Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 3, 2018

Cause awareness and giving days can be very powerful themes upon which to launch online fundraising campaigns. The real-time, in-the-moment nature of cause awareness and giving days can inspire donors to give provided that your nonprofit knows how to promote the days effectively. 10: World Lion Day — #WorldLionDay.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 23, 2014

It seems like every company wants a hand in the mobile game. From apps to new devices to connected home objects that can be controlled with your phone, the market is saturated with all things mobile. So what does this mean for nonprofits, charities, and libraries? Homelessness and Mobile Technology. Or helpful?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Donors are much less likely to give through mobile apps/wallets (4%) and through text message (1%). Increased access to online and mobile giving technology in Africa, Asia, and South America will likely grow these numbers significantly in coming years. Organizations must invest in technology to stay relevant.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

What if we could have a conversation about fundraising strategy with David Ogilvy, founder of Ogilvy a leading marketing/PR firm and deemed the ‘Father of Advertising’? Make the mission or program the hero – Focus messaging on your nonprofit’s values, impact, and service.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 5, 2010

Christian Canter is doing this work as a staff person with an established nonprofit that is using social media. Mark Horvath is doing this work as “free agent.&# Says Mark, “I’m pushy, screaming loud to end poverty. Mark is distributing cards about WeAreVisible that includes examples of tweets from homeless people.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 11, 2021

posted by Josh Haynes Fall 2020 Alumnus, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. The reason that we begin with the question – How can nonprofits strategically implement digital tools to achieve impact? – Over five billion people have mobile phones, and 81% of the U.S. Illustration by Yuxin Qin.

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Qgiv

MARCH 31, 2021

Whether you lead a church, a temple, or another type of faith-based organization, fundraising is a recurring task on your to-do list. That’s where peer-to-peer fundraising comes in. Peer-to-peer fundraising is one of the most popular fundraising methods for faith-based organizations. Let’s dive into how. Download eBook.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

There is no shortage of highly talented leaders coming from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities, and many of them lead from within the nonprofit sector. They do however face unique challenges, which are numerous and varied, reflecting the complex and evolving nature of the nonprofit sector as a whole.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 31, 2022

The holidays are coming soon and that means you need to be ready to make the most of it, starting with getting your nonprofit website spiffed up, donor friendly, and ready to receive donations. You see, many donor prospects will check out your nonprofit online before they donate to see who you are, what you do, and how you make a difference.

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Qgiv

APRIL 28, 2021

While virtual fundraising was already gaining traction pre-pandemic, it certainly became a dominating force during the pandemic. These recurring donations can really add for education nonprofits, since monthly donors give 42% more in one year than one-time donors! Use Data From Past Events to Set New Fundraising Goals.

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Qgiv

JULY 8, 2021

What is meant to be always finds a way, and that proved to be the case with Brother Wolf Animal Rescue’s annual Puppygram fundraiser! Like many other nonprofits, Brother Wolf was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. They saw an increase in the total number of Puppygrams and met their $5,000 fundraising goal. The Outcome.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

In the modern fundraising world, creating an online fundraising strategy is essential to the success of your nonprofit. As the world continues to grapple with the ups and downs of COVID-19, it’s essential to meet your donors where they’re most comfortable, and that means coming up with inventive online fundraising ideas.

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Qgiv

JUNE 22, 2021

Did you know that almost 70% of nonprofits are planning to incorporate virtual elements into their events in some way, whether that’s with hybrid events, virtual-only events, or a combination of all of them? Need virtual fundraising ideas? Virtual Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Ideas. Download PDF.

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CauseVox

MAY 20, 2022

A donation page is one of the most important components of your website and can make or break your fundraising. For instance, $500 can provide school supplies for 10 kids experiencing homelessness for 1 month. Mobile-optimized. When you’re raising money, getting visitors to your website is only the first step.

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Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

Now that we’re entering a new post-COVID era, nonprofit leaders need to think about what virtual fundraising will look like in the future. In our 2020 Navigating the Unknown Report , we found that over 50% of nonprofits pivoted to virtual events last year. It looks like virtual fundraising is here to stay!

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

With thousands dead and more now homeless as a result of these earthquakes, it’s imperative that relief organizations mobilize quickly to help stabilize the situation in Turkey and Syria. The devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria have left massive casualties in its wake. Check back periodically for updates!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 20, 2012

The cute animal theory has not gone unnoticed by nonprofits, even those that are not animal welfare organizations, zoos or aquariums are sharing content featuring cute animals on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. And now, mobile. Best Friends has just launched a fun mobile app. ” The Android version is coming soon!

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

“Where do I look to find grants for my nonprofit?” It’s a burning question so many nonprofits have, and to be honest, I can’t say that I blame them! Think about it: what could your nonprofit do right now with a $5,000 check?? (I Getting grant funds is REALLY exciting! For one, it’s usually a lot of money. Create a list of needs.

