Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 24, 2013

Yet at the same time and even more so, the social media scientist in me wanted to experiment and study to see if a dormant online community could be brought back to life again. For most others, I think a better time investment would be Google+, Pinterest and Instagram. But until then, my time is already spread too thin.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Depending on your perspective, one of the most thrilling or terrifying realities of making a request for time, talent, and treasure is that you really never know the outcome. It can be a resounding “yes,” “no thank you,” or “I’ll need more time to think about it.” Successful fundraisers are extraordinary active listeners.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Though we’re disappointed to not be exploring Seattle with all of our awesome Arts and Cultural friends, we are super excited for our first-ever virtual bbcon 2020 ! Arts and Cultural will have thousands of professionals represented from organizations ranging from zoos to museums, performing arts organizations to libraries, and beyond!

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Candid

APRIL 22, 2021

In March 2020, Candid canceled all in-person events until a time to be named later. I’ve also thrown on a stylish jacket from time to time to make me look as though I just landed from an international jaunt.” and abroad had real-time information on how nonprofits and foundations responded to COVID-19.” The result?

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Candid

MAY 20, 2021

We’ve walked nonprofits of all sizes through the process of determining whether a capital campaign makes sense for them at this particular time. For example, performing arts organizations needed to immediately pause their campaigns back in early 2020. In times of crisis, those needs become clearer and more compelling.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 13, 2020

Colleen surfaces several insights that are out of the control of arts organizations , such as the availability of a COVID-19 vaccine and the government lifting travel, movement and access restrictions. . Spread out entrance times and limit the number of people you let in . Plan an opening event with social media opportunities .

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Recently, modernist and impressionist paintings have been selling particularly well in the art world. Recently, modernist and impressionist paintings have been selling particularly well in the art world. Art that has personal meaning for your community is also a safe bet.

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DipJar

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Arts and cultural organizations are the sources of some of our favorite DipJar stories. Arts, culture, and performance are all personal passions for her. That was just months before the pandemic, so she has been on hand for a tumultuous time! . They are literally all over the map. It even serves as a voting location!

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

After our complete closure on March 16, 2020 due to COVID-19 , our museum staff was busier than ever preparing to navigate these uncharted times. We have implemented timed ticketing to limit crowds and reduce contact. Timed tickets will be available two weeks in advance. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: open 10 am to 5 pm.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

As I think about arts & cultural institutions, I realize that my family is an ideal target for these organizations. What does our consumption of arts & cultural organizations look like? I’m going to be honest: it’s hard working full time and having two kids. How do we decide what we’re going to do on the weekend?

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Forum One

MARCH 23, 2023

Museums are magical places, where history, culture, art, and science seem to come to life. For a major dose of inspiration, take a look at what a number of our cultural institution and museum clients are doing to push the needle on digital experiences and spark engagement in the arts & culture sector.

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Forum One

MAY 23, 2024

I think that the most powerful design technique is to engage in active listening and empathy-building exercises with your internal stakeholders. Timing these types of feedback with new initiatives can help point your design in the right direction before it’s off the ground, which can save you lots of valuable time and money.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

These aren’t just jokes for people who like art — they’re real membership categories at the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art in Charleston. Al though I live a thousand miles away, I almost bought a membership just to support their art puns. . Or are you more of a “Sugar Dada”? . Free M embersh ip .

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 29, 2017

The interview went so well that I was offered a full-time web developer position on the spot. Since that time, I’ve been involved in the sector helping organizations with a wide range of communications and technology challenges. I also carve out time to read articles or newsletters I find interesting.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Think about what types of activities your organization offers that kids would like. Maybe think about activities you could support that would offer parents a place for their kids to go and learn, like a movie series, art classes, or a small-scale concert. A guided tour specifically for long-time members. Be creative.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

Note from Beth: I had pleasure of facilitating a panel discussion in October at the recent Grantmakers in the Arts pre-conference on technology and media with Rory MacPherson where I learned about some of the preliminary study result he discovered. Arts organizations are not alone in this. The question.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

For most nonprofits, December is the busiest time of year. You’ll spend a great deal of time and resources reaching new supporters. Check on your retention rate throughout the year and adjust your donor outreach and engagement activities accordingly. Now it’s time to send those updates.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 29, 2024

Spring into Action: Planning and Executing Outdoor Fundraising Events Spring is a time of renewal, and what better way to reflect that spirit than with an engaging outdoor fundraising event? Engaging Activities: Active Games : Organize tournaments for classic outdoor games like cornhole, charity golf tournament , or pickleball.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 22, 2009

Arts and Social Media View more presentations from kanter. This morning I gave a presentation for a group of senior marketing people from performing arts centers around the country on social media. What can we effectively with limited time? It was one of the first examples I've seen of customer service for an arts organization.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 2, 2023

But as a practical matter this seems awfully time consuming, especially for a small shop. — Can’t afford the time Dear Can’t afford the time, This is one of those instances where you can’t afford NOT to find the time. In fact, probably no other activity has such a big bang for your buck. You can afford it!

