Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 7, 2013

See3 Communications and YouTube, along with the Nonprofit Technology Network, announced today the launch of the 2013 DoGooder Video Awards. Cisco is generously contributing $3500 to four contest winners. You can get more details about how to enter the contest here.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 21, 2013

Last month, during the Nonprofit Technology Conference plenary session on placing little bets and learning from failure , we issued a challenge to 1,000 nonprofits in the audience. We took all the necessary steps to become an official 501c3 and we made little changes to the event in the first year we hosted it.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Need help deciding what type of online auction your nonprofit should host? Ready to host a virtual auction? Whether you choose the Roaring 20’s or want to host an 80’s event, decade-themed fundraising auctions are some of the most fun occasions to both plan and attend. Consider hosting a virtual beach-themed auction!

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TechImpact

APRIL 17, 2014

Hosting a caption contest is a great way to drive interaction. The post Reach Farther On Your Nonprofit’s Facebook appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. Industry News Social Tech nonprofit nonprofit technology social media' Caption THIS.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 2, 2009

Well, time to get out your most awesomely-designed (yes, I did type MOST awesomely-designed) campaign materials and enter the 2009 Adobe Show Your Impact Nonprofit Design Contest ! If you're not familiar with this cool contest, check out last year's winners. See contest details for specific eligibility requirements).

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NTEN

MARCH 6, 2012

poetryslam At NTEN, we love all the various tools and technologies that help us communicate and connect with our community, ensure that all of our work and cat videos are backed up, and our data is both useable and safe. We love technology so much that every now and then we're moved to write a poem or song lyrics. We can't wait!

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Classy

JUNE 1, 2021

Despite heavy adoption of technology across the space, recent data from Forbes found that 1 in 4 nonprofits are still “not sure” how to approach their events in 2021. In fact, data has found that nonprofits who are hosting virtual events are using the same channels and tactics to steward donors as they would in the in-person setting.

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Greater Giving

MAY 28, 2021

Technically, nonprofit organizations have been hosting “hybrid” events for years. The key to hosting a successful hybrid event lies in combining these existing elements to suit both in-person guests and guests attending virtually. And be sure you have the technology and capability to broadcast your event to a remote audience.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Host a fundraising auction to raise even more. Another great way to raise money for nonprofits is to host fundraising events. But how do you host a winning fundraising event? What you need will depend on what type of event you’re hosting. Want to host a peer-to-peer fundraising event but aren’t sure how to be successful?

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

TechSoup Global, the leading technology place for nonprofits, just announced it will kick off their annual Online Digital Storytelling Challenge January 13, 2011. Last year, over 100 organizations participated, with top submissions earning prizes from Flip Video, Adobe, Flickr, and GoldMail.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 2, 2013

TechSoup Global has had a busy year so far with new ventures, exciting contests, and global recognition. TechSoup's Jim Lynch presented on a panel discussion hosted by the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Windows 8 Apps for Social Good Contest. Technology for Good Goes Global.

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Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

India Social Entrepreneurship Journey, February 2010 Contest - Please support me! This offline network, called Net Tuesdays, balances the work we do online to connect all those working at the intersection of technology and social impact. We now have over 50 cities globally hosting monthly events with many more getting started.

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NTEN

APRIL 13, 2012

This week, it’s even nicer to highlight some of the ways they're using technology, doing good, and educating the community. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to get your nonprofit ready in case of a technological disaster, take a free seminar on digital fundraising, or submit your amazing video to the nonprofit film festival.

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See3

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

The contest will award a total of $10,000 in grants, funded by the Case Foundation , to the best videos of the year found in the YouTube Nonprofit Program —a special program that YouTube designed to help nonprofits achieve their missions. ? “We Winners will be announced on April 10 at the Nonprofit Technology Conference in Atlanta. ??Visit

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sgEngage

MAY 12, 2023

The right technology solutions can streamline the entire fundraising experience, easing your nonprofit’s administrative burden and leaving donors with a positive impression of your organization. Let’s begin. Virtual Auction Software To effectively manage your charity auction , you’ll need all your tools in one place. Nonprofit’s website.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 22, 2010

The contest will award a total of $10,000 in grants, funded by the Case Foundation, to the best videos of the year found in the YouTube Nonprofit Program —a special program that YouTube designed to help nonprofits achieve their missions. Winners will be announced on April 10 at the Nonprofit Technology Conference in Atlanta.

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 28, 2010

TechSoup Global has an upcoming Digital Story Telling contest, getting orgs to put together 60 second vid’s about what they do/who they are. We’re leading up to it providing webinars and chats, but will be hosting an awards mixed reality event in February. Second Life and IRL at TechSoup HQ in SF.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 18, 2013

In a panel hosted by TechSoup, representatives from four arts organizations discussed how they are using social media in new and innovative ways to market the arts. Panelists included: Danielle Siembieda, former community engagement and special projects manager for ZERO1: The Art & Technology Network in San Jose, CA.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 12, 2010

Our very own Elliot Harmon , talented writer , blogger , forum host , poet , and all-around-good-guy was notified last week that he's won Ashoka's "Blog Your Way to Hyderabad" contest. Tags: Acquiring Technology Digital Divide Grants for Technology Staff. We're pleased as punch. Check out Elliot's winning blog post here.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

FEBRUARY 14, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Tidbits February 14, 2008 These are tidbits of things I’ve gotten recently from vendors, or gotten via feeds or twitter. Kintera opens a Developers Challenge. Setup of all three has a one time fee.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Another resource roundup comes from Kivi Leroux Miller , who hosted the August edition of the Nonprofit Blog Carnival, themed, ''Getting Along with Others'' in the nonprofit world. Sign up for NTEN''s Workshop-Technology Champion Master Class in San Francisco on September 19! Check out the plans and help get the stories heard!

