146 National Nurses Day!
VisionLink
MAY 6, 2020
On the heels of GivingTuesday (yesterday), we have another major national day today, May 6th, honoring nurses and by extension--other healthcare workers.
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How to Celebrate National Volunteer Month in 2020
Wild Apricot
MARCH 30, 2020
April is National Volunteer Month, but how do we celebrate amidst the COVID-19 crisis? Here are some ideas
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Honoring both Funders and Fundraisers on National Philanthropy Day
Connection Cafe
NOVEMBER 17, 2016
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.
Celebrating National Volunteer Week
Wild Apricot
APRIL 22, 2013
It''s National Volunteer Week - how is your organization celebrating? national volunteer week Volunteers
Guatemalan National Police Archive Goes Online
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
Planning for National Volunteer Week
Wild Apricot
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.
A Worthy Read: National Education Technology Plan
Beneblog: Technology Meets Society
DECEMBER 13, 2015
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.
Little Penguins, Big Drama: Lessons on How to Go Viral from the National Aquarium of New Zealand
Connection Cafe
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
When I joined the Blackbaud Arts and Cultural Solutions team, I stumbled across social posts from the National Aquarium of New Zealand and have been following them ever since. Timmy came to the National Aquarium after being found on a local beach with a spinal injury.
Social Media, Fortresses and Free Agents with Danielle Brigida of National Wildlife Federation
NetWits
APRIL 26, 2011
If you’ve been around the non-profit social media scene for any amount of time you’ve probably heard of (or even met) Danielle Brigida from the National Wildlife Federation (NWF).
It’s On! National Volunteer Week 2015
Wild Apricot
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.
SMS Nation: October Edition
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.
Celebrating The Nation's Founding
VisionLink
JULY 4, 2012
It began on the 4 th of July, that day in Philadelphia, when our fathers brought forth a new nation, conceived in liberty and dedicated to proposition that all men are equal. As is our tradition here at VisionLink, passing on holiday insights from Stan Stahl.
Using National Doctors’ Day to Cultivate Your Grateful Patient Program
Connection Cafe
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
Every March, National Doctors’ Day provides a time when healthcare development operations can lead the charge to honor their physicians in a myriad of ways, often with gifts and messages.
SMS Nation: August Edition
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.
SMS Nation: July Edition
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.
NVOAD National Partner of the Year
VisionLink
MAY 15, 2013
We are very honored to be named the National Partner of the Year by the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NVOAD), presented last night at the NVOAD annual conference in Portland, Oregon.
Our EveryAction Hero: United Nations Foundation
Everyaction
NOVEMBER 9, 2017
Created in 1998, the United Nations Foundation links the United Nations' work with others around the world, helping the UN address a range of global issues, including climate change, global health, women’s empowerment, peace and security, poverty eradication, and more. What does the United Nations Foundation do? AJ: Our mission is to support the work of the United Nations and to connect people and resources to the UN.
Charity Commission to join national fraud database
AFP Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2014
Charity Commission to join national fraud database : The Charity Commission is to become a member of Cifas, the national fraud database, so it can develop a risk fraud profile of the charity sector and provide a means of checking trustees for linkage to fraud and rights to remain in the UK.
Next phase of anti-spam law targets software - National | Globalnews.ca
AFP Blog
OCTOBER 23, 2014
Next phase of anti-spam law targets software - National | Globalnews.ca : ''via Blog this
National 2-1-1 Day
VisionLink
FEBRUARY 11, 2012
Today, 2/11, is national 2-1-1 day in honor of the call and resource specialists, and the many community organizations which work so hard to connect needs and assets in communities across the United States and beyond. Congratulations 2-1-1!
Your Volunteers Rock! Be Sure to Tell Them How During National Volunteer Week
Wild Apricot
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.
February 11 Is National 2-1-1 Day!
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?
February 11, 2015: National 2-1-1 Day
VisionLink
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
Today, February 11th, is National 2-1-1 Day and VisionLink would like to be the first to say how proud we are to support 2-1-1s and their mission to provide free and confidential information and referral services to millions of Americans nationwide. Right now, 2-1-1 operators across the nation are assisting with requests for services including housing, food, health care, and a variety of other services. Happy National 2-1-1 Day for the VisionLink Team!
