Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 12, 2014

HathiTrust, a unanimous three-judge panel concluded that digitizing books in order to enhance research and provide access to individuals with print disabilities is lawful on the grounds of fair use —that is, a limitation and exception to the exclusive rights granted by copyright law to the author of a creative work ( Section 107 of the U.S.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 11, 2020

States define solicitation as the act of asking for donations, regardless of the method of solicitation. But if you use online methods such as email or a website “donate now” button to fundraise, in what states are you soliciting? Disclosures usually inform donors where donors can obtain information about the nonprofit.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Leveraging a secure payment solution throughout the donation process strengthens donor trust and allows them to use a convenient payment method. Other payment processors integrate Stripe and Paypal, so nonprofits may not be able to access nonprofit-specific giving methods and may be charged additional fees. per transaction.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 17, 2020

States define solicitation as the act of asking for donations, regardless of the method of solicitation. But if you use online methods such as social media or a website “donate now” button to fundraise, in what states are you soliciting? It may seem simple, but there’s a catch.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Here, we share recommendations on effective feedback practices, based on research we carried out with the Irritants for Change , a group of feedback experts and nonprofit rating and information-sharing platforms. To collect a representative sample, we recommend administering surveys using multiple methods—in person, via text, by email, etc.—and

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 13, 2020

You don’t have to learn a new digital tool or have a large, established audience of already-informed donors to take advantage of Facebook’s fundraising benefits and donor data deposited in your donor CRM. Apple Pay is one of the most convenient payment methods available to buyers—or donors—anywhere. 2)Apple Pay.

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sgEngage

APRIL 2, 2024

As a grantmaking organization focused on the success of your grantees, it is essential to have a process in place to manage personnel changes—for both you and your grantees—so everyone stays informed and on schedule. Record that institutional knowledge in an accessible Policies and Procedures manual. Does everyone get full access?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 19, 2023

Online giving options also provide a range of payment methods, allowing donors to give using their preferred payment method, whether that’s a credit card, PayPal , or another online payment service. 3) Accessibility Being able to collect donations online is a must to make sure donors can easily pitch in, no matter where they are.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 27, 2022

The data-driven business world requires companies to effectively communicate their data to make informed decisions. However, business analytics simplifies that information, making it easier to understand through visualization and identification of trends and correlations. Visualize and analyze data connections . Diagnostic analytics .

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Confirmation bias is the tendency to place the greatest value on information that supports your pre-existing beliefs. Anchoring bias makes people rely too heavily on the first bit of information they receive. AI can analyze data in real-time, enabling businesses to make immediate decisions based on the latest information.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

At Candid, our mission is to get you the information you need to do good. This also means clearing up mis information when we come across it. Other public information. Candid staff also scan websites, press releases, social media, and news sources for grantmaking information.

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Volunteer Hub

APRIL 21, 2022

Many nonprofits store crucial data including information about clients, donors, volunteers, staff, and corporate partners that needs to be protected. million dollars every minute and hackers are evolving their methods for accessing confidential information. Establish Access Control Policies and Procedures.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

Some nonprofits may only require basic contact and background information, while others may require extensive background checks due to sensitive work. Learning this type of information about your volunteers can help your organization best utilize each volunteer to further your mission and even extend your internal team’s work.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Traditional methods of receiving cash donations have seen a significant drop in recent years, with 70% of charities reporting a decline in cash contributions. The rise of Millennials and Generation Z as donors—who not only are generously contributing but also are driving a shift towards modern payment methods.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Almost all organizations produce some sort of annual financial reporting, but it’s may not always be public information. Donors, grantors, and foundations look to these watchdogs to help them make informed choices about their donations and ensure they’re supporting an organization that is fiscally responsible. This method?focuses?on

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2020

To confront these challenges, a nonprofit should ensure that its digital storytelling adheres to four essential guideposts: Transparency speaks to a nonprofit’s ability to demonstrate its legitimacy as a good steward of donated funds by, for example, sharing its audited financial statements and other, similar information. 2) Information Hub.

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EveryAction

MAY 30, 2023

Virtual lobby days may be accessible to more people than in-person events; new supporters may be looking for a lower-barrier way to get involved; and virtual events can help you build the power in numbers that any organization needs for a successful advocacy effort. Before you get too far, don’t forget about a marketing plan!

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The Modern Nonprofit

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Individuals are more aware and concerned about how their personal information is used, shared, and protected. Their policies directly influence how nonprofits can access, use, and leverage user data for fundraising.

