Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 24, 2013

Yesterday, this tweet from Howard Rheingold, author of NetSmart got my attention! It is a simple, elegant way to train your attention while working online to keep mindful how you are spending your time. As he says in his book, your attention is one of your most available assets. ” (Note: I created a list.ly

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3rd Sector Labs

JUNE 30, 2014

Less than 5% of the advice focused on technology and/or data. So far in 2014, Third Sector Labs has run a number of webinars focused on topics such as fundraising strategies, technology, donor data, and donor retention. 100% rely on 3 or more technology systems to conduct their campaigns. Technology is compounding the problem.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

There's a lot of talk about artificial intelligence, technology, machine learning and artificial general intelligence. Hopefully, you're paying some attention. If you don't, then you might just be the person whose job gets taken over by AI. So, should you be worried?

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Byte Technology

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Or more specifically, a plugin that highlights your “popular posts” and gives readers a little help by highlighting what has gotten the most attention and simplifying finding such material. The post Center of Attention: Some Great Plugins for Popular Posts appeared first on Byte Technology’s Web Design Insights Blog.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 19, 2012

LinkedIn users will be paying more attention to the both the “Home” news feed and “Companies” news feed in coming months so it’s definitely a good time to get more active on LinkedIn. Mobile Technology and Mobile Fundraising LinkedIn Group. HOW TO: Claim Your Nonprofit’s Company Page on LinkedIn.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

At Benetech, we advance technology applications that empower and protect underprivileged populations, and that also have the potential to become financially self-sustaining enterprises. The typical incubator model works well where a team has formed around a technology innovation and is looking to graduate a for-profit company.

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Byte Technology

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

As Colling notes, getting attention online is less about driving donors and supporters to your website than it is about having them take actions—signing up for a newsletter, volunteering etc.—directly directly from a social media site.

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NTEN

JULY 27, 2021

A complete technology transformation, when done right, will transform every piece of your organization almost unimaginably for the better. We see the effects of this daily, working with ambitious organizations of different types and sizes to reach a new level of competence (and eventually excellence) with their technology.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 13, 2015

I just finished reading the National Education Technology Plan , and I can recommend it to anyone interested in the future of technology in American education. I found the explanations good, and the first part of the plan is well worth reading to understand some of the trends in educational applications of technology.

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Candid

MARCH 7, 2024

Technology facilitates our ability to work from home. Working from home also means that we have twice as many demands on our attention at the same time. Taking a few minutes to meditate or journal at the beginning or end of the workday can also help shift your attention from one area of life to the next.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

By Rob Leighton , Executive Director and Founder at iMission Institute – a social sector marketing agency and technology consulting firm specializing in helping nonprofits raise more money, fire up engagement, and streamline work. About the Sponsor iMission is a social sector marketing agency and a nonprofit technology consulting firm.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 8, 2020

While the majority of nonprofits are using technology to increase donations, it is not always being utilized efficiently and successfully. Technology, in all facets, is ever changing and will continue to grow as an influencer on nonprofit fundraising efforts. The first is that social media is a small donor platform.

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Byte Technology

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

The higher visibility your page gets in search results, the greater your possibility to draw the attention of potential customers to your business. At Byte Technology, we can help you optimize online strategies that encourage customer engagement. The post Understanding Search Engine Optimization appeared first on Byte Technology.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Actually, they are triplets because Microsoft has a bot named Bing, who receives less attention. But it is also a more complex process, which you might defer until you have a better understanding of the technology. An article from Hospitality Technology describes Rose like this. Check Bing out. There are two types of chatbots.

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sgEngage

APRIL 17, 2024

We sometimes forget that IT stands for Information Technology. As a society, we have become obsessed with the “Technology” half the tools and devices that infiltrate our lives—and with producing, updating, and controlling these devices. Why pay attention to data? Data is valuable! Data gives us context. That’s okay!

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DNL OmniMedia

JANUARY 15, 2021

Many nonprofits have relied on technology as a crucial aspect of standing out from the crowd, connecting with donors, and raising the needed donations to further their cause. That’s where a nonprofit technology assessment comes into play. That’s where a nonprofit technology assessment comes into play. So, let’s dive in!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 8, 2015

In a world where attention spans are waning, the ability to communicate a message succinctly and on camera is a very valuable skill. That said, this year’s Nonprofit Technology Conference ( view on Storify ) produced sixteen Instagram videos in response to the question: What is your number one piece of nonprofit technology advice?

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John Kenyon

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Marnie Webb, CEO at Caravan Studios, recently asked nonprofit tech folks via Twitter “I’m giving a talk on the next wave of technology for NGOs. What groups of technology would you include? ” I think Marnie was asking about tools or technologies, like Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 3, 2011

This year, for the first time, IDPD is commemorated with supporting sub-themes (see the full list here ), to draw attention to key issues that come into play in the intersection of disability and development processes. The theme of IDPD 2011 is “Together for a better world for all: Including persons with disabilities in development.”

