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By Jean O’Brien , founder of Digital Charity Lab , a social enterprise that builds digital skills in non-profits and shares free learning resources. Jean is also a freelance consultant who works on digital strategy, marketing and design for non-profits. MORE
It looks like February is going to be as busy month - with 31 (and counting) free non-profit webinars already scheduled. Marketing nonprofit non-profit Non-profit Communications Non-profit technology nptech social media training webinarThere is a wide range of webinar topics, so have a good look through this round-up, since there's bound to be something of interest to you or other folks in your organization.( read more ). MORE
Seth Godin has some firm beliefs and thoughtful insights when it comes to how non-profits can (and should) change the world. Back in January of 2008 he told us (the non-profit sector) that we should be looking to use the internet in new and innovative ways to build community and engage our supporters because direct mail, although still a huge revenue source, was beginning to show signs of fatigue. The ways non-profits have innovated in the past two years? MORE
Summer is almost over and school is back in session - with 24 free non-profit webinars scheduled for September. webinar MORE
Spring is here and there are lots of fresh new ideas for non-profits in a host of free webinars popping up this May! Non-profits webinarCheck out the round-up of 17 free webinars. MORE
Here is a round-up of non-profit, membership, marketing and event predictions and trends for 2013. Non-profits membership events MORE
We''ve rounded up 28+ free non-profit webinars that are available this January - check them out. webinars MORE
Here is a round-up of recently released reports and resources available free of charge that might be of interest to non-profit and membership organizations. This post offers an overview of NTEN's eNon-profits Benchmark Study and 2011 Social Benchmarks Report and Idealware's Donor Management System Workbook.( Donor management nonprofit non-profit Non-profit technology nptech social media MORE
How effective is Facebook for non-profits? Idealware surveyed over 500 non-profits and offers insight into their success with Facebook in their new report: Using Facebook to Meet Your Mission: Results of a Survey.( Facebook Non-profit research social mediaread more ). MORE
Here is the round-up of free non-profit webinars for October. Non-profits webinarWe've found more than 32 webinars on topics from RESPECT for your data, to e-strategy; LinkedIn Fundraising and much more. MORE
I just got an email from Holly Ross, the Executive Director of the Non-profit Technology Network – better known as NTEN. There’s always great information in the newsletter, but this time around I’m particularly excited because the focus is social networking for non-profits (something that, if you read this blog regularly, you know I’m very passionate about) and the 2011 Social Networking Survey. MORE
The peer-to-peer fundraising industry has been rocked by COVID-19. Join Event 360 and OP 3 for an exclusive roundtable on May 24 as we analyze the aftermath and look forward to innovations and solutions to build back better and stronger. RSVP today MORE
Additionally, inside The Storytelling Non-Profit Master Class, we spend a lot of time focused on improving your writing skills. The post Writing for Fundraising: Fundraising Appeal Writing Tips for Non-Profit Professionals appeared first on The Storytelling Non-Profit. MORE
Here we are in part 2 of our Non-Profit Planning Series where we are going to discuss choosing your priority projects to execute our chief initiative. You know your work situation and non-profit best so it's time to use your judgement. The post Non-Profit Planning Series – Choosing Your Priority Projects appeared first on The Storytelling Non-Profit. Fundraising Advice Non-Profit Communications MORE
Here is a round-up of 27 free non-profit webinars for November 2013. nonprofit webinar MORE
Whatever your chief initiative, it must make sense for your non-profit. Don't just set a chief initiative that looks good on paper but fails to account for your non-profit's unique circumstances, resources, history, etc. Why Your Non-Profit Needs a Chief Initiative Oh I could give you a lot reasons why you should have a chief initiative. The post Non-Profit Planning Series — Setting a Chief Initiative appeared first on The Storytelling Non-Profit. MORE
So what type of metrics are non-profits tracking to determine if they are achieving their objectives? Here’s what we’ve seen based on talking to close to 800 non-profits. When I look at the data it’s obvious that, in general, non-profits are not focused on the right things. Only 15% of the non-profits we talked to were measuring house file growth (or sometimes know as email list growth) based on their social media involvement. MORE
By Jean O’Brien , founder of Digital Charity Lab , a social enterprise that builds digital skills in non-profits and shares free learning resources. Google Ad Grants is an in-kind programme that gives non-profits free access to Google business tools, and incredibly, $10,000 per month in free advertising on their Google Ads platform. One of the most common mistakes that non-profits make with their Google Ad Grants accounts is to add thousands of keywords to their account. MORE
