sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2024

If it’s time for you to start looking for a new grant management system, use this opportunity to evaluate your processes, figure out what needs to change, and find a solution that can growth with your organization. If a system doesn’t have one of these, or it requires a workaround, it’s a non-starter.

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Non Profit Quarterly

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Not all leaders think that way, but organizations that value equity of access must consider the plights of those who might be systematically excluded from engagement efforts. Although we did not start with a particular emphasis on equity and access, this theme came up regularly in our conversations with the field.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 31, 2021

The 2021 Open Data Project [ español , français ] seeks to gain a better understanding of how nonprofits, NGOs, and charities worldwide use technology for digital marketing and fundraising. 1) 60% of nonprofits worldwide use WordPress as their website’s content management system. Why the Open Data Project? 6% use Wix.

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Candid

JUNE 15, 2022

Build an integrated product suite that streamlines data access and unleashes future expansion . Once deployed, the new suite will simply become Candid.org, with free access to the vast majority of our data, information, and insights. . In addition, we are working to make our data more open and accessible.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

.” That way, your bidders can easily see which items are still open for bidding. Finally, we’ve been working on accessibility enhancements for web auctions, including: Adding screen reader labels to elements that were missing them before. The post System Update: Late September 2021 appeared first on Qgiv Blog.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

Jerry and I had a great conversation about open sourcing of agricultural scientific models, such as those used by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) in their climate change reports. agriculture CIMSANS climate change CSR food security Gerald Nelson open data open source SocialCoding4Good'

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JANUARY 4, 2022

How many people reading this article are still using a nearly 200-year-old reading and writing system — Braille — to access this blog post? It is the simplest of solutions that opens up a world of possibility for those, like me, who are visually impaired and rely on Braille to read and write effectively.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 10, 2020

This required adapting their technology and related processes for remote access, collaboration , and security. Now it’s time to face another challenge: As offices begin to re-open, associations must support a combination of onsite and remote workers. Here are four tips to consider as your association’s offices begin to re-open.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JULY 9, 2018

Literacy and access to knowledge underpins just about every social good, from education, to economic development, to health, to women’s empowerment, democracy and respect for human rights. To bring the power of books to everybody on this planet, we must make books truly accessible. Third, the print book is not universally accessible.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Technology, and access to technology, is the great equalizer,” says Lorraine Orr, the COO of the Boys and Girls Clubs of America (BGCA), in a new film showcasing how Black youth are benefitting from better access to digital platforms. Salesforce.org Partners with Atlantic Re:think for Custom Film of the Boys and Girls Clubs.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Technology, and access to technology, is the great equalizer,” says Lorraine Orr, the COO of the Boys and Girls Clubs of America (BGCA), in a new film showcasing how Black youth are benefitting from better access to digital platforms. Salesforce.org Partners with Atlantic Re:think for Custom Film of the Boys and Girls Clubs.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 28, 2020

Determining how much your next association management software (AMS) system will cost you can be a tricky thing. It’s not uncommon these days for associations to invest in a new AMS system only to be hit with additional, unexpected costs during implementation. Be ready to embrace change and have open discussions with the vendor.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 25, 2011

This includes databases, operating systems and other software that is involved in that process. On top of proprietary UNIX, people will generally run associated open source server software for web, database and development frameworks. On the open source side, Linux is by far the most popular, with BSD in second place.

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sgEngage

APRIL 2, 2024

According to The Council of Nonprofits 2023 Nonprofit Workforce Survey , almost three quarters of nonprofits that completed the survey have current openings at their organization. Ensure your team has a standard procedure for identifying any requests and activities within your system that are still assigned to departing team members.

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NTEN

JULY 29, 2021

You may have heard the words tossed around, and you’ve nodded along — but in reality, maybe you aren’t quite sure what a headless Content Management System is. Let’s pull back the curtain to clarify some things about headless, decoupled, and hybrid Content Management Systems (CMS). What is a Headless CMS?

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 16, 2011

Because of this, the deck has always been stacked against open source tools in this arena. However, Salesforce in particular has a leg up that most other proprietary tools don’t have, because of their open APIs and their incredibly robust development platform. It’s got a great community of developers and users.

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Byte Technology

MAY 4, 2016

Johnson signed into law the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), a sweeping measure that suddenly allowed all American citizens access to public records that where previously out of reach to anyone but government employees.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

FEBRUARY 19, 2011

This epic battle between Open Source software (or Free software) and proprietary software is coming to a close. Speaking of Apple and FOSS, Apple’s OS X and iOS are based on the BSD operating system – another open source *NIX that has been around for a while. Open source software has won. The Desktop.

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sgEngage

APRIL 1, 2024

APIs and the Art of the Possible (Panel) Panelists include Nick Marchese of Emma Willard School, Shandor Simon of Beaver Country Day School, and Stephen Boyle of Blackbaud The power of APIs lies in their ability to seamlessly connect disparate systems, unlock data silos, and facilitate the exchange of information in real-time.

