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. Share the videos with advocates to bring them close to the lawmaking process.

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sgEngage

MARCH 6, 2024

This is a story about acknowledging how there isn’t one piece of software that can solve all your problems, which is why the extensibility of your systems is so important. You just signed a multi-year contract for a new student information and learning management system (SIS/LMS) that does everything you want it to do. How cool, right?

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Consider also including gift cards to local coffee shops to allow the winner to try new spots in your community. Streaming service package. Bundle together gift cards for streaming services, popcorn, candy, and sodas to create the perfect movie night basket. Pro-bono services package. Local goods basket. Movie tickets.

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 23, 2024

You can’t be expected to be an expert on all aspects of the software, but you can call on Blackbaud experts to provide the insights and assistance you need to get the most from your products. This way, you can ensure your communications resonate with your target audience and get them to take action on behalf of your cause.

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AccelEvents

JULY 21, 2021

A leading virtual meeting platform, Accelevents is more than just a hosting solution; instead, it inspires brands to grow loyal communities and drive sustainable growth. Pre-recorded videos. Integrated live-streamed videos. With its Virtual Venue product, it can be designed to reflect the event type. Pre-recorded video.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 19, 2023

67% of nonprofits use a constituent relationship management system (CRM) to track donations and manage supporter communications. On one hand, this saves your team the time you’d spend researching products and determining which one is a worthy investment, as well as the money you’d spend making that investment.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

Lots of videos on there you can watch. I’m with Bright Street Solutions, a full-service consulting and placement firm in Birmingham, Alabama. And we provide program management services to other nonprofits. It really reiterates the community’s perspective about your project and reinforces the need for it.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 2, 2023

Are there tasks that can be delegated to volunteers without compromising the quality of your services? Utilize multiple channels to reach out to potential volunteers, including social media, local community events, and partnerships with other organizations. What skill sets are required for these tasks?

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AccelEvents

JULY 23, 2021

Especially in the increasingly digital world, live events and in-person events offer networking, grow social connections, and fuel community. . Create positive opinions about a company, brand, service, or product. Implemented as part of a broader marketing strategy, events can: Grow brand awareness.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 10, 2021

The video is a product of the partnership between Salesforce.org and Atlantic Re:think. It’s going to open up doors and help us become more effective and more efficient as we serve youth and community.”. Salesforce.org partnered with Atlantic Re:think for a film about how the Boys and Girls Clubs are powering tomorrow’s leaders.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 10, 2021

The video is a product of the partnership between Salesforce.org and Atlantic Re:think. It’s going to open up doors and help us become more effective and more efficient as we serve youth and community.”. Salesforce.org partnered with Atlantic Re:think for a film about how the Boys and Girls Clubs are powering tomorrow’s leaders.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 8, 2021

The 17th Annual Davey Awards received nearly 3,000 entries from ad agencies, digital agencies, production firms, in-house creative professionals, graphic designers, design firms, and public relations firms. Silver – Health & Health Services for Websites. Silver – Health & Health Services for Websites.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

When weighing the cost of various technology products, always check the TechSoup catalog and see if a discount is available (because there probably is!). You will also need Office 365 for key products like Word and Excel. Google products are widely used in the nonprofit and for-profit sectors.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 3, 2017

TechSoup's NetSquared community is hosting free monthly technology meetups in 74 cities globally, but with more than 39,000 members, it can be hard to get a sense of the community's needs. To be a part of a larger nonprofit community/networking. They come to us looking for practical tips and a supportive community.

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Tech Soup

MAY 19, 2017

(Please visit the site to view this video). We've had a fair number of new product donations in the TechSoup catalog recently. We thought you might like to see what's new and also some product donations that are great, but not getting enough attention. Veritas is another new gem of a product donation.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 15, 2021

These events can have a high production value, or they can be hosted through a streaming service. . Hybrid events can be a live-streamed product reveal, which is very common in the tech world, or it can be a trade show with an in-person event and an exclusive online app. . Examples of Hybrid Events.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 9, 2022

Otherwise, you can spend a lot of time being busy, but not being productive. When you set marketing systems in place, they don’t always work together like they should. A story can be as simple as a text you received from a recipient of services. Mix in more videos? Do you have compelling photos and videos?

Marketing 69

Marketing Guide Metrics Nonprofit 69

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 9, 2012

We all recognize how consumer feedback drives competition, innovation, and continual adjustments in the for profit world—who hasn’t read Amazon reviews before buying a product or Tripadvisor to research a hotel? We can improve the nonprofit sector by innovating consumer feedback systems. It’s time for change. Asking the Customer.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

From operating systems to office productivity suites to graphic design software, Microsoft has made over 250 products available for donation through TechSoup. We’re always adding new products and programs. To receive product donations from TechSoup, an organization must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or a public library.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 29, 2009

Flickr Photo by Cursed Thing Last year at this time, I was in Austin, TX doing a keynote workshop for Legal Services Corporation on the ROI of Nonprofit Technology. Community Managers should measure increased speed from word of mouth or marketing awareness, the best way to measure this is time from awareness to close –or spread of WOM.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Something to help edit photos into video? The notion motivated Jay to introduce a powerful, affordable, easy-to-use donor retention product to help mid-market nonprofits. Q: Why is an integrated donor management system so important for nonprofits? Each system has its own unique custom qualities. Cable network?

