Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

And with today’s rapid pace of change, confident learning has become critical to adapting, adopting, and feeling connected to the world we inhabit. We have to get hands on for change to happen. Inviting writing Research shows when we write things down ( especially handwriting ), we internalize it more and remember it better.

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Learning Change Strategy Journal 90

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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Knowledge Philanthropy Change Work 67

Association Analytics

APRIL 1, 2024

You’ll come away with specific examples from the team at the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) that you can use to inform your own strategy. Looking at their internal dashboard they could see that those individuals weren’t engaging with the association due to a lack of available content.

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Data Strategy Associations Survey 210

Candid

MAY 4, 2022

Many European funders have seen their ability to focus on a longer-term perspective to target systemic change as a strength, as opposed to operating in a crisis mode. International giving was not limited within the borders of Europe, however. We also saw significant philosophical changes in how foundations operate.

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Europe Case Study Fund Practice 98

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

However you choose to spend your money on holiday gifts, there are plenty of ways do it to benefit good causes and create change in communities that need it. Heifer International :: Gifts of Hope. Plan International :: Gifts of Hope. Women for Women International :: Gifts That Give Back. Defenders of Wildlife Adoptions.

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Gift Benefit Program Kiva 237

Neon CRM

OCTOBER 23, 2023

If you haven’t refreshed your major gift program, now’s the time to start. Starting a campaign without properly identifying the capacity for such a program can lead to less-than-ideal results, so ensure that you are ready by asking a series of questions such as: Do you have a mission statement? What Are Major Gifts?

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Gift Program Track Campaign 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 3, 2017

Rapid population growth and migration is dramatically changing societies and ecosystems worldwide and as this future unfolds nonprofits, NGOs, and charities will play a central role in safeguarding the world’s most vulnerable communities, the land upon which they live, and the wildlife that surrounds them. billion now. billion now.

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Demographics Trend Technology North America 258

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 2, 2023

Understanding Program Management Statistics Whether you’re assessing future needs or composing an annual report to share with donors, funders, and community members, conducting impact assessment is crucial for tracking progress and driving continued on-the-ground impact. Your donors and stakeholders want to be in the loop. Services Delivered.

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Statistics Stats Program Management 52

Forum One

MARCH 8, 2021

During Women’s History Month, we are excited to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, 2021. Connecting women to change the face of political leadership. The post Celebrate International Women’s Day 2021 appeared first on Forum One | Turn Ideas Into Impact. As one of the largest foundations in the U.S.,

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Celebrate International Empowerment Images 46

Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2022

Fundraising teams at the eye of the pandemic storm have experienced an eye-watering pace of change the past two years. The pandemic changed how nonprofits fundraised from various income streams and channels they deployed. Continued changes to fundraising and marketing, as in so many other spheres, is set to continue.

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Change Marketing Fundraising Stream 75

TechImpact

DECEMBER 24, 2013

It’s the December 19 graduation of the Fall 2013 cohort of the Information Technology Workforce Program (“ITWorks”) program. It is a free, immersive IT training program provided to vulnerable young adults who identify as high-achieving high school graduates between the ages of 18 and 24 who have not been to college.

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Student Program Philadelphia Washington 138

Top Nonprofits

MAY 24, 2021

Changes are happening in 2021. We know in-person programming is slowly coming back and you need to bring back your audience members who have fallen quiet during the pandemic. But your virtual programming isn’t going away – not after all the amazing new connections you have made without the limits of physical location.

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Virtual Personal Program Audience 52

CauseVox

AUGUST 18, 2022

In our effort to highlight brilliant changemakers, we sat down with Cylinda Nickel at Compassion Services International to dive deeper into their global fundraising initiatives – particularly their work for Ukraine- and hear about her top fundraising tips. About Compassion Services International.

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Storytelling International email Service 73

Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 27, 2021

We also work to uplift and empower the refugee population around the world through workforce development and mentorship programs like Buddyforce and partnerships with Upwardly Global, Mercy Corps, UNHCR, and others. To change the narrative, you need to empower us with higher education. Changing the Narrative. Clements asked. “We

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Education Change Philanthropy Global 69

Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 19, 2021

In a recent panel discussion I moderated at Salesforce.org’s Nonprofit Summit , I talked with industry leaders about this sea change of nonprofits embracing digital. Trovon Williams, senior vice president of marketing and communications for the NAACP, talked about how the pandemic changed his organization’s strategy moving forward.

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Program Tech Work Time 96

TechImpact

DECEMBER 3, 2013

“Where I’m from, jail and death before age 18 are the two major options, but I wanted different,” said Christopher Snow, who because of ITWorks is now working as a Technology Services Technician for the large international consulting firm, Accenture. We depend on support from the commnity to keep this program going. Donate this.

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Change Delaware Student Pennsylvania 114

Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Last week, I had the immense pleasure of hosting a virtual discussion and Q&A with a group of nonprofit CEOs and CIOs to talk about how they’re navigating opportunity and building resilience in this changed world we all find ourselves in. Treat technology as a strategic pillar and driver of change in your organization.

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Change Language Law Digital 52

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

The Year That Was and the New Year Ahead Guest Beneblog by Betsy Beaumon, Benetech's VP and General Manager of the Literacy Program 2012 was a year of titanic shifts in the fields of consumer technology, education, and publishing, along with the requisite challenges brought about by such rapid change. Thanks again!

