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That Page Really Does Look Different : That Page Really Does Look Different There's no need to adjust your computer screen October 2011 If you look at a nonprofit profile on GuideStar over the next couple of weeks (and if you are not logged in as a GuideStar Premium or GuideStar Charity Check subscriber), you'll see a new look. We're testing different versions of a new summary section that puts the information donors want most front and center MORE
Facebook, Twitter play different roles in connecting mobile readers to news | Pew Research Center : "Facebook sends by far the most mobile readers to news sites of any social media site, while Twitter mobile users spend more engaged time with news content, according to a new Pew Research Center analysis of audience behavior metrics from 30 news sites. MORE
It also includes a copy of Jamie’s Generational Differences in the Workplace e-book. WHOO HOO! I am super excited to share with you our brand new Generations on-demand course. MORE
Hello my name is Andrew. I''m the co-founder of VolunteerMark. I''m not a regular blog contributor but today I just wanted to reflect on some of the amazing opportunities we have been given. Thank you to all our great partners. MORE
It comes down to determining the difference between necessity and want. The post The Difference Between Being Fiscally Responsible and Pinching Pennies appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. You work for a non profit. MORE
If you’re at a small nonprofit and wear a lot of different hats, make a small step to update a donor database by doing a little each day. The post The Difference Between Profit and Profitable appeared first on Nonprofit Hub Profit isn’t a word that nonprofits feel comfortable with. MORE
Separated by just a few lines, which route you go to classify your nonprofit will have a big difference on what type of actions are legal and how you manage your finances. The post The Differences Between a 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4) and Other Tax Exemptions appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. MORE
How might you think differently about how you manage event sponsorships? Introducing Eventr.io , the event & sponsorship marketplace. MORE
Millennials are often the target demographic for many nonprofits, as they are known to be the most technologically-savvy with high adoption rates of smart phones, their value of entrepreneurship, and the belief that they can make a local difference, according to the Telefonica Survey. MORE
It doesn’t take a lot of searching on the web to find essays, posts, and articles that declare generational differences a big lie. Many of them center around Millennials, particularly because that generation has been covered in the press with many different names (Gen Y, NetGen, etc.) MORE
Success in having major gift prospects comes from having a good annual fund. … Annual Fund Direct Mail Fundraising fundraising appeals Major gifts MORE
It will make a difference not only to your bottom line, but to the meaning you have in the individual giver’s mind. Seemingly disparate organizations, but the—y all have one thing in common: they all made it personal. To be honest, I don’t care at all about Crossfit. MORE
It doesn’t take a lot of searching on the web to find essays, posts, and articles that declare generational differences a big lie. Many of them center around Millennials, particularly because that generation has been covered in the press with many different names (Gen Y, NetGen, etc.) MORE
Can ice bucketers really make a difference? Join the conversation this week as we question the notion that a viral social media campaign can lead to genuine engagement with a cause. We''ll consider the challenge, and evidence that your non-profit may be able to find much more effective tools MORE
Nonprofits Who are Making A Difference Through Play – guest post by Meghan Ventura. Note from Beth: I’ve been a fan of the Games for Change Festival since I first attended in 2006. MORE
There are dozens, maybe hundreds of nonprofit education blogs out there, but we’re trying to make our readers think a little differently. They’re helping me think differently! We aren’t the only ones urging nonprofits to think differently, to be sure. MORE
In Ohio, we called these "elephant ears." " Is that weird? Because content is our business. We can’t give it all away. Have you read the feature article in the August 2011 edition of Associations Now? MORE
The post Board Members: Making a Difference without Making the Ask [INFOGRAPHIC] appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. This post was originally featured in our May/June edition of the Nonprofit Hub Magazine. To get our next issue delivered to your mailbox, sign up here. _. MORE
However, there are many different approaches to take--as there are with blogs in general. Nik inquired as to how I feel about museum blogs. He asked: Hey Ms. what's your take on museums that keep blogs? Worthwhile? Any good ones out there? MORE
