Candid

APRIL 1, 2024

From programs that make complex data-based decisions to applications that transcribe spoken words into text, AI offers new opportunities to do things more creatively and efficiently. Here are three reasons why your organization should consider adopting an AI policy.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

General guidance for fundraisers Here is general guidance on actions fundraisers can take based on fundraising trends and best practices drawn from the report. Many institutional funders will, in their applications, cap your allowable overhead rate, usually around 10%, even when your actual costs are higher! Happy action planning!

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Nimble AMS

MAY 27, 2022

Research from the Community Brands Association Trends Study , also discovered less than 5% of professionals use AI, predictive analytics, or machine learning in their organization. . When it comes to adopting innovative technology to advance your organization’s goals, it’s crucial to understand your role in the process.

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Candid

AUGUST 22, 2023

Generative AI products, such as ChatGPT, are examples of a branch of AI called machine learning, which is concerned with learning from data to surface trends and predictions. As these technologies mature, so do their applications. Can this tool help people arrive at a deeper understanding of how Candid’s data can support their success?

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 13, 2023

According to the latest Community Brands Association Trends Research , 53% of association professionals report that enhancing the member experience is their most important business objective. Search for add-on applications to increase operational efficiency and solve problems through time-saving solutions. If so, you’re not alone.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Schools and other organizations are constantly presented with new applications, software, tools, and resources. Establish criteria for intended goals and involve the committee from ideation through implementation to increase successful adoption. Document current technology Next, document your current tech stack’s capabilities.

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NTEN

AUGUST 13, 2012

If you've been keeping up with this blog series about applications of our annual Nonprofit Tech Staffing & Investments research, you've noticed that we refer to "Tech Adoption" when gauging the impact of staffing levels or investments on an organization. What is Tech Adoption? "We

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 4, 2024

foundationConnect enabled us to work better together — from funders and applicants to program staff and grantees, stronger connections were built within our organization. A point solution makes data collection from multiple sources difficult and often requires integration with third-party applications.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

We aim to streamline student applications and enable simpler awarding through AutoMatch. Discover how to implement flexible applications to expand the pool of potential recipients while leveraging Award Management to enhance your scholarship agreement process. Putting the AI in Education Graham Getty, St.

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

While it may be a bit early to start posting the job description, the upside to having an AI adoption lead on your team has incredible potential. The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of the latest trends in AI, deep learning models and NLP strategies, as well as a robust understanding of customer service UX design.

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Candid

AUGUST 10, 2023

The unfulfilled promises of blockchain to advance social good, a proliferation of mobile apps in developing countries that failed to garner adoption , and cheap laptops that were going to change the world are just a few examples. Yes, new applications are sexy and garner press coverage. This equally applies to technology.

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sgEngage

JULY 15, 2023

Four Donor Management Benefits Beyond fostering a positive environment for donors, adopting an effective donor management system offers several additional benefits for organizations of every size. This data allows organizations to identify trends and opportunities to optimize the donor lifecycle.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2019

Does integrate with existing applications your staff uses everyday like Microsoft Office365 ? Does the platform allow for staff adoption and collaboration between teams (i.e. Can the development office customize workflows and notifications when a donor is lapsing to help you determine the root cause and how to turn the trend around?

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 13, 2015

I found the explanations good, and the first part of the plan is well worth reading to understand some of the trends in educational applications of technology. If producers adopt current industry standards for producing educational materials, materials will be accessible out of the box.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 19, 2018

We have seen a number of trends emerge this past year, but I believe that by understanding the following five major trends, your foundation can go into 2018 on-track and prepared for industry changes. We’ve even seen a growth in collaboration as a requirement for grant applicants.

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

Let’s explore how these two factors impact higher education and the potential strategies institutions can adopt. Does it convey a unique advantage to potential applicants? Check out HubSpot’s 2023 Marketing Strategy & Trends Report for ideas on how to pivot and focus on what will have the most impact.

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NTEN

APRIL 7, 2011

So, everything I have to say about trends in technology grantmaking is based on subjective observations made by those people who spend their days researching grantmakers. In the area of writing and submitting grant applications you need to get used to submitting online applications – both letters of inquiry and full grant requests.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 16, 2012

While gamification has a lot of practical applications for nonprofits, it also has many stereotypes to overcome. Many industries are adopting gamification as a way to keep people involved and drive participation. Many industries are adopting gamification as a way to keep people involved and drive participation.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 1, 2022

The 2018 Global Trends in Giving Report shows that, regardless of generation, online is now the preferred channel for donations. Based on current trends, most nonprofit leaders of mid- to large-sized organizations are coming around to the idea of utilizing technology in their development cycle.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 11, 2022

You’ll hear from nonprofit finance leaders and Blackbaud experts on trends affecting the finance operations of nonprofit organizations across sectors. Tom Walker, Blackbaud’s Principal Product Manager for Financial Edge NXT, will walk through the current process for bringing Accounts Receivable to the web application.

