Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 4, 2020

However, our mobile devices can also be used to plan in advance and block off time to volunteer in the local community. 5) Register to vote or call your local representative. Many charities are dedicated to causes that are impacted by public policy. S tart turning screen time into a philanthropic pastime.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 31, 2023

The group a lso worked to gather support for various economic development policies. Advocacy is an integral part of the work of any association. Provide updates on ongoing policies and details on how members can volunteer with your advocacy program. Boost member communications. Leverage your online community platform.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 21, 2023

Your organization does much to advocate for industry issues—petitioning local and federal level politicians to generate support for association-backed programs. Leverage your online community. Set your advocates up in your online community platform with a specific advocacy sub-group. Make online expectations clear.

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Advocacy Online Guidelines Social Media 118

Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 26, 2022

We invited WEF attendees to take a break from the hustle and bustle by going on a guided walking tour where they would hear from students and activists about their sustainability journeys at several stops connected to climate action, on both a global and a community level.

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VisionLink

MARCH 3, 2020

Community Infection & Quarantine Tracker Available Now Visionlink announces the COVID-19 Infection and Quarantine Tracker for 2-1-1s, I&R Centers, Aging Agencies, Crisis Lines and Disaster Agencies. Because the virus has so many undefined behaviors, daily status and symptom checks are critical for local and state response planning.

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Disaster Local Policy Test 130

Bloomerang

AUGUST 4, 2023

Options include: Find a local attorney experienced in nonprofit charitable gift planning. If you have a local law firm that specializes in nonprofit law, this is a place to start. If you can’t find someone local, there are a range of law firms with this specialty. Maybe even someone local about who you were unaware!

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Gift Law Charity Guidelines 80

sgEngage

MARCH 18, 2024

These challenges, however, present opportunities for innovation and positive change, including increased collaboration among funders, a focus on community-driven solutions, and a willingness to engage in difficult—and meaningful—conversations about privilege and power.

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Philanthropy Action Structure Law 85

Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

There are definitely times when community building and even campaigning or organizing feels just like that! But, operating as a community organizer or manager is such a filling and critical role for programs, platforms and even campaigns to be successful that the idea of herding cats turns into searching youtube for cutest kitten videos.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

NetSquared’s February series exploring “Online Community Organizing” includes three different interviews; I’m really excited to participate! I work in and support nonprofit organizations, and my focus on communities isn’t to suggest that organizations are “bad” or aren’t making a difference.

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Community Organization Online Netsquared 179

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

Palo Alto Community Fund. Last evening, I had the pleasure of presenting a Networked Nonprofit mini-workshop for a group of about 50 local nonprofits and government agencies in Palo Alto hosted by the Palo Alto Community Fund. Seriously though, it is an important commentary on the tone of your social media policy.

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Policy Social Media Fund Reflection 94

sgEngage

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Last year, the murder of George Floyd sparked a national reckoning with systemic racism and an outpouring of support for communities of color as companies made commitments to Black Lives Matter. 95% of Black Americans agree that companies should promote racial equity in the workplace , but 83% said companies have more work to do.

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Data America Policy Companies 90

EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good. Ask advocates to send proclamation requests to their local leaders.

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Advocacy Local Audience Poll 143

Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Impact Labs convenes community experts, or fellows, across sectors to co-create new technology solutions to support specific issue areas. Our latest Impact Lab cohort on climate justice built an open-source tool for climate community-based organizations to access grant funding more seamlessly with the Grants Content Kit.

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Hunger Impact Puerto Rico Arkansas 93

Connection Cafe

JANUARY 28, 2020

You may think this is an odd beginning for a public policy blog, so please bear with me. And yes, public policy at the local, state, and federal levels can and will impact your ability to achieve your organization’s mission and day-to-day activities. Taking stock allows us to set new priorities and forge new paths.

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Policy Foundation Law United States 35

Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2011

Technology and Community: Strategic Options for Movement Building. How many people hear that word and think it is just as generic as the word community? To that end, siloed brands are replaced by unifying goals that rally more than select individuals but entire communities. The full keynote and presentation are below.

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EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good.  Check out our last installment here ! Don’t spread yourself thin playing where you can’t win.

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Advocacy Nonprofit Training Train 207

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. Impact Labs convenes community experts across sectors to co-create new technology solutions to support specific issue areas.

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Impact California Conservancy Bolivia 116

sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Nonprofits are often justified in their confusion about indirect costs because government agencies and foundations have different policies and rules around indirect costs, so there is more than one way to calculate a cost. For example, the community center employs 10 staff members: three are management and seven are primarily program staff.

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Rate Question Government Fund 84

Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 1, 2021

By: Kelsey Long, Project Policy Analyst for the Center for Vulnerable Populations in the Division of General and Internal Medicine at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital. Providing Diverse Communities With Affordable Veggies. V4V is good for the community, driving money into the local economy. The program is simple.

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San Francisco Tech Help Los Angeles 121

Candid

APRIL 22, 2024

I often refer to the post-World War II period, when civil and human rights movements came to the forefront, along with community-organized philanthropic organizations. Foundation, we trust those who are closest to the issues affecting their communities. Prioritizing women- and people of color-led grassroots organizations At the Ms.

