Twenty Hats

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Volunteer leadership has brought welcome changes to our programs. She recently completed a five-year appointment to the Maryland Governor’s Commission on Service & Volunteerism. Krista received her CVA in 2013 and was recertified in 2018.

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NTEN

JULY 3, 2014

After all, the nonprofit association for people working at the intersections of tech and social change should have a website to match that mission and vision. Pongos is a Wordpress development firm located in Maryland. Follow along as we chronicle the joys and occasional headaches.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 23, 2017

It addresses veteran unemployment and climate change by providing paid internships and job skills training for unemployed and low-income veterans. House of Ruth Maryland provides services to domestic violence victims and works to change attitudes that contribute to domestic violence. Navy, created a solar-powered organic garden.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 25, 2010

A recent study by researchers at the University of Maryland found that, while use of Twitter is growing amongst members of Congress, very little is happening in the way of direct citizen-to-representative interaction or vice versa (I'm still waiting for a RT from @JohnCornyn ).

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

They help cities implement climate change mitigation and adaptation approaches grounded in equity. They support efforts to: reduce greenhouse gas emissions, prepare for the effects of climate change that cannot be avoided, and advance social cohesion and equity. Areas served: Chesapeake Bay (Virginia, Maryland, Washington D.C.).

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 4, 2010

. —– It’s not a surprise to any of us that social media is changing the way our organizations work, not just communicate. Joining the conversation is incredibly important if these organizations expect to change policy and change minds. Joining the conversation really means conversations.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Baltimore, Maryland: WordPress 101 and Tech Help and Consultations. Research Triangle Park, North Carolina: Crowdsourcing Change: The Social Web to Nonprofits. Baltimore, Maryland: Salesforce 101 for Nonprofits and Free Tech Help and Guidance. Naples, Florida: Tools for Effective Email Communication. Wednesday, October 4, 2017.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 3, 2018

But most nonprofits offer tangible benefits, too: The Maryland SPCA’s “Feel the warmth of a cold nose,” strikes the perfect emotional chord. Edmonton Public Library’s “Spread the words,” changes a lot with just one letter, and “Help is a four-legged word” is the perfect tag for Canine Companions for Independence. Think aspirationally.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 31, 2015

NetSquared gathers together nonprofits and activists, tech leaders and funders, and everyone who's interested in using technology for social change. Activists and community leaders will see and be given the opportunity to present on successful uses of technology for social change. Monday, September 14, 2015.

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Care2

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

Category: Social & Environmental Change. Give to the Max Day: Greater Washington raised $2,017,196 with 17,838 donations for over 1,000 nonprofits in the DC, suburban Maryland, and northern Virginia areas. How does social media change how statecraft is practiced in the 21st century? Hosted by: Razoo and AARP. Location: AARP.

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

Funder coalitions working at the city or state level can pool their resources to support data and research that backs policy change. Serini Foundation and Leigh Adams of the Ausherman Family Foundation—have been catalyzing and leading a funders’ group in Frederick, Maryland. 6) Funding or Engaging in Advocacy .

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 28, 2013

Changing terms mid-contract: The National Council of Nonprofits reports that 58% of nonprofits had the problem of a government agency changing the terms of a contract halfway through the required services. Still, changing terms mid-contract does little to help establish trust for a positive nonprofit/government relationship.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 20, 2011

Catalyzing Networks for Social Change: A Funders Guide [link] laid out a framework for assessing networks and their effectiveness and the discussion at this meeting confirmed the usefulness of the frame for looking at impact at 3 levels: connectivity, network formation, and field-level outcomes. Casey Foundation in Baltimore, Maryland.

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Care2

NOVEMBER 30, 2012

Make sure to tune in for "Measuring the Networked Nonprofit" on Tuesday, December 4th at 2pm ET, and learn about how measurement can truly help your nonprofit change the world! During her career, she has worked with leading social change organizations including the Advocacy Institute, M&R StrategicServices, and AmericaSpeaks.

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NTEN

JULY 22, 2013

Alia with Sea Change Strategies reminds you not to forget that "social media is an engagement channel" and encourages you to change the question to "what kind of relationships are we nurturing there?" Speaking of fundraising, ever ask the question, "Why is our nonprofit not raising more money on social media?" Anything we missed?

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 23, 2013

The world of journalism and news publishing is changing rapidly. That would have been the end of the story, except the University of Maryland Cancer Center that produced the half marathon worked with the owner to tell Dozer’s story and gain priceless publicity for the event. Find the newsworthy stories within your event. Share these.

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NTEN

APRIL 5, 2011

are changing. Here are some key highlights from The Changing Demographics of America by Smithsonian. And, in Maryland, Georgia, Nevada, Arizona, New York, New Jersey, Mississippi, and Florida, the percentage of non-Hispanic whites has fallen below 60 percent. The changing demographics of the U.S. So What and Who Cares?

