Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Analytic Activism is a book about how advocacy organizations can make better decisions in the digital age. I wrote the book because it seemed like something was missing from the conversation about digital advocacy and activism. Most of the research on digital advocacy is focused on the new types of speech we now see online.

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Analytics Advocacy Chapter Environment 31

M+R

JULY 27, 2023

While some of that is reasonably attributed to a lackluster fundraising environment for climate orgs (dare I reference the extremely disappointing emotional rollercoaster that was Build Back Better …), we started to wonder — are supporters just not seeing and feeling the value of UCS as much?

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Fundraising Test Advocacy Metrics 52

DNL OmniMedia

MARCH 13, 2023

If your organization is a human services agency , on the other hand, you may store and reference data about your clients like case notes. Data hygiene refers to any of the actions your organization takes to keep data consistent and free of errors.

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Data Management Database Software 52

Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

It’s your north star, your guiding principle, and your roadmap to changing the world. There Has Been a Change In Your Nonprofit’s Scope Over time, technology, politics, and culture will impact your mission and how you approach it. If your organization changes its scope, you need to adapt your messaging.

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Examples Language Iowa Nonprofit 95

Non Profit Quarterly

APRIL 20, 2023

Additionally, biased content-moderation algorithms can incorrectly identify the gender of queer and trans users, leading to misgendering (referring to someone using the wrong pronouns) or deadnaming (referring to trans, queer, or nonbinary people by names they no longer use.)

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Social Media Media Strategy Social 92

Qgiv

JUNE 13, 2023

These are alarming numbers because they show a great disparity in representation—for reference, more than 40% of the US population is comprised of black and brown people. Everyone is afforded opportunities to enjoy the water and swim or serve on boards and change the world! There are 1.4 million nonprofit boards in the U.S. Non-Binary?

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Culture United States Stats Homeless 52

sgEngage

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

But, the question that will ultimately get more prospective donors in the door is: how are you changing the world? Reference thought leaders and influencers. Always remind your audience that meaningful change can only happen with their assistance. Reference thought leaders and influencers.

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Storytelling Support Influence Voice 85

Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 17, 2022

A child advocacy organization might aim to double the number of volunteers trained to protect children in the court system. But seriously, 100% retention is unrealistic because life is fluid and peoples’ situations change. Refer to Step 2: What activities will help you take big steps toward achieving your Impact Goal?

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Whether you’re part of an animal shelter, wildlife conservation organization, or advocacy group, these insights will help you navigate the ever-evolving world of nonprofit marketing. Use data, visuals, and concrete examples to demonstrate the positive changes your organization has made. Show impact and results.

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Marketing Tips Influence Nonprofit 52

Amy Sample Ward

MAY 17, 2011

The fundraising response rate fell by 19%, while the advocacy response rate fell by 7%. Those unsubscribe numbers don’t indicate that you should stop or change that message, but that you should work to more closely segment your list and target your messages. View more presentations from Amy Sample Ward. Highlights.

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email Marketing Nebraska Omaha 169

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

I’ve referred several Packard grantees who have used John Lovett’s social analytics framework to help them think through social media metrics. I sent a tweet to John asking if there was a blank copy and he sent me a blank one with permission to hack and share. What will change? Click for larger image.

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Metrics Social Media Media Social 101

Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 30, 2023

These groups require different tactics to persuade them to change their behaviors, and here’s how you can use data about each donor type to increase fundraising: Existing monthly donors. This group consists of donors who are already a part of your sustainer program.

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Analytics Data Giving Metrics 52

ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 9, 2011

Who thinks social service organizations should fly under the same banner as those that organize the public for political change? The term "philanthropy" has been in American parlance for a long time, referring to individual action, charitable behavior, and (more recently) the professional field of grantmaking foundations.

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Museum Nonprofit Policy Professional 100

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 1, 2013

Colleagues Allyson Kapin who founded a web agency called Rad Campaign (they designed my blog) and Amy Sample Ward, who the NTEN Membership Director (and I’ve known since 2007 ) have published a new how to book called “ Social Change Any Time Every Where.” The book offers some recipes for culture change.

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Campaign Online Chapter Model 97

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

I’ve just returned from keynoting the first Social Good Brazil conference that took place in Florianapolis, sometimes referred to the “Silicon Valley” of Brasil and where the nonprofit, social good, innovation, and technology community is leading the social change movement. … Read More

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Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Over a year and a half has passed since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, and needless to say, a lot has changed in that time. As a nonprofit fundraising professional, you’ve likely seen your nonprofit’s fundraising strategy change drastically in the pandemic era as well. Keep supporter relationships at the forefront.

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Raise Tips Fundraising Virtual 52

DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

The consultant you partner with can provide insight that significantly changes your organization’s technical toolkit and your team’s approach to technology. To ensure this change is a positive one, dedicate time to researching and assessing each potential consultant. How do you choose a nonprofit tech consulting firm?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 5, 2009

Submitted by Ivan Boothe, publisher of the Rootwork Blog Over at the NetSquared blog, Joe Solomon provided a great roundup of reasons people might be "jaded about social media for change" and ways they overcome it. Joe runs through some great responses from a whole bevy of social-media-for-change folks, including me.

