Exploring Open Source LMS Solutions
Gyrus
NOVEMBER 22, 2023
Open source LMS solutions: A great alternative to proprietary LMS systems. Learn more about the best options for 2023, their benefits, potential drawbacks, and more.
Corporate Donations: Alternatives to Sponsorships
Qgiv
JULY 26, 2022
We put together several alternatives to sponsorships that you can use to raise more funds from corporate donations. A great alternative to sponsorships is a matching gift drive. The first option opens up matching gifts to your community of donors. Another great alternative to corporate sponsorships is a volunteer grant.
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Open vs. Welcoming Volunteer Engagement
VQ Strategies
JANUARY 24, 2022
But just as there is a difference between being nice and being kind, there is a difference between being easy and being accessible, between being open and being welcoming. Volunteer engagement leaders who focus on creating “open” volunteer opportunities often create what I refer to as “come-one-come-all” service opportunities.
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Social SEO and the Rise of Alternative Search
Media Cause
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Using that same user journey from above, searching for good food while in New York, Gen Z most likely will pop open their TikTok or Instagram app to find that desired information (and for user demographics, TikTok isn’t just a target platform for Gen Z —50% of users* are between the ages of 30-49.) Learn more about our social media services.
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Drones, Robots, and Farmers—Prepare Your Association to Meet Fast-Moving Technology Trends
.orgSource
APRIL 22, 2024
It opens services and activities to ongoing evaluation and adjustment. One of the major conclusions of an innovation study conducted by Amanda Kaiser was that the CEO’s openness to new ideas has a huge impact on an organization’s ability to change and adapt. There can be many reasons why this happens.
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Disruption Sunny Side Up
.orgSource
APRIL 8, 2024
As time goes by, we are becoming complacent again and less open to reinvention, especially in the area of membership initiatives. Everyone who has been dying for someone to offer an alternative will be like, ‘Where have you been all my life? You’ll have some difficult conversations, but the alternative is stagnation.
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Alternatives to MySQL
Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology
MARCH 14, 2011
I’ve mentioned this before, and I do think the conventional wisdom is that open source software (which includes OpenOffice.org, MySQL and Java) will not flourish at Oracle. It makes sense – Oracle has never had a culture of fostering open source software, and it seems unlikely to obtain one.
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Is Creating Content Actually Expensive or Are People Just Doing It Wrong?
Association TV
DECEMBER 21, 2021
If you’re beginning to think maybe turning off the lights and shutting off the heat at headquarters to conserve cash isn’t such a bad idea after all, I’d like to offer an alternative. ?. Unlock profitable content strategy and avoid being cold, like this guy. Good video programming is a value center.
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An Open letter to Crowdfunding Companies from the California Association of Nonprofits
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
NOVEMBER 19, 2018
CalNonprofits anticipates more state and federal policy efforts to emerge as this industry and these practices mature and has released this Open Letter to Crowdfunding Platforms. An Open letter to Crowdfunding Companies from the California Association of Nonprofits. Jan Masaoka’s guest post provides more details.
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Open Source vs. Proprietary: Desktop Productivity
Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology
MARCH 7, 2011
I’ve been using this tool since it actually was StarOffice, more than 10 years ago, when it was first open sourced by Sun in 2000. (funnily enough, for both packages, the executable is still called ‘soffice’ – for ‘Star Office.’).
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Your Nonprofit Should be Using Public Service Announcements (PSAs)
Nonprofit Tech for Good
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
They also still have to sell spots to keep their doors open so they only allot a certain amount of PSAs. That way they can put a face to a name, put in a good word for your nonprofit, and see if there are alternative PSA options such as loading the video onto their website or social media. .
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Early guidance on Threads, Meta’s answer to Twitter
M+R
JULY 6, 2023
Since Elon Musk took over Twitter in November 2022, we’ve seen so many platforms come and go as potential alternatives. And still, it’s a better alternative to Twitter, which has become increasingly dangerous for marginalized folks, where Musk has made no attempt to hide his biases and promote hateful rhetoric.
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Embracing partnership: A promising paradigm for nonprofit governance
Candid
APRIL 29, 2024
Alternatively, when boards take a more collaborative approach to these duties, working together with staff, they can help advance the organization’s mission and vision. Two prevalent scenarios, both lacking collaboration I’ve observed two nonprofit governance scenarios prevalent across the sector.
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Free Alternatives to Ning
Forum One
APRIL 22, 2010
" Where does that leave those of us who need a free-for-use Ning alternative? While these downloadable open source softwares protect you from meandering software company business plans, they require more technical time to install and support. Alternatives to Ning Document. We will phase out our free service."
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[ASK AN EXPERT] What To Do When A Donor Says “No”
Bloomerang
OCTOBER 27, 2023
TIP: Be patient, friendly, understanding, and open. They may be quite open to being convinced. Offer some other relevant alternatives. I understand exactly how you feel, and … I’ve felt that way myself … and what I’ve often found is … (offer an alternative way to look at or manage the situation).” I support you.
