Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 16, 2012

The mainstream media and higher education essentially flipped out over the “dangers of social networking,” and Myspace took the brunt of it. The birth of social networking on a mass scale was messy and chaotic, and at times fear and paranoia ran amok.

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NetWits

JANUARY 11, 2011

All this innovation birthed a new type of website – one that’s not driven by a specific non-profit, but is focused on individual people and their online networks. By tying in with Facebook from the start they’ve harnessed the relational power of the most prolific social network built to date.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

For example, this week they will attend a workshop at LinkedIn where LinkedIn employees will coach them on online networking tips and taking advantage of the platform for online networking. Connect Thoughtfully: Friending policy for each online social network you use. Flickr Photo by Mike Cogh.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 9, 2012

The successful use of social media requires a significant time investment. To be successful on the Social Web, nonprofits need to have a presence on mutliple social networks and should be consistently creating content that can be shared on the Social Web, such as blog posts, photos, and videos.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Development audit after development audit of small- to mid-sized organizations reveals that while donor retention remains a critical issue there is also another issue that is equally important. Social media sites are for relationship building. 3) Capture social media followers that visit your website.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 28, 2010

I identified a trend forming with social networking, and set up our very first profile. What social media tools are you currently utilizing? We started out by listening and found many people asking questions about us or our issues. Get on the networks and become a contributing part of the community.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Brynne Krispin is a social media strategist for nonprofits and small businesses. Working with NGOs, thought leaders, and policymakers in DC for the last decade, she specializes in getting people to care about complex issues that might otherwise get ignored. The landscape of nonprofit fundraising has changed dramatically in 2024.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 22, 2009

Six months ago I came pretty close to complete social media burnout. I was running over 20 social networking profiles, logging in seven days a week, and at minimum pulling 60-hour work weeks. If you are managing numerous social networking profiles Monday-Friday, then you need some down time on Saturday and Sunday.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

In a reply, Name.com said it was “working with the owners of this domain to address this issue as quickly as possible.” In a statement shortly after its first tweet went out, Notion told TechCrunch: “We’re experiencing a DNS issue, causing the site to not resolve for many users. Image: TechCrunch).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 11, 2012

Facebook is the largest social network in the world and is becoming increasingly integrated into the Social Web with every passing second. Flickr is the largest photo-sharing social networking community on the Web and should be your starting point for your online photo-sharing campaigns. writing does not permit.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

Originally published in the November 2011 issue of Fundraising Success Magazine where I have written a quarterly column throughout 2011. In June 2007, I presented my first social media training to a small group of nonprofits in Lowell, MA. Executives were terrified by the legal implications of using social networking tools.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 30, 2010

Jumo.com , the new social network for causes and nonprofits created by Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes went live this morning. 2) Select the Issues you care about: 3) Follow a couple of nonprofits: 4) Then from your new Jumo homepage, select “Add a Project.&#

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 23, 2012

This is a terrific presentation from Lee Raine from the Pew Internet and American Life Project that looks at the issue being “hyperconnected” or “over connected” to the web, mobile technologies and social media. It is the same title of Raine’s recent book.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 29, 2010

Earlier this week, an announcement on the Causes Application blog broke the news that over $20 Million has been donated since May 2007 via donors using the social networking application. Social networks are still for engagement, not money. Tags: fundraising issues causes data facebook myspace. What do you think?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 9, 2014

When done well, nonprofits can gain exposure on Twitter, solidify their brand as an expert resource, and increase awareness about the issues they advocate. If you have another tweet chat scheduled, list the details and then promote the follow-up article across all your social networks.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2020

For example, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network makes wise use of their sidebar by prominently featuring a call-to-follow on social networks and an e-newsletter opt-in. 6) Share commentary and CTAs about current issues in the news. 4) Feature “Most Popular/Viewed Posts” and/or “Related Posts.”

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 9, 2009

Based in Dublin, Ireland, Ammado is a social network just like Facebook or MySpace, but whose primary focus is to empower people and nonprofits worldwide to fundraise and donate online. but most donors give to nonprofits of their choosing that are working on issues that they care about. Keep that in mind.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 14, 2011

There’s nothing wrong with asking people to simply share a message, so long as you’re also providing opportunities for others in the network who are willing to do more. Youth engagement in interest-driven online communities was associated with increased volunteer and charity work, and in increased work with others on community issues.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 26, 2017

Also, coming of age during political dysfunction, the rise of global terrorism, climate change, and increasing school violence/shootings, Gen Z is getting exposed to big issues at an early age. As future volunteers and donors, more than any generation previous they will want proof that their time and money is well spent. MediaKix ].

