Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 26, 2010

Age, class, race, and location play a huge role in who uses what social networking sites. There are lots of friendly activists and comment fairies on MySpace that do care very much about social causes and nonprofits. I am definitely not a fan of automation on social networks. Comments are up.

Myspace 186

Myspace Twitter Avatar United States 186

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 14, 2014

It’s very common for nonprofits to assume that volunteers and interns can effectively manage their mobile and social media presence simply because they are young and came of age during the rise of social networking. HTML looks much more intimidating than it actually is, and all new media managers should be skilled in basic HTML.

Skills 278

Skills Media Management Social Media 278

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 22, 2012

In fact, a study released in the fall of 2011 revealed that auto-posting to Facebook decreases likes and comments by up to 70% which can have a detrimental impact on a nonprofit’s EdgeRank score on Facebook. Thus, please be careful when using any tool that automates posts from one social network to another.

Social Media 247

Social Media Social Chapter Media 247

NetWits

JULY 13, 2011

We’ve seen a growing number of organizations looking for ways to raise funds using social media with varying success. Consider starting with engaging event fundraisers and providing tools such as AddThis or ShareThis for them to promote their fundraising efforts on their own social networks. Targeted Prospecting.

Twitter 256

Twitter Press Nonprofit Social Media 256

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 18, 2013

In fact, a study released in the fall of 2011 revealed that auto-posting to Facebook decreases likes and comments by up to 70% which can have a detrimental impact on a nonprofit’s EdgeRank score on Facebook. Thus, please be careful when using any tool that automates posts from one social network to another.

Social Media 258

Social Media Social Chapter Media 258

Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

A custom-branded “Thank You” Landing Page that can be easily set-up, designed, and modified to include social networking icons and pitches as well as videos and images and slideshows. Do you know if this service provider exists that I am searching for and hoping for exists? Soooo 2004.

Service 183

Service Donation Social Network Images 183

Wild Apricot

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

If you don’t find exactly the kind of training you’re looking for today, do check back here as the month goes on – any late-arriving webinar announcement will be added in the comments thread, below. And if you’re offering a free webinar of interest to non-profit folks that didn’t make October’s list, please leave a comment.(

Free 123

Free Case Study Profit Newsletter 123

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 9, 2008

When I was in Minnesota, one of the questions I got was about blogging and social networking policies. Carmen left me a follow up comment. Now, I swear I remember seeing something from Easter Seals or another nonprofit on a listserv that mentioned either social networking policy or blogging policy. Include Links.

Social Network 74

Social Network Policy Examples Network 74

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 8, 2013

Ideal for mobile social networkers, this $.99 A social search tool that allows you to easily track mentions of your nonprofit on social networking sites, blogs, and websites. Simply enter your nonprofit’s name and Addictomatic then creates a page of all your search results for easy future reference.

Web 262

Web Tools Free Mobile 262

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 28, 2013

For mobile social networkers, Viddy is a must-download. TwtPoll enables nonprofits to create polls that can be shared on Twitter or any any other social network. For example, here are the results for a search of the word “nonprofit.” It’s a throwback from social networking circa 2006.

Free 280

Free Mobile Nonprofit Social Media 280

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2009

I just scanned the list to SXSW in search of nonprofit oriented panels (in addition the two I submitted) and found a number of them for your consideration. And, if you submitted a nonprofit panel - and I managed to miss it while scanning 2200 in ten minutes - please add the link and description in a comment. Submitted by Leif Utne.

Comment 95

Comment Social Media Jordan Cancer 95

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

Innovation in online fundraising was driven by the release of new technology, such as email marketing services like MailChimp in 2001, the launch of WordPress ( a content management system now used by 44% of nonprofits worldwide ) in 2003, and social networking websites beginning with Myspace in 2005.

Practice 342

Practice Online Fundraising Nonprofit 342

NetWits

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

You may agree with this or not, but I think it’s safe to say that the skill of listening online is one that all nonprofits should learn – it’s essential for anyone who wants to harness the power of the social web in their online strategy. Get the Social Media Fire Hose (using Yahoo Pipes). 3tyuxpqbwg khgf89n3cu.

Social Media 171

Social Media Media Social RSS 171

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 18, 2013

In fact, a study released in the fall of 2011 revealed that auto-posting to Facebook decreases likes and comments by up to 70% which can have a detrimental impact on a nonprofit’s EdgeRank score on Facebook. Thus, please be careful when using any tool that automates posts from one social network to another.

Social Media 207

Social Media Social Chapter Media 207

NTEN

MAY 27, 2010

If you're active in social media, you've probably gotten used to searching for what you're looking for. The more comfortable you become with searching and locating your ideal audience, the easier joining the tool they use will become. Read forums, conversations and posts from the active members of the community.

Social Network 90

Social Network Network Social Social Media 90

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

Under “Contributor to” enter your nonprofit’s blog and social networking profiles if you contribute to them. Under “Recommended links” enter your nonprofit’s website or blog and social networking profiles (if you do not contribute to them) or any other links you think are appropriate.

Google 201

Google Practice Profile Avatar 201

Care2

JULY 17, 2007

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" Some social networks are set up to enable communications with a lot of people quickly.

Social Network 74

Social Network ROI Social Media Network 74

TechImpact

OCTOBER 14, 2013

Google+ is still very new in terms of a social network, but more and more people are moving towards the new social realm. To get started on Google+, The Social Media Hat recommends using the G+ button directly from your blog to share to your nonprofits Google+ network, that way all the +1s transfer to the blog!

Google 130

Google Social Media Influence Picture 130

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 3, 2020

billion monthly active users , Facebook is the largest social network in the world. Without a doubt, your nonprofit’s donors and supporters use Facebook on a regular basis and thus Facebook should be your first priority in your social media strategy. 1) Set up your nonprofit’s Facebook Page to make a good first impression.

