Forum One

MAY 28, 2024

These awards honored Forum One’s work in building websites, digital tools, and virtual experiences for our clients. Department of Justice (DOJ) teamed up with Forum One and our partner, Polydelta , to produce an innovative new search tool that prioritizes an enhanced customer experience in order to increase government transparency.

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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. What we learned: a snapshot.

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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. Personas can be tough to define and get a hold of but with the help of trained consultants, you can leverage them into valuable design tools. Just like a good soccer coach does for their team.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Every arts and culture organization has a brand and that brand has a purpose. By pinpointing your organization’s purpose, you can unlock a powerful marketing tool that will enable audiences to connect deeper with your messaging. Why does your museum open its doors each day? Customer Journey.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 29, 2017

However, now I’m bringing a new tool to my work in the form of mindfulness. I realized that mindfulness was a powerful tool for me in my personal journey, so I started thinking about how I could make it work in a professional context. All tech tools aren’t alike. Folks can also engage in what I call planned giving and activism.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 22, 2014

If you are finding yourself looking through a lot of unrelated or useless stuff or the content you are sharing is not resonating with your audience, news discovery tools can help. It is a content discovery tool that helps tune your Facebook newsfeed based on keywords. How do you spot the awesome in your content curation activities?

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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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Qgiv

APRIL 30, 2024

Silent auctions have proven to be powerful tools for raising vital funds and rallying your supporters, but these fundraising events aren’t just about generating revenue. Art-themed: Embrace the creative spirit with an art-themed event showcasing local artists and unique works of art.

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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! Check out some key features below: .

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NTEN

AUGUST 15, 2012

Without any official IT roles on this small staff, MAH takes advantage of free online tools to manage information and programs internally, and to curate museum activities and art for their community.

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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. The Art of Facilitating with Virtual Sticky Note s by Beth Kanter. Virtual Meeting Tools.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 5, 2024

You have an amazing array of tools at your disposal to amplify your cause, streamline supporter activities, and shine a spotlight on your advocacy efforts. Let’s harness these powerful tools to not only speak but to engage, inspire, and mobilize. It’s the spark that ignites empathy and drives action. Flipcause is here to assist.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

When you curate a guest list that not only gathers people but also garners support, it can significantly impact the outcome of your fundraising events by transforming attendees into active contributors to your mission. Let’s embrace these insights and tools to create unforgettable events that inspire generosity and foster a lasting impact.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 5, 2019

adults actively using the site on a regular basis. So how can nonprofits use this powerful tool to build their movements, advance their causes, and raise money for their organizations? . While still in beta, YouTube Giving tools are being made available to a select number of YouTube creators in the U.S. Activate your network.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 8, 2021

1) Master the art of Plain Language. . Your current CRM does not integrate with th parties , such as MailChimp, Shopify, Stripe, and Facebook Fundraising Tools. Create a list of your must-have tools and functions. 7) Embrace Facebook & Instagram Charitable Giving Tools. Thank you and Happy New Year! GivePanel ].

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Or try additional experiential events like interactive workshops, virtual reality experiences, or access to behind-the-scenes activities. This type of activity helps both with data collection and adds an element of excitement to the event. These activities enhance the overall experience and encourage participation.

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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.) Many may be asking, therefore, “Why fund the arts?”

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Arts and Cultural organizations are capitalizing on this giving movement by creating a clear call-to-action attached to customized campaigns. If you are not aware, many tools that have been created for you, aligning your #GivingTuesday campaign to your mission. Join : Register as a 2018 participant on #GivingTuesday.org.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Check on your retention rate throughout the year and adjust your donor outreach and engagement activities accordingly. You can easily track your donor retention rate by using a few different tools. The first tool is the donor retention bar chart widget you can add to your dashboard. Did an abandoned kitten get a new home?

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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. Here’s an example.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 25, 2023

Elevate Your Fundraising Event with SWAG: Tips and Resources As you gear up to create a memorable fundraising event, there’s one powerful tool you should have in your arsenal: SWAG. Will they be included in welcome bags, used as raffle prizes, or given out during specific activities?

