Have Fun - Do Good

MARCH 7, 2011

The fifth guest blogger in my Have Fun, Do Good series is Emily Goligoski. I found a studio with the right mix of music, intensity, and spirituality soon after moving to SF and quickly found myself hooked (though still rolling up my mat early). Emily is a w riter and digital strategist who blogs as TheSanFranista.

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Qgiv

MAY 13, 2021

Another hybrid fundraising idea designed with kids in mind is a hybrid video game event. Many kids love playing games, so an event like this is perfect for family-friendly fun that also raises funds for your youth development organization. Tournament attendees can join in the fun online or at the in-person event.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Auctions are a classic fundraising event that can not only raise an impressive amount of money but also provide your supporters with a much needed night of fun. Whether you choose the Roaring 20’s or want to host an 80’s event, decade-themed fundraising auctions are some of the most fun occasions to both plan and attend.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 15, 2019

Members at AFH are encouraged to participate in a wide range of activities like cooking, art class or going out into the community. I was hired as the creative activities coordinator, in charge of creating three programs for our members: art, music and physical fitness. AFH has three locations: Maricopa, Casa Grande and Phoenix.

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Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 11, 2010

The twelfth guest blogger in my have fun do good series series is Heather Meyer. How I Have Fun, Do Good As a child, I remember literally throwing myself around full-force without thinking too much about the consequences; I had plenty of bruises to show for it. As a child, having fun was an easy, natural way of being.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 23, 2008

I'm prepping for a workshop on Social Media and wanted do a round up of recent compelling examples of arts organizations using social media strategies and tools. I've covered arts organizations and social media here and there over the past three years and last winter co-wrote a cover story article with Rebecca Krause-Hardie for ArtsReach.

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Byte Technology

DECEMBER 10, 2015

Companies and corporations large and small have rolled out some truly extraordinary things, from changing what we pay for our cellphone plans to apps that make our lives easier or just more fun. The post The Year in Review: The Best Tech Stories of 2015 appeared first on Byte Technology’s Nonprofit Web Design Insights Blog.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

With a youth-oriented fundraiser, you can raise money for educational trips, sports equipment, classroom supplies, art supplies, musical instruments, or any other cause. For a fun twist the kids are sure to appreciate, turn your car wash into a dog wash for the furry friends in your community! Candygrams. Restaurant night.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

For example, if you join a modern art museum, there is a good chance you won’t have to pay admission to other modern art museums. Creative stuff: Things unique to your organization including the ability to create art, music, poetry, dance, etc. Does anyone carve, knit, sew or create t-shirts… or fun food?

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Qgiv

APRIL 27, 2022

Designate a specific time for your raffle drawing, or if you want to keep donors engaged throughout the night, try drawing raffle tickets at various times to give away multiple prizes at a time. Interior designer consultation. Give your lucky donors the opportunity to win a nice home refresh with an interior design consultation.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Activities are designed to support organizational wellness for greater productivity and morale boosts. When identifying and designing activities for the workplace, it is important to understand: “What’s in it for me” or the value proposition for staff. Random fun from the IFYC “giddy committee.”.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

After years of staging events, you may feel like there’s nothing you haven’t covered, from art auctions to wine tastings to trivia nights. Here are some to consider: Art: Art auctions serve a valuable purpose because they don’t just raise funds, they also spread awareness and appreciation of the works being auctioned.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

However, that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the fun. Participants may improve their painting abilities, try their hand at some knitting, or do whatever other sort of art they like without having to leave the comfort of their own home. 15) Brand design contests. 7) Shopping. 10) Hybrid concerts.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Peer-to-Peer Events Arts & Culture Events Community Events Educational Events Events for Grown-Ups Events for Kids & Families Nonprofit Peer-to-Peer Events Peer-to-peer events raise funds and generate buzz by having your supporters and participants get their networks involved in your event. Foot Race These are a classic of the genre.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Now is the time to take a good look at your plans for the final months of the year and find a fun, unique fall fundraiser that will make you and your donors feel comfortable and supported. To make it even more fun, consider having a local celebrity (i.e. Poncey Highland Community Garden. come judge the contest.

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Museum 2.0

MARCH 27, 2009

This week, the Denver Art Museum (DAM) opened a new temporary exhibition called The Psychedelic Experience , featuring rock posters from San Francisco in the heyday of Bill Graham and electric kool-aid. It’s a thrilling challenge to the traditional form of art museum exhibit design, and better yet, visitors like it.

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Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 24, 2012

That's all fabulous, but it's also all by design. And when I think back on the past year, some of the most magical things that have happened at the museum have NOT been designed by us. Riding the art couch through downtown Santa Cruz with two visitors and a dog while blasting the Jackson 5 was one of the highlights of my year.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 5, 2006

Ten or eleven years ago, when I was learning HTML and Web site creation (in the very early days) and teaching arts organizations, I always started with an exercise called " Critical Browsing." " Basically, looking at lots of web pages and analyzing/evaluating their design, navigation, and other criteria. Instructional.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 27, 2010

I had sooo much fun creating and delivering it. What: The art of social instructional design. Here's some reflections on the Webinar: Overcoming the Strawberry Jam Problem With Social Design. We had similar spread for those having experience designing and delivering trainings. I think you can design around it.

