Arts, Calendar, Music and Nonprofit

Non-Traditional Giving Days for Your Next Fundraiser

The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 8, 2022

There’s a certain yearly cadence to nonprofit fundraising. Apart from raising emergency funds, many nonprofits rely on #GivingTuesday and end-of-year giving to generate the bulk of their individual donations. 15th : World Art Day — #WorldArtDay. But you know that your need for funds is year-round.

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Giving Fundraising Calendar Brain

Celebrate, Educate, and Fundraise: Planning Winning AAPI Heritage Month Events

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 Art of Celebration: Showcasing AAPI Cultural Richness Incorporating cultural performances and art displays is a great way to bring the essence of AAPI heritage to life at your event.

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37 Spring Fundraising Ideas for Small Nonprofits

Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

And because we love rapid ideation and an excuse for a fundraiser here at Whole Whale, we’ve put together over 30 fun nonprofit fundraising ideas for you to spring into this season. 37 Spring Fundraising Ideas for Small Nonprofits Click To Tweet. Fox Foundation’s, Team Fox young professionals have made these events into a fine art.

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33 Fun, Useful, and Totally Random Resources for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2011

The number of low-cost or free, web-based resources and tools available to nonprofits today is astounding. A social search tool that allows you to easily track mentions of your nonprofit on social networking sites, blogs, and websites. Be to search for your nonprofit to know how and where your brand is buzzing in the blogosphere!

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Fun Resource Audio Stats

Let’s Connect at 2012 SXSW

Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

Happy Hour from 3-6: Get your afternoon buzz on with snacks, beer, and live music to benefit Sweet Relief Musicians Fundsponsored by Salsa. Daily Musings in the Lounge include: Photo Gallery from PhotoPhilanthropy – browse art that drives action for social change. Sketchnotes by Mike Rhode. NTEN Meetup in the Beacon Lounge.

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Austin Colorado NTEN Convio

Empowering Low-Income Families to Create Prosperity: Interview with Ben Mangan

Have Fun - Do Good

DECEMBER 14, 2011

Ben Mangan, EARN Ben Mangan is the President, CEO, and Co-Founder of the nonprofit, EARN. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Vassar College (which is how I know him), and a Master of Public Policy from Harvard University's Kennedy School. 11: Blogging for Writers (Berkeley, CA) Music: "Mango Delight," by Kenya Masala.

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Interview Kenya Create Lecture

The 2016 - 2017 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar

Everyaction

OCTOBER 5, 2016

Thousands of nonprofit pros rely on our annual Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar to discover skill-building, strategy-slaying, network-enhancing nonprofit events. We've scoured the nonprofit-sphere for high-quality conferences, both large and small, broad and specialized, here in the U.S. Nonprofit Management.

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Conference Calendar DC Washington

Your Official 17NTC Local's Guide to DC

EveryAction

MARCH 2, 2017

We're just a few weeks away from one of the most highly-anticipated nonprofit conferences of the year and, seeing as it will be hosted in Washington, DC, our team wanted to share some favorite local spots to eat, drink, and enjoy the sights while visiting for 17NTC. Check out the local art that is featured regularly. The Dabney.

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DC Local Guide Museum

Giving up, a little

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 6, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Giving up, a little August 6, 2007 As you might know, I migrated from using a MacBook Pro laptop as my primary desktop, to eating my own dogfood, as it were, and using Ubuntu Linux as my primary desktop.

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Ubuntu Giving Open Source Calendar

Connect with NTEN at SXSW

NTEN

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

NTEN Meetup in the Beacon Lounge Mark your calendars for Monday, March 12th, at 11 am for the NTEN meetup in the Lounge. Check out the detailed schedule of events and follow @thebeaconsxsw for updates. And, yes, there will be prizes. Get the full details and reserve your spot today!

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NTEN Austin Colorado Convio

Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants: Nonprofit Data Management

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 12, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants: Nonprofit Data Management March 12, 2007 As you know, nonprofit data management has been a really important issue for me for a long time.

