Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 27, 2014

Join me for a FREE Webinar: Training Tips that Work for Nonprofits on Jan.29th I’ll be sharing my best tips and secrets for designing and delivering training for nonprofit professionals that get results. 29th at 1:00 PM EST/10:00 AM PST. I use a simple structure to design: before, during, and after.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

Tailoring your recruitment efforts to find individuals whose skills and expertise align with your organization’s mission is fundamental. Offer continuous learning opportunities to deepen your board members’ understanding of nonprofit governance best practices and emerging trends. Engage with local organizations and associations.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 2, 2023

They contribute their time, skills, and passion to support the cause, all without expecting anything in return. What skill sets are required for these tasks? Include information about the time commitment, necessary skills, and any specific training required.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 1, 2016

At first we were a bit surprised by the number one response: training staff on technology. We also know that training is one of the most effective ways to support successful adoption and use of technology in your organization. That's why TechSoup offers education and training programs in addition to product donations.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 9, 2023

The matrix is a diagram that helps the board outline its current characteristics, pinpoints gaps in demographics or talent, and identifies what skills are needed in the future. Preparing a board matrix is a learning experience. Preparing this document is a learning experience. Board service is an honor and a privilege.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

Reprinted from Candid Learning. Hoping to learn more about what nonprofits do, how to start a nonprofit, or how to get a grant? I’m happy to report that there’s a way to learn the ins and outs of nonprofits and fundraising, and it’s way better than Googling each question. Are you new to the nonprofit world?

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 18, 2010

During my first visit to the Nigerian capital of Abuja last April, I learned that a member of the NHRC who had been monitoring local elections had been beaten and unlawfully detained. The MacArthur Foundation provided key support for the project by not only financing our work, but also funding computer literacy training for NHRC staff.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Keeping nonprofit audiences engaged during training can improve your outcomes. Keeping nonprofit audiences engaged during training can improve your outcomes. People pay attention more, they learn something, they retain it better, and there is a better chance of them applying what they learned.

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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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Connection Cafe

MAY 29, 2019

Many of the companies we work with at Common Impact host a “day of service” as a way to give back to their local communities. Skills-based volunteerism focuses on building infrastructure for nonprofits that often operate with reduced resources and budgets. Days of service are one of the most popular corporate volunteer programs.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 2, 2020

Professional development (PD) is the "process of improving and increasing capabilities of staff through access to education and training." While conferences were once the only idea in gaining professional development skills, peer-to-peer mentoring is shown to give the highest output of learned skills.

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NTEN

JULY 22, 2021

Last year, as jobs, schools, government services, social gatherings, and everyday tasks moved online, there blossomed a growing recognition that digital access and skills are critical in our society and should be a universal human right.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 15, 2012

My role was to deliver components of the Networked NGO curriculum – sessions on network mapping, challenges assumptions about networked ways of working, as well as training on how to use the online collaboration platform for their together moving forward. Needless to say, I learned a lot! Field Trips and Real World Experience.

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Bloomerang

MAY 6, 2022

Grant writing tip: While the task of writing a proposal often falls on the shoulders of a project manager or grant writer, anyone—even an outside consultant—with the proper skills could write the proposal. Educational Assistance and Training Programs. The Lisa Libraries. First Book. Digitunity. Webb Family Foundation. The Victor C.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 15, 2021

Have you heard the expression, “You learn something new every day?” After all, Abigail Adams once said, “Learning is not attained by chance, it must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence.” Therefore, we’ve compiled a couple of strategies that can help you continue your learning in the nonprofit sector.

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Candid

JUNE 30, 2022

Educating job seekers on the importance of building their skills – While job seekers might have more negotiating power, they still need to understand the position employers are in. And that’s why it’s still important for job seekers to continue building their skills. About Maryland New Directions.

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fusionSpan

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

One of the things that I am constantly reminded of working in the Salesforce ecosystem is that there are always new things to learn, and the platform and its number of product offerings continue to grow. Salesforce also believes in continuous learning, and in 2014, they launched Trailhead. What is Trailhead?

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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

Due to this collective mastery, your work offers an invaluable skill set that uniquely positions development professionals for leadership at nonprofit and philanthropic agencies. Do the necessary market research to learn which foundations—local, regional and national—are funding nonprofits like yours.

