Tech Soup

DECEMBER 16, 2014

This post was written by Chris Bernard, the research and editorial director for Idealware , a nonprofit that creates impartial research and written resources to help other nonprofits make smart decisions about software. But surprisingly few nonprofits are talking about open data. But other countries have mounted similar efforts.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 24, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology SaaS vs. Open Source September 24, 2008 I just finished writing a post for the Idealware blog about choosing SaaS vs. Open source. SaaS is not, by definition either proprietary or open source.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JUNE 29, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Gender, Race and Open Source June 29, 2007 My session on Free and Open Source software and the US Social Forum went great yesterday. The presentation is available on my wiki (it’s at the bottom.)

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

It’s OK to not include links in conversational tweets and replies, but even then sharing links to resources or call-to-actions (CTAs) is often appropriate and useful, especially in Twitter Threads. followers, can tweet and receive significant engagement (comments, retweets, likes) without having to engage their followers.

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Nonprofits Source

MAY 15, 2024

For example, if you launch a campaign to spread awareness of your hair salon right after you open, you might link to a page that details all of the services you offer in each of your emails and social media posts. likes, comments, and follows) Email open rates and click-through rates SEO performance (e.g.,

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

Luckily, TechSoup is here to help, with mobile-website creation tools and all the resources you need to plan and implement a solid mobile strategy. A few more reasons to pay attention to mobile: 47% of all email is opened on a mobile device ( The Next Web ). Log in to share your advice and experience in the comments.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 1, 2024

Now you have a chance to ask some open-ended questions that will help you get to know them better. Some organizations have determined donor listings are a poor use of their resources. Please let us know in the comments below. Begin by getting their permission to continue: “Do you have a moment to chat?”

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 25, 2024

You can watch the video here as well as the human curated resources shared and a Copilot created summary transcript here. Reflecting on Devi’s comment, I do believe that AI is a learning opportunity for everyone, but it is important to create psychological safety where people can ask questions and make it okay to experiment.

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Tech Soup

JULY 19, 2013

41 percent of email is now opened on a smartphone or tablet ( eConsultancy ). Lucky for you, TechSoup is has a lot of mobile resources – from useful app roundups to webinars on optimizing your website for mobile devices. Making your website adaptable to different screen signs can open up your organization to a whole new audience.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Nonprofits needed more streamlined applications and processes to get resources out the door and trust from grantmakers that they could do more and better work with fewer limitations. The comments sound harsh but I’ve heard both uttered, repeatedly. Empathy is about opening yourself up to new perspectives and learning.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2010

The final program is done through a combination of an open submission and voting process. The panel picker process has opened – so you can vote for the panels you think are worthy of being on the program until August 27th. If your panel isn’t on the list, add a link and title in the comments. How much do we share?

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2023

Storytelling opens doors and creates interest and can be coupled with an invitation to “take action” on the organization’s website which hopefully helps them acquire email addresses. Stories are powerful at opening doors and hooking people’s interest. They can also apply to Google for Nonprofits for a suite of free resources.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 1, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Open Source Database solutions part I January 1, 2007 I’m throwing up my hands. more on Open Standards and Benkler (actually, Benkler is up next – I’ve got two chapters to review).

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 1, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Open Source Database solutions part I January 1, 2007 I’m throwing up my hands. more on Open Standards and Benkler (actually, Benkler is up next – I’ve got two chapters to review).

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 27, 2012

All that you can really assume are the things that aren’t assumptions; give your community the chance to tell you their preferences and interests, and track what you can (from email opens and clicks, to actions taken) to be sure you are responding to the facts whenever possible. You know more about the tools.

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CauseVox

APRIL 22, 2021

Disclosure: Some links below are affiliate links that help support our free resources and guides. Fiverr Social Media Freelancers – If you simply don’t have the time and expertise to manage your Facebook presence, Fiverr is a great resource. Also similar to your personal profile, people may comment on your updates.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 28, 2023

As we age, we usually have more saved resources, and therefore have a greater ability to share those resources. Offer guidance and resources : Provide comprehensive information about various planned giving options, including wills / bequests. Please share in the comments section below. Find out how!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 31, 2008

One of the participants was an organization named GroundSpark which has a project called "Respect for All," that facilitates the development of inclusive, bias-free schools and communities by providing media resources, support and training to youth, educators and service providers. You moderate comments or leave it open.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

It was daring and controversial and aimed to destigmatize mental health issues and encourage open conversations. Marketing with a purpose These campaigns, delivered with a variety of budgets and resources, remind us that nonprofit marketing is not limited to selling products; it can also be a force for positive change in our communities.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 1, 2012

Some techniques and resources that the panelists shared: What is responsive web design? Lots more resources on responsive web design: - [link]. Need an organizational culture open to failure and trying new things. Let us know in the comments. Focused on maternal health and 1 year of infant’s life-. Why should you use it?

