Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 30, 2011

Gowalla may not get the online buzz that Foursquare does, but where I live it’s more popular than Foursquare. To claim your Spot Page on Gowalla, go to gowalla.com/business and search for your nonprofit: Once found, if you see a green “Do you run this place? to take possession of it. NonprofitOrgs on Gowalla.

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Care2

MAY 19, 2008

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 6, 2013

Most nonprofits distribute the original source of the story to their communities (the New York Times , for example), but while that is generous, it does not help build the nonprofit’s brand recognition, e-newsletter list, or social networking communities; rather, it builds those of the New York Times. Share Stories from the Field.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 22, 2009

Six months ago I came pretty close to complete social media burnout. I was running over 20 social networking profiles, logging in seven days a week, and at minimum pulling 60-hour work weeks. If you are managing numerous social networking profiles Monday-Friday, then you need some down time on Saturday and Sunday.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2010

I manage the general strategy and help cultivate ideas from our social media team. We’re all paid-employees, but we none of us do social media full-time. For my role, social media is only about 30% of my job – I manage our paid online advertising strategy, SEO, and web analytics strategy in addition to social media.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 1, 2011

ReadWriteWeb recently wrote about a startup called Green Goose that uses tiny computer sensors to track your progress towards health, personal finance, and other self-improvement goals and offers points and rewards as you make progress towards those goals. These types of technologies can also be used for social good.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 14, 2009

Mobilizing your online community. Future of social networks. Social Media Nonprofit ROI Poetry Slam. Social Media and Sustainability. Profitable Green Building. Strong Online Communities. Let’s connect! Saturday, March 14. Nonprofit & Your Startup. Building entrepreneurial communities.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 24, 2007

Read more about it from Green Miles blog and a summary of reactions from other nonprofits here. Funding Opportunities A recap of funding opportunities mentioned in previous NpTech Tag Summaries and are of interest to nonprofit techies: Razoo promotes social good. is a free web application that lets you brainstorm online.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

Most nonprofits distribute the original source of the story to their communities (the New York Times, for example), but while that is generous, it does not help build the nonprofit’s brand recognition, e-newsletter list, or social networking communities; rather, it builds those of the New York Times. Share Stories from the Field.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 3, 2015

On the flip side, some head offices have chosen to not allow their chapters to have their own presence, but are now ready to move forward with a comprehensive, organization-wide mobile and social media strategy. By providing five, you give the chapters a choice in how to brand their social networks.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2007

Carie is a recognized nonprofit and social networking guru who was written up in the Chronicle of Philathantropy Blog for her organization's efforts on MySpace in June. And a friendly reminder to recycle your old mobile phone if you happened to pick up a Iphone and think about green web host ! What could that lead to?

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

They’re answering the question “how do I collect money online?” Adelaide, Australia: Mixing online with offline - building communities that take action. Morrisville, NC: Social Media for Social Good. Raldolph, VT: Social Media Surgery for Nonprofits in Randolph. Social Media September Tweet Chat.

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Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 21, 2008

She asks (I'm paraphrasing): "How Do I Promote My Do-Good Book Online? Connect with readers on social networks There are a lot of social networks out there where you can meet with present and potential readers. Twitter is a social networking and microblogging tool where news travels fast.

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Care2

JANUARY 24, 2013

Say good bye to "online fundraising" and "offline fundraising," there is only fundraising. Leads acquired online are often best nurtured through social networks and converted in the mail, or over the phone if you're after monthly donors. Using Facebook ads to drive online actions. Phoning your email supporters.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 10, 2010

And it also promotes a way of working advocated by Beth Kanter and Allison Fine's new book, The Networked Nonprofit: Connecting with Social Media to Drive Change. Tags: Donors Donors Fundraising Green Office GreenTech Online Fundraising Online Fundraising Using the Web and Internet.

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Tech Soup

JULY 13, 2009

As we've noted previously, The Chronicle of Philanthropy has been running a series of online discussions on how nonprofits can use social media tools. In the latest, Allison Fine interviews Joe Green, one of the creators of Facebook Causes, and Amy Eldridge, Executive Director of Love Without Boundaries. Tools Web 2.0

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Care2

MAY 22, 2008

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Care2

DECEMBER 4, 2007

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Care2

MAY 22, 2008

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Care2

MAY 8, 2009

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

A really unique partnership with Metro Transit, which is Minnesota’s transportation resource offering a network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, allowed us to plug into their engaged audience of commuters. For us, our offline activities are as important as online efforts. They are amazing partners who understand our business.

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Care2

MAY 8, 2008

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Care2

MAY 9, 2008

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 9, 2011

This is especially important if you want to be effective using social media for your organization, but it is bigger than that. Having a networked mindset as you approach your daily work can help you get better results. Social media tools can help you easily connect with people who have the knowledge, resources, and ideas to share.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 30, 2008

Amy Sample Ward let’s us know how to give green. Beth Kanter asks whether or not we can add some more steps to Chris Brogan’s fabulous 50 steps to create a social media presence. and social network guru for the nptech community. I love Holly’s approach to technology. Beth is, of course, THE web 2.0

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

Most nonprofits distribute the original source of the story to their communities (the New York Times, for example), but while that is generous, it does not help build the nonprofit’s brand recognition, e-newsletter list, or social networking communities; rather, it builds those of the New York Times. Share Stories from the Field.

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Care2

SEPTEMBER 15, 2008

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Care2

SEPTEMBER 8, 2008

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 12, 2011

To lay a strong foundation for the successful long-term branding of your nonprofit on the Social Web, you need to define your primary goals and objectives. Are you using social media primarily to raise money? To build your online brand? To foster social good and create social change? To secure new volunteers?

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Care2

JUNE 17, 2009

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NTEN

OCTOBER 29, 2008

I spend a lot (and I mean a lot) of time trying to figure out how to use social networking, bookmarking and news sites to enhance the National Wildlife Federation's online presence. My co-worker, Anne Keisman, recently came to me for advice on how she could get started using social media to promote web content.

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Care2

JUNE 11, 2007

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Care2

MAY 17, 2007

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Judi Sohn

DECEMBER 10, 2008

I’m doing it in Lava Solid by Punta Yarns in a soft green color. Now there’s so much for knitters online, it’s hard to grasp it all. Now, there’s podcasts, blogs and knitting social networks. The place to be as a knitter online seems to be Ravelry. The pattern is the cover here. It’s knitting up very fast.

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Care2

MAY 16, 2007

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

Do you think that people on social networking and media are just teens and college students? Saga, a social networking site for over 50 crowd launched last month according to this Guardian Article. Social networking isn't going to be for everyone, but the feedback so far has knocked our socks off.

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Care2

MAY 29, 2007

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