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I just got an email from Holly Ross, the Executive Director of the Non-profit Technology Network – better known as NTEN. You received the same email if, like me, you’re subscribed to the NTEN newsletter (hint hint). Facebook, Twitter); average community size in Twitter rose 627% to 1,792.
> Download the 2011NTENCommunity Survey Report. In May of 2011 we circulated the link to the online survey to the NTENCommunity via direct email and announcements in our community channels, including our blog, NTEN Discuss email list, our Facebook page, and our Twitter network.
On the last day of the Nonprofit Technology Conference each year, we have an Awards Lunch and Community Celebration. NTEN gives two awards to NTEN Members, including the Lifetime Achievement Award , which we blogged about already. Leader, mentor & NPTech catalyst – this is how I see this year’s NTEN award winner.
Date : March 18, 2011. Topic : Community-Driven Social Impact. Description : This session will focus on strategies and tactics to amplify the impact of mission-based programs through community-driven efforts. Location : Washington DC. This session will include a presentation, discussion and small group scenarios. Session page.
Date : September 19, 2011. Description : Technology, access to information (and misinformation) and the changing scale of communications have definitely played a role in igniting social change and affected the way we build movements. Presenters: Amy Sample Ward , Membership Director, NTEN (moderator).
I just got back from the 2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference , where listening was top of mind: Listening to the amazing speakers, listening to the #nptech community , and listening to all the great ideas floating around the halls of the Washington Hilton.
The 2011 NTC saw the release of the latest " Nonprofit Social Network Benchmark Report ". > Download the 2011 Nonprofit Social Network Benchmark Report More than 11,000 nonprofit professionals filled out this year's survey, sponsored by NTEN, Common Knowledge, and Blackbaud, generating a veritable cornucopia of data. >
NTEN isn''t an organization, we''re a community – a community with a shared set of values , including authenticity, sharing, and of course, laughter. who embodies those values and enhances the NTENcommunity. They support the community by writing articles and presenting sessions and webinars.
The NTENcommunity is filled with amazing individuals who change the world every day. Past winners have had a hand in creating and funding the biggest organizations in our space, built nonprofit technology communities large and small, and are exploring and sharing some of the most interesting and innovative technology models.
2010 has been a good year for NTEN. After a lot strategic planning, much hard work (and not a little luck), we've managed to grow our membership, help more nonprofits learn nonprofit technology skills through our programs, and connect the NTENcommunity more than ever before. We listen to what you say you want from NTEN.
We are all very excited to announce today that NTEN has received a $1.15 This is the first grant NTEN has received from Google. So far, their tireless efforts to funnel strategic information, supportive community and valuable opportunities our way have been pretty monumental on minimal funding. million grant from the Google Inc.
Teaser: We are all very excited to announce today that NTEN has received a $1.15 This is the first grant NTEN has received from Google. You can read the official press release , but we thought you might rather read what a few members have to say: Blog Content: We are all very excited to announce today that NTEN has received a $1.15
2010 has been a good year for NTEN. After a lot strategic planning, much hard work (and not a little luck), we've managed to grow our membership, help more nonprofits learn nonprofit technology skills through our programs, and connect the NTENcommunity more than ever before. Are you NTEN's next Membership Director?
For the past three years, I’ve been a fundraising champion for NTEN, the premier organization for nonprofit techies. NTEN provides connections, learning, and inspiration for nonprofit techies like me to do their best work. So, please join me today and help me support NTEN on #GivingTuesday. You can participate here.
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Then the 2011 NTC Scholarship Silent Auction is for you! While we've used the public humiliation of the NTEN staff as the theme in the past, this year we want to celebrate the collective awesome of the NTENcommunity. Humiliation and good company provided by Microsoft Community Affairs. New to yoga? What's that?
Flickr: anythreewords Did you know that Fundrasing and Development staff was the fastest-growing constituency in the NTEN (read: nonprofit tech) community? > Please take the 2011NTENCommunity Survey Each year NTEN surveys the nonprofit technology community (that's YOU) to ask: How do you use technology in your work?
NTEN's mission is to help you do that. Today at the 11NTC , NTEN's Executive Director, Holly Ross, announced the launch of the journal during the morning plenary. Thanks to the generous support of Google, NTEN is proud to offer NTEN:Change to the nonprofit community for free !
November is Member Appreciation Month at NTEN. Our staff interacts with our community in different ways, here''s why Michael Nealis, Content Manager, loves our community My favorite thing about the NTENcommunity is the sense of belonging that it brings with it.
If you liked our look at the ROI of NTEN's Facebook ads , be sure to check out Groundwire's post on using ads to find likers for your fan page. Apropos of nothing, this video of a talking dog has been cracking up the NTEN office for weeks. The 2011 Games for Change Festival sure looks like fun. Community – specifically, you.
Flickr photo by leighblackall By the end of 2011, NTEN will have produced over 100 educational webinars and 3 in-person local events, with many more in 2012. NTEN Programs are growing and so is the Program Team to support it. So, I'm thrilled to announce a job opening for NTEN’s Educational Program Manager.
Megaphone: Flickr: floeschie Every week we pull together interesting tid-bits from across the web where NTEN members are making – or writing – headlines! In the News A big congratulations to John Merritt for his nomination and award as a 2011 Top Tech Exec from San Diego Magazine ! Have more news to share?
While we’re grateful to all members of NTEN, there are, of course, those of you who go beyond the proverbial "call of duty" and impact the NTENcommunity by providing extra time, resources, and wisdom to assist NTEN's work in this sector.