If you’re at a small nonprofit and wear a lot of different hats, make a small step to update a donor database by doing a little each day. The post The Difference Between Profit and Profitable appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Profit isn’t a word that nonprofits feel comfortable with. MORE
It came out last November, but both Mashable and eMarketer published articles talking about different pieces of the report today so I thought I’d call your attention to what’s being discussed. MORE
Branding and marketing are as different as my birthday and Christmas. Both situations may be close, but they serve a different purpose. I’m flattered to be juxtaposed with a day of such happiness for kids and families, but my birthday and Christmas are still different. MORE
Created by Daniel Sieradski. Yesterday, the New York Times published this piece about Apple’s Ban of In-App Donations To Charities which outlines this nuanced issue. MORE
The fourth post , which raised a question about two different conditions for innovation--a stable institution with slack to foster innovation, versus a hard-driving institution making change on a shoestring. I'm in Europe right now, on a mix of vacation and work. MORE
Next time someone asks you what your organization does, answer a different question. The post Next Time, Answer a Different Question appeared first on See3 It can be hard for nonprofits to land on language that describes what they do. MORE
This time around, my topic was Crowdsourcing vs Community-Sourcing, answering questions about the difference is and what the opportunities are for organizations looking to get connected outside their organization. Last week I presented for my second time with Nonprofit Webinars. MORE
Apple & Microsoft Take Different Approaches to Japan Relief: "First up, Microsoft. The company tweeted a plea on its Bing search engine Twitter account, offering to donate up to $100,000 for earthquake victims, but under one condition: that users would retweet the message, which would result in Microsoft increasing its donations by one dollar per retweet MORE
Are we actually making a difference? Try out different networks, and then decide which one will do the most for you. Flickr Photo by Yung Tsai. MORE
How can you tell the difference between these two people? Sometimes the difference isn''t even apparent to the person speaking. From the institutional standpoint, this difference matters. "I hate museums." Imagine two people saying this. MORE
In today’s digitized world, more and more companies are realizing and utilizing concepts such as Information Governance and data governance to stay on top of the competition. MORE
Digital differences | Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project : oday, differences in internet access still exist among different demographic groups, especially when it comes to access to high-speed broadband at home. The ways in which people connect to the internet are also much more varied today than they were in 2000. As a result, internet access is no longer synonymous with going online with a desktop computer. Read more MORE
Jamie opines on this topic over at AssociationSuccess.org : “One client we’re working with created an “Affiliation and Engagement” task force. Their engagement conversation wasn’t particularly focused on membership. MORE
Therefore, it’s wiser to optimize a site based on specific meanings, themes that you repeat on different pages and which search engines combine into one category. The post Do Keywords Still Make a Difference in Effective Website Search Management? MORE
It comes down to determining the difference between necessity and want. The post The Difference Between Being Fiscally Responsible and Pinching Pennies appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. You work for a non profit. MORE
Donor trips are a different take on the “major event” fundraising concept. The post Donor Trips as a Different Way of Fundraising appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Face-to-face interaction is an important aspect of any organization, especially when it comes to fundraising. MORE
Many stores I shop at reward loyalty by allowing customers to earn points for different purchases as well. MORE
Getting rejected by seven different technologies is exhausting – in relationships and in fundraising. Here are five steps to take to better accommodate the different preferences of your constituents: Make a list of all the ways you communicate with your constituents. Girl meets boy. MORE
It's these small opportunities to make a difference to our customers, our supporters, our patients, or to strangers; this is what marks us out as human. I suspect that next time that young mum is in a car park with someone in front who's struggling she might just reach into her pocket to see whether she can create a disproportionate difference with a small amount of effort. Author: James Burden. Imagine you're in the queue at the car park pay-on-exit machine. MORE
Different Ways Nonprofits Are Using Design Thinking to Solve Problems and Achieve Impact. Note from Beth: Several years ago, I was got trained in design thinking facilitation methods using Luma and have incorporated these techniques into my consulting and training practice. MORE