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Consultant Data Management Open Source

Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants: Nonprofit Data Management

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 12, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants: Nonprofit Data Management March 12, 2007 As you know, nonprofit data management has been a really important issue for me for a long time.

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Consultant Data Management Open Source

150+ Creative Ways to Show Donors Appreciation

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

By Sean Kosofsky , is the Nonprofit Fixer and founder of Mind the Gap Consulting. Nonprofit organizations have a lot of challenges relating to fundraising. Nonprofits need every tool possible to entice donors to join and then stick around for years. Download 54 Ways to Skyrocket Your Nonprofit Email List ! Get creative.

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Donor Sponsor Accessibility Music

Free and open source tool #1: Thunderbird

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 3, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and open source tool #1: Thunderbird January 3, 2008 Before the holidays, I promised that I’d do 100 posts this year on free and open source tools. Be Helpful.

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Open Source Open Tools Free

Linux ready for the desktop?

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 9, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Linux ready for the desktop? Now the ugly: If you are used to integration between your email, calendar and addressbook, there is only one option (Novell Evolution) and it is not very good.

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Ubuntu Open Source Calendar Integration

Reaping the Benefit of Open Platforms

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 6, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Reaping the Benefit of Open Platforms September 6, 2007 One of the cool things about free and open source software is that often (not always, but often) they provide an open platform for add-ons.

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Platform Benefit Open Open Source

What are learning platforms?

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 19, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology What are learning platforms? Nonprofits have become intimately familiar with Content Management Systems (CMS). I’m honored and happy to be contributing blog posts there. Be Helpful.

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Frustrations

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 9, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Frustrations March 9, 2008 As some of you who follow me on Twitter know, I ran into frustrations a few days ago with WPA. Plugged it in, and it just worked. Directories were shared. Be Helpful.

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Open Source Ubuntu Music Course

My wish for Web 2.5

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 28, 2006

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology My wish for Web 2.5 land are either using iCal, or integrating with Google Calendar (my present calendaring software). So that’s good. And it’s one way. Be Helpful.

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Diversify Your Year-End Campaigns: How To Be Mindful And Inclusive Of Cultural Traditions

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 12, 2022

For the majority of nonprofits the last quarter of the year makes the majority of the year’s revenue. This isn’t to underplay Christmas’s role but to include the other moments of the fall and winter calendar which are culturally significant to minorities within our potential donor pool. Why is this? There are 7.5

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Culture Mind Campaign Saba

Nonprofit Event Planning: A 12-Step Guide to Success

Neon CRM

APRIL 27, 2023

Holding events is a great way for nonprofits to raise money, engage constituents, and raise their profile. And if you don’t have a solid event planning strategy in place, your nonprofit’s next gala, fundraiser, or walkathon could end up costing you more in time, energy, and money than what your event ends up raising. Let’s get started!

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Guide Nonprofit Volunteer Hosting

Why is multi-channel marketing important for nonprofit fundraising?

Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

Why is it important for nonprofits? They are in one or many channels and your job as a nonprofit marketer is to deliver the right message to them at the right time—ultimately convincing them to spend their attention, time, and money with you. We hope you find their advice for nonprofit multi-channel marketing helpful!

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End-of-Year Giving: 21 Best Practices for a Great Campaign

Qgiv

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The final months of the calendar year bring out the best in all of us. This is why so many people like to give to their favorite nonprofits during the end-of-year giving season. However, end-of-year giving can sneak up on nonprofits that don’t have a plan. Why is an end-of-year giving plan important for nonprofits?

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Campaign Practice Giving Social Media

111 Low-Cost or Free OnlineTools for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 28, 2013

The number of low-cost or free online resources and tools available to nonprofits today is astounding. Many nonprofit professionals are overwhelmed by the all choices and as mobile media continues to grow, prepare to be mind-boggled by all the new technology options that will be available to your nonprofit in coming years.

