Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 23, 2023

Communication is conducted in natural language, similar to how you would converse with a friend or colleague. Provide enough context in a well-structured manner to ensure they can complete the task you ask of them. Remember, the first version of the policy doesn’t have to be perfect; initiating this conversation is key.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 4, 2023

I am absolutely loving the conversations I’m having with my guests, some of whom are clients, while many are not. These are organizations that are not going back to their pre-pandemic structures and offerings. So in October of this year, we launched the Associations Thrive podcast. What are some of the themes that are emerging?

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Qgiv

JULY 17, 2023

Provide the tools Offer folks training to increase their skills so they can hold conversations about DEI. Those in positions of power can invite traditionally excluded people to the table, but to sustain meaningful dialogue, everyone must have some skills to hold these important and often difficult conversations.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

We’ve incorporated the structure that many groups say they want. It’s not a coincidence that trust is a frequent topic of these conversations. No board will have expertise on every issue that comes their way. We’re a board of eight. That smaller size makes us nimble. The board doesn’t try to manage operations.

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Candid

AUGUST 8, 2022

In 2020, the philanthropic sector started conversations about how philanthropy can better support Black-led organizations and the Black community. Black-led and Black-benefiting organizations are experts in our communities and are aware of the root causes of the issues in our communities.

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.orgSource

JULY 10, 2023

Our books “Positioning for Success in an Era of Disruption” and “An Entrepreneurial Approach to Risk, Courage, and Transformation,” summarize those conversations. Are there conditions or issues that are impeding your ability to excel as a leader or to manage your staff? Why are these issues being ignored? For your staff?

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Candid

MARCH 28, 2023

When done well, UX research allows us to design in anticipation of our users’ needs rather than reactively correcting issues as they emerge. To stay focused on our users’ needs, we’re creating a set of persona archetypes based on in-depth conversations with current and potential users.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 4, 2023

I am absolutely loving the conversations I’m having with my guests, some of whom are clients, while many are not. These are organizations that are not going back to their pre-pandemic structures and offerings. So in October of this year, we launched the Associations Thrive podcast. What are some of the themes that are emerging?

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Non Profit Quarterly

JULY 9, 2019

This new technology allows journalists and other stakeholders to access conversations among the individuals whose day-to-day lives feel the impact of important community issues. A conversation host sits with selected members of a community and guides a conversation about important local issues.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 16, 2023

” “The conversation easily gets off-track, and before you know it, 30 minutes have passed and we haven’t even discussed important business because we’ve gotten off on a tangent again.” Or more importantly, discussing strategic issues that the Board NEEDS to be addressing? Solution: Redirect. You know David.

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fusionSpan

MAY 19, 2024

This conversation should go beyond the immediate technological needs and address long-term organizational goals, the shifting business and technology landscape, the plans in place to meet them, and any barriers, both tech-centric and not, that may be standing in your way. Can you streamline the process to make it easier to join?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

They have the courage to have conversations often considered taboo or too difficult.” Leaders who do not have an exquisite understanding of an relationship with themselves can never hope to have conversations that unlock creativity, purpose, and results with their teams.” How do you address these signs?

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Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Despite these divergences, we found great convergence around the big issues in the field. Often the loss of visitors is completely due to your structures. Maren also got the largest “wow’s” from the audience when she talked about the issue of alcohol and museum programming. They don’t know what they’re missing.

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sgEngage

MAY 30, 2024

Of course, many diverse factors contribute to retention or conversely, turnover, and the past several years have been rocky in this regard. Reveal performance wins or issues that weren’t previously on your radar. Assess your goals and incentive structures. Source new internally- or externally-facing ideas for improvements.

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Forum One

JANUARY 21, 2009

Those interested in domestic health, global health, population issues, or international development would do well to join an online conversation series hosted by the Population Reference Bureau. You might also check the archive of past conversations - PRB has been running 1-2 per month for the last couple years.

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.orgSource

MARCH 14, 2023

Sharon Rice ,orgSource, Managing Director of Business Strategy, moderated this insightful conversation. Now we’ve moved to a hybrid work structure, requiring that everyone be in office at least two days per week. Today, in Milwaukee, the group has gone on to consider public safety, another issue that’s critical for restaurants.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

A conversion-optimized donation page. Remember, the most effective nonprofit websites prioritize donors’ preferences and motivations in their design and structure. A/B testing involves creating two different versions of a webpage and assessing which drives more engagement and conversions. A conversion-optimized donation page.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 29, 2022

They have the courage to have conversations often considered taboo or too difficult.” Leaders who do not have an exquisite understanding of an relationship with themselves can never hope to have conversations that unlock creativity, purpose, and results with their teams.” How do you address these signs?