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NTEN

AUGUST 17, 2012

The contest runs from August 29 until noon EDT on September 10, and hopes to uncover new ways of using mobile as a social engagement tool. While you're out shaping the future, submit a new app idea to Mozilla Ignite, an open innovation challenge hosted by Mozilla, the National Science Foundation, and NTEN member ZeroDivide.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 5, 2016

Pokémon Go’s popularity is proof that virtual reality technology isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. *. Has your organization thought about how to leverage technology like Pokémon Go? How did you get the idea to host an event? Our main activity was the photo contest. We had 20 people participate in the photo contest.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 27, 2012

Tony Martignetti Nonprofit Radio , a weekly online radio show that Tony hosts, is Big Nonprofit Ideas for the Other 95%. Scott Koegler on technology; Maria Semple on prospect research; and Gene Takagi & Emily Chan on legal. In just a few weeks, Tony is celebrating the 100th episode and has invited me to be the guest!

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Another resource roundup comes from Kivi Leroux Miller , who hosted the August edition of the Nonprofit Blog Carnival, themed, ''Getting Along with Others'' in the nonprofit world. Sign up for NTEN''s Workshop-Technology Champion Master Class in San Francisco on September 19! Check out the plans and help get the stories heard!

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Many local news organizations like to host an annual food or gift drive around the holidays. Host an auction. Auctions are fun at any time of year, but Giving Tuesday presents extra opportunities for your nonprofit to host a successful auction. On the day of, check in with your hosts to ensure things are going smoothly.

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Classy

JULY 14, 2021

The Collaborative used virtual networking happy hours, gamification and contests, and attendee-to-attendee live chat to facilitate this. Virtual Fundraising Event Production and Technology. JP helped with efforts related to the Collaborative’s use of different communication technologies and digital flow. Start in pre-production.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

If you want to learn a bit more about hosting a silent auction, check out our blog post on the eight steps to running a stellar event. You can charge a door fee, set up concessions with snacks and drinks, and even have individual contests with their own entry fees. Easter Egg Hunts Can spring really start without an Easter Egg hunt?

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NTEN

JANUARY 27, 2009

When I heard about this contest, I asked myself, "Who would I know with API coding skills and a passion for government transparency -- and who likes winning money?" > Learn more about the contest at [link]. Tags: contest NPTech nonprofit technology community buzz APIs. " Duh: the NTEN community!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 7, 2010

I got a chance to meet her face-to-face for the first time at the Nonprofit Technology Conference in 2007. I’ve added one more category to the mix called hosted. Hosted projects are ones in which an organization turns over a portion of its facilities and/or resources to present programs developed and implemented entirely by users.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 25, 2009

Lately there's lots of buzz about innovative ways that government can use new technologies share data, increase citizen visibility, and promote participation. Third, we're participating in the Apps for America Contest , sponsored by the Sunlight Foundation. The most interesting and useful application will be selected as the winner.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 9, 2020

With the shift to virtual fundraising and engagement over the past several months, technology is more important than ever before for the nonprofit sector. Virtual auctions have a few key benefits: They’re often less expensive to plan and host than traditional, in-person auctions. Live-streaming Tools.

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Tech Soup

MAY 19, 2015

I'm thrilled to say that one of our winning 2015 Green Tech Success Story Contest submissions is TechSoup member Cary Creative Center , or "C3," an organization working to save materials from the landfill by turning them into beautiful art. Getting Creative with the Help of Technology. About the Success Stories Contest.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 4, 2012

I couldn’t help but also think how powerful it would be if an organization like the Case Foundation hosted a convening of those involved with various giving days and challenges to share best practices and learning, perhaps leading to something even global. The combination of bottom up and top down strategies could be powerful.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 28, 2009

One thing we haven't really mentioned here yet, is the cool contest that Microsoft is hosting right now — specifically to benefit nonprofits and other social benefit organizations. Tags: Acquiring Technology Multimedia & Graphics Operating Systems Running Your Organization Software Using the Web and Internet Web 2.0

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Tech Soup

MARCH 5, 2014

section of TechSoup.org we launched a contest last month for great digital inclusion stories. The library hosts teen digital media classes including classes on Adobe Premier. In a rural town, teens acquiring technology skills can change lives. To kick off our new success stories. Pottsboro Area Library in Texas.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

Have a nice meal, hold a long conversation for the first time all day and venture away from the hotel to get to know our host city. The NTEN staff are great at posting the latest updates about sessions, coffee replenishment and fun contests. Bonus tip: bring cash. Follow on twitter. Bonus tip: the hashtag for the conference is #11ntc.

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