Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 17, 2023

It not only helps raise awareness about your cause but also enables you to connect with a wider audience and attract potential donors and volunteers. Personal stories from beneficiaries or volunteers can be particularly effective in conveying your organization’s message. In influencer campaigns, measure reach and impressions.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Volunteers are the backbone of any nonprofit organization. Clearly, volunteers are essential to your nonprofit’s ability to move its mission forward. Clearly, volunteers are essential to your nonprofit’s ability to move its mission forward. But volunteers don’t just appear out of thin air.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

But without an effective volunteer recruitment strategy, finding participants for peer-to-peer fundraisers can be challenging. You may also have an additional group of passionate supporters who can help your P2P efforts succeed: your volunteers! Cheer on your volunteers to help them reach their goals.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2020

For the first time, readers could comment and share their opinions publicly on a piece of online content. Comments were taken very seriously, and in some cases, coming up with response was an agonizing, overthought experience. Also interesting about today’s nonprofit blogging is that many nonprofits have turned off commenting.

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Qgiv

JULY 14, 2021

Local Qgiv client, Lakeland Volunteers In Medicine, recently had an exceptional fundraising team (called Swan Before the Storm) raise funds for their 2021 Swan Derby event. When raising funds for Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine, Swan Before the Storm knew their friends and family would be most responsive on Facebook.

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Tech Soup

JULY 22, 2014

And while you might be a super worker or volunteer, you're not super human so you shouldn't be expected to know everything about everything. GCF Learn Free is a great resource for training others in computer literacy as well as personal training. Got a favorite online technology training resource? Image: Shutterstock.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

So, instead of pouring more resources into paid ads or buying lead lists, focus on engaging with your audience and adding value to their lives. Respond to comments and questions to show you are listening. Position your nonprofit as a trusted resource on social issues to establish authority. Authenticity builds trust.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 1, 2020

To keep employees, volunteers, and donors safe, in-person events have been canceled for the foreseeable future. They are more likely to donate to a cause, attend a virtual event, or volunteer when they are invited by people they know and trust. COVID-19 obviously changed this dynamic. Appeal to intrinsic and extrinsic motivations.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 14, 2017

Sponsored by Reward Volunteers. Wherever it occurs, volunteering exists to help others. We did some digging to find out all the reasons why volunteering rocks. We did some digging to find out all the reasons why volunteering rocks. Volunteering helps build a strong safety net for when you’re experiencing trying times.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 17, 2023

It’s not surprising if volunteers are reluctant to scrutinize themselves in the mirror. Along with the staff, the board is your most significant human resource. As I’ve said before, without trust, you may have volunteers but you don’t have a team. I’ll get on my Association 4.0 Evaluating its health should be a top priority.

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Bloomerang

MAY 26, 2022

Your board members, volunteers, and current donors are some of the strongest advocates for your cause because they’re already invested in seeing your mission succeed. For example, offer a free branded t-shirt to volunteers who bring a friend to a volunteer opportunity, or to donors who invite a loved one to a fundraising event.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

That comment isn’t meant to cast shade; just to point out that although the bots are fun, there are still some hurdles involved in really putting them to work. Develop a chatbot that recommends relevant resources, such as whitepapers, webinars, or online courses, based on a member’s current needs and interests.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The day is typically celebrated with a variety of events and activities, including award ceremonies, fundraising galas, volunteer recognition , and educational programs. These events aim to honor philanthropists, volunteers, professional fundraisers, and organizations that have made a positive impact on their communities. In the U.S.,

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 25, 2024

You can watch the video here as well as the human curated resources shared and a Copilot created summary transcript here. Another example includes using AI to optimize volunteer engagement by aligning opportunities with individual skills and interests.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

That means most nonprofits are spending more time and resources bringing in new folks every year than they are keeping them. But don’t feel like you need to do any or all of them, as the time and resources required to put them into practice vary. So, it doesn’t need to cost much or take a ton of resources and time.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 26, 2014

Whether you're managing volunteers or an online community, the SF Online Community Meetup is a great place to learn from (and share with!) This month's event featured our own fabulous forums manager, Jayne Cravens, sharing her online community and volunteer management wisdom. Why Volunteers? Great Volunteers.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 1, 2022

Comment on a news cycle story that relates to your non-profits work A great way to connect with your organization’s community is to comment on any ongoing issue or news that might be happening at a current time and that might be related to your organization’s cause. Consider curating a useful resource for them each month.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2024

Small nonprofits face even more challenges when it comes to securing funding in comparison to larger organizations—from low donor retention rates to limited resources to an overall lack of unrestricted funding. More funds mean your nonprofit can bring on skilled staff and provide better training and experiences to volunteers.

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 23, 2011

We welcome your comments and feedback. Do volunteers count? Volunteering is the heart and soul of the social sector. They ask, “How can we present to our Board of Directors, our funders, and our volunteers how much value volunteering brings to our ability to carry out our mission?”. Hours per Volunteer.

