Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 12, 2011

Microsoft works with nonprofits all over the world and offers technical training and software grants through their partnership with TechSoup. I’ve been fortunate enough to be hired to provide three social media trainings to their nonprofit partners in Malaysia (photo above), Singapore, and the Philippines.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Keeping nonprofit audiences engaged during training can improve your outcomes. There are many creative ways to engage participants at a training - both face-to-face and online. One technique is to incorporate movement – from mini-stretch breaks, to self-assessment exercises to switches in the delivery model.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 19, 2016

Photo: Americans for the Arts. Designing and facilitating training (not matter the topic) is one of my passions and why I blog about it on a regular basis. I also love sharing techniques and tips with other trainers and often do “train the trainers” sessions as part of my practice. Movement is better than sitting.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 15, 2012

My role was to deliver components of the Networked NGO curriculum – sessions on network mapping, challenges assumptions about networked ways of working, as well as training on how to use the online collaboration platform for their together moving forward. The photo above shows the “Fish Bowl” technique.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

I’ve just returned from an inspiring week in Kiev, Ukraine where I got to facilitate a training for women’s organizations organized by Wake , an amazing start up founded by two respected colleagues Trish Tierney and Heather Ramsey. But one thing that I just loved was our group photo.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 21, 2023

Some examples of social media assets can include images, videos, photos, hashtags, and thought leadership topic ideas. As you train your advocates, consider including a section on social media and how you expect your members to use it to advance advocacy efforts. Highlight any upcoming policies your advocates are working on.

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Candid

JUNE 3, 2024

Are our training programs for elder services and long-term care providers effective in improving the quality of life for the LGBTQ+ elders they serve? Photo credit: SAGE The post Using data to make LGBTQ+ elders and their needs visible appeared first on Candid insights. Direct services. Technical assistance.

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The NonProfit Times

JUNE 19, 2024

(Photo courtesy of Bank of America) There’s a big difference between running a marathon and achieving a high jump – unless one is talking to the Boston Athletic Association, organizers of the Boston Marathon. The final donation tally leapt from $40.2 million in 2023 to $71.9 million for this year’s event. mile course, Hale donated $26.2

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 30, 2016

Are you interested in learning how to create and deliver effective tech training? Are you ready to take your staff or volunteer training to the next level? TechSoup will host a live event featuring three training experts on Thursday, September 15 at 11 a.m. Here's how to get started with TechSoup online training.

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Whole Whale

MAY 2, 2024

Custom photo stock This is a fun excuse for an intern to run around the office and any physical sites to take good pictures of work in action. Index and put these photos in a system like Google Photos or Flickr for the organization to use in the future. Visit Campus 15.

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Candid

JANUARY 31, 2024

We offer a wide variety of free training resources on fundraising topics, including live webinars as well as on-demand courses. These locations provide some of Candid’s in-person trainings, along with access to tools and resources. And if you prefer books, check out Candid’s library of ebooks and audiobooks.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 18, 2016

That's why TechSoup has partnered with Idealware to offer a new online training series built just for nonprofits: Tactical Technology Planning. Note: you'll need to create an account on our training platform, even if you're already a TechSoup member. Practical, Tactical Training by and for Nonprofits. spanhidden.

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Whole Whale

JANUARY 17, 2024

There is a massive risk with using LLMs that train on your data, and part of that risk is that we don’t fully understand the scale of that risk as it gets bigger. This is a potent metaphor as LLMs (Large Language Models) are described as being trained on oceans of web and other data. ” So you’re telling me there’s a chance?

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John Kenyon

APRIL 11, 2024

The Bias Issue AI systems like LLMs are trained on vast datasets of text, primarily from the internet. This training data reflects the racial biases, stereotypes, and disproportionate perspectives of the world where the data comes from. However, they also offer intriguing potential benefits.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 11, 2009

Photo by Rennet Stowe That's the question that Stephen Downes raises after reading " Get Ready To Participate: Crowds and Governance" published on Henry Jenkins blog and written by Daren C. The suggestion is that the wisdom of the crowd can somehow be orchestrated, or led, or managed like a trained seal. Brabham , a Ph.D.

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Candid

APRIL 10, 2024

Understanding bias and harm Modern AI tools are trained on vast amounts of mostly human-generated data. In many cases, the training data is curated from the internet, with all the prejudices and biases of the humans creating it. We continue to refine the data we use for training and evaluating our grants auto-coding system.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 4, 2021

Those aboard the online fundraising train tend to not look back. Personal training sessions. Upon signing up, be sure to include your logo, photos and message to show them what you’re all about, then promote your program via email, text and social media. Consulting services. Custom artwork. Signed memorabilia. Travel packages.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 8, 2019

One design important instructional principle for trainings and meetings, whether online or face-to-face, is to start off with a fun way to ease into the work. You have a couple of provocative questions related to the topic you will be discussing or training on and have people line up as to whether they agree or disagree.