In addition to using Trello for The Storytelling Non-Profit, I use it personally for meal planning and household management. Story Bank If your non-profit wants to share stories and get more mileage out of your best stories, you need to have a story bank. MORE
Profit isn’t a word that nonprofits feel comfortable with. But adding four letters to the dirty word nobody wants to talk about is vital for nonprofits, and completely changes the meaning—profitable. Just because you’re a nonprofit doesn’t mean you can’t be profitable. When a business is profitable it means that they’re making money. That’s not the only version of profitable, though. How can your organization embody the meaning of profitability? MORE
This is the second in our 2-part series listing a variety of tech tools non-profits can use, from volunteer and member management, to fundraising, to website creation, community building, collaboration, and more.( application nonprofit non-profit Non-profit Communications Non-profit technology nptech Web 2.0 MORE
Non-profit Communications membership Apricot Jam This week’s link round-up is all about communicating – about your organization and to your members and supporters. MORE
Here''s a look at the "Overhead Myth" and calls for new ways of thinking about and measuring non-profit and charity success. Non-profits MORE
Think a blog is just another name for a online journal, not really suitable for a serious non-profit organization? Blogging Non-profit Communications websites social media Tags: Non-profit technology nptech Web 2.0 Think again! A blog can be whatever you want it to be. In fact, the main differences between a website and a blog are in the technology behind the scenes, and how your visitors interact with your content.( read more ). MORE
Crowdfunding—also known as crowdsourcing—has become a potent and viable means of raising money for thousands of non-profits around the globe. Joe Garecht, author, non-profit consultant and founder of The Fundraising Authoring has seen crowdfunding campaigns both succeed and fail, and as such offers up some key tips and takeaways to ensure your non-profit’s hard work is rewarded when embarking on this unique fundraising endeavor. MORE
Can we apply the "six STEPPS to crafting contagious content" to non-profit emails? nonprofit blog carnival Non-profit Communications MORE
So your non-profit organization needs to get a website, finally – or to revamp the existing website, perhaps to make it work better for your members and donors, perhaps to reflect a change in direction or brand. No matter what your non-profit website’s design and content will be, there are two big questions you need to nail down early in the planning process: How will we build our website, and where will its files be hosted? MORE
We''ve found 28 free webinars on great topics for non-profits this March - check them out! nonprofit webinar MORE
Here's our round-up of free non-profit webinars for June 2012. webinar Non-profitTopics include email marketing best practices; nonprofit sustainability; executive compensation; social networking; grants and much more. MORE
Vantage Point is hosting a free session for young professionals in the not-for-profit sector – this is your chance to ask an expert and get your questions answered. MORE
When I talk with non-profit professionals about their storytelling endeavors, I often get asked questions about interviewing someone for their story. Story interviews for non-profits are a skill you can master. I often recommend that non-profits have a system for sourcing story leads. MORE
One of the questions I get asked at least once a week is, "How can our non-profit stand out?" The post Your Non-Profit’s Road Map to Standing Out appeared first on The Storytelling Non-Profit. Featured Post Fundraising Advice Non-Profit Communications MORE
For the next two weeks, curious non-profits can get a trial to see exactly how this works for their organization Smartphones are how we communicate – in fact, a recent study shows that we look at them over a 100x each day. MORE
Here is the round-up of free non-profit webinars being offered in December. Along with our Wild Apricot product overview and Membership Database webinars, we've found 22+ on topics ranging from non-profit sustainability to Facebook enhancements. nonprofit webinar Non-profit Wild Apricot MORE
Unfortunately, non-profit’s have much to fear these days: a slump in the economy that translates to a downturn in donations; an ineffective social media program; an unscrupulous or ineffective board of directors; an apathetic staff or volunteer base; the list goes on and on. The post Stay in Control: Keeping Your Non-Profit Password Protected appeared first on Byte Technology’s Non-Profit Web Design Insights Blog. MORE
application nonprofit non-profit Non-profit Communications Non-profit technology nptech Web 2.0 You’ll find a variety of tech tools in this 2-part series, from volunteer and member management, to web publishing and document sharing, to back office tasks, project management, and more.( read more ). web based software web-based software MORE