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Museum 2.0

JUNE 18, 2014

And it''s got me thinking about how we build energy and audience for the arts in this country. Barry Hessenius recently wrote a blog post questioning the theory that more art into the school day will increase and bolster future adult audiences for art experiences. Like Barry, I feel that more art in schools is always better.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 19, 2021

As of now, nonprofits, activism, and philanthropy are virtually non-existent in the metaverse (pun intended). Digital goods can range from digital art that you can buy, sell, and collect on OpenSea to accessories for your avatar in the metaverse. The Oculus Quest 2 experience.

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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. The Museum solicited photographs from artists via an open call on their website, Facebook group, Flickr groups, and outreach to Brooklyn-based arts organizations.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 21, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and Open Source Tool #16: CiviCRM April 21, 2008 In honor of the webinar that is happening in a couple of weeks, I figured I’d talk a bit about CiviCRM.

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Forum One

JANUARY 4, 2022

As we wrap up our reflection on 2021 and are ready to kick start 2022, we are immensely proud of the strategies, designs, and tools we’ve developed to help our mission-driven clients have an impact in the areas they care about most. Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation. Vilcek Foundation. I’m Determined.

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Volunteer Hub

JULY 26, 2021

VolunteerHub provided the features the organization needed and helped increase active volunteers by 478%. With the expansion came a new welcome center, four permanent galleries, two changing exhibition galleries, a research library and café, a 187-seat state-of-the-art performance theater, and a 175-seat outdoor amphitheater.

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Museum 2.0

APRIL 9, 2014

For many arts/museum professionals, writing text in 100-word chunks is a daily activity. There are great references for better art writing, but we don''t always use them. Recently, I discovered an online tool that can change that. design Quick Hits Technology Tools Worth Checking Out' Exhibit labels.

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Qgiv

MAY 5, 2022

Community art project. Create a community art project at your mental health nonprofit. Start by treating the project as a form of art therapy and ask those you serve to create their picture of good mental health. Then open it up to the community and charge to take part in the community art project.

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Forum One

MAY 18, 2023

The site also takes advantage of a number of other Drupal 9 functionalities, including the Data Explorer tool which launched in August 2022 and includes interactive maps. For inspiration, let’s look at a few government websites we have helped successfully move to Drupal 9 and are preparing or will soon be preparing to move to Drupal 10.

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Achieve

JANUARY 22, 2024

In this guide, we’ll cover: Strategies to Identify Mid-Level Donors Strategies to Connect With Mid-Level Donors Essential Tools to Grow Mid-Level Donor Relationships As you read through this article, consider how you can frame these mid-level donor strategies to your nonprofit’s unique audience. Integration with your CRM.

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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. Like many other activities in participatory philanthropy, this approach considers the process to be as important as the outcomes. To look is an act of choice.”

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Tech Soup

MAY 10, 2016

" Even if you do figure out a way to make your message go viral, how do you do it in a way that actually engages and activates patrons and doesn't just encourage more "slacktivism"? PicsArt is a free photo editing app that gives anyone the tools to be creative. Creating Art for Others. It's your brand.

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Museum 2.0

APRIL 2, 2014

One of the things I always focus on in participatory exhibit design is ensuring that everyone has the same tools to work with. Thinking about this, I was struck by the resonance with conversations swirling in the arts field about "little a" art: art that happens in the home, in churches, in parks. It''s complicated.

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CauseVox

MAY 25, 2021

Organizations all across the country planned and delivered virtual art lessons, science experiments, expert seminars and tours to engage visitors and members online. Brainstorm creative ways to engage smaller groups with in-person options like: Art and maker classes Q&A and guided tours Partnerships with performance groups.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 17, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and open source tools #1 – #100 January 17, 2008 I just though I’d take a brief pause to explain my criteria for these 100 tools that I’ll be covering this year.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 25, 2023

It’s been a rough couple years for arts-based nonprofits. As pandemic aid has run out without patrons returning in pre-2020 numbers, many arts nonprofit across the country have had to shrink programming, cut staff, or close altogether. This includes summer art camps, museums, theaters, art galleries, and more.

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