Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 16, 2010

Question 2 : asked how to build a loop between on and offline engagement. Most agreed that it is harder to move from online to offline, where engagement may be strong because of the access or timing that can’t be accomplished with the physical world. Chat : Launch the chat here (not live until the chat starts).

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Candid

APRIL 2, 2024

And with a Candid profile, you benefit from increased visibility across the sector, as we push this data out to partner platforms including Meta, Network for Good, and donor-advised funds. Next, use your social media channels to make stronger connections with current and potential funders.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 3, 2012

We’re almost a decade into using social media and yet one of the most striking realities when I give in-person social media trainings is the wide variety of experience of the nonprofits in the room. The spectrum of expertise and passion for social media swings wide. Blogger, LinkedIn and Myspace all launched in 2003.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 4, 2020

When it comes to virtual events, many people express concern that they will miss out on vital networking opportunities. But, careful event planners know that networking at virtual events is simply a matter of creating space for those opportunities. Program Networking Sessions. Leverage Social Media.

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Donorbox

DECEMBER 14, 2021

When it comes to donor acquisition, traditional fundraising galas, networking, relationship building still work like a charm today. These include SEO, email, social media, digital ads while also keeping traditional offline efforts steady. Donor acquisition today is a […].

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 28, 2010

Today’s Community Builder chat focused on examples and best practices for connecting on and offline community activities, events, and organizing. The Community Organizers Handbook available as a public resource, you can certainly refer there for information/feedback/best practices on offline organizing: [link]. Recap: October.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

The fundraiser’s main image is one of the first things others will see when the fundraiser is shared on social media platforms, so it’s important it conveys the right message and grabs the attention of potential donors. To promote your fundraiser even more and encourage sharing on social media platforms, try creating a fundraiser hashtag.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 25, 2014

Ari Sahagun , a consultant who works with social justice groups on network visualizations, called for a group to discuss Network Mapping and Visualization. We had a wide ranging conversations about how to apply network mapping and visualization and debated about its use as a measurement technique vs strategy tool.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 22, 2014

But it is also a quiet time of year and a good time to catch up on reading. Also, if you are looking for a last minute gift for the nonprofit networking and data nerd in your life, here’s some book recommendations. The Digital Mystique by Sarah Granger. Impact and Excellence by Sheri Chaney Jones.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

We got started with a welcome from Liane Wong who gave an overview of the program and how it fits into the grantmaking strategy that uses a networked approach. It also connects the social media technical assistance to results. So, for these organizations, their content pyramid also includes integrating offline w/online channels.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 6, 2014

I’m honored to be part of the Schusterman Philanthropic Network and Jim Joseph Foundation for #NetTalks , a free, five-part webinar series for Jewish professionals who want to tap into the power and potential of alumni networks. The description: Using Social Media to Engage and Inspire Your Alumni Network.

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Amy Sample Ward

JULY 29, 2011

I recently had the opportunity to present a webinar for the National Center for Media Engagement , focused on community-driven engagement, and present a session at the Public Media Development and Marketing Conference , talking about building a social media strategy. Using Social Media. The questions he raised include: ??

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 21, 2016

Nonprofit new media managers often battle mobile and social media burnout. Plugged in from early morning to late afternoon and early evening, many new media managers struggle to find balance at the end of day when they need to shift their mental focus to personal and family responsibilities.

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 23, 2011

—– Google+, the social network launched by Google nearly 5 months ago, has recently opened up the platform to organizations and brands with a profile type akin to the options for individuals and Pages on Facebook. Here are a few reasons why using multiple social networking platforms doesn’t just mean you repeat your effort.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 21, 2019

It’s hard to deny that social media has forever created a fundamental shift in the way we engage with each other. That’s why when nonprofits encourage the act of social fundraising, they not only empower supporters to share their love of the cause, but they also leverage their vast personal networks to grow in so many ways.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Be familiar with important information on the organization’s website, social media sites, YouTube channel, and other assets. Staff the organization’s social media account inboxes and repeat the above. other people in your network. Be Informed. your neighbors. your family members. Thank Supporters. Prospecting.

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Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

One idea that has emerged for me through this way of exploring the topic is that of temporary versus permanent networks. Temporary versus Permanent Networks. Whether you are working on a campaign, a program or a service; whether it is online or offline (though I would argue it should probably touch both!); People are networked.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 9, 2012

It is about participating in social media to make a positive difference and doing so on a large scale. Years of network building, offline organizing with young people. Building relationships with online/offline influencers and getting them to be messengers for the cause. Simplicity and clarity of message.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

At the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) , the advocacy affiliate to the American Cancer Society , we have a volunteer like Susan in every congressional district. At ACS CAN, we’re seeing this newly inspired level of activity reflected in our offline recruitment as well. Let’s get started with some general tips.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 18, 2016

For more than a decade the blogosphere has touted the power and promise of social media (this blog included) , but there is also a downside to using social media for your nonprofit. Nonprofit social media managers are bombarded with depressing content. Nonprofits have to pay full price for advertising on social media.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 6, 2009

He gave a presentation about how Surfrider Foundation is striving to make its grassroots network more effective. He touched on how they are using social networks/media in this effort. Learning across the network, particularly across chapters is important. He also said he'd upload his slides on slideshare.).

