Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

M+R Benchmarks Report ] 37% of nonprofits use Facebook Fundraising Tools. LinkedIn ] 27% of nonprofits worldwide have an official policy to allow staff to work on their LinkedIn Profiles during work hours. M+R Benchmarks Report ] 13% of nonprofits use Instagram Fundraising Tools. compared to $49.28 on TikTok. [ on TikTok. [

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2023

In 2019, we did a deep dive on AI & Giving to look at the landscape of fundraising tools & platforms using AI and the implications. The article reinforces the message we’ve shared for years that these tools can benefit nonprofits in many ways, especially small nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 15, 2024

The reality is AI tools have been around for years and many of us have been using them without realizing it. Some leaders might want to give it some time and ensure that any new tools are properly vetted and tested. We’ll preview some of the ways organizations are incorporating AI tools into the software they already use.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 7, 2024

In this article, we delve into the Google Ad Grants program, discussing what it is, who is eligible, the application process, creating your first campaign, and going through a Google Ad Grants policy checklist to make sure your account is compliant and would not be blocked. 9) Budget Set an appropriate budget for your campaign.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Many associations use data-driven decision making to move their missions forward, advance public policy, and enhance advocacy programs. Association management software (AMS) can serve as your organization’s most important tool to help you gather data and inform your decision-making process. What challenges did MTSBA face?

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Candid

APRIL 1, 2024

Within the social sector, AI is a powerful tool for fundraising , researching, grantwriting , and maximizing organizational impact. But as with any tool, we need to agree as an organization on how we use it. We then incorporated these guidelines into our employee policies.

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TechSpot

DECEMBER 5, 2022

TikTok is a formidable tool for espionage and mass control, and the Chinese communist dictatorship could do whatever they want with it. Ford School of Public Policy. These, in brief, are the concerns expressed by FBI director Christopher Wray while attending an event at the University of Michigan's Gerald R.

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Candid

JANUARY 9, 2025

This is what we at NTEN call technology effectiveness: staff reporting they have both the tools and the skills to use the organizations technology systems to do their job and meet the mission. Here are four technology policies and practices nonprofits and foundations of any size or mission area should leave behind in 2025: 1.

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Mashable Tech

MARCH 25, 2025

Per Meta's policy, official school accounts should be run by school officials, not by a parent-teacher organization volunteers. Meta said in its announcement that middle and high schools can sign up for a waitlist to join the program via their Instagram settings, by selecting "account type and tools" or "business tools and controls."

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The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The 78-page report provides insight into how nonprofit leaders view their role in public policy advocacy and engagement. The Pursuit of Influence follows Independent Sector’s 2023 report, The Retreat of Influence , which filled a 20-year gap in nationally representative data on whether and how nonprofits advocate around public policy.

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Fast Company Tech

APRIL 8, 2025

The tech is here already The reality is that many people with dementia use digital tools every day. These tools are also excellent at transforming text into different formats. A generative AI tool could quickly transform documents into dementia-friendly formats.

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Mashable Tech

MARCH 31, 2025

By connecting nonprofits with accessible AI training, we're equipping them with the tools to streamline operations, enhance their impact, and ultimately, better serve our community," said Julie Samuels, president and CEO of Tech:NYC. We've turned to generative AI to help us do more with our time and to fill knowledge gaps.

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Mashable Tech

MARCH 13, 2025

Meta will soon roll out its new fact-checking replacement , Community Notes, a crowd-sourced tool that will sunset the company's third party fact-checking team in favor of what Meta alleges is a "less biased" way to curb misinformation. The company announced that the feature will begin testing among U.S.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Research and public policy – 1%. 16) GivingTuesday donors say the following communication tools are the most likely to inspire them to give: Email – 35%. 18) 50% have donated directly through Facebook Fundraising Tools. 19) 17% have donated through Instagram Fundraising Tools. Community development – 3%.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 8, 2025

With a team of scientists, I have developed a tool to make identification of microplastics using their unique chemical fingerprint more reliable. Data from microplastic analyses can inform health recommendations and policy decisions, so its important for the people making those calls to know how reliable the analysis is.

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Fast Company Tech

APRIL 19, 2025

For over a decade, Ive been using a tool that demystifies how to get from one location to another. AI travel tools may be interesting for brainstorming ideas, but this tool will show you only real transportation options with up-to-date information. Notably, theres absolutely no AI at play here. Lets get moving. Google Maps who?

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Association Analytics

AUGUST 14, 2023

Popular AI tools like ChatGPT and Bard are continuously learning how to work faster and more efficiently, which can stir up a lot of feelings in us humans. Types of AI Tools To start, it’s important to know about some of the models already available to the public. The key to determining which tools to work with depends on your