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Social Media Change Social Media 50

DNL OmniMedia

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Constituent relationship management (CRM) refers to the various processes that nonprofits use to steward and build relationships with donors, volunteers, advocates, members, and other constituents to secure ongoing support. EveryAction stands out for its advocacy-focused features, but that’s not the only reason the solution shines.

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Blackbaud Nonprofit Summary Comparison 52

ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 17, 2011

In my last blog post , I suggested that the idea of "sector" has taken hold, which means that we need a way to refer to all the organizations that fall inside such a sector. I've heard people who work in these contexts use the term NGO to refer broadly to all organizations operating in the domestic tax-exempt sector. tax-exempts.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 17, 2012

Here’s a sampling: Our organization does advocacy around some policy issues. Assess whether planned or desired political activities suggest a change in corporate form, spinoff, or establishment of sub-section 501c4 entity. All in all, a useful reference to help you prepare working with your organization’s counsel.

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Social Media Media Chapter Social 95

DNL OmniMedia

MAY 25, 2022

When you have a strong grasp of your audience’s motivations, you can increase donations, volunteer hours, advocacy actions, and the overall public opinion of your nonprofit. This information— what you want to learn— is referred to as your objective. Do your insights change when you look at regional responses? Wrapping Up.

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Research Marketing Survey Nonprofit 52

NonProfit Hub

MAY 19, 2016

This is referred to as the substantial part test. Challenges to or support for legislative proposals that would change the organization’s rights or its right to exist. Differences between Lobbying and Advocacy. It’s important to note the differences between lobbying and advocacy.

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Advocacy Test Government Files 33

Care2

AUGUST 22, 2013

Note , this was adapted from the book Social Change Anytime Everywhere by Amy Sample Ward and I. Site Insights: 10 most visited pages on the site, top 10 referring sites, and top 10 exit pages (How can you improve the content on pages where you are loosing people’s attention?). Change 2 homepage slideshow items on the website.

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Online Tips Calendar Test 71

Care2

APRIL 24, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) More benchmark articles can be found here.

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Benchmark Studies Social Media NTEN 28

Achieve

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Gift frequency can refer to two things: when you receive a donation and how often you receive. This deeply informed his world view, and inspires him to support the work of those on the front lines of social change. Gift frequency. recurring donations.

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Hints Campaign Tech Integration 59

Care2

JULY 26, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Need some metrics guidelines?

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Social Network ROI Social Media Network 74

Care2

JULY 17, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Need some metrics guidelines?

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Social Network ROI Social Media Network 74

Care2

JANUARY 17, 2012

It helps that Hlinko is possibly the most gifted wit in the progressive politics and advocacy space, deftly mixing satire and puns to grab you, make you smile, and get you to forward his stuff to your friends. You’ll read it at one long sitting and then refer to it again and again. Or check out his bio, here.

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Share Campaign Marketing Authoring 78

DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

They also help refer new customers to Blackbaud products and streamline the migration and adoption processes for new users. If you’re thinking of making changes or updates, support from both the technical experts and CPAs at Zobrio might be an essential investment for your organization. Fundraising products for Luminate Online.

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Blackbaud Integration Nonprofit Platform 52

Care2

FEBRUARY 3, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Need some metrics guidelines?

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ROI Social Network Social Media Advocacy 53

Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 6, 2021

These give users a frame of reference. With all of the changes you’re making, the focus should be on removing barriers to completing the form. In his role, he serves thousands of nonprofits and advocacy organizations across the U.S. Limit the number of images to one banner image and reduce unnecessary text on your page.

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Donor Management Virtual Newsletter 52

ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 16, 2017

Self-driving cars are perhaps the most visible element of the “Fourth Industrial Revolution,” a term used to by some scholars to refer to the rapidly increasing use of automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence (AI) over the next two decades (Schwab, 2016). Nonprofits also have the opportunity “to become thought leaders” (Zwick, C.,

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Challenge Technology Arizona Phoenix 56

Tech Soup

MARCH 11, 2010

Broadly defined, GIS refers to the use of a map format to collect and analyze data. GIS is a powerful tool for education and advocacy: it's not just about presenting data more attractively; it's about illuminating the real story behind the facts. Here are some more great resources about mapping and GIS: read more.

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Product Resource Map Classes 43

Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

“Politics is changing,” Dayoan begins. In the corporate world, “listening” generally refers to participating in a community to study one’s audience and learn what types of people are involved (or potentially could be involved) in a community. Raising Awareness and Communicating Out.

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Social Media San Francisco Community Media 54

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 5, 2016

I always refer aspiring social entrepreneurs to the article when they ask me how they can win a Skoll Award. Framework for Producing Transformative Change Two key concepts from the book really stuck with me. The first is their core concept of equilibrium change. But, it’s always useful to explore the framework of one’s work.

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Care2

AUGUST 12, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) But even e-mail is changing.

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