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Greater Giving

JULY 19, 2021

Golf tournaments are a fantastic fundraising solution to ongoing pandemic problems. Whether it’s your first outdoor fundraiser or your fiftieth, we wanted to put together a quick list for you of last-minute tips, tricks, and most importantly, awesome ideas for raising even more money. Social distancing. Plenty of circulation.

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Byte Technology

OCTOBER 13, 2015

Can they make donations via mobile devices seamlessly? The majority of online donors use a mobile device exclusively, and nothing is more frustrating to a potential donor than the inability to make a monetary donation quickly and easily. Are donors redirected to a solid and dependable third-party payment site?

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 10, 2022

GivingTuesday encourages people to give back and celebrate the holiday season by making donations to their favorite charities, and nonprofits. Decide on a fundraising goal. Your fundraising goal should be reasonable and reachable, while still presenting enough of a challenge that donors will rise to the occasion to help meet it.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 6, 2021

See how these nonprofits handled Giving Tuesday and what you can do to boost your fundraising results. Boys & Girls Club of Indianapolis used text fundraising technology in addition to a designated campaign page for Giving Tuesday. Boys & Girls Club of Indianapolis. What they did. The result was a huge success.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

We know that good stories power fundraising and marketing, so join one of our free events to discover powerful case studies and connect with digital storytelling experts in your community. The world is better when nonprofits can better tell their story. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Facebook Advertising for Nonprofits.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

So how can you make your online fundraising messages stand out among all the other messages competing for your supporters’ attention? We know that successful fundraising appeals have 4 things in common: A compelling story. Describe the story you’d like to tell your supporters over the course of the fundraising campaign.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 21, 2015

The organization is currently fundraising to build an online hackathon and social app collaboration center. The nonprofit has two cybercenters and two cybercafes spread out across Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island. Trans*H4ck is based in San Francisco, but has held events in Boston, Chicago, Oakland, Las Vegas, and more.

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Achieve

MAY 21, 2017

Nearly every nonprofit organization I deal with is careful to include an “experiential” touch point somewhere along the donor journey. As nonprofit and cause leaders, we wish every individual had the opportunity, interest, and time to meet the people we serve and see the impact of our work in real time. The mobile movement.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 19, 2007

Nonprofits still have decisions to make about what software to use. And, it’s still clear that CRM/Fundraising software is where the money and resources are going in nonprofit software development. Technorati Tags: crm , fundraising { 1 comment… read it below or add one } 1 Chris Blow 01.20.07

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 19, 2007

Nonprofits still have decisions to make about what software to use. And, it’s still clear that CRM/Fundraising software is where the money and resources are going in nonprofit software development. Technorati Tags: crm , fundraising { 1 comment… read it below or add one } 1 Chris Blow 01.20.07

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Check out this great compilation of '' Must-Read Online Fundraising, Social Media and Mobile Communications Reports for Nonprofits '', assembled by Tech for Good. If you''re in the area, the Montana Nonprofit Association will be holding its annual conference in Missoula, October 2-4. Not in San Francisco?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 29, 2021

By Laura Bucher , Storyteller at Donor Perfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. Put yourself in the mindset of a potential donor or volunteer and think of how they would search online for a nonprofit with a mission like yours. 2) Technical Details Matter, Too.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Volunteers are the backbone of any nonprofit organization. They take care of your facility, give tours of your museum, welcome attendees to your annual gala, and pass out medals at fundraising races. Clearly, volunteers are essential to your nonprofit’s ability to move its mission forward. What is volunteer recruitment?

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Check out this great compilation of '' Must-Read Online Fundraising, Social Media and Mobile Communications Reports for Nonprofits '', assembled by Tech for Good. If you''re in the area, the Montana Nonprofit Association will be holding its annual conference in Missoula, October 2-4. Not in San Francisco?

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

You want to help the homeless? So, how do you, as a nonprofit organization, get me to help you? Microgiving is when a person donates small, seemingly insignificant amounts of money to a cause or a nonprofit. Ask your friends to donate to your very own fundraiser! McKinney , Project Specialist (Marketing/Communications).

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

By leveraging multiple communication channels—email, mobile, direct mail, websites, social media, paid and earned media, SEO, and more, you expand your reach to engage new donors and supporters. Why is it important for nonprofits? We hope you find their advice for nonprofit multi-channel marketing helpful!

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Achieve

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Your nonprofit tackles several fundraising efforts each year with the same threefold goal—to increase donations, unite supporters, and raise awareness for your cause. Sometimes a fundraiser will hit every objective, but in other cases, only one or two of these goals may be met. Reward-based giving. Matching gifts.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 9, 2016

More and more nonprofit donations take place in today’s digital landscape, but how can causes ensure their online storefront is not only open for business, but optimized? As I explored this critical issue in my new book, Nonprofit Fundraising 101 , I interviewed Roderick Campbell, the CEO of nonprofit fundraising platform CommitChange.

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Care2

MAY 11, 2011

Road trips are an excellent platform for causes to tell important stories, engage volunteers, and fundraise in an innovative way. Road trips touch on so many different goals that organizations focus on that it’s hard to believe how few major nonprofits have embraced the road trip campaign strategy. Diverse Goals.

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