Fast Company Tech

MARCH 17, 2025

Such pitch contests have become a hallmark of companies on the Fast Company Best Companies for Innovators list, an annual program that recognizes businesses that empower employees at all levels to improve processes, create new products, or invent new ways of doing business. The final deadline is March 28.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

The right technology tools are key to easy planning and successful execution of a golf fundraiser. Elements that add fun and excitement to your event, like hole-in-one contests, are also a prime sponsorship opportunity (and cover the contest’s fixed costs). Start With Technology.

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TechImpact

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

Twitter is a powerful tool for any nonprofit. With this powerful contemporary tool, however, comes unknowns. New tools can often time take time to get used to or can be difficult to get to know. Image courtesy of The Telegraph. Use advanced search. That being said, staying active on your Twitter feed can be difficult.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

If your nonprofit does not have a shop yet and you are looking to get started fairly quickly, you can use a tool like Shopify for Nonprofits , which is an online store you can customize to sell your branded merchandise or products. Raise awareness for your Shop with a contest.

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The Next Web

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

Dig deeper and that seemingly one-dimensional SMS becomes a truly interactive medium of push and pull to deliver information, tips, coupons, alerts and rewards, or engross consumers with karaoke, contests, surveys, and trivia. But there are still those who resist. SMS as a triple threat.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

What was the very first social media tool your organization utilized, and when? What social media tools are you currently utilizing? Have you been able to use these tools to raise money online? Twitter: twitter.com/BigCatRescue. YouTube: youtube.com/BigCatRescue. Posterous: BigCatRescue.posterous.com. com Aug 14, 2000: my.care2.com/savethecats.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

At the same, those with existing charity golf tournaments looked for tools and efficiencies to cope with fewer staff and reduced budgets, and found solutions for long-term success. For example, adding hole-in-one or other contests (putting, closest to the pin, etc.) 1) Golf’s Popularity Will Remain Above Pre-Pandemic Levels.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 14, 2010

The Value-add of Crowdsourcing: For me, the two biggest reasons to include crowdsourcing in your strategic design of community building or contests are: Crowdsourcing invites diversity by encouraging anyone with an idea or interest to participate. Sometimes what you want to do and the tools at your disposal just don’t match.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 26, 2011

We know that tools (aka tactics) are what help us implement a strategy, not what it is built around. Love of Philanthropy Photo Contest « Vivanista | Living Well. So we need to remember that with social media! Doing Good. " Great example of digital storytelling and community engagement.

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NetWits

MAY 25, 2011

As Anthony Sicola’s recently mentioned, fundraisers who use who use social networking tools like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube increase fundraising results by up to 40%. Hold contests. Create contests that reward fundraising activity. Add page sharing tools to the fundraising page. Provide samples of everything.

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The Verge

AUGUST 18, 2020

Contests are free to enter , and you don’t have to be a T-Mobile customer (though you do need to be a US resident). Tools that help conduct this kind of activity are widely available.”. A disproportionate number of the public winners were located in the tiny township of Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania.

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TechSpot

JANUARY 16, 2023

AI-powered content-generating tools have seen their popularity explode in recent months, but it hasn't stopped the controversy that surrounds them. The problem was highlighted last September when the Colorado State Fair's contest for emerging digital artists was by Jason M. That's been especially true of systems that create art.

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The Verge

JUNE 16, 2020

A new study analyzing COVID-19 contact tracing apps conducted by Amnesty International has found that Bahrain and Kuwait are using their public health apps as mass surveillance tools. In one extreme case, some citizens who downloaded the BeAware Bahrain contact tracing app became contestants on a televised game show called Are You At Home?

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Amy Sample Ward

JULY 11, 2011

. —– Have you thought about running a contest or crowdsourcing ideas for your organization or community group? In a previous job, I had the opportunity to help run crowdsourcing contests for new and innovative technologies that help nonprofits and the world. If you have, you certainly aren’t alone. The ins and outs.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 25, 2010

"This contest was the culmination of a two-part "vote for me" cause marketing strategy that started in November and has been rife with controversy. "This contest was the culmination of a two-part "vote for me" cause marketing strategy that started in November and has been rife with controversy.

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TechImpact

JANUARY 27, 2014

Every dollar is tightly contested by other nonprofits whose missions are often equally as noble as your own. Not only are they effective at connecting with potential donors and constituents, but it’s also a powerful tool for retaining and managing donor connections. Image courtesy of Fundraiser Help. Revamp your donation page.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 24, 2012

Marnie Webb, one of TechSoup Global's CEOs was a judge for their contest, where winners are highlighted below. Presentation Contest! And a big congratulations to all the presentation contest participants. contest@sliderocket.com. presentation in the contest. #2 Please take a few moments to view and.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 14, 2012

Since the Twive contest kicked off a couple months ago, these nonprofits got to work. She’s also editor of Inspiring Generosity, a blog that gives nonprofits helpful resources on online community management and social media tools. The Importance of a Strong Community. Building a community takes time and effort.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JUNE 21, 2010

Documentation | Mule ESB Community – an interesting and intriguing data integration tool built on the Java stack. SoqlXplorer – a Mac OS X tool for browsing Salesforce.com data. Contesting the Death of Traditional CRM: Social CRM is a Process and not a Technology – worth a read.

