TechImpact
JULY 7, 2015
You know you should be tweeting, posting, sharing, and engaging. But are you entirely sure who’s on the other end of all your nonprofit’s social media marketing efforts? The truth is, most nonprofits run wildly into the light, hoping their ideal donor, volunteer, or otherwise constituent is on the other side eagerly awaiting their arrival. […].
EveryAction
JULY 8, 2015
In case you haven't heard, the progressive community is gathering next week in Phoenix for one of the most anticipated events of the year: the tenth annual Netroots Nation conference ! As a Phoenician and member of team EveryAction, I'm thrilled to share that EveryAction is hosting this year's closing party , and am excited to see this fantastic city and the incredible work being done by progressive organizers on display for the entire community to see.
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Nonprofit Tech for Good
JULY 15, 2015
It is true that tweets with images receive more engagement , but how much more engagement depends on the quality of the images and if they are properly sized for Twitter ( 1024 x 512 pixels or a 2:1 aspect ratio ). If your nonprofit is committed to maximizing engagement on Twitter, then you must create visually compelling call-to-action images for fundraising and advocacy campaigns.
VisionLink
JULY 28, 2015
Brenda Berry, NAF Assistant Vice President, Academy Development, presenting the Employer's MyNAFTrack dashboard page at the 2015 #NAFNEXT conference in Anaheim, CA. NAF unveiled their MyNAFTrack program to great applaud in front of 1,500 people during their annual #NAFNext 2015 conference in Anaheim, California yesterday. VisionLink, a Boulder, Colorado based company, was in attendance and proud to be the chosen software vendor supporting the MyNAFTrack system.
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Byte Technology
JULY 7, 2015
Google Analytics, still considered the go-to tool for individuals and companies seeking to understand how effective their websites are to visitors and users, has certainly changed the way websites are designed, redesigned and administered. With a few clicks a site owner or webmaster can instantly view critical data such as the success or failure of events, what pages are performing the best, what visitors are reacting to and interacting with and much more.
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TechImpact
JULY 17, 2015
Whether you like it or not, the world is getting smaller. Not literally, of course. We would feel that pretty quickly. But the world’s getting smaller thanks to technology, and ironically enough, the technology we use to do that communicating is getting smaller too. Smart phones are the smallest pieces of technology hardware we all […]. The post 7 Reasons Your Nonprofit Needs To Go Mobile appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology.
EveryAction
JULY 28, 2015
In honor of our upcoming webinar on the Power of Influencer Engagement , we asked Jeanette Russell from Attentive.ly about ways influencers can raise the visibility of your nonprofit campaign, help to grow your list, and also retain your best people. Here are her insights!
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
JULY 14, 2015
Flickr Photo by udithawix. I’m facilitating a peer learning project on practical networked leadership skills for emerging nonprofit leaders. As we all know, living in a networked world creates opportunities for abundance. But having many choices and opportunities requires developing a special set of skills in order to be successful. These skills are: self-management and attention training.
3rd Sector Labs
JULY 24, 2015
Most charities raise money from many different sources – direct mail appeals, online donations, events, workplace giving campaigns, and matching gift programs to name a few. How often do the funds come in without usable donor data – or any donor data – behind it? If your organization is fundraising without donor data to support it, then you have a problem that needs your attention.
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.
Byte Technology
JULY 23, 2015
Imagine this scary scenario: a website owner or administrator logs in to their website at the beginning of the day only to be met with a blank screen, an ominous “you’ve been hacked” message or, even worse, a mysterious redirect to an unsavory site which all visitors, clients and customers now have the unfortunate experience of viewing. And whether the hack was initiated to steal valuable data or just someone’s idea of a malicious prank, the fallout leaves many owners aimlessly scrambling to rec
Wild Apricot
JULY 7, 2015
This summer is a great time to get ahead on your non-profit education. Here's a list of 17 FREE live webinars that offer up a host of learning opportunities.
TechImpact
JULY 14, 2015
Think about how much of your day is spent working on a computer. Chances are pretty good, close to 99% of your work is done behind a keyboard and mouse. The need for robust technology has never been more important. With this increased use of technology, the need for appropriate computing power comes with it. […]. The post 4 Major Benefits Of Using Managed IT Services appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology.
EveryAction
JULY 31, 2015
Your nonprofit is crushing it - running great campaigns , sending awesome emails (that are actually making it to inboxes ), engaging influencers in your space, and generally doing a stellar job at storytelling - and you're getting recognized for all of your hard work! Congrats! Now what? We asked Sacha Evans, Senior Associate at DG+CO , for expert tips nonprofits can use to leverage media coverage.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Is your organization ready to build a recurring giving program that not only sustains but also propels your mission forward? 🚀 In this new webinar with industry visionary Tim Sarrantonio, we’ll guide you through the critical steps to establishing and scaling a successful recurring giving program. Whether you’re starting fresh or enhancing an existing program, this session will provide the strategies you need to deepen donor relationships and secure long-term support!
