For the entire month of October, TechSoup and our donor partners will be participating in National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (also known as NCSAM). October might be a time for ghosts and monsters, but there are some other evils lurking out there: Internet malware, viruses, and threats! MORE
Now that we’re well into spring season, it’s the perfect time to participate in National Bike to Work Week, with National Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 19th! MORE
The same graph using national data shows the same summer 2014 spike. posted by Mark Hager, Ph.D. MORE
Netroots Nation , one of the leading conferences for activists to gather and participate in 70 panels and 30 training training sessions, caucuses and strategy sessions wrapped up on Sunday and had some terrific take-aways. This was my first time at Netroots Nation, but definitely not my last. MORE
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The National Day of Unplugging is a 24 hour period – running from sunset to sunset – and starts on the first Friday in March. The project is an adaption of the ancient ritual of carving out one day per week to unwind, unplug, relax, reflect, get outdoors, and connect with loved ones. MORE
I just finished reading the National Education Technology Plan , and I can recommend it to anyone interested in the future of technology in American education. These kinds of plans can be impenetrable, but I found this one quite readable and understandable. It is full of examples of interesting ed tech from for-profits and nonprofits, as well as local, state and federal government agencies. MORE
The United Way Worldwide declared February 11 as National 2-1-1 Day to recognize the importance of an anonymous, easy to remember 3-digit phone number (211) that was available to 24/7. VisionLink Is Proud To Support 2-1-1s Do you know 2-1-1? MORE
Welcome to this month’s edition of SMS Nation! Texas is ranked 42 nd in the nation for voter registration, and last for voter turnout. Thank you for reading this month’s edition of SMS Nation! The post SMS Nation: October Edition appeared first on Mobile Commons. MORE
National Study Reveals: Digital and Social Media Are Delivering for Arts Organizations , Guest Post by Mary Trudel and Rory MacPherson. From these questions, our national study, How Strong is Your Social Net? MORE
Blackfoot people are from four First Nations: Siksika, Kainai, Apatohsipiikani, and Ammskaapipiikani (Piikani). Together, the four nations call themselves the Niitsitapi, the Real People. I spent last week holed up in a cabin, working on my forthcoming book, The Art of Relevance. MORE
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According to a study released this fall by the National Philanthropic Trust , the assets held in these charitable funds increased almost 24% last year to a whopping $70.7 Nonprofit Fundraising donor advised fund Giving USA Foundation Grants National Philanthropic Trust MORE
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The Guatemalan government human rights ombudsman invited the Benetech Human Rights Data Analysis Group (HRDAG) to analyze the contents of the estimated 80 million documents in the Guatemalan National Police Historical Archive or the Archivo Histórico de la Policía Nacional (AHPN). You can read more about the Guatemalan National Police Archive digital repository here. Benetech archive Martus National Police Archive human rights disappearances Patrick Ball Guatemala MORE
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Whether coming from the national office or one of its local affiliates, there should be little variation in that message. Sharing data, as basic as it sounds, can be very challenging for nonprofit organizations that have a national office and local affiliates. MORE
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——————— Welcome to Tracie Rollins, social media manager for the National Association for Women Business Owners Phoenix Chapter (NAWBOPHX)! MORE
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——————— In today’s interview, we’re talking to Melissa Zinder, Manager, Social Media & Online Initiatives at the National Business Officers Association! MORE
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——————— Everyone say hi to Claire Berlin, Membership and Communications Coordinator, National Society of Accountants! The post Association Social Media: National Society of Accountants appeared first on SocialFish. MORE
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National Philanthropy Day—minus the turkey—is much the same, with our family comprised of funder and fundraiser alike, with donors committed to the communities where we live and work joining with the professionals who have helped them match passion with cause.
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I just finished reading the National Education Technology Plan , and I can recommend it to anyone interested in the future of technology in American education. These kinds of plans can be impenetrable, but I found this one quite readable and understandable. It is full of examples of interesting ed tech from for-profits and nonprofits, as well as local, state and federal government agencies.
VisionLink
FEBRUARY 11, 2016
The United Way Worldwide declared February 11 as National 2-1-1 Day to recognize the importance of an anonymous, easy to remember 3-digit phone number (211) that was available to 24/7. VisionLink Is Proud To Support 2-1-1s Do you know 2-1-1?
