Media Cause

MARCH 15, 2021

There are so many big things, scary, unexpected things that changed us as individuals, families, communities, and a collective human race in 2020, that as I was trying to write this blog post, it was hard to know where to start. Turns out that this last thing in particular—reading—didn’t just change me in 2020.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Knowledge work is growing because it sits at an important intersection between grantmaking and equitable change. Whether you are working within a funding organization or on the ground in social change, developing an effective knowledge practice will help to advance strategic missions and goals.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 18, 2023

These functions put facts in the hands of CEOs, boards of directors, and any other leader who, in an increasingly competitive environment, must take off their rose-colored glasses and see that their pet pony is actually a nag. Several providers offer open source or limited free access, which is a great way to test options.

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Deborah Elizabeth Finn

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

It is really inspiring to see philanthropic and nonprofit professional engaging in public conversations about these challenges, and even more inspiring to see them taking action to create positive changes. Winners Take All: The Elite Charade of Changing the World. Philanthropy for change, not charity.

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Media Cause

JULY 21, 2021

I’m writing this for whoever has been contemplating making a career change. For a while, I convinced myself that it was too late to make that big of a change. This was admittedly the hardest part of the career change for me. Experience was the other major component that I needed to gain in order to make the career change.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 4, 2023

values or a growth mindset, continuous feedback, and open communication, you will foster an environment that encourages employees to support one another. To change that, we came up with a structure that allows for on-demand project work in blended, cross-functional teams. The idea that the employer holds all the cards is changing.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 27, 2021

We hear stories of courage and strength that inspire us to action and ultimately help change the narrative around who refugees truly are: they are people from around the world, from different walks of life; different backgrounds, races, religions, and cultures. To change the narrative, you need to empower us with higher education.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Open Windows In July 2020,orgSource surveyed approximately 300 association executives. Although 73% of participants agreed that accelerating trends would require fundamental changes in the roles of associations. Meet the Moment Mission Mission, or your reason for being, doesn’t typically change with fads and trends.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Welcome Risk and Change Entrepreneurs have an intimate relationship with risk. With a growing business, things change, but they don’t get easier. Boards that are professionally, demographically, and ideologically diverse are more likely to be open to risk tolerance. CEOs need to be change agents. “Association 4.0:

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Frame the Issues Risk isn’t on most directors’ list of favorite topics for discussion. Or that the director who is championing a lucrative collaboration with a corporate partner is also on that organization’s board. Both directors and employees should know which policies the organization has in place and how they are enforced.

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sgEngage

APRIL 26, 2024

In recent years, relationships between nonprofit organizations and their auditors have seen positive change. Your auditor’s year-end work will remain critical to ensure the financial integrity of your nonprofit’s books and records and compliance with ever-changing regulations.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Sharon Rice ,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy, explains the new roles like this, “An integrated strategic plan gives everyone in the organization a voice, especially the professionals from marketing and membership. What has changed over time? What is changing in our industry? Adjust to changing circumstances.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

As the Education Director, Ash will be responsible for overseeing and designing programs for the NTEN Community to help them transform technology into social change. After doing that for a number of years, I got the opportunity to be one of the initial members of the Editorial Committee for the NTEN: Change Journal.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 6, 2017

Many nonprofits are moving to open office floor plans with flexible seating. The three biggest problems associated with open office plans are: noise, interruptions, and a lack of privacy. Their values included: Always Open; Never Settle; Committed to Wow; and Listen, Act, Learn. But there are challenges, too.

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Candid

APRIL 29, 2024

However, in the dynamic landscape of contemporary social change, there is a growing recognition of the need to evolve from this conventional approach toward a more collaborative and inclusive model—one grounded in partnership. The transformative power of governance as partnership can support nonprofits in serving as catalysts for change.

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BoardAssist

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Having a strong partnership with the Executive Director of the board you are considering joining is one of the most important things that influences whether someone has a rewarding board experience. Most Executive Directors in the nonprofit community are smart, committed and highly professional. Is this the right board for me?

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 9, 2024

The world is changing, and so is philanthropy. Often, such initiatives come from the top down and start with the board of directors. But that’s okay: by being vulnerable and open to change, you can transform your organization into one that mirrors your constituents and better serves your mission.

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.orgSource

MARCH 28, 2023

A week later, we were open for business.” Sharon Rice ,orgSource’s Managing Director of Business Strategy, explains the process like this: “Scenario planning fills you with information and an understanding of the possibilities. My business partner, Dan Kasprow, and I had been working on some large project implementations.

