sgEngage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Here are some questions to ask yourself: How long does it take for your grantees to fill out your application? Do you analyze it, report it, or share it with your stakeholders? Do you use it to inform your decisions, evaluate your outcomes, or improve your practices? Does your application align with your vision?

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Application Leadership Grant Philanthropy 91

.orgSource

AUGUST 21, 2023

Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet and Google, made this comment. In the age of AI, “Leadership will be about setting the right questions, rather than just finding the right answers.” Use empathy, mentorship, and trust to forge the alliances you need for success in an interconnected world. ” That is profound wisdom.

Leadership 170

Leadership Associations Skills Digital 170

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 30, 2016

Note from Beth: I’ve been a big believer in shared knowledge and learning for the sector. IssueLab has been working for ten years to apply the age-old knowledge management question, “what if I knew what others know?” That’s why I’m so grateful they are sharing it in this guest post.

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Share Learning Knowledge Management Knowledge 70

.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

Ask probing questions, consider a variety of opinions, including ideas that may be unpopular, and insist on objective analysis. Giving every employee, no matter how junior, the opportunity to share ideas and the agency to manage their work creates an expectation for thought leadership across the organization.

Skills 221

Skills Collaboration Communication Classroom 221

Candid

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

However, I can share what we are doing at Candid to address today’s ever-changing Twitter landscape and the decision-making process behind our current thinking—with the hope this information can help you evaluate your nonprofit’s approach to a future presence on Twitter. Stay on top of the news, but don’t get too invested. .

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Twitter Social Media Nonprofit Platform 132

sgEngage

JUNE 22, 2021

All you need is a basic script of questions you’ll ask and 6-8 participants. Examples of questions include: How did you come to be involved with our organization? Google can choose a winner for you after enough data is gathered, but you can also run reports or look at Analytics data for each option to evaluate the success on your own.

Method 75

Method Research Test Analytics 75

NTEN

JUNE 10, 2011

Consider how you can support more robust knowledge sharing. By providing your stakeholders with a dedicated place to share knowledge with one another, community building happens naturally. What is a knowledge sharing network? What are some examples of knowledge sharing networks? Knowledge is a lofty word. Some are huge.

Knowledge 86

Knowledge Share Network Community 86

Forum One

MAY 25, 2023

Assess your goals for the platform, re-evaluate why you’re there, and decide if it still makes sense to actively use your Twitter account. Address key questions What are our communications and social media goals? But it’s actually important to be more vigilant now about what’s going on with your mentions, comments, and direct messages.

Government 50

Government Twitter Social Media New York 50

Museum 2.0

JUNE 25, 2014

He shares a story. This post shares some of the highlights from the project and from Anna''s research. THE RESEARCH The challenge, of course, was to figure out how to evaluate the experience in a way that would help us identify the power of the project. A man walks into a museum. He creates a visual representation of his story.

Participatory 52

Participatory Evaluation Project Museum 52

Bloomerang

AUGUST 7, 2021

Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to encourage their Development Director to take meetings with major donors. . Thanks for this question, Charity Clairity. Have a question for our Fundraising Coach?

Develop 119

Develop Gift Charity Teach 119

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Effective communication The organization took the time to craft a personalized message , sharing a success story directly related to Sarah’s interests and her past donations. The acknowledgment expressed sincere gratitude for her ongoing support and shared how her contribution would continue to transform the lives of animals in need.

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Donor History Director Survey 60

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 23, 2013

I know for myself that I don’t learn, retain, or apply when content is endlessly shared – even from expert – without a break. One technique described that I use often is “share pairs,” it makes people get it up, take that body break, and check in with someone.

Content 130

Content Learning Brain PPT 130

Qgiv

MAY 14, 2021

These questions—born out of crises—filled the nonprofit space. All these questions can be addressed with the help of a communication plan. Anyone you list as an answer to the questions above should be included in your crisis communication plan. Debrief: Once your crisis has died down it’s important to evaluate your performance.

