Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

While a board’s priority is always governance, its members may also be the organization’s best spokespeople, fundraisers, volunteers, and technical experts. Transparency about programmatic approach, results, governance, and finances are just a few ways a nonprofit can be open about its work, and this openness must start with the board.

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Candid

JULY 20, 2022

To understand how the pandemic impacted the philanthropic sector and civil society organizations around the world, we reached out to local experts who shared their observations and experiences over the past two years. For example, donors became more aware of the gaps in access to technology and transportation for nonprofit staff. “In

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 21, 2013

The core story, as told by nearly 6,000 respondents, is of a fragile balancing act between rising community need and shrinking or stagnant resources for social programs. Particularly in the last several years, in the wake of the financial crisis, organizations have struggled with a variety of challenges related to government support.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 22, 2022

At Salesforce.org, we are proud to see how much of our community — whether it’s our employees, our partners, or the nonprofits we support — is jumping in through funding, advocacy, or volunteering. No one individual, company, government agency, or nonprofit can go it alone.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

Well-planned events enable nonprofits, community groups, businesses and government agencies to showcase AAPI arts, food, performances, and more. The events can also effectively raise funds through ticket sales, sponsorships, and donations for organizations that provide services and advocacy to advance AAPIs.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 14, 2017

WRC advocates for programs and policies that create opportunity and drive change for these communities. Since 1922, they have put significant international pressure on governments to enforce and enact laws that defend women’s rights. Take Action | Twitter | Facebook. Women's Refugee Commission. Take Action | Twitter | Facebook.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

A few years ago, a nonprofit executive was bragging to me about a fundraising breakthrough he had when he had gotten a new $5,000 donation from a local foundation and how much effort he, his board, his development director, and others spent wooing and making their case for the contribution. Advocacy is always controversial.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 6, 2021

Public policy at all levels of government has the ability to threaten the work of all nonprofits (National Council of Nonprofits, 2019). Notably, about 32% of nonprofit funding comes from government contracts and grants. The effects of federal policy often trickle down to the state and local levels. A missed opportunity.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

federal government, corporations, and donations through donor-advised funds (DAFs) and online platforms. . Enable advocacy and community organizing efforts. Support local nonprofits and knowledge in the U.S. Local knowledge is crucial, as is trusting the expertise of affected communities. In it, we examined?available?2019?data

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Qgiv

MARCH 5, 2024

An NGO is a type of nonprofit organized at the local, national, or international level that works independently of any government involvement. They typically focus on social, political, environmental, and humanitarian objectives through advocacy, research and by providing services. What is an NGO (Non-Governmental Organization)?

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

September 16, 2021 UK-based Exscientia , an AI-driven pharmatech company, has announced a $35 million program-related investment from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to develop anti-viral therapeutics against coronavirus and other viruses with pandemic potential. million for reparations advocacy. Liberated Capital awards $1.7

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Forum One

AUGUST 26, 2021

In her role as the federal CIO within the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), she is focused on bringing enterprise perspectives and innovative insights to the ever-evolving and complex world of government. As Martorana emphasized, the government must focus on advancement while also prioritizing the safety of its people.

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Qgiv

MAY 1, 2023

Community festivals, government-sponsored activities, and educational activities for students are all essential parts of this month-long celebration. Look for nonprofits that serve your local AAPI community to make an impact closer to home or check out national nonprofits that serve the broader community throughout the country.

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Everyaction

JUNE 6, 2018

There is no better time to support local and national nonprofits protecting LGBTQ rights and serving the LGBTQ community, and while there are far too many organizations doing great work to list them all, these are a few that we're big fans of. They work at the local, state, and federal level to advance transgender equality.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 14, 2015

“ All politics is local.” What problems could you solve with more support from a local, state or federal government? I am not talking about more money for services or additional government grants, I am talking about changes in public policy. What programs would your scale back? Tip” O’Neill, Jr., Speaker of the U.

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Neon CRM

JULY 21, 2023

In this article, we will cover the six areas that any nonprofit board should be overseeing and providing some basic tips on proper board governance. But the board is responsible for ensuring that the nonprofit has all the necessary legal, ethical, financial, and overall good governance policies in place to succeed long-term.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

we all know nonprofits rely on a combination of government grants, philanthropic donations, and earned income to support their operations. For example, the National Council of Nonprofits offers a range of resources, including information on board diversity and inclusion , as well as leadership development programs.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

You may identify opportunities to continue influencing the government through grassroots organizing and advocacy work. You may identify opportunities to continue influencing the government through grassroots organizing and advocacy work.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

The W³ Awards competition honors creative excellence on the web and recognizes the creative and marketing professionals behind award-winning sites, videos, and marketing programs. Silver – State Government Website. Silver – Federal Government Website. Washington State Wine Commission.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The W³ Awards competition honors creative excellence on the web and recognizes the creative and marketing professionals behind award-winning sites, videos, and marketing programs. Silver – State Government Website. Silver – Federal Government Website. Washington State Wine Commission.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

The 36th Annual Nonprofit Organizations Institute will feature nationally recognized experts from private foundations, public charities, law, finance, and government discussing the latest tax, legislative and governance issues affecting nonprofit organizations. 15th Annual Nonprofit Governance Symposium. State/Local.

