Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Written by Findjoo , this is the first post in a series of three about best practices in digital marketing and fundraising for membership organizations and associations. Running an organization can be a big challenge. Because of this, many organizations turn to Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software. Easy To Learn.

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AccelEvents

JULY 16, 2021

In the first quarter of 2021, Accelevents became certified to be a SOC 2 Type 1 compliant organization. During the Type 1 audit, businesses are evaluated on their hiring and data management systems, and the SOC 2 auditors determine if their design meets the trust principles. We are very excited about this huge accomplishment.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Here’s the good news: with preparation and a pulse on the right data and information, it is possible to get a handle on the task and get a big picture of your organization’s needs. Below is a list of processes and procedures you can take to prepare yourself and your organization to start your website build or redesign on a solid footing.

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sgEngage

APRIL 2, 2024

And salaries in many nonprofit organizations can’t compete with the for-profit sector. According to The Council of Nonprofits 2023 Nonprofit Workforce Survey , almost three quarters of nonprofits that completed the survey have current openings at their organization.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Receiving requests for funding can be both a crucial and frustrating part of being a grantmaking organization. You want applications from organizations that align to your mission, but the frequency of the requests can easily bog down your processes if you aren’t careful. And what is the workflow once an application is received?

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sgEngage

APRIL 2, 2024

If you are a grant-funded organization, it will be important to manage spending restrictions and meet reporting requirements. Fund accounting systems with grant management can help you from beginning to end if you are a grant-funded organization—or want to be. Tracking: Cut Out the Spreadsheets!

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Forum One

APRIL 30, 2024

The introduction of Retrieval-Augmented Generation, or RAG, now allows AI applications to enhance the capabilities of machine learning models by integrating them with a retrieval component. However, developing these conversational AI applications in a robust, scalable, and efficient way is no easy task.

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sgEngage

MAY 15, 2024

In early 2022, the Center for Disaster Philanthropy began an organization-wide grants change management review. These were the top three things we implemented based on our findings: Simplified our application: We cut down on the number of questions we asked by eliminating redundant ones and stuck to only what was needed for funding decisions.

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sgEngage

APRIL 26, 2024

In recent years, relationships between nonprofit organizations and their auditors have seen positive change. Audit firms have now, however, transitioned to long-term partners, particularly for nonprofits contemplating transformative system or operational changes.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 30, 2019

We’ve all heard about blockchain, or at least its most famous application – bitcoin. With a distributed system a majority of database nodes would have to be hacked simultaneously for any records to be changed. As a database platform, a blockchain can support a range of applications, of which bitcoin is only one.

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Bloomerang

MAY 19, 2023

Grants can be a wonderful vehicle to fund a new program or expand an existing one; however, if your organization is new to the “grant world,” you may be unfamiliar with the work involved with both applying and managing grants. Is that the case with your organization? Do you have a well-defined mission statement?

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Candid

APRIL 24, 2024

Imagine a world in which philanthropy professionals are focused on improving their practices to transform philanthropy through centering communities, lightening the burden on nonprofit organizations, and holding themselves accountable to their values. Candid helps us to be transparent and accountable to our community,” Dickenson said.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

For those familiar with the process, developing an application for any type of financial support (grants, corporate sponsorship , contract, etc.) Are you addressing each of these components in your narrative (and attachment documentation)? requires preparation, strategic thinking, technical writing, and research skills.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Watson’s first commercial application was more serious. Chatting is efficient, it’s convenient, and your organization can have a written record of the conversation as well as analytics regarding the interactions. Members with technical questions can get documented responses quickly. and in 2011 won a $1 million prize!

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

In addition to the challenges inherent to any nonprofit mission, these organizations and their personnel must often work in areas with poor security and limited resources. We believe that technology systems intended to be used in fragile environments must be “protective by design,” and seek from the outset to minimize the risk of harm.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Create an Operating Reserve Fund (or Review Your Policy) An operating reserve is a crucial part of creating a strong financial foundation for your organization. Like an emergency fund for your organization, an operating reserve allows you time to make data-driven decisions instead of having to react immediately.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

These scenarios happen all the time and can be incredibly frustrating for IT managers, especially when your current tech stack already has a similar tool—which the colleague has forgotten about or never completed training on—or the suggested software cannot integrate properly with your other systems. That is when innovation creep sets in.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The importance of cybersecurity for nonprofits can’t be overstated, and your organization is not immune to the constantly evolving cyber threats that come with sharing information through the internet. Because nonprofits run off of donations, many organizations also have limited access to IT support.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Keep reading this Ultimate Guide to Accounting Software for Nonprofits to learn what makes accounting for nonprofits unique and get tips on choosing the best accounting software for your organization. Churches and faith-based organizations also fall under the category of nonprofits. How are Nonprofit’s Financial Goals Different?

