Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

That was a 21% decrease from the previous year, but the decrease is mostly likely due to poor online fundraising practices , such as not having a mobile-optimized donate page and e-newsletter design. Prioritize mobile design. 66% of emails are now opened either on a smartphone or tablet. Enable social sharing.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 28, 2020

Will venues be open? Will it be socially responsible to host an event? Leverage Mobile Scoring. Mobile scoring is easy to incorporate into your event and a great way to eliminate the need to touch and pass paper scorecards and pencils among staff and players. Will supporters be willing and able to attend?

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Tech Soup

APRIL 10, 2012

"The mobile tools to solve social problems are already out there." session, Open Source Mobile Apps for Social Change. In his session, he shared these tips, strategies, and tools for nonprofits looking to use mobile for social good. What the Mobile Revolution Means. What the Mobile Revolution Means.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 4, 2020

Below are a few simple ideas you can pass on to your nonprofit’s supporters to help them create positive change with their mobile devices. From there, supporters will simply open the app anytime they exercise and funds will start adding up for your nonprofit. 1) Use an app that gives back to charity. 4) Schedule in time to volunteer.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 10, 2020

Roughly one in five Americans have abandoned broadband Internet altogether and now exclusively use their mobile device. Whether it’s texting, responsive websites, applications, or cloud computing, mobile tools can be tailored to match each organization’s market and needs. Notably, this isn’t just a trend for younger generations.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 11, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology I’m hosting the carnival next week April 11, 2008 (Photo by frankienose ) I’m hosting the Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants here, next week. So send in your best of the week! { Be Helpful.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 7, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Carnival Hosting Again! March 7, 2007 Next Monday, I’m hosting the Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants. Be Helpful.

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EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

When advocacy campaigns are quiet, consider some other engaging advocacy content that can be written and approved in advance to ensure advocates are still opening and clicking your messages: Flash poll: Create a one-question poll that is irresistible to advocates, such as “Which of the following should be a higher priority?

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

It wasn’t so long after that that virtual hosting companies became ubiquitous, and affordable for nonprofits. Amazon seems to be leading in the next wave of evolution of hosting – pay only for what you need, when you need it. 2 comments… read them below or add one } 1 me_just_me 11.12.07 2 Brian 11.23.07

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 21, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Open source your Open Social Apps? Which lead me to think about the idea of open sourcing OpenSocial apps. Can we build a library of OpenSocial applications that have open source licenses?

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Open Social != Open Data November 8, 2007 As the hype (which, I agree I have contributed to ) around OpenSocial dies down, the reality behind OpenSocial becomes clear. Be Helpful.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 26, 2011

Last week, I faciltated a mini-workshop at the Silicon Valley/Peninsula Nonprofit Leadership Forum hosted by Compasspoint. His opening remarks and conversation were inspiring to say the least. Mobile Technology and Social Media and Real Time Learning. Carson , Ph.D., Moving from A Problem to Solution Frame.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 21, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and Open Source Tool #16: CiviCRM April 21, 2008 In honor of the webinar that is happening in a couple of weeks, I figured I’d talk a bit about CiviCRM. Be Helpful.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

DECEMBER 13, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Movable Type goes Open Source December 13, 2007 This is old news, sort of. They are really putting their money where their mouth is, in terms of working toward more openness. Be Helpful.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

The rapid rise of social media and mobile technology has had a profound impact on website design and email marketing, yet many nonprofits have not yet adapted to the new aesthetics and functionality of a mobile, social Internet. 55 % of email opens are now mobile. your NGO must mobile-optimize your content.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 23, 2016

The rapid rise of social media and mobile technology has had a profound impact on website design and email marketing, yet many nonprofits have not yet adapted to the new aesthetics and functionality of a mobile, social Internet. 55 % of email opens are now mobile. your NGO must mobile-optimize your content.

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 28, 2021

Did you know that the average open rate for the nonprofit organization is around 25.17%, much higher than the industry average open rate, which is just 21.33%? Overlooking mobile users. Now, mobile phones are used to check emails. Instead… Use templates that are optimized for mobile devices.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 10, 2023

Generosity Xchange is a two-day virtual conference hosted by Neon One. How to Register: 2023 registration hasn’t opened yet. How to Register: Registration for the 2023 social media summit isn’t open yet. Cost: 2023 ticket prices have not been released yet.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Since shifting to the virtual event space, event planners have had to come up with creative ways to continue hosting profitable events. Businesses, nonprofits, and charities who normally host a holiday fundraiser have been forced to move online, and finding ways to connect to once generous donors is tough. . But there is hope.

