Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 18, 2017

Source: State of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising 2017. Email and social media are the first apps opened. Source: ReportLinker. Source: GlobalWebIndex. Source: 2017 Global NGO Online Technology Report. Source: GlobalWebIndex. Only 3% of charities rate their board and executive leadership as being digitally savvy.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

One solution would be selected to receive technical development leadership and guidance toward application and organizational sustainability. As RHoK Global December 2012 event is taking place this weekend (December 1st and 2nd) worldwide, Benetech and SocialCoding4Good are thrilled to be participating once again.

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NTEN

DECEMBER 26, 2013

Data Leadership Open Source Strategy Communications' Seems we've entered a golden era of interactive mapping, with no shortage of exciting ways to display geographically-specific data. In the last few years, we've seen exponential growth in interactive mapping software that presents data from all sorts of angles.

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NTEN

AUGUST 12, 2013

Data interactive maps Leadership mapping MS-DS nptech nten Open Source Paul Chamberlain Strategy Communications' In the last few years, we've seen exponential growth in interactive mapping software that presents data from all sorts of angles.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 6, 2013

At Benetech, we’re looking for only the best of the best to take on the leadership of our Human Rights Program. And yet there are also amazing and fulfilling benefits—bringing the truth to light, making human rights defenders more powerful and helping victims find peace through acknowledgment, reconciliation and even, sometimes, justice.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 1, 2021

Here at the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance, we’ve dedicated ourselves to professional development in the nonprofit sector. The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance guide on the subject explains that you have an option to choose between open-source and paid courses.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 21, 2007

OpenSource and Software Communities Jon Stahl has a thoughtful essay on Nonprofits, Open Source and Leadership. He summarizes his organization's experience with the plone community and larger reflections about the complimentary strengths and differences between nonprofits and open source communities.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 19, 2021

OFM: A Model for Partner Participation in Open Source Community Projects. How Leadership, Vulnerability, Brand Building, and Fighting Racism Co-Exist with Doyin Richards. Doyin will share his journey of building his brand and stepping into leadership to take action in a vulnerable space.

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Kindful

AUGUST 28, 2023

Excellent diagnostic/troubleshooting and problem-solving skills We are looking for the following experience: Someone with leadership experience. 7+ years of software development experience with an emphasis on Ruby on Rails is best, but we will consider other open-source backgrounds as well (Python, etc).

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 3, 2022

The Summit welcomed some of the most impressive individuals and organizations in the nonprofit sector, including Boys & Girls Clubs of America , Mary’s Meals, World Central Kitchen, the Ford Foundation, Greenpeace, Save the Children, and more to speak at the event’s global mainstage, in breakout sessions, and on thought leadership panels. .

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NTEN

DECEMBER 26, 2013

Are you using Google+ Open source vs proprietary CMS Just what is a data scientist anyway? community Leadership nptech nten Communications Fundraising IT Staff Program' Reasonable remote support options Web content filtering #GivingTuesday taking over Times Square What’s your biggest pet peeve on a website?

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NTEN

MARCH 20, 2015

drupal Drupal Day Leadership Open Source tech management IT Staff' No matter your technical competency level, you’re welcome at Drupal Day, and it’s this culture that’s been fostered that makes me so proud, and privileged, to coordinate Drupal Day.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

APRIL 20, 2013

Earlier today, I attended the American Foundation for the Blind’s (AFB) National Leadership Conference in Chicago where I received the 2013 Migel Medal. The Migel Medal, often called the highest honor in the blindness field, is awarded annually to one or two individuals whose careers exemplify exceptional accomplishments in the field.

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Forum One

MAY 12, 2011

At a time when open source technology is exploding in the government sector, it is with great pleasure that we announce the official launch of the ictQATAR web redesign ! The site debuted in early April after a global effort between ictQATAR communications staff and the Forum One team.

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Tech Soup

JULY 18, 2017

It can be more strategic about its vendor selection, increase direct revenues from a nonprofit website design, and generate longer term buy-in from leadership. Invest in Open Source. Open-source software differs from other platforms in that it doesn't cost anything to license and use. Don't Forget Hosting.

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NTEN

MARCH 18, 2015

You can likely find a SaaS (Software as a Service) solution to sign up for, a license to purchase, or open source solution to download all that offer complete working solutions to use "out of the box" to address your need. Integration & APIs Leadership'

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Neon CRM

MAY 19, 2023

CiviCRM CiviCRM is one of the few open-source solutions on the market—which means that the source code of the platform has been made publicly available. Users also report limitations as far as reporting and analytics. This free option helps nonprofits manage their contacts, outreach, events, and more.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 24, 2011

Treesaver is a new open source web platform for publishing that uses the new HTML5 standard to create narrative experiences—with text, pictures and video. Treesaver is significant for nonprofits because it combines important trends – open source software, web standards and mobile applications.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 25, 2007

1 trackback } Nonprofit Leadership, Innovation, and Change 09.29.07 So, no blog posts from me here until I get back to work on October 1st. But I might write an entry or two on my personal blog , if you’re interested. { at 6:09 pm { 1 comment… read it below or add one } 1 Robin 09.25.07 at 1:17 pm Happy writing! Be Helpful.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2021

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. Impact Labs convenes community experts across sectors to co-create new technology solutions to support specific issue areas.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2021

With the Salesforce.org Nonprofit Success Pack , they plan to track and manage relationships and interactions with constituents across all regions, allowing them to develop local leadership, build a diverse network of local groups that campaign with impact, and connect partners across the climate movement and social justice movement.

