Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2024

When you look at more niche nonprofits—like those focused on arts and culture —fundraising plays a critical role in enabling your organization to make a positive impact on their communities. The arts are important to modern culture and society, yet competition from other causes can encroach on the ability of your nonprofit to raise funds.

Arts 75

Arts Culture Fundraising Nonprofit 75

Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Is your association technologically prepared for 2023? Perhaps you’ve noticed a growing divide between your staff and their ability to leverage your current tech stack. Investing in innovative software solutions will help to modernize your employee work culture , streamlining crucial staff processes and alleviating inefficiencies.

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NTEN

JUNE 6, 2023

A tech-savvy team is essential for nonprofit organizations that want to thrive in the digital age. How do you go about developing the technology skills of your staff? Determining what technology skills your organization needs Skill requirements are not one-size-fits-all. Would that skill be easy to outsource?

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Skills Technology Develop Training 88

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

By Kim Peterson , Content Marketing Specialist for Give by Cell , a technology company that provides mobile fundraising tools and text messaging services to nonprofits. A recent survey from tech giant Twilio showed that 85% of global consumers want the option to communicate with businesses via text message.

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sgEngage

JUNE 4, 2024

Upgrading and updating technology systems to keep up with the digital world are necessary evils. Writing RFPs and managing technology migrations detract from grants managers’ ability to process grants. A system or technology migration is the process of upgrading and updating technology systems to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 29, 2023

However, of the association professionals who said they plan on increasing their IT budget, 72% report they feel technologically prepared for the future. However, of the association professionals who said they plan on increasing their IT budget, 72% report they feel technologically prepared for the future. How does your association compare?

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ROI Technology Time Associations 102

Saleforce Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Despite positive progress, inequality is still pervasive throughout our institutions and systems, and nonprofit technology is not exempt. And, as the NTEN Equity Guide for Nonprofit Technology highlights, “…technology does not and cannot succeed without an organizational culture that supports it”.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Visionaries worldwide are attending bbcon—Blackbaud’s Tech Conference for Good — virtually October 17–18 to learn from thought leaders in fundraising, marketing, technology, and more. Super Session: Cultural Organizations as Community Connectors—How to Promote Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion.

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Culture Arts Virtual Guide 90

.orgSource

MAY 28, 2024

That curiosity and engagement with others are reflected in her love of travel and learning about diverse countries and cultures. Providing personal support, fosters a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and transparency.” It’s interesting how many conversations circle back to culture and trust.

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Qgiv

MARCH 8, 2022

International Women’s Day is a global holiday to commemorate the achievements of women, and today we’re here to celebrate the amazing achievements of women in tech. Here at Qgiv we have dozens of incredible women to celebrate and recognize—their achievements and hard work have helped advance us as a tech company in the nonprofit sector.

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Cloud 4 Good

AUGUST 25, 2022

For most modern businesses, technology is the engine of transformative change, driving companies toward profit. The savviest companies must learn to understand and embrace the nuances at the intersection between technology and human values as a fundamental building block of their digital transformation. Read it here.

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Companies Roles Technology Journal 59

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 31, 2010

The Women Who Tech Telesummit was formed three years ago to celebrate all the innovative women who provide incredible value to technology and social media. So it’s time to come get your tech on ! Come join hundreds of women on September 15th at the Women Who Tech Telesummit from 11AM to 6PM Eastern Time.

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Tech Blogher Slideshare ROI 181

Nimble AMS

AUGUST 2, 2024

Certifications for software As your employees seek to upskill and learn new technology, you should consider leveraging your association management software (AMS) to do the heavy lifting. Offer technology training According to Forrester, 80% of employees said they’d stay in their job if they were trained in technology.

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Learning Tutorial Skills Training 116

Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

We continue to grow our offerings in Nimble Communities and reach higher levels of member engagement,” said Michael Blake, Chief Technology Officer at American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). Authentic leadership How would you measure your association’s culture ? Want to learn more tips to develop a data-driven culture?

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Associations Missouri Measure Culture 143

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 23, 2023

This article aims to demystify the process of adopting AI for nonprofits and show some of the advantages this technology can bring. By allowing team members to express their perspectives on AI use, you foster a culture where creative ideas can surface, potentially leading to groundbreaking applications of AI in your work.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

We face the same challenge here at Whole Whale: How can we make sure we are in-the-know about the latest tech trends and advancements, platform changes, and events? Encourage Meetups, Conferences, and Webinars Nothing like a long weekend in an unfamiliar city surrounded by other nonprofit tech fanatics to leap up the learning curve.

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Resource Digital Marketing New York 98

Nimble AMS

MAY 27, 2022

Did you know that only 11% of association professionals feel very technologically prepared for the future? To thrive as a modern association, leaders must be willing to embrace the change management process and accept the powerful role of innovative technology in advancing organizational goals. Here’s how to get started: 1.

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Change Management Goal Change Tips 111

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In this article, we share a glimpse of what 1500+ participants globally told us about their recent performance, current fundraising strategies and opportunities, use of technology and CRMs, and attitudes and use of artificial intelligence (AI). Artificial Intelligence AI has taken the world by storm.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

bbcon 2016 , the conference where technology and social good meet, featured a session from Alan Levine, a senior consultant at Barker & Scott Consulting. Alan’s background as both a technology consultant and a CIO in museums and other cultural institutions meant he brought a unique perspective to a hot topic: technology implementations.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 22, 2019

I keep coming back to a decade old quote from Clay Shirky, “When the technology becomes boring, it becomes socially interesting.” We need to get to that point of more adoption. I spoke about how the technology is evolving and future implications. Like any technology, there is both the benefits and the dark side.

