Sat.Jun 29, 2013 - Fri.Jul 05, 2013

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On the Future of Braille: Thoughts by Radical Braille Advocates

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

'Guest Beneblog by Betsy Beaumon, VP and General Manager, Benetech’s Global Literacy Program. Betsy Beaumon I recently had the honor to speak at the first-ever Braille Summit , hosted on June 19-21, 2013 by the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) and Perkins School for the Blind. With the goal of promoting braille literacy, this landmark meeting brought together braille experts from around the world to Perkins’ campus in Watertown, Massachusetts.

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Now Through August 31: All Recorded Social and Mobile Media Webinars for Nonprofits Half Off!

Nonprofit Tech for Good

'All recorded webinars offered by Nonprofit Tech 2.0 are now only $25 each through August 31 on Vimeo – and then on September 1 the Vimeo channel will be deleted and Nonprofit Tech 2.0 will no longer offer recorded versions of their live webinars. Ideal for training communications and fundraising staff and volunteers and interns, please note that webinars purchased on Vimeo have a viewing period of one week.

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Digital Inclusion A Priority In Namibia

TechImpact

'The crusade for digital inclusion, an undertaking still well underway here in the United States and throughout the developed world, is also alive well in rural regions of Africa. As discussed in a recent report from Jim Lynch at Techsoup, the NGO MyDigitalBridge just recently started its work in the mostly rural nation of Namibia. … Continued The post Digital Inclusion A Priority In Namibia appeared first on Tech Impact.

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Social Media and Ethics

NCE Social Media

'I recently had an article published on the ethical use of social media. I realize ethics is one of those topics that people like to avoid because it makes us feel uncomfortable. However, it is germane to our profession as nonprofit leaders. Here’s my article: Social Media Ethics. While it has an emphasis on fundraising it can directly apply to your everyday work in nonprofits.

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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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We Have a Treaty…and It’s Great!

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

'I’ve been actively advocating for an international copyright exception model that would greatly benefit people with disabilities, as anyone who has read my blog over the years can attest! My passion at Benetech for the last twenty-five years has been making technology tools to meet the reading needs of people who are blind, dyslexic or have other print disabilities.

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November 12 Webinar: Facebook Page Best Practices for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

'Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2013. Time: 1pm-2:30 EDT. Cost: $50 or Webinar Special. How to Register: Sign up ! Presented By: Heather Mansfield. View: All Webinars for Nonprofits. This webinar covers 25 Facebook Page best practices most of which are at an intermediate to advanced level. Click-by-click, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the Facebook Page tool set and learn tips and tricks unknown to many nonprofit admins as well as gain a larger understanding of using

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Four things for 4th of July

NCE Social Media

'Since it’s the 4th of July tomorrow, here are four things that are trending in social media right now. 1) Instagram video. Earlier this summer Instagram released it’s video component to compete with Twitter’s Vine. Some say it hit Vine hard. Others say, not so fast. In my opinion I like the filters you can use on Instragram but the 15 seconds seems too long compared to Vine’s 6 seconds.

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#OceanLoveEarl Share Your Favorite Ocean Story on July 3rd for My Dad’s Online Memorial

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

'Online Memorial: July 3, 2013. In Loving Memory of Earl Kanter MD. Tweet or Facebook your favorite story about the ocean or share an ocean conservation link with #oceanLoveEarl hashtag. My Dad passed away this past week after long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s. Please join me in a special online tribute to my Dad on July 3 and share your favorite ocean story using the hastag #OceanLoveEarl.

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Five Tips for Responsive Web Design

NTEN

'Ross Berenson. Designer, Developer. MSDS. If you’ve been discussing a website redesign with just about anyone these days, you’ve no doubt heard the term “Responsive Design” come up one, or a hundred times. Responsive Design, one of the more effective ways to approach designing websites for mobile devices, is all the rage. And rightfully so. If you’ve been discussing a website redesign with just about anyone these days, you’ve no doubt heard the term “Responsive Design” come up one, or a hundred

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Nonprofits Using Tablet Apps To Improve Fundraising Abilities

TechImpact

'The use of mobile tablet devices is changing the way many nonprofits conduct fundraising activities during live events by allowing staff members to be more efficient. According to a recent post from Nonprofit Technology News, recently developed mobile applications are giving nonprofits options as they develop and improve their on-the-fly fundraising techniques.

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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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4 Top Posts in Honor of the 4th

Wild Apricot

'In honor of the 4th of July, here''s a link round-up of four posts we''ve bookmarked on Apricot Jam this week.

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When To Be A Coach. When To Be A Counselor

Eric Jacobsen Blog

'A good manager is both a coach and a counselor. Generally, coaching should precede counseling. As a coach , a manager: identifies an employee''s need for instruction and direction and this need is usually directly related to his or her performance or career goals. Coaching is collaborative. It relies on mutual, progressive goal-setting, personal feedback, and an ongoing, supportive relationship.

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It's NTC Community Voting Time!

NTEN

'It''s 14NTC Community Voting Time! The submissions are closed, the steering committee has met, and the module is in place. No hanging chads here, my friends. It''s time to raise your voice and let us know which sessions have the mettle to be included in the 14NTC breakout agenda. We have more than 350 sessions for you to choose from and only 80-100 session slots.

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Foster Relationship With Volunteers By Engaging Them Through Social Media

TechImpact

'Volunteers are an invaluable resource for most nonprofit organizations. For many nonprofits, volunteers are the life blood that keeps the organization running. According to a recent post from Socialbrite, engaging volunteers online can really pay off in the long run. Not only does it keep your current volunteers involved, but it can also often lead … Continued The post Foster Relationship With Volunteers By Engaging Them Through Social Media appeared first on Tech Impact.

