Bloomerang

MAY 6, 2022

The Lisa Libraries. These are given on a no-strings-attached basis to people and groups working on “awesome projects.” . They focus on supporting smaller and newer 501(c)(3) organizations so that the foundation’s gift can make a more significant contribution to the work of the recipient organization. The Lisa Libraries.

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Forum One

AUGUST 31, 2023

These include awards for best-in-industry websites and even an app. This work not only included launching a new website but also revitalizing the entire American Jazz Museum brand as a whole. Forum One worked with SLAC to create a Drupal site that achieved all of these goals and more.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 15, 2013

Each year the International Computer Refurbishers Summit awards a lifetime achievement award. This year the award went to Nancy Jo Craig who runs the nonprofit Capital Area Corporate Recycling Council (CACRC) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. “It just works better that way.” It was not an easy road for Nancy.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 25, 2015

The Saskatoon Public Library opened its doors to these evacuees, and staff members stepped up their efforts to help the evacuees communicate with their family and friends. Staffers also let people from outside of Saskatoon check out books from the library and access other services. Educating the Public on Disaster Preparedness.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The day is typically celebrated with a variety of events and activities, including award ceremonies, fundraising galas, volunteer recognition , and educational programs. Philanthropy refers to charitable acts or other good works that help others or society as a whole. They continue to be a key advocate for this day. In the U.S.,

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

APRIL 20, 2013

The Migel Medal, often called the highest honor in the blindness field, is awarded annually to one or two individuals whose careers exemplify exceptional accomplishments in the field. Helen Keller, who worked for AFB for many years, was on the original award board for its first twenty years, starting in 1937.

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Tech Soup

JULY 17, 2015

Here's a roundup of recent work to address this issue. There are new and interesting things in the works. Organizations Doing Notable Digital Inclusion Work. The 2015 UK Digital Leaders 100 Award for digital inclusion was awarded to Citizens Online. Every Public Library in the United States.

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Candid

AUGUST 25, 2022

The previous 15 years of my career, I worked in higher education with access to a research library, enterprise platform subscriptions, and myriad other resources. Feeling overwhelmed and clueless, I headed to the Salt Lake City Public Library (SLCPL). I was unaccustomed to having to find all my own resources.

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NTEN

MARCH 19, 2011

Each year, NTEN recognizes a member of this community who has furthered the work of the nonprofit technology field through dedication, innovation, and leadership. This year, we are thrilled to honor Judy Hallman for her work with this award. Her first job in computing came long before the Web.

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Bonterra

APRIL 10, 2024

Learn more How it works See how our case management tools can help you demonstrate impact Collect the data funders and donors want to see Collect the right data to demonstrate your organization’s impact with easily customizable forms. Learn more Stronger data, stronger outcomes "Here’s what I believe: do the work and the outcomes will show.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 13, 2013

Now available to nonprofits, charities, and libraries through TechSoup, Bitdefender security products protect individual PCs and Macs as well as enterprise networks. These applications have won awards, shone through rigorous testing, and met our strict standards. Awards and Praise. Two-way firewall. Safepay™ and privacy.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

FEBRUARY 4, 2007

It's great when one of our team is honored for their work, and Carrie Karnos has been one of our top Bookshare.org volunteers for years, including being Volunteer of the Year. Veale Humanitarian Award for service to the blind community. Veale Humanitarian Award. Carrie just received the James H. Congratulations, Carrie!

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

NOVEMBER 21, 2012

We really love this approach, which we think of making our money work twice. For example, our Bookshare online library for the blind, uses several different social enterprises to do data entry and proofreading work on textbooks. This field has acquired the name of "impact sourcing" in recent years. We scan the books in the U.S.,

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Tech Soup

APRIL 20, 2017

Elefint , a design studio that works with social impact organizations and nonprofits, teamed up with TechSoup to build our two newest design courses. Design ain't easy, or we'd all be making Clio award-winning designs in our sleep. Get your design driver's license by taking a few of TechSoup's online design courses.

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See3

AUGUST 18, 2014

Our friends at TechSoup are hosting the Storymakers 2014, a campaign to help nonprofits, libraries and charities tell amazing stories about the work they do, and share their message with the world.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 23, 2014

As always, I’m delighted to share the latest Benetech highlights as we work on these ambitious 10X dreams! First, we are working to lower the barrier to the use of strong encryption to automatically protect the privacy of sensitive information. Bookshare is helping Kevin— who had suffered a brain injury—to keep up with his school work.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Repeat what works – Run successful ads repeatedly until they stop selling. Focus on selling – Judge ads by sales results, not awards. Repeat what works – Keep using effective stories, calls to action, and emotional appeals. Lean into what works. Thorough understanding leads to big ideas.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MAY 22, 2013

Address on receiving Caltech’s Distinguished Alumni Award May 18, 2013 Caltech was founded to give back to society through science and engineering, to discover knowledge and apply that knowledge. That’s the Caltech advantage! Richard Feynman once tried to reduce an advanced physics concept to a freshman lecture.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

