TechImpact

APRIL 23, 2014

If someone likes your content enough to curate it, and post it to their own site, it is important to know that. Make a list of those referral sites and analyze their mission statements, or their “About “Us” sections. Make a list of those referral sites and analyze their mission statements, or their “About “Us” sections.

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TechImpact

JULY 30, 2014

Or have you ever wondered how many visitors arrive to your site from Twitter vs Facebook. Distinguish patterns the way users flow, or navigate, through your site. By understanding where they come in, and where they drop off, will help you plan ways to keep them on the site, longer. Take advantage of site speed.

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Tech Soup

MAY 16, 2014

He publishes how-to articles on NTEN, TechSoup Canada , and the surprising Nonprofit MarCommunity site. When I asked Jason why he is interested in so many different NPTech things, he said it’s probably because he spent his formative years in Kitchener-Waterloo in Southwest Ontario where he went to Wilfrid Laurier University.

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TechImpact

MARCH 18, 2015

One of the most important things non-profits hope to get out of their blogs are shares on social media sites. When site visitors share your content, you get more views for the article and your blog, which leads to more engagement and visibility for your organization. Getting your followers to share your content can, however, […].

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John Kenyon

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Marnie Webb, CEO at Caravan Studios, recently asked nonprofit tech folks via Twitter “I’m giving a talk on the next wave of technology for NGOs. What groups of technology would you include? ” I think Marnie was asking about tools or technologies, like Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning.

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TechImpact

AUGUST 26, 2014

According to a recent survey conducted by LinkedIn , reading industry news posted on the professional social networking site was the top reason for users under 35 to log on and check their feeds. Additionally, the content that is published on this site garners a high amount of trust from its users.

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TechImpact

DECEMBER 4, 2013

However, many corporate environments, especially nonprofits, seem hesitant to jump into a new way of conducting business, and understandably so as there exist many misconceptions and uncertainty surrounding the reasonably new technology. Here are 4 cloud computing misconceptions from Connecting Up to set you at ease about cloud technology.

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TechImpact

MARCH 25, 2014

Landing pages are located on the left side bar under: Behavior –> Site Content –> Landing Pages. Visitors to your site via a specific source, be it Twitter, Facebook, or emails, tend to donate more on average, you will have a better idea of where to focus fundraising efforts. Traffic sources leading to donations.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

It's high time to catch up on some nonprofit technology trends and news! There’s lots of interesting NPTech news this month. As I suspected, privacy and security remain a very hot topic in NPTech and in the general tech zeitgeist. I just have to say here how much I love this type of technology for good.

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TechImpact

DECEMBER 23, 2013

Convenience is key in today’s technology driven society, and as a direct result of this fact, mobile giving is poised to rise in 2014. When linking to your cause via social media, text message, or email, make sure the link takes the donor directly to the donation page, not the main site. Image courtesy of Givelify.

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NTEN

APRIL 12, 2013

Community custom mobile apps Mobile mobile apps nonprofit event engagement nptech Social Media Strategy Web Sites Communications Program' Considering that by 2015 mobile web usage is expected to exceed all other web usage, mobile is integral to a successful digital strategy.

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TechImpact

MARCH 27, 2014

They should be devoid of jargon or any words and phrases that may confuse a visitor to your site. Some site use one as their primary and the other as their secondary and vice versa. You do not want visitors to your site to work for the information they need. If you’re having trouble organizing, try card sorting. Drop down menus.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

Yet, despite all the interest and inadvertent use of cloud computing, many nonprofits are hesitant to use the technology to its full potential for fear of costs. Large up-front capital expenditures for on-site server solutions can become a thing of the past because of a switch to cloud computing. Reduce capital expenditures.

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TechImpact

JANUARY 27, 2014

It is impossible to ignore the importance of technology in today’s competitive nonprofit fundraising climate. Blogging, or content marketing, is one of the best ways to promote traffic to your site, build relationships, and cultivate your position within whatever community you are trying to establish yourself. Start blogging.

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 22, 2014

The popular professionally-focused social networking site has empowered millions of people around the world to find new jobs and foster a meaningful relationships. But the site also boasts a robust engine for searching thousands of volunteer opportunities. At least to some degree.

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TechImpact

JUNE 19, 2014

Outside of the ubiquitous ‘hit counter’ on Geocities sites, no numbers existed to substantiate the effectiveness of any digital marketing initiative. Analytics are by far the easiest and best way to measure the effectiveness of a technology implementation, fundraising campaign, or content marketing plan. And for good reason.

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TechImpact

MARCH 5, 2014

The most important tip is to make sure your content is pervasive across all pertinent social networking sites. The post 4 Strategies For Successful Nonprofit Content Marketing appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. It is an entirely other thing to get that content in front of readers. Interaction.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

Security is comparable to on-site hosting. The bottom line is, your data is just as secure on the cloud as it is on an on-site solution. Working with your cloud vendor, integrating your cloud, and importing your data from your preexisting on-site servers is a breeze. Accuracy and automation. Implementation, and customization.