The March Nonprofit Blog Carnival is about non-profit disruption and innovation. So we looked at Fast Company''s Most Innovative Companies for 2014 to see if there were lessons to guide non-profit innovation. Non-profit nonprofit blog carnival MORE
And though they use the massive sets of data they collect to help create a better experience for their consumers (such as customized ads or tailored movie recommendations), their primary goal is to use what they learn to maximize profits. These information-centric areas are built for Big Data—data that if better understood could help provide a pathway to maximize our human potential, instead of maximizing profits. MORE
Here's our round-up of free non-profit webinars for August. There are some great webinars on topics such as strategies for Board Recruitment; Storytelling for Fundraising Success; Google Apps for Non-profits; and much more! Non-profits webinar MORE
Non-profits nonprofit If your organization accepts credit card donations, you may want to be on the watch for this potential refund scam. MORE
PHLY’s eBook offer is a comprehensive guide to insurance for the non-profit and human services sector MORE
webinar Non-profitsIn June, you can choose from among 18 free webinars that offer up a host of insights, ideas and practical tips on topics like: Leveraging your Database, Gaining Microsoft donations, Avoiding Mobilegeddon and Creating Volunteer Handbooks. Take a look at our list! MORE
Here''s our round-up of more than 19 free non-profit webinars for July 2013. nonprofit Non-profits webinar MORE
Here is our round-up of free non-profit webinars for January 2013. This month we found webinars on topics such as: harnessing the power of video; non-profit corporate compliance; non-profit blogging that engages and much, much more. webinar Non-profit MORE
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
When I talk with non-profit professionals about their storytelling endeavors, I often get asked questions about interviewing someone for their story. Story interviews for non-profits are a skill you can master. I often recommend that non-profits have a system for sourcing story leads.
NonProfit PRO
MAY 13, 2021
The peer-to-peer fundraising industry has been rocked by COVID-19. Join Event 360 and OP 3 for an exclusive roundtable on May 24 as we analyze the aftermath and look forward to innovations and solutions to build back better and stronger. RSVP today
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Nonprofit Tech for Good
MARCH 17, 2020
By Jean O’Brien , founder of Digital Charity Lab , a social enterprise that builds digital skills in non-profits and shares free learning resources. Jean is also a freelance consultant who works on digital strategy, marketing and design for non-profits.
The Storytelling Non-profit
AUGUST 16, 2020
One of the questions I get asked at least once a week is, "How can our non-profit stand out?" The post Your Non-Profit’s Road Map to Standing Out appeared first on The Storytelling Non-Profit. Featured Post Fundraising Advice Non-Profit Communications
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 30, 2021
For the next two weeks, curious non-profits can get a trial to see exactly how this works for their organization Smartphones are how we communicate – in fact, a recent study shows that we look at them over a 100x each day.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 8, 2021
PHLY’s eBook offer is a comprehensive guide to insurance for the non-profit and human services sector
NetWits
JANUARY 27, 2011
I just got an email from Holly Ross, the Executive Director of the Non-profit Technology Network – better known as NTEN. There’s always great information in the newsletter, but this time around I’m particularly excited because the focus is social networking for non-profits (something that, if you read this blog regularly, you know I’m very passionate about) and the 2011 Social Networking Survey.
The Storytelling Non-profit
OCTOBER 5, 2021
Additionally, inside The Storytelling Non-Profit Master Class, we spend a lot of time focused on improving your writing skills. The post Writing for Fundraising: Fundraising Appeal Writing Tips for Non-Profit Professionals appeared first on The Storytelling Non-Profit.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 6, 2018
By Jean O’Brien , founder of Digital Charity Lab , a social enterprise that builds digital skills in non-profits and shares free learning resources. Google Ad Grants is an in-kind programme that gives non-profits free access to Google business tools, and incredibly, $10,000 per month in free advertising on their Google Ads platform. One of the most common mistakes that non-profits make with their Google Ad Grants accounts is to add thousands of keywords to their account.
NetWits
DECEMBER 21, 2010
So what type of metrics are non-profits tracking to determine if they are achieving their objectives? Here’s what we’ve seen based on talking to close to 800 non-profits. When I look at the data it’s obvious that, in general, non-profits are not focused on the right things. Only 15% of the non-profits we talked to were measuring house file growth (or sometimes know as email list growth) based on their social media involvement.
