Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2020

She has worked with Candid, Cornell University, the United Nations, and Vital Voices Global Partnerships, among others. Relevance speaks to a nonprofit’s understanding of what the audience is interested in learning about it, and what kind of information will successfully forge a connection with the audience.

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EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) declared a national state of emergency for LGBTQ+ people on June 6, 2023, the first state of emergency ever declared in its history spanning four decades. Later, that information can be used to target the most active and educated supporters and get them involved.

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Advocacy Generation Strategy Awareness 199

Get Fully Funded

JULY 2, 2024

QR codes facilitate a seamless giving experience by directing supporters to a mobile-friendly donation page where they can give securely using their preferred payment method. Include QR codes in promotional materials for your event, such as flyers or social media posts, so attendees can register directly from their phones.

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EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

Board members, donors, coalitions partners, and folks who have signed a national list but have not taken a local action are all good places to find some of your best volunteers. Here are a few key ways to mobilize your advocates: Provide training opportunities. Cast a wide net with texts, emails, phone calls and social posts.

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Advocacy Nonprofit Training Train 207

Everyaction

NOVEMBER 9, 2017

Created in 1998, the United Nations Foundation links the United Nations' work with others around the world, helping the UN address a range of global issues, including climate change, global health, women’s empowerment, peace and security, poverty eradication, and more. What does the United Nations Foundation do?

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Tech Soup

APRIL 25, 2014

To be able to telework, people usually need five things: a computer or tablet, broadband Internet, access to work email, access to work documents, and a phone. Since not a whole lot is out there yet on the role of mobile devices in telework, I thought it’d be interesting to have a look a look at that. Mobile Addiction.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

And the current estimated national value of each volunteer hour is $29.95 (Independent Sector). Some nonprofits may only require basic contact and background information, while others may require extensive background checks due to sensitive work. Keep all of this important personal information organized and in a secure database.

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VisionLink

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

2-1-1, the phone number used by millions to access information about community services, is celebrated nation-wide today, February 11th. With 90% of the nation covered, are we done yet? Social media, messaging and mobile platforms are being used to enhance access. Not nearly.

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EveryAction

JANUARY 25, 2023

This is a great opportunity for board participation, and there are a number of ways in which you or your board volunteers can give thanks: make a phone call, send a handwritten note, or even create a video. Another important habit you should add is making sure your supporters stay informed about where their dollars are going.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 28, 2014

To celebrate, I've rounded up some of the latest news in green mobile technology news. As always, I'll also cover other mobile news and trends. Fairphone wanted to do something more so they decided to make their dream earth-friendly phone a reality. American Mobile Phone Recycling on the Rise.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 1, 2012

Mobile is the Needle, Social is the Thread: How Information Today is Woven Into Our Lives. “ Mobile is the Needle, Social the Thread ” is the name of a presentation from Pew Internet data that illustrates the rapid growth of mobile connectivity and social networking in the U.S., Her blog is Contentious.com.

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Tech Soup

MAY 19, 2014

We just kicked off our free webinar series on how your organization can get up to speed on communicating with your audience through their mobile devices. Welcome to TechSoup’s Mobile Impact Webinar Series 2014. Welcome to TechSoup’s Mobile Impact Webinar Series 2014. What the Mobile Impact 101 Webinar Covered.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 7, 2012

" New at TechSoup: Your 501(c)(3) nonprofit, library, or foundation can now collect donations by text message — and develop your own mobile site — with discounted and donated services from Connect2Give. Mobile giving is a low-cost way to raise funds on an ongoing- or campaign-based basis. Benefits of a Mobile Site.

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

Kyle Gregory is CEO/Co-Founder of Give Back Nation , a nonprofit serving other nonprofits with vetted tools, knowledge, coaching, strategy, implementation, and concierge support to help maximize efficiency, increase fundraising, and expand impact across the country. It should be the epicenter of your brand and storytelling.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 19, 2016

Now that the United Nations Millennium Development Goals have expired and in some ways, have succeeded surprisingly well , the UN has developed a new set of even more ambitious goals. That may be why technology (for example, rapid mobile phone adoption worldwide) may be so important for realizing the new goals. ending poverty.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 16, 2013

Part of the reason is a commitment to altruism, but I also use (for lack of a better word) these 31 nonprofits to study how nonprofits are progressing in online fundraising, social media and mobile communications. I am not sure how useful this information is to nonprofits. National Campaign to Protect Social Security & Medicare.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 25, 2014

Our lead story in this issue of TechSoup’s Nonprofit Technology News is the creation of the Mobile Giving Alliance that will help charities develop their mobile giving. Help for Charities to Develop a Mobile Giving Campaign. Fund for UNICEF, and United Way Worldwide to bring more mobile technology resources charities.