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TechImpact

JANUARY 28, 2014

The social media site best known for its recipes, cat pictures, and fashion advice, Pinterest reported a nearly 44% increase in ecommerce sales in 2013, a category that should raise more than a few eyebrows in the nonprofit sector. appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. Pinterest renaissance.

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Tech Soup

JULY 6, 2015

Have you ever thought about hosting nonprofit technology events in your community? If you're holding monthly events gathering the #nptech community, let me know , and I'll include you in the next community calendar, or apply today to start your own NetSquared group. Houston, Texas: The Legal Side of Nonprofit Technology.

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TechImpact

DECEMBER 19, 2013

Because hosting is being taken care of off-site, and the provider is generally taking care of all the installations, upgrades and anything else your system needs, there will be far less on your end that needs repairs. Industry News Tech cloud cloud computing cloud technology nonprofit npCloud npTech' No servers.

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TechImpact

MAY 27, 2014

The social networking site is also one of the best places for nonprofits to digitally spread their name and recruit help to completing their mission. The post 4 Reasons Nonprofits Should Follow More On Twitter appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. But how can my nonprofit effectively spread our name?

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 2, 2014

Check out these stats by Shareaholic if you’re not convinced: Average time on site: 227 seconds. The post 5 Stats That’ll Change Your View Of Content Marketing Forever appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. Average pages per visit: 2.99. Average bounce rate: 43.19%.

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TechImpact

MAY 29, 2014

You have to ensure that more visitors are arriving to your site this month than last. Individuals arriving to your site are learning new and pertinent information. It has 5 pages, impeccable copy, and even a few links to social media sites. Today, they are a necessary element to any successful organization. And they won’t.

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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Analytics are important because they let you know who’s on your site, where they came from, what the looked at when they were there, and where they went after. They’re the window into exactly who’s coming to your site, and for what reason. General analytics data database nonprofit nonprofit technology npTech website'

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MAY 17, 2011

I’m tired of reading and hearing about about social media and nonprofits, and I’m annoyed that social media is taking up so much of the air space in the #nptech world. As you know, I’m a bit of a technology curmudgeon, but I’m far from a luddite – I’m an early adopter, for the most part.

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NTEN

MARCH 11, 2011

Fortunately, the quick response to the quake, especially in the realm of technology, has been equally impressive. Just a few short years ago, technology in disaster response was a different animal all together. With dozens of sites to search through, the odds of actually connecting with someone were tough.

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TechImpact

JULY 22, 2014

By having prominently placed your signup boxes in the first step, anyone who arrives to your site as a result of your mailer will be prompted upon arrival to give you their email. The post The Power of the Email Address appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. Social media matters here, too.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 25, 2014

Our lead story in this issue of TechSoup’s Nonprofit Technology News is the creation of the Mobile Giving Alliance that will help charities develop their mobile giving. Fund for UNICEF, and United Way Worldwide to bring more mobile technology resources charities. Forget Batteries: New Technologies To Power Electronics Devices.

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Wild Apricot

MARCH 5, 2009

News often appears at a social news site faster than through traditional media outlets. Tags: General News Social networking General non-profit interest Non-profit technology Web 2.0 What makes these services interesting and useful is that they’re great at bringing fresh and relevant news to people’s attention. read more ).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 19, 2011

I “met&# virtually Chris first through the NpTech Tag in 2007 and he kindly helped me clean up an RSS mess. It uses machine translation but on the Meedan site there is a cue for human translators. What has been your experience with user-centered design process for online communities and web sites?

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NTEN

JANUARY 8, 2013

There are many sites that allow you to upload data, as well as download other data, for free. These are just a handful of nonprofit-focused data sharing sites to get you started: National Center for Charitable Statistics: NCCS provides data, as well as analysis tools and reports, on Nonprofits around the US.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 10, 2007

NpTech Talk. NpTech Software. Most of the links identified have flowed through the NpTech Tag stream but nice to revisit them! Web Site Usability, Social Media Engagement and ROI. FrogLoop has a ROI calculator for social networking sites in a campaign. Ruby Sinreich's Advocacy 2.0 Need some comic relief?

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TechImpact

AUGUST 25, 2014

While nonprofits may not like to invest in new technology right away, the rising age of servers, and their propensity for failure with age, makes the cloud a smart option. The cost of the cloud vs the cost of a typical on site server farm is comparable to the cost of owning a house vs renting a house.

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NTEN

MAY 17, 2013

By framing social media within a familiar, real-life context, this approach empowers staff members to use their best professional judgment without feeling intimidated by the technology or the virtual setting. Jason Shim is passionate about the intersection of nonprofits, youth, and technology. Follow Shub @shubsengupta.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

The agencies working on this site are attempting to assist charities in identifying good outcome indicators based upon evidence-based models that have been proven to work in specific cause areas. I hope that you can find new ways to use technology to make your outcomes even more profound! nptech data management charity navigator'

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 25, 2008

One of the above is the actual cover of " Visualizing Information for Advocacy " - a must read booklet from Tactical Technology Collective. NpTech Conversations. This guide on the Total Cost of Technology from the ICT Hub may also be useful. For more NpTech Talk, see this roundup over at the NTEN blog.

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