March, 2020

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Facebook Ad Strategy for Non-Profits & Charities: 9 Things to Understand and Test

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Jean O’Brien , founder of Digital Charity Lab , a social enterprise that builds digital skills in non-profits and shares free learning resources. Jean is also a freelance consultant who works on digital strategy, marketing and design for non-profits. Facebook Ads are the channel that Digital Charity Lab gets asked for the most help with, by quite a distance.

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15 Nonprofit Website Best Practices You Need to Know in 2020

Wild Apricot

Whether you're looking to refresh your nonprofit's website or create a new one from scratch, be sure to follow the latest best practices in nonprofit website design for 2020.

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Introducing our Webinar On-Demand Series

The Nerdy NonProfit

Your digital presence is more crucial than ever before. That’s why we regularly host live and on-demand webinars. Since 2018, ArcStone has been committed to helping our nonprofit friends learn more about how to engage their audiences. We know it’s difficult to stay caught up with the latest trends and best practices. We can help! Our webinars take an important topic and show you the ins-and-outs, best practices, tips for getting started, and more.

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COVID-19 Response Guide for Public Health Officials

VisionLink

Available Now: covid-local.org Visionlink's data science partner, Talus Analytics, has been working with the Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) Bio team, the Center for Global Development, and the Georgetown University Center for Global Health Science and Security to create an authoritative guide for COVID-19 response. In their words: The COVID-19 pandemic is causing significant disruptions to cities and local communities in the US and around the world.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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Nonprofit Resource Round-up: All About Raising Money

Blue Fox

Our Favorite Resources for Nonprofit Fundraisers Ahhh, fundraising. Is it an art or a science? What’s more important: relationships or branding? Are you following the 80/20 rule? How is your nonprofit adapting to digital fundraising platforms? First of all, can we get three cheers for all the fearless, passionate development peeps in this field?

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Virtual Meeting Check-Ins & Icebreakers During A Pandemic

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Meico Whitlock (Mindful Techie) leads the NTEN Board in a meditation meeting opener. I’ve been working in my pajamas since the early 1990s, during the early years of the Web. My first remote job was to work with a virtual team to manage an online network for artists, called Artswire. Since those days, I have continued to hone my virtual facilitation skills to design and deliver effective virtual meetings and trainings.

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48 Nonprofit Twitter Experts Who Tweet Great Advice

Wild Apricot

If you’re looking for nonprofit Twitter tips, here is a list of forty-eight nonprofit experts on Twitter categorized by business area (events, volunteering, marketing, and more).

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How Donorbox powers these nonprofits’ fundraising

Socialbrite

Post by Lylene Corado. Donorbox. N onprofits today have a variety of options when it comes to online fundraising. More than 30,000 organizations from 25 countries now use Donorbox’s fundraising software. Donorbox is a powerful and efficient next-generation fundraising system that allows organizations to raise more donations, implement smooth donation management, promote fundraising campaigns in a variety of ways and establish lasting relationships with donors.

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Help Colorado Now - Visionlink Tech Helps Fight COVID-19

VisionLink

Deployed by the State of Colorado, a new site for volunteers and donors is engaging helpful people across the state--by the thousands--who are heeding the Governor's call to volunteer and donate. You can join them here. Or catch up on the announcement from the Governor, and stories in the press. Governor's Office Fox News The Denver Channel, Channel 7 KKTV Channel 11 Colorado Public Radio Westword Denver Post Visionlink is honored to provide the volunteer and donation technologies to support Col

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Everyone should get to play in the (Salesforce) sandbox

Nimble AMS

Don’t get caught without a full sandbox for your Salesforce-based AMS. Your Salesforce-based association management software system should include a full sandbox. Here’s why. Considering an association management software (AMS) system built on Salesforce ? Congratulations! Salesforce is the leading CRM and cloud development platform, and it has the potential to transform your organization.

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How to Design a Seamless & Personalized Digital Donor Journey

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio

The average nonprofit uses five or more different software platforms to create their donor’s journey, making the experience clunky and disjointed. If you want to design a magical online giving experience for donors, making their journey as seamless as possible is key. In this webinar with expert Tim Sarrantonio, you’ll learn the fundamental steps to create an immersive and personalized online giving experience for your donors.

