Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 4, 2010

So, here are some changes that I want to highlight that I hope deliver on that goal: Featured Resources : This rotating box at the top of the home page showcases resources that may have previously been buried in the site. This switch will provide you with many more options for following conversations and will also save me a bit of time!

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 4, 2010

You can read the post and join the conversation over there – it’s also copied below. The Hatcher Group , a Maryland-based public affairs and communications firm, released a great report this past Fall called New Media & Social Change: How Nonprofits are Using Web-based Technologies to Reach Their Goals (PDF).

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

The goal of the Request for Proposal (RFP) is to present your development project (or any project, really) in the context of your organization and larger goals. Quick pre-RFP conversations are very helpful for getting better quality proposals. Project Goals: It’s good to remember to have external and internal goals.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

To successfully implement changes to your grantmaking application, you need to communicate the benefits of data-driven and user-centered design to your leadership, tie the benefits to your organization’s overall goals, and involve your leadership in the decision-making process. Do you analyze it, report it, or share it with your stakeholders?

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

Throughout the last month, we've asked the NTEN community just what was on their list for resolutions and goals for 2013. Social Media management We asked about goals and resolutions via social media - from Facebook to Twitter, LinkedIn and Google+. And we saw varying amounts of response on different platforms. So be in touch!

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Have Fun - Do Good

MAY 9, 2012

I create conversations. In my experience the most fun, most good-doing conversations are the kind in which the participants not only learn about themselves and each other, but actually become themselves in the process. Sometimes – not always – the connection is prescribed and there’s a goal involved. Given room.

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CauseVox

JULY 18, 2023

Sample fundraising calendar Be sure to update your quarterly and monthly totals for the year, comparing them to your original goals. Are you on track to meet your goals? However, if you find that you’re behind on your goals, don’t worry too much. You’re either on track to meet your goals…or you’re not.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 4, 2012

For many organizations, we provide guidance or goals for using social channels to our staff, but this session was for the volunteers who want to make a difference from outside of the organization. You’ll notice that the goal is in the middle of all three because it is always the core of your success and the first step in any decision.

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

As AI technology continues to advance, it’s likely that nonprofits will increasingly rely on AI prompts to achieve their goals. Here are just a sample of a few AI tools that can boost creative output. This can lead to increased donor retention and revenue. Learn more about using AI tools to create creative content with our free course.

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Bloomerang

JULY 10, 2023

When asking for a legacy gift from a donor to your nonprofit, it’s important to approach the conversation with sensitivity and professionalism. They may be evaluating their financial and philanthropic goals, and thinking of ways to leave a lasting impact. Here are ten practical steps to help you navigate the process: 1.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 28, 2023

Here is a sample board skills assessment: Board Member Information What is your name? Are you comfortable with managing conflicts or difficult conversations? Realistic and achievable goals not only drive progress but also create a sense of accomplishment when met. What is your position on the board?

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Does thinking about meeting your year-end fundraising goal give you night sweats? It should sound like a conversation (not like a thank-you script a robot might write). Can’t say that I blame you. A lot of organizations raise as much as 50% of their budget in December alone. It’s easy but most people will skip it (to their detriment).

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 21, 2010

Next Tuesday, I’m running a webinar with NTEN discussing “More than just a community: Using communities to reach your program goals.&# As always, I hope it’s a fun and informative session, but it’ll also have space for sharing and lots of questions. I hope you’ll join me!

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Use this Complete Toolkit for Nonprofits for a sample timeline to get on track with your communications. In your planning session you’ll want to: Set a goal – What does your team want to focus on for this #GivingTuesday ? Set an ambitious yet achievable goal and make sure your team is in agreement.

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

With the recent pandemic, civil unrest and racism conversations front and center, nonprofit organizations are working overtime to serve communities deeply affected by these issues. An assessment tool can help identify strengths, challenges and gaps and help the board hold themselves accountable to reaching benchmarks and goals.

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 31, 2021

Use this Complete Toolkit for Nonprofits for a sample timeline to get on track with your communications. In your planning session you’ll want to: Set a goal – What does your team want to focus on for this #GivingTuesday ? Set an ambitious yet achievable goal and make sure your team is in agreement.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 13, 2010

View more presentations from Amy Sample Ward. You can read it for free online (or download the PDF) and it includes case studies, how-to tutorials, and lots of information about various tools that may be appropriate for your organization (after you’ve identified your goals, audience, and so on). Social Media & Philanthropy.

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Blue Fox

DECEMBER 1, 2019

.” Likewise, an operating reserve policy is meant to, “define and set goals for reserve funds, clearly describe authorization for use of reserves, and outline requirements for reporting and monitoring.” I think my operations coordinator found a sample on some website. But that’s all it is – a sample.