To Act Nationally or Globally, Think Locally
Connection Cafe
APRIL 10, 2013
By Susie Gorden, Congressional Management Foundation. Sometimes the best way to make a nationwide or global impact starts closer to home, maybe right in your backyard. We all know the value of building relationships with Members of Congress and local legislators.
Improving the Donor Experience Across National and Affiliate Offices
Connection Cafe
MARCH 14, 2016
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.
Top Five Tips from National Volunteer Week
NonProfit Hub
APRIL 28, 2017
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.
Panda Nation is DIY Done Right: An Interview with WWF’s Jonathan Cass
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?
4 Ways to Recognize Volunteers for National Volunteer Month
NonProfit Hub
APRIL 13, 2018
April is National Volunteer Month! The post 4 Ways to Recognize Volunteers for National Volunteer Month appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Yes, you heard that right: there is a whole month dedicated to honoring volunteers across the country.
Solving Nonprofit Marketing Challenges across National and Affiliate Offices
Connection Cafe
APRIL 22, 2016
It takes both a local and national presence to implement the strategies that will allow a nonprofit to make an impact. Vice versa, there are donors who want to support expanded research and larger programs managed by the national office.
The State of the Canadian Web Nation | NTEN
AFP Blog
APRIL 8, 2015
The State of the Canadian Web Nation | NTEN : "About 90% of your major donors are visiting your website before making their first gift. But almost half of you don’t have a web strategy in place. Are you okay with this? Probably not. And you’ve probably heard stats like this before. You maybe even quote them. You also probably have no idea where they came from, or if they’re accurate." ''via Blog this''. NPWebContent NPWebdesign NPwebStrategy
Happy National Walking Day! #walkatwork
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
APRIL 6, 2016
Happy National Walking Day! Every year, the American Heart Association sponsors National Walking Day on the first Wednesday in April. National Walking Day is a great day to get started walking everyday!
National Press Club on Bookshare Partnerships with Universities and Publishers
Beneblog: Technology Meets Society
APRIL 14, 2009
I'm really looking forward to my first ever National Press Club talk in Washington D.C. Tags: NPC National Press Club newsmaker Bookshare coming up on April 29th.
Happy National Day of Unplugging
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.
Happy National Volunteer Week!
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.
National Information and Referral Services Day
VisionLink
NOVEMBER 17, 2014
In 2011 the Senate passed S.RES.241 declaring November 16 as "National Information and Referral Services Day" at the request of the Alliance of Information and Referral Services (AIRS). VisionLink , provider of CommunityOS , is honored to support nearly one out of every four calls made to 2-1-1 across the nation.
National Potluck: a virtual event in action
Connection Cafe
OCTOBER 29, 2009
The Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) has come up with a way to let us all extend the holiday - as well as to celebrate their anniversaries and two decades of accomplishments. Author: Sally Heaven. Thanksgiving is a beloved holiday, but it's usually over way too fast.
Association Social Media: National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
SocialFish
SEPTEMBER 25, 2014
The post Association Social Media: National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) appeared first on SocialFish.
Lori Warrens Talks 2-1-1 on National 2-1-1 Day!
VisionLink
FEBRUARY 11, 2014
VisionLink''s Senior Director of Community Relations, Lori Warrens, was mentioned in the National 2-1-1 press release " United Way Declares February 11 as National 2-1-1 Day " where she shares statistics and other information on the valuable 2-1-1 telephone service.
NTEN and National Volunteer Week
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.
U.K. cancer charity fundraiser teen Stephen Sutton dies - National | Globalnews.ca
AFP Blog
MAY 15, 2014
cancer charity fundraiser teen Stephen Sutton dies - National | Globalnews.ca : TORONTO – A British teen who raised over $5.86 million (CDN) for charity and inspired people around the world has passed away, his family has announced. At the age of 15, Stephen Sutton was diagnosed with bowel cancer and was told two years later by his doctors that his cancer was incurable. Related Stories Stephen Sutton surpassed his bucket list fundraising goal after posting his "final thumbs up."
National Day of Unplugging
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.
Perspectives from the Charitable Giving Report: National World War II Museum
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
SMS Nation: September 2015, Nonprofit Edition
Mobile Commons
SEPTEMBER 13, 2015
Welcome to this month’s nonprofit edition of SMS Nation! The post SMS Nation: September 2015, Nonprofit Edition appeared first on Mobile Commons. From overall text message strategy and success to text therapy, SMS is making great forward strides in supporting the goals of nonprofits.
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