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Free Mobile Nonprofit Map

More on Facebook

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 17, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology More on Facebook July 17, 2007 Michelle Martin has a great post this week on Facebook. » Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology 08.07.07 Will it help my work with clients?

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Facebook Open Source Social Network Linkedin

100 Low-Cost or Free Web-Based Tools for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 8, 2013

The number of low-cost or free, web-based resources and tools available to nonprofits today is astounding. Many nonprofit professionals are overwhelmed by the all choices and as the Mobile Web and related start-ups continue to grow, prepare to be mind-boggled by all the new technology options available to your nonprofit in coming years.

Web

Web Tools Free Mobile

85 Low-Cost or Free Web-Based Tools for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 27, 2012

The number of low-cost or free, web-based resources and tools available to nonprofits today is astounding. Many nonprofit professionals are overwhelmed by the all choices – and as the Mobile Web and related start-ups continue to grow, prepare to be mind-boggled by all the new technology options available to your nonprofit in coming years.

Web

Web Tools Free Mobile

300 More Email Subject Lines from End of Year Fundraising

Connection Cafe

JANUARY 1, 2014

I analyzed 320 email messages sent to me from 55 nonprofit organizations between December 1st and 31st, 2013. Most nonprofits in the analysis followed a pattern of sending most emails between Tuesday and Thursday throughout December. There were 22 nonprofit organizations that sent 24 email messages on #GivingTuesday.

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[VIDEO] Emerging Trends in Nonprofit Social Media Marketing

Bloomerang

APRIL 2, 2021

We are here to talk about the next wave, what are those emerging trends in nonprofit social media marketing. We’re going to talk about Emerging Trends in Nonprofit Social Media Marketing. So what are some specific trends that are going to shape nonprofit communications in 2021? So going to be a cool one for sure.

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Social Media Trend Video Marketing

82 Free or Low-Cost Online Tools & Mobile Apps for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 13, 2018

The number of low-cost or free apps and online tools available to nonprofits today is astounding. Provided you set aside the time to explore and experiment, your nonprofit can use the apps and tools listed below to significantly improve your web and email communications and your social media campaigns. Social Media. Photo Editing.

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Mobile Tools Free Online

Nonprofit Technology

Non-Traditional Giving Days for Your Next Fundraiser

Celebrate, Educate, and Fundraise: Planning Winning AAPI Heritage Month Events

Trending Sources

37 Spring Fundraising Ideas for Small Nonprofits

33 Fun, Useful, and Totally Random Resources for Nonprofits

Let’s Connect at 2012 SXSW

Empowering Low-Income Families to Create Prosperity: Interview with Ben Mangan

The 2016 - 2017 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar

Your Official 17NTC Local's Guide to DC

Giving up, a little

Connect with NTEN at SXSW

Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants: Nonprofit Data Management

Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants: Nonprofit Data Management

150+ Creative Ways to Show Donors Appreciation

Free and open source tool #1: Thunderbird

Linux ready for the desktop?

Reaping the Benefit of Open Platforms

What are learning platforms?

Frustrations

My wish for Web 2.5

Diversify Your Year-End Campaigns: How To Be Mindful And Inclusive Of Cultural Traditions

Nonprofit Event Planning: A 12-Step Guide to Success

Why is multi-channel marketing important for nonprofit fundraising?

End-of-Year Giving: 21 Best Practices for a Great Campaign

111 Low-Cost or Free OnlineTools for Nonprofits

More on Facebook

100 Low-Cost or Free Web-Based Tools for Nonprofits

85 Low-Cost or Free Web-Based Tools for Nonprofits

300 More Email Subject Lines from End of Year Fundraising

[VIDEO] Emerging Trends in Nonprofit Social Media Marketing

82 Free or Low-Cost Online Tools & Mobile Apps for Nonprofits

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