Forum One

MARCH 30, 2023

Forum One’s recent design work with the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) Simmons Talks series was a dream come true: an opportunity to put passion behind a design that I believe in and honor the work of others who inspire me. Endowed by Dr. Ruth J.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Thanks to integrated donor CRMs, I can easily segment and invite those individuals whose philanthropic history and capacity to give align with the organization’s goals. By carefully curating its event audience, the PMC not only raises significant funds but also makes a meaningful impact in the battle against cancer. Involve your board.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Their stories, brimming with passion, resilience, and a rich cultural legacy, are deserving of more than just passive acknowledgment. In an era where representation and inclusivity have become paramount, nonprofits stand at the forefront of this cultural celebration, uniquely positioned to amplify these voices.

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Museum 2.0

APRIL 26, 2018

The Washington Post covered the MAH's transformation as part of an article about museums engaging new audiences. One that has found remarkable success is California’s Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History. I'm also always interested in how the national media portrays changes in the cultural sector. The impact was dramatic.

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Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 15, 2019

In many ways, the subtext of our whole panel was that change will mean your audience will be different, but that’s not bad. We also have a culture of not treating the people who are coming right. Maren also got the largest “wow’s” from the audience when she talked about the issue of alcohol and museum programming.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

This Black History Month, we reflect on the strategy work that our team does through our partnership with the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture —much of which centers around expanding access. The outcome was an immensely successful event that attracted audiences from all corners of the country.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 21, 2011

Ruth Cohen – American Museum of natural History. Goal of the centennial project was to shine the light on the library’s resources and get new audiences engaged in the collections and connected to the curators and staff. Ruth Cohen – American Museum of natural History. Syed Salahuddin – Babycastles.

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Forum One

MAY 27, 2021

Forum One received 12 awards in six categories in this year’s awards for excellence and distinction in website design, development, and digital strategy across the categories of environmental awareness, health, art, cultural institutions, and associations. Excellence – Website for Cultural Institutions. The Vilcek Foundation.

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Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 22, 2014

Imagine an institution with a commitment to rigor, depth, and delight in the exploration of contemporary culture. Imagine a prize competition to develop new experimental approaches to engaging audiences. The Centre de Cultura Contemporania de Barcelona ( CCCB ) has just launched a new biennial Cultural Innovation International Prize.

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EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) declared a national state of emergency for LGBTQ+ people on June 6, 2023, the first state of emergency ever declared in its history spanning four decades. Often, the central issue is a specific policy or a cultural phenomenon that the organization seeks to promote or eliminate. Pride is forever.

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Qgiv

MARCH 25, 2024

Many benefit concerts become annual events or make history for their cause. Held annually at Carnegie Hall, this event not only invites attendees to revel in captivating musical performances but also serves as a vital platform for celebrating and safeguarding Tibetan culture.

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M+R

MARCH 14, 2024

Unfortunately, not all of our donors are themselves professional fundraisers — so creating a special, attention-grabbing Giving Day that gets your audiences excited and engaged can be a big boost during an otherwise quiet time of year. Read time: 7 minutes If you’re a professional fundraiser, every day is giving day.

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Whole Whale

MAY 3, 2022

Many organizations have been working with marginalized populations for decades while the study of how language impacts culture is only in its infancy. These terms can be triggering for audiences that know this history. Try out the Inclusivity Tool to make sure the words you use resonate with your audience.

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Forum One

JUNE 8, 2022

Forum One received 11 awards in seven categories in this year’s awards for excellence and distinction in website design, development, and digital strategy across the categories of government, DEI, education, arts, health, cultural institutions, and annual reports for corporate communications. Distinction – Website for Cultural.

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Media Cause

MAY 28, 2021

In it, they talk about the emotional responses to color and how color is used to convey meaning, but also how color can be deceiving and foster a culturally conditioned subconscious bias. Here are some examples of the way that colors are understood across cultures: Red represents passion and energy but also danger and violence.

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Museum 2.0

JANUARY 11, 2012

For years, I'd give talks about community participation in museums and cultural institutions, and I'd always get the inevitable question: "but what value does this really have when it comes to dollars and cents?" And the next time someone questions the benefits of letting audiences actively participate, send them to Santa Cruz.

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Museum 2.0

SEPTEMBER 20, 2011

It was a local history urban scavenger hunt that sent teams of 2-5 people out into the city to track down as many historic checkpoints as they could over the course of an evening. Race Through Time was designed specifically for this audience of 30 and 40-somethings looking for fun social events with a Santa Cruz bent.

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Forum One

MARCH 8, 2022

During Women’s History Month, we are excited to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, 2022. Forum One partnered with Catalyst to redesign their digital presence in WordPress to connect target audiences including executives, managers, and professional women and men with actionable resources to improve their work lives.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Think about it: these days, our groceries are being ordered and delivered via app, and our devices push us recommendations and discounts on things we might want to buy based on our purchasing history. If your audience is on social media (and let’s be real, who isn’t?) Use Social Media to Your Advantage. Connect with me on LinkedIn.

