Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

As a kid, I was saturated by symphony performances and choral music. I’m looking for a place to donate in honor of my mother’s 90 th birthday, and a gift made to the local symphony orchestra in Myrtle Beach seemed like the right thing to do. Do you offer a student membership discount? Fast forward to 2017. Read about it here.

Arts 31

Arts Generation Culture Giving 31

Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

Now that TechSoup’s Local Impact Map has officially launched , let's discover one of great new organizations featured there. They’re now to the point where each student has access to an individual computer workstation during classes. Education Is a Major Nonprofit Activity. All that and she’s also a gifted writer.

Brazil 60

Brazil Map Local San Francisco 60

Tech Soup

MARCH 18, 2013

In a panel hosted by TechSoup, representatives from four arts organizations discussed how they are using social media in new and innovative ways to market the arts. Michael DeLong, senior manager of online community and social media at TechSoup and managing editor at Emerging Arts Professionals , moderated the discussion.

Arts 57

Arts San Francisco Community San Jose 57

Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

Most Jewish nonprofits know that this is the best excuse to come up with punny costumes and read the Megillah, but even if you aren’t an org focused on Judaism, you could team up with a local JCC, synagogue, or Hillel: This is also a holiday where it’s tradition to give back. Buy an hour with Daylight Savings Time… (second Sunday in March).

Ideas 98

Ideas Fundraising Fun Kentucky 98

Qgiv

APRIL 27, 2022

Before you start planning your raffle, make sure you understand what the local gambling laws are in your state. Reaching out to local businesses and artisans to see if they’d be willing to become in-kind sponsors for your event is another way you can collect items for your raffle. What are good raffle prize ideas? Board game basket.

Movie 52

Movie Game Local Gift 52

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. To meet this demand, consider partnering with a local tree farm or nursery to host a Christmas tree or Christmas wreath fundraiser. Balloon raffle.

Ideas 52

Ideas Fundraising Game Fun 52

Have Fun - Do Good

MARCH 5, 2009

For the last several years, Symphony Nova Scotia has been changing children’s lives with music. Through its Education and Community Outreach programs, the Symphony helps bring music into the lives of over 14,000 school children each year - students who may not otherwise have access to a symphony.

Music 42

Music Interview Create Change 42

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 25, 2021

In the Broadway musical “Hamilton,” Alexander Hamilton sings about who he and America are meant to be. For example: If you work in the education sector , you could offer learning opportunities to non-enrolled students. If you’re supporting the arts , you could expand online offerings at accessible price points. Dream bigger. .

Artist 57

Artist Nonprofit Arts America 57

NonProfit Hub

MARCH 20, 2020

As a general trend over the past several years, public schools have seen repeated budget cuts at the federal, state and local levels. Many schools decide to focus on running peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns, in which the students (along with the help of parents and guardians) take on the responsibilities of raising money for their school.

Fundraising 51

Fundraising Student Children Pledge 51

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.

Arts 74

Arts Social Media Examples Artist 74

Bloomerang

AUGUST 2, 2021

For example, I’m on the board of a local theater group, and the executive director’s most recent emailed newsletter was titled “ Theater Nurtures Democracy.” Arts and culture. Music Lessons and Activities for Your Digital Classroom. 8 Ways College Students Can Save the Environment Every Day. Environmental.

Content 127

Content Marketing Strategy Fundraising 127

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.

Ideas 98

Ideas Fundraising Movie Classes 98

Tech Soup

JUNE 4, 2012

I did a post a few weeks ago on youth programs in TechSoup Global's new Local Impact Map and decided I hadn’t covered this resource nearly enough. Our Local Impact Map. It first works with local community people to see what its children need and then tailors programs that are specific to that locale.

Donation 52

Donation Japan Program Benefit 52

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. Many of us are familiar with local businesses sponsoring local sports teams.

Donor 337

Donor Sponsor Accessibility Music 337

Tech Soup

JANUARY 4, 2012

Arts organizations are using mobile technology to help people find. and engage with art in similar ways, as we mentioned in last month's Cool App Roundup: Arts Organization Edition. both offer their students a detailed list of mobile resources, including downloadable apps for specific devices and mobile-friendly.

Library 65

Library North Carolina Movie Mobile 65

Museum 2.0

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

The chairs were cast-off art, reclaimed as art, available for people to take off the hooks and use. What kind of an art institution is this? It encourages process-driven performances and art projects. It takes the kind of risks that a university art gallery should take. Some students folding clothes.

Process 20

Process Share Philadelphia Arts 20

Museum 2.0

SEPTEMBER 26, 2012

Writing my masters thesis for Gothenburg University’s International Museum Studies program while also working four days a week as the Director of Community Programs at the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History this spring was certainly a challenge but also an incredible opportunity.

Museum 49

Museum Program Participatory Community 49

Museum 2.0

JULY 26, 2010

Art spaces masquerading as laundromats and letterpresses. Machine Project is a non-profit storefront arts venue that hosts a dizzying array of eclectic classes, workshops, events, and occasional exhibits. Want some waffles with your art? Skill-sharing free schools. Community science workshops.

Culture 49

Culture Alternative St. Louis Los Angeles 49

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.