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NTEN

DECEMBER 6, 2012

We have a great team in place--both Board and staff--and are acting together quickly on three fronts: Communications : We are committed to keeping you informed as we move through the process of selecting a firm to help us recruit and select the next executive director. NTEN is all about change.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 20, 2016

In the last six years, Community Boost_r , ReStart Challenges , and Things Camp have used an open community challenge model. These open challenges help activists, nonprofits, journalists, techies, and community members identify, refine, build, and launch technology tools to solve pressing local and regional problems.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 27, 2021

Leave it to leadership and communications expert, David Grossman , to decide to write a book called, Heart First, Lasting Leadership Lessons From A Year That Changed Everything. David is so in tune with providing timely, critical, actionable advice, how-to’s and tips for leaders.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Your Executive Director, your board of directors, or even your colleagues may have different priorities, preferences, or perspectives on what information you need to collect. If your application has not changed in more than three years, it may not reflect your current goals, strategies, or priorities.

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.orgSource

MARCH 4, 2024

Even if your association is trapped in a sea of competition, you can change course and sail toward possibility. Sharon Rice ,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy, is our expert for guiding associations through tough markets. Technology has opened protected space.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 3, 2008

Venture capitalists are liking open source more and more. More $ toward open source is a tide that lifts all boats. Interestingly enough, lots of developing world countries voted against it. Interestingly enough, lots of developing world countries voted against it. There’s lots of great details on Groklaw. Be Helpful.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 11, 2017

The subject matter, of course, the effective use of digital and networks that is holistic and that incorporates on culture change, innovation, and collaboration skills. If you do capacity building and training on advocacy for social change, especially in the digital area, does this resonate with you?

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.orgSource

MAY 15, 2023

Sharon Rice ,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy, explains the new roles like this, “An integrated strategic plan gives everyone in the organization a voice, especially the professionals from marketing and membership. What has changed over time? What is changing in our industry? Adjust to changing circumstances.

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The Fundraising Authority

JANUARY 15, 2021

If your organization has been using the same stale thank you letter (which for many fundraisers also doubles as a donation receipt) for the past ten years, now is the right time to change course. The name of the organization has been changed to protect confidentiality: ——- Dear Jim, You made my day!

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 24, 2022

For example, our first Impact Lab cohort designed Service Match , an open-source app designed for case managers who connect people experiencing homelessness to vital human services. and identified many opportunities for change. Notably, the group debated the tension between short-term fixes and long-term systemic change.

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 3, 2009

I recently had the opportunity to connect with Avi Kaplan, the Community and Events Director at Epic Change , to discuss the upcoming TweetsGiving campaign and events. What is Epic Change? I expect the parties to be lively gatherings and for people to form new relationships and to come with open hearts ready to share.

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 3, 2009

I recently had the opportunity to connect with Avi Kaplan, the Community and Events Director at Epic Change , to discuss the upcoming TweetsGiving campaign and events. What is Epic Change? I expect the parties to be lively gatherings and for people to form new relationships and to come with open hearts ready to share.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Recognizing that the effects of climate change aren’t equal, this lab aims to co-design a technology solution to support low-income communities of color that are most impacted by the climate crisis. The responses were clear: climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time, and it should be an urgent priority for us all to act.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2021

By: Sara Leutzinger, National Director, External Communications & Content Strategy for Boys & Girls Club of America. Opening doors. For more than a century, Boys & Girls Clubs around the country opened their doors each day to millions of kids and teens, literally and symbolically. About the Author. Sara Leutzinger.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Open Social != Open Data November 8, 2007 As the hype (which, I agree I have contributed to ) around OpenSocial dies down, the reality behind OpenSocial becomes clear. Be Helpful.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 14, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and open source tool #15: MPower Open CRM April 14, 2008 I am so far behind, it’s not funny. What’s new about MPower is that it has very recently been released as open source.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JANUARY 13, 2023

A Life-Changing Relationship I made a point to find mentors — other Black reporters and anchors I still call on for advice today. And I made sure to kick the door wide open at every television station I worked in over my 16-year career, so others who were told they don’t belong would feel welcome. She loved cheerleading (so did I!)

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Saleforce Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

The goals of the DEI Open Source Commons team center around leveling the playing field for everyone in tech by increasing diversity and inclusion at Salesforce community events, in addition to creating and modeling a toolkit that groups can use towards their own diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. “I

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2021

Your established experience in the nonprofit industry and your ability to adapt to ever-changing circumstances have gotten you this far. Now your team can boost your open rates to 37% just by adding video! Now you and a co-host can manage breakout sessions during your nonprofit’s events for more intimate spaces to chat and interact.

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