Nonprofit Tech for Good
NOVEMBER 29, 2014
'The reports listed below are just a small sampling of some of the research available to nonprofits on the subjects of online fundraising and social media. The data can be used to help your nonprofit craft a technology and fundraising strategic plan. If you would like to suggest a report be added to the list, please post the name and a link to the report in a comment below.
EveryAction
DECEMBER 2, 2014
'At last, #GivingTuesday is upon us! In case you don''t know, the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday is dedicated to giving back after all of the indulgences of the days before. Since its founding in 2012, #GivingTuesday has grown into a internationally recognized day of charity and of sharing hope + awareness around the boundless causes + endless opportunities to give back.
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TechImpact
DECEMBER 4, 2014
'Most nonprofit organizations are small. In fact, with over 7.4% of the world’s workforce employed in the nonprofit sector, a vast majority of those individuals are working as individuals, or in organizations less than 50 people. Because of their relative size, and in ability to spend money on anything but the necessities, making a purchasing […].
Beneblog: Technology Meets Society
DECEMBER 1, 2014
'Our networked world has advanced to a point where information technology is touching all aspects of society. The cost of prototyping and deploying new technology tools is now extremely low and data has the potential to accelerate social progress in areas ranging from poverty to human rights, education, health, and the environment. However, we have yet to come to grips with what is ethical and what the laws should be in relation to rapidly changing technologies.
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.
Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 5, 2014
'This week''s link round-up offers insight and ideas on: board meeting breakout sessions, tools for capturing and acting on member feedback, reinventing your events, and developing an "attitude of gratitude".
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
DECEMBER 5, 2014
'Note from Beth : Over the past six months, I’ve been on an advisory group for project that my colleague Jay Geneske at the Rockefeller Foundation has spearheaded to help build the capacity of nonprofits in storytelling skills. The Foundation recognized that a big opportunity exists between the intersection of story and technology, and launched a research project to consider the role that digital technology can play in elevating the practice of storytelling as a means to improve the wel
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See3
DECEMBER 4, 2014
'The Jewish learning institution Mechon Hadar came to See3 with a challenge. As a world-renowned influencer on Torah learning and a leader of the Partnership Minyan movement, Mechon Hadar needed a website that reflected their influence and importance. They needed a partner to update the website to a modern look, and figure out how to […]. The post MechonHadar.org: Open Source Judaism in a Modern Design appeared first on The See3 Blog.
Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 3, 2014
'This post introduces a new free guide that offers research, insights and tips on how to get members, volunteers and your board to embrace technology.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
DECEMBER 1, 2014
'I’m in Sao Paulo, Brasil to speak at Telefonica’s Conference on virtual volunteering that takes place on December 2nd (GivingTuesday). I’ll be talking about how individuals and NGOS can have a great impact by building relationships online and inspiring their networks to take action – whether volunteering, giving money,or educating others.
TechImpact
DECEMBER 1, 2014
'Who enables you to get your work done each day? Perhaps it’s a team of dedicated employees who you’ve hand selected, and meticulously trained. Or perhaps it’s your secretary or personal assistant who keeps your calendar in order, your email in check, and makes sure you’re everywhere you ned to be. However, the better question […]. The post How To Celebrate Volunteers Who Make Your Work Possible appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology.
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.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2014
'Edward M. Marshall''s book, Transforming The Way We Work -- The Power Of The Collaborative Workplace , remains relevant today, more than a decade after Marshall wrote it. Particularly useful is the book''s section that teaches readers how to be a collaborative leader. Marshall says that there are seven different, important roles and responsibilities of collaborative leaders when leading teams , and those leaders should select the appropriate style to meet the team''s needs.
Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 2, 2014
'Here''s Part 2 from highlights of our interview with Claire Kerr Zlobin, Founder and Executive Director of Life With a Baby. In this post, Claire shares revenue-generating insight and ideas.
NTEN
DECEMBER 5, 2014
'Last year, NTEN Community Champions helped to raise over $36,000 to support the NTEN Community Challenge , which enhanced NTEN''s program accessibility, including sending over 50 people to the 2014 Nonprofit Technology Conference (14NTC) and the 2014 Leading Change Summit (14LCS) with scholarships. To whom did the scholarships go, and what was the impact of your donation?
TechImpact
DECEMBER 2, 2014
'With cloud computing’s rise to prominence, immense amounts of information is undoubtedly thrown your way daily. Much of this information, however, tends to be highly technical, difficult to understand, and can seem as if obtaining an advanced degree in computer engineering is the only way to grasp some of the concepts. Today, we hope to […].
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.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
NOVEMBER 29, 2014
'With only one month left of 2014, it''s not too early to start identifying your New Year''s Resolutions for 2015. To get you started, how about selecting one or more of these 70 New Year''s resolutions for leaders? Perhaps write down five to ten and then between now and December 31, think about which couple you want to work on in 2015. Don''t micromanage Don''t be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company''s strengths
Tech Soup
DECEMBER 3, 2014
'With only a two-person IT department serving more than 200 employees and 600 volunteers, Daniel Yu, IT director for Arizona Baptist Children's Services (ABCS), has his work cut out for him. At ABCS, busy is in the job description. The organization works in a variety of areas, supporting the neediest children and families in its community. Transitional Program BBQ.
