Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Far from just an email-blasting tool, modern marketing tools handle everything from scoring leads to posting on social media to sending text messages. These tools suit your modern audience, who expect to interact with nonprofit organizations like yours across a diverse media landscape. Will you need to pull in your IT team?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2013

If your nonprofit has a good content strategy in place and understands the power of integrating all your nonprofit’s communications channels (website, email, Facebook, texting, etc.), then as your numbers grow on social networks so will your e-newsletter and mobile lists which in turn significantly increases your fundraising success.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2013

If your nonprofit has a good content strategy in place and understands the power of integrating all your nonprofit’s communications channels (website, email, Facebook, texting, etc.), then as your numbers grow on social networks so will your e-newsletter and mobile lists which in turn significantly increases your fundraising success.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 8, 2021

They focus your nonprofit on tracking and reporting impact which is essential for fundraising success. Prominently feature a call-to-give, an email newsletter opt-in, and a call-to-follow on social media on your landing page. Newsletter sent every Monday morning to all subscribers. Why Quarterly Impact Reports? Email #1 ?

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EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

Connecting your phone tools to your other advocacy technology also means you can more easily see which supporters are taking action over the phone with you, which will help you offer them more personalized advocacy opportunities and retain their support over time. Ready to take the next step with your advocacy program?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. Today, nonprofits worldwide have access to online fundraising tools that could not have been imagined at the turn of the millennium, and current best practices are shaped by 20+ years of innovation and experimentation.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Volunteers are integral to nonprofit organizations’ day-to-day operations. Volunteer management software is a tool that nonprofits can use to better organize their volunteers by handling everything from scheduling to ongoing communication. Run volunteer hours reports for easy tracking and exports.

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sgEngage

MARCH 7, 2024

Being aware of these common pitfalls is crucial for maintaining the integrity of your financial reporting and in turn, the trust of your supporters. Subscribe to reputable accounting updates and newsletters. Use financial management software with analytical tools. Let’s dive in! 5 Mistakes to Avoid 1.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 22, 2013

Social media best practices are constantly in flux as tool sets change and algorithms are modified. ” moments where I realize I have been doing something wrong or misunderstood a functionality or tool set or incorrectly gaged the pulse of the online commons. websites, e-newsletters, donate now fundraising) and Web 2.0

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Allegiance Group

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Your website is arguably the most important tool you have in your fundraising arsenal. It’s critical to actively track and measure your website traffic against your goals. Making the switch is vital — if you’re still using the old version, your data is no longer being tracked. leads) it’s bringing in. What Is Google Analytics 4?

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 14, 2009

And because of this, it makes sense that integration of these two is something that is a need to be filled. First, the what - what to integrate? That sort of information could be a newsletter sign up, a contact form that should be responded to, an online donation or an event registration. The old fashioned form of integration.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2024

Fundraising is a strategic tool you can leverage to expand impact, and using an all-in-one giving platform can streamline your efforts, enhance donor engagement, and ultimately help you secure the resources needed to achieve your mission. Set realistic deadlines for each phase of your fundraising efforts to keep your team on track.

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Neon CRM

MAY 10, 2023

DON’T Auto Opt-In Donors DO Allow the Option to Opt In One mistake we see nonprofits consistently make is opting new donors into monthly newsletters or updates. Many donors would be very interested to read a newsletter or get regular communications from your organization. You can do surveys like a newsletter: an “opt-in” option.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 16, 2011

CRM (which I am defining rather loosely, rather than tightly, for the purpose of this post – as the tool or set of tools used to track constituents, donations, perhaps even events and volunteers) are arguably the most important technology tools that nonprofits use.

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Judi Sohn

APRIL 17, 2010

It seems obvious that there should be a tool we can use to help us here. I have spent the last week or two trying more of these online project management tools than I can count. A task management system folks will actually use - When they finish a task, will they remember to go to this tool and check it off? Not so much. .

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Integrate into your fundraising efforts Introducing multi-year gift agreements into your nonprofit’s fundraising efforts is like adding a new, exciting chapter to your organization’s story. Plus, it’s way easier to keep track of these digital documents.

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Media Cause

JULY 11, 2023

While there’s a common concern that automated email marketing may seem impersonal, it is, in fact, an invaluable tool for nonprofits to build and strengthen relationships with supporters when executed thoughtfully. Data-Driven Decisions Email automation tools often come with analytics. Why Automated Email Marketing? Content is king.

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sgEngage

MAY 12, 2023

Virtual Auction Software To effectively manage your charity auction , you’ll need all your tools in one place. Look for virtual auction software with the following features: Item procurement tracking. As you begin the item procurement process, it’s vital that your team maintains an organized list that tracks each item’s status.