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
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Connection Cafe
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——————— Everyone say hi to Claire Berlin, Membership and Communications Coordinator, National Society of Accountants! The post Association Social Media: National Society of Accountants appeared first on SocialFish.
NonProfit Hub
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National Volunteer Week 2017 has come to an end, but treating your volunteers well should be a priority each and every one of the other 51 weeks. In celebration of National Volunteer Week, we compiled our top five tips to motivate your volunteers and keep them coming back.
Connection Cafe
JULY 20, 2015
World Wildlife Fund’s Panda Nation gets all of these concepts right, thanks in part to the always innovative Jonathan Cass. In this interview, Jonathan shares details of the past, present, and future of Panda Nation. ” What is Panda Nation?
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It''s National Volunteer Week - how is your organization celebrating? national volunteer week Volunteers
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APRIL 3, 2013
This year, National Volunteer Week will be celebrated April 21-27th. national volunteer week VolunteersHere are some resources to help you plan your volunteer recognition activities.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
MAY 3, 2017
Are you interested in partnering with national funders supporting pioneering work in bringing the rich idea of customer satisfaction to the social sector? Note from Beth: Melinda T.
Tech Soup Blog
SEPTEMBER 22, 2015
For the entire month of October, TechSoup and our donor partners will be participating in National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (also known as NCSAM). October might be a time for ghosts and monsters, but there are some other evils lurking out there: Internet malware, viruses, and threats!
Connection Cafe
FEBRUARY 7, 2016
At The National World War II Museum in New Orleans, fundraising is all about data and their data is all about their donors. At The National World War II Museum, they fundraise at a national level. “It’s
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
MARCH 4, 2011
That’s precisely when the National Day of Unplugging (NDU) starts. I’m about to hop on a plane and fly from Beirut back home in a few hours.
NTEN
APRIL 17, 2015
This week is National Volunteer Week ! Points of Light, the organization that established this program in 1974, notes, "National Volunteer Week is about taking action and encouraging individuals and their respective communities to be at the center of social change – discovering and actively demonstrating their collective power to make a difference." Inspired by National Volunteer Week, NTEN took a few hours of work time to volunteer in our local communities.
Beneblog: Technology Meets Society
JANUARY 25, 2012
The Guatemalan government human rights ombudsman invited the Benetech Human Rights Data Analysis Group (HRDAG) to analyze the contents of the estimated 80 million documents in the Guatemalan National Police Historical Archive or the Archivo Histórico de la Policía Nacional (AHPN). You can read more about the Guatemalan National Police Archive digital repository here. Benetech archive Martus National Police Archive human rights disappearances Patrick Ball Guatemala
SocialFish
SEPTEMBER 25, 2014
The post Association Social Media: National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) appeared first on SocialFish.
NTEN
APRIL 16, 2015
This week is National Volunteer Week ! Inspired by National Volunteer Week, we’d like to reiterate some of the ways one can volunteer and get involved with NTEN and be at the center of social change.
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JANUARY 19, 2016
Now that the United Nations Millennium Development Goals have expired and in some ways, have succeeded surprisingly well , the UN has developed a new set of even more ambitious goals. Image : United Nations and Project Everyone / CC BY-SA.
Frogloop
MAY 18, 2017
Now that we’re well into spring season, it’s the perfect time to participate in National Bike to Work Week, with National Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 19th!
Wild Apricot Blog
APRIL 7, 2015
April 12 to 18th is National Volunteer Week in Canada and the U.S. national volunteer week webinar Volunteers Here are some resources to help you recognize and celebrate with your volunteers - including our Expert Webinar on "Converting Joiners to Stayers", tips and tools from Volunteer Canada and Points of Light.
Mobile Commons
AUGUST 25, 2015
Welcome to this month’s edition of SMS Nation! Thank you for reading this month’s edition of SMS Nation! The post SMS Nation: August Edition appeared first on Mobile Commons.
