Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 31, 2011

He’s been on the staff of Community Shares for three years now and drives the traditional and new media outreach to inspire philanthropy in Colorado. . How do you define e-philanthropy and how does MCP align with that vision? The Personal Philanthropy Plan is next. But we have one thing working in our corner.

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Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 16, 2011

I’m quite excited to participate in The Power of Information: New Technologies for Philanthropy and Development Conference in London, UK, put on by Indigo Trust , Institute for Philanthropy and the Omidyar Network. We can also look at the why to understand the ecosystem for new or complimentary tools.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 10, 2022

That sounds like it’s all about money. Think of yourself, instead, as a “ philanthropy facilitator.” Philanthropy” translated from the Greek literally means “ love (philos) of humanity (Anthropos).” . Don’t think of yourself as a “fundraiser.” And money is one of the top taboo topics in our society. That makes it about love.

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NetWits

JANUARY 11, 2011

ammado is one that might not sound familiar, but don’t worry, their doing something really special. They call it “social fundraising that makes it easy for individuals to get involved in philanthropy in a whole new way!&#. 5) ammado – [link]. 7) GiveZooks – [link]. 8 ) HelpAttack – [link].

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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

What’s more is, according to the Chronicle of Philanthropy, volunteers give up to ten times more than other Americans. Sounds simple enough. For starters, according to a study conducted by the Independent Sector values a volunteer’s time is so valuable to a nonprofit, it is worth what you would pay an employee around $22.55 Click Here!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 9, 2012

We aren’t there yet, but we are close… and these new ways of giving will transform philanthropy and nonprofit budgets ( think mobile wallets ). It may sound a bit harsh, but I think it’s a message that many nonprofits need to seriously consider. I think the future of their organization depends upon it.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 25, 2024

And while that may sound simple in practice, you need the right tools and the right plan. 3) Donor Journey Mapping The path toward philanthropy can be long and sinuous, so many nonprofits create donor journey maps to plan and automate donor interactions.

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Amy Sample Ward

JULY 15, 2011

But you still need a clear strategy, a sound plan of attack, and a method of evaluating your results. Topic : Building a Social Media Strategy. Description : Sure, social media is evolving at the speed of light and experimentation is important. Join Amy for her unique perspective on using social media for a higher social purpose.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

The University of San Francisco was the first school to offer a Master’s in Nonprofit Administration less than 40 years ago, and the first School of Philanthropy was created just nine years ago at Indiana University. As the sector evolves, students aren’t always sure which available resources are the most sound to support our studies.

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Tech Soup

MAY 23, 2013

This week the revolutionary data driven philanthropy of the Laura and John Arnold Foundation is featured and a call for beneficiary inclusion in Markets for Good goes out. Data philanthropy efforts are reviewed and advice for writing about data is offered. Data and Philanthropy. Data Philanthropy: Where are we now.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 6, 2024

This can (it does) sound grim. They require us to open up new kinds of funds to meet the needs we know and direct philanthropy to the needs that will emerge. Nonprofit leaders must be vigilant in ensuring that the use of AI is fair, transparent, and accountable to avoid unintended harm.

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Robert Weiner

JULY 8, 2009

The Chronicle of Philanthropy published a brief article (subscription required) describing how the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Team in Training program used Website Optimizer to determine which of three versions of a web page was most effective in persuading people to sign up for information. Do you know about Google's Website Optimizer

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

We don’t build a network of entrepreneurs, but rather function as a sounding board with social sector leaders on how technology could better help their organizations or communities. This may sound challenging, but we have a track record of successfully creating multiple break-even social enterprises.

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Candid

JUNE 16, 2022

A philanthropy insider once shared during a presentation that foundations develop guidelines so they know to whom to say “no.” Though it sounded cynical and harsh, it also rang true. The experience has also shown us that, when pressed, philanthropy can flex its guidelines and meet the moment to address urgent need. .

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 16, 2011

Unfortunately, there is little interest on the part of most funders to invest in high quality, methodologically sound research on leadership and philanthropy topics that are so very important to those who lead, manage, and support nonprofits. Do you know how effective you are? Find out with our new web-based self-assessment.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 9, 2021

Mastering personalized, customer-centered philanthropy facilitation, especially mid-level and major donors, to increase your donor lifetime value. Internalizing and externalizing an organization-wide culture of philanthropy. After all, for most people $25/month sounds much more approachable than making a $300 gift.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 13, 2023

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. How can you pave the way for responsive philanthropy in your community’s time of need? By making key changes in technology, processes, and culture, your organization can adopt a responsive philanthropy approach to adapt to increased community need.

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Candid

JANUARY 25, 2023

In either case, here’s the good news: Although DAFs sound complicated, they’re really quite simple to understand. If you are not getting money from DAFs, you’d be forgiven for thinking that you’ve missed the boat. Similarly, if you don’t even know what the acronym DAF stands for, you’d be forgiven, as well.

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Bloomerang

MAY 13, 2021

they lead the way to new territory and keep the conversation going: Examples: What do you hope to achieve with your philanthropy? Sounds like you’ve made up your mind, haven’t you? It doesn’t sound like there is a fit here, is there? The questioning techniques should include: Open Questions? —?they Tell me about your life.