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10 Reasons to Outsource Your Nonprofit Accounting

Blue Fox

Click here for a high-resolution printable info-graphic (below)! ​Nonprofit organizations are famous for running lean when it comes to budget. But gone are the days of sacrificing service quality for cost. Here’s the secret (and it’s not so secret anymore). It’s outsourcing. A way for nonprofits to maintain control of costs AND benefit from high quality financial back office management.

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5 Ways to Use Your Smartphone for Social Good

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Kaley Aposporos , Content Writer at GoFundMe Charity. As a nonprofit, there are certain ways you can encourage your donors to use their phones for good. With these methods, your nonprofit can advocate for general philanthropy and altruism. In a few different instances, you can even point donors toward helping the cause that your nonprofit champions.

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How to Create a Crisis Communications Plan for Your Nonprofit

Wild Apricot

When a crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic strikes, is your nonprofit ready with a well thought out communications plan? Here's how to put one together.

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What You Can Learn from 6 *Brilliant* Nonprofit Marketing Campaigns of 2019

Elevation

We’re sharing a retrospective of some of our favorite marketing ideas for nonprofits from 2019 (plus a sneak peak at an amazing example of digital marketing for nonprofits from this year!). If you need help with your nonprofit marketing strategy , start by taking a moment to check out the campaigns and videos below. You’ll likely be moved to support these causes, while also gaining creative ideas you can apply to your own nonprofit marketing plan.

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Nonprofits Are Leveraging the Cloud, but Does It Have to Be So Complex?

Effectively managing cloud technology is getting more complex. From cybersecurity concerns, vendor lock-in, cost increases, or lack of transparency on costs, it can quickly get out of control. Knowing what you can control and finding a platform that’s built with nonprofits in mind is key.

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COVID-19 Infection & Quarantine Tracker

VisionLink

Community Infection & Quarantine Tracker Available Now Visionlink announces the COVID-19 Infection and Quarantine Tracker for 2-1-1s, I&R Centers, Aging Agencies, Crisis Lines and Disaster Agencies. While the CDC focuses on policy and testing certifications, and as local hospitals prepare, local communities and their public health officials need access to accurate, daily information about the numbers of residents concerned about the virus, those you are symptomatic, and those who are in

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4 helpful tips for communication during a health crisis

Nimble AMS

What to do in uncertain times when communication is key. While you hoped that you would never have to experience a crisis impacting your association, here you are. Every day brings more uncertainty with the spread of Coronavirus, and your association has a need to expand your communication. Here are four communication tips to assist associations in displaying responsiveness, partnership and kindness. 1.

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Nonprofit Resource Round-up: All About Raising Money

Blue Fox

Our Favorite Resources for Nonprofit Fundraisers Ahhh, fundraising. Is it an art or a science? What’s more important: relationships or branding? Are you following the 80/20 rule? How is your nonprofit adapting to digital fundraising platforms? First of all, can we get three cheers for all the fearless, passionate development peeps in this field?

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5 Reasons Your Board Should Switch to Google Drive

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Annisa Wanat , an independent consultant who works to strengthen the capacity of mission-driven organizations to achieve their goals more strategically by providing customized solutions in leadership, management, and communications. Most nonprofit board members volunteer because they want to support a worthy cause. While a board’s priority is always governance, its members may also be the organization’s best spokespeople, fundraisers, volunteers, and technical experts.

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Nonprofit Technology Kick Start: Free World Class Board Meeting Software

Looking for cost reductions for your nonprofit? Why not consider modernizing with a digital board management system that's designed to work with remote meetings, with immediate cost reductions if you still distribute paper packets to members? Get going in less than an hour on a fully hosted cloud solution built on the latest technology that runs on any device - from desktops to tablets and smartphones - without any installation.

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49 Free Nonprofit Webinars for April 2020

Wild Apricot

Here are all the free nonprofit webinars happening in April 2020 that the Internet has to offer.

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What are the eLearning Trends of 2020?

Gyrus

We have concluded e-learning trends of 2020 that are going to redefine the industry standards. Technologies like AR/VR/MR, and AI, will soon be used to their full potential.

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8 Awesome Nonprofit CRM Options for Your Organization [UPDATED 2020]

Elevation

Your organization should be using a CRM, or Customer Relationship Manager, to simplify some of the administrative demands. With a large number of people in your network, you can’t get by without a way to keep track of all of them. Especially as a nonprofit, keeping an accurate and updated record of your donors, volunteers, fundraisers, event attendees, etc. is crucial.

