Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 6, 2023

“When it comes to culture, one of the most glaring issues is that far too many leaders do not recognize it as one of their greatest competitive advantages,” says Matt Mayberry , author of the book, Culture Is The Way. Other key lessons from sports coaches include these says Mayberry: Develop a burning desire to improve culture.

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AccelEvents

JULY 14, 2021

However, no matter the theme of your virtual event, you need to develop interesting virtual event ideas so that your attendees are engaged, excited, and continue to think about your event and brand long after the event is done! Here are 21 virtual event ideas to get you started. . Here is another virtual event idea.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

bbcon 2021 Virtual , happening October 13–15, will bring together tens of thousands of social good professionals for three days of cutting-edge thought leadership, virtual peer networking and unforgettable experiences. Getting Organized for bbcon 2021 Virtual. Highlighted bbcon Sessions for Nonprofits.

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Classy

MAY 7, 2021

The Collaborative: Virtual Sessions , hosted by Classy , is an online conference designed exclusively for nonprofit and social sector professionals. For the second year in a row, the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions is completely free, and completely virtual. 10 Reasons to Attend the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions.

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Forum One

JULY 20, 2022

Watch our discussion about creating a successful virtual event. The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) was planning the next installment of their already-successful and well-attended event, “A Seat at the Table.” Taking “A Seat at the Table” virtual. It was March 2020.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Maybe your association is experiencing challenges, so you’re searching for strategies to empower your staff and enhance the member experience. Regardless of your large association’s situation, the Nimble AMS team is here to offer tips to measure your success and meet your future goals!

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Forum One

MARCH 25, 2021

While the pandemic has had a significant impact on artists and cultural institutions, it has forced many to take a fresh look at how they are building immersive, innovative digital experiences for arts and culture. The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts: Elevating a world-class cultural landmark.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

Aside from the necessity of virtual fundraising due to the pandemic, there are plenty of other bonuses to fundraising online. With virtual fundraising, it’s also much easier to expand your reach. From standard digital donation forms to peer-to-peer fundraisers , there are a wide variety of ways that nonprofits can fundraise virtually.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

One of the quickest ways to build a list of cell phone numbers is through a text-to-donate or text-to-give mobile platform. Often used at fundraising events, both in-person and virtual, people text in a keyword like “DONATE” to a unique short code and make a credit card donation through their phone.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 13, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Celebrating National Immigrant Heritage Month: How Nonprofits Can raise funds and Show Support National Immigrant Heritage Month is all about celebrating the diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of immigrants in our communities. This can be an in-person or virtual event.

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sgEngage

JULY 18, 2023

Increasingly, those spaces are virtual and constantly evolving. With all the hype growing around this new social media platform, you’re probably asking how it might be useful in your fundraising strategy and whether you should jump on the bandwagon. Modern fundraising depends on meeting your supporters where they are.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 30, 2024

The most challenging problems centered around culture. And our virtual communication skills were not up to the task of addressing those negative emotions. Self-regulation— means learning to effectively manage conflict, stress, and challenges. Discussions involving feelings can be challenging. Start slowly.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

You can still register to attend Dreamforce virtually and view the conference for free on Salesforce+. Now with the expanded accessibility of Salesforce+ and the ability for attendees to watch virtually, even more individuals will attend the conference. . The Platform Einstein Blueprint: Our Roadmap for AI at Salesforce .

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Though we’re disappointed to not be exploring Seattle with all of our awesome Arts and Cultural friends, we are super excited for our first-ever virtual bbcon 2020 ! Arts and Cultural will have thousands of professionals represented from organizations ranging from zoos to museums, performing arts organizations to libraries, and beyond!

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 5, 2022

The entire conference is virtual and free this year, so everyone can join for inspiring content and peer networking opportunities. K–12 Super Session: Building a Thriving School Culture in a Time of Great Change. This speaks directly to how a school communicates its unique culture. Register now for bbcon 2022.

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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. In this article, we’ll highlight three stellar campaigns to inspire your organisation and challenge your communication strategies.

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

See how AANA accomplished this with their first-ever virtual event and ultimately made $70,000 in profit. Culture shift – getting company-wide adoption of anything new can be challenging. Read our blog on Creating a Data Culture for Your Association. Remember, this is a long game.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Reinforce roles, foster a culture of collaboration and alignment towards campaign objectives. Considering Special Events Events, virtual or in person, magnify engagement. The camaraderie of collective virtual gatherings or the grace of traditional galas, when directed well, can create ripples in your fundraising pond.

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AccelEvents

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Hybrid events allow an event organizer to combine a traditional live event with a virtual event. While hybrid events are rapidly growing in popularity, they are not without their challenges. Fortunately, there are a handful of techniques you can use for boosting attendance for both the virtual and physical audience segments. .