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Amy Sample Ward

APRIL 13, 2009

If this sounds familiar, you won’t want to miss TechSoup’s free online event and webinar: Basics for Beginners: Getting Started with Social Media Tools. So you’ve heard about Facebook, Twitter, and other online social networking sites. You know your organization should use social media, but you’re not sure where to start.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 6, 2011

ASU Home ASU A-Z Index My ASU Colleges & Schools Directory Map About Blog Academics Organizational Assistance Emerging Leaders Professional Development Philanthropy Research News & Events You are here: Home → Blog Pages Blog Home Write for us! But I’m happy – I’m a student :) May 9, 2011 11:08 PM Caroline Sound said.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Harness today’s LARGEST donor demographic with these quick and effective micro-philanthropy strategies. While donations of $10 or $20 may not sound like much—especially when compared with major donor contributions!— micro-philanthropy has already begun to shape the fundraising landscape. billion last year in North America alone.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 5, 2011

ASU Home ASU A-Z Index My ASU Colleges & Schools Directory Map About Blog Academics Organizational Assistance Emerging Leaders Professional Development Philanthropy Research News & Events You are here: Home → Blog Pages Blog Home Write for us! For him, philanthropy isnt an afterthought - its a lifestyle.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 14, 2010

Three specific examples that are very different include: Connectipedia : a wiki-based platform that allows anyone interested in philanthropy or social impact in the Pacific Northwest (or beyond) to share research, resources, information, or data about people, places and topics.

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Candid

JUNE 15, 2022

We applaud the example you have set in demonstrating the power of what has been called trust-based philanthropy. . As a new CEO, I have had the rare luxury of inheriting not only a financially sound organization, but one with the ability to make major investments in our future to deliver on our mission. . Integrated product suite.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

They are the foundation of sound stewardship which is genuinely acknowledging and thanking donors for their precious gifts of time and money. While American philanthropy totaled an awesome $485 billion, for the first time in nearly two decades, only half of U.S. The solutions to improving donor retention aren’t rocket science.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 26, 2006

He focused on the last, philos, love of your neighbor, pointing out that this word is related to philanthropy. Sounded like she needs something I've seen in Brazil, and so I hope to make the connection. Paolo Coelho (Brazilian author, The Alchemist ) talked about what we aren't willing to talk about: the role of love in what we do.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 14, 2022

It sounds like you may not be quite ready for a big fundraiser. I would highly recommend a course like the one offered through The Fundraising School at the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. As you see, you only get to the vehicles (e.g., annual appeal, grant proposal, special event, etc.) once all the other things are in place.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 23, 2019

High impact philanthropy. It sounds nice, like the right goal for every funder looking to make a serious difference. So how do you prepare yourself and organization for higher impact philanthropy? So how do you prepare yourself and organization for higher impact philanthropy? Clear Outcomes Goals.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

That may sound essentialist, but in this case, philanthropy seems to have been intimately bound with social justice, in no small part because women and gender nonbinary folks have had to find funding for causes that matter to them. How can I reconcile the angry feminist, the budget-aware fundraiser, the yogi, and the activist?

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 18, 2023

We hear about Trust-Based Philanthropy and having a more grantee-centered approach to grantmaking. I often wonder what proportion of the folks working in philanthropy have had the privilege of also working in a nonprofit, and vice versa. The comments sound harsh but I’ve heard both uttered, repeatedly.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Now, you might be thinking, “ That sounds great! Understand common roadblocks to corporate philanthropy. Consider the following best practices to streamline corporate philanthropy and maximize the number of dollars you receive from this avenue. Why doesn’t everyone partake in those programs already ?” Let’s dive in.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 28, 2022

” The funding comes from several sources, but most prominently Marc and Lynne Benioff, whose Salesforce-derived philanthropy has had a notably green theme, or in this case blue. Resonance Philanthropies, Inclusive Capital Partners Foundation, Maja Kristin, and others also chipped in.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 7, 2019

sound gloves (so very cool). Singer-songwriter Imogen Heap performs with her Mi.Mu “magic” sound gloves at the EB Awards. So many incredible ideas and initiatives are being shared at #BRG2019 ! BlockchainRevGlobal (@rev_global) April 25, 2019.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 23, 2012

One core belief has driven the Organizational Effectiveness program for nearly 30 years: Organizations are more effective at meeting their goals when they have thoughtful strategy, strong leadership, and sound management. The Foundation also makes grants to help advance and support the field of private philanthropy.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

I just spent two amazing days at the Social Innovation Summit 2013 , a cross disciplinary crowd of people who work on social good in the areas of technology, investment, philanthropy, international development, and business. As a premier provider of digital services , they deliver a steady flow of work to people around the world.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

A lot of your donors might be thrilled to get their children introduced to philanthropy and this could be a great chance to do that. Can you recreate the sights, sounds and smells of your work? If you are planning an event at night or on the weekend is there a way their family could experience it with them?

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