Michael Stein's Non-profit Technology Blog

JULY 13, 2008

But is there really a return on investment for non-profit participation on these sites? The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a 501(c)3 organization that works in the U.S. Jonathon - No, the Conservancy was not involved with the creation of (Lil) Green Patch. Jonathon - The application is supported by advertising on the site.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

A pioneer of crowdfunding and online fundraising, GlobalGiving.org is a site to study and learn from. For example, the Nature Conservancy offers both honor gifts and memorial gifts – each with their own donation page. A public search has a way of getting in front of new eyes, thus new donors and sponsors.

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Media Cause

JANUARY 10, 2023

For example, while many of your supporters may use Twitter, the platform is noticeably less friendly to merchandise marketing than a site like Instagram, which provides greater control over how your images are displayed. . These campaigns can put your website in front of relevant audiences, right at the top of the search results page.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 23, 2022

You can place these on-site at your nonprofit’s office or wherever you have permission to collect donations. Then, market the fundraiser to your supporters, encouraging them to donate their gently worn, used and new shoes at collection sites. Remember to enjoy the process as they search for and brainstorm contest ideas.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2015

In an online world where anyone or any brand can launch online fundraising campaign through third-party crowdfunding sites (such as GoFundMe and Indiegogo ), it will become increasingly important to communicate to online donors and advocates that your nonprofit is legal, valid, and an online brand to be trusted.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Hiring a Development Officer in-house is VERY competitive as one search on Idealist.org will reveal. The firm is especially committed to working with partners involved in performing arts, the environment and conservation, education, and women. Want to get your site checked for inclusive language before the end of 2021?

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Whether you’re part of an animal shelter, wildlife conservation organization, or advocacy group, these insights will help you navigate the ever-evolving world of nonprofit marketing. Additionally, write search engine optimized blog content to drive traffic to your site.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

.” It’s worth noting that beginning July 31 Google made it mandatory that all Google Profiles be public which means that your first name, last name, and profile picture will be visible when you participate in public Google Products such as Google Places, Maps, Images, Sites, etc.

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Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 5, 2008

Write a great apes species profile for the African Conservation Foundation? The UNV recently updated its site to make it easier for individuals to find online volunteer opportunities, and for organizations to post them. You can search for volunteer opportunities in English, French or Spanish by task, development topic, and region.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 8, 2012

There’s way too much marketing happening on social networking sites and not enough storytelling. To earn return on investment (ROI) from using social networking sites is a skill that requires an instinct for subtlety. See the Nature Conservancy’s Blog as an example: 10. Download the Google+ App.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 5, 2007

We've just put Google Analytics on the site, and are playing with it. Google Grants (Google.org) also did a lot of work on our Google Adwords, and searching for "Miradi" on Google brings up our ad, too. Next step is to review it with our partners in developing Miradi: groups like The Nature Conservancy, WCS and WWF.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 26, 2012

There’s way too much marketing happening on social networking sites and not enough storytelling. To earn return on investment (ROI) from using social networking sites is a skill that requires an instinct for subtlety. See the Nature Conservancy’s Blog as an example: 11. Download the Google+ App.

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Amy Sample Ward

DECEMBER 8, 2009

According to Mark Rovner and Alia McKee of Sea Change Strategies who led the recent webinar Procrastinator’s Guide to Year-End Fundraising with Kathryn Powers of Conservation International and moderated by Eric Rardin of Care2 and Rebecca Higman of Network of Good, this tactic has been helping organizations raise a lot of money.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 18, 2023

Meanwhile, your other donor, John, is passionate about wildlife conservation and often volunteers his time to help with habitat restoration projects. That site—future home of 250 new houses—is one of the few remaining habitats for many of our treasured endangered plant species. The other focuses on scientific research. You can help!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 5, 2020

Also, a quick search of “ website design trends 2020 ” will add an extra layer of creativity to your process and ensure that by the time of launch your website will include innovative and forward-thinking design elements. The most recent design of the Nature Conservancy’s website is excellent.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 5, 2011

Should you invest your time and money in building a mobile version of your site, or developing an app? The user doesn't have to go to an app store, search for your app, and download it. These are some good examples of nonprofit mobile sites. The Bronx Zoo (no word yet on what the Bronx Zoo's Cobra thinks of the mobile site).

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 2, 2010

They tend to have tens of thousands of members versus the hundreds of millions for mainstream sites. Search and select : Niche communities can be hard to find by their very nature. You can always start with a Google search but don’t forget to use group directories on WiserEarth , Ning , and Facebook.

