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3 Great Unusual Fundraising Ideas

The Fundraising Authority

When small and midsized non-profits are looking for new fundraising ideas, they are usually given ideas that require a lot of work for only a little return. Of the three unusual fundraising ideas we are presenting today, this one is probably the most “mission-driven” (the one that is most closely tied with your organization’s mission).

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New Ideas at TED2014

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Of course, that included getting new ideas for software for social good! Idea One: Tackle Indoor Pollution First, I sat down with the controversial Bjorn Lomberg , also known as the “ Skeptical Environmentalist.” Worth some thought: I’ll stick that idea into the Benetech Labs hopper ! Andrew challenged me on that idea.

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Turn Ordinary into Extraordinary–Bold Ideas are Solutions Day’s Signature

.orgSource

That kind of bold idea makes.orgCommunity’s Solutions Day an eye-opening event. The post Turn Ordinary into Extraordinary–Bold Ideas are Solutions Day’s Signature appeared first on.orgSource. But the power of simplicity is often overlooked and under-appreciated. BTW if we haven’t met, please be sure to introduce yourself!

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Providence Public Library: “A Most Democratic Insitution”

DipJar

Ah, public libraries! We enjoy every opportunity to speak with library customers, learning how they serve their communities and how DipJar supports those efforts. A recent conversation with Erica Busillo Adams of Providence Public Library is a perfect case in point! Providence Public Library first opened to the public in 1878.

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Curtis Memorial Library: A Tradition of Local Support

DipJar

Public libraries are some of our favorites. If you haven’t been to your library lately, check it out! We recently spoke with Joyce Fehl of the Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick, Maine. Joyce is the development and marketing manager for the library, which serves both Brunswick and the smaller community of Harpswell.

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3 Giving Tuesday Campaign Ideas That Will Stand Out

Kindful

Here are a few simple ideas for Giving Tuesday campaigns that will stand out from the crowd: 1. If you’re looking for more help and inspiration, we’ve compiled a library of Giving Tuesday resources that you can check out here >> [link]. The post 3 Giving Tuesday Campaign Ideas That Will Stand Out appeared first on Kindful.

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Apple Music integration is now available on more DJ platforms

Engadget

The idea there was to attract creators of said DJ mixes and sets to the platform by leveraging Shazam's technology (owned by Apple) to ensure proper royalties were paid out. Now, Apple says, it's giving DJs access to its music catalog so it can be used as a creative tool and so they can easily tap into their personal libraries.

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