Mobile Commons
OCTOBER 8, 2015
Welcome to this month’s edition of SMS Nation! Texas is ranked 42 nd in the nation for voter registration, and last for voter turnout. Thank you for reading this month’s edition of SMS Nation! The post SMS Nation: October Edition appeared first on Mobile Commons.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
NOVEMBER 22, 2011
National Study Reveals: Digital and Social Media Are Delivering for Arts Organizations , Guest Post by Mary Trudel and Rory MacPherson. From these questions, our national study, How Strong is Your Social Net?
Connection Cafe
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
The Donor: Establish a DAF with a public charity, like a community foundation, or a charitable fund (Fidelity Charitable or the National Philanthropic Trust, for example). According to the National Philanthropic Trus t (NPT), between 2013 and 2014, DAFs grew by 8.8%
SocialFish
AUGUST 27, 2014
——————— In today’s interview, we’re talking to Melissa Zinder, Manager, Social Media & Online Initiatives at the National Business Officers Association!
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
SEPTEMBER 20, 2012
Giving Tuesday hopes to spark a movement of people and organizations who want to celebrate giving and encourage more and smarter giving during the holiday season. The intent is to create an annual national day of giving on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving or this year on November 27, 2012. The campaign will encourage philanthropic activities that support nonprofit organizations.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
MARCH 1, 2013
The National Day of Unplugging is a 24 hour period – running from sunset to sunset – and starts on the first Friday in March. The project is an adaption of the ancient ritual of carving out one day per week to unwind, unplug, relax, reflect, get outdoors, and connect with loved ones.
Connection Cafe
SEPTEMBER 15, 2016
IMPACT 2030 is the Global Summit at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City. Outcomes + Impact #Impact2030 Global Summit millennials philanthropy SDGs Social Good Sustainable Development Goals United Nations volunteerism
Connection Cafe
APRIL 24, 2017
CoF’s work with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is a great example of collaboration in action. Foundations 2030 COF Council on Foundations foundation good is for everyone Outcomes philanthropy SDGs Sustainable Development Goals United Nations Vikki Spruill
Connection Cafe
APRIL 29, 2017
In collaboration with research firm, the National Research Group , we set out to break down the giving landscape across the American population, reflecting on differences amongst political groups, generations and other contributing factors that drive donors to act.
ASU Lodestar Center
OCTOBER 1, 2014
The same graph using national data shows the same summer 2014 spike. posted by Mark Hager, Ph.D.
Wild Apricot Blog
APRIL 13, 2015
National Volunteer Week is on from April 12 to 18. national volunteer week Volunteers Here are some ideas for how you can recognize your amazing volunteers and share your stories.
SocialFish
AUGUST 4, 2014
——————— Welcome to Tracie Rollins, social media manager for the National Association for Women Business Owners Phoenix Chapter (NAWBOPHX)!
Connection Cafe
JANUARY 15, 2016
According to a study released this fall by the National Philanthropic Trust , the assets held in these charitable funds increased almost 24% last year to a whopping $70.7 Nonprofit Fundraising donor advised fund Giving USA Foundation Grants National Philanthropic Trust
Museum 2.0
DECEMBER 2, 2015
Blackfoot people are from four First Nations: Siksika, Kainai, Apatohsipiikani, and Ammskaapipiikani (Piikani). Together, the four nations call themselves the Niitsitapi, the Real People. I spent last week holed up in a cabin, working on my forthcoming book, The Art of Relevance.
Wild Apricot Blog
JUNE 29, 2015
Want to find out how to motivate your volunteers, donors, supporters and board members? Check out our Nonprofit Blog Carnival round-up for June. membership Non-profit nonprofit blog carnival
Mobile Commons
JULY 6, 2015
Thanks for reading this month’s edition of SMS Nation! The post SMS Nation: July Edition appeared first on Mobile Commons. As 2015 rolls into summer, it brings with it the usual round of interesting text messaging related news.
Frogloop
JUNE 21, 2011
Netroots Nation , one of the leading conferences for activists to gather and participate in 70 panels and 30 training training sessions, caucuses and strategy sessions wrapped up on Sunday and had some terrific take-aways. This was my first time at Netroots Nation, but definitely not my last.
NTEN
APRIL 6, 2015
The State of the (Canadian) (Web) Nation, according to over 500 charities. So we decided to poll Canadian charities to get a better sense of what the state of the web nation actually is. Holly Wagg. Chief Digital Architect & Philanthropic Counsel. Good Works.
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