Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Ideally, it should match your Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, MySpace and Foursquare URLs. Unlike Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, MySpace, and Foursquare, this image should be rectangular, not square. Unlike Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, MySpace, and Foursquare, this image should be rectangular, not square. For example, www.ustream.tv/user/nonprofitorgs.

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Care2

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

The study also answers the biggest question on everyone's mind. MySpace hit an all-time low with only 7% of nonprofits utilizing this platform. MySpace hit an all-time low with only 7% of nonprofits utilizing this platform. Are nonprofits raising any money on social networks? Big Picture Data.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 5, 2011

They were on Myspace and organizing via Facebook Groups years before corporate brands, higher education, and broadcast and print media. Keep that in mind when selecting the service you want to use and build your nonprofit’s brand on: WaterAid on Twitpic :: twitpic.com/photos/wateraid. Nonprofits pioneered social media.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Back in 2006 when I joined the organization we had a MySpace page with 25 friends. While the giants (Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, Flickr and Youtube) are great for outreach and relationship-building, we’ve had surprising successes with StumbleUpon, LinkedIn, Plancast and other sites. YouTube: youtube.com/nationalwildlife.

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Robert Weiner

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

The topic of closed alumni communities versus social media is on the minds of a lot of university staff, so I'm posting this along with my response. What we see as a benefit is the thought that perhaps using the Net Community, it might be a little more professional than having a group on FB or MySpace.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 14, 2013

My mind wanders after a couple of paragraphs even when reading New York Times Bestsellers. Before Myspace then Facebook and then Twitter, I was a voracious reader. In 2013, keep these two words at the forefront of your mind. 7) Always use a salutation and closing in email communications.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 18, 2011

So much so that many nonprofit professionals are overwhelmed by the all choices – and as the Mobile Web and related start-ups continue to grow, prepare to be mind-boggled by all the new technology options available to your nonprofit in coming years. 4096 Color Wheel :: ficml.org/jemimap/style/color/wheel.html.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 9, 2009

Based in Dublin, Ireland, Ammado is a social network just like Facebook or MySpace, but whose primary focus is to empower people and nonprofits worldwide to fundraise and donate online. Keep that in mind. Not any anymore… thanks to Ammado.com. I think it works great for marathons and in lieu of birthday, wedding gifts, etc.,

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Tech Soup

MAY 8, 2009

Many people view online social networking tools, such as Facebook , LinkedIn , and Myspace as time-draining distractions. However, if you haven't seen a use for Facebook for your organization, then you are not alone, and we are here to help. Tools Web 2.0

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2011

So much so that many nonprofit professionals are overwhelmed by the all choices – and as the Mobile Web and related start-ups continue to grow, prepare to be mind-boggled by all the new technology options available to your nonprofit in coming years. 2dCode :: 2d-code.co.uk. Based in the U.K., 2d Code is a must read for the early adopters.

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NTEN

AUGUST 17, 2009

These are new series designed with our nonprofit rockstar members in mind. We bring free sessions to NTEN members every month, actually, in our Ask the Expert, Round Table, and Community Call series. What, you're not an NTEN rockstar yet? You should totally learn more and take advantage of our summer membership special -- while it lasts!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 13, 2008

But, it isn't a black and white question in my mind. I've seen this first hand -- I don't engage deeply on MySpace - yet some of my donors for the Cambodian campaign who heard about on Facebook and shared it with their friends on MySpace. Do other organizations that work on the same issues have a presence?

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See3

NOVEMBER 18, 2008

We even re-skinned their MySpace page to reflect the microsite creative!). We had this technology-centered, enthusiastic young audience in mind from the very beginning, always asking the question, “In this age of 24/7 information access, what will get their attention, connect with them, and really make them think?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2010

Megan: MySpace was probably our first introduction to social media, but not sure the year we created the account. YouTube: youtube.com/thetaprootfoundation. LinkedIn: taproot-foundation. Jumo: [link]. What was the very first social media tool your organization utilized, and when? We don’t use it in our strategy now, which is telling!

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NTEN

AUGUST 25, 2009

Danah Boyd has found that, in spite of their seeming ability to promote a true public sphere, social networks may, in fact, be furthering social divisions : It wasn't just anyone who left MySpace to go to Facebook. So, be mindful. In fact, if we want to get to the crux of what unfolded, we might as well face an uncomfortable reality.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 8, 2010

With that in mind, the AIDS.gov team compiled some advice about what it takes to use Twitter effectively to engage with our audiences. Here are some of things we keep in mind as we plan our new media activities: Be consistent. Many of the lessons apply across new media tools. Make it known.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 29, 2007

" If you don't organize your time well, establish a disciplined work routine, and have some specific goals in mind when you go online to a social networking site , particularly if you are you managing more than one, you waste time "bouncing." And I know I'm not at all unique." " Most nonprofit online networkers agree.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 29, 2008

The first thing to keep in mind? Ask for a show of hands, who has heard of Myspace? A lot of questions to be asked. And a lot of hard work to make sure you create something that???s s long-term and sustainable instead of another flash in the pan. Ninety-two percent of word of mouth happens offline. Otherwise you???ll

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Michael Stein's Non-profit Technology Blog

JANUARY 24, 2007

Well, they don't mind. She's focusing on the youthful subscribers to the Myspace website, her model of the rapid release project. What she does not dwell on is that Myspace is fundementally different from business software - it is not critical to most users' bottom lines. After all, they're paying.

