The purpose of this post is to share the results of both the polling and the Q&A. The polling results.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 2, 2012

Note from Beth: By the time you read this post, I’ll be in the air enroute to Rwanda for a training project. As a parent of wired kids, I think teaching digital literacy is very important for parents to do. At Common Sense, we believe these skills are as essential to thriving in the 21st century as reading and writing.

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Media Cause

MARCH 10, 2022

That’s really where I started building my skills, my confidence, and learning how to navigate the industry. That’s really where I started building my skills, my confidence, and learning how to navigate the industry. Share a piece of advice you’d give your younger self. Share a nonprofit close to your heart.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 18, 2016

For more than a decade the blogosphere has touted the power and promise of social media (this blog included) , but there is also a downside to using social media for your nonprofit. Nonprofits have spent years promoting Facebook and get rewarded with a 2% organic reach. ” or “Like Our Facebook Page!” Our reward?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 5, 2015

After the holiday break new media managers return to work energized to update and implement their list of priorities for the upcoming year. Skilled new media managers are essential for nonprofits to adapt quickly to advances in technology. Add causes awareness days to your calendar. Write LinkedIn Recommendations.

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.orgSource

JUNE 12, 2023

“Set and forget” is a busy professional’s best friend. Automations like scheduled social promotions, email campaigns, and critical calendar reminders are digital conveniences that free space for more important assignments. You can set and forget operations, but more strategic considerations need constant attention.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 23, 2013

But if you want to get even deeper insights, do an in-depth review of a similar nonprofit’s practice – whether it be broad – such as digital marketing techniques or narrow such as analyzing specific techniques as part of a content strategy. This is pure genius for enlisting others to spread their message.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 3, 2020

This is the sixth post in a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. 1) Set up your nonprofit’s Facebook Page to make a good first impression.

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BoardAssist

JULY 15, 2016

Still on the fence about starting a junior board for your nonprofit? We wrote this post to share with you some of the amazing things our own Young Professionals Board has accomplished for us in their first six months of service. But spending this free ad money is not easy unless you really know your way around Google AdWords.

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BoardAssist

JULY 28, 2015

6 Reasons Finance Belongs in Your Nonprofit Board Room. “Accounting and finance teams are responsible for accurate financial reporting, but they also help to ensure their organizations remain in regulatory compliance, identify growth opportunities and provide strategic guidance from the department level to the executive ranks.”

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 11, 2011

The panel featured some previews from a recent research study “ How Strong Is Your Social Net? ” given by Rory MacPherson, principal, Trudel | MacPherson and Jai Sen,digital media strategist, Sen Associates. It helps you set priorities, allocate resources, and make choices.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

For years, the worship service was the front door of your church. The church website is the new digital front door of your church. Visitors are looking for clear, conscious, and organized information. So how can you create and maintain a website that embodies the personality of your church and doesn't break the bank?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 5, 2021

This is the seventh post in a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. 1) Maximize your Instagram Profile Photo and Bio.

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Spring into Action: Best Practices for Volunteer Recruitment and Retention Spring is the season of growth and renewal—a perfect time to rejuvenate your organization’s volunteer force! Discover how to blossom your volunteer roster with our guide on the best practices for recruitment and retention.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 25, 2022

Technology impacts many areas of your nonprofit’s operations, from donor management to fundraising, accounting, marketing, and more. A nonprofit technology plan gives your team this foundational infrastructure, allowing you to approach any technology overhauls with a clear strategy in place. Receiving donations. Hosting events.

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Classy

JULY 13, 2021

Even seasoned fundraisers and nonprofit professionals need to learn new skills and hear new perspectives, and that’s where our reading list comes in. The following books ask you to rethink your assumptions, consider new approaches, and act on your best ideas. From the Ground Up: Digital Fundraising for Nonprofits .

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 13, 2007

If you use web site metrics to evaluate the success of your blog, they don't work for a lot of reasons. It is a new form of teaching, not just skill-based learning. New set of research methods for this. Emphasis is on digital literacy. Photo by Rikomatic. That the old metrics aren't working. MacArthur Foundation.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 18, 2023

Creating a nonprofit business plan is an important step for any organization whether you’re about to launch or are well established in your community. . It’s a strategic plan that outlines the key elements of your organization, including: Mission. Long-term term direction of your organization.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

If you’re reading a blog post with the words “capital campaign” and “board” in the headline, you might be spiraling through questions that are keeping you up at night (hopefully, it’s not 2 a.m.): Did we set appropriate capital campaign goals with our board? Ensure your members know where to find important board information.

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