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Forum One

JANUARY 26, 2024

As nonprofits navigate an ever-changing digital landscape, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a hot topic. How do new trends, tools, and norms affect how nonprofits should approach their SEO strategy in 2024 as they try to rank well for important keywords on Google and other search engines?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 11, 2009

When there is a need to fill a gap, the Luce Center posts a photo on its Flickr site. of a gallery case that has a “gap” in the art, includes the dimensions of the gap, and asks the public to search its online catalogue for ideas. We will then post the winning (and approved) object to the Flickr site. We are storage, after all.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 1, 2010

Or the Web site Microsoft Hohm that lets people calculate their energy footprint and get tips on conservation. Microsoft researchers are collaborating with the academic community on environmental problems, such as aggregation and visualization of complex scientific data from many sources.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 26, 2011

Finally, as a conservation organization, we’re always looking at ways to reduce our use of paper. And other people can search the location-based database to find sustainable seafood nearby. We launched a mobile site , in 2007 aimed at feature phones, and we’re developing an Android version of the app for release in 2011.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 5, 2020

If your own site isn’t pulling its weight in our new virtual fundraising environment, it’s definitely time to make a few updates. For example, Monterey Bay Aquarium’s mission statement is “To inspire conservation of the oceans.” Make sure your own site is: Mobile-optimized. Including clear, compelling calls to action.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 7, 2019

The donor uses a matching gift database to search for their employer’s matching gift policy, determining whether they are eligible to have their donation matched. The matching gift search tool informs the donor about the necessary forms required by their employer. A donor makes a donation to your organization. Step 3: Submit forms.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 21, 2014

This week, we’re talking with Ryan Chung , Bo Bell , Sol Salgar, and Carla Perez of Central Park Conservancy (CPC) in New York City. We did a complete redesign of our entire site with a small team handling the design and development from start to finish. WHAT ONE DECISION MADE A DIFFERENCE WHEN REDESIGNING THE SITE? .

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Care2

SEPTEMBER 4, 2007

60) Search « Get a Google Earth Pro License for Free! is still using dial-up (around 75 percent in rural areas) Nonprofits typically redesign their Web sites every 3-5 years, whereas in the commercial world its every 1-2 years. If the coding and HTML are outdated, the search engines wont be able to find your site as well.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Then, point people to pages on your site where they can read more. Optimize Your Website for Search Engines Search engine optimization—or “SEO”—is a valuable tactic for anyone who wants to increase traffic to their site and raise their online visibility. Are they searching for terms like “food pantries in Lakeland?”

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

Don’t include everything in your ask email—have a nice mini-site to direct them to. If making graphics is too much a strain on your organization, consider using easy-to-use sites like Canva or Piktochart to make graphics in no time. Don’t just ask them to help with providing some support materials. Say thank you.

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Care2

AUGUST 17, 2007

60) Search « Get a Google Earth Pro License for Free! is still using dial-up (around 75 percent in rural areas) Nonprofits typically redesign their Web sites every 3-5 years, whereas in the commercial world its every 1-2 years. If the coding and HTML are outdated, the search engines wont be able to find your site as well.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 19, 2007

A short case study about the Nature Conservancy uses e-metrics. Social Networking Fundraising Success article describing how different nonprofit organizations are using social networking sites to tap into a whole generation of new supporters. The parody sites are sprouting up like mushrooms. I wholeheartedly agree !

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Care2

MAY 8, 2009

People think that by creating their own social media site that everyone will just flock to them. We think of these sites as new marketing channels, albeit interactive, to use to reach our various audiences. Receive monthly updates 3 Comments | by Share Article in Marketing Research , Social Networking , Trends , Web 2.0 Thats wrong.

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Neon CRM

MAY 18, 2023

Use Google Ad Grants With Google Ads, eligible nonprofits can qualify for up to $10,000 a month in grants for search ads. Google Ads allow you to target specific search phrases and pay to have your organization’s ad displayed at the top of that phrase’s search results.

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Care2

JANUARY 13, 2012

Here's a site that already has the audience everyone wants: women and moms who make most of the household buying decisions.” Add “pin it” buttons to your blog or web site so your visitors and supporters can create their own pin boards that highlight your cause. A Creative Opportunity.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 18, 2007

looking at the ten steps and overlaying these themes in search of examples! Use Technorati , a blog search engine. While google and yahoo have blog search features, Technorati is the considered the recognized authority on tracking blogs, It finds out who is saying what right now and is currently tracking over 75.2

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 30, 2012

A social search tool that allows you to easily track mentions of your nonprofit on social networking sites, blogs, and websites. Simply enter your nonprofit’s name and Addictomatic then creates a page of all your search results for easy future reference. Alexa Top Sites :: alexa.com/topsites. It is a must download!

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Care2

NOVEMBER 20, 2008

Here are the results for the 2008 Innovator Awards: Advocacy campaign or program Honorable Mention: National Parks Conservation Association Winner: Freepress for their StopBigMedia.com campaign Over 200,000 comments sent to the FCC and Senate and overturned and FCC ruling to block monopolies in media companies.

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Care2

OCTOBER 18, 2007

Conservation International won the “Email List Growth” prize for their campaign to save sea turtles. Precept Ministries won the “Best Web Site” prize for having an excellent homepage and for effectively using pathway design to drive different audience experiences. To create a new comment, use the form below.

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Care2

MAY 31, 2007

60) Search « Think Like a Designer: Viral Video and Paradox | Main | Web Metrics Wilderness: Find Your Site Conversion Pages. The 1916 law states that the "fundamental purpose" of the park service is "to conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and the wildlife."

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