Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

By Rob Leighton , Executive Director and Founder at iMission Institute – a social sector marketing agency and technology consulting firm specializing in helping nonprofits raise more money, fire up engagement, and streamline work. About the Sponsor iMission is a social sector marketing agency and a nonprofit technology consulting firm.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Volunteer management software streamlines your volunteer recruitment, scheduling, and communication for a better volunteering experience. Bloomerang uses the latest technologies to present a clean interface to help your nonprofit enhance donor loyalty and build relationships. In fact, 67% of nonprofits use a CRM.

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TechImpact

JUNE 4, 2014

Despite the efforts of social media networks like LinkedIn , many nonprofits still struggle engaging, gaining, and retaining volunteers. The good news is, a simple change in frame of mind when thinking about your volunteers could be all it takes to greatly improve retention and engagement. Deeper understanding of Volunteers.

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TechImpact

AUGUST 28, 2014

No matter what kind of budget your nonprofit has, everyone can agree that volunteers are one of the best investments–primarily because they are free! However, mismanagement of volunteers due to other budgeting restraints could turn a fun, giving-back experience into a stressful, this-feels-like-work one. Survey volunteers.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

Today’s volunteers are tech-savvy, and very busy. So why not engage volunteers where they spend most of their time–on their mobile phone. Check out these 5 tips from VolunteerMatch.com , on engaging volunteers and supporters via a mobile device: Text Reminders. Image courtesy of The Cause Project. Check-In at Events.

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 12, 2021

If your organization is looking for new ways to recruit and engage virtual volunteers, here are 4 tips that can help create a smooth process for both your organization and volunteers transitioning to a remote setting. According to Independent Sector, the value of a volunteer hour in 2021 is $28.54 Leverage Technology.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

A for-profit business with hundreds of paid employees will run differently than a nonprofit business being supported by hundreds of volunteers. As opposed to an employee receiving their incentive from a paycheck, motivating a volunteer who is not being monetarily reciprocated for their services can sometimes be a daunting task.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

More importantly, are your staff and volunteers ready and trained to perform productively in their roles? Then there’s your workforce—both paid and volunteer. Others changed a lot, like the person who supports your technology infrastructure or the people who have direct patient contact. But are you ready?

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EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

In this blog, we’ll explore a few key types of advocacy that help organizations drive positive change; tactics that unite and activate supporters; and technology to make this important work more effective and efficient. Fortunately, technology like digital advocacy tools make this easy to do for staff and supporters alike.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 25, 2021

And *poof*… the volunteers were gone. As nonprofits limited worker contact, many shuttered or adjusted programs and asked their volunteers to stay away. Even if volunteering was an option, many volunteers opted to stay home, either to protect their health or to help take care of their stay-at-home family.

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 29, 2014

No matter what kind of budget your nonprofit has, everyone can agree that volunteers are one of the best investments–primarily because they are free! However, mismanagement of volunteers due to other budgeting restraints could turn a fun, giving-back experience into a stressful, this-feels-like-work one. Survey volunteers.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 29, 2020

If you would like to suggest a specific report be added to the list, please contact Heather Mansfield or post a link in the comment section below. 2019 Global NGO Technology Report :: Download. Volunteer Management Progress Report :: Download. Digital Technology in the Non-for-Profit Sector 2019 :: Download.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 31, 2023

One thing’s for certain: the nonprofit technology wave is here to stay. Technology can amplify your fundraising strategy because: Technology allows for easy donations. Technology simplifies event registration. Technology makes campaign promotion effortless. Include a recurring giving option.

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Media Cause

JUNE 29, 2024

AI encompasses a variety of technologies, including machine learning, natural language processing, and robotics. For example, the more you use a social media platform like Instagram, the better the tool’s AI capabilities will be in predicting what types of content you want to see. What is Machine Learning?

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 16, 2019

While donors are essential for funding your cause, volunteers are essential for supporting its ongoing functions, from day-to-day operations to fundraising event management. However, even if your nonprofit has the most ardent of supporters, it can still be incredibly difficult to actually motivate volunteers to give their time.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 16, 2024

In today’s fundraising sector, technology is vital. Leveraging AI for Data-Driven Donation Asks Exploring AI Technologies for Data-Driven Donation Asks AI technologies, like machine learning and predictive analytics, are crucial. They occur on the organization’s website and social media.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

There are a variety of different ways that nonprofits use social media on a daily basis. But, what if you could use social media to overcome one of the biggest challenges that nonprofits have faced over the past year: creating communities for supporters to engage with one another? Engaging Supporters in the Community.