There is an important difference between giving your employees positive feedback and giving them praise. Positive feedback focuses on the specifics of job performance. MORE
I’m warning you – this is snarky. I was only vaguely following the brou-ha-ha over Causes leaving Myspace. Only vaguely because I don’t really keep close track of the goings on in the Social Networking space: it’s not my passion. I use them a lot, both for work as well as for personal use. I know they are becoming an increasingly important tool for nonprofits in communicating with their constituents, and so I do keep them in my peripheral vision, for sure. MORE
If we're talking about a scientist in a science museum or science center, the presentation will be completely different. A genius has just created a major body of work. Her work is monumental in her field, but her achievements are somewhat opaque to the general public. MORE
Because content is our business. We can’t give it all away. Have you read the feature article in the August 2011 edition of Associations Now? It’s called “ Map Out Your Content Strategy ” and it’s a pretty good overview of the content challenges that every association faces. For me, there is no cliche more cringe-inducing than “content is king.” Thankfully, the AN article does not include that phrase. If content were king, associations would all be royalty online. We have content. MORE
Getting rejected by seven different technologies is exhausting – in relationships and in fundraising. Here are five steps to take to better accommodate the different preferences of your constituents: Make a list of all the ways you communicate with your constituents. Girl meets boy. MORE
Difference Related Topics SocialFish
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
It doesn’t take a lot of searching on the web to find essays, posts, and articles that declare generational differences a big lie. Many of them center around Millennials, particularly because that generation has been covered in the press with many different names (Gen Y, NetGen, etc.)
VolunteerMark
JANUARY 23, 2015
Hello my name is Andrew. I''m the co-founder of VolunteerMark. I''m not a regular blog contributor but today I just wanted to reflect on some of the amazing opportunities we have been given. Thank you to all our great partners.
SocialFish
NOVEMBER 16, 2015
It doesn’t take a lot of searching on the web to find essays, posts, and articles that declare generational differences a big lie. Many of them center around Millennials, particularly because that generation has been covered in the press with many different names (Gen Y, NetGen, etc.)
VolunteerMark
SEPTEMBER 2, 2014
Can ice bucketers really make a difference? Join the conversation this week as we question the notion that a viral social media campaign can lead to genuine engagement with a cause. We''ll consider the challenge, and evidence that your non-profit may be able to find much more effective tools
NonProfit Hub
APRIL 5, 2019
There are dozens, maybe hundreds of nonprofit education blogs out there, but we’re trying to make our readers think a little differently. They’re helping me think differently! We aren’t the only ones urging nonprofits to think differently, to be sure.
SocialFish
OCTOBER 5, 2016
How might you think differently about how you manage event sponsorships? Introducing Eventr.io , the event & sponsorship marketplace.
NonProfit Hub
JUNE 12, 2015
Branding and marketing are as different as my birthday and Christmas. Both situations may be close, but they serve a different purpose. I’m flattered to be juxtaposed with a day of such happiness for kids and families, but my birthday and Christmas are still different.
SocialFish
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
It also includes a copy of Jamie’s Generational Differences in the Workplace e-book. WHOO HOO! I am super excited to share with you our brand new Generations on-demand course.
Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology
NOVEMBER 9, 2009
I’m warning you – this is snarky. I was only vaguely following the brou-ha-ha over Causes leaving Myspace. Only vaguely because I don’t really keep close track of the goings on in the Social Networking space: it’s not my passion. I use them a lot, both for work as well as for personal use. I know they are becoming an increasingly important tool for nonprofits in communicating with their constituents, and so I do keep them in my peripheral vision, for sure.
SocialFish
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
Because content is our business. We can’t give it all away. Have you read the feature article in the August 2011 edition of Associations Now? It’s called “ Map Out Your Content Strategy ” and it’s a pretty good overview of the content challenges that every association faces. For me, there is no cliche more cringe-inducing than “content is king.” Thankfully, the AN article does not include that phrase. If content were king, associations would all be royalty online. We have content.
