Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

It’s an ideal community to connect co-workers, influencers, donors, and corporate sponsors. Since then it has grown from 106 million active monthly users to 310 million active monthly users. Content that focuses on thought leadership, rather than inspirational storytelling, best serves the tone of the LinkedIn community.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

It was true even before the pandemic, but now—with nearly every aspect of our lives moved online in some way—the expectations of what a mission-driven organization can and must do to connect and engage with its community have changed. Personalization to drive community participation. Removing barriers to community engagement.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

It was true even before the pandemic, but now—with nearly every aspect of our lives moved online in some way—the expectations of what a mission-driven organization can and must do to connect and engage with its community have changed. Personalization to drive community participation. Removing barriers to community engagement.

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Build Community Experiment Las Vegas 46

Amy Sample Ward

APRIL 5, 2011

Last month, at the 2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference , I had the opportunity to run the Community-Driven Social Impact game in a session workshop. One of the participants was Ericha Hager, the Regional Collaborative Coordinator for Community Media Access Partnership. Who was the community that you were working with?

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Game Community Impact Media 195

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Deciding Together: Shifting Power and Resources Through Participatory Grantmaking offers this definition: “Participatory grantmaking cedes decision-making power about funding–including the strategy and criteria behind those decisions–to the very communities that funders seek to serve.”. published by the Ford Foundation.

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The NonProfit Times

JUNE 3, 2024

Marginalized and underserved communities have not traditionally had access to data resources that could benefit them. Funders who are willing to take an active role in how their contributions are allocated can influence these communities access to and use of data repositories.

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Benefit Application Data United States 52

Media Cause

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Effective advocacy, which leads to systemic and cultural change, starts with the stories we tell—and believe—about our own experiences, community, and world. Are you trying to persuade ambivalent people or activate your base? Once you’ve done that initial digging, turn to your own community.

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Advocacy Digital Campaign San Francisco 52

sgEngage

APRIL 17, 2024

Data fuels most activities in a nonprofit. Basic data sets allow organizations to take action—such as communicating with members or soliciting donors. Your organization’s aggregated or synthesized data is more like a complex carbohydrate that provides fuel for sustained activity. If you are the data guru, welcome to the club.

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Chart Map Data Attention 87

Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

Consider using scoring rubrics or structured interview protocols to standardize evaluations and minimize bias to keep things equitable. Engage with these communities to find those who are already stepping up. Encourage active participation. Set up interview processes that are as transparent as they are engaging.

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sgEngage

APRIL 2, 2024

Update Assigned Tasks One major pitfall to avoid during periods of staff turnover at your grantmaking organization is leaving ongoing activities or requests assigned to people who no longer work there. Action items not assigned to an active team member can lead to phone calls, meetings, and other crucial tasks not being completed.

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Data Blackbaud Policy Database 79

EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good. Find out what other groups they support to better target future online acquisition efforts.

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Advocacy Local Poll Audience 143

sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Sadly, many current change efforts that try to incorporate knowledge work for social good end up with disjointed or burdensome lists of isolated activities that really aren’t very engaging or valuable. It is about actively making meaning in interaction with a social context. Whether knowledge is spoken or not, it is public.

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Knowledge Philanthropy Change Work 71

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 6, 2012

Note from Beth: Facebook Groups can be used to help build communities and for deeper engagement and learning with your audience or peers. My staff and I invited many people in our networks and our professional communities who we felt were “ripe” for the conversation. Having this peer group was validating and supportive.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 11, 2021

Lindsay Simonds will decode the top five most impactful ways people contribute to communities. By understanding core motivations, intentions, perspectives reflected in this webinar, you will be able to build a stronger case for support, increase the impact you have, and gain strategies for creating and preserving community.

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People Community Video Podcast 81

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

This will give people an added incentive to actively engage with you on social media. 5) Build an engaged community on social media. The most important part of social media is being able to build a strong community. The most important part of social media is being able to build a strong community. Source: Go-Gulf.

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Social Media Associations Media Social 333

ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Unfortunately, this is a common dilemma for minority groups and various ethnic populations. You find a local nonprofit in your community that you think might be able to help you find and utilize resources relating to rental assistance. Upon entering, you are greeted by an individual who does not speak Spanish. Why does DEI matter?

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Strategy Help Demographics Environment 98

.orgSource

JULY 10, 2023

But, our community doesn’t get the credit it deserves for invention. Does your governance structure help or hinder your progress towards goals? What activities would make your association better prepared to respond to changes in your members’ needs and the business environment? Are you focusing sufficient attention on that area?

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Advice Course Associations Change 170

Neon CRM

JANUARY 19, 2024

From traditional fundraising methods like membership drives and community events to embracing crowdfunding or corporate partnerships , your plan should include a variety of revenue sources that go beyond simply collecting membership dues. Start by outlining your organizational structures. Don’t stop there!

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Associations Practice Strategy Leadership 52

sgEngage

OCTOBER 9, 2023

On its face, evaluation seems like a neutral activity, designed to help us understand what’s happened, and to change course where needed. The data collected is usually owned by the grantmaker, not questioned, and not shared back with the grantee or any larger community. Consider: Who defines objectives and “success”?