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NetWits

AUGUST 23, 2011

Knowing this is the case, make it a point to provide sample tweets and Facebook posts, hold contests that encourage social media participation, interact with your participants online by asking them questions and responding to their comments, and most of all, celebrate their achievements every chance you get. Simple as that.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 21, 2013

Energy Employees Claimant Assistance Project: If asking your community to generate content, make sure they know how to use the platform and tools. Use the planning process to get internal buy in from staff. Partnerships.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 11, 2009

The contest asks clients, donors, volunteers, and board members to write reviews of these nonprofits. Contest Deadline: September 30th. “GreatNonprofits is a tool that allows you to find, review, and talk about great — and perhaps not yet great — nonprofits. About GreatNonprofits.

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NetWits

MARCH 7, 2011

Join us as we talk about the latest social good initiatives underway at Twitter, Facebook, Foursquare and YouTube while also seeing how non-profit organizers are using these tools to change the world. Come ready to interact, discuss and be challenged to think differently about how technology enables world changing impact. He loves bacon.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 5, 2024

Fortunately, the right tech tools make marketing your tournament simple, efficient, and low-cost. Effective Marketing Starts With an Event Website An event website is the biggest must-have marketing tool for your golf tournament. They don’t have to fill out a paper form or make a phone call to register.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 3, 2011

Zerofootprint supports the running of contests between schools (or whatever unit you want to pick). Suddenly, we have a tool to focus on the most wasteful schools, and to help all schools improve their energy efficiency. Shining a light on this issue, and making it easy to understand, is the first step on changing behavior.

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The NonProfit Times

JUNE 5, 2024

The judges also determined the rules of the granting process in Fearless Foundation’s “Fearless Strivers Grant Contest,” constituted a contract and were therefore subject to anti racial-discrimination statutes found in 42 U.S. In declarations filed with the court, all three asserted they “meet the nonracial requirements for the contest.”

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

And in each of these we will talk a bit about tools, tactics and strategies. Analog Tools. What this means for tools, specifically, is that we don’t actually like technology. The tools in an analog world fulfilled a specific function but did not influence our planning or programs. Digital Tools. So let’s dive in!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 25, 2019

You can also offer “add-on” tickets for things like concessions, raffle or contest entries, and even tickets for rides or activities ahead of time. CrowdRise by GoFundMe gives you all the tools needed to grow your fundraising event, including powerful social features to grow event participation. Ready to grow your fundraising event ?

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 18, 2011

For me, the two most prominent reason to include crowdsourcing in your engagement strategies for campaigns or contests include: Crowdsourcing invites diversity by encouraging anyone with an idea or interest to participate. Sometimes what you want to do and the tools at your disposal just don’t match, though. When it isn’t a fit.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 8, 2016

But the GivingTuesday spirit still continues until the end of the month with #MyGivingStory , a contest where your nonprofit organization could receive a grant up to $10,000. MyGivingStory, in its second year, is a nationwide campaign and social media storytelling contest to inspire public discussion about the reasons people give.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

At first glance, it may seem impossible to recreate some of these types of events in a virtual format, but with a little creativity and the right fundraising event tools, you might be surprised at the high-quality experiences you can offer for your donors virtually. 15) Brand design contests. 5) Online classes.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 28, 2010

The JustGiving team is always great about sharing stories, lessons, and insights – so I'll be watching to see how this new tool goes! " Minnesota Open Idea: Crowdsourcing Contest For Social Change Done Right | Beth’s Blog – "The Minnesota Open Idea is an example of an online social good contest that works.

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OneCause

DECEMBER 4, 2024

We’ll start with our 10 favorites: Mulligans Donation Appeal Hole Sponsorship Hole-in-One Contest Putting Contest Helicopter Drop Pink Ball Contest Logo Accessories Drink Tickets Discounted Foursome Ticket Packages Once you’ve covered these, make to sure to explore the rest of our golf fundraising ideas , too.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2010

What was the very first social media tool your organization utilized, and when? What social media tools are you currently utilizing? Which tool has been surprisingly useful in getting out the word about your organization and its programs? I also love Twitter, but that’s just my personal obsession with the tool!

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 24, 2011

Contests to encourage content sharing. About the CommBuild Chat: These monthly chats originated out of the #4Change network and are open to anyone interested in learning and sharing about building community, on and offline, with the use of social media or other technology tools. Using content to fuel community engagement.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 23, 2014

Instagram has a couple of marketing benefits. It’s a great branding tool because it can engage audiences, creative instimacy, and appeals to the emotions. Also, here’s a post I wrote about how early adopter nonprofits have used Instagram for contests. Five Marketing Management Tools (2014) Social Media Examiner.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 15, 2010

. …That means setting aside our shiny online tools and tactics long enough to ensure that we're using them to deliver real impact." Much has been written criticizing the contest and the initial selection of 100 charities who already received $25,000 and are now vying for the grand prize of $1,000,000.

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