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Forum One

JANUARY 24, 2023

Be it web, mobile, social, or emerging technologies such as voice, AR/VR, or mixed reality, Composable Architecture allows for the creation of personalized experiences that are seamless to users and in line with how they’re interacting with organizations and their digital solutions today.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

1) Launch a new website that is mobile-optimized. Tools such as Wix , Weebly , and Squarespace enable small NGOs to launch modern, well-designed websites that are mobile compatible and easy to update. NGOs can also use WordPress.org as a CMS for your website and download a free or low-cost theme to design a mobile-optimized website.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 25, 2023

In this guide, we’ll cover three creative and cost-effective approaches to attracting volunteers, including: Tap Into Existing Supporters Promote Your Volunteer Opportunities Host A Fun Recruitment Event Shaking up your recruitment methods can help you reach and engage more supporters. Let’s take a closer look at how you can get started.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

This is also the time when many organizations host their year-end gala or another major event to drive even more donations. However, with the rise of online fundraising technology and virtual events, nonprofits are moving away from the traditional strategy of hosting just one larger event each year. Mobile-friendly formatting.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

Partner with a corporate sponsor or a major gifts supporter to host a matching gifts drive. In the aftermath of a disaster, whether it be a devastating hurricane that has left your community flooded or a wildfire that has forced your community to leave their homes behind, you’ll need to mobilize quickly to provide support.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Donors attend an event hosted by an individual, group or business that offers a great social draw. The great thing about buy-in parties is that the hosts can go and personally sell these to their friends! Open floor plans, cocktail hours, and unconventional dining options are becoming the norm.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Host a fundraising auction to raise even more. If you’ve sent emails to supporters in the past, pay attention to what dates and times resulted in the most opens and click-throughs. Keep it interesting and start with an attention-grabbing subject line that either asks a question or encourages opens by creating intrigue.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 29, 2024

Art in the Open Air : Host a “plein air” painting competition, where artists create their masterpieces outdoors. Outdoor Fundraising Event Planning Tips: Location, Location, Location : Scout for parks with amenities like restrooms, pavilions, and open space. Be Weather-Ready : Spring weather can be unpredictable.

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Achieve

MARCH 6, 2023

Look back at other events you’ve hosted, or confer with other event organizers in your area and see if you can take any insight. One of the most basic yet essential guidelines you need to set for your silent auction is a clear opening and closing time. If this is your nonprofit’s very first auction, don’t worry. Protect your payments.

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Forum One

MARCH 15, 2010

It was a great discussion that brought together a mix of people from different disciplines interested in open data and transparency's capacity to make aid more effective. Thanks again to the World Bank for hosting, and to the Development Gateway for all they did to make it happen. Engage this community on prioritizing next steps.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 24, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and open source tool #5: WordPress January 24, 2008 It seems like a good day to talk about WordPress. Here is yet another amazing free and open source tool getting a lot of good attention.

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AccelEvents

JULY 13, 2020

If you’ve never hosted a hybrid event, know that there are things that you’ll need to consider in order for the event to run smoothly. The event platform you choose will depend on the type of event you are hosting. Managing audience engagement is one of the most difficult things to do when hosting a virtual audience.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 27, 2022

Some nonprofits were ahead of the curve last year and hosted “hybrid-style” events, where virtual attendance was built into the plan alongside a live event. Even if you’re only planning to host in-person guests at your event, letting them bid in the auction from a mobile device helps everyone. Use an online bidding platform.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2011

So much so that many nonprofit professionals are overwhelmed by the all choices – and as the Mobile Web and related start-ups continue to grow, prepare to be mind-boggled by all the new technology options available to your nonprofit in coming years. A website (mobile app coming soon) that allows users to check-in while doing good deeds.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 21, 2023

Offer flexible giving options Millennials and Gen Z often prefer to donate online and through mobile devices. Host virtual events, volunteer opportunities, and peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns. Be open about your organization’s financials and use social media to showcase your team and work culture.

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AccelEvents

JULY 20, 2020

From automated email marketing to hosting live broadcasts, an event platform is necessary if you aim to put on a professional, high-level virtual event. A virtual event platform is dedicated to hosting, planning, and producing your virtual event. The virtual event platform that you go with should be web-based with mobile compatibility.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 14, 2021

This opened a whole new world of opportunities for the non-profit – What if they could have the best of both worlds? A “Hybrid” Event opens participation to everyone. Now, with mobile bidding technology, live and virtual attendees can bid on the same silent auction items at the same time.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 29, 2022

Mobilize your volunteer group. Consider hosting a non-member party to showcase the value of your association. Opening professional development courses to non-members will provide countless revenue opportunities and will also encourage non-members to join your organization. . Host a career fair.

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