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Every arts and culture organization has a brand and that brand has a purpose. For arts and culture organizations, brand purpose is often about facilitating learning and engaging visitors in unforgettable experiences that provide educational and social value. The purpose of a brand is a reason for the brand to exist beyond making money.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 27, 2021

How many cultural organizations were actively prioritizing digital benefits and digital access in membership? While we cannot travel back in time, the answer is likely “not many.” At that time, “virtual membership” was still an experimental and fledgling idea, but at Cuseum, we were instantly intrigued.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

The book looks at how individuals can avoid burnout through self-care and how nonprofits can support it – through activities that promote well-being, cultural cues, or an overall strategy. Activities are designed to support organizational wellness for greater productivity and morale boosts. Our values reflect this commitment.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 22, 2014

It is about discovering great stuff amid the noise, annotating it, organizing it, and adding your wisdom or perspective and sharing a collection of curated links in a context or time that adds value. It good to take the time to think thoughtfully about your sources and organize a way to follow them systematically. Content Curation'

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Candid

JULY 22, 2021

These included higher education institutions with students from underserved communities, arts organizations, and social sector infrastructure organizations. This time around, more than 30 recipients were fiscally sponsored entities, collaboratives, or specific funds within organizations. This time, however, non-U.S.

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Qgiv

APRIL 30, 2024

About fundraising galas and silent auctions Fundraising galas are formal evening affairs that may feature a seated dinner, live entertainment, and various fundraising activities, such as auctions or raffles. Go Old-School Glam : Step back in time with a vintage Hollywood glamour theme, complete with red carpets and classic movie memorabilia.

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Museum 2.0

JUNE 18, 2014

It''s World Cup time. And for the first time in my adult life as an American, that seems significant. And it''s got me thinking about how we build energy and audience for the arts in this country. Like Barry, I feel that more art in schools is always better. Conversations about the tournament on the street.

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Forum One

MAY 27, 2021

Organized by the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts (AIVA) , this year’s 27th annual awards includes over 6,000 entries from companies and agencies of all sizes, making it one of the largest awards of its kind in the world. Excellence – Website for Art. The Frist Art Museum. Without further ado: the winners!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 30, 2010

Source: National Arts Index It's at times like these -- in the midst of an extended recession and the wake of the tragedy in Haiti -- that the role of funding arts in society may be called into question. After all, funding for the arts (theater, dance, music, museums etc.) Perli Ni is the CEO of GreatNonprofits.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Establishing small goals like raising $3,000 for an arts program. An especially popular activity is creating "unselfies." The Red Cross art department created cute, funny thank-you graphics to send. The presenters agreed that for most organizations, starting in November will allow plenty of time.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 8, 2021

The Davey Awards are sanctioned and judged by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts , a top-tier body of select professionals from the “Who’s Who” of acclaimed media, advertising, and marketing firms. GOLD – Activism for Websites. Gold – Activism for Websites. Gold – Arts for Websites.

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Double the Donation

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

With this powerful partnership, Double the Donation and PatronManager can help nonprofit organizations start raising more from matching gifts as soon as they activate the integration. . Activate in Seconds and Start Raising More from Matching Gifts! For more information, please visit patronmanager.com.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 23, 2008

I'm prepping for a workshop on Social Media and wanted do a round up of recent compelling examples of arts organizations using social media strategies and tools. I've covered arts organizations and social media here and there over the past three years and last winter co-wrote a cover story article with Rebecca Krause-Hardie for ArtsReach.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 15, 2020

Recently I facilitated an online session about how to get better at online meetings for Lightful in the UK where I am a Senior Advisor at Lightful, among other activities, facilitate online master classes for their BRIDGE programme. It’s Time for Next Generation Virtual Collaboration by Civicist – tips for online collaboration.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 7, 2010

I got a chance to meet her face-to-face for the first time at the Nonprofit Technology Conference in 2007. I got a chance to meet her face-to-face for the first time at the Nonprofit Technology Conference in. Tags: Art Sector Arts & Technology engagement. Source: Share Your Ideas. Wiki users are often collaborators.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 22, 2009

Arts and Social Media View more presentations from kanter. This morning I gave a presentation for a group of senior marketing people from performing arts centers around the country on social media. What can we effectively with limited time? It was one of the first examples I've seen of customer service for an arts organization.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 17, 2011

Approximately 100 volunteers participated in service activities. While volunteers were sorting donated computers and electronics , Shawn Ahmed [@ uncultured ] interviewed homeless advocate Eric Sheptock [@ ericsheptock ] about his activism for homelessness in DC. The Art of Story Capture. Meal Preparation at DC Central Kitchen.

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