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Literacy Program United Arab Emirates Student 166

ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 16, 2020

As nonprofits attempt to tackle some of our communities' most difficult problems; funders, government agencies and the general public are actively calling for accountability, transparency and proof that a program is producing change. This call spurred the increasing demand for program evaluation.

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Evaluation Program Attitude Nonprofit 52

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 10, 2011

T, December 10th, the international community is observing Human Rights Day to commemorate the 63rd anniversary of the creation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The Benetech Human Rights Program (HRP) is hard at work to ensure that technology and science best meet the needs of human rights defenders in these critical times.

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International Guatemala Colombia Analysis 150

TechImpact

DECEMBER 13, 2013

.” Upon graduating with dual certifications, and one of the highest grades in the class, William secured an entry-level help desk support position with IPR International. 4,000 changes a student’s life forever by covering the entire cost for one student to complete the program. He has since been promoted.

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Support Change Student Cisco 122

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Will this help you launch a program or expand your reach? Make information readily available to internal stakeholders so it’s easier for people to do their jobs. Talk to your funder, peers, and internal experts to ensure that you understand the language of grants and other funding sources. Foster strong internal partnerships.

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Grant Process Management Tips 91

Connection Cafe

MAY 7, 2020

Monday, May 18th is International Museum Day , the mission of which is to raise awareness of the fact that, “museums are an important means of cultural exchange, enrichment of cultures and development of mutual understanding, cooperation and peace among peoples.”. 2019 saw more than 55,000 museums across 150 countries participate.

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Museum International Support Tips 39

Tech Soup

MARCH 7, 2017

I'm not a woman, but I am a wholehearted celebrant of International Women's Day. More About International Women's Day. International Women's Day came about in its current form in 1975. Jane Meseck , senior director of global programs at Microsoft Philanthropies. International NGO Leadership.

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International Celebrate Technology Colombia 68

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 16, 2013

Against all odds, we—a novice bidder with a less than $1 million-a-year program—won a five-year, $32.5 Bookshare today is part of a broader effort by Benetech’s Global Literacy Program to improve the lives and learning of students with the biggest challenges. million contract to do just that. We were elated and eager to get to work.

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Advocacy Change Literacy DC 176

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 5, 2010

Organization: Women for Women International. Following that, Women for Women International moved on WordPress, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter throughout 2008-2010. Which tool has been surprisingly useful in getting out the word about your organization and its programs? Name: Lauren Shopp || lshopp@womenforwomen.org.

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Social Media International Interview Examples 215

Tech Soup

JULY 22, 2011

This is a guest post from Dr. Erik Bansleben at the University of Washington, announcing a new online green IT certification program. The new program is now accepting applications and students can take the courses from anywhere. Students who complete the program will receive a joint certificate from both universities.

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Green International Program Washington 58

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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Change Design Arts Attitude 59

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 20, 2009

A Guest Beneblog by Viji Dilip, This summer I visited the International Institute of Social Entrepreneurship (IISE). The campus, that feels like a holiday resort and an university at the same time houses the International Institute of Social Entrepreneurs.

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International India Social Student 129

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Note from Beth: My long-time colleague, Teresa Crawford, Executive Director, Social Sector Accelerator, shares some thoughts about nonprofit capacity building programs based on extensive research. Her answer to the question about capacity building programs leading to better impact will surprise you. Who is defining results anyway?

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Results Program Build Help 94

sgEngage

APRIL 8, 2024

Since she signed the Giving Pledge in 2019 and began her momentous campaign of organization-changing donations, MacKenzie Scott has given away more than $17.3 For example, a food bank may receive donations specifically for their program providing food for school-aged children. They can also be used for program-specific costs.

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Fund Chart Grant Report 87

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

Now let’s take a moment to consider this value in terms of fundraising, marketing, and program execution. Recruit Volunteers: The first step in any volunteer program is to find volunteers. Adopting the right software can completely transform your volunteer program. How your team collects and shares information internally.

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Volunteer Management Tips Application 276

Charity Village

JULY 7, 2023

Plan International Canada invites youth to apply for the Girls Belong Here program and the Youth Council. Through these initiatives, Plan International Canada works to effect positive change for children’s rights and equality for girls.

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Issue Skills Global Leadership 66

sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2024

Changing a core piece of software at your grantmaking organization is no picnic. But inertia is not an option when your grant programs outgrow your current solution, or your vendor sunsets the software you use, like Salesforce is doing with their grant management software, FoundationConnect. What reports do you pull regularly?

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Grant System Foundation Management 74

Candid

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

We cannot draw a causal link between inflation rates and salary increases, but using Council on Foundations data, we can further explore how they change over the same time period. We should note that annual salary changes may not coincide with or immediately follow changes in inflation rates, given that salary review processes take time.

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Rate Survey Roles Director 106

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

That changed when LinkedIn was purchased by Microsoft in 2016 for $26.2 Their use of the social network is mostly inconsistent and without strategy – the 10 best practices below are meant to change that. email addresses are not allowed, and as a general rule, should not be used for your nonprofit communications publicly or internally.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Now in it’s third year (View the 2009 Edition and 2010 Edition ), the 11 holiday gift programs listed below benefit nonprofits and thus help make the world a better place: 1. CARE Packages: CARE has a very unique holiday gift program that allows you to compile care packages to send to women entrepreneurs and girls worldwide.

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Gift Benefit Place Kiva 279