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sgEngage

MAY 25, 2023

In a sector that is so risk-averse—afraid of change, reluctant to explore new ideas, and adopt new practices—why do we rely on super risky problem-solving skills? Further, funders disincentivize risk when they require lengthy applications and reports that may not always showcase reality or the organization’s ability to create impact.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 19, 2012

We’ve all experienced videos, blogs, photos, or topics “going viral” online before our eyes – the number of views increases, our Facebook timeline fills with reposts of the story, or a hashtag rises up the trending charts. At SXSW, there…. Crowdfunding Social Ventures at SXSW. Tech Talk at SXSW. I’ve been….

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sgEngage

APRIL 19, 2023

The second wave, however—coming after the launch of Google’s Bard and Microsoft Bing—has resonated more broadly and has implications and potential applications for nonprofit organizations. Get the design or presentation of prediction solutions wrong and you can impact user trust and adoption.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JULY 16, 2021

Which applications do you integrate with now, and which would you like to in the future? Tal Frankfurt, CEO at Cloud for Good: Our customers adopt Salesforce for many reasons, and the ability to customize Salesforce for their needs is a key one. Read how The Trevor Project took their LifeLine to the cloud. Customization is Critical.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Start-up organizations often adopt a “working board” model due to limited funds or the desire to generate community buy-in with a 100% volunteer-led mission. How will we screen applicants to narrow down the selection of ideal candidates? The Board’s Top 5 Responsibilities For Executive Director Management: 1.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 12, 2007

It is really bizarre, but this afternoon I've been struggling with the notion about the connection between individual adoption and organizational adoption of social media tools like Facebook or others. Corporate types resist the adoption of these technologies, and then, subsequently embrace them.

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Forum One

JANUARY 19, 2023

From improvements in user experience, to new trends in visual design and technical performance, there are a lot of factors that are fundamental or high on your priority list. There are many things that we need to account for when planning a redesign.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 9, 2023

This input led them to adopt an Emergent Learning framework and feminist evaluation principles , which recognize evaluation as a political act and the information generated as key to advocacy. Manage your entire grantmaking workflow, from online grant applications through payments Find out how Blackbaud Grantmaking fits your organization.

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NTEN

MARCH 18, 2010

They support and extend the larger trends that are shaping both charity and business operations -- whether those trends are flex time, impact measurement, real time data, or open APIs -- and allow you to gain the benefits of those larger trends without really having to think about it much. Reliance on third party(ies).

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NTEN

MARCH 18, 2010

They support and extend the larger trends that are shaping both charity and business operations -- whether those trends are flex time, impact measurement, real time data, or open APIs -- and allow you to gain the benefits of those larger trends without really having to think about it much. Reliance on third party(ies).

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 21, 2023

VolunteerHub is preloaded with standard reporting options, allowing you to instantly review volunteer attendance, activity and trends. Download Whitepaper What to Look for in Volunteer Management Software Approximately half of all nonprofits in the United States have yet to adopt a volunteer management software application.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 3, 2016

As users keep moving their business-critical applications to the cloud, they realize that there is a reduced need to upgrade their systems. The second most important driver for cloud adoption by nonprofits is the potential cost savings. In fact, cloud migration is currently one of the biggest trends in nonprofit technology.

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Forum One

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

From improvements in user experience to new trends in visual design and technical performance, there are a lot of factors that are fundamental or high on your priority list. There are many things to consider when planning a website redesign.

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NTEN

MARCH 20, 2012

We've all experienced videos, blogs, photos, or topics "going viral" online before our eyes - the number of views increases, our Facebook timeline fills with reposts of the story, or a hashtag rises up the trending charts. At SXSW, there…. Crowdfunding Social Ventures at SXSW. Tendenci was developed by Schipul especially…. Tech Talk at SXSW.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 6, 2013

Google was an early adopter of the technology, including it in its Nexus handsets and Android operating systems. Right now, NFC doesn't seem like a viable technology for nonprofits to adopt for fundraising. File this technology under your "trends to watch" list.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 21, 2016

"We knew how to crowdsource and incubate applications." "Real-time data seems to be the most popular because it is very useful — and you can present it in a visually attractive way in an application," Sobieszuk said. A select jury and the public voted to narrow down the initial entries to 20 finalists.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 16, 2014

To facilitate the use of that data, the city hosted a contest to motivate the development community to make use of more than 100 types of datasets it had released — everything from aerial photographs and business licenses to parking meter information, liquor license applications, and street-sweeping routes.

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