NOVEMBER 15, 2013

For them, Bookshare —Benetech’s Global Literacy initiative and the world’s largest accessible digital library for people with print disabilities—opens up a lifeline to reading. All the organizations participating in the Challenge are recipients of the Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 27, 2016

Audience Choice Award Winner — Rolling Ridge Riding. Rolling Ridge Riding from Rolling Ridge Riding is our Audience Choice Award winner. We are proud to award a free, one-year Boost subscription (where available) to these winners. Best Library Story — Libraries Transform Teaser. Honorable Mentions.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

FEBRUARY 20, 2009

Dozens of publishers and authors have signed contracts with Bookshare that confirm and support its work as an authorized entity as well. NLS provides Bookshare with confirmation of qualification for Section 121 services for people already registered with the Library of Congress.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Anyone can access free on-demand and live trainings from experts who have experienced common challenges working in the nonprofit field. As nonprofit students, it is important to understand how the field works and the current events that impact it. To find the nearest location visit candid.org/find-us. . Grants to Individuals .

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MAY 2, 2012

Bookshare, Benetech’s pioneering digital library for people with print disabilities, celebrated its 10th birthday last night with a terrific party that was attended by many of our long-time friends and supporters. As a result, we quickly became the largest online library for people with print disabilities. said Stevie. Thanks Stevie!

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 28, 2014

Will such an app work? If it worked, would it lead to behavior change that would save lives? He now lives in rural Kenya working on eye care. I explained Benetech’s efforts to grow the impact of our Bookshare library globally, specifically discussing partnerships with groups in India and Kenya. What can we do for them?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 8, 2018

Level 5: Fulfillment Factor – Do people feel like they are inspired and working towards a higher purpose? Then, I have participants work in small groups, using a structured brainstorming process. Building basic processes for getting work done, for example collaborative calendar planning. Remote working policy with flexibility.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 16, 2013

My reaction was that this kind of advocacy work was a luxury we couldn’t afford. We were elated and eager to get to work. We were up against immense political pressure to rescind the award. I’d say, dodging the recommendations. I was wrong. It turned out, however, that we were too quick to rejoice. Fast-forward six years.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Recognition and Awards With this benefit, you’re giving back to your members with recognition for their contributions. This could involve spotlighting them in your nonprofit’s publication or giving out awards that highlight excellence in your field.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 5, 2015

One foundation that has been a committed supporter of our work is the Lavelle Fund for the Blind. Frankly, it didn’t go as well as we had hoped, and Lavelle worked with us to retarget the grant to focus on students with visual impairments. This pilot paved the way for our work in the education field.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 8, 2017

Try some of these in your workplace this year: Mentoring programs, especially for new employees Volunteer opportunities/days Lunches with the CEO or president On-site wellness fairs Pep rallies Telecommuting programs Summer picnics for employees and their families Retention bonuses Lending libraries Unlimited sick days Employee team sports after hours, (..)

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 18, 2011

Speaking publicly is an important part of our work. Speed Geeking at the Gates Foundation Global Library Program about Bookshare International 9/22 Stanford Social Innovation Review online webinar "Nonprofit, For-profit, or Something in Between?" We invest in public speaking coaching (thanks, Melinda Henning!) 9/19 (tomorrow!)

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 23, 2013

I say thorny because despite the nearly $300 million in stimulus funding awarded by the U.S. The fund aims to work with the 25 percent of Kansas City residents who don’t have broadband Internet at home, and 17 percent don’t use the Internet at all. The Kansas City Public Library System will also have a role in this work.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 27, 2015

Try some of these in your workplace this year: Mentoring programs, especially for new employees Volunteer opportunities/days Lunches with the CEO or president On-site wellness fairs Pep rallies Telecommuting programs Summer picnics for employees and their families Retention bonuses Lending libraries Unlimited sick days Employee team sports after hours, (..)

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

Recognize prominent AAPI individuals with heritage awards. It’s a wonderful way to include everyone and still work towards your fundraising goals. Community bulletin boards at libraries, colleges, and coffee shops are great outreach channels. Some speakers may wish to give inspiring talks on AAPI heritage and identity.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Did you know there are more than 87,000 foundations that award grants? . The SOAR Model comes from the Libraries of the University of Missouri and focuses on reviewing your organization’s strengths, opportunities, aspirations, and results. Now more than ever, it’s vital for nonprofits to diversify their funding sources.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 5, 2023

While this system may work for smaller organizations, nonprofits seeking to expedite their growth will need a solution for quick data synchronization and integrated analysis. Complete Customization Are there aspects of your CRM that your nonprofit has to work around or features you need to use in an unorthodox way to perform daily tasks?

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Did you know there are more than 87,000 foundations that award grants? . The SOAR Model comes from the Libraries of the University of Missouri and focuses on reviewing your organization’s strengths, opportunities, aspirations, and results. Now more than ever, it’s vital for nonprofits to diversify their funding sources.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 23, 2014

Best Companies Best Places To Work Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management'

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