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EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

MESG Marketing Mary Getz, principal and founder Yes, it’s true—when an issue is breaking there is a flurry of activity. The former can include creating an issues-related quiz, requesting volunteer feedback through a survey, conducting a volunteer/membership drive, or asking advocates to share an image on social media.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2022

They have the courage to have conversations often considered taboo or too difficult.” Leaders who do not have an exquisite understanding of an relationship with themselves can never hope to have conversations that unlock creativity, purpose, and results with their teams.” How do you address these signs?

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

But with a little bit of structure and curiosity, it becomes a lot easier to learn and iterate to better connect with your audience. . Every cause has multiple reasons why someone should care, and depending on the size and structure of your organization, some may have more internal weight and priority than others. as an example. .

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 16, 2023

They have the courage to have conversations often considered taboo or too difficult.” Leaders who do not have an exquisite understanding of an relationship with themselves can never hope to have conversations that unlock creativity, purpose, and results with their teams.” How do you address these signs?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Few of us define ourselves by the structures we live in. And while the issue of stable housing isn’t unique to the Bay Area, as a region that’s home to global companies like Levi’s, Facebook, Uber, Apple, and yes, Salesforce, it offers a stark example of just how pervasive the problem is.

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Forum One

AUGUST 24, 2022

Changing the narrative is a significant piece in constructing and promoting narratives that challenge existing narratives and the stories to drive change for issue-based organizations, such as social justice organizations, like Color for Change, or non-profit organizations. Narratives about issues can have impacts and implications for policy.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Working with trusted community partners with deep history and expertise on grantmaking for racial equity, we responded this month by updating our special issue site on funding for racial equity. Over the last year, we’ve worked with PRE to address both issues in the recent data set update. . underlying systems and structures that?generate

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2022

They have the courage to have conversations often considered taboo or too difficult.” Leaders who do not have an exquisite understanding of an relationship with themselves can never hope to have conversations that unlock creativity, purpose, and results with their teams.” How do you address these signs?

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Forum One

MAY 23, 2024

Here are some ways to practice that effort: Active Listening Sessions I encourage structured listening sessions where team members take turns sharing their thoughts and concerns, while others actively listen without interruption. This fosters a culture of open communication and empathy within the team.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Flexibility Create goodwill by working with families when issues arise. Many families prefer to work with a third party over the potential embarrassment of direct conversations with the school. The service includes structured follow-ups to engage families until their overdue payment is made. Providing late fees for a reason.

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VisionLink

MAY 5, 2014

Many of our teams use the agile methodology Scrum as a structure, but we rely upon our experience with collaborative work to make this approach work smoothly. Stand Up Meetings When crunch time hits, short stand up meeting as part of the daily process can bring issues to the surface that would normally fall through the cracks.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 22, 2022

You can absolutely provide support to Alan and his team, and you’re well-positioned to initiate and lead these conversations. Barbara needs to remember that there’s no point in booking a meeting with Alan if the conversation is full of blame and finger-pointing. The secret is identifying the problem without making it feel personal.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 27, 2023

If your team are the type that want to know the exact number of campaign conversions that ranged a random timeframe from years ago, you may want to consider one of the more advanced options. The next step is to store this in your company’s cloud storage (Microsoft 360 or Google Drive) in a structured manner.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

PayPal Best for: Nonprofits looking for a payment processor that prioritizes digital conversions. That’s because some fee structures work better for different-sized organizations. Carefully assess your nonprofit’s needs and compare fee structures to find the right fit for your fundraising efforts. fee per transaction.

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Deborah Elizabeth Finn

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

I recently had a conversation with a friend and colleague about what I perceive to be a revolution in progress. Grant makers and nonprofit professionals are now talking openly about some very painful (and inter-related) issues in philanthropy, such as. Tools: Reflective structured dialogue. Philanthropy for change, not charity.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

While you may be addressing serious issues as part of your mission, your prospective donors might feel disillusioned if your voice is overly somber. Here’s how you can structure your nonprofit’s narrative: Beginning: Talk about the history of your nonprofit and the issue that you are trying to solve. Compassionate. Hardworking.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

As soon as people become interested in an issue, their creativity is instantly engaged. They didn’t shy away from challenges; they offered stakeholders meaningful ways to engage with the swiftly evolving issues of the day. The nonprofits that thrived were those that embraced adaptability, creativity, and quick thinking.

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Byte Technology

DECEMBER 22, 2016

One of the hallmarks of the WordPress content management system is the ability to engage a user audience and create a back-and-forth conversation of sorts in the virtual world. Regardless of why a site doesn’t foster an active comment board, there are some quick and easy ways to change the issue.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

The Stakeholders Platform and the TIGAR project were time-limited and needed to be replaced by a new structure. The ABC would wrap together efforts such as TIGAR as a sharing portal, capacity building efforts for countries trying to create accessible book services and looking at issues like licensing.

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