Wild Apricot
MARCH 21, 2014
The March Nonprofit Blog Carnival is about non-profit disruption and innovation. So we looked at Fast Company''s Most Innovative Companies for 2014 to see if there were lessons to guide non-profit innovation. Non-profit nonprofit blog carnival
NetWits
DECEMBER 28, 2010
Seth Godin has some firm beliefs and thoughtful insights when it comes to how non-profits can (and should) change the world. Back in January of 2008 he told us (the non-profit sector) that we should be looking to use the internet in new and innovative ways to build community and engage our supporters because direct mail, although still a huge revenue source, was beginning to show signs of fatigue. The ways non-profits have innovated in the past two years?
Wild Apricot
APRIL 27, 2015
Spring is here and there are lots of fresh new ideas for non-profits in a host of free webinars popping up this May! Non-profits webinarCheck out the round-up of 17 free webinars.
Wild Apricot
JUNE 24, 2013
Here''s our round-up of more than 19 free non-profit webinars for July 2013. nonprofit Non-profits webinar
The Storytelling Non-profit
JUNE 2, 2020
Whatever your chief initiative, it must make sense for your non-profit. Don't just set a chief initiative that looks good on paper but fails to account for your non-profit's unique circumstances, resources, history, etc. Why Your Non-Profit Needs a Chief Initiative Oh I could give you a lot reasons why you should have a chief initiative. The post Non-Profit Planning Series — Setting a Chief Initiative appeared first on The Storytelling Non-Profit.
The Storytelling Non-profit
JUNE 8, 2020
Here we are in part 2 of our Non-Profit Planning Series where we are going to discuss choosing your priority projects to execute our chief initiative. You know your work situation and non-profit best so it's time to use your judgement. The post Non-Profit Planning Series – Choosing Your Priority Projects appeared first on The Storytelling Non-Profit. Fundraising Advice Non-Profit Communications
Byte Technology
OCTOBER 21, 2015
Crowdfunding—also known as crowdsourcing—has become a potent and viable means of raising money for thousands of non-profits around the globe. Joe Garecht, author, non-profit consultant and founder of The Fundraising Authoring has seen crowdfunding campaigns both succeed and fail, and as such offers up some key tips and takeaways to ensure your non-profit’s hard work is rewarded when embarking on this unique fundraising endeavor.
Wild Apricot
JULY 23, 2012
Here's our round-up of free non-profit webinars for August. There are some great webinars on topics such as strategies for Board Recruitment; Storytelling for Fundraising Success; Google Apps for Non-profits; and much more! Non-profits webinar
Wild Apricot
FEBRUARY 5, 2014
Non-profits nonprofit If your organization accepts credit card donations, you may want to be on the watch for this potential refund scam.
Beneblog: Technology Meets Society
APRIL 10, 2013
And though they use the massive sets of data they collect to help create a better experience for their consumers (such as customized ads or tailored movie recommendations), their primary goal is to use what they learn to maximize profits. These information-centric areas are built for Big Data—data that if better understood could help provide a pathway to maximize our human potential, instead of maximizing profits.
Wild Apricot
JANUARY 2, 2013
Here is a round-up of non-profit, membership, marketing and event predictions and trends for 2013. Non-profits membership events
Wild Apricot
SEPTEMBER 23, 2013
Can we apply the "six STEPPS to crafting contagious content" to non-profit emails? nonprofit blog carnival Non-profit Communications
Wild Apricot
JULY 17, 2013
Here''s a look at the "Overhead Myth" and calls for new ways of thinking about and measuring non-profit and charity success. Non-profits
Wild Apricot
NOVEMBER 28, 2011
Here is the round-up of free non-profit webinars being offered in December. Along with our Wild Apricot product overview and Membership Database webinars, we've found 22+ on topics ranging from non-profit sustainability to Facebook enhancements. nonprofit webinar Non-profit Wild Apricot
NonProfit Hub
AUGUST 21, 2015
Profit isn’t a word that nonprofits feel comfortable with. But adding four letters to the dirty word nobody wants to talk about is vital for nonprofits, and completely changes the meaning—profitable. Just because you’re a nonprofit doesn’t mean you can’t be profitable. When a business is profitable it means that they’re making money. That’s not the only version of profitable, though. How can your organization embody the meaning of profitability?
Wild Apricot
JUNE 3, 2015
webinar Non-profitsIn June, you can choose from among 18 free webinars that offer up a host of insights, ideas and practical tips on topics like: Leveraging your Database, Gaining Microsoft donations, Avoiding Mobilegeddon and Creating Volunteer Handbooks. Take a look at our list!
