Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

The first “Donate Now” button was released in 1999 by a project of the Tides Foundation called Groundspring (acquired by Network for Good in 2005) and for the next two decades, nonprofit professionals have embraced the study of inspiring people to give online to good causes.

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 15, 2022

According to the Community Brands Association Trends Study , members in their mid and late careers rank insightful industry information as their top association priority. When you take the time to develop well-researched thought leadership content, you’ll boost organizational awareness and increase member retention. “As

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Non Profit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Image Credit: Jon Tyson on unsplash.com X Corp, the company formerly known as Twitter, sued a nonprofit dedicated to exposing and counteracting digital hate speech which has published research critical of the tech company’s handling of hate speech on its platform. We’ve realized that we stand here on behalf of civil society more broadly.”

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 27, 2011

ASU Home ASU A-Z Index My ASU Colleges & Schools Directory Map About Blog Academics Organizational Assistance Emerging Leaders Professional Development Philanthropy Research News & Events You are here: Home → Blog Pages Blog Home Write for us! This week, Ill discuss the second trend, entitled "Technological Advances Abound."

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Bloomerang

JUNE 6, 2024

The platform excels in parsing through data to offer actionable insights, enabling you to track everything from participation patterns in events to eventual donation trends. Research supports the effectiveness of personalized engagement in nonprofit donations.

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Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 2, 2022

According to a 2021 Nonprofit Leadership Impact Study , conducted by NonprofitPro and Hustle , two of the biggest challenges facing nonprofits in 2021 were lack of resources (40%) and staff turnover (20%). Virtual volunteerism is another trend that has been accelerated by the pandemic and does not appear to be slowing down.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Welcome to Research Friday ! As part of a continuing weekly series, each Friday we invite a nonprofit expert to highlight a research report or study and discuss how it can inform and improve day-to-day nonprofit practice. This research post is based upon the Pew's social networking site survey of October 20-November 28, 2010.

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Care2

DECEMBER 4, 2013

A couple of recent studies reveal some of these answers, but unfortunately they are contradictory. The Nonprofit Times cited a study during the 14 th Annual Symposium for Nonprofit Professionals and Volunteers at the Axelson Center for Nonprofit Management that concluded that social media users are quite active with nonprofit organizations.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 11, 2013

posted by Karina Lungo , Research Assistant, ASU Lodestar Center. Welcome to Research Friday ! highlight current research reports or studies and discuss how they can. As many suspected, and research ultimately confirmed, how much an organization spends on overhead doesn’t describe how well it achieves its mission.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

Note from Beth: I had pleasure of facilitating a panel discussion in October at the recent Grantmakers in the Arts pre-conference on technology and media with Rory MacPherson where I learned about some of the preliminary study result he discovered. From these questions, our national study, How Strong is Your Social Net? was created.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JANUARY 19, 2022

In our study, only 28% of organisations sent online donors a cultivation communication beyond 60 days. According to the Global Trends in Giving Report , 55% of donors worldwide prefer to give online using a credit or debit card. However, our research indicates that the vast majority of nonprofits simply offer to send news or updates.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 3, 2011

ASU Home ASU A-Z Index My ASU Colleges & Schools Directory Map About Blog Academics Organizational Assistance Emerging Leaders Professional Development Philanthropy Research News & Events You are here: Home → Blog Pages Blog Home Write for us! I'm hoping that some visibility will help raise awareness of his research on this topic.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 15, 2011

ASU Home ASU A-Z Index My ASU Colleges & Schools Directory Map About Blog Academics Organizational Assistance Emerging Leaders Professional Development Philanthropy Research News & Events You are here: Home → Blog Pages Blog Home Write for us! Bush, Ph.D. Bush, Ph.D. We welcome your comments and feedback.

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M+R

JUNE 22, 2021

The world is opening up a bit more these days (thanks, researchers, health care workers, and public employees who led the way on the vaccine!). For the past 15 years, the annual M+R Benchmarks Study has been a trusted deep dive into nonprofit digital programmes. Read time: 4 minutes. What does it all mean for your program?

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Volunteer Hub

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

A recent study found that 91% of people want to see more online video content from brands. Do Research on Social Media Trends The nonprofit community is a tight-knit group that provides a lot of insight. Do some research to find out what is working for other nonprofit organizations using social media to recruit volunteers.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 19, 2021

After researching leading online community solutions, ACerS partnered with the Nimble AMS team to use Nimble Communities. Drive stronger connections and increase member loyalty by bringing the most active members into contact with less connected members, deepening connections and driving member loyalty in the process.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Blackbaud’s research, however, shows the average time from the first solicitation to a donor’s first gift is four years, yet the average development officer’s term is only 18–24 months. Set criteria for contacts, proposals, planning, and forecasting. The human talent component of fundraising is vital to a successful development office.