Communication 71

Communication Build Press Social Media 71

3rd Sector Labs

AUGUST 22, 2014

We asked several interesting poll questions to open the event, and the wrapped with a Q&A session. Unfortunately, we could not answer all questions before the event closed. The purpose of this post is to share the results of both the polling and the Q&A. A few comments about the poll results. Not sure = 11%.

Data 138

Data Donor Poll Aggregator 138

Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Evaluate your volunteer program. Make sure team members know what their responsibilities are and when they will be asked to share data or reports relevant to their roles. Use your volunteer calendar or communications platform to share event logistics like the start and end times for each opportunity and their locations.

Volunteer 89

Volunteer Program Roles Training 89

NetWits

MARCH 20, 2012

In 3 seconds, you evaluate their overall look: Clothes, Hair, Smile, Approachability, Confidence and even hygiene. To make a LASTING impression, you have to make a FIRST impression. “… the colors, the layout and the presentation of headings are all evaluated before any content is actually absorbed” –Jason Gross from Smashing Magazine writes.

Websites 168

Websites Tips Evaluation Nonprofit 168

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

Here I used a classic, simple technique of asking people to share burning questions in small groups and generated a list of the themes/questions with the full group. I’m always relieved when the questions match the content, but you also have to point out where you will go deep and what may not be addressed.

Activities 105

Activities Active Activism Integration 105

Museum 2.0

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

This post shares some of the most interesting questions I''ve heard throughout these experiences. Feel free to add your own questions and answers in the comments! BROAD QUESTIONS ABOUT AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION 1. The Museum 2.0 The Museum 2.0 Why should institutions engage with people in this way?

Museum 45

Museum Question Participatory Evaluation 45

Bloomerang

JULY 10, 2023

Anecdotally, you can ask people who know the donor to share information about them. They may be evaluating their financial and philanthropic goals, and thinking of ways to leave a lasting impact. Understand the associated legal and financial implications so that you can answer any questions that may arise.

Gift 60

Gift Practice United States New York City 60

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 29, 2013

You can also tweet questions, comments, and good wishes to @DLPFexplore, using #theBetheffect – before, during, or after the Hangout. The Packard Foundation is hosting a Google Hangout and will be live from our headquarters. Google Hangout, 10/29 @3pm PST. Sign up: bit.ly/18CDKRR. Housekeeping'

Hosting 94

Hosting Google Foundation Lesson 94

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 3, 2013

I was lucky enough to find a generous data nerd who excels at Excel who was willing to share a few. That’s why I’m sharing the tips, tricks, and insider advice to transform you into a data nerd. Tweet questions to me at @annkemery , comment on Excel for Evaluation to request tutorials, or email me to request in-person training.

Data 139

Data Tutorial Chart Statistics 139

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 17, 2013

” Content curation is sifting through information on the web and organizing, filtering and making sense of it and sharing the very best content with your network. Content curation is not about sharing links as you find them. Content curation is not about sharing links as you find them.

Content 123

Content San Francisco Technique Skills 123

NTEN

SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

means to reach out and ask those nagging questions you’ve been meaning. Do you have other tips on evaluating new technologies for nonprofit techies? story on how a new technology worked or didn't Share it with us in the comments. Your allies in working. most likely dealing with similar concerns. Recognize the.

Evaluation 60

Evaluation Technology Tips AJAX 60

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 23, 2013

But, this was back in 2009 in the days when you mentioned Twitter and people would look at you with a puzzling expression or say sarcastically, “Isn’t that where people share what their cat ate for breakfast?” The Packard Foundation is hosting a Google Hangout and will be live from our headquarters. Sign up: bit.ly/18CDKRR.

Hosting 94

Hosting Google Foundation Celebrate 94

Museum 2.0

APRIL 25, 2011

This post shares some of the most interesting questions I've heard throughout these experiences. Feel free to add your own questions and answers in the comments! BROAD QUESTIONS ABOUT AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION 1. The Museum 2.0 The Museum 2.0 Why should institutions engage with people in this way?

