Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

Transparency about programmatic approach, results, governance, and finances are just a few ways a nonprofit can be open about its work, and this openness must start with the board. Even in the absence of tech failure, setting up a shared drive will allow new members to read through previous minutes to get context on issues of interest.

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Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 23, 2018

We partnered with foster youth, former foster youth, artists, and community advocates to create an exhibition that used art to spark action on issues facing foster youth. The exhibition evolved after it opened. There were trust issues. Two years ago, our team at the MAH embarked on our most challenging co-creation project ever.

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The MatrixFiles

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Higher education and the media have been hard hit with trust issues. Unfortunately, it continues to rise, spreading from national news down to the local level at an alarming rate. Execs agreed on the importance of educating members about trust issues in their field. Many execs say you always need to circle back to your mission.

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Candid

MAY 15, 2024

What we learned by listening to grassroots organizations The Honnold Foundation works in partnership with marginalized communities around the world to expand equitable access to solar energy and develop locally relevant solutions to climate change. With an open call, we eliminate the need to be part of the “in” crowd to receive funding.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 22, 2022

We need new policies, new technology, new strategies, and local support in order to build, implement, and sustain the kinds of solutions that will help us make progress on our goals. Opens new window. Their platform allows people to support local, community organizations easily and all in one place. Opens new window.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

Currently, the largest open dataset on mental health and crisis is a survey run every other year by the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Over 13 million text messages have been exchanged via Crisis Text Line since its launch in August 2013, qualifying this as the nation’s largest open set of crisis data.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Data for Inclusion: Enabling people with disabilities to provide firsthand reports on the issues they face to inform policy at the local, national, and global level. It would be an understatement to say that I am proud of what Benetech’s team has accomplished since our founding.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 30, 2018

Open bars seem the ideal solution because it brings in money and it eliminates the need for guests to serve themselves. However, there are several points to consider before setting up an open bar in order for it to become a successful component of your event. Insurance and Liability. Provide Varied Menus and Activities.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

By trying new tactics along with what’s been successful in the past, you have the potential to open your fundraising world up to possibility. Perhaps you could organize a peer-to-peer knit-a-thon, an auction of hand-made knitted items, a sale of knitted products and knitting supplies (you could partner up with a local yarn producer!),

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 23, 2024

It usually shows up in one or more ways, like these: Declining donations Lower total amount raised through an appeal Declining open rate on emails Declining click through rate in emails Increased number of lapsed donors Fewer large gifts If you’re tuned in to your donors and how they feel, you may also have a gut sense that something is wrong.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Unions can vary dramatically in size (partially due to the local vs. national structure we explained last week). The national arm of the National Association of Letter Carriers (as opposed to any of the locals) is by far the largest union in terms of revenue, bringing in $1.78 Financial data. billion in assets, $26.3 billion dollars.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 30, 2018

Open bars seem the ideal solution because it brings in money and it eliminates the need for guests to serve themselves. However, there are several points to consider before setting up an open bar in order for it to become a successful component of your event. Insurance and Liability. Provide Varied Menus and Activities.

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The NonProfit Times

APRIL 24, 2024

If the effort succeeds, they plan to affiliate with Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 105 as workers at two other social service nonprofits in Denver have done recently. per hour, according to a job opening listed on the nonprofit’s website. Low pay is part of the problem in her view. and $25.14

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Last year, I had the unique privilege to help facilitate The Local Philanthropy Workshop with the TechSoup Romania team. It was a lot of fun, and as much as I was asked to share some of my knowledge and ideas, I learned a great deal from the local participants. And here’s how to start! Create Community Dialogue.

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Candid

MARCH 26, 2024

We find that, because respondents already have a relationship with the people administering the assessments, they are more open and honest than they may be when taking a government survey. Our coalition shows what nonprofits can do when we work together to build data sets that are more reliable, local, and representative.

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. Their donors, staff, and board members have extensive knowledge of local needs and organizations, and they also have relationships with local leaders in business, government, and education.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Impact Labs convenes community experts, or fellows, across sectors to co-create new technology solutions to support specific issue areas. For example, our first Impact Lab cohort designed Service Match , an open-source app designed for case managers who connect people experiencing homelessness to vital human services. Emilio Tavarez.

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DipJar

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

In December of 2020, we introduced you to four men who are pulling hard to help address the tragic issue of veteran suicide. As the race draws closer, the four are preparing for the reality of 40 or 50 days at sea in an open boat. One of the highlights of last year’s holiday season was an event at a local distillery.