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Qgiv

MARCH 28, 2022

For those who aren’t familiar with how nonprofits work or what they do, there could be confusion about how employees receive compensation or how programs are funded. A 501(c)(3) organization’s expenses primarily fall into three categories: administrative expenses, fundraising expenses, and program expenses. Financial sponsorships.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 7, 2016

When I encounter 501(c)(3) organizations that would be suited well to engage in online advocacy but don’t currently have programs set up, I tend to hear the same story, “We don’t want to engage in advocacy because we don’t want to risk losing our 501(c)(3) status.” Where some confusion sets in.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Across America, Hispanic and Latino organizations are leading the way in every realm, including advocacy, education, healthcare, and social services. Through HHF’s award-winning LOFT leadership and workforce development program, tens of thousands of students and young professionals are connected to each other and to mentors and resources.

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Care2

MAY 11, 2011

We so often focus on learning from innovative online campaigns that we miss out on opportunities to integrate offline cause communities and grassroots advocacy. Building buzz and press for an advocacy action. Building local chapters. Recruiting applicants to a fellowship program. Diverse Goals. Raising funds.

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Museum 2.0

APRIL 19, 2016

A few months ago, the MAH board and staff started discussing whether and how to create a formal policy for advocacy activities. Why create an advocacy policy? In our case, it started when we were asked to sign onto a local petition to save a community garden under threat. We educate the public on local issues.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Consider whether your community has a wide range of potential giving sources willing to help out, including individual donors , corporate sponsors, foundations, and government agencies. Look into pro-bono services offered by local bar associations or law firms. What potential challenges or risks will the nonprofit face?

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 16, 2011

For example, all residents with the qualifying disabilities in Australia, Denmark and Qatar, to pick just three examples, now have free access to Bookshare thanks to our joint efforts with local and national disability groups in these countries. We would like to see a global norm comparable to the system that has worked so well in the U.S.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 16, 2014

SocialCoding4Good We are very excited about our SocialCoding4Good project, one of our Benetech Labs initiatives, which is working to increase the engagement of the technology sector with social good initiatives beyond just the scope of our own programs. And we have even more improvements in our development pipeline.

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Everyaction

DECEMBER 12, 2017

The program provides focused attention on key compliance issues for both private foundations and charitable organizations, plus practical walk-throughs of an IRS audit and an Attorney General Investigation. It also offers an interactive opportunity to discuss key forms and governing documents(Form 1023 and Forms 990 and 990-PF.).

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Top Nonprofits

MARCH 16, 2022

They see the information about a gala event that your organization is hosting at the local aquarium. All advocacy campaigns, social media links, and other engagement opportunities should be relevant and available for your audience to get involved with directly on your website. Engagement opportunities. Typography.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

DECEMBER 18, 2018

One is doing advocacy around ensuring voting rights and access to democracy work for young people. I think one of the most interesting and impactful programs that we’re re launching is “Democracy Class”. Rock the Vote uses EveryAction forms for event sign ups, advocacy, and finding your elected officials.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

We hope this information will be useful in a multitude of ways, from ongoing advocacy efforts to capturing the sector’s story to helping local leaders build greater resiliency. This blog presents several common insights generated through these surveys. Organizations across the globe continue to feel negative impacts of COVID-19.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 22, 2013

They respond to localized needs, are absolutely critical to community building, and are staffed by people with deep knowledge and caring for the communities where they live and work. Of those, three-quarters (almost 1.2 million) have annual budgets under $1 million, and most are even smaller.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 19, 2012

To cite just two interesting efforts: STRIVE is layering the use of robust data platforms on to local community organizing and social service delivery in Cincinnati and other cities. “The consumer Internet,” the author wrote, “can be seen as the warm-up act for these technologies.”

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 10, 2011

The Benetech Human Rights Program (HRP) is hard at work to ensure that technology and science best meet the needs of human rights defenders in these critical times. Benetech's Human Rights Program also received this year great recognition by the media and by experts in the field of human rights.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Essence of knowledge After more than two decades in the knowledge field—located at various times in community program evaluation, academia and philanthropy—I have come to the conclusion that our biggest problem in maximizing knowledge work is that we too often conflate knowledge with learning.

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