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 16, 2011

I come across so many great conversations, ideas, and resources all over the web every day. You can join the conversations in the comments, or click through to the original posts to find what others are saying. it takes them to this Quora page where they can comment or ask a question about the campaign.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 8, 2021

Grants are a great funding resource— over $50 billion dollars are awarded by foundations to charitable organizations every year. Using this research to tell an impressionable story, you can create a convincing grant application that will get your nonprofit the resources it needs. Let us know your suggestions in the comments.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

But you also want to respect your grantees’ time and resources and avoid asking them for information that you don’t use or that they have already provided elsewhere. Consider anonymizing the comments before you share them to minimize any unintended bias. The challenge isn’t knowing what to do. It’s getting buy-in.

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 26, 2024

Managing several of these channels can easily monopolize your marketing team’s time and resources. While allocating marketing resources to various offline promotional strategies is perfectly fine, abandoning your nonprofit’s digital outreach is almost always a mistake. Ensuring your content meets modern design standards.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

These are the themes I heard while attending the interesting Open Government: "Strategies and Tactics from the Playbook" event this past Monday in DC, organized by the team of Lucas Cioffi , Stephen Buckley , and Kaliya Hamlin. Here are some insights I picked up: Open Government Directive: Coming soon? Impressive. Maxine Teller.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Join me on February 22nd at 9:00 am PT for a LinkedIn Live with Zoe Amar for a conversation about taking the first step for responsible AI adoption.We’ll discuss the challenges, tips, and practical resources available.

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TechImpact

MAY 21, 2014

A tech assessment will help your nonprofit define what resources your nonprofit’s currently utilizing, what tech your nonprofit needs to complete its mission, and sometimes, even what tech you don’t need at all. Be sure to include: age, device name, manufacturer, serial numbers, and maybe a comment section for ancillary details.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 9, 2021

We are here to talk about the board’s role in fundraising and resource development, one of my favorite topics, and we got one of my favorite people also here to talk about it. But most importantly, feel free to chat in your questions and comments along the way. Close the 20 browser windows you currently have open.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 11, 2023

No matter what your mission is, you’re probably dedicating significant resources to finding potential supporters and getting that first gift. These people are already open to building a relationship with your organization. If you’re like every nonprofit on the planet, you’ve got one thing on your mind: acquiring new donors!

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 15, 2023

100 Fundraising Email Subject Lines That Will Get Donors to Open Your Email: A good fundraising email subject line makes all the difference in getting your email opened, which is the first step in getting the recipient to take the action you want them to take. Comment below and let us know!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

For example, accepting gifts of stock by opening a brokerage account, accepting Venmo donations, accepting cryptocurrency , and accepting donations from Alexa (Amazon devices). Donate your skills (graphic design, strategic planning, human resources). Take free or paid classes, courses, or webinars to learn how to fundraise.

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Non Profit Quarterly

APRIL 20, 2023

Some users are migrating to new platforms, like Post, or to decentralized, open-source services, like Mastodon. Until a 2020 overhaul of its algorithms, Meta’s content policies for Facebook and Instagram made no distinction between hate content targeting marginalized groups and comments criticizing racist White people.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 8, 2023

Allow for comments explaining their rating, which can uncover areas of improvement and highlight successful aspects of the event. Identifying Event Highlights Provide an open text box for attendees to share what they enjoyed most about the event. Share the results with the board, volunteers, and planning committee.

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Candid

JANUARY 24, 2024

550 +36% 162,288 +282% X (Twitter) 141,815 -2% 472 -73% N/A N/A Youtube 10,657 +24% 357 +52% 621,579 +184% TikTok 1,853 +437% 658 +30% 221,994 +526% *Engagement includes reactions, comments, and shares. In 2023, we experimented with different types of content like open-ended questions and graphics. Link clicks are not included.

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Amy Sample Ward

DECEMBER 9, 2010

I come across so many great conversations, ideas, and resources all over the web every day. You can join the conversations in the comments, or click through to the original posts to find what others are saying. We've produced the resource guide you've been waiting for." Who Tweets? You're in luck!

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Amy Sample Ward

JULY 29, 2010

And, I hope it will come as no surprise to any of you when I say that I’m hoping to make it an open process! This website has been a great place for me to post ideas and share lessons learned, store content from presentations, and share resources. books/publications, and other resources.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 2, 2011

I come across so many great conversations, ideas, and resources all over the web every day. You can join the conversations in the comments, or click through to the original posts to find what others are saying. " Pew: Open government is tied to higher levels of community satisfaction | Gov 2.0: Accidentally, of course.

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