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NTEN

MARCH 15, 2010

Their theory is that anything they build has to be built open source, so that the taxpayers can access and use any innovations. We'll be posting all sorts of information about us, and we'll make all that data as open as possible. (If The New York State Senate website is built on Drupal. We want to rock the sector.).

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 15, 2021

The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance guide to nonprofit courses provides guidance for choosing courses that are best suited for nonprofit staff learning, including open source vs. paid learning opportunities, subject matter analysis, and some example courses. Increased Fundraising ROI. Additional Opportunities Created for Staff.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

OCTOBER 22, 2005

I came to Amsterdam yesterday to attend a summit meeting of open source foundations. There seem to be dozens of these groups, each built around one or more open source software project. Picture of the open source foundations summit. And, the desire for peer learning was strong.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 25, 2014

For example, the Irvine New Leadership Network project that has used network mapping for two purposes: 1) evaluation 2) direct network engagement. Using the analysis steps below, it can help you be more intentional with online networking, learning, and building thought leadership. One example I discovered is from Andy Carvin.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 24, 2013

Creating a storytelling culture begins with getting leadership buy-in. To encourage library patrons to continue making content, Escondido Public Library trains library patrons using mostly free and open source software. How to Create a Culture of Storytelling. Why Tell Stories with Video?

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Care2

JUNE 14, 2013

Leaders and volunteers from the nonprofit, corporate and government sectors will gather in over 150 workshops to exchange ideas and inspire one another on topic areas including National Service, Nonprofit Capacity Building, Volunteer Management and Youth Service and Leadership.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 1, 2011

Benetech seeks to be open internally and externally. While respecting individual privacy and our other values, we foster a collaborative work environment through open communication. We rely on open source tools for information exchange and development tools, as appropriate.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 7, 2007

I feel incredibly honored to be on the board, and to be able to give to the nptech community in this leadership role. 2 comments… read them below or add one } 1 Robin 08.08.07 at 3:50 pm That seem like a great match. Freelance Switch Gavin’s Digital Diner Idealware Jon Stahl’s Journal Lifehacker LinuxChix – Be Polite.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 3, 2016

Seattle, Washington: Board EXCEL: Excellence in Community Engagement and Leadership. Kitchener, Ontario: Promoting Open Source. Birmingham, United Kingdom: November Meetup: Open-Source Tools. Columbus, Ohio: Nonprofit IT Forum. Ottawa, Ontario: Review Progress on Data Analysis Projects. Wednesday, October 12, 2016.

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NTEN

JULY 15, 2011

Open source. Open Source – API. part of a national event to inspire giving and local leadership. Seth joined with Michelle Perreault to establish Minds on Design Lab to pair his technology experience with her creative leadership in 2007. Authenticate. Share – Like & Tweet Button, E-Card, Fwd to Friend.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 1, 2010

But as open source code bases like Drupal become more popular, not-for-profits will realize that we no longer need to outsource to technology firms because building a platform is cheap and easy and keeping up with upgrades is important. Tags: Change Management Leadership NPTech NTEN. More orgs will hire CTOs.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 10, 2011

Culturally, it’s an invitation for private foundations to become more open source. For non-profits, it’s a cost-effective way to establish thought leadership on your issue and speak with authority. It creates communities when users can comment and exchange their stories about a particular topic.

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NTEN

JANUARY 14, 2009

Flickr Photo by pt Last week, we kicked off the year with the NTEN Technology Leadership Series with John Kenyon. Allen will add an Open Source Software perspective to John's explanations of hardware, software, and networks. . Tags: allen gunn NPTech john kenyon NTEN Aspiration leadership series.

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3rd Sector Labs

APRIL 28, 2014

For Open Source and custom databases, you can usually get directly to the database if needed. Seriously, what any organization needs is a resource(s) dedicated to completing the data migration and engaging leadership in the tough decisions. The vendor services can be more expensive than, say, an independent consultant.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

OCTOBER 27, 2006

Generative Transformation talks about what leadership is , and means – particularly that it means self-awareness. It’s really nice to learn more about what people are talking about. Amy Kinkaid, of Fundraising Breakthroughs , has some great advice about asking for money without shame. Be Helpful.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 7, 2008

I've been working with the wonderful Knight News Challenge team-- Kristen Taylor , Jose Zamora , Heidi Miller , Robertson Adams , Marc Fest and others (under the apt leadership of the innovative Gary Kebbel ) to help improve the range, quality and diversity of this year's applicants for the 2008-09 News Challenge (which will give away roughly $5MM (..)

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