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Everyaction

JUNE 6, 2018

There is no better time to support local and national nonprofits protecting LGBTQ rights and serving the LGBTQ community, and while there are far too many organizations doing great work to list them all, these are a few that we're big fans of. They work at the local, state, and federal level to advance transgender equality.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 7, 2021

I began doing local events to raise their profile and deliver their core mission to young families and before long I began to understand the nonprofit sector from the ground up. It could help to have staff meetings fairly regularly on this very issue. This time remains one of the most rewarding of my life. . A group thank-you meal.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

Think about local and regional acts, celebrities with connections to your area, and people you have connections to through Board members, supporters, and friends of friends. You could invite a few local acts to perform and offer a little something for everybody. Check into copyright issues and get permission if you are selling tickets.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Chamber of Commerce, “94% of state and local chambers say businesses in their areas are finding it difficult or very difficult to find workers.” Another shocking static: “There are fewer than one available worker for every job open. These might include: Childcare issues. Mental and physical health issues.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

By this point, suicide was a global health issue, and the United Nations and World Health Organization had worked to establish guidelines for suicide prevention strategies. Make mental health an open topic with your friends and family, and regularly check in with the people you love. However, the U.S.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 14, 2013

This week we learn about the Resilient Africa Network (RAN), which is helping African students use open data for disaster relief. There is also some interesting insight into the link between open development and social impact bonds, while the data dilemma is brought to the fore. It was originally published on NetSquared.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

Effective outreach strategies should focus on connecting with local AAPI groups, leaders, and community centers. Some ideas for potential speakers and honorees: Local AAPI elected officials, such as city council members or state representatives. Educators and academics with expertise related to AAPI issues.

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DipJar

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

When the position at The Gamm opened up, Amy leapt at the opportunity. On the day of our conversation, the theater was opening its 38th season with Describe the Night by Rajiv Joseph, a timely production given the current situation in Russia. Arts, culture, and performance are all personal passions for her.

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fusionSpan

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Beyond the professional sphere, I find joy in travel, exploring local cuisines, and delving into health-conscious practices. I believe that laughter not only provides a moment of levity but also opens up new perspectives and mental space to contemplate solutions. What is a fun fact about yourself that people might not know?

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

The ongoing conversation about student debt and the value of a college credential exacerbates the issue for higher education institutions. Today’s students see high tuition costs, increased demand for skilled labor, and a decline in degree requirements for open positions. Work with local, state, and federal programs.

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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. Particularly if latency or delays are an issue in your pre-event testing, consider holding a Fund-A-Need for in-person guests and online guests separately.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Nick Dragga, CFRE Executive Director, Ballet Lubbock The school’s impressive growth has continued over the years, fueled by generous community support, leading to the opening of a state-of-the-art dance facility in 2004. Local private foundations are their primary funding source, offering accessibility and a streamlined application process.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 27, 2023

While it’s not deep research it’s more than has been shared publicly to-date on this issue. There’s a perception that younger donors may be more open to tipping, while older donors are not so inclined, but that conclusion requires further research. 2015 ), in a cost-effective manner.

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Qgiv

MARCH 9, 2022

However, peer-to-peer fundraising is a great way to raise money for human services organizations and, more importantly, it’s a grassroots way to build awareness of the issues facing the unhoused community. That leads to a lighter load on the system, which reduces healthcare costs for everyone accessing healthcare locally.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

We’re deep believers in the benefits of openness, which means we publish open source software and create open content under Creative Commons licenses. We are now looking for a half-time general counsel to join our team and manage the host of legal issues we are always investigating.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Collective Impact is a methodology designed to facilitate cross-sector collaborations in order to move the needle on important issues. In every locale in which it is used, participating entities should adapt its application to its particular context. Communicate continuously: Avoid proclivity toward competition.

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Greater Giving

MAY 28, 2021

For seven years, BBBS hosted BIG Taste of Houston, a popular annual fundraiser that celebrated the local restaurant and bar scene. Organizers provided a variety of food and wine “tastes” from Houston’s local food scene in a swag bag that was delivered to attendees’ homes just before the evening’s activities began.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 25, 2022

But no matter how your nonprofit is doing good in our world, there will always be ways your work and mission are affected by legislation, policies, and local and national events, which means there will always be reasons to make your voice heard. Where do they live, and how does that connect them to the issues you’re working to address?

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Blue Avocado

MARCH 12, 2024

Search large, local companies — See if any large companies in your area offer a giving program. However, your local library may have a subscription you can access for free, on site, with a library card. Perhaps they are supporting another issue this year (ask arts organizations about their funding during the pandemic).

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