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sgEngage

JUNE 9, 2023

Table of Contents Grant Lifecycle Who Handles Grant Management for Grantmaking Organizations? Pre-Award Stage Generating Grant Guidelines Developing grant guidelines requires creating a comprehensive outline of the grant’s objectives, eligibility requirements, application procedure, and evaluation metrics.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 28, 2020

Your association management software (AMS) is the technology that helps your organization manage its membership and operations, so you can imagine how important it is for your staff to confidently utilize the system to its fullest. Nimble AMS Help site , which offers searchable product documentation.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 19, 2023

Create an Operating Reserve Fund (or Review Your Policy) An operating reserve is a crucial part of creating a strong financial foundation for your organization. Like an emergency fund for your organization, an operating reserve allows you time to make data-driven decisions instead of having to react immediately.

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Foundation Build Fund Review 80

Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Volunteers are integral to nonprofit organizations’ day-to-day operations. Volunteer management software is a tool that nonprofits can use to better organize their volunteers by handling everything from scheduling to ongoing communication. What is a volunteer management system?

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 1, 2022

The application process is an organization’s first real look at how you work with grantees. It’s also your chance as a foundation to see if this organization is a good fit for your program. Organization Background and Experience. Financial Health of the Nonprofit Organization. Program Partners. Program Description.

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Candid

MARCH 1, 2022

And in longer government proposals, sometimes it seems like you have to answer the same question twice right in the same application! So, what’s the best way to stay organized while keeping your content fresh? So here are three tips for staying organized while keeping your proposal content fresh. I know, I’ve been there!

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sgEngage

MAY 27, 2022

But implementing automated processes can help you ensure consistent controls and set your organization up for growth. With a clear understanding of what business process automation means to your nonprofit, you can identify ways to save time on your fund accounting management and increase efficiency across your organization. Automation.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 7, 2022

These apps help staff in ways both small and large, automating tasks, consolidating information and systems, and more closely integrating systems with Nimble AMS and Salesforce. Report Sender is an application to download and share Salesforce reports with Salesforce and non-Salesforce users. Nimble Communities .

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 16, 2024

These professionals have the expertise necessary to set up your accounting system and work with you on nearly any aspect of financial management. For now, let’s dive in with an overview of how nonprofit accounting is different from that of for-profit organizations. The core of nonprofit accounting is accountability.

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Association Analytics

JANUARY 8, 2024

This is an approach you can take pretty easily with the systems, tools and staff you already have in place. You’re probably already asking for this data on your application forms, in surveys and during event registration. documentation will come in handy. This is considered an explicit data collection method.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Some think it simply means that an application can be accessed through a web browser. Most AMS systems promoted as running “in the cloud” were originally designed to run on premises. The vendors selling these systems usually do not host, manage, or maintain these “cloud” AMS solutions. That simply isn’t the case.

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Whole Whale

JUNE 29, 2022

This document ensures that everyone in an organization is on the same page when it comes to using language in a way that is respectful and accurate. A style guide is a document that provides standards for writing and speaking. Not every organization needs a style guide. What is a style guide?

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Forum One

MARCH 24, 2021

You may be trying to organize all your systems and applications within your organization but not be 100% certain how to approach it. A digital ecosystem map allows organizations to measure their footprint and make sure they are making the most for their operational budget. Why does this matter?

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The Modern Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Automation and artificial intelligence (AI) have emerged as potent tools in revolutionizing how organizations operate, driving efficiency, and enabling more significant impacts with less effort. AI: More Than Just a Buzzword AI is often seen as a buzzword, but its practical applications are tangible and transformative.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 19, 2023

Create an Operating Reserve Fund (or Review Your Policy) An operating reserve is a crucial part of creating a strong financial foundation for your organization. Like an emergency fund for your organization, an operating reserve allows you time to make data-driven decisions instead of having to react immediately.

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Foundation Build Fund Review 52

DNL OmniMedia

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Through the Salesforce AppExchange , nonprofits can access a vast ecosystem of pre-built applications and integrations that extend the functionality of their CRM. Is my organization ready to implement Salesforce for Nonprofits? Analysis: Review the data that will be migrated, refine plans, and document next steps.

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Consultant Nonprofit Integration Review 52

Cloud 4 Good

MARCH 30, 2021

These assumptions can carry serious consequences in organizations managing large amounts of personally identifiable information (PII), such as hospital foundations, even if they are not directly responsible for sourcing the patient information.

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Cloud 4 Good

MAY 17, 2022

LSU Online needed a way to track students from the application process to admittance and everything in between to scale the program. Prior to implementing Salesforce, LSU Online didn’t have robust technology, instead using a combination of documents, spreadsheets, and ad hoc databases to manage and track its students. “We

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