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Candid

DECEMBER 6, 2023

And perhaps even more exciting, it’s also free to access. It also offers suggestions on when researchers and evaluators may want to choose one method to access the data over the other. The data set is a goldmine for researchers and evaluators interested in better understanding the demographics of the nonprofit sector.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 11, 2023

In 2022, contactless methods accounted for 42% of all nonprofit donations in the United States—a substantial increase from the 8% recorded in 2018. By offering the payment methods donors prefer, Tap to Pay meets donors where they are, so your organization never has to say “no” to a potential gift.

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NTEN

MAY 9, 2011

By Jeff Stanger, Director, Center for Digital Information We are obsessed with data — big data, open data, linked data, personal data, government data, visualized data. It's important that we don't confuse "data" for "information." Data are only the raw material of information. So how do we get from data to information?

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

It should be seamless, informative and efficient, allowing you to glean new insights from your members, offer them better resources and speed up everyday operations. One of the most valuable parts of an AMS or other data-gathering program is the ability to collect and analyze information from your association’s members.

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Forum One

APRIL 23, 2024

On July 1, 2024, Google will permanently remove access to all Universal Analytics data. In this blog post, we’ll explore how to determine what information to retain and the best way to store it. All existing UA data remains accessible, but organizations will lose access to that information on July 1, 2024.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

By creating an accessible and organized system to track fundraising and donation data, you and your team can easily understand how each task affects your organization’s finances. Tracking donations Carefully tracking donation data is a good idea, but many organizations are unsure about what specific information to prioritize.

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fusionSpan

JULY 15, 2023

This new functionality allows for community members to access, see and manage their recurring donations from within the Fonteva Member portal. First, Members from within the Community Profile will be able to access their recurring donations all in one place. Users also have the ability to cancel recurring donations.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Online event registration not only processes ticket payments for you, additionally it automatically captures guest information for your attendee database. Store all your item donations, guest information, table assignments and more in one place. Store all your item donations, guest information, table assignments and more in one place.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Here are some effective strategies to consider: Offer exclusive access: Offer exclusive perks or experiences to donors who bring friends along. Or try additional experiential events like interactive workshops, virtual reality experiences, or access to behind-the-scenes activities. Make the process as seamless as possible.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 2, 2023

There’s no need for your supporters to type in their information, such as their name or address, as Apple Pay autofills the necessary details. If a donor isn’t sure what step to take next on a donation form or doesn’t see their payment method of choice, fundraisers risk losing their donation,” said Todd Baylis, CEO of Qgiv.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 10, 2024

In philanthropy, there can also be worries of time commitment, grantee burden, complicated methods and, frankly, resources circling the drain without adding any function or value. More specifically, datamaking is an action whereby we transform information into data so that data can contribute to knowledge.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 7, 2022

Help members find answers by predicting the answers they’re looking for, and providing that information proactively. Stored payment options , in which they can add, edit, save, and remove payment methods. Account updating, in which you automatically update the expiration date for stored payment methods. Make it secure.

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 3, 2024

As we discuss these methods, consider your current approach to recruitment marketing and which of these strategies would complement it well. Enhance Your Membership Website As the digital hub for your membership-based organization, optimizing your membership information page is the best way to spread awareness about your programs online.

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

Nonprofits should provide all volunteers with information about their mission, vision, and impact, along with access to training resources, documented expectations, available channels for on-site and off-site communication, and ways to provide feedback about their overall experience. Use a variety of training methods.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

With Kindful Fundraising, you have access to a whole suite of beautiful, easy-to-use, and effective fundraising tools, right from your Bloomerang database. . Provide your donors with a way to access their own information and update it as needed. Kindful Fundraising includes: Online Giving Pages . Donor Portal.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

While you may have some tried-and-true methods, it doesn’t hurt to diversify your tactics. Email marketing: One effective way to get potential donors’ attention is by sending out an email blast with information about what you’re doing on GivingTuesday. Diversify Your Marketing Methods.

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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

The cloud provides more freedom for nonprofits to store their information and integrate better software into their daily operations, without worrying about long-term hardware costs. Virtual Information. When nonprofits look into cloud computing, they typically look for a multipurpose solution beyond information storage.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 11, 2023

According to Oracle Corporation : Business intelligence (BI) refers to capabilities that enable organizations to make better decisions, take informed actions, and implement more efficient business processes. To gain that information, your team would need access to a set of criteria, like an ideal donor profile. Go on, guess.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Extra information is available further down the page, but they encourage action right away instead of trying to educate. If you have a plan for where those announcements go, what they look like, and what kind of information they include, it will be easier to respond to last-minute changes (or, dare I say, “pivot”). 3) Start Early.

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