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Digital Technology Fundraising Adopt 116

.orgSource

MARCH 20, 2023

After all, you’ve been working to improve your tech game for the last two years. But technology continues to evolve, and we have a choice. Unfortunately, despite the hefty price tag, the mechanics are meaningless without the philosophy, strategy, and culture that maximizes those tools. Is there more to accomplish?

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Digital Gartner Leadership Adopt 221

Association Analytics

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Hear how CMAA has expanded their tech stack with best-of-breed solutions and an analytics platform at the center pulling all the data together.

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Data System Analytics Tech 305

Twenty Hats

APRIL 6, 2021

When low(er) tech is the answer to our scheduling needs. I came in as a consultant with a focus on Salesforce, but addressing data & tech in all aspects at the organization. My volunteer manager and I worked together to switch over to a simpler, less integrated technology to get the job done. For sure this can be a goal.

Law 59

Law Volunteer New York City Technology 59

NTEN

AUGUST 13, 2012

[This is part three of a series taking a closer look at the key benchmarks from our 6th Annual Nonprofit Technology Staffing & Investments Survey Report , conducted with The NonProfit Times. In this article, we're taking a closer look at what we mean by "Tech Adoption". What is Tech Adoption? "We

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.orgSource

MAY 6, 2024

Periodic technology assessments guarantee that those resources are in good order to deliver on the ambitious goals you’ve set. Acknowledge Change Isn’t it enough that you did your research and purchased a tech stack that fits your needs? In the tech world state-of-the-art doesn’t exist. Why is this extra attention important?

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Technology Attitude Evaluation Digital 221

Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Show your members you care by leveraging technology to offer these amazing member benefits: . TECH TIP: With the Nimble AMS online member platform, Nimble Communities , you can create a culture of member appreciation and boost retention at your association. Networking prospects.

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Retention Associations Course Tech 109

sgEngage

APRIL 1, 2024

Inspired by more than 40 years of collaboration with private school leaders, Blackbaud has created a track of sessions for ATLIS 2024 , the Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools’ annual conference. Can we spread this work beyond our departments and be catalysts for vibrant cultures of belonging?

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Blackbaud API Empowerment Nevada 94

NTEN

FEBRUARY 14, 2011

All Parent Centers have the same mission: to help families of children with disabilities succeed in life, find tools and resources, and develop advocacy strategies despite the many barriers including segregated classrooms, inaccessible communities, and old cultural belief systems about disability. What Holly said in a recent tweet!)

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Case Study Culture National Network 69

The NonProfit Times

JULY 23, 2024

He also conceived of and organized a consortium of foundations to launch America’s Cultural Treasures , a $300-million fund to help sustain cultural institutions during the pandemic. link] ” In 2022, he was awarded France’s highest cultural honor, Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, for leadership in the arts. Read it here.

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Foundation Detroit Philanthropy Arts 52

Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Innovator” might currently be a buzzword, but your organization should still be striving to blaze technological trails and deliver superior member value. . Empower your staff as innovators through technology training. Drive engagement and loyalty when you p ersonalize the member experience with modern technology at your association.

Literacy 110

Literacy Associations Train Training 110

NTEN

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

Flicker photo: oddsock Ami Dar, founder of Idealist , sure has an interesting view of what it means to be a technology leader in your organization: laziness. That's right: he's a tech couch potato! He contends that part of why the technology of Idealist.org works so well is because he's so hands-off. Here's how: Sign.

Culture 57

Culture Adopt Technology NTEN 57

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 18, 2015

The proposed session title “ Go Reboot Yourself: Get A Grip on Tech ” and I hope to be co-facilitating with Aliza Sherman, a web and social mobile pioneer whose work helped shape the early new media industry. How can we use technology to help us be more productive, happy, and healthier at work?

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The MatrixFiles

MAY 1, 2024

When NABTU (North America’s Building Trades Unions) came to use to help them better manage the process of contractors becoming signatory to their agreements and reporting work hours, we used a no-code/low code platform so that NABTU’s tech debt burden would be much lighter in the future and they would never be on an “old” version of their software.

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Celebrate Reflection Impact Arlington 130

Nimble AMS

JANUARY 13, 2023

The Community Brands Association Trends Study solidifies the imperative for digital transformation, reporting that 63% of members and 65% of association professionals agree—their organization needs to transform technologically within the next few years or risk not surviving. . S igns it’s time for a new AMS.

Associations 87

Associations Software Tech Retention 87

sgEngage

AUGUST 25, 2022

The sgENGAGE Podcast: Creating and Sustaining a Culture of Wellbeing for Grantmakers. 5 Ways Grantmakers Create Work- and Tech-Life Balance. practicing social distancing with your technology can support you in having a healthier relationship with technology.”. The Hybrid Workplace Wellness Playbook for Grantmakers.

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Podcast Stream Professional Culture 91

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 3, 2011

The Day aims to raise awareness of disability issues with a focus on the rights of persons with disabilities and the benefits derived from their integration in the social, economic, cultural and political life of their communities. This innovative approach is now opening up completely new horizons. In the U.S.,

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Impact Technology eBook Student 140

Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

With a focus on nonprofits, Heather Mansfield of Nonprofit Tech for Good recently took her first steps into the metaverse using an Oculus Quest 2, and below are her top five tips for getting started. Make sure that you have at least two to three hours for your first exploration and 30-60 minutes per day in the weeks following.

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