Each year, NTEN recognizes a member of this community who has furthered the work of the nonprofit technology field through dedication, innovation, and leadership. They set out to create a digital bulletin board service for the local community. This year, we are thrilled to honor Judy Hallman for her work with this award.
Just like they do with the Publishers Clearhinghouse sweepstakes, it's time to show off an NTEN award winner (so that you know that dreams can come true). Many of you participated in the NTENCommunity Survey earlier this year. Congrats, and thank you for participating in the survey this year!
The DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is back and calling for your best 2011 nonprofit videos! Did your organization create impactful videos in 2011? The contest is presented by YouTube and See3 Communications and generously sponsored by Cisco and us, NTEN. This message is cross-posted from the NTEN blog.
By Annaliese Hoehling, Publications Director, NTEN. The community manager has been around longer than you may think – and I'm not trying to be like Malcolm Gladwell by drawing (questionable) parallels to pre-Internet practices. Today's Community Manager had her start in the chat rooms and discussion/support forums of yesteryear.
All Blackbaud Blogs Contact Us Blackbaud.com About Nonprofit Trends Books Research Reports Speaking 2011NTEN Nonprofit Technology Conference – Day 3 Posted by Steve MacLaughlin on March 19th, 2011 This is the last day of NTEN’s Nonprofit Technology Conference ( #NTC ). That’s it for NTC 2011.
NTEN has been conducting an annual survey about technology (formerly known as "IT") staffing levels and salaries, as well as budget and planning practices of nonprofits, since 2006. We are happy to announce that the 2011 survey is underway – and that it is new and improved! > Number of technology staff per organizational staff.
The following is an excerpt from the newly released Social Media for Social Good: A How-To Guide for Nonprofits and was published in the September 2011 edition of Fundraising Success Magazine (@ frsuccess ). They are attentive to their communities on an almost daily basis. Has experience in online communications.
As Facebook reaches 600 million users in January 2011, social media continues to attract attention from nonprofits internationally. Make sure to cross-post to multiple social networks if you are sending out communications about an important subject. How can you empower your community? Empower visitors. What are their interests?
According to a 2012 infographic from NTEN , nonprofits have miniscule budgets when it comes to IT support and services, but realize the important role technology plays in their organization. By 2011, 55% of nonprofits survedy said they developed a technology plan or strategy. Did you know that small nonprofits have an average 1.26
Voting is now open for the 2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference session proposals! > We received more than 400 ideas this year -- a 75% increase over last year -- and we need your help to narrow those down to the 100 or so that will make the 2011 NTC the best one yet. You're the best nonprofit technology community in the world.
That’s right, the session selection process is open for the 2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference ! Building a Community Across Platforms. Most commonly, communities form around an issue, a cause, or even a campaign on many different types of social media, and stretch across platforms. Community Driven Social Impact.
Last week was the 2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference and not only did I have the pleasure of presenting a couple sessions, it was also my first NTC as a staffer, as I joined NTEN earlier this month. I had a really wonderful time, and the Community-Driven Social Impact session was terrific! Presentation.
Over the last decade, NTEN has been part of this transformation of technology from back-room efficiency builder to disruptor of every department in your organization. The NTENcommunity has been on the front lines, helping every one of us find the skills and connections we need to make the most of this opportunity.
Well, the Nonprofit Technology Conference is an amazing experience every year: people from all kinds of organizations, all kinds of backgrounds, and with all kinds of passion, joining together to talk about how we can use technology to make even more social impact – it’s just my kind of community! It’s not too late!
Read the post below or visit SSIR to read and comment with that community. Both campaigns leveraged the community and competition aspects of social media. The 2011 Millennial Donor report , the second in an annual series, focuses on engaging Millennials in fundraising. How are you working to build trust with your community?
Highlights DoGooder Video Awards announced , Maddie Grant NTC 2011 Science Fair shines light on new nonprofit technologies , Andrea Lum NTC Plenary, Dan Heath, Flip the Switch , Beth Kanter Taking the time to analyze success , Nicole Wallace Session Blog Posts 11NTC and nonprofit technology mapping resources , Jeremy Heffner Accidental Technologist (..)
You may recall that the NTENcommunity recently helped us raise over $15,000 to host more local events throughout 2012. We value both transparency and sharing here at NTEN, so we decided we would share all our campaign results with you. We sent a total of four emails to our community soliciting donations directly.
Over the last decade, NTEN has been part of this transformation of technology from back-room efficiency builder to disruptor of every department in your organization. The NTENcommunity has been on the front lines, helping every one of us find the skills and connections we need to make the most of this opportunity.
One of the case studies I shared was about NTEN’s recent social fundraiser to raise scholarship money for NTC conference attendance. They set up a c ommunity champions campaign on Razoo and asked their champions to commit to raising $500 each and that the money would be matched by the NTEN board.
Well, we at NTEN have our very own version of this, except we do it every spring -- and we don't just want to know who you are, we also want to know things like: How do you use technology in your work? How's NTEN doing? What would you like to see from NTEN over the next year? > Please take the 2010 Community Survey.
(Note: This is a weekly round-up of NTEN members doing and sharing their nptech awesome. Tag your own news with "nten member" or "nptech" to help us find your awesome online, or contact Annaliese with your updates.) . nonprofits, and we're happy to see NTEN members. Members are in bold. Who's your Mayor?
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