Media Cause

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are what everyone must follow to make the web a more inclusive experience. Nonprofits need to follow WCAG because accessibility is the foundation of our work. As a designer for nonprofits, I constantly reference these guidelines when making design decisions.

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Double the Donation

JULY 25, 2022

Thousands of companies match donations made by employees to a range of nonprofit causes through corporate matching gift programs. largely due to a lack of awareness surrounding the programs and the matching gift guidelines and request process that are required for donors to […].

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 19, 2021

Collaborative technology is incredible. It can empower people across locations to share their individual ideas and build on others’ ideas. The whole can be greater than the sum of the parts.

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Elevation

JUNE 1, 2023

If your nonprofit organization is leveraging a WordPress website, ensuring its safety should be one of your priorities. This comprehensive guide will show you how to back up your WordPress website, tailored specifically for the unique needs of nonprofit organizations.

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Media Cause

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

They can give your nonprofit a deeper understanding of direct and organic traffic. UTM tracking provides your nonprofit with a way to understand how supporters get to your website and how interactions and engagement differ depending on the source. Guidelines + Best Practices for Nonprofits appeared first on Media Cause.

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John Kenyon

MARCH 4, 2024

Is your nonprofit harnessing the power of AI like ChatGPT in your daily operations? First off, establish guidelines for interacting with ChatGPT. Embracing AI like ChatGPT can be a game-changer for nonprofit organizations. The key lies in having clear organizational procedures and policies.

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NCE Social Media

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

I was fortunate enough to serve on a committee of AFP International that brought together some social media gurus to hash out guidelines that nonprofit organizations can use to craft their own social media policies. With the release of these guidelines I wanted to share 7 reasons why you should have a social media policy.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 4, 2022

Nonprofit fundraising had been due an upgrade to catapult it into the modern era for a while. Most charities had used the same tried-and-tested methods for decades (namely, galas and sponsored endeavors), but with new health and safety guidelines to contend with, this was no longer possible. 9 Modern Nonprofit Fundraising Methods.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 18, 2022

New Mastercard guidelines will change the rules for subscription payments, which include nonprofit recurring gifts, processed by the payment provider. These requirements need to be implemented by Sept.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

This is the eighth post in a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. Related Webinar: Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits. LinkedIn Pages.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

By learning about and prioritizing nonprofit financial management. The importance of financial management for nonprofits Unlike many for-profit businesses, nonprofits don’t answer to shareholders who are focused solely on increasing revenue. That doesn’t mean having stable financials isn’t crucial for nonprofits too, though.

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John Kenyon

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In my work helping philanthropic and nonprofit organizations consider how to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools into their work, a pathway for good outcomes is emerging. Use Cases: Learning about how nonprofit folks are using the tools, as well as how they’re integrated into the tools you already use.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 20, 2013

We adopted a set of Guidelines that TNT created (creative commons) to ENCOURAGE their staff to use social: bit.ly/YQe91n This was a big topic that was explored during the #npsmpeer workshop at SXSW. Brian Fitzgerald who works at Greenpeace and is an expat in Amsterdam tweeted an amazing example of employee social media guidelines.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 28, 2020

By Alan Tyson , CEO of DATABASICS – a software product that enables nonprofits to report, approve, and track employee hours, activities, and spending from anywhere, something that is especially important in an increasingly decentralized environment. Here are five categories that every nonprofit must address to be effective in 2021.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

However, these convenient fundraising options come with a risk many in the nonprofit world aren’t very familiar with—cybersecurity. The importance of cybersecurity for nonprofits can’t be overstated, and your organization is not immune to the constantly evolving cyber threats that come with sharing information through the internet.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Your nonprofit website houses plenty of important information and resources, from the story of your organization’s founding to your donation page. An effective navigation system also follows web accessibility guidelines so people of all abilities can engage with your content. Let’s begin.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

For nonprofits, a well-executed pop-up can increase engagement, procure donations, and build email lists that can foster long-term relationships with potential activists or donors. Let’s explore a few key tenants of making pop-ups work for your nonprofit: 1. Let’s start by defining what a pop-up is. Use p op-ups only on desktop.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 4, 2024

The past couple of years have represented a challenging time for nonprofit fundraising. Individual giving declined in 2022 , and 70% of nonprofits expect giving to continue to decrease or remain flat. As you can see, just a few subtle wording changes turn a nonprofit-centric statement into a supporter-centric one.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 12, 2023

While there are risks of accepting in-kind donations, those risks can be offset by creating firm policies and guidelines surrounding the in-kind donations your nonprofit will accept. These services help lower the cost of events and projects, which means your nonprofit doesn’t have to rely on fundraising to hit your goals.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Although the most popular accounting software products- like QuickBooks and SAP- handle the needs of businesses in many industries, nonprofits have a unique business model and accounting standards and require different features and functionality from accounting software. How are Nonprofit’s Financial Goals Different?