Confessions of a Non-Profit Executive Director
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
In today’s digitized world, more and more companies are realizing and utilizing concepts such as Information Governance and data governance to stay on top of the competition.
Connection Cafe
AUGUST 27, 2014
Many stores I shop at reward loyalty by allowing customers to earn points for different purchases as well.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MARCH 28, 2019
There is an important difference between giving your employees positive feedback and giving them praise. Positive feedback focuses on the specifics of job performance.
Museum 2.0
JUNE 17, 2015
The fourth post , which raised a question about two different conditions for innovation--a stable institution with slack to foster innovation, versus a hard-driving institution making change on a shoestring. I'm in Europe right now, on a mix of vacation and work.
AFP Blog
OCTOBER 20, 2011
That Page Really Does Look Different : That Page Really Does Look Different There's no need to adjust your computer screen October 2011 If you look at a nonprofit profile on GuideStar over the next couple of weeks (and if you are not logged in as a GuideStar Premium or GuideStar Charity Check subscriber), you'll see a new look. We're testing different versions of a new summary section that puts the information donors want most front and center
NonProfit Hub
AUGUST 21, 2015
If you’re at a small nonprofit and wear a lot of different hats, make a small step to update a donor database by doing a little each day. The post The Difference Between Profit and Profitable appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Profit isn’t a word that nonprofits feel comfortable with.
Connection Cafe
APRIL 7, 2015
It will make a difference not only to your bottom line, but to the meaning you have in the individual giver’s mind. Seemingly disparate organizations, but the—y all have one thing in common: they all made it personal. To be honest, I don’t care at all about Crossfit.
Amy Sample Ward
MAY 18, 2011
This time around, my topic was Crowdsourcing vs Community-Sourcing, answering questions about the difference is and what the opportunities are for organizations looking to get connected outside their organization. Last week I presented for my second time with Nonprofit Webinars.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
MARCH 31, 2014
Nonprofits Who are Making A Difference Through Play – guest post by Meghan Ventura. Note from Beth: I’ve been a fan of the Games for Change Festival since I first attended in 2006.
SocialFish
SEPTEMBER 26, 2011
In Ohio, we called these "elephant ears." " Is that weird? Because content is our business. We can’t give it all away. Have you read the feature article in the August 2011 edition of Associations Now?
NonProfit Hub
NOVEMBER 10, 2017
Donor trips are a different take on the “major event” fundraising concept. The post Donor Trips as a Different Way of Fundraising appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Face-to-face interaction is an important aspect of any organization, especially when it comes to fundraising.
Byte Technology
JULY 13, 2015
Therefore, it’s wiser to optimize a site based on specific meanings, themes that you repeat on different pages and which search engines combine into one category. The post Do Keywords Still Make a Difference in Effective Website Search Management?
Connection Cafe
NOVEMBER 13, 2012
Success in having major gift prospects comes from having a good annual fund. … Annual Fund Direct Mail Fundraising fundraising appeals Major gifts
NonProfit Hub
AUGUST 14, 2017
It comes down to determining the difference between necessity and want. The post The Difference Between Being Fiscally Responsible and Pinching Pennies appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. You work for a non profit.
NetWits
JANUARY 14, 2011
It came out last November, but both Mashable and eMarketer published articles talking about different pieces of the report today so I thought I’d call your attention to what’s being discussed.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
MAY 5, 2017
Different Ways Nonprofits Are Using Design Thinking to Solve Problems and Achieve Impact. Note from Beth: Several years ago, I was got trained in design thinking facilitation methods using Luma and have incorporated these techniques into my consulting and training practice.
AFP Blog
APRIL 13, 2012
Digital differences | Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project : oday, differences in internet access still exist among different demographic groups, especially when it comes to access to high-speed broadband at home. The ways in which people connect to the internet are also much more varied today than they were in 2000. As a result, internet access is no longer synonymous with going online with a desktop computer. Read more
Museum 2.0
JUNE 4, 2014
How can you tell the difference between these two people? Sometimes the difference isn''t even apparent to the person speaking. From the institutional standpoint, this difference matters. "I hate museums." Imagine two people saying this.