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Gyrus

AUGUST 17, 2016

​. What Makes Social Learning so Interesting? A Comprehensive Examination of Social Media in Our Learning Programs. Social learning, relied solely on what one could obtain in a classroom setting, working with direct peers, or what could be conveyed back in forth on a phone. New more consistent source of materials.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 3, 2017

Every month I bring you a roundup of free technology training events that will help nonprofit staffers like you build their skills. So don't be nervous — we're ready to create amazing tech training and networking events in your community! Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso: Monthly Meeting of Local Members.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Learn how Qgiv can help you and your volunteers make the most of your fundraising efforts! This can help you learn how best to recruit more volunteers. These volunteers should have the time, skills, and interests to help you provide programming and services to your beneficiaries. Request a Demo. What is volunteer recruitment?

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sgEngage

MAY 30, 2023

Understanding Community Leadership Community leadership involves actively engaging with local stakeholders, identifying shared goals, and working collaboratively towards achieving them. Evaluation and Learning: Foundations can provide grantees with robust evaluation frameworks and support them in measuring their impact effectively.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2023

Summer’s social ambiance, characterized by people wanting to enjoy outdoor events and immerse themselves in their local community, can boost your nonprofit’s fundraising efforts. Encourage local businesses to sponsor the event or donate supplies to help cover costs.

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Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

Do you need a lot of training, or just the basics? Q: What if one I have only basic office skills? They were an intelligent and sophisticated group, and I learned a lot from them. Prior to college, I had also taken typing courses to hone my office skills, and this made me a valuable employee. What classes are best?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2021

And local Boys & Girls Clubs helped open the door to opportunities young people might not have otherwise, offering career training, skill building, positive mentors, and pathways to a great future. But true to its 160-year legacy, Clubs remained a safe haven for local communities.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Last week I was got to work on a week-long service trip in Cusco, Peru as part of Wake: Women’s Alliance for Knowledge Exchange #Tech2empower program where womwn in who work in technology volunteer to share their professional skills and knowledge with women-run business owners. As I learned later, it was to make a connection.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

There is so much to learn about Black history and culture and how it has shaped our world, and there are several ways you can support Black businesses and organizations in celebration of Black History Month. Keep reading to learn more about Black History Month and how you can get involved! Donate to support their mission here.

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

Today’s students see high tuition costs, increased demand for skilled labor, and a decline in degree requirements for open positions. College towns” often generate robust tourism that fuels local restaurant, retail, entertainment, and hospitality industries. Work with local, state, and federal programs. For example, the U.S.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

Reach out to the chef of a popular local restaurant or send a call out to any supporters who are baking aficionados to host a virtual cooking or baking class as a fundraiser. Have people register for your event, then livestream the class to your participants so they can learn some new skills and recipes from the comfort of their own homes.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 29, 2023

Offering virtual volunteer opportunities helps many nonprofit organizations connect with new audiences and grow their reach beyond their local communities. If you’re interested in learning more, explore InitLive’s full rundown of volunteer statistics for more information on the state of volunteerism today.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 14, 2010

I get so frustrated with nonprofit leaders who are short-sighted and don’t see the benefit in paying for training and professional development for their staff, particularly the fundraising staff. How do they expect their professional fundraisers to keep their skills up-to-date without attending seminars and webinars?

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

On December 8, join TechSoup's in-house Adobe novice-turned-pro Wes Holing to learn how to use a few favorite Photoshop filters and tools. This hands-on demo will help you learn how to edit and improve your images. Improve your photos. Libraries Supporting Social Good: Tools and Tips for Outreach to Nonprofits.

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Achieve

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Ready to learn more about leveling up your volunteer recruitment strategies? is the first place where most interested people will go to learn more about any volunteer opportunities you have. Learning new skills. training program. training program. Incentivize peer-to-peer recruitment. Let’s dive in.

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M+R

APRIL 13, 2023

Running large Zoom calls for all volunteers to help deepen their understanding about abortion stigma, get skills-based training to become better storytellers or host teach-ins on their own, learn how to lobby, and participate in phone banks that support states at the local level to stop anti-abortion legislation.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 1, 2012

. —– In 2011, Washington, DC, became one of the first major metropolitan regions to host a multimillion-dollar local giving day: Give to the Max Day: Greater Washington. Nearly 18,000 people participated in the 24-hour, online fundraising event, raising more than $2 million to benefit 1,200 local nonprofits.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 6, 2022

In this guide, we’ll dive into a list of the best animal-centric in-person and virtual fundraising ideas for increasing revenue for your animal-focused nonprofit: Partner with a local pet store. Partner with a local pet store. Your local pet stores are already selling merchandise and services to their customers. Sponsor a class.

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Achieve

MAY 11, 2022

Your volunteer role descriptions let potential volunteers know about the skills required for the role, the tasks they’ll be completing, and other important logistical details. Plus, clear descriptions allow volunteers to sign up for the right roles that fit their interests and skills, leading to greater volunteer satisfaction. .

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