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Is Creating Content Actually Expensive or Are People Just Doing It Wrong?
Association TV
DECEMBER 21, 2021
If you’re beginning to think maybe turning off the lights and shutting off the heat at headquarters to conserve cash isn’t such a bad idea after all, I’d like to offer an alternative. Unlock profitable content strategy and avoid being cold, like this guy. Good video programming is a value center.
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SaaS vs. Open Source
Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology
SEPTEMBER 24, 2008
Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology SaaS vs. Open Source September 24, 2008 I just finished writing a post for the Idealware blog about choosing SaaS vs. Open source. SaaS is not, by definition either proprietary or open source.
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MPower Open keeps moving forward
Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology
JULY 6, 2008
Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology MPower Open keeps moving forward July 6, 2008 This is old news, but I’ve been busy. MPower Open is now on Sourceforge , they released their product under the GPL v3. Bad Blogger! (I
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Research Friday: Legal Structure Alternatives to Lead Social Change
ASU Lodestar Center
MAY 18, 2012
Although they are not tax-exempt, nor can they receive tax- deductible contributions, these organizations open up business and social impact opportunities for an enterprise, and give customers the opportunity to support a social cause when purchasing good and services. Yet another alternative is to form a Social Cooperative.
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Twitter Replies by Email - Alternatives to TwitApps
Wild Apricot
SEPTEMBER 16, 2009
Sure, the code is going open source — inevitably, a new tool will come along — but what alternatives to TwitApps are out there right now? That’s what some 4000 users of TwitApps are wondering, now that the Twitter-to-email tool is being dropped by its developer. This kept me off twitter 24/7.
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Bright Idea: Hybrid Scavenger Hunt Fundraiser
Qgiv
MAY 4, 2021
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass had to find a socially distant alternative to their annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake fundraiser. This option opened up fundraising opportunities for those uncomfortable with attending in-person events. You could have teams submit pictures of completed challenges as an alternative to an app.
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Four Nonprofit Web Accessibility Best Practices for 2022
sgEngage
JUNE 23, 2022
Generally speaking, most nonprofits are required to abide by the ADA— any organization with 15 or more employees that has “public accommodations” or services or facilities open to the general public is required to comply. Include text alternatives for all non-text elements. Clean up forms.
The power of open source VOIP
Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology
DECEMBER 18, 2007
Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology The power of open source VOIP December 18, 2007 Today seems to be Asterisk day. Asterisk is the open source PBX application that works by using VOIP. What is Asterisk, you ask? And it’s free, too.
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Nonprofit Data Migration Made Easier with Carr Partnership
3rd Sector Labs
JUNE 13, 2013
Fortunately there are other alternatives available beyond the 800-pound gorilla in the space. Indeed, there are impressive Open Source solutions that not only can easily be customized to meet the unique needs of virtually any nonprofit mission, but considerable talent and expertise to guide these organizations through the process.
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9 Socially-Distant Donor Engagement Ideas for Nonprofits
Nonprofit Tech for Good
JANUARY 24, 2021
Now your team can boost your open rates to 37% just by adding video! This opens the possibility for multiple activities to occur at once, such as games , a meditation activity, presentations, auctions , and more. Pro Tip: In 2020, nonprofit professionals overcame a mountain of obstacles to perfect their virtual event game.
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Thoughts on the Future of Open Source and Nonprofits
NTEN
OCTOBER 6, 2010
Based on my informal assessment of attitudes and interest in the NTEN community about open source software, I think there's a significant and growing number of folks and organizations who are either interested in, already using, or even evangelizing open source solutions. Open source projects are now prominent players in middle layer.
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Tech Soup
NOVEMBER 21, 2014
" Opening a Door to the Cloud. To understand if moving some of the organization's core systems to the cloud would be a feasible alternative, he attended a free consultation with Tech Impact's Linda Widdop at the 2014 Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC). " Calculating the Savings.
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Online Community Manager Open Forum
Tech Soup
SEPTEMBER 5, 2012
In a departure from its usual format, the August session of the San Francisco Online Community Meetup was an open forum. As an alternative, create a "freshman lounge" where new members can go to easily find information they need and others who can help them. The topic questions and responses are outlined below.
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How To Embrace Creative Tensions To Solve Tough Problems
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 8, 2022
This new way of thinking means that instead of choosing between alternative poles of paradox, you figure out how to engage both poles simultaneously. As we are faced with dilemmas – choices between seemingly opposing alternatives – we feel compelled to make a decision to feel a sense of control and comfort.
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Gender, Race and Open Source
Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology
JUNE 29, 2007
Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Gender, Race and Open Source June 29, 2007 My session on Free and Open Source software and the US Social Forum went great yesterday. The presentation is available on my wiki (it’s at the bottom.)
