Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 28, 2010

We realize that this is unique among nonprofits, but have made an organizational commitment to invest in this area. For instance, in using our content management systems’ Facebook API for our last action alert, we garnered over 1,000 new email addresses from Facebook. Related Links: Book Research & Interviews. ?Book

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

Initially a reluctant blogger, I launched Nonprofit Tech 2.0 That first month Nonprofit Tech 2.0 As of last month, Nonprofit Tech 2.0 Nonprofit Tech 2.0 has turned out to be the glue that holds it (the “Nonprofit Organizations” brand) all together and makes it work, surprisingly. That said, mix it up!

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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 In the Digital Wilderness, No doubt about it, embracing digital marketing and fundraising strategies is certainly a new frontier for most nonprofits.

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Bloomerang

JULY 28, 2021

When I talk with nonprofit and foundation leaders, many ask me how to ensure they get the right consultant for their projects. Here’s my advice for finding the right consultant for your nonprofit. . Your nonprofit feels ready or has a clear need to bring in a skilled consultant, but how do you find the right one? .

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

To put our ideas into real-world context, we interviewed leaders who are using this approach to grow their organizations. I’ve summarized advice from our contributors to offer practical ideas for beginning to integrate the Association 4.0 It is the product of ongoing research to prepare our clients for success in digital markets.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 17, 2018

She just published a new book, Social Start Up Success: How the Best Nonprofits Launch, Scale Up, and Make a Difference. The book is based on a five-year research project where Janus interviewed hundreds innovative nonprofit organizations. Social Start Up Success is a must-read for every nonprofit leader.

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NTEN

MARCH 26, 2014

This month''s theme is building community, on and offline - a perfect time to interview Bethany about her inspiration for working in nonprofit technology and more! If you had to name one piece of advice for nonprofits about managing their online communities, what would you suggest? Community interview nptech nten staff'

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

There is no shortage of highly talented leaders coming from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities, and many of them lead from within the nonprofit sector. They do however face unique challenges, which are numerous and varied, reflecting the complex and evolving nature of the nonprofit sector as a whole.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 3, 2013

How Nonprofits Measure Success of Video. See3, YouTube and Edelman have released a new report and guide for nonprofits about using video. The report, “I nto Focus: Benchmarks for Video and A Guide for Creators ,” is based on a survey of 500 nonprofits and interviews with experts (including me).

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Classy

APRIL 27, 2021

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, but mental health in the nonprofit workplace is a topic that calls for an honest conversation all year long. We’re bringing that honest conversation right to you with some new voices with a passion for nonprofit culture and employee wellness. . Expert Advice to Prevent Burnout at Your Nonprofit.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

NetSquared’s February series exploring “Online Community Organizing” includes three different interviews; I’m really excited to participate! I work in and support nonprofit organizations, and my focus on communities isn’t to suggest that organizations are “bad” or aren’t making a difference.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

Initially a reluctant blogger, I launched Nonprofit Tech 2.0 That first month Nonprofit Tech 2.0 As of last month, Nonprofit Tech 2.0 Nonprofit Tech 2.0 has turned out to be the glue that holds it (the “Nonprofit Organizations” brand) all together and makes it work, surprisingly. That said, mix it up!

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The Storytelling Non-profit

MARCH 7, 2022

If you’re interested in further reading on story arcs, this post from Nonprofit Marketing Guide is great. . To make that case and get people to take action, I’m going to need to demonstrate need and build urgency (the middle of the arc). Get more storytelling advice for fundraising in this on-demand training.

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NTEN

JUNE 25, 2014

As Events Manager, Andrea will be working on events such as the Leading Change Summit and Nonprofit Technology Conference. Read about her inspiration for working in nonprofit technology and more! That experience taught me a great deal about the value of relationships between nonprofits and those they hope to serve; listening is key.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 22, 2015

Starting April 21, dubbed “Mobilegeddon” , Google changed the search results and will show mobile friendly sites in search results (while using your mobile phone). You can test your web site here and find out if you passed the test and if you flunked it, there is some advice on what and how to fix it. Test the site.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 24, 2022

You research your donor as an individual, but you also have a broad depth of general research on the kinds of people who donate to your nonprofit as a whole group. And then, connect their existing passions and desires to our nonprofit’s cause, using the same language they use. Ask for Advice — You’ll Usually End Up with Money.

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Allegiance Group

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Are you charged with writing the fundraising appeals for your nonprofit? Urgency in your call to action Thank your donors “You” language makes the donor the hero How to build your case in a fundraising letter As you build your case for support, make sure you’re answering these three key questions: Why give?

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 20, 2012

In nonprofit fundraising, marketing is key to success. Marketing can be complicated for the nonprofit. I just finished reading Robin Hood Marketing by Katya Andresen and I recommend it for every nonprofit. In this book, she identifies the basic marketing principles used by many corporations and shows nonprofits how to use them.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 28, 2013

Here’s a summary of tips, tools, examples, and resources for getting the most of our your nonprofit event with social media. Here’s a summary of tips, tools, examples, and resources for getting the most of our your nonprofit event with social media. (Here’s a curated link list used to create this post).