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Classy

MAY 12, 2021

When you’re ready to apply your learnings, download The Nonprofit’s Social Media Content Planner , for sample posts, best practices, and a template to make planning your posts a breeze. New social media platforms like TikTok and Clubhouse became conversation starters overnight in 2020. The result? Get Started With Your Free Download.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Know your audience’s goals and mindset. The Brain Donor Project’s end goal is to get you to register your brain for donation after your death—a major ask that is likely to be shocking or even offensive to some people. For those who want to skip the “conversation,” the menu is also available in the top right corner.).

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Bloomerang

JULY 28, 2021

Define your project and the project goals. These will likely include: Goals – The S.M.A.R.T. Why is this goal important? How will we objectively know we have accomplished the goal? How will we reach this goal? Relevant – How is this goal consistent with our mission, values, and strategic plan?

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 17, 2022

With a plan, you’ll: Be more productive because you’ll be working on tasks that move you toward your goals. Set an Impact Goal. What they need is an Impact Goal which is a beacon to guide you through your journey and ward off distractions. An Impact Goal defines the impact your nonprofit will make this year.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 20, 2011

We covered how to do Community Mapping (identifying the segments and goals of the community), Content Mapping (creating a plan for which content goes where, and why), and Data Tracking (pulling all the numbers together). View more presentations from Amy Sample Ward. Step 2: Define the goals that match each group. Step 2: Goals.

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M+R

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Goals + strategies. For many of our clients, our goal is not simply more revenue—it’s to expand and accelerate the pipeline. So, now that we know who our audience is, and where and how to find them, what do we send to them in order to achieve our goal? . Sample impact report from Oxfam America. . .

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 3, 2010

View more presentations from Amy Sample Ward. There’s a real difference between creating content that you then urge people to share in any online spaces they prefer vs creating safe online spaces for conversations (often in private). Connecting to Youth: Leveraging social media for work with young communities. Discussion.

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Byte Technology

MARCH 11, 2016

According to Louise Craft, digital marketing executive at Metric Mogul, Analytics “ensures marketers can make data led decisions to streamline their marketing efforts, increase their conversion rates and ultimately achieve their business goals.” Here is a sampling of some advanced features and set-up tips that Craft recommends.

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Amy Sample Ward

JULY 29, 2011

Many public media organizations are looking to use social media as a way to have conversations directly with community members. Don’t feel like you have to think of something to say, simply use what you’re hearing in your listening online to reply and join the conversation. View more presentations from Amy Sample Ward.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 7, 2009

Submitted by Amy Sample Ward, publisher of Amy Sample Ward’s Version of NPTech Hildy Gottlieb’s new book The Pollyanna Principles is a handbook for starting a revolution in social benefit organization design and practice, but it isn’t the revolution. But, that isn’t to say it’s the complete conversation. What’s the catch?

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Candid

APRIL 14, 2021

Leverage your team’s social media skills for online research and put networking skills to use in discovery conversations. Start by creating sample scripts for thank-you calls, emails, and cards and ask your team to thank your major donors. Establish a program evaluation cadence and set goals to take your program to the next level.

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NetWits

DECEMBER 1, 2010

For most men, growing a mustache generates a lot of comments, conversation, and laughter – which is the point! Sample Communications Really Help. Movember did a really good job of providing sample text for emails, pre-written tweets, and great facts to use in Facebook status updates. Being a Tease Helps.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 8, 2011

Focus on Shared Goals and Shared Ownership. Next, identify what you want to do, what your organizational goals are. Be transparent with everything: in goals, activities, membership, successes, challenges, issues within the community, and so on. View more presentations from Amy Sample Ward. Transparency.

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Forum One

JUNE 10, 2021

It might sound like a lot of work, but small steps could make a big difference in turning website visits into donor conversions, and mission-driven organizations have a lot to gain by spending time on personalizing their fundraising appeals. Step 1: Define your primary goal. The SMART approach is a great way to do this.

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Everyaction

JULY 18, 2018

But it isn’t enough to have a rough idea of messaging, an incomplete timeline, some scheduled tweets, and an arbitrary fundraising goal. Ready, set, goals! It should contain purposeful actions that aim to achieve specific fundraising goals from a diversified group of sources, and be data-driven from start to finish.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 21, 2021

A clear statement of your fundraising goal and impact A clear call to action, whether it’s a donate button or another action you would like readers to take. A story that will tug at heartstrings Your goal for the campaign and a clear impact statement A clear CTA in the form of a question, plus a donate button. Sample Campaign Plan.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 14, 2010

We’ll be facilitating a conversation, more than doing a formal presentation, and will focus on the power of crowdsourcing (using our own case study from conducting the Social Media for Social Good case study competition) and the application of social media in nonprofit program delivery. View more presentations from Amy Sample Ward.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 22, 2011

Often times the community’s ideas or needs are shared in ways that require translation, of sorts—someone that can bridge the community and organization, listening to the conversations and identifying the opportunities for the organization. Next, identify what you want to do, what your organizational goals are. Case Studies.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

The event is sold out, but they are live-streaming it ) They are crowdsourcing questions for the conversation here. Only 32 percent of respondents to our survey say their funders have been helpful to their ability to assess their progress in achieving their goals.

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