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Great News! The 2019 Global NGO Technology Report Has Secured Sponsorship
Nonprofit Tech for Good
OCTOBER 2, 2018
In early August 2018, Nonprofit Tech for Good published an open call for sponsors and after six weeks of interviews, Funraise (located in Long Beach, CA) has been selected as the new sponsor. ” – Meagan Kirkpatrick , Head of Partnerships, IR and Communications, Funraise.
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Strategies For Solving Your Toughest Leadership Problems
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 28, 2022
This new way of thinking means that instead of choosing between alternative poles of paradox, you figure out how to engage both poles simultaneously. As we are faced with dilemmas – choices between seemingly opposing alternatives – we feel compelled to make a decision to feel a sense of control and comfort.
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Save the Children Alternative Gift Catalog: Amazing
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
NOVEMBER 25, 2007
Just adding to the meme of alternative gift giving ideas that Steve Garfield started last week. As with my previous post, this is an open invitation to any shop for a cause or gift the gift of a donation to a charity service or project to leave a comment. What is your favorite alternative gift-giving site or program?
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[ASK AN EXPERT] If Donors Giving From Donor-Advised Funds Want Anonymity, How Do You Cultivate Them?
Bloomerang
JANUARY 19, 2024
For example, if you’re talking with someone who tells you they want to make a pledge, that’s an opening to discuss ways they can give that will offer them personal and financial benefits. One thing you can do is help your donors who may fall into any of these categories set up a DAF.
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How to run a successful hybrid meeting
Candid
JULY 26, 2023
But as offices begin to re-open on a full- or part-time basis, we are left with a meeting landscape that’s somewhere in between being fully in-person or fully online. After adjusting to leveraging technology to connect with our colleagues during the pandemic, meeting in a virtual conference room has become the norm and second nature for many.
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Dear Moby, What does Email Accessibility look like?
Whole Whale
MAY 31, 2023
Provide Alternative Text for Images Include descriptive alternative text (alt text) for images in your emails. Additionally, accessibility can lead to innovation, and open up new markets and opportunities for businesses. a broken arm), and people using different devices (e.g. mobile phones).
Five Tips for Nonprofits to Avoid Virtual Fatigue
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
APRIL 30, 2020
Social anxiety for some because we are opening up our homes, our personal spaces, in professional contexts (although this can be mitigated with the use of background images or being off camera) ( Axios ). Simulate the Office Water Cooler or Open Door Policy. see the photo at the top). These can be useful for 1:1 check-ins. .
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12 Ways to Use ChatGPT and Other AI Tools for Fundraising
Nonprofit Tech for Good
APRIL 2, 2023
Tailoring your messaging for each segment can result in increased engagement and higher email open rates, ultimately leading to more significant impact for your nonprofit. 4) Stewarding and Engaging Donors One of the best things about ChatGPT is its ability to assist with donor stewardship, which is critical to boost donor retention.
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The Value of Project Retrospectives: Project Closure and Lessons Learned
Media Cause
AUGUST 19, 2023
Reflecting on a project allows organizations to identify missed opportunities––such as new products and platforms, untapped audiences, or alternative approaches. During the retrospective, team members come together to assess how well they worked together, identify bottlenecks and pain points, and suggest improvements.
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Email is dead … long live Email?
Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology
DECEMBER 27, 2010
I decided it was time to do a roundup of the discussion and collaboration alternatives that exist at this point. I’m focusing on tools that are free and open source – tools that you would install on your own server, or your own private cloud. 2) Elgg: Elgg is a powerful open source social network tool.
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How the Real Estate Industry Can Benefit from the Shift to Virtual and Hybrid Events
AccelEvents
DECEMBER 3, 2020
However, as businesses continue to seek ways to uphold their revenue and persevere through this complicated time, many industries are turning towards virtual and hybrid events to stay connected and drive revenue through alternative avenues. . One way that the real estate industry can benefit from this shift is through a digital open house.
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Tech Soup
NOVEMBER 21, 2014
" Opening a Door to the Cloud. To understand if moving some of the organization's core systems to the cloud would be a feasible alternative, he attended a free consultation with Tech Impact's Linda Widdop at the 2014 Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC). " Calculating the Savings.
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Inclusion in Action: A Path to Tech Leadership
NTEN
JUNE 19, 2014
For others, it’s about taking a thought leadership position and leveraging that position to speak at prominent tech conferences, or embracing a set of ideals and finding open source alternatives to address your technical needs. digital inclusion equity Leadership tech leadership'
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Leaving Apple Behind
Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology
OCTOBER 11, 2010
There are some tools that our team uses that I need to use that have no Macintosh version or alternative – and collaboration with our team using MS Office tools has become so much smoother. It does feel a bit weird to use Windows sometimes, considering my years as an open source advocate.
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