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NTEN

JUNE 28, 2011

It seems like a logical assumption that Facebook should also be a good way to attract volunteers—but is that true? Facebook is a good way to attract new volunteers,” said Jayne Cravens, an independent consultant at Coyote Communications who has vast experience in online volunteerism. It turns into volunteer recognition,” Cravens said.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 8, 2024

One of the most common questions we receive from professional and volunteer nonprofit leaders is: How much should we ask for ? An effective strategy can be blended gifts combining current and deferred resources from estates. Let us know in the comments. The truth is that there is no one-size fits-all formula.

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Candid

JUNE 18, 2024

Whether you’re a nonprofit staffer, program officer, researcher, donor, or volunteer, we’ll offer quality information to help you deliver on your mission. Or, if there are other topics you’d like to see discussed on this platform, please share your ideas in the comments below.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 25, 2024

Smaller and medium-sized nonprofits lack the staff larger organizations have, which means fewer resources for keeping track of and engaging with past donors. This kind of donor is ready to give and shows this through active participation at events, volunteering, responding to communications, and more.

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Bloomerang

MAY 10, 2024

Boards need to be regularly refreshed , plus it’s important to have a place where promising volunteers and donors can be lifted up to leadership roles. Designate a volunteer leader. Let us know in the comments! While there is no legal requirement from the IRS, most states require a set term of years.

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Candid

JANUARY 30, 2023

You’ll need to dedicate time and resources to the rebrand process. Or maybe you’ve heard comments from a board member or supporter that elements of your brand no longer align with your current mission and values. You’ll need to dedicate resources to the rebrand process. Prepared to press go on rebranding your nonprofit?

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 17, 2012

We welcome your comments and feedback. Many volunteer managers cite recruitment as their greatest challenge; however, Brudney and Meijs (2009) contend that “the preoccupation with recruitment distracts attention and resources from the management and retention of volunteers” (p.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

A CTA is an invitation to take action, such as donating, volunteering, signing up for something, signing a petition, pledging to do something, etc. Donate your skills (graphic design, strategic planning, human resources). Work with the organization to create a list of all the in-kind resources that would be useful to the organization.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Forty percent did not see any long-term revisions to their product portfolio, and almost 60% believed membership patterns would revert to their pre-pandemic status, with many leaders commenting that their mission, vision, and values would not change. Vision statements are important motivators for staff, volunteers, and members.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 14, 2015

The Visitacion Valley Resource Guide , available in both online and print formats, is a comprehensive guide to local elected officials, employment services, child care, parks and playgrounds, faith-based organizations, public safety, and more for this sometimes under-served San Francisco neighborhood. Technology and Volunteers Make It Happen.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 29, 2019

Days of service are one of the most popular corporate volunteer programs. While most days of service engage volunteers in projects like building a home, cleaning a local park or packing groceries at a food bank, a skills-based volunteer day of service can help address a different type of nonprofit need: capacity support.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

Access short how-tos, microlearning videos, online resources, live events featuring training experts, training plan samples, and more on TechSoup's new Learning Management System (LMS). Access professional resources and downloadable documents. Digital Literacy Resources. Register now for online training.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

If someone was scrolling through their social media account and came across a post from your nonprofit, would they like, comment, or share it? Social media is an effective promotional tool when used strategically, whether it’s to promote a recurring giving campaign, spotlight your volunteers, or feature an upcoming fundraising event.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 14, 2010

Note from Beth: Last month, we did a Networked Nonprofit session at the National Conference on Volunteering and Service. Recently I got my first full-on blast of the Networked Nonprofit at a session the authors presented at the 2010 National Conference on Volunteering and Service. He offered to write a guest post. Opportunity Design.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 31, 2020

Maybe you’ve saved money from the prior year by utilizing more volunteer power, or perhaps you’ve cut expenses associated with a fundraising event. If you find that’s true for your nonprofit, check out this free resource for discovering and engaging major donors so you can get back on track by year-end. this year for major donors.

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NTEN

DECEMBER 2, 2011

Luckily, our members have the resources and knowledge to make it all possible. Drop us a line or include your links in the comments! Volunteer, host, and gather for America's Sunday Supper. Are you a Joomla expert who wants to volunteer for a great nonprofit? Run solely by volunteers, Lights. is looking for you !

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

In years past, if a staff member or volunteer added your organization to their profile and were the first to do so, LinkedIn automatically created a LinkedIn Page for your nonprofit. 5) Encourage current staff, board members, and volunteers to complete their LinkedIn Profiles. Currently, the limit is 100 invitations per month.

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Classy

JUNE 8, 2021

Not only are LinkedIn members highly engaged and often interested in philanthropy, with 53% already donating to nonprofits and 60% saying they’re interested in volunteering, but they can also hold the keys to corporate partnerships , grants, and more. There’s a lot more to LinkedIn than just posting jobs or liking people’s updates.

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