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Association Analytics

JUNE 17, 2021

Now, as the world is opening back up, your association may be planning to go back to in-person meetings or use a hybrid approach. If you change event registration systems, make sure you get all of your historical data from your old system. Or did it decrease because your members were longing for that in-person connection?

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

OCTOBER 25, 2009

I’ve been a very long time cell phone user (had one since 1998), but I haven’t been involved in implementing a mobile system for an organization, so I had a lot to learn. So how do you get SMS data into a database system like CiviCRM? You need an SMS gateway, and systems such as RapidSMS to gather data.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

We knew that there was information in one part of the system that could be very useful for another team. Our Connected Experience Because we chose Blackbaud’s Total School Solution , I can now toggle back and forth from a family record in our student information system to that same family in our fundraising software.

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NTEN

MAY 28, 2009

A donor management system is sometimes called a fundraising system or a donor database. There are a huge number of systems available, ranging from the basic to those that offer all sorts of additional features and functionality. Costs vary as well -- and there are even some Free and Open Source options.

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sgEngage

APRIL 2, 2024

Fund accounting systems with grant management can help you from beginning to end if you are a grant-funded organization—or want to be. Here are three ways that your fund accounting system can support your grant management needs. The more manual data entry you do, the more errors can creep into your accounting system.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Once paid, you will be given access to the recording. to your unengaged subscribers: Added before 60 days + Have not opened any of your last 20 email campaigns. Resending your email campaigns within 3-7 days can increase your email engagement (opens and clicks) by 40%. Thank you and Happy New Year! Manage Your Email List.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 9, 2023

An extreme weather event could impact access to food and clean water. Use portals and your website to provide open access to the information they need when they need it. Connect with others though open APIs. Open technology connects you to the information you need faster. Measure your outcomes and tell your story.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

Transparency about programmatic approach, results, governance, and finances are just a few ways a nonprofit can be open about its work, and this openness must start with the board. Adopting a cloud system is a great way to demonstrate to potential board members and donors how the organization is using technology to be more efficient.

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Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 21, 2021

One of the most effective ways to put your association on a solid footing for the future is to use a modern association management software (AMS) system that’s flexible enough to help you meet tomorrow’s demands. Today, offices are re-opening, with a combination of onsite and remote workers and in-person/online member engagement.

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Candid

APRIL 10, 2024

This is a time of accessible AI—anyone with an internet connection can use state-of-the-art tools to help with tasks like brainstorming ideas, generating art, and drafting documents. Ease of access means that with more people using these systems, the potential impact of unethical use grows.

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fusionSpan

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

From ensuring you have the right degree of system administration support to the role database administration plays in cybersecurity, here’s everything you need to know about database management for nonprofits. fusionSpan worked to update antiquated data systems with a new nonprofit Salesforce implementation.

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NTEN

JULY 11, 2011

These needs may relate to accessibility and the user-friendliness of your site for those with auditory, visual, cognitive or mobility impairments. So when building these forms, how can you capture the information you need while still maintaining accessibility? User Accounts & Profiles.

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Nonprofits Source

MAY 6, 2024

Depending on the size of your nonprofit, you might have numerous roles open at any given time. Prioritize accessibility, inclusivity, and user experience (UX). Ensuring that everyone can access and gain valuable information from your recruitment emails, regardless of ability or identity, is crucial.

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VisionLink

MARCH 4, 2019

We are honored that Visionlink, as a corporate partner, has been able to open access to the unaffiliated volunteer system to National VOAD and Volunteer Florida member organizations. This system provides several powerful functions: 1. Volunteers can identify the disaster event they would want to volunteer for.

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Museum 2.0

AUGUST 28, 2019

This month, I’ve been thinking about access barriers. The idea of throwing the doors wide open is something many of us dream about. Last week, I talked a bit about the structural issues inherent in our systems and how they may play a part in our access issues. What are some other access barriers? Wait, what?

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Association Analytics

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In today’s world, success is measured by more than just clicks and open rates. If you’re doing an A/B test or targeting your email to a certain segment, it will also be difficult to refine your list without real-time access to your data. Easy Access to All Data. How many is your association using consistently? Attribution.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

Microsoft's latest operating system also delivers when it comes to its accessibility and assistive technology features, namely the Narrator and Magnifier. Additionally, Microsoft's next generation of Windows 8 touch screen devices, such as tablets and laptops, are designed with accessibility in mind. Windows 8 Resources.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 20, 2022

Web3 is a new version of the internet that uses blockchain (IE a secure but transparent record keeping system) to decentralize the management of the internet, thus reducing the control of prominent companies such as Google or Meta. She offers expert tips to nonprofit organizations planning to move their in-person auctions online.

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