Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 24, 2011
The number of low-cost or free, web-based resources and tools available to nonprofits today is astounding. So much so that many nonprofit professionals are overwhelmed by the all choices – and as the Mobile Web and related start-ups continue to grow, prepare to be mind-boggled by all the new technology options available to your nonprofit in coming years. 1. 2dCode :: 2d-code.co.uk.
NetWits
AUGUST 23, 2011
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Amy Sample Ward
AUGUST 23, 2011
I come across so many great conversations, ideas, and resources all over the web every day. Here are some of the most interesting things I’ve found recently (as of August 23rd). You can join the conversations in the comments, or click through to the original posts to find what others are saying. To follow more of the things I find online, you can follow @amysampleward on Twitter (which is just a blog and resource feed), or find me on Delicious (for all kinds of bookmarks).
VisionLink
AUGUST 26, 2011
'As part of their "Big Goal" to increase the proportion of Americans with high-quality degrees and credentials to 60% by the year 2025, Lumina Foundation has convened state legislators, policy makers, higher education leadership and representatives from 18 states in Indianapolis this week. This is important work, being done well. Too many talk too much about the importance of education.
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.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 25, 2011
I tell ya. It’s a surreal feeling to know that someone could be reading your book right now… on the subway, in a cafe, or at a park in any city, anywhere in the world. And the fact that this books exists at all really is a testament to the power social media. All this began on a fateful day in February 2005 with the launch of a Myspace Page meant solely to promote nonprofits and foster social good.
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 22, 2011
Are you tapping your Board's full potential? Here are some thoughts on the value of board development and resources to help you with your planning process for your year ahead.( read more ).
Nonprofit Technology brings together the best content for nonprofit technical enthusiasts from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
VisionLink
AUGUST 26, 2011
'Operating a 2-1-1 call center? Information and Referral? Elder care hotline or other similar solution? Then consider connecting to the National Shelter System to have information about disaster shelters at your finger tips, and for those you serve. You can have an account on the National Shelter System, or have access to the XML open shelters data feed.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 22, 2011
Foursquare recently launched the ability for brands to create Pages on Foursquare. Until then, nonprofits were limited to simply claiming their nonprofit’s Venue Page making it almost impossible to be proactive on Foursquare. However, in recent weeks the site has made a number of upgrades that have rendered the site and it’s tool set much more interesting and relevant to the nonprofit sector.
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 25, 2011
Did you know? Our support team regularly prepares videos to further assist in explaining some of the most common questions asked by Wild Apricot users, which we upload to our YouTube channel! ( read more ).
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
AUGUST 23, 2011
Creative Commons Licensed Photo from Flickr by United Nations Photo. Note from Beth: Last May, USA for UNHCR launched The Blue Key campaign as a way for U.S. residents to show their support for the 43 million refugees around the world leading up to World Refugee Day on June 20th. I was honored when Shonali Burke invited me to be a Blue Key Champion.
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.
VisionLink
AUGUST 25, 2011
'Preparing for Hurricane Irene? Be sure to keep up to date with Disaster Shelter information from the American Red Cross. Two options: a) If you have an iPhone, iPod or iPad, go to the App Store and search for "Shelter View." The application is free; it maps information about open shelters, and provides information about location, capacity and more very useful to those near the disaster area. b) Take your web browser to [link] and you can see most of the same information about shelters, capacity
ASU Lodestar Center
AUGUST 26, 2011
posted by. Laurie Mook, Ph.D. , Assistant Professor. ASU School of Community. Resources and Development. Welcome to Research Friday ! As part of a continuing weekly series, each Friday we invite a nonprofit expert to highlight a research report or study and discuss how it can inform and improve day-to-day nonprofit practice. This week, we're excited to have Dr.
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 26, 2011
Here is a brief look at the highlights from Network for Good's recently released Q1 & Q2 2011 Update to their Online Giving Index.( read more ).
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
AUGUST 24, 2011
What Does the Data Say? Tweets Into Action on Prezi. What Does the Data Say? Guest Post by George Weiner, DoSomething.Org. Note from Beth: Last week, I wrote about SoSomeThing.Org as an example of a nonprofit with a “data-driven culture.&# What initially caught my eye was the above presentation from George Weiner. I invited him to share a guest post based on his speaking notes from this wonderful presentation he presented in NYC at the Social Media for Nonprofits event the beginning of
Advertiser: Digital Ocean
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.
Care2
AUGUST 24, 2011
Whether you are part of a nonprofit organization, an action campaign, a local community, or a school, you know that it is through stories you can showcase your work, change people's minds, inspire them to make change, or join you to make a difference. As we all continue exploring the vast horizons of the internet and the social tools it offers, be sure to check out the applications that help you continue telling stories with the power of video, maps and more.