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 29, 2016

What drives you and motivates you to create change in your community? Tell us about the change you're making in your community. states of Maryland, North Dakota, and Vermont; the Canadian province of Québec; and in any and all jurisdictions where skill contest advertising promotions are prohibited or restricted by law.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

I’ve reviewed your website but would like to confirm: Are the submission instructions you’ve listed accurate or have there been any recent changes? What is your process for selecting who you fund? The answer to these questions not only give you more clarity about the funder, but also get you started with a relationship.

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Judi Sohn

NOVEMBER 21, 2009

No, especially since we were going to an event in Maryland on Saturday morning. It’s nice to be surprised in a good way for a change. A few minutes later, he came back and announced that something was wrong with the plane and we’d have to wait for a new one. It’s about 4:30 pm now. New departure time: 6:40 pm.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 9, 2011

This past October, California joined New Jersey, Virginia, Hawaii, Vermont, and Maryland in passing legislation to create this new type of legally recognized company. Business is the most powerful force on the planet and can be a positive instrument for change.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 14, 2011

I used this an opportunity to reflect on my experience as a free agent over the years and while the tools have changed, the principles effectively using social media to fundraising for a cause have not. And while the small nonprofit, The Sharing Foundation , benefited from the prize money, there were also other benefits.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 3, 2016

When they leave here, I want my students to continue to question, learn, teach, and continue to use their education to change the world. Education as a tool to extend one’s understanding, build on shared and individual experiences, and think critically about the world. Any secondary interests? Creatively engaging with the world.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

Benefit corporations are a fairly new concept, as Maryland was the first state to allow the designation in 2010. This step includes updating your mission statement, gaining board and shareholder approval for the changes and filing the amended articles with the secretary of state.

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Forum One

MAY 27, 2008

Read More » Online Approaches for Inviting and Collecting Public Input Joe Pringle in Influence 4 Jun 2010 I was invited to present last week at the University of Marylands Human Computer Interaction Labs workshop on Government and Social Media.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Baltimore, Maryland: WordPress 101 and Tech Help Consultations. Research Triangle Park, North Carolina: Crowdsourcing Change: The Social Web to Nonprofits. O'Fallon, Missouri: Learn How to Apply for a $10,000 per Month Google AdWords Grant. San Francisco, California: Code for America Civic Hack Night. Friday, October 6, 2017.

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Forum One

MARCH 13, 2008

Read More » Online Approaches for Inviting and Collecting Public Input Joe Pringle in Influence 4 Jun 2010 I was invited to present last week at the University of Marylands Human Computer Interaction Labs workshop on Government and Social Media.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 15, 2008

Read More » Online Approaches for Inviting and Collecting Public Input Joe Pringle in Influence 4 Jun 2010 I was invited to present last week at the University of Marylands Human Computer Interaction Labs workshop on Government and Social Media.

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Forum One

MAY 27, 2009

Read More » Online Approaches for Inviting and Collecting Public Input Joe Pringle in Influence 4 Jun 2010 I was invited to present last week at the University of Marylands Human Computer Interaction Labs workshop on Government and Social Media.

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Care2

JANUARY 25, 2009

Where: United Methodist Building, 100 Maryland Ave, NE, Washington, D.C. As part of the study they are inviting people who work in community organizing and progressive activist groups to participate in an online survey and an optional follow-up phone interview. When: January 28, 2009 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Receive monthly updates.

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Have Fun - Do Good

JUNE 22, 2007

Virginia, Maryland, parts of Pennsylvania, and parts of New Jersey to its list of rBGH-free store locations. Yay for people creating positive change! Now Starbucks has added Arizona, southern Nevada, Colorado, Wyoming, Washington D.C., ethiopia starbucks oxfam starbucks holdthehormones

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Forum One

SEPTEMBER 8, 2008

Read More » Online Approaches for Inviting and Collecting Public Input Joe Pringle in Influence 4 Jun 2010 I was invited to present last week at the University of Marylands Human Computer Interaction Labs workshop on Government and Social Media.

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Forum One

SEPTEMBER 5, 2008

Read More » Online Approaches for Inviting and Collecting Public Input Joe Pringle in Influence 4 Jun 2010 I was invited to present last week at the University of Marylands Human Computer Interaction Labs workshop on Government and Social Media.

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Forum One

AUGUST 29, 2008

Read More » Online Approaches for Inviting and Collecting Public Input Joe Pringle in Influence 4 Jun 2010 I was invited to present last week at the University of Marylands Human Computer Interaction Labs workshop on Government and Social Media.

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Forum One

AUGUST 25, 2008

Read More » Online Approaches for Inviting and Collecting Public Input Joe Pringle in Influence 4 Jun 2010 I was invited to present last week at the University of Marylands Human Computer Interaction Labs workshop on Government and Social Media.

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Forum One

AUGUST 20, 2008

Read More » Online Approaches for Inviting and Collecting Public Input Joe Pringle in Influence 4 Jun 2010 I was invited to present last week at the University of Marylands Human Computer Interaction Labs workshop on Government and Social Media.

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Forum One

AUGUST 18, 2008

Read More » Online Approaches for Inviting and Collecting Public Input Joe Pringle in Influence 4 Jun 2010 I was invited to present last week at the University of Marylands Human Computer Interaction Labs workshop on Government and Social Media.

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