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
JULY 20, 2015
That is a slogan on a t-shirt, and while meant as a joke, it is all too familiar for many nonprofits. Meetings that waste your time! When we talk about healthy nonprofit work culture, the fit nonprofit , it goes beyond having organizations create wellness policies and practices that encourage staff to eat right, exercise, take vacation time, and get enough sleep.
See3
JULY 10, 2015
Making websites smarter and increasing impact is a huge part of our mission at See3. And this problem – how to make websites smarter – is something we’ve been obsessed with. Now, we have a solution. It’s called Conversion Booster. The post 5 Dynamic Calls to Action That Increase Donations appeared first on The See3 Blog.
Byte Technology
JULY 13, 2015
From their earliest incarnations decades ago, the one constant theme of search engines is change. Indeed, today’s Google, Yahoo and others barely resemble their clunky ancestors who returned sloppy and often meaningless listings for even simple searches. But then, with the advent of Search Engine Optimized tools, quality returns suddenly became the norm and relevant results were widely expected.
Wild Apricot
JULY 24, 2015
Fundraisers are a great way to bring in additional revenue, but how do you choose the right event for your organization? Check out this survey by Software Advice, you'll be surprised with the results!
Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker
Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.
TechImpact
JULY 10, 2015
If there’s one fact in life, it’s that everything changes. That fact couldn’t be more true in the case of SEO. Only a few years ago, the most accepted practice was “link stuffing”, or the practice of putting as many links that point back to your website as possible on empty websites. The practice that […]. The post Infographic Friday: 2015 SEO Basics appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology.
Donor Search
JULY 27, 2015
Prospect research can seem daunting and overwhelming. There are a ton of resources out there, but there is not a lot of guidance. Maybe you’re ready to get started with prospect screening or maybe you’ve been in the game for a while, and you’re curious about any tools you might have missed.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
JULY 21, 2015
Flickr Photo by Ale Nunez. I read this wonderful article “ Agility Is Today’s Most Critical Leadership Competency ” by Julie Winkle Giuliani , author of “ Watch Them Grow or Watch Them Go.” Agility is defined in the dictionary as light and graceful or as a project management approach, but she defines agility as the ability for continuous learning and as a leadership competency in today’s complicated world.
Tech Soup
JULY 1, 2015
Most nonprofits rely on grant funding to support their programs and services. In fact, 46 percent report that grants make up more than a quarter of their funding. Given how critical grants are for many nonprofits, having good systems in place to manage the grant-writing process from beginning to end is incredibly important. Yet 75 percent of nonprofits use simple spreadsheets to manage what can amount to millions of dollars of grant funds.
Advertiser: Digital Ocean
Effectively managing cloud technology is getting more complex. From cybersecurity concerns, vendor lock-in, cost increases, or lack of transparency on costs, it can quickly get out of control. Knowing what you can control and finding a platform that’s built with nonprofits in mind is key.
BoardAssist
JULY 28, 2015
Finance and accounting have moved from the back room to the board room. That’s the message from this week’s guest blogger, finance pro Paul Konigstein. While it should be obvious to most nonprofit board members how important finance is to any nonprofit, Paul makes the case below for those still in doubt. Thanks Paul! 6 Reasons Finance Belongs in Your Nonprofit Board Room.
Wild Apricot
JULY 17, 2015
Facebook is an excellent tool for your nonprofit to share content, communicate with members, and grow your cause. The best part is that it’s free. However, keeping your members engaged can be tough. With over 42 million pages and nearly a billion users, how do you stand out from the crowd?
TechImpact
JULY 3, 2015
Cloud computing continues to intrigue the nonprofit community. The idea of being able to work from anywhere in the world, and still access all your files, regardless of what computer you’re on is attractive for the busy nonprofit. We’ve all have, or hopefully had, one of those servers in the back closet of the office. […]. The post Infographic Friday: 2015 Nonprofit & Association Technology Trends appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology.
Donor Search
JULY 19, 2015
At DonorSearch, our goal is to help nonprofits get the most out of their wealth screenings and prospect research efforts.
Advertiser: Syncrony
Looking for cost reductions for your nonprofit? Why not consider modernizing with a digital board management system that's designed to work with remote meetings, with immediate cost reductions if you still distribute paper packets to members? Get going in less than an hour on a fully hosted cloud solution built on the latest technology that runs on any device - from desktops to tablets and smartphones - without any installation.
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