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Museum 2.0

SEPTEMBER 20, 2011

Race Through Time was designed specifically for this audience of 30 and 40-somethings looking for fun social events with a Santa Cruz bent. Everything about the event--from the time slot to the tone of the content to the music played--was designed for that audience.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 31, 2015

" As a mother of eight, including two children with special needs, Carr knew that "families with children that have special needs often can't afford basic programs such as sports, arts, dance lessons, or other services that many families take for granted. Birth of Dreams: Creative Expression for Kids.

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Museum 2.0

AUGUST 3, 2007

He notes that film, music, visual art, and literature have evolved as media that are used in all kinds of environments, from the mundane to the profound. Talking about educational games, he discusses the way that "educational" is always pitted against "fun," as if all games must have the primary objective of providing enjoyment.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 30, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Varied and sundry before a brief break August 30, 2007 I’m taking a brief 4 day weekend – not that it would be that noticeable on this blog, since I don’t always post consistently.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 2, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology March Blogtipping March 2, 2007 I’m folllowing Kivi on the NPBlogtipping bandwagon. I like the design of Ed’s blog as well. I think it’s a great idea, although I’m one day late.

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Have Fun - Do Good

MAY 15, 2009

I particularly liked her January 25, 2009 interview with Leigh Standley , creator of Curly Girl Design (maybe that's because I am a curly girl myself!). Listen/subscribe on iTunes If you want to find podcasts to keep you company, search on the iTunes Music Store, or on one of BlogTalkRadio's Top 5 Podcast Directories.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 22, 2022

All you need for a strong online fundraising campaign is a well-designed donation form , a comprehensive marketing plan, and cohesive messaging and you’re off to the races! If you’re planning a 5K, fun run, or walk, you can give your participants the option to complete the event in their own time rather than having to set aside a single day.

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Museum 2.0

JUNE 6, 2008

On June 4, we opened The Tech Virtual Test Zone , a new 2000 sq ft gallery at The Tech Museum of Innovation featuring exhibits on the theme of art, film, and music that were originally developed in Second Life by a community of creative amateurs. We shrunk the exhibit design process (concept to floor) from 2 years to five months.

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Museum 2.0

JUNE 2, 2008

On June 4, the physical prototypes hit the floor of The Tech and the real fun (and analysis) begins. Are community-driven design techniques viable for all kinds of exhibitions (and institutions)? I don't think I always made the right choices about how to respect, support, and foster the creative abilities of our community designers.

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Have Fun - Do Good

SEPTEMBER 6, 2006

We are looking for original clothing designs, photographs, film, essays and more. These months are all about exploring the different ways we shape our identity (express ourselves), whether it be through our culture, the music we listen to, or the clothes we wear. Send us your answers to these questions and your work.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

OCTOBER 10, 2006

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Metaphors October 10, 2006 I’m a fan of metaphors. at 7:31 am Michelle — this will be a fun conversation!! (Is, Metaphors are powerful in terms of the way we think about things.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JUNE 24, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Linux desktops? And, of course, designers need software that just don’t have high enough quality open source alternatives yet. As Linus said: Have a lot of fun. 2 ThomasT 06.24.08

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Museum 2.0

MARCH 8, 2010

It may be a fun plaything for people who like to provoke and be provoked. I could imagine having a great time on videochat debating the merits of a piece of art with a stranger, trying to solve a puzzle together, talking about a news event, or sharing stories. Now let's go out and design something better to prove them wrong.

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Museum 2.0

DECEMBER 11, 2007

We don't have traditional designer/developers on staff; instead, we have a team facilitating this process and liaising between project participants and fabrication staff to develop these virtual ideas into physical reality. To be eligible for the prize, your exhibit must be on the theme of "Art, Film, Music & Technology."

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Museum 2.0

JULY 27, 2009

I’ve long admired Improv Everywhere , the NYC-based participatory public art group. The recording starts with two and a half minutes of music without talking. He could easily make fun of the (likely many) people who can’t identify the direction of Nicaragua. After giving you a few seconds, Steve always says, “good.”

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

If you’re looking for a creative, fun fundraising idea to engage supporters and boost your funding, you’ve come to the right place! Cornhole tournament – Host a fun cornhole tournament for your peer-to-peer participants and have them fundraise among their friends and family beforehand.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Here are 31 fun, unique fundraising ideas that will support your programs without exhausting your members. Youth Group Fundraising Ideas Small Church Fundraising Ideas Easy Church Fundraising Event Ideas Fundraising Ideas for the Church Choir Fundraising Ideas for Your Church Building Fund Fun Church Fundraising Ideas. A cook-off.

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Museum 2.0

MAY 16, 2007

The irritating design? Imagine a music store where each CD lists the names of the last 20 people to pick it up, and what those people ultimately bought. I can just imagine the headline: CHILD MOLESTERS CALL ON ART, VICTIMS. Why should the staff have all the fun in this way? The bizarre obsession with "adding" friends?

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