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Relationship Build Organization Philanthropy 52

Qgiv

DECEMBER 12, 2023

While there are risks of accepting in-kind donations, those risks can be offset by creating firm policies and guidelines surrounding the in-kind donations your nonprofit will accept. Not all gifts are made equally, and you won’t be able to accept them all if you don’t create an in-kind donation policy. What are in-kind donations?

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Donation Guide Policy Nonprofit 93

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Community development – 3%. Research and public policy – 1%. Public media and communications – 0%. 14) 96% regularly vote in local and national elections and 37% donate to political campaigns. Education and literacy – 5%. Women and girls – 4%. Disability rights – 2%.

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. Smaller, place-based foundations are managed by individuals with deep ties to the community. Oftentimes, local government agencies and other funding organizations like United Way participate.

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Collaboration Foundation Local Philanthropy 93

Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Does the community have a strong need for this nonprofit? Make sure that by starting a new nonprofit, you’ll be able to fulfill an unmet need in the community. Does the community seem excited about your nonprofit idea? Look into relevant laws regarding starting a nonprofit in your community.

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Nonprofit Files Policy Software 80

Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 30, 2022

Every June, the LGBTQ+ community and allies come together to celebrate love and friendship, to show how far the equality movement has come, and how much more work there is to do. Progress is never linear with hate crimes and discrimination against the community rising. Whether you are part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 22, 2022

At Salesforce.org, we are proud to see how much of our community — whether it’s our employees, our partners, or the nonprofits we support — is jumping in through funding, advocacy, or volunteering. Mission: Improving air quality through community partnerships. Plant-for-the-Planet’s projects are highly local, with global impact.

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Ireland Challenge Empowerment Local 97

Kindful

JUNE 3, 2021

Many nonprofits also believe corporations should support them to be good corporate citizens and give back to their community. Community benefit? You need to know the business community and learn as much as you can about a prospect’s funding priorities before you approach them. They’re in the business of making money.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

To mitigate the impacts of this pandemic on girls and secure a better future, we’ve found that supporting locally-led initiatives works best. Profound Change Starts With Local Partners. The initiative currently supports 57 Education Champions in eight countries with the greatest need. The game-changing part of Nayla’s platform?

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Education Lebanon Nigeria Broadcast 92

Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

We’re acknowledging eight nonprofits leading the charge with dedicated fundraising campaigns as communities unite to support a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable planet. Earth Day Climate Action encourages everyone and anyone to celebrate Earth Day by becoming a steward of their local state park.

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San Diego San Francisco California Conservancy 126

Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2021

At Salesforce, our business is guided by stakeholder capitalism , a system in which corporate purpose is based on a fundamental commitment to all stakeholders — customers, employees, partners, communities, the planet, and society — rather than just shareholders. With a digital-first approach, 350.org’s

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Join online fundraising communities and ask lots of questions and monitor for great ideas. Learn how to speak publicly and eloquently about the organization and offer to speak to community organizations, mutual aid organizations, clubs, coalitions, or commissions. Do a raffle, sweepstakes, contest, or giveaway in your community.

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Fundraising Mail Law Donation 353

Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 6, 2022

And this year the theme is “Only One Earth,” highlighting the need for us all to live sustainably and in harmony with nature by making transformative changes in our policies and our choices. This transformation must happen in our communities, in our workplaces, and in ourselves. Funding Community-Led Climate Action.

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System Change Environment Global 52

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Ballet Lubbock was founded in 1969 with a mission to change lives by making life-long investments in their dancers, the community, and the arts. Donors and event participants even told Nick that they missed the sense of community made possible by the Ballet’s performances—quite a tangible return on investment.

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Texas Arts Culture Challenge 87

NonProfit Hub

JULY 3, 2020

When you have the power to influence the decision-makers in your community, you can encourage them to enact legislation or make resolutions that will positively reinforce your cause. . The more authority your organization has with the community, the more likely people are to support your mission. . Local CEOs. State Officials.

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Advocacy Strategy Fundraising Influence 90

Media Cause

APRIL 19, 2021

Climate change is real—and continues to impact everything around us, from our food to our health to our community. The environmental justice movement was started by individuals, primarily people of color, who sought to address the inequity of environmental protection in their communities, dating back to 1968. This is approximately 2.3

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Impact Hurricane California Voice 88

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Under Betsy’s guidance, Benetech is developing new software for social good enterprises to connect communities with inclusive technology: Service Net: Reshaping the social safety net in human services to better connect people to the services they need. Our board and I are looking forward to Betsy leading Benetech to even greater impact.

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Everyaction

JUNE 6, 2018

June is observed as LGBTQ Pride month to commemorate the June 1969 Stonewall Riots and celebrate the vibrant and diverse LGBTQ community. Pride Fund to End Gun Violence is a Political Action Committee (PAC) that supports candidates who will act on sensible gun policy reforms while championing LGBTQ safety and equality.

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