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NTEN

AUGUST 21, 2014

We''re packing, preparing, designing, and more just to make sure this first Summit lives up to the NTEN community standards. The Leading Change Summit is just 12 days away. This required us to start playing with some of the 14LCS thinking toys – we couldn''t resist! Unlike the NTC, there''s no live stream for this event.

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Byte Technology

OCTOBER 28, 2016

When it comes to choosing a Content Management System to build and manage your website, the choices available might seem a little daunting, especially to a novice just trying to get their feet wet. And that same community is constantly on guard for security flaws, viruses with component parts etc.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Here’s how the text fundraising process works: Your nonprofit chooses a text fundraising platform or service provider. Text-to-give is no different from any other form of online fundraising —its safety relies on the quality of the platform or service you use to carry out the campaign. Supporters text the keyword to your phone number.

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Twenti - Digital Marketing For Nonprofits

MAY 28, 2020

Youtube is a massive video platform with engaged viewers, which makes it a major opportunity for you to make meaningful connections with supporters. Accessing the Youtube community this way can help you to increase your outreach, and Youtube studios allow you to make an incredible professional video for your channel.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

With constantly updating operating systems, new versions of software, and more devices being used, it can sometimes be overwhelming to stay caught up — even for the most ambitious trainers! Note: our online training system is separate from TechSoup.org, so you'll need to create a username and password to access the online training.

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NTEN

MARCH 6, 2015

Every year we are wowed by the winners of the DoGooder National Video Awards and this year was no exception. This year''s prize goes to Mifos X , an open technology platform for financial inclusion that provides the core functionality needed to deliver financial services to the poor and unbanked.

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Tech Soup

JULY 30, 2013

If you're not active on the technology your community is using, how can you reach them? Video-Sharing Apps and Super Smartphone Cameras. We're all about photo- video-sharing apps here at TechSoup and think it is a great way for nonprofits to tell their story. Tablet Explosion! percent of the world smartphone market.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 27, 2013

Adobe : Adobe products aren’t just for creative professionals — with a little know-how you too can make powerful digital images and videos. Or try Adobe's Creative Suite 6 Production Premium to add visual effects and edit your videos. Flickr Pro gives you unlimited photo and video uploads and storage.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 31, 2012

Luckily, there are a lot of articles and videos available with tips, walk-throughs, and other information on getting up and running on Windows 8. Join the discussion on Windows 8 in our community forums. Microsoft has a variety of resources on its Windows 8 site to help you get started with its brand-new operating system.

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Tech Soup

MAY 30, 2014

And, feel safe with the new 2014 Bitdefender Internet Security , a product of the year with top marks from PCMag , AV-Test, and AV-Comparatives. We know that transitioning to new computers and updated operating systems can take months, but upgrading is easier than you might think. Windows XP is Done and Gone Away.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 18, 2020

S o, we polled our Blackbaud Champions for their best tips on how to manage and stay productive. This is a basic organization practice, but I find it even more important when telecommuting to help increase focus and productivity throughout the day. – Bekka Austin, Senior Services of Snohomish County. “1) as per normal.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Luckily, there are a lot of articles and videos available with tips, walk-throughs, and other information on getting up and running on Windows 8. Watch a video demo to learn about Windows 8's new features and how to navigate around the new interface. Read our comparison of the two operating systems. See Windows 8 in action!

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See3

JANUARY 15, 2008

Nonprofit organizations are encouraged to submit their videos to the contest, hosted on DoGooderTV , the video sharing platform for nonprofits. This video has been viewed over 1.5 Nonprofit organizations and their constituents are invited to submit videos used in support of a 2007 campaign. million times on YouTube.

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Nonprofits Source

JULY 9, 2018

The first use of the text to bid system was during their “Sporting Affair” event, where local celebrities, professional athlete and wish kids and their families come together to talk about the hope, strength, and joy received from a wish come true. Product Offering Based On Your Fundraising Objective. Customer Service.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 8, 2013

Luckily, there are a lot of articles and videos available with tips, walk-throughs, and other information on getting up and running on Windows 8. Watch a video demo to learn about Windows 8's new features and how to navigate around the new interface. Read our comparison of the two operating systems. See Windows 8 in action!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Organizers in local community own the agenda. Some of the lessons learned include: -Could have provided the Netsquared community with more tools to do their work like listserves, web sites, etc. I was struck by Marnie’s comments on this and ask her to explain them on a FLIP video interview. She also blogged a few thoughts.

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