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Blue Avocado

MARCH 12, 2024

As many nonprofits are probably aware, multiple sources offer grant funds. Because I know that many nonprofits operate on tight budgets, I’ll give you the free sources first. The search engine has a whole suite just for nonprofits ! Read, read, read the funder’s eligibility and guidelines. How do I find them?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Imagine this scenario: Joe and Alex are both web developers working on a nonprofit’s website who want to may sure they: Do not overwrite each other’s work. The nonprofit has a Github Repository for nonprofitname.org and both developers add their files to the repository. Nonprofits and Nonprofit Technology Companies Using GitHub.

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Blue Avocado

JUNE 27, 2022

There are as many forms of nonprofit budgets as there are forms of organizations. Unlike financial statements, which have some rules and guidelines according to accounting standards, the same level of industry-imposed standardization for budget documents and formats doesn’t really exist. appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2018

By Katy Teson , a content strategist at Wired Impact , an organization seeking to make powerful websites something all nonprofits can afford. She also writes about digital marketing with helpful and actionable advice on Wired Impact’s nonprofit marketing blog and for their online guides. And it doesn’t have to be overly complicated.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 25, 2021

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes 3 Reasons Your Nonprofit Needs a Brand Guide. While many nonprofits have limited resources, good branding is a worthwhile investment. A brand guide is a document with branding guidelines that act to maintain a company’s identity. Brand guides Help Establish Your Nonprofit’s Voice.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 17, 2021

Partner Sufficiency: Support your partners’ ability to amplify the partnership with a toolkit including your brand guidelines, assets and pre-approved content. To assist your reporting to partners, use this “Asset Leverage” Excel template to define which assets are most and least valued or used by your corporate partner portfolio.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Do the words "design" and "brand guidelines" make your toes curl and teeth grind? With a solid foundation, you can begin to implement good design practices and build some brand guidelines for your organization. The course will also walk you through creating a brand book for your nonprofit or library.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

By Talia Walsh , Senior Director of Marketing and Communications at Heal the Bay – an environmental nonprofit that protects the coastal waters and watersheds of Greater Los Angeles, California. Yet, it is in the best interest of nonprofits with online shops to get involved in the holiday shopping season.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 15, 2021

More Guidelines? Between audits, donation receipting, and volunteer protocols, it seems like nonprofits specialize in parameters and rules. Do we really need one more set of guidelines? Brand guidelines help you make sure what your audience is experiencing is consistent, authentic, and true to your mission. Yes, we do.

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EveryAction

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Corporate philanthropy encompasses mutually beneficial relationships between nonprofit organizations and for-profit businesses. More and more organizations are beginning to emphasize corporate fundraising efforts in their overall nonprofit strategies. Sounds like a win-win situation, right? The Solution. but not be limited to?—hosting

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M+R

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Head on over there to see what other resources we have for nonprofit communications and marketing professionals! One of the most common questions we see on nonprofit listservs is: “Who’s the current op-ed editor at such-and-such-outlet?” Op-Ed Contact + Submission Guidelines. Op-ed submission guidelines.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 8, 2021

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Essential Grant Writing Tips for Your Nonprofit. They exist for all kinds of nonprofits and a huge variety of projects. They are a major lifeline of many nonprofits and can account for a significant chunk of your organization’s annual funds. What makes your nonprofit distinct from the rest?

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes Mastering Modern Grant Writing for Nonprofit Success In the dynamic landscape of nonprofit funding, grants continue to play a pivotal role, with billions of dollars allocated annually to support various causes and projects. And remember – follow their guidelines to the letter.

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Media Cause

OCTOBER 18, 2021

At Media Cause, we work with nonprofits of all shapes and sizes, focused on raising awareness and driving donations for their specific causes. You don’t see the value in having brand guidelines. . A brand guidelines document is a set of rules and standards defending the use of different components of your brand.

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M+R

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Head on over there to see what other resources we have for nonprofit communications and marketing professionals! One of the most common questions we see on nonprofit listservs is: “Who’s the current op-ed editor at such-and-such-outlet?” Op-Ed Contact + Submission Guidelines. Op-ed submission guidelines.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Tax Season doesn’t have to be stressful for nonprofits. Understanding the importance of nonprofit tax summaries For nonprofits, issuing tax summaries is more than a routine administrative task; it’s crucial to maintaining transparency and trust with donors. First, staying on the right side of IRS guidelines is a must.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

When everything is going well at your nonprofit, risk management may not seem like a priority. However, if those challenges eventually arise, a solid risk management strategy can help your nonprofit recover more quickly. Some of the most common nonprofit risks include: Cyber security violations. might occur. Compliance.

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