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News Charity Mobile New York City 61

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 27, 2016

The first thing I did was to take a walk at the Stanford Dish , a nearby nature hiking area, without my mobile phone. Last March, I tucked my mobile phone into a sleeping bag (see above) and turned off the screens. But here’s a technique that I found really helpful when you need to use your mobile as a telephone.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

The experience has made me acutely aware that access to information about trends in nonprofit technology, online fundraising, and social media often does not reach small NGOs – especially those in rural areas. It’s not for lack of desire or technical capability, but simply due to a block in information flow.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 24, 2024

Additionally, ensure that your page is mobile-responsive, as most people will scan the codes and make their donations through their phones. To support your nonprofit event’s success, you need to create a few landing pages that provide vital information about the event to your supporters.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 8, 2010

Text alerts can also be used to drive traffic to an organization’s mobile website and to ask people to Text-to Give. Small nonprofits can now just as easily be early adopters of this new technology as the large national and international nonprofits. They also Tweet and post on Facebook: Text SEIU to 787753 for mobile updates!

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NetWits

MARCH 3, 2011

The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a national organization creating hope in a comprehensive way through research, patient support, community outreach, and advocacy for a cure. Also, with mobile devices being so omnipresent, people could actually get the info at the game – verses taking the flyer home, visiting the website, etc.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2011

So much so that many nonprofit professionals are overwhelmed by the all choices – and as the Mobile Web and related start-ups continue to grow, prepare to be mind-boggled by all the new technology options available to your nonprofit in coming years. A website (mobile app coming soon) that allows users to check-in while doing good deeds.

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Fun Resource Audio Stats 271

Bloomerang

AUGUST 29, 2023

With the help of an online fundraising platform that’s integrated with your nonprofit CRM , you can automatically transfer donor information to donor profiles. Supporters can use these platforms to give quickly and easily from their laptops, desktop computers, and mobile devices. Give donors an easy way to show their support.

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VisionLink

MAY 25, 2011

National Public Radio broadcast one of those riveting stories they do so well, in part from a disaster shelter where the Safe and Well system was being used to reconnect friends and family. With more than 100 tornados across the nation these past few days, there are many people looking to find news about their loved ones.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 22, 2013

One of the big additions to the guide is a section on backing up a mobile phone or tablet. Android, iOS, Windows Phone) connects you with friends and family during a large-scale disaster such as an earthquake or a hurricane. Back up your tablet or smartphone with Norton Mobile Security. Microsoft's HelpBridge.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 19, 2017

The Project Time Off is leading a national movement to transform American attitudes and change behavior. You will find useful research, resources , and other information to help you make the case for taking your vacation time.

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Twenti - Digital Marketing For Nonprofits

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

What’s more, those that do have a website often have one that is dated, doesn’t perform well in search engine rankings or can’t be viewed on mobile devices – a website that is no longer fit for purpose. The latest statistics from the Office of National Statistics (2018) indicate that 90% of UK adults are online. This isn’t true either.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 18, 2016

In the first part of this mobile fundraising series , we covered the basics, diving into the various forms of mobile fundraising and key terms that every mobile fundraiser should know. Now that you have that background, we’re moving on to part 2, which answers: Can mobile giving technology be used for more than just fundraising?

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CauseVox

APRIL 26, 2021

That could include: Featuring your event on your website Using an email campaign Posting on social media Phone calls Mass texting Livestream events Direct mail Other Media Print advertising. Tell them who will be speaking, if there will be exciting entertainment, or the information they’ll get while they’re there.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 9, 2014

A little over a year ago, a former CIA systems administrator named Edward Snowden disclosed to The Guardian that the National Security Agency (NSA) has been spying on Americans by way of phone records and online communications. Explore Mobile Privacy Apps. Download the Reset the Net Privacy Pack. It is also 100% free !

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Open Source Mobile Phone Data 72

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

EveryAction is built to scale and is now trusted by some of the nation's largest nonprofits - from the United Nations Foundation, to Planned Parenthood, Comic Relief, the Audubon Society and Greenpeace. Recruit supporters & take contributions on mobile. Your donors can update their own information.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 19, 2011

On the morning of July 7th, a page was created for the events taking place in central London and as both television news and personal witnesses revealed more information the page content grew – by the minute. Wikipedia was a popular resource and established as a citizen-driven information source.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 5, 2011

mobile consumers now have smartphones , says The Nielsen Company. There is also some nice information in the article about app usage and how it varies by type of phone/operating system (OS). Combine that with this nugget: by 2014 more people will view web pages using a mobile device than a computer. Author: Sally Heaven.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 24, 2015

According to the National Summer Learning Association (NSLA) , only one in seven children who are eligible for free or subsidized school lunches receive summer meals. Range also pulls in data about each meal provider, such as its hours of operation, its phone number, and a brief description. " Looking Ahead to Summer 2015.

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Tech Soup

MAY 22, 2014

Libraries, nonprofits, and faith-based organizations can help fight youth hunger by sharing information about local free summer meal sites. Only one in six children who are eligible for the National School Lunch Program take advantage of the Summer Food Service Program. You can make a difference, even if you are not a meal provider!

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 22, 2012

FLOW is an on-site technology that broadcasts data instantaneously to the Water for People website/FLOW map providing important information about the operating status of WFP projects. Visit the UN Water site for more information and resources about World Water Day, or see if there are events happening near you. ” Accountability.

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