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VisionLink

APRIL 9, 2020

Thousands of COVID-19 volunteers and donated essential supplies are matched with states’ needs through an innovative pro bono tech and volunteer partnership BOULDER, CO, April 9, 2020 – Americans are no strangers to disasters. Our technology suite is in use in dozens of states around the country and more are joining.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 21, 2024

By integrating Qgiv’s silent auction features with Bloomerang’s robust donor and volunteer management tools, you can create a seamless fundraising experience that maximizes both donor engagement and auction revenue. Pricing Contact Fun Team Events for more pricing details. Pricing Contact Gratavid for pricing.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Increased access to online and mobile giving technology in Africa, Asia, and South America will likely grow these numbers significantly in coming years. 2) 29% of donors worldwide say that social media is the tool that most inspires them to give, however, email is a close second at 27%. 20% say Instagram, and 13% say Twitter.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 19, 2011

My contribution to the panel is to provide context about the use of social media in emergency and disaster response as well as an overview of some of the tools we saw deployed last year and we may see in the future. Social media, like all technology, is developed by people. Why Social Media? Citizen-Powered Response.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Event management technology has made organizing and executing a successful golf fundraiser easier and more efficient, but there’s one particular piece of technology that’s a game-changer for nonprofits holding a charity golf tournament: an event website. Fundraisers and event organizers have more on their plates than ever.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 5, 2019

If you would like to suggest a specific report be added to the list, please contact Heather Mansfield. 2018 Global NGO Technology Report :: Download. The 2019 Global NGO Technology Survey is now live. The 2019 Global NGO Technology Survey is now live. Social Media Use in 2018 :: Download. nonprofit research.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Leading a group of passionate volunteers, doing deeds that help the community around you, and making a meaningful difference to an important cause are what make the job of a volunteer management leader worth it. All you need is a dedicated and effective way to recruit those volunteers. Keep your volunteers engaged.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

Just like social media transformed the nonprofit sector and how it communicates with its supporters, so will the Mobile Web (even more so). The best new media managers, online community builders, bloggers, and activists will be connected and communicating with their supporters from anywhere, at any time when the need arises.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 9, 2022

Several years ago, Allison Fine and I started talking about our next book together and started writing and thinking about the implications of an emerging technology that we describe as “Smart Tech,” and what nonprofit leaders need to know to be prepared. Here are some messages.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Collaborate with influencers: Partner with social media influencers or advocates who align with your cause. Capturing contact information Collecting contact information from friends of donors is essential for future outreach. Ensure that you capture attendees’ contact details accurately and efficiently.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 15, 2020

Digital fundraising, specifically on social media channels, provides a way for nonprofits to connect to younger generations who do not have the time nor desire to receive lengthy appeal letters or printed newsletters. Social media and online giving both increased six percent between 2010 and 2018. Make it easy.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 16, 2024

Bloomerang | Best software for volunteer management Bloomerang provides comprehensive volunteer management software, enabling you to simplify the process of recruiting and communicating with your event volunteers. You can even track volunteer hours with Blooomerang’s two-way profile sync.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2016

Small (and medium-sized) nonprofits have a different experience on social media than large nonprofits. Small nonprofits have to work harder at growing their following and most often the work of social media management is added to an already full job description. Social media is in a weird transition right now.

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 1, 2013

Donors, volunteers, partners, and sponsors are considered the “life blood” of nonprofit organizations and foundations. Imputing information on a specific donor, volunteer, or affiliated business is the first step to creating a matrix of interactions and a database of useful information. Adhere to preferred contact methods.

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Volunteer Hub

APRIL 21, 2022

Many nonprofits store crucial data including information about clients, donors, volunteers, staff, and corporate partners that needs to be protected. According to a report, published by The Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport, 26% of nonprofit organizations surveyed suffered a cyberattack in 2020.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 5, 2024

Whether you’re planning holiday events or social media campaigns, incorporating texts into your promotion strategy can have a big impact on your success. Segment your list of contacts. Beyond donors, you can also ask your volunteers, social media followers, and those who sign up for your email list.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 7, 2022

The Smart Nonprofit is a jargon-free roadmap for nonprofit staff, boards, volunteers, and funders on the ways “smart technologies” like artificial intelligence are changing social change work. Please contact me if you are interested in hosting a book event or having us speak at your event. Here are some messages.

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EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

Super advocate acknowledgment: For advocates who have taken multiple actions in recent months, acknowledge their contributions with a badge they can share on social media or a discount code to your e-commerce shop. Find out what other groups they support to better target future online acquisition efforts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 3, 2015

All medium and large nonprofits with multiple chapters eventually experience a unique, but common problem in their mobile and social media campaigns. Doing so requires a significant time investment, but it can and should be done: Step 1: Create an email lists of chapter mobile and social media campaigners. It will help melt resistance.

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Many nonprofits have finalized their plans, but some are still adapting and adding tactics, like tweaking donation page settings, updating social media images, or double-checking that their organizations are in alignment with email best practices before the big day. Contact them here! Greater Good Strategy. are part of their plan.

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