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 14, 2012

By now, you've probably heard all the benefits of building a social media presence on Facebook or Twitter. We've compiled a list of resources including articles, blog posts, webinars, and case studies on best social media practices from our global network. TechSoup's Social Media Resources. TechSoup.org.

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NetWits

MARCH 8, 2012

And because fundraising continues to shift from offline to online nonprofits are faced with a growing need to find new and innovative ways to do fundraising through online sources. The move towards a multichannel fundraising approach (online and offline) is becoming more and more critical to long-term success.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 3, 2011

.&# Although he was blogging about how to integrate social media into education and the classroom, his ideas have always been transferable to nonprofits. He’s a dog lover too – so I could not resist. When I celebrated by big 50th Birthday in 2007, I held social media birthday card contest.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 24, 2014

Many nonprofit CEOs use their social media profiles to extend the reach of their thought leadership and connect with professional colleagues, media, and policy makers. CEOs are seen as experts on your brand, social change issues, and programs, thus their opinions are extremely valuable and trusted by the people in their networks.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 10, 2009

My guess is as we enter 2010, might we see the invention of Real Time Web fundraising events As more nonprofit explore the possibilities of location-based social networks and fundraising , the distinctions between online/offline fundraising will melt away. It's real time and location based social networks are also impacting advocacy.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 29, 2013

Last week, I was lucky enough to be invited to participate in a meeting organized by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation called “ Advancing Social Media Measurement for Foundations.” Our networks strengthen and diversify. The presentation offers some great examples of how to measure offline engagement and how to measure it.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

When we discuss peer-to-peer fundraising our focus often is on the online components; however, the offline activities surrounding our event allow us to improve relationships and connections with our supporters, thus potentially improving our online outcomes. And these relationships can be vital to fundraising success. Event Kick Off.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 9, 2011

Integrating Network Mindset. Adopting a networked mindset is believing in abundance rather than scarcity. That holds us back from embracing networked ways of working. Having a networked mindset as you approach your daily work can help you get better results. How to put network weaving into daily practice?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 1, 2010

During my first week as Visiting Scholar at the Packard Foundation, I had an opportunity to hear a presentation by the good folks at Surfrider Foundation about their online/offline activism. We used their story and the way they work in the first chapter of the book, The Networked Nonprofit , to introduce people to the concept.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

I’m just back from a few days mostly offline in the Point Reyes National Seashore area to walk along the beach and appreciate the beautiful views and nature. That balance is not a simple on and off switch – it is understanding how to integrate focused and receptive attentions into our online and offline lives.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 9, 2010

Note from Beth: Please j oin me on June 21st from 1-2 PM PST for the virtual launch of The Networked Nonprofit. One of the key messages in the book is that nonprofits need to work less as isolated institutions and more as networks. s social media strategy is not the icing but the cake itself. which you should read in full.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 23, 2013

How do you measure your network to learn how to improve outcomes? I’ll be participating in the session, as part of the context setting by giving an overview of themes in my book, “ Measuring the Networked Nonprofit ,” co-author with measurement guru KD Paine. Click to See Larger Image and Full Data by Marc Smith.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 19, 2011

My contribution to the panel is to provide context about the use of social media in emergency and disaster response as well as an overview of some of the tools we saw deployed last year and we may see in the future. Social media, like all technology, is developed by people. Social media, like all technology, is developed by people.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 5, 2009

Let’s dissect a networked approach to an online presence and see what the core dynamics are. we20 wants to inspire people, online, to get together, offline, to talk about ideas to improve our lives and our world. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be spreading their message and mobilizing people into action both on and offline.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 1, 2012

Use Social Media to Reel in Big Fish Donors Guest Post By Geri Stengel, Ventureneer. Note from Beth: We know that social media can bring in the small dollar donors, but what about larger gifts? Many nonprofits already use social media, including mobile, to raise money among individual donors. Flickr Photo by Canolais.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 15, 2020

According to Network for Good , one in six online donors will drop out of the donation process if they are sent to a third-party website. In addition to thanking your donors, use the page to convert your donors into social media followers and to inspire them to get more involved. 10) Include a phone number and mailing address.

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