Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 27, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants July 27, 2008 This week, it is my pleasure to host the Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants. Check This List 07.28.08

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Candid

APRIL 28, 2022

Do your homework to find out if organizations (nonprofit, for-profit, or government) are already doing the same or similar work in your community. Just as with a for-profit business, a business plan can help a nonprofit describe how it intends to achieve its mission in more specific detail.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

By Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier , CFRE, CNP, CNC, Executive Director of the Jordan Thomas Foundation and Owner of AQP Consulting. Many other CRMs require extensive training and webinars to really be able to use it to the best of its functionality, but Bloomerang saves you a lot of this time.

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sgEngage

JUNE 14, 2022

Tracy Dodge is the director of student information and registrar at Washington International School, where she oversees the student information system, learning management system, and other integrated solutions. Susan has more than 30 years of experience leading the finance function in both for-profit and nonprofit organizations.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 27, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Michelle, the consultant March 27, 2008 Someone mentioned to me that from what I write on my blog, she wouldn’t know what it is that I actually do in my consulting work. Gotta work on that.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Dave Domagala, Director of Customer Support . Adam Carey, Senior Director of Client Services, Salesforce Certified App Builder ? . I was trained and transitioned into a Technical Writer shortly after and worked there for 6 years. Ajay Sigh, Director of Product Management, Pragmatic Certified Product Manager, Level III?

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 14, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants April 14, 2008 I like hosting the Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants. Mostly, because I get to read blogs by people that aren’t on my list of feeds I read regularly.

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Bloomerang

JULY 10, 2021

During these interviews, you (or a consultant) will ask questions to gauge your stakeholders’ thoughts and opinions on your campaign’s objectives, initial fundraising goal, potential concerns, and the campaign’s overall feasibility. In this traditional approach, an outside consultant completely conducts the study for you.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 19, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants November 19, 2007 Today, it’s my turn to host the Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants. It was an open call, so there are a wide variety of posts to talk about.

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MARCH 7, 2024

As a CPA working with nonprofits of all sizes, I’ve encountered numerous errors in Board of Directors’ financial reports and Statements of Activities documents. Regular training for staff on the nuances of fund accounting can also help prevent misunderstandings and ensure compliance.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 15, 2021

a non-profit consulting firm in its 26th year. Through the years I’ve seen many development directors spend time and effort on acquiring new donors. Register for our upcoming training, Finding the Right Donor , today! Ryan Strawhecker, incoming President, Paul J. Strawhecker, Inc. Strawhecker, Inc., Strawhecker, Inc.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 19, 2007

I decided several weeks ago, for a variety of reasons, to retire my independent consultant hat. Being an independent consultant was, for me, a way to feel like I was using my skills for the greater good. I’ve been doing this work for more than 10 years now, full time for about seven of those years. And, I think I did that.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

OCTOBER 27, 2006

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants October 30, 2006 This Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants has given me a chance to read some blogs I don’t usually get to read, since I’m so often focused in the tech field.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

We generated ideas for features like crop-specific guidance, multi-language accessibility, real-time market pricing data, and access to peer-to-peer training and resources. Senior Consultant, Slalom. Today, she uses her consulting skills and ethnographic experience to help clients on their sustainability journeys. Emma Visman.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 12, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants: Nonprofit Data Management March 12, 2007 As you know, nonprofit data management has been a really important issue for me for a long time. at 10:14 pm Good carnival!

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 12, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants: Nonprofit Data Management March 12, 2007 As you know, nonprofit data management has been a really important issue for me for a long time. at 10:14 pm Good carnival!

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 14, 2021

You were the executive director, development officer, marketing manager, and HR department, all rolled into one. There’s a misconception that HR departments are just meant for the for-profit business world, but that’s not the case. In this article, we’ll cover: Nonprofit HR vs. For-Profit HR. Nonprofit HR Essential Duties.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 8, 2022

Return on investment is a metric that measures the profitability of an investment, giving you a way to compare the yields of investments and make more effective financial decisions. ROI is usually shown as a percentage calculated by dividing the net profit or loss by the initial cost. How do you determine your capital campaign’s ROI?

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TechImpact

DECEMBER 13, 2013

Patrick Callihan, Executive Director, Tech Impact. provides a free, immersive IT training program to young adults, ages 18-25, who have their high school diploma or GED but have not moved on to college. Each student is given corporate-class career guidance, interview training, and connections to dozens of possible employers.