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 5, 2009

I blogged earlier this year about research that indicates very strongly we’ve replicated our offline social barriers and segmentation in our online social networking platforms. ( Visit danah boyd’s website for more information and research on this topic.) What it Means to Communities.

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 5, 2009

I blogged earlier this year about research that indicates very strongly we’ve replicated our offline social barriers and segmentation in our online social networking platforms. ( Visit danah boyd’s website for more information and research on this topic.) What it Means to Communities.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 28, 2013

based nonprofits and nonprofit staff that regularly participate in e-advocacy should monitor what issues/petitions are most important to U.S. For mobile social networkers, Viddy is a must-download. TwtPoll enables nonprofits to create polls that can be shared on Twitter or any any other social network.

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Amy Sample Ward

DECEMBER 26, 2011

As a community organizer and network weaver myself, I am incredibly excited by the #OccupyWallStreet movement that started in New York just over three months ago now (on September 17th) in response to a failing federal economy and political process that impact local, national, and international markets. Personalize It.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 3, 2011

As the agents for social good, nonprofits are in a unique position to help reverse this trend of extreme negativity in the online collective consciousness. Even the most challenging issues have stories of success. 3) Social media burnout. Over the last few years there has been an obvious rise in the Internet troll.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 5, 2010

What was the very first social media tool your organization utilized, and when? The first social networking tool the organization utilized was MySpace is 2007. YouTube: youtube.com/womenforwomenintl. Blog: wfwnotesfromthefield.wordpress.com.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

AUGUST 17, 2012

Integrate Social Network sharing Social Networks have become one of the very popular trends in the modern society. So why not give Go Read some space in social networks? Users can share interesting books on social networks.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 8, 2013

Ideal for mobile social networkers, this $.99 A social search tool that allows you to easily track mentions of your nonprofit on social networking sites, blogs, and websites. A great source for images for your nonprofit’s website, blog, e-newsletter, and social networking profiles. Based in the U.K.,

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 25, 2009

With over 45 million active users worldwide, LinkedIn is a social networking site that is becoming much more than just a place to have a Web 2.0 Also, you might want to consider creating a Group for a Cause/Issue in addition to one for your nonprofit. Join and participate in Groups relative to your organization’s work.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 27, 2012

Ideal for mobile social networkers, this $.99 A social search tool that allows you to easily track mentions of your nonprofit on social networking sites, blogs, and websites. A great source for images for your nonprofit’s website, blog, e-newsletter, and social networking profiles. Based in the U.K.,

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Candid

JANUARY 14, 2025

Since donors are using Candids data to research charities not only on GivingTuesday but every day, its essential for nonprofits to regularly review and update their organizations profile.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 25, 2012

This was the launch of a peer learning group called “ The Networked NGO ,” based on the ideas in my book, The Networked Nonprofit. The four-day intensive face-to-face training was for senior level staff and their social media staffers. Networked NGOs and Social Media Integrated Into Organizational Communications.

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The Next Web

JULY 28, 2013

Still, even if it’s not a pressing issue, sharing memories back and forth with the people you love is often difficult, and it would be nice if a service emerged to make that easier. Location-based Social Networks. Social Recruitment. Job sites that attempt to tap into your social networks are exploding.

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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

They’re more shareable on social networks, and information is easily disseminated through infographics and equivalents. Load times are an issue and having too many images can turn some viewers away. It’s been proven people respond more favorably to images and graphics.

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The Verge

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

The Microsoft-owned social network first started experiencing issues around 2PM ET, and LinkedIn has confirmed it’s working on bringing the site back online. Some members may be experiencing an issue with accessing LinkedIn on mobile and desktop,” says a LinkedIn Twitter post. Thanks for your patience!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

Effective social media managers enjoy engaging with and responding to comments on social media sites. They relish discussing ideas and issues online, and they do it with patience and kindness. Well-written, timely content is what drives the Social Web. Is friendly, patient and responsive. Thinks like a journalist.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 27, 2012

Trusted experts and leading thinkers join Tony each week to tackle the tough issues facing small-and mid-size nonprofits. The whole show is devoted to using social media and social networks to help you reach your supporters and draw them close to your work.

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 30, 2010

I’ve had quite a string of issues with the messaging in Jumo. Building a Network. The reason a site for finding and following causes you care about has social features is because it isn’t just the organizations we care about that we like to follow, but also the people we care about. Messaging.

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