Nimble AMS

JUNE 22, 2022

According to the Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study, members are more likely to be satisfied and invest in their organization if it’s an early adopter of technology—but less than 20% of association professionals feel very technologically prepared for the future. How innovative technology builds member loyalty.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 19, 2021

It is a digital reality – a cyberspace made up of multiple virtual worlds – that combines components of social media, gaming, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), cryptocurrencies, and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Big Tech, banks, corporations, and governments worldwide are betting big on the metaverse and its future.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 6, 2021

Virtual golf tournaments are played over an extended period of time across one or more golf courses, leveraging technology to track scores, provide sponsor exposure, and even to solicit donations. Virtual options can run alongside or independent of traditional tournaments—making them ideal for uncertain times. Cost: Free.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 19, 2020

With the right strategies and tools, virtual fundraisers have proven to rival even the best in-person fundraising events in terms of revenue, reach and donor engagement. Whether a virtual gala, run/walk, golf tournament, interactive contest or other virtual fundraiser, you can connect with donors and inspire giving. Cost: Free.

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 9, 2023

To meet the growing demands of your membership base, your association should consider adopting innovative technology like association management software (AMS). When members can customize their virtual space, it drives an excellent member experience and ultimately increases revenue. If so, you’re not alone. Here’s how: 1.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Is your association technologically prepared for 2023? Perhaps you’ve noticed a growing divide between your staff and their ability to leverage your current tech stack. Every organization has a software environment, a group of tech solutions that houses data, making it easy for communication between platforms. Event solutions.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Kayla Matthews is a researcher, writer and blogger covering topics related to technology, smart gadgets, the future of work and personal productivity. Fundraising is and will always be a necessity for nonprofit organizations, but times have changed — and so has the technology. Augmented and Virtual Reality. Microsoft Hololens.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 20, 2022

It has continued to gain traction with the growth of bitcoin’s blockchain technologies, expanding NFT markets, venture capital investments, and ongoing calls to reign in the power of big tech. With virtual reality, nonprofits can socialize (with avatars) as if they were meeting face-to-face and engage with younger supporters.

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 22, 2023

But before you can move ahead in your search, evaluation, purchase, and implementation of new AMS technology, you still need one thing: board approval. Gaining board approval for new AMS tech requires you to make a strong business case. Be sure to include examples of how the new AMS technology will empower staff.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 10, 2020

One of the best ways to showcase new tech designs and products is through an industry event. Ever since virtual events first became possible, the tech industry has been all over this space. And now, more than ever, tech has risen to the challenge and hosted some of the biggest most important tech virtual events this year. .

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Nimble AMS

JULY 7, 2022

Is it time for your association to invest in new technology? Perhaps you’ve lost staff because of broken digital processes and slow technology. You might even notice your member retention numbers are slipping, as individuals choose other associations with better technology to provide a superior member experience. .

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FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Digital tech has added to the endless cycles of busyness by being always on and creating constant fire alarms. But technology doesn’t have to be part of the problem; advanced digital technology like “smart tech” can be part of the solution. . Smart tech is about to become boring. . We have been here before.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

During the pandemic, countless small nonprofits replaced their signature event with a virtual fundraiser and got amazing results. That success has many nonprofit leaders wondering … should a virtual fundraiser become a regular line item on our fundraising plan? Virtual fundraising requires more creative thinking to pull off.

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 4, 2022

Here’s how you can use membership aims and innovative technology to successfully surpass your association goals. . TECH TIP: Level up your robust catalog of professional development training opportunities with Crowd Wisdom , a Community Brands LMS that integrates seamlessly with Nimble AMS. Here’s how: .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

By Kim Peterson , Content Marketing Specialist for Give by Cell , a technology company that provides mobile fundraising tools and text messaging services to nonprofits. A recent survey from tech giant Twilio showed that 85% of global consumers want the option to communicate with businesses via text message.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 19, 2022

In the era of COVID, in-person conferences have been halted and rescheduled or shifted to an entirely virtual experience, but in 2022 some conference organizers are moving forward with scheduling in-person events. Location: Virtual. Nonprofit Technology Conference. Location: Virtual. Location: Grand Rapid, MI + Virtual.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 31, 2021

Each year Nonprofit Tech for Good features a new set of online fundraising tools that are timely and relevant for the year to come. This year’s tools tap into fundraising trends that have emerged as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, from t-shirt fundraising for virtual events to contactless in-person giving. Bonfire :: bonfire.com.

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TechImpact

MARCH 28, 2014

There’s no denying the fact that technology has changed the way Americans work. All kidding aside, here are some of the ways technology has forever transformed the way we work, and find jobs. All kidding aside, here are some of the ways technology has forever transformed the way we work, and find jobs.

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OCTOBER 5, 2022

Higher education professionals from around the world are attending bbcon—Blackbaud’s Tech Conference for Good —October 17–18 to learn from thought leaders in education, fundraising, technology, and more. The entire conference is free and virtual, so everyone can join for inspiring content and peer networking opportunities.