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TechImpact

DECEMBER 24, 2013

It is a free, immersive IT training program provided to vulnerable young adults who identify as high-achieving high school graduates between the ages of 18 and 24 who have not been to college. Continue to show up, continue to do your best, and continue to show up on time,” said Grace Harpole, ITWorks program director.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MAY 15, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants: Better Late than Never May 15, 2007 This carnival is a day late, unfortunately. Getting construction work done on your house will make life difficult sometimes.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 19, 2023

Michelle Gladieux Michelle Gladieux is President of Gladieux Consulting, a Midwest-based team known for the design and presentation of seminars in communication and leadership topics around the U.S. She facilitates strategic planning and executive coaching for clients in diverse industries, in governments, at non-profits, and in academia.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 16, 2021

He became the youngest and first openly gay executive director of the Asian Pacifical American Labor Alliance in 2010. After a successful 7-year tenure, he now runs his own consulting firm. Solid fundraising experience is absolutely essential to becoming a successful nonprofit leader.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 3, 2019

A poll of the general public done by Grey Matter Research and Consulting found that 61 percent of adults surveyed felt that charities should only spend between 10 and 29 cents of every dollar on overhead. An adaptive strategy is made to embrace the fast-paced nature of today’s workforce, both in the nonprofit and for-profit sectors.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 10, 2022

Matt Hugg, President and Founder, Nonprofit.Courses – He’s the author of the Guide to Nonprofit Consulting, and teaches nonprofit management at several universities, via the web, and in-person in the United States, Africa, Asia and Europe. The board chair and the executive director are the interface between the board and the staff.

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

Far too many non-profit fundraisers approach board fundraising as if they have boards full of movers and shakers who know how to raise money, even when that’s not the case. These fundraisers and non-profit managers get annoyed and frustrated with their boards, which doesn’t help anyone, including the organization itself.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

IJM shared key recommendations around how to get your board of directors to invest in technology projects, including: Invest in the building of the board. They have their own strategies in place, participate in additional equality training, and many of them sit on our partner-led equality committee.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 13, 2017

Vu is a writer, speaker, vegan, Pisces, and the Executive Director of Rainier Valley Corps, a nonprofit in Seattle that promotes social justice by developing leaders of color, strengthening organizations led by communities of color,= and fostering collaboration between diverse communities. Now, without further ado, your lineup: Vu Le.

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NTEN

DECEMBER 14, 2021

I am from and currently live in Pittsburgh, PA, and am an elected public school board director. I am starting to train to run a half-marathon next. I’ve done for-profit and nonprofit tech and spent a few years as a nonprofit IT Director. During the pandemic, I picked up jogging 5 and 10k races as a hobby.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 11, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology I’m hosting the carnival next week April 11, 2008 (Photo by frankienose ) I’m hosting the Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants here, next week. So send in your best of the week! {

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Through speaking, training, and consulting, she shows social purpose organizations how to use social media and storytelling to build communities, showcase impact, and advance their causes. In 2001, she founded Pajama Program , a non-profit which has been recognized nationwide for both its success and Genevieve’s story.

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Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 19, 2009

" European charities ‘least affected by the recession’ - Third Sector - "European charities have been hit less hard by the global economic recession than not-for-profits in other continents, new research shows.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

Marc Pitman has spent years consulting with nonprofits to get their boards and staff excited to raise money for their organizations. One of the most important assets in nonprofit leadership is a well-trained board. During that time he’s come to find that it’s not all roses with nonprofit leadership in our sector.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 22, 2008

Also, it coincides with a new installation of Drupal for my consulting website , using the same basic template (called “ Blueprint “). September 22, 2008 I changed my Word Press theme, mostly because I was getting a bit tired of the old one, and wanted something really simple.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 16, 2007

Although he writes about the technology field as a whole, and seems very tapped into the for-profit world, he has lots of words of wisdom I think we can learn from. We all don’t need to be on the bleeding edge to get stuff done. {

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 19, 2008

Many organizations provide trainings, courses, and varied sorts of learning activities to their constituents. Increasingly, a wide variety of training opportunities are being delivered via LMS. Most proprietary LMS are geared specifically toward the college/university or corporate training markets, and are thus quite expensive.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 10, 2008

My theory of practice is different than my consulting philosophy. Actually, a client had a grant proposal, and it included the consultant’s “theory of practice&# which of course is something that most organizational development/effectiveness type consultants have, but rather few technology consultants have.

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