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The MatrixFiles

MAY 1, 2024

Although I love to take photos and videos, I’m not actually one to spend a lot of time looking back. All of this new work is prompting new offerings by Matrix Group, necessitating new training for my staff, and creating a need for new skills sets and new positions at the company.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 16, 2022

What if you didn’t need a highly trained designer every time you needed an image for an article or report? Whether you need product photos, photos of people using your products, or simply stylish stock photos, these tools can help you find what you’re looking for. A picture is worth a thousand words. 13 per image.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Smile Train consistently shows the dramatic impact of its work via Twitter. By showing a simple before and after photo, you feel connected and drawn in and want to learn more, maybe even to get involved. PHOTO OF SMILE TRAIN TWEET. 2) Share photos of your volunteers in action. Image courtesy of No Kid Hungry.

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Volunteer Hub

APRIL 12, 2022

Some of the best ways to demonstrate volunteer impact include sharing personal stories, communicating program outcomes, displaying videos and photos of volunteers in action, and allowing your dedicated volunteers to be involved in the story. Invest in Training. Keep in mind, training should be an ongoing process.

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Candid

APRIL 1, 2024

Some risks are rooted in the machine-learning data that AI tools are trained on. Photo credit: SolStock via Getty Images The post Mitigating future risks: Why your organization should have an AI policy appeared first on Candid Blog. These risks can lead to lawsuits, misinformed decisions, or unintended discrimination.

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Candid

JUNE 4, 2024

They’re also providing language guidance and de-escalation training, so that canvassers are prepared in the case of a hostile interaction. Photo credit: Asian American Federation The post How funders can bolster direct voter engagement appeared first on Candid insights.

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Candid

MAY 23, 2024

In addition, despite a slight decrease in demand for employment services and career training, half of the surveyed communities still faced significant challenges in meeting the need for employment. “By

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 24, 2013

One of my favorite assignments, though, is what we call “Train the Trainer” (T3), where I will work with a group of folks who will later put on a different hat and train their colleagues on new software. Not just for training. How is software emotional? So is implementing software a persuasive appeal? You bet it is.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2017

Real-time reporting from nonprofit conferences and events requires an advanced skill set, training, and a lot of practice. Live reporting from nonprofit conferences and events requires an advanced skill set, training, and a lot of practice. Instagram: Share photos and video clips and stream using Live Video Stories.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

Before you follow any account, ensure that your profile is complete with (1) a well-designed profile photo and header image; (2) a bio that expresses clearly your organization’s mission; and (3) a link to your website. Don’t be a photo tag spammer either! Upload powerful photos and videos.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

In the photo, the team is walking her through some of the technical parts of the new system. That photo above is a picture of one of Mr. Luis’s llama looking straight at me part way through our trek. Training in breeding is part of the program. That is what the #Tech2Empower program is all about!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 24, 2020

Since those days, I have continued to hone my virtual facilitation skills to design and deliver effective virtual meetings and trainings. This post takes a deeper dive into meeting and training icebreakers and check-ins. This post takes a deeper dive into meeting and training icebreakers and check-ins. Hat tip/ Jen Bokoff ).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 14, 2014

However, if this person is willing to learn and if your nonprofit has a training budget, individuals who have most of the skills can eventually acquire all the skills necessary to ensure that your nonprofit can achieve the goals listed in your strategic plan. Photo and Video Editing Ability.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 7, 2008

Photo by Topeka Library. The question is related to social media training: What are the key questions nonprofit organizations should ask to help them determine how to prioritize social media training and experimentation as they do their technology and organization-strengthening planning? What's the most effective way to do it?

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The email includes some great candid photos of you with the other volunteers and staff working. If you are offering staff professional development or other training opportunities, consider opening it up to volunteers. Create a hall of fame wall with volunteer photos. Learn about their hobbies and interests. Thank their family.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 24, 2011

They are simply tools that can result in high ROI for your nonprofit, but only if the person sharing Status Updates, Twittering, and Checking-in on behalf of your nonprofit has the right skills, experience and training to make social media produce results. then please at the very least make sure your interns are properly trained.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Interesting and informative content can truly set your fundraiser apart from the rest, and the right photos can help tell your story in a unique way. Here are a few tips about choosing photos that can lead to fundraising success : Stay away from using grainy or unclear images. Farm-to-Table Job Training: Grow Local Leaders.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Provide training. Offer training in how to ask people for money and how to be successful in peer-to-peer fundraising. Consider an in-person or virtual training experience, depending on your fundraising ambassadors’ schedules and preferences. Or, consider leading a training session yourself! Don’t you want that?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 8, 2019

Photo by Equal Rights Advocates. The photo above is from a mini-workshop I did as part of Wake International’s “ Tech2EmpowerUSA.” I had not been in the room before, although I did see photos. Even if you have a short amount of time to teach (and set up), you can make your trainings (and meetings) interactive.

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