Question 49

Question Participatory Museum Evaluation 49

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

The idea is not only for participants to acquire the skills and knowledge to host a successful giving day, but for them share and transform practices together. Storytelling or rather story sharing isn’t just for presentations , it can help build your nonprofit’s capacity. Have each member of the team share a story.

Reflection 119

Reflection Practice Results Storytelling 119

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 25, 2017

Recently, a colleague asked me a wonderful question: How did you learn to become a good facilitator and trainer? Evaluate your content, facilitation, and logistical skills against participant evaluations. Evaluate your content, facilitation, and logistical skills against participant evaluations.

Participatory 76

Participatory Facilitation Technique Asia 76

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 7, 2014

Then I build out the content and discussion questions. In reviewing the data and themes from the audience input, some terrific questions about engagement popped out: How can we become better at using social media so that our channels experience more engagement and convert people to get involved? How can we get people to talk to us?

Social Media 101

Social Media Headline Media Social 101

Have Fun - Do Good

OCTOBER 5, 2009

One of the most common questions I'm asked as a social media consultant is, "Which tool is the best?" Unfortunately, there isn't an easy answer to that question. You may be able to achieve your goal, and reach your audience simply by commenting and participating on social networks that already exist. Raise awareness?

Social Media 74

Social Media Project Question Ning 74

Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 15, 2012

You can join the conversations in the comments, or click through to the original posts to find what others are saying. " That is a question most nonprofit folks can answer pretty easily. " Now that's a different question, one that's not as simple to answer for most of us. What do you think?

Hunger 120

Hunger Web America Case Study 120

Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

These include sharing industry information, providing a code of ethics, and offering training. Consider areas the study indicates are strengths for most organizations and evaluate your association’s performance. Consider areas the study indicates are strengths for most organizations and evaluate your association’s performance.

Life 60

Life Retention Studies Benefit 60

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 14, 2012

Packard and the TCC Group collaborated on an alternative approach evaluating the foundation’s Organizational Effectiveness Program. All evaluation data was posted on a public wiki. All evaluation data was posted on a public wiki. No question about it, it also adds complexity and cost – in dollars and time.

Reflection 92

Reflection Public Learning Build 92

Classy

JULY 14, 2021

As part of our debrief of the event, we wanted to share some insights from the Classy staff who organized it. She was more than happy to share what her and her team learned about the planning and execution of a large virtual conference, and how you can apply these lessons to your nonprofit’s next event. How to Measure Success.

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Virtual Professional Marketing Fundraising 105

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 20, 2013

The idea is not only for participants to acquire the skills and knowledge to host a successful giving day, but for them share and transform practices together. Our Shared Google Documents. We used a shared Google Drive document to co-create and share tweets, Facebook posts, hashtags, bit.ly Stay tuned!”.

Social Media 118

Social Media Media Minnesota Social 118

Care2

DECEMBER 18, 2014

Hatch has five sections: Strategy , Capacity , Content , Platform , and Evaluation. Each section is designed to help you strategically craft, curate and share stories to drive social impact. As you answer questions, you will be provided with suggested tools, case studies and resources that are customized to your needs.

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Story Case Study Storytelling Profile 68

Connection Cafe

JANUARY 9, 2014

Jen initially wrote this post for me to share a highlights from a webinar we hosted: Are you asking the right questions in your post event survey? Whether your event is tomorrow or in 10 months, it’s never to late to ask your participants questions to help you improve your fundraising events. Take it away Jennifer.

Survey 34

Survey Question Fundraising Social Media 34

Museum 2.0

JULY 30, 2019

I imagine each month as a chance where we can collectively engage on ideas, and where I share this amazing platform with everyone. Think of this being a dance party, where I am happily sharing my dancing shoes. And I must really like you all because I don’t share shoes lightly. :> One comment particularly struck me.

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Museum Comment Evaluation Audience 27