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How nonprofits engaged volunteers during the COVID shutdown

ASU Lodestar Center

On the other hand, in this age of electronic networking and virtual technology, we shouldn’t say that the volunteers disappeared. And while most volunteering is traditionally in-person and face-to-face, many organizations have been hosting virtual volunteer assignments for several decades.

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Making Facebook Groups Rock for Nonprofits – Guest Post by Miriam Brosseau

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I’m also a champion for the Blue Key Campaign which is using a Facebook Group to coordinate and communicate around our work supporting the campaign. Last year, Darim Online used a Facebook Group to facilitate a virtual book club for the Networked Nonprofit. Finally, events, like docs, also have a comment stream attached.

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The Advantages Of Online Strategic Planning

fusionSpan

All of this is done virtually combining video conferencing with a collaborative tool to capture notes and ideas along the way. There are many benefits to pacing strategic planning sessions and working virtually. So for some groups Zoom and a google doc, and the occasional Jamboard, will be a perfect match.

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27 Recommended Affordable or Free Nonprofit Software Tools

Bloomerang

This includes Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Slides, Meet, and more. Explore top nonprofit solutions for virtual and in-person events. Zoom Platform overview: Zoom is a virtual meeting platform that allows teams to collaborate and gather even when working remotely. Prices vary based on the hosting provider you choose.

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33 Fun, Useful, and Totally Random Resources for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

You can either broadcast live (think of it as your own radio station) or host the messages on the Cinchcast server for later listening. Additionally, the app serves as hub to all other Google Apps, such as Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Reader, Voice, Maps, etc. It is a must download! GreatNonprofits :: greatnonprofits.org.

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31 Free And Affordable Software Options For Nonprofits On A Budget

Kindful

What it does: Gmail, Google Docs, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Google Meet— Google Workspace is a collection of Google productivity tools that help your team collaborate efficiently. Collaborate on grant applications or annual reports using Google Docs. Schedule a virtual meeting using Google Calendar and Google Meet.

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4 Ways Nonprofits Can Benefit from the Cloud

Tech Soup

This works just as well for local off-site staff members because they can access their work remotely, without the need to set up a virtual private network (VPN). For example, staff can manage vendors via Google Docs or create questionnaires via SurveyMonkey. A Green Initiative.

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