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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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When Refreshing Stale Content, Relevance and “Real Time” Rule

Wild Apricot

'Here are some tips on refreshing your content and ensuring it is relevant and in “real time”.

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Ask a Nonprofit Specialist: What does the repeal of Arizona's solicitation law mean to my nonprofit?

ASU Lodestar Center

'posted by. Anne Byrne , Professional-in-Residence, ASU Lodestar Center. Question: How have the requirements for charitable solicitation registration in Arizona changed with new legislation? What does this mean for my organization? Are we still required to file annual reports? What about internet based fundraising? Are we required to register with other states?

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Ideas for Freshening Up Your Website

NTEN

'Lori Halley. Wild Apricot. When it comes to your website, first impressions really do count! So to entice visitors to respond to your call to action and keep coming back for more, you’ve got to grab their attention, then follow through with some fresh content. And while it may be a little late for an official spring cleaning, why not take advantage of a few slow summer days to freshen up your website.

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Microsoft Provides Opportunity With YouthSpark

TechImpact

'Late last year, the folks at Microsoft began a new initiative aimed at providing the world’s young people with greater opportunities for jobs and education. To do so, the software giant began the YouthSpark program, which intends to create opportunities for 300 million of the world’s young people in the next three years. In a recent … Continued The post Microsoft Provides Opportunity With YouthSpark appeared first on Tech Impact.

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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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2013 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report

Wild Apricot

'Here are some of the highlights of MGI''s 2013 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report.

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Debunking the Overhead Myth

Tech Soup

'Wha t Is the "Overhead Myth"? Nonprofits that spend more than a tiny fraction of their budget on administrative staff, fundraising, or technology infrastructure are inefficient, wasteful, or just plain greedy. Good, responsible organizations — the kind that donors and funders should invest in — are those that spend only a miniscule portion of their budget on overhead.

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Researching and Planning for a Global Nonprofit’s New Intranet: A Lesson in Understanding Your Audience

NTEN

'Beth Burghardt. Content Strategist. Saforian. The concept of “understanding your audience” is frequently thrown around in nonprofit technology discussions. But what does that really mean? It’s more than just identifying who your audience is —it’s digging deep to understand their intricate motivations and behaviors.

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More Tips To Take Advantage Of Growth In Online Giving

TechImpact

'Last week we talked about two studies from the Chronicle of Philanthropy examining the continuing growth of online giving. While overall giving grew only 1.5 percent last year, online donations rose over 15 percent. The studies, which surveyed thousands of nonprofits and examined data provided by Blackbaud, Network for Good, and Paypal, reinforced the idea that … Continued The post More Tips To Take Advantage Of Growth In Online Giving appeared first on Tech Impact.

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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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7 Ways To Delight Your Customers -- New Book

Eric Jacobsen Blog

'If you want to delight your customers, then the new book by Steve Curtin, Delight Your Customers -- 7 Simple Ways to Raise Your Customer Service from Ordinary to Extraordinary , is a must-read for you and your employees. Published just a few weeks ago, the book explains the seven ways for you and your employees to demonstrate exceptional customer service : Express genuine interest Offer sincere and specific compliments Share unique knowledge Convey authentic enthusiasm Use appropriate humor Pro

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The Making of "Product Demo - Mobile Beacon" Video

Tech Soup

'Digital Storytelling is in the air around TechSoup these days, and thanks to a grant from Symantec we have been able to experiment and create some new videos. We aimed to make this video informative, concise, and personable. While not every nonprofit needs to invest the resources to make scripted videos, we wanted to try the new format to better serve our audience, particularly the different learners coming to our site.

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It's NTC Community Voting Time!

NTEN

'Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey. Program Director. NTEN. It's NTC Community Voting Time. Cast your votes today to tell us which sessions belong on the 14NTC breakout agenda.

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Image Beats Text: Good for Museums, Tough for Me

Museum 2.0

'Over the past year, I''ve had a hazy sense that the social web is transitioning from a text-based to visual medium. Services like Tumblr, Pinterest, and Instagram are growing at incredible rates, especially with younger users. Facebook shifted its design to focus on photo and video-sharing in response to data showing that this content is shared way more frequently than text and links.

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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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New Book Loveworks Teaches How To Make Emotional Connections

Eric Jacobsen Blog

'New Book Announcement: Loveworks is researched and written by Brian Sheehan , a professor of advertising at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University in New York. Sheehan is also a former CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi in Japan and Australia, and at Team One in Los Angeles. But, before Loveworks : In 2004, Kevin Roberts, CEO Worldwide of Saatchi & Saatchi, wrote Lovemarks: the future beyond brands.

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NetSquared Local Events: Week of July 1

Tech Soup

'NetSquared Local is growing! All we need is a bit of sunlight, water and your participation for our tribe of nonprofit techies to keep expanding into new communities. NetSquared believes that the best way to build a strong, self- sufficient community of #nptech practitioners is for us to go outside and get face-to-face. We challenge you to join a NetSquared Local group or start your own !

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npVOICES – Episode #5

Connection Cafe

'npVOICES goes deeper into topics that matter in the nonprofit sector. We hope you’ll listen, comment, and share. Subscribe in iTunes Subscribe in a reader. In this episode… - Howard Lake with Fundraising UK discusses the latest fundraising trends. - Jonathan Waddingham with JustGiving talks about mobile and digital trends in the UK. - Azadi Sheridan with Blackbaud Europe covers changes impacting not-for-profits.

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Half of people give up when trying to donate by mobile

AFP Blog

'Half of people give up when trying to donate by mobile : It takes givers too long to navigate the donation process, delegates heard More than half of people who try to donate to charity online by using a mobile device never get as far as making the donation, delegates at the convention heard yesterday.

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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.