SocialFish
AUGUST 24, 2016
Jamie opines on this topic over at AssociationSuccess.org : “One client we’re working with created an “Affiliation and Engagement” task force. Their engagement conversation wasn’t particularly focused on membership.
See What's Out There
MARCH 30, 2018
Next time someone asks you what your organization does, answer a different question. The post Next Time, Answer a Different Question appeared first on See3 It can be hard for nonprofits to land on language that describes what they do.
NonProfit Hub
JUNE 2, 2015
The post Board Members: Making a Difference without Making the Ask [INFOGRAPHIC] appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. This post was originally featured in our May/June edition of the Nonprofit Hub Magazine. To get our next issue delivered to your mailbox, sign up here. _.
Frogloop
JULY 26, 2013
Millennials are often the target demographic for many nonprofits, as they are known to be the most technologically-savvy with high adoption rates of smart phones, their value of entrepreneurship, and the belief that they can make a local difference, according to the Telefonica Survey.
NonProfit Hub
SEPTEMBER 28, 2015
It comes down to determining the difference between necessity and want. The post The Difference Between Being Fiscally Responsible and Pinching Pennies appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. You work for a non profit.
Museum 2.0
APRIL 3, 2013
If we're talking about a scientist in a science museum or science center, the presentation will be completely different. A genius has just created a major body of work. Her work is monumental in her field, but her achievements are somewhat opaque to the general public.
Connection Cafe
JULY 23, 2014
Getting rejected by seven different technologies is exhausting – in relationships and in fundraising. Here are five steps to take to better accommodate the different preferences of your constituents: Make a list of all the ways you communicate with your constituents. Girl meets boy.
Connection Cafe
JULY 23, 2014
Getting rejected by seven different technologies is exhausting – in relationships and in fundraising. Here are five steps to take to better accommodate the different preferences of your constituents: Make a list of all the ways you communicate with your constituents. Girl meets boy.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
DECEMBER 9, 2010
Created by Daniel Sieradski. Yesterday, the New York Times published this piece about Apple’s Ban of In-App Donations To Charities which outlines this nuanced issue.
AFP Blog
MAY 9, 2016
Facebook, Twitter play different roles in connecting mobile readers to news | Pew Research Center : "Facebook sends by far the most mobile readers to news sites of any social media site, while Twitter mobile users spend more engaged time with news content, according to a new Pew Research Center analysis of audience behavior metrics from 30 news sites.
NonProfit Hub
AUGUST 21, 2015
If you’re at a small nonprofit and wear a lot of different hats, make a small step to update a donor database by doing a little each day. The post The Difference Between Profit and Profitable appeared first on Nonprofit Hub Profit isn’t a word that nonprofits feel comfortable with.
Museum 2.0
MARCH 7, 2007
However, there are many different approaches to take--as there are with blogs in general. Nik inquired as to how I feel about museum blogs. He asked: Hey Ms. what's your take on museums that keep blogs? Worthwhile? Any good ones out there?
AFP Blog
MARCH 14, 2011
Apple & Microsoft Take Different Approaches to Japan Relief: "First up, Microsoft. The company tweeted a plea on its Bing search engine Twitter account, offering to donate up to $100,000 for earthquake victims, but under one condition: that users would retweet the message, which would result in Microsoft increasing its donations by one dollar per retweet
NonProfit Hub
SEPTEMBER 8, 2015
Separated by just a few lines, which route you go to classify your nonprofit will have a big difference on what type of actions are legal and how you manage your finances. The post The Differences Between a 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4) and Other Tax Exemptions appeared first on Nonprofit Hub.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
FEBRUARY 13, 2014
Are we actually making a difference? Try out different networks, and then decide which one will do the most for you. Flickr Photo by Yung Tsai.
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