ASU Lodestar Center
AUGUST 25, 2011
posted by. Maureen Baker , Manager for Individual Giving. Musical Instrument Museum. As a member of the board of YNPN (Young Nonprofit Professionals Network) Phoenix, I have been fortunate to cross paths with some extraordinary emerging leaders, facilitators, mentors, and nonprofit sector thought leaders. As YNPN Phoenix's annual member retreat approaches, I am reminded of a powerful experience from last year's retreat that still resounds with me today.
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 25, 2011
Initial screenshots from 2012's Version 5.0 are ready to be shared! Significant changes to our CMS are coming, and we're ready to show off some of our progress.( read more ).
Have Fun - Do Good
AUGUST 24, 2011
Sometimes I think that how I volunteer, or give back has to be BIG and dramatic, like going on an international volunteer vacation, fundraising thousands of dollars, or starting a nonprofit. Anyone else feel that way? Thing is, if I'm honest with myself, I know that the most sustainable way for me to make the world a better place is by using skills I love, like writing and teaching, which can be quiet work.
Advertiser: Syncrony
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.
Care2
AUGUST 26, 2011
Over the last few weeks, we’ve shared some resources to help you get started on specific aspects of your year-end online fundraising. But really, there’s a lot you can be doing all year to increase your base of supporters, engage them in your mission, and convert them to active donors. Using the Internet to Raise Funds and Build Donor Relationships: Tools, Tips and Techniques for Boosting Donations , a new handbook from Convio, will help your organization see the big picture and crea
Tech Soup
AUGUST 23, 2011
IT consultant Bryan Beaty volunteers at a small nonprofit. Like most nonprofits, his organization is always struggling to make ends meet, and lacks the resources to support its technology as well as it would like to. After trying Google's Chromebook for his personal use, Beaty suggested that the organization try it too : A small underfunded non-profit (I volunteer there) has 11 employees.
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 25, 2011
Initial screenshots from 2012's Version 5.0 are ready to be shared! Significant changes to our CMS are coming, and we're ready to show off some of our progress. ( read more ).
NTEN
AUGUST 23, 2011
We're excited to announce that our one-day Cloud Computing Summit on August 29 will be broadcast live from San Francisco to the entire NTEN community. Thanks to the generous support of Google, we're able to bring this livestream to you for free! > Learn more and RSVP for free today. You'll gain the knowledge you need to analyze whether a transition to the Cloud makes sense for your organization.
Advertiser: DonorDock
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!
See3
AUGUST 23, 2011
Change the world, one video at a time.No Matter Who You Are, It’s Not Easy Talking About Aging | 1:06 Volunteers of America This Joan Rivers celebrity clip addresses an unexpected topic– the importance of older people talking about aging with their families. Volunteers of America produced this PSA for their Aging with Options program [.].
Tech Soup
AUGUST 22, 2011
Voices from the Community is an ongoing series of blog posts culling. popular topics of interest from the TechSoup Community Forums and other. online community channels. Organizations often find themselves outgrowing the smaller donor management software they have used for years. Switching to something with more robust offerings can be daunting, with many facets to consider and a number of reviews to sift through.
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 25, 2011
Did you know? Our support team regularly prepares videos to further assist in explaining some of the most common questions asked by Wild Apricot users, which we upload to our YouTube channel! ( read more ).
NTEN
AUGUST 25, 2011
Every e-mail marketer worth her salt knows how to calculate an overall messaging open rate: messages opened ÷ messages delivered. It's probably the easiest calculation you can make that still produces valuable information for your organization. That's why I was a little confounded when we first started using our new e-mail system, and it would spit out a report like this: An overall open rate of almost 33%?
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Forum One
AUGUST 24, 2011
Charitywater.org is an international development organization renowned for it's emphasis on content strategy. After nearly 10 years since it's formal inception, most of us in the web strategy world are really starting to understand the critical role that content strategy plays in the overall success of any web communications plan. After nearly 10 years since it's formal inception, most of us in the web strategy world are really starting to understand the critical role that content strategy plays
Tech Soup
AUGUST 26, 2011
TechSoup has partnered with goQ Software to make their writing assistance and speech recognition software, WordQ + SpeakQ , available to eligible nonprofits and libraries. These tools can help organizations that work with individuals who have general writing concerns, English language learners, people with learning disabilities or physical handicaps in typing, people with dyslexia or recovering from strokes, and even those learning literacy and spelling.
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 26, 2011
Here is a brief look at the highlights from Network for Good's recently released Q1 & Q2 2011 Update to their Online Giving Index. ( read more ).
NTEN
AUGUST 24, 2011
flickr: dnnya17 A while back, with the generous support of the Knight Foundation, a group of Nonprofit CTOs gathered in Miami to discuss the day-to-day challenges of nonprofit technology, share their success stories, and brainstorm solutions. We'll be posting highlights from this meeting of the minds on the NTEN blog. In today's installment, we tackle the CTOs' top six considerations for long-term IT planning. 1.
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