Wild Apricot
SEPTEMBER 24, 2012
Here is the round-up of free non-profit webinars for October. Non-profits webinarWe've found more than 32 webinars on topics from RESPECT for your data, to e-strategy; LinkedIn Fundraising and much more.
Wild Apricot
APRIL 20, 2011
application nonprofit non-profit Non-profit Communications Non-profit technology nptech Web 2.0 You’ll find a variety of tech tools in this 2-part series, from volunteer and member management, to web publishing and document sharing, to back office tasks, project management, and more.( read more ). web based software web-based software
Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 20, 2012
Here is our round-up of free non-profit webinars for January 2013. This month we found webinars on topics such as: harnessing the power of video; non-profit corporate compliance; non-profit blogging that engages and much, much more. webinar Non-profit
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 26, 2014
Summer is almost over and school is back in session - with 24 free non-profit webinars scheduled for September. webinar
Wild Apricot
MAY 25, 2012
Here's our round-up of free non-profit webinars for June 2012. webinar Non-profitTopics include email marketing best practices; nonprofit sustainability; executive compensation; social networking; grants and much more.
Wild Apricot
APRIL 21, 2011
This is the second in our 2-part series listing a variety of tech tools non-profits can use, from volunteer and member management, to fundraising, to website creation, community building, collaboration, and more.( application nonprofit non-profit Non-profit Communications Non-profit technology nptech Web 2.0
Charity Village
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
Vantage Point is hosting a free session for young professionals in the not-for-profit sector – this is your chance to ask an expert and get your questions answered.
Wild Apricot
MARCH 20, 2015
Non-profit Communications membership Apricot Jam This week’s link round-up is all about communicating – about your organization and to your members and supporters.
Byte Technology
MAY 12, 2015
Unfortunately, non-profit’s have much to fear these days: a slump in the economy that translates to a downturn in donations; an ineffective social media program; an unscrupulous or ineffective board of directors; an apathetic staff or volunteer base; the list goes on and on. The post Stay in Control: Keeping Your Non-Profit Password Protected appeared first on Byte Technology’s Non-Profit Web Design Insights Blog.
Wild Apricot
JANUARY 2, 2014
We''ve rounded up 28+ free non-profit webinars that are available this January - check them out. webinars
Wild Apricot
JANUARY 21, 2011
It looks like February is going to be as busy month - with 31 (and counting) free non-profit webinars already scheduled. Marketing nonprofit non-profit Non-profit Communications Non-profit technology nptech social media training webinarThere is a wide range of webinar topics, so have a good look through this round-up, since there's bound to be something of interest to you or other folks in your organization.( read more ).
Wild Apricot
OCTOBER 25, 2013
Here is a round-up of 27 free non-profit webinars for November 2013. nonprofit webinar
Wild Apricot
JANUARY 19, 2011
So your non-profit organization needs to get a website, finally – or to revamp the existing website, perhaps to make it work better for your members and donors, perhaps to reflect a change in direction or brand. No matter what your non-profit website’s design and content will be, there are two big questions you need to nail down early in the planning process: How will we build our website, and where will its files be hosted?
Wild Apricot
FEBRUARY 24, 2014
We''ve found 28 free webinars on great topics for non-profits this March - check them out! nonprofit webinar
Wild Apricot
APRIL 5, 2011
Here is a round-up of recently released reports and resources available free of charge that might be of interest to non-profit and membership organizations. This post offers an overview of NTEN's eNon-profits Benchmark Study and 2011 Social Benchmarks Report and Idealware's Donor Management System Workbook.( Donor management nonprofit non-profit Non-profit technology nptech social media
Wild Apricot
JUNE 13, 2011
How effective is Facebook for non-profits? Idealware surveyed over 500 non-profits and offers insight into their success with Facebook in their new report: Using Facebook to Meet Your Mission: Results of a Survey.( Facebook Non-profit research social mediaread more ).
Wild Apricot
SEPTEMBER 23, 2009
Think a blog is just another name for a online journal, not really suitable for a serious non-profit organization? Blogging Non-profit Communications websites social media Tags: Non-profit technology nptech Web 2.0 Think again! A blog can be whatever you want it to be. In fact, the main differences between a website and a blog are in the technology behind the scenes, and how your visitors interact with your content.( read more ).
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