Facebook 364

Facebook Practice Avatar Nonprofit 364

Care2

JULY 26, 2007

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" Some social networks are set up to enable communications with a lot of people quickly.

Social Network 74

Social Network ROI Social Media Network 74

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

The most straightforward approach to do this is to have individuals from your neighborhood go on a search for a list of clues they may download online. While TikTok might not be everyone’s thing, one can’t deny all the people this social network attracts. 30) Social Media Challenge. 20) Book club. 29) TikTok Fundraiser.

Virtual 339

Virtual Ideas Fundraising Stream 339

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 23, 2015

Your nonprofit could have a wide variety of excellent blog content , but if your blog’s design doesn’t make a positive first impression, then few will read it – much less share it with their followers on social networks. Prominently featured a “Donate” button, e-newsletter opt-in, and social network icons.

Design 100

Design Practice Plugin Headline 100

TechImpact

OCTOBER 27, 2014

Thought about different ways to increase social sharing, increase conversions, traffic, comments, and anything that has to do optimization. If we’re not constantly innovating and searching for ways to improve our blog, we’ll quickly fall out of favor with our readers. What does this mean for your blog? Guest posts.

Ideas 132

Ideas Calendar Voice Images 132

NetWits

JULY 31, 2008

is about using blogs, discussion boards, and all the latest social networking sites such as Twitter, Facebook, etc. Should your employees or volunteers be out there authoring blogs, tweets, and comments on news articles, message boards, and discussion forums? You have probably heard lots about Web 2.0, Customer Service 2.0

Service 105

Service Blackbaud Social Network Twitter 105

Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2012

You can join the conversations in the comments, or click through to the original posts to find what others are saying. " Introducing the Knowledge Graph: things, not strings | Official Google Blog – "Search is a lot about discovery—the basic human need to learn and broaden your horizons.

Web 117

Web San Francisco Bookmarking Search 117

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JUNE 10, 2008

A story about Rapleaf in Clickz (a newsletter for online marketers) says this : Rapleaf allows you to quickly and inexpensively find out the social networking footprint of those you’re marketing to. Rapleaf digs into the usual social networking sites (Facebook, MySpace, etc.), 2 admin 06.11.08

Public 100

Public Widget Open Source Demographics 100

NCE Social Media

APRIL 3, 2009

Givezooks - Social fundraising tool that fits into many of the social media sites at a grassroots level. ThePort Network - delivers a wide-range of social media tools that include social networking, content publishing, events, reputation, social grouping, Single Sign On, white label, and fundraising integration.

Social Media 100

Social Media Conference International Media 100

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

DECEMBER 17, 2007

I did set a pretty high bar a while back for the next social network I’d join. at 11:45 am It’s my social graph, darn it! at 6:28 pm { 5 comments… read them below or add one } 1 Caroline Meeks 12.17.07 I’m not joining any social networks like this anymore. Walk right under it.

Web 113

Web Experiment gMail Open Source 113

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

Every comment or “like” is an interaction with your Page that is viewed like a vote for its content and increases your prominence in the Newsfeed. Tell me more about how a nonprofit can best optimize their content for both FB and Search Engines? All these steps will help you rank in natural search as well as Facebook.

Advice 122

Advice Facebook Content Create 122

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 13, 2009

Carie Lewis, HSUS Social Networking Maven I just discovered that Carie Lewis of HSUS has a blog ! Twitter Search - shows tweets containing a certain keyword (we don't use this anymore because we use Tweetdeck separately). Leave me a comment and you'll be in my next presentation on listening!

Tools 92

Tools Digg Technorati Org 92

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 8, 2008

Last year, I was on a panel organized by Ed Schipul and we were hoping that there would be a larger nonprofit presence on the agenda for this year I just scanned the list of over 1200 panel submissions to SXSW in search of nonprofit oriented panels (in addition the two I submitted) and found a number of them for your consideration.

Comment 50

Comment Open Source Social Media Drupal 50

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 28, 2010

Chad Norman and Melanie Mathos presented this awesome session which was not recorded. Chad graciously agreed to write up a guest post — and start a meme asking nonprofit and social media folks to add their favorite social media tactic in the comments below or using the hashtag #50smt and aggregated here. Get creative!

Social Media 105

Social Media Chad Media Widget 105

Judi Sohn

DECEMBER 8, 2010

You can post status updates, leave comments on other people's profile (think: wall). Being the type that doesn't need to be asked twice to be social online, and given that I want to get a handle on what Chatter is really like, I dove in. I posted on-topic comments in Groups and posted to profiles. Leave a comment »

Org 133

Org San Francisco Profile Feeds 133

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 5, 2011

It allows you enter your sources – specific blogs or keyword searches and easily add them to nicely formated stream. also lets you easily share the gems you find selectively to other social networks. There is also a social aspect – you can “follow&# other Scoop.It

Pakistan 96

Pakistan Bookmarking Storytelling Content 96

Care2

FEBRUARY 3, 2008

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" Some social networks are set up to enable communications with a lot of people quickly.

ROI 53

ROI Social Network Social Media Advocacy 53

Candid

APRIL 4, 2023

Share and interact with funders’ social content Most people appreciate receiving a “like” on content they post on social media. Consider leaving positive comments or resharing funders’ content with your social network to increase your visibility—and theirs.

Relationship 119

Relationship Build Tips Practice 119

NTEN

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

She now uses Google Search, reads her news online, sends and receives email, and even uses Facebook to check-in with family and friends. These are the tools that I used to get my Grandmother started: Google Search - So simple! Just make sure you explain the difference between a URL and a search term. Getting Social.

Tools 92

Tools Skype Netsquared Bookmarking 92