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Kindful

APRIL 5, 2021

This video is a general synopsis of your nonprofit and should give the audience a better understanding of what you do and who you serve. The main audience for this video will be those who are already aware and aligned with your mission. By filming multiple different versions, you can tailor your ask to the right audience.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 22, 2023

“We are living through a moment in history when the old definitions of success and what it takes to lead are giving way to something that is altogether more collaborative and more inclusive,” says Jenna C. Fisher , author of the new book, To The Top: How Women In Corporate Leadership Are Rewriting The Rules For Success. “We

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Facebook aka Meta, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat and TikTok have become integrated into how people communicate with one another and access culture. Now, go forth and get creative with platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat and TikTok to expand your audience base and find new virtual visitors for your museum. [1]

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Kindful

JANUARY 5, 2022

Their mission is to bring inspiring and varied musical experiences to expanding audiences through concerts, performances, and educational programs. . Their mission is to show great movies that entertain and enlighten their audience. . Do you rely on an audience buying tickets and attending your events? Rochester Opera House.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 10, 2013

How can arts and cultural organizations start leveraging content marketing? There are 5 steps to start a content marketing program at your arts and cultural organization. The most successful content is the content that is personalized for an audience. Look at your purchase history and see if there are any trends.

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Forum One

MARCH 8, 2021

During Women’s History Month, we are excited to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, 2021. The David and Lucile Packard Foundation works to improve the lives of children, families, and communities by working with partners around the world for social, cultural, and environmental change.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The bbcon 2023 agenda is full of great sessions for finance professionals serving nonprofits, schools, foundations, healthcare, and cultural organizations, from creating better systems to extending what you currently do with Blackbaud’s fund accounting software, Financial Edge NXT.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Last week Ginny Fitzgerald, the Director of Visitor Services and Membership at Chicago History Museum, joined us to host a webinar about how she prepares her team for peak attendance times. Chicago History Museum defines their summer season as June 1 through August 31. Membership Arts & Cultural fundraising ideas'

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AFP Blog

APRIL 22, 2014

Center for the Future of Museums: Khan Academy & Cultural Understanding : Smarthistory at Khan Academy is used by museum visitors, independent learners, professors, teachers and their students. We’ve begun to partner with museums to bring their formidable expertise to a global audience (often by simply repurposing pre-existing content).

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 20, 2021

The same historical and cultural structures that have held back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in so many aspects of our lives are also mirrored in much of the nonprofit sector. Change Organizational Culture. Yolanda is the first African American President in the more than 40-year history of WID. By: Yolanda F.

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Everyaction

JULY 18, 2018

Here's a brief description of the elements to include in your case statement: Mission + History. Share your organization’s mission, who you serve, the influence your organization has on its audience(s), and the role it plays in the larger conversation around your issue area. Start with who you are. Fundraising plan summary. The public.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 26, 2017

Throughout history, philanthropy plays a very important role because it directly impacts our wellbeing. Different culture has different understanding of philanthropy and we use different words to represent various aspects of the concept. In most cultures, philanthropy existed a long time ago. Kids in Philanthropy.

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Museum 2.0

MAY 22, 2012

Imagine you've just been tasked with developing an innovative, future-thinking national museum for your country's history. Blueprint is the story of a group of people who tried to create a Dutch Museum of National History (INNL). Hooks based on popular culture. Where would you start? Immersive design. Lots of screens.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Auctioneers have to capture the audience’s attention with eye-catching items that spark bidding wars. This guide is a great place to start to generate ideas for items and packages that will captivate your audience at your next auction event. For example, you could create a bundle with art, history, and science museum passes.

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NTEN

JUNE 21, 2011

The speakers for this panel include: Tracy Fullerton - Electronics Arts Game Innovation Lab Ruth Cohen - American Museum of natural History Elaine Charnov - The NY Public Library Jason Eppink - Museum of the Moving Image Syed Salahuddin - Babycastles Elaine Cohen: The New York Public Library 100 Years of the flagship library in New York.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Reports generated around donor engagement can measure campaign involvement, giving history, and other trends that can help guide your strategic processes. Effective research and data collection will highlight a donors’ giving history, affinity to give, and capacity. Which of our supporters are the most loyal? Who is ready to give?

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Museum 2.0

JULY 1, 2011

I've now been the Director of The Museum of Art & History in Santa Cruz for two months. Her goal is nothing less than to remake the MAH as the primary cultural touchstone of the Santa Cruz community, the place that best embodies the unique cultural vibe of Santa Cruz. OK, so we made up the last couple of those prohibitions.

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Museum 2.0

JULY 26, 2010

I've been spending time recently interviewing people who run unusual cultural and learning venues. I'm fascinated by these places because of their ability to attract diverse audiences to idiosyncratic experiences, and I'm curious how they stay afloat. Skill-sharing free schools. Community science workshops. Streb Labs (Brooklyn, NY).

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