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Have Fun - Do Good

SEPTEMBER 18, 2008

Participate in social networks like Facebook and MySpace, as well as niche social networks related to the theme of your blog. I won't post your name, but I will post your question with my answer, so keep that in mind as you write, if you don't want details in your question to identify you. Write more of those! Run a contest.

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AFP Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2007

According to Clinton, community forums like MySpace and YouTube help like-minded young people come together far. The theme was echoed throughout the night.

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Robert Weiner

JULY 20, 2013

Someone in my {Myspace|Facebook} group shared this {site|website} with us so I came to {give it a look|look it over|take a look|check it out}. Howdy|Hi there|Hey there|Hi|Hello|Hey} would you mind {stating|sharing} which blog platform you’re {working with|using}? Its {like you|such as you} {read|learn} my {mind|thoughts}!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 30, 2009

Is that MySpace friend an activist? And it is the lingua franca for dealing with Generation Y and younger-minded supporters. Many of them expressed concerns that there is not an organization-wide strategy for using social media, and that in the absence of ownership there are more data and interaction silos being created.

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Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 21, 2008

Facebook and MySpace are of course the biggies, but you might want to consider creating a presence on a do-good social network like Change.org , Care2 , Just Cause , Razoo , WiserEarth or World of Good too. . * Title your email, "Ask Britt: your question topic." Photo Credit: Photo of me answering your questions (: taken by my hubs.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 18, 2013

Niche Networks and Early Adoption (Instagram, Tumblr, Ning, Change.org, Care2, Wiser Earth, BlackPlanet, Quepasa, New Myspace): 5-10 Hours Weekly. Chapter 2 :: What About Myspace? A New Myspace has launched. Flickr and Pinterest: 5 Hours Weekly. LinkedIn: 5 Hours Weekly. Blogging: 10 Hours Weekly. Upload more photos.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 31, 2008

ve been responsible for bringing animal cruelty and animal welfare related issues into the media spotlight and on the minds of average Americans. Since this brought dogfighting into the spotlight and put it on the minds of many Americans, we figured it was a good time to reach out to people. Our mission is ???celebrating

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 2, 2009

Your requests must be framed with this in mind. When targeting Generation Y's (although exact birth years are widely argued, for purposes of this article and statistics -- individuals born between 1979-1994), approximately 60 million people, you need to give some thought as to who they are and what motivates them.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 5, 2008

As I mentioned above non profits are starting young professionals networks which are great approaches to allowing young adults to get involved while connecting with like minded people. But honestly, I would have an excellent website before branching onto facebook or myspace.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 18, 2013

Niche Networks and Early Adoption (Instagram, Tumblr, Ning, Change.org, Care2, Wiser Earth, BlackPlanet, Quepasa, New Myspace): 5-10 Hours Weekly. Chapter 2 :: What About Myspace? A New Myspace has launched. Flickr and Pinterest: 5 Hours Weekly. LinkedIn: 5 Hours Weekly. Blogging: 10 Hours Weekly. Upload more photos.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 30, 2007

Susie's Blog (winning hearts and minds over to FOSS) is on a jargon busting binge and has found a wiki that explains what all the alphabet soup of acronyms in the nonprofit sector in the UK means. Mind Bloggling is blogging community designed to provide a safe space for poeple experiencing the effects of mental ill health.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 5, 2006

Like um lets say myspace. I will try to keep their minds fed with a fair display of music and art every 4 hours as well! It has made my life more difficult. Most people don't always understand how a piece of software that facilitates conversations can change the world. until it does. How did you come up with idea of Code-A-Thon ?

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Museum 2.0

MAY 16, 2007

When you think of MySpace, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Social networking sites like MySpace, Facebook, LinkedIn, even ExhibitFiles are tools that allows people--strangers and friends--to connect with one another. I wanted to cheer, but the first thought in my mind was, "Are you crazy? What makes Web 2.0

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Connection Cafe

JULY 29, 2009

You see all of these other orgs using Twitter, Facebook, Digg, MySpace, YouTube, LinkedIn, Blogger and the list goes on… How do you make sure you are using the latest and greatest in new media that will effectively contribute to your movement? My best advice is to have an open mind, do your research and to just get online and play.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 12, 2007

It is only the most narrow-mind and short-sighted of management that actively ignores the primary motivations of human aspiration. How short was the hype cycle of MySpace? " Stow Boyd goes on to observe that most "enlightened" corporate management supports personal development. tool after Web 2.0 Of YouTube? Of Facebook?

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NTEN

JANUARY 27, 2010

Hooking up with a cohort or a group of like-minded folks is a great way not only to learn but to build, gain, and exchange trust with your peers. " 'Nuff said. So, there's plenty to educate yourself on -- but it could take some semesters in studying to get comfortable with them all. You might consider moving to OpenID.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 17, 2008

Social Networks: Facebook, Myspace, and many more. Keep in mind that the big one eats the little one. Niche content. Blogs are connected - we're talking about a blogosphere. A rating of 100 or more is considered good in Romania. Personality is important. You are writing to create conversation, not to just inform. .

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Care2

MARCH 4, 2008

Since this brought dogfighting into the spotlight and put it on the minds of many Americans, we figured it was a good time to reach out to people. Carie Lewis: We wanted to give the public an outlet to express their feelings about the Michael Vick dogfighting issue. What were the costs associated with facilitating the competition?

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