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Participatory Evaluation Empowerment Grant 88

sgEngage

DECEMBER 29, 2023

You want your donors to trust your work, your impact, your stewardship of resources, and your connection to the community, and stand out in a sea of information. But only 16% of nonprofits in the Guidestar database of 14,000 organizations actually take the time to actively be more transparent. Why Aren’t Nonprofits More Transparent?

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Metrics Ratio Government Nonprofit 102

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. Structural barriers to success The nonprofit sector is highly competitive, with organizations often competing for the same limited resources.

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Accessibility Challenge Leadership Tips 109

M+R

JUNE 5, 2023

If radical anti-family forces have their way, this UN sponsored program is likely to become an all-out assault on our traditional family structure. Along with Richard Vigurie, they honed an analog skill every politically active organization now tries to do digitally: find your people and activate them. Taxpayer” groups.

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Conservancy Influence Mail Headline 80

Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 17, 2022

You see, your annual fundraising plan is a treasure map that leads you to the exact activities that will raise the most money for your nonprofit over the course of the coming year. You can show them exactly what’s coming up and invite them to choose which activities they want to be involved in. Engage your Board. Learn from the past.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

So, while there are a few global and national options below, most are targeted to their communities. Oregon Community Foundation. The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. Albuquerque Community Foundation. The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts. The Kresge Foundation. Knight Foundation. Cleveland Foundation.

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Arts Culture Grant Fund 108

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Your vision for your new organization probably includes vibrant programs, happy donors, tons of community support, and the opportunity to change lives. What other organizations in your community address this need? Fully explore the landscape in your community and figure out where your organization will fit in.

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Nonprofit gMail Money Foundation 111

Connection Cafe

APRIL 6, 2020

Remote private training – virtually train a group of staff all at once with a tailored agenda determined by your organization. When you have a portfolio management meeting on the calendar, it will drive ongoing attention and activity. On-demand eLearning videos – access the training you want at any time, on your own schedule.

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Activities Active Activism Develop 47

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

It offers proven, actionable approaches for any company, organization, or community to navigate through that entity’s most pressing challenges. As you read the book, you’ll learn that: Leadership is an activity, not a position. Our institutions need structure and processes, and people in authority positions to keep it all running.

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Leadership Kansas Authoring Chapter 85

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 6, 2021

Volunteers appointed to Advisory Boards can share their professional and personal expertise on everything from programming to the organization’s role in the community. Involving members of the affected community in Advisory Boards is becoming more and more common. They could advise the organization based on their personal experiences.

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Roles Nonprofit Government Advice 111

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 2, 2023

Review the Year: I use a tool called the “ Year Compass, a free downloadable booklet that provides a set of structured reflection questions that help you look back and ahead. This year I will continue my commitment to creative activities including “ Journal as Altar ,” and calligraphy with fountain pens.

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Professional San Jose Journal Facilitation 89

Qgiv

AUGUST 15, 2023

Currently, the fire has burned over 1,000 acres of land, and firefighters are still active, battling flare-ups in Lahaina and in Maui’s inland Upcountry region. The Salvation Army is activating to provide displaced persons and others needing help with food, shelter, emotional and spiritual care, and other critical services.

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Hawaii Help Disaster Fund 52

Media Cause

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Coming from a background in community organizing and public policy — specifically in the anti-rape movement — I understand the importance of effective messaging in advocacy campaigns. My activism in the anti-rape movement began with institutionalized sexual harassment I experienced at my high school. Identify Your Own Story .

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Advocacy San Francisco Story Digital 59

Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Further, a Concord Group Study found that 49% of nonprofits don’t have a strategic plan. Does the community have a strong need for this nonprofit? Make sure that by starting a new nonprofit, you’ll be able to fulfill an unmet need in the community. Does the community seem excited about your nonprofit idea?

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Nonprofit Files Policy Software 84

Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

August’s Online Community Meetup featured Zoey Kroll of Hayes Valley Farm , an urban farm located in San Francisco. Appearing as her super hero alter ego, complete with green cape, Super Green, Kroll spoke about how online activity can be used to inspire offline action.

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Offline Action Community Online 56

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 3, 2024

My New Year’s Reflection Rituals Review the Year: I use a tool called the “ Year Compass, a free downloadable booklet that provides a set of structured reflection questions that help you look back and ahead. This year I will continue my commitment to creative activities including “ Journal as Altar ,” and calligraphy with fountain pens.

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Reflection Professional Facilitation San Jose 73

Candid

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

These grant forms enabled TAG to not only determine the level of overlap between questions (39 percent) but also to identify groups of shared questions. Thanks to the generosity of these funders, we were able to identify 13 groups where duplicative questions are present using several human-guided machine learning techniques.

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Analysis Grant Application Contact 94

Candid

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Philanthropy plays a crucial role in helping communities prepare for and respond to global disasters and supports the long-term recovery that individuals and communities face after disasters. Communities also require support prior to a catastrophic event to be prepared to withstand future disasters. and internationally.

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Disaster Puerto Rico Palau Lesson 72

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 5, 2022

Review the Year: I use tool called the “ Year Compass, a free downloadable booklet that provides a set of structured reflection questions that help you look back and ahead. This year I will continue my commitment to creative activities including “ Journal as Altar ,” and calligraphy with fountain pens.

Professional 111

Professional Facilitation Reflection Journal 111