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Forum One

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Create Impact with Inclusive Audience Research. You may even be planning some audience research in the near future. Who you speak to and how you structure your research has a big impact on the findings you gather and insights you can take action on. What does it mean to conduct this research in an inclusive way?

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 23, 2024

Research backs this up. Nearly half (48%) of donors cited email as their preferred giving channel ahead of social media, text messaging, direct mail, and phone calls in a study published last year by fundraising platform Neon One in Chicago. Even the shape of a button can have surprisingly far-reaching consequences. “A

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NetWits

MAY 31, 2011

Target Analytics, a Blackbaud company, has released the third edition of it’s groundbreaking research into multichannel giving trends among nonprofit organizations. This report continues to be the most significant analysis of online/offline giving trends based on actual data from nonprofits.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 9, 2022

Specifically lacking in research on community development are the practical steps towards diversity and equity. In engaging in interviews with nonprofit agencies, there is a common trend among practitioners who have clients, volunteers, and staff who are of a primarily homogenous make-up. On this, many can agree.

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sgEngage

APRIL 12, 2011

All Blackbaud Blogs Contact Us Blackbaud.com About Nonprofit Trends Books Research Reports Speaking 5 Good Nonprofit Infographics Posted by Steve MacLaughlin on April 12th, 2011 Who doesn’t love a good infographic? Read the entire report to learn more about global trends.

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Media Cause

OCTOBER 17, 2022

This means including clear content on your site and helpful resources like blogs, case studies, and whitepapers to inform your supporters. Research what ranks for your chosen keyword. Link to other blog posts, case studies, or service pages whenever possible. Research your keywords on the platforms.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 18, 2023

conduct research Gather data on your current supporters Review your nonprofit’s existing data, such as donor records , volunteer information, and past survey results. This information can provide valuable insights into your current supporters and help you identify trends and patterns that may inform your strategies.

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Allegiance Group

JUNE 7, 2023

Contact Us 3 Individuals and Organizations to Ask for Donations When asking for donations, it’s key to tailor your asks to the person or group you are asking. Applying for grants is an art form in and of itself, and research and preparation are key. Want to grow your relationships with donors through marketing?

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Top Nonprofits

JANUARY 14, 2022

Scrolling on phones, reading the news, referencing the latest trends— social media is ingrained in popular culture across the generations. To learn more about Komen’s experience, explore the full case study on the GoodUnited website. Next Steps for After the Event. Lastly, you can continue hosting more Challenges throughout the year.

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Double the Donation

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Exploring trends in both nonprofit data and fundraising , donor wealth data?—and Wealth screening is a donor prospect research strategy that allows organizations to scan supporter information for common indicators of wealth. You decide to contact them as a potential major contributor. Let’s jump right in with the basics.

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Care2

JUNE 17, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) In a word -- Outrage.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 4, 2014

But studies have shown that rewards for donations may actually reduce giving. The Yale researchers George Newman and Jeremy Shen, found that contrary to expectations, rewarding donors cut donations in most situations. Journalists look for stories that follow a broader trend or that are in their beat. They raised $28,000.

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Care2

MAY 8, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Reader Comments (3) I definitely agree.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

When creating your social media strategy, research what tools can help you expand on your goals to make the maximum impact you can. You can use LinkedIn to connect with potential corporate partners, recruit volunteers, and share professional content like reports, case studies, or success stories. Why should nonprofits use social media?

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Care2

MARCH 26, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) I hope the data is useful to everyone.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 12, 2017

Nonprofits must stay on top of social media trends and create engaging experiences for millennials in order to capture their loyalty. According to a PEW Research Poll, millennials now make up the majority of the US labor force. PEW Research Center. National Chamber Foundation, 2012). Retrieved April 02, 2017, from [link].

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 12, 2017

Nonprofits must stay on top of social media trends and create engaging experiences for millennials in order to capture their loyalty. According to a PEW Research Poll, millennials now make up the majority of the US labor force. PEW Research Center. National Chamber Foundation, 2012). Retrieved April 02, 2017, from [link].

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 15, 2020

For example, a nonprofit raising funds for childhood cancer research may see that the majority of its donors are mothers under 40 years old. A study by Microsoft found that people lose concentration after only eight seconds. Programs such as Constant Contact and Mail Chimp have built in coding to do this. Make it easy.

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Forum One

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

From improvements in user experience to new trends in visual design and technical performance, there are a lot of factors that are fundamental or high on your priority list. Determine what you are trying to achieve, e.g., improve brand loyalty, increase donations, grow your contact database, etc. Creating a personalization plan.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 13, 2014

Nonprofits nowadays invest serious resources to keep pace with the latest social media trends. The goal of all your social media impressions should be to create people who are in constant contact with you. According to this Mashable study , Pinterest actually drives more traffic to publishers than Twitter, LinkedIn and Reddit combined.

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