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Judi Sohn

APRIL 17, 2010

It seems obvious that there should be a tool we can use to help us here. I have spent the last week or two trying more of these online project management tools than I can count. A task management system folks will actually use - When they finish a task, will they remember to go to this tool and check it off? Not so much. .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 24, 2010

To question Facebook and it’s integrity, longevity and ROI [Return on Investment]. A lot of nonprofits will now have to update their website, e-mail newsletters, and most costly, their print materials. 2) From my e-mail newsletter. I track my blog traffic and very little comes from Facebook. Not even good.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Collecting registrations online means there’s no need to track down and manage mailed registration forms, checks, and receipts; search for information in multiple spreadsheets, emails, and handwritten notes; or enter and re-enter registrant information. Provide a professional experience for golfers, sponsors, and supporters.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Many lack access to information about how create their own websites, publish an email newsletter, accept online donations, and use social media effectively. Tools such as Wix , Weebly , and Squarespace enable small NGOs to launch modern, well-designed websites that are mobile compatible and easy to update. 2) Launch an e-newsletter.

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Nonprofits Source

AUGUST 31, 2023

Luckily, there are affordable and effective tools you can leverage to spread awareness and get people excited about your fundraising efforts—namely, your website. Engaging CTA text and a solid visual design can direct traffic from your social profiles and email newsletters to your website. Promote your fundraising events.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 22, 2023

Having a clear online fundraising strategy, and the tools to bring it to life, is more important than ever, especially as younger generations gain more giving power. Bloomerang’s fundraising tools include customizable giving pages, peer-to-peer fundraising and crowdfunding capabilities, text-to-donate functionality, and more.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 3, 2023

1,000 – $4,999) Recognition in annual report or website Invitation to exclusive events Subscription to a donor impact newsletter Silver level (e.g., While the perks and parameters can vary greatly from one organization to the next, here’s a sample major donor rubric: Bronze level (e.g.,

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 14, 2009

And because of this, it makes sense that integration of these two is something that is a need to be filled. First, the what – what to integrate? That sort of information could be a newsletter sign up, a contact form that should be responded to, an online donation or an event registration. This is integration of a sort.

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DNL OmniMedia

MARCH 13, 2023

For nonprofits, this might include donor data like the email address, name, address, and giving level of a donor who just signed up to receive your newsletter. A traditional for-profit business might track the purchases its customers make through its app to create personalized, targeted ads.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

The problem: nonprofits aren’t “inspiring” action with lengthy, wordy newsletters and annual appeals for funds, on top of too many emails! Acquire appropriate tools. Start by managing your email campaigns with through a mail service, and don’t forget to integrate the campaign service with your CRM !

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Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2022

A fundraising strategy helps keep you on track by offering deadlines and benchmarks to hit throughout the year. Or, you might determine that your email newsletter receives a lot of engagement, but you’re struggling to grow your social media following. Ensure you have access to these useful tools: CRM. Offers accountability.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 29, 2024

This type of software usually gives you the ability to: Track member information through a database. Use segmentation tools to identify connections between members, such as those who work in the same field or live in the same area. Send invoices, welcome messages, newsletters, and more from one central platform.

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Achieve

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Maintain an Alumni Database There are several types of software you’ll likely leverage in your alumni fundraising efforts, including communication tools and an online payment processor. Keep track of graduates’ career paths and activities so you can feature them in your communications. Email marketing. Text messaging.

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Kindful

MARCH 16, 2021

But that doesn’t mean you can’t have the tools you need to operate your organization effectively. It also keeps you organized by reducing data redundancy, tracking donor activity, and providing automatic reports. There are plenty of free tools you can use instead. Kindful CRM Integration: No. Salesforce.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 18, 2011

The number of low-cost or free, web-based resources and tools available to nonprofits today is astounding. That said, there are some resources and tools that I continually refer to and use again and again, and others that I am still experimenting with that may (or may not) become integral to my communications routine.

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AccelEvents

JULY 6, 2021

Setting Up Event Analytics and Integrations To Track Your Event Promotion. Many successful event promotion campaigns come down to the software, tools, and integrations being used. . These integrations will streamline processes and improve marketing efforts. Lead Capturing and Retrieval.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

What tools will I need to run the program? Here are just a few tools to help you run a nonprofit membership program: Member management software. Member management software not only keeps track of your members, but also member demographics, preferences, and their history with your organization.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Luckily, there are affordable and effective tools you can leverage to spread awareness and get people excited about your fundraising efforts—namely, your website. Engaging CTA text and a solid visual design can direct traffic to your website from your social profiles and email newsletters. Promote your fundraising events.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 29, 2009

Nonprofit tech experts team up to help others master ‘social tools for social change’. Eight leading experts in social media and nonprofit technology have joined forces to create Socialbrite.org, a hub that showcases social tools for social change. Socialbrite.org is launching with a rich set of resources: A directory of Web 2.0

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