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 4, 2022

However, there are still ways to make these events more modern and efficient using technology. Technology can now imitate many aspects of in-person events, from chat functions that mimic group conversations to interactive games and events through a screen. 2) Virtual fundraisers. 3) Hybrid fundraisers. 5) Silent auctions.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 3, 2024

However, managing grants efficiently and effectively can often be a daunting task, requiring meticulous attention to detail, rigorous compliance measures, and streamlined processes. These advanced technologies help analyze data faster and more accurately. In terms of new technology and features, we could see some cool stuff.

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DonorPerfect

MAY 30, 2023

Countless nonprofits are asking for their attention and contributions, leading these organizations to put a great deal of effort into holding onto their donors. Written by Samantha Ste Marie, Marketing Specialist at Givecloud Donors can often feel overwhelmed by philanthropic demand.

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Amy Sample Ward

DECEMBER 26, 2011

The “leaderless” organizing of the Occupy Wall Street movement has helped avoid strategic arrests or censorship but has also prompted a powerful use of social technologies. Over the past few years, the use of social technologies during disaster response has become a central component to news and information delivery. Online Homebase.

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Candid

AUGUST 10, 2023

Before we get completely swept up, let’s not forget the previous technology hype cycles that have come and gone. This equally applies to technology. Working with emerging technology like generative AI entails a high degree of uncertainty , and thus requires a different approach from the implementation of well-defined programs.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 15, 2020

Below is a sampling of benefits nonprofits can enjoy when they use a social-first digital fundraising strategy: Data collection : Digital technology not only helps donors learn about, connect and give to nonprofits; it provides a way for nonprofits to learn about and connect with donors themselves. To date, the fund has raised more than $1.8

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Museum 2.0

APRIL 24, 2013

There are two fears at work here: People are so distracted by technology that they can''t disconnect to pay attention to what''s really important. People (of all ages) are making bad decisions because of technology rapture--whether that be texting while driving or spending more time with screens than with family members.

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EveryAction

MAY 30, 2023

Your technology can help you build a solid virtual turnout by supporting an omni-channel marketing campaign to promote your event—this is an effective strategy for delivering your message to your audience wherever they are. Looking for more ways your technology can boost your advocacy program? We’ll be rooting for you!

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EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

Here are six ways to empower your supporters to advocate on behalf of your mission, with support from technology that makes it a smooth and efficient experience. Your technology should enable you to attach photos and documents, include links for video stories, and easily manage everything within your database.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

It’s no secret that technology is advancing, and nonprofits will need to get on board if they want to stay ahead of the curve and ensure that they are retaining their top donors. But quick technological advancements can be overwhelming, causing many people to feel uncertain about where to begin.

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NTEN

JANUARY 6, 2014

If you haven''t already, check out our line up of great content and sessions that will help you change the world through strategic management of technology. Are you one of these speakers, but don''t see yourself on the schedule ?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

This means that nonprofits have to compete with each other for donors’ attention and resources as they gravitate towards causes rather than organizations. Once your donors are moved or inspired by your stories of impact, an effective way to capture their attention is to have a call-to-action.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

To fortify fundraising and impact strategies, embracing emerging technologies is paramount. Among the innovative tools that have garnered attention is ChatGPT. technology, staff, budget) for each content type. Provide information about the specific audience types you’ve identified, along with any constraints (e.g.,

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

A pop-up is an informational or promotional offer that displays over the top of your website content, with the goal of capturing users’ attention quickly and easily. Like everything else, though, pop-up technology has evolved considerably, allowing you to segment, test, and optimize. Attentive (for mobile SMS sign-up).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 9, 2020

Also, every story told through the digital ecosystem, irrespective of audience, should include the following four elements: In telling its story, an organization should: Express what makes it unique and worthy of attention / support. Enable the audience to identify with it. Make its case for the response that is desired from this audience.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 26, 2017

Gen Zs have an average attention span of 8 seconds as compared to the 12 second attention span of millennials. The most popular social media with Gen Zs are YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram, in that order. Global Web Index ]. 70% of Gen Z visits YouTube daily. MediaKix ]. 70% are worried about terrorism. JWT Intelligence].

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Candid

AUGUST 30, 2023

You really need to pick and choose what to pay close attention to, especially if you are already burning out due to your workload! Where to learn more: Pay close attention to the work and research from Peak Grantmaking and The Nonprofit Alliance. New technology Hands up: Who knew anything about generative AI last year?

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Forum One

JANUARY 17, 2024

Prioritize digital flexibility Because technology is constantly shifting, it’s paramount to run websites or other digital tools that can adapt to the times. Headless” and composable architecture, which de-couples the front-end design from the content structure, is increasingly our recommended solution for this ever-changing technology space.

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