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5 things your association can automate right now

Nimble AMS

It’s time to embrace automation. Here’s how you can start today. Get ready to work more efficiently and have more time to deliver a great member experience. The idea of “automation” can seem a bit scary. Even in today’s tech-driven world, it can have people asking: “Is a computer going to take over my job?”. But to deliver a great member experience, there’s always more to do.

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Donor Engagement Guide: 8 Key Steps to Better Retain and Engage Donors

Are your donors your biggest fans, or are you lacking donor loyalty? The truth is, your donors have expectations of what their relationship with your organization should look like. This ebook will help you learn how to live up to those expectations!

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The complete guide to social media listening for nonprofits

Socialbrite

Take advantage of social media monitoring tools to advance your nonprofit’s cause. Editor’s note: Awario is offering 50% off its Pro and Enterprise plans to any nonprofit. Head over to awario.com and let the team know that Socialbrite sent you. Post by Julia Miashkova. Social Data Analyst, Awario. D oing good requires goodwill — plus the right tools.

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What Are Gaming Fundraisers and How Can They Raise Donations for Your Nonprofit?

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Kayla Matthews , writer at ProductivityTheory.com and journalist dedicated to helping others better their productivity. The rise of the livestream, combined with the growing popularity and widespread appeal of video games, has created an attractive new opportunity for charities — gaming fundraisers. These events are an exciting new kind of fundraiser in which gamers raise money for charity by livestreaming themselves playing video games.

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7 Tips on Staying Sane When You’re Working From Home

Wild Apricot

Working from home sounds great in theory, but it comes with its own challenges, especially when we're all dealing with a global pandemic. Here are some tips on how to make the most of it and stay sane in the process.

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How can nonprofits leverage volunteer engagement strategies to maximize impact?

ASU Lodestar Center

Illustration by Jocelyn Ruiz. posted by Molly Wagge, Fall 2019 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. Many charitable nonprofits rely on the help of volunteers to fulfill their missions. Whether it be packing food boxes, mentoring youth, or assisting with general office work, volunteers contribute valuable time and energy to help organizations succeed.

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Nonprofit Technology Adoption: Why It Matters and How to Be Successful

Organizations like yours are increasingly realizing that technology adoption is only as good as the technology you choose. Statistics from a 2014 NTEN study show that seriously investing resources in training for your staff corresponds to higher adoption and ultimately technology effectiveness. In this report, we’ll give you a high-level overview of how to get your organization in shape for technology adoption and best practices for facilitating this critical process.

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6 Nonprofit Storytelling Tips to Multiply the Impact of Your Charitable Marketing Strategy

Elevation

Why are stories so powerful? Humans have been telling stories for much longer than we have been writing them down. We are hardwired not only to tell our own stories, but also to be drawn to the stories of others. It is through stories that we understand new contexts, relate to one another, solidify our learning, and perhaps most importantly, enjoy ourselves in the process.

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8 ways to cut the cost of new association management software

Nimble AMS

Don’t let your new AMS implementation grow beyond the budget. AMS sticker shock? It may be time to embrace change to lower the price of your new system. Here’s how. A new association management software (AMS) system is a major investment in your organization’s future. While several factors — from the number of licenses to implementation to staff training — determine the price of the system’s cost, there are strategies to keep your AMS price from escalating beyond the budget.

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Difference between Training Management Systems vs Learning Management Systems

Gyrus

Exploring the key differences between Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Training Management Systems (TMS) is important for business owners to fulfill training goals.

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Planning a Golf Fundraiser in Uncertain Times: Technology Offers Time Savings & Flexibility

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Katie Casillas , director of marketing at GolfStatus.org , an event management platform specifically for golf fundraisers. The challenges fundraisers face in the months ahead present a complicated outlook—especially for those with budgets that rely heavily on event revenue. Will venues be open? Will supporters be willing and able to attend? Will it be socially responsible to host an event?

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Achieving Organizational Transformation: Pathways to Success

Association executives—and hopefully their boards—know that they are facing perilous times. Driven by the pace of cultural and technological change, they are experiencing major disruptions in the traditional business models that used to guide organizational growth strategies.orgSource offers a straightforward approach to navigating these changes and readying your organization for growth.