Ideas 52

Ideas People Local Classes 52

Museum 2.0

AUGUST 8, 2010

I was fascinated by the project’s innovative approach to collecting, sharing, and connecting people through locally-produced media. Some of the new volunteers are high school students, others are college professors. This Pop Up Library just returned from a folk music festival. They blame it on the general public reading less.

Chicago 48

Chicago Library Public Culture 48

Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 13, 2010

MSI did three things that most organizations don't or can't do when they set up a video contest: They got a TON of local, national, and international press. Music videos. The response to the Month at the Museum was incredible--over 1500 videos submitted in under a month. So many songs written about living in the museum.

Museum 34

Museum Contest Video Chicago 34

Qgiv

DECEMBER 22, 2022

You can also get in contact with any chefs at beloved local restaurants to see if they’d be willing to teach as well. Encouraging kids to read isn’t always easy, but with an added element of competition, you might just turn students into avid bibliophiles! Virtual talent show. Virtual “Around the World” festival.

Ideas 52

Ideas Fundraising Virtual Movie 52

Everyaction

OCTOBER 5, 2016

State/Local / #MCNAC16 / @SmartNonprofits. State/Local. It’ll open with candid stories about the ups and downs of working in social good and close with an afternoon of action and volunteering with local nonprofits. State/Local / #MadisonNonprofitDay / @nonprofitday. State/Local. State/Local. State/Local.

Conference 111

Conference Calendar DC Washington 111

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JULY 22, 2012

I attend Lynchburg College in Lynchburg, Virginia where I am studying music performance. Kelli Lee I recently graduated from Foothill College with an Associated Arts degree in Business Administration and will be attending San Jose State University in the fall. John Pastorius I am from Smithfield, Virginia.

Volunteer 129

Volunteer San Francisco Team San Jose 129

Museum 2.0

AUGUST 3, 2009

The article references connecting with young people via social media, at-risk youth via exhibit co-creation, and urban creatives via public art installations. The student community? The Brooklyn Museum allows skateboarders to use their public outdoor space, much to the chagrin of some locals. Pick a specific community (or two).

Community 22

Community Museum San Diego San Francisco 22

Forum One

MAY 17, 2023

This year, Forum One took home one platinum, four gold, and six silver awards in the categories of cultural, non-profit, science, health, and school/university websites, as well as digital branded content, arts and culture virtual experiences, and family and kids apps and software.

Award 79

Award Museum Kansas City Drupal 79

Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

This idea can also be paired with a number of other fundraising event possibilities like movie nights, lock-ins (for older students), and other childcare activities. Workers (they don’t have to be students!) Team up with local businesses. Teaming up with local businesses and franchises is a fantastic way to do that.

Ideas 98

Ideas Fundraising Fun Money 98

Have Fun - Do Good

JANUARY 25, 2007

I have championed the recent Oakland Food Policy Assessment introduced by some amazing grad students at Cal, which lays out a very clear, thorough, and utterly achievable road map for food security in Oakland. Its general premise is to arrive at a point where 30% of Oakland's consumed agricultural products are grown locally.

Green 41

Green Oakland Oklahoma Los Angeles 41

Forum One

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The new American Jazz Museum brand positions the museum to be a beacon of rich history and vibrancy for the community and neighborhood and attract audiences from around the country to experience music from a range of eras and artists. Forum One partnered with the Museum to launch their new brand to the world. Endowed by Dr. Ruth J.

Celebrate 67

Celebrate Award Colorado Museum 67

Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 17, 2012

provides a 12-week afterschool program and 4-month paid apprenticeship wellness program for low-income high school students. Leslie Neal | ArtSpring | Arts for Incarcerated Women | Homestead, FL ArtSpring uses educational arts programming for developing self-growth and effective life skills for incarcerated women, men and youth.

San Francisco 79

San Francisco Portland Wisconsin Homeless 79

Forum One

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The new American Jazz Museum brand positions the museum to be a beacon of rich history and vibrancy for the community and neighborhood and attract audiences from around the country to experience music from a range of eras and artists. We partnered with the Museum to launch their new brand to the world. Endowed by Dr. Ruth J.

Celebrate 46

Celebrate Award Colorado Museum 46

Museum 2.0

APRIL 18, 2012

At the adjacent table, my colleague Stacey Garcia was meeting with a local artist, Kyle Lane-McKinley, to talk about an upcoming project. We deliberately partner with diverse groups for single events--for example, a February music event had a main stage lineup that jumped from ukelele singalong to opera to hawaiian dance to rock.

Community 42

Community Teen Build Social 42

Bloomerang

AUGUST 6, 2021

That is true art and science of fundraising. All my students are my favorite. I’m just going to share my students,” because they do these things better than I could do them. . We can have the prettiest of things, of the prettiest music. How did your students overcome that? Now, show your love.

Video 112

Video Children Donor Survey 112

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Or something you know about them that you maybe you just saw them at an art gallery or something like that. And then once in a while, we put together a Flickr album, and we send it to them with music behind it and a thank-you. Student, thank-yous, yes, oh, my god. But having students deliver cookies, that was mentioned too.

Money 99

Money Personal Relationship Raise 99

Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 28, 2007

I've now documented women's lives in 40 countries, over the past 10 or 12 years, and everywhere I went, I found women who were helping each other, local women. They were using music, dance, poetry, and storytelling, and they were succeeding. Can you talk a little bit about why they used arts, and why it was an effective tool?

Photography 40

Photography Interview Zimbabwe Change 40