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

SILVER – Virtual & Remote Experiences-Arts & Culture for Virtual & Remote. The 2022 Seat the Table program examined “The Triumphs and Challenges of Black Education.” in an interactive activity to consider challenging questions about race, identity, and economic justice over a meal.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 21, 2021

Earlier today, Salesforce launched the reimagined Trailblazer Community — one modern platform to learn, earn, and connect from anywhere! Our partners at Salesforce.com invested in creating a community platform that offers a personalized and intelligent experience that is more tightly integrated with Trailhead and other Salesforce sites.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Leverage social media platforms. Offer live streaming, and virtual events to engage congregants, especially those who may not physically attend services. Assign dedicated pastoral care teams to connect with members, offering support during challenging times and celebrating milestones. Embracing technology for outreach.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 26, 2015

I also wanted to experiment with translating some facilitation techniques I use for face-to-face meetings (like sticky note facilitation ) to virtual meetings. Designing A Participatory Hook for a Virtual Meeting. We used a virtual sticky note app called NoteApp. Walking Meetings and Video Platforms.

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CauseVox

JUNE 9, 2021

Online virtual fundraising is one of the most popular ways for nonprofits to raise money. With the majority of daily activities taking place over the web, it’s no surprise that we’ve also observed a rise in virtual fundraising. Peer-to-peer fundraising (one of the big things you can do on our fundraising platform) accounts for ?

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sgEngage

APRIL 10, 2023

Whether you’re ready to jump back into in-person fundraising or would rather host a virtual event-free fundraiser , you’ll need tools in place to keep donors’ attention and motivate them to give. Promote your fundraiser across multiple platforms. Peer-to-peer fundraising platforms. Choose a fundraiser that educates students.

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Socialbrite

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

For many of us, simply shutting down when faced with many challenges is a coping mechanism. Yet it is action, not avoidance, that will inspire others to do the same and, ultimately, create a culture of effective activism for change. That is, if your users are on digital platforms, that is where you should spread your message.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 29, 2020

It’s been roughly two months since most of us have last been in an office, but thanks to video meeting platforms, messaging services, and modern-day technology, we can still have some sort of face-to-face interaction and continue to work alongside our teams. Virtual Happy Hours. Virtual Show and Tell. Virtual Talent Show.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

That means you must have a comprehensive understanding of your supporters’ demographics and interests Leverage tools like your CRM platform and previous social media analytics to pinpoint who your audience is and what they care about. The content you post should be crafted with your platform and audience in mind. When should you post?

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

The Fundraising Planning and Climate Report ’s findings show the following: Adjust fundraising strategies : Based on the report’s predictions, consider adjusting your fundraising strategies to align with the current socioeconomic and cultural climate, and donor preferences. Plan virtual galas : Galas are a show.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2022

Major donor and corporate engagements turned virtual overnight. Through CRM platforms , data provided a means to channel donor generosity, drive journeys, and manage the influx of donations to empower scale and growth of nonprofit income. Community fundraising and events were abruptly redirected online.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 10, 2023

The Challenge. The pandemic has contributed to a number of stressors that have made finding balance and getting things done more challenging. In my work with changemakers on creating a culture of well-being in the sector, I’ve noticed a few persistent challenges. You’re not alone, and you’re not imagining things.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 20, 2021

It may be an app, platform, podcast, or product that will help you do more good. This week, we’re looking at Engagement Communities, a platform designed to elevate your interaction with your team or board. We found a platform that creates designated space for the groups you work with most, like your board.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Prioritizing a more dignified experience in food service means that every person can both access food, and access the right food to meet their nutritional, medical, religious, or cultural needs. At our first in-person design sprint*, the group challenged each other to bust orthodoxies that hold us back from reducing hunger.

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sgEngage

JUNE 23, 2022

Accessibility provides several benefits for your organization, including that it: Fosters a more inclusive culture and shows that your nonprofit is welcoming and inclusive for all. For website visitors with a visual disability, non-text elements can be challenging to discern. Don’t neglect your virtual and hybrid events.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 3, 2021

In a recent webinar, How to Adapt to the Changing Landscape of Workplace Giving , Salesforce.org Philanthropy Cloud team members discussed their observations of how their customers managed the unique challenges that 2020 brought, and provide guidance on how other corporate social responsibility (CSR) and HR professionals can follow suit.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 3, 2021

Many CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) professionals have shifted their employee and community engagement strategies as the world shifted to virtual and socially distanced work. How did the challenges of 2020 impact volunteerism and employee giving? Learn more about global capabilities of the YourCause platform here.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 10, 2023

The Challenge You’re not alone, and you’re not imagining things. The pandemic has contributed to a number of stressors that have made finding balance and getting things done more challenging. In my work with changemakers on creating a culture of well-being in the sector, I’ve noticed a few persistent challenges.

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