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Top Nonprofits

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

In 2020, the pandemic and its resulting social distancing guidelines led nonprofits to experiment with virtual events (many of them for the first time). Now, several benefits inherent to virtual events have made them well worth adding to this year’s event calendar.One popular virtual event is galas. Tech experts.

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Achieve

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

virtual fundraising has been trending. However, harnessing technology can empower you to seamlessly interact with supporters and create sustainable revenue sources despite social distancing guidelines. When planning your next fundraising event, it’s up to you to decide which tech tactics are worth the time for your organization.

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TechImpact

APRIL 24, 2014

Technology is advancing at blistering speeds. Because of this, anticipating tech trends is the only way to ensure your nonprofit is staying ahead of the latest technology. Here are 9 buzz words and tech trends that your nonprofit needs to be on the look out for in the coming months and years. Software-defined networking.

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OCTOBER 27, 2022

Virtual fundraisers can be a great way for nonprofits to raise crucial funds without spending a lot on renting a venue to host an in-person event. With the right technology and a solid strategy, hosting a virtual fundraiser can be extremely lucrative for nonprofit organizations. What is a virtual fundraiser?

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Classy

JULY 14, 2021

The best way to learn about virtual fundraising events is to hear from those who’ve experienced them. We recently wrapped up our 2021 Collaborative: Virtual Sessions event here at Classy. Get to know their top insights and learning moments to accelerate the impact of your nonprofit’s next virtual fundraising event.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 24, 2020

As technology continues to advance, new fundraising techniques and trends are emerging. 1) Virtual and Augmented Reality for Donations. Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are two technologies that are popular in the gaming industry because they provide an immersive experience.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Despite incredible odds, nonprofits have figured out how to fundraise digitally, replace in-person events with virtual events, and support their communities from afar and have done that all while figuring out how to work from home. Technology is out there to support these efforts , but finding the right tech tools is only half the battle.

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AccelEvents

JULY 1, 2020

Virtual career fairs do not face these same limitations and can open recruiters to a wider, and potentially deeper, global talent pool. If you are thinking of hosting a virtual career fair, here is what you need to know: What is a Virtual Career Fair? Instead of in person, this event is hosted through a virtual event platform.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

One way to do this is through virtual trade shows. Here’s how the medical industry can find success with virtual trade shows: Why the Medical Industry Should Pivot to Virtual Format. Virtual trade shows are a highly effective way of promoting a product or end goal, and B2B sales are still growing in this online format. .

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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

With a virtual desktop, everything that you see on your computer screen (the operating system) is actually located on a server rather than on your computer’s local drive. An article on BNews explains what virtual desktops are and how they are being used. Virtual OS systems are shared. Image courtesy of Feedio.Net.

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AccelEvents

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

The event industry has shifted toward hybrid or virtual event formats, but what does that shift mean for networking events? Should you switch to virtual networking events? The good news is that facilitating networking in a virtual setting is quite simple. Here are our suggestions for navigating this virtual environment: .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 30, 2019

By Paul Lamb , Principal at Man On A Mission Consulting , has over 25 years of experience in business, nonprofit management, technology, and public policy. At its core blockchain is a database technology. Overall blockchain is still very much a nascent technology. Blockchain Simplified. Relevant Use Cases for Nonprofits.

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Achieve

AUGUST 18, 2020

Amid all the challenges and disruptions that 2020 has already thrown our way, tackling a new kind of virtual event might feel like a major undertaking for your nonprofit’s team. Besides, virtual engagement is now an integral (and necessary) part of keeping up your fundraising momentum. online and virtual fundraising.

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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

Gartner , a tech analyst firm, created a list of trending technology resources nonprofits and organizations are taking advantage of to make a greater impact using more robust resources, at a lower cost than traditional IT. Virtual Information. Image courtesy of Wisepreneur.

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Greater Giving

JULY 23, 2021

But embracing low-cost technological solutions can help. During the transition to virtual events, nonprofit event planners simply didn’t have a playbook. One of the biggest issues that nonprofits reported with virtual events (detailed in our State of Nonprofit Fundraising publication) was guest engagement.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

More importantly, moving to the cloud is a great way to demonstrate transparency, strengthen institutional memory, conserve resources, collaborate, and display tech-savvy. A tech genius recovered most of it, but it took this extreme situation for the board to decide to adopt the cloud. 5) Display Tech Savvy.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 3, 2020

But moving to virtual work doesn’t have to mean sacrificing business continuity. In fact, now is an ideal time to assess your association’s tools and approaches for virtual work. Here are three tips for preparing your association for virtual work: 1. Making the transition to a remote workforce can be challenging in normal times.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 25, 2020

The emergence of virtual events during the COVID-19 pandemic has lead to the development of new and unexpected roles on an event team. For an event planner, hosting a successful virtual event takes more than just finding the right virtual platform and using the proper marketing tactics. A virtual emcee. Virtual Emcee.

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