NTEN
DECEMBER 5, 2014
'Stephanie Evergreen. CEO. Evergreen Data. Explore a whole new data visualization wardrobe for 2015. May we suggest the Likert scale line? If you’re like me (and you are), as I draw the curtains on 2014 I’m thinking ahead to want I want to accomplish next year. If you’re like me (and you are), the overarching theme of my 2015 resolutions is basically to be more rockstar.
TechImpact
DECEMBER 5, 2014
'Converting leads to sales is on the minds of everyone across the business world. Whether in for-profit or nonprofit work, generating revenue is essential to keeping the lights on. Obviously. Perhaps that’s too general of a statement. However, the truth is there can’t be enough emphasis placed on generating revenue. Whether selling widgets or converting […].
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.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
NOVEMBER 30, 2014
'After reading nearly 40 books about leadership released this year, my pick for the very best is the book, The Font-Line Leader: Building a High-PerformanceOrganization from the Groumd Up , by Chris Van Gorder. This book is my top choice because it : Covers the issues most important to today''s workplace leaders Provides "real-world" and practical everyday steps you can take Gives you specific techniques and tactics Tells powerful, life-experience stories Capsulizes "Take Action" to do’s for you
Tech Soup
DECEMBER 4, 2014
'At TechSoup, I've noticed we're talking more and more about the importance of data for nonprofits. We're reflecting a larger trend in business, government, and IT to pay more attention to the plumes of information our websites, databases, PCs, and mobile devices are generating. At the same time, there is a trend among funders to be more data-driven in their quest for more evidence-based giving.
NTEN
DECEMBER 1, 2014
'High fives are in order! Here are the latest news, tips, and resources from NTEN Members. When it comes to fundraising, it pays to know your numbers. Case Foundation describes their collaborative initiative to track data on #GivingTuesday campaign efforts, tracking impact beyond the amount of donations made. There''s an app for that - actually, there''s many!
BoardAssist
DECEMBER 2, 2014
'As the end of the year draws year, it seemed a great time for us to stop and really think about the donors that make the work we all do possible. How do we properly express our appreciation for their generosity? For advice on the topic, we turned to fundraising pro Rachel Muir. Thanks for this great guest post Rachel! How to Make Your Donors Feel like Heroes.
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!
NonProfit Hub
DECEMBER 3, 2014
'This article originally appeared in our Nonprofit Hub Magazine, a free bi-monthly magazine dedicated to providing focused content on a particular topic. . In our November/December edition, we explored how to build your 2015 marketing plan. To reserve your free copy of our January/February issue on donor retention, sign up today. ————————————————. I know you know this, but it’s a point that bears repeating: Donors are typically more inspired to give for emotional reasons than logical ones.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
DECEMBER 5, 2014
'Getting feedback is an important way to improve performance at work. But sometimes, it can be hard to seek out, and even harder to hear. “Feedback is all around you. Your job is to find it, both through asking directly and observing it,” says David L. Van Rooy, author of the new book, Trajectory: 7 Career Strategies to Take You From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be.
Tech Soup
DECEMBER 1, 2014
'Children love their freedom. Going to school and playing with friends are usually the only things on a child's mind, and normally not in that order. When a serious or terminal illness hits, a child's world suddenly becomes limited to what they can access from their bed, and friends can disappear. Technology can be a window to the outside world that gives these children back some of their freedom, and becomes a companion in the process.
Care2
DECEMBER 2, 2014
'Gathering crowds to help your cause is an essential part of working in a networked world. Crowds create capital, or “go-go juice,” that can include human connections, intelligence and expertise, resources like equipment and furniture, and, of course, money. Ideas and ventures that would have been impossible when capital was scarce are now possible because of social media platforms like Kickstarter and Indiegogo.
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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.
NonProfit Hub
DECEMBER 1, 2014
'Sean Horrigan is a guest contributor for Nonprofit Hub, and a marketing/PR consultant with a track record of helping clients grow and prosper through consistent media coverage, strategic social media campaigns, killer copy and better branding. _. Nonprofits are starting to embrace inbound marketing methods as a way to attract and retain donors. Greater emphasis is being placed on creating content, building brand equity and generating positive press.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
NOVEMBER 30, 2014
'As we near the first-year anniversary of the day Nelson Mandela died, I think about my favorite Nelson Mandela leadership quotes: "Lead from the back--and let others believe they are in front." "The greatest glory in living lies not in never failing, but in rising every time we fall." "It always seems impossible until it''s done." "I like friends who have independent minds because they tend to make you see problems from all angles.
Tech Soup
DECEMBER 2, 2014
'TechSoup’s NetSquared community organizers connect nonprofits with local technology experts. Our volunteer-run events are live, free, and held monthly. The goal is to create strong, self-sufficient communities of nonprofit technology professionals (and accidental techies too!). With just one month left in 2014, now’s a good time to review NetSquared's progress.
Connection Cafe
DECEMBER 3, 2014
'The third annual #GivingTuesday was held on December 2, 2014 and the results continue to be extremely positive. Online giving for #GivingTuesday 2014 was up 36% compared to 2013. Blackbaud processed more than $26.1 million in online donations on #GivingTuesday 2014. This was up from the $19.2 million processed on #GivingTuesday in 2013. There was a 15% increase in the number of nonprofit organizations that processed an online donation on #GivingTuesday 2014 compared to 2013.
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