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CauseVox

MARCH 30, 2022

Meat Fight is a nonprofit dedicated to “funlanthropy” who has used CauseVox to set records in their digital fundraising. VIDEO: Watch the full interview recording here. Alice’s advice for other nonprofit leaders? Want to learn more about using peer to peer fundraising for your nonprofit? Who is Meat Fight?

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 28, 2020

COVID-19 is forcing nonprofits to think differently about engaging supporters. For the foreseeable future, remote fundraising and virtual actions will be the norm, as evidenced by the 433% increase in virtual actions on the Mobilize platform in just six weeks. Virtual actions that solve for urgent issues: FOOD BANKS.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 12, 2020

Today’s guest is Paul Polizzotto , founder and CEO of Givewith , who has had a 30-career of dedicating himself to the idea that businesses can prioritize social impact and deliver a sustainable funding source for nonprofits while distinguishing themselves from the competition. How nonprofit s can benefit from this funding stream .

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Fortunately, nonprofits of all sizes can afford to incorporate video into their digital and communications operations. We chatted with digital strategist Yash Mori for insights on creating video for nonprofits, campaigns, and advocacy organizations. As smartphones have become more sophisticated, video production has become accessible.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

If your nonprofit has ever launched a big fundraising campaign (like a capital campaign or an annual fundraising campaign), it’s pretty likely that you conducted a feasibility study to get prepared. Looking for tips to take your nonprofit feasibility study game to the next level? Put the findings of your feasibility study into action.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 20, 2012

In nonprofit fundraising, marketing is key to success. Marketing can be complicated for the nonprofit. I just finished reading Robin Hood Marketing by Katya Andresen and I recommend it for every nonprofit. In this book, she identifies the basic marketing principles used by many corporations and shows nonprofits how to use them.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 4, 2007

It's a project of a nonprofit organization called mySociety , based in the UK. It allows anyone to create a pledge to action that follows a simple formula: "I will do X action, but only if Y number of people will do Z action." those might be. " Really, the applications are pretty limitless.

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Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 7, 2007

I'd worked at a DC nonprofit the summer after my junior year that focused on policy work, but that wasn't a fit for me either. A couple months before graduation I went to my religion professor's office hours to ask for advice. My advice: 1. Do your actions. Pick three more actions. Follow your curiosity.

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Bloomerang

MAY 14, 2021

Ephraim Gopin moderates a panel of nonprofit pros – Mimosa Kabir, Sarah Willey, and Lisa Chmiola – to look at the issue of being laid off and ask: what next? How do I deal with going through the interview process all over again? My last position as an employee of somebody else was to work for a church-based nonprofit.

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BoardAssist

APRIL 15, 2014

Last month we turned to fundraising guru and guest blogger Gail Perry for advice on how to make your board members a little less BORED. They are not just meeting for routine reporting and discussing; action needs to be taken on real issues now. Get ready to fire up your board members and put them into action.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 15, 2017

There are a plethora of nonprofit job boards, each bursting at the seams with vibrant opportunities for nonprofit professionals. Nonetheless, we’ll break down five top tips to navigating nonprofit job boards in an effective, strategic manner—and finding the perfect new executive or team member along the way!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 28, 2010

That was the gift of attending Nonprofit 2.0 Nonprofit Leadership Blogger Rosetta Thurman. Rosetta Thurman , who writes about nonprofits and leadership issues from a Gen Y blogger perspective , shared some thoughts about the generations, nonprofits, and social media. A big thank you conference organizers!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 11, 2009

Note from Beth: Last May, Mark Pescue published a provocative essay called the "Tower and the Clouds" which talked about the tension between working in traditional, hierarchical nonprofits and the "cloud" like behavior of working with social media. Could this be a new type of nonprofit or not?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 16, 2011

This book offers principles to guide corporations and nonprofits to think through a social media strategy that is aligned with communications or marketing goals. Geoff reminds us that tactics are not tools , but actions. I went straight to the strategy and measurement chapters. These include: Conversation Starters. Shareability.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 25, 2008

To top it off, I did an interview with Wendy Harman from the Red Cross about her recent experience using Twitter and other tools to spread buzz for campaign - Social Media Roadblock. I also believe that it's more inspiring for an individual to feel moved enough by a cause and take action independently of the nonprofit.

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Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

She is also the creative director and designer of TranquiliT , an ecoluxe lifestyle clothing line, and the founder of Tranquil Space Foundation , a nonprofit that brings yoga, creativity, and leadership to women and girls. Below is an edited transcript of my November 3rd interview with Kimberly for the Big Vision Podcast.

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BoardAssist

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

With nearly 2 million board seats opening up in the United States ever year, it’s not easy for nonprofit leaders to successfully compete for, and win over, fantastic new board members. Our job at BoardAssist is to do just that – identify and “lock in” those high impact agents of change for our nonprofit clients.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 29, 2017

I love connecting with nonprofit technology colleagues who are also promoting work/life balance and how to avoid digital distractions. I had an opportunity to interview Meico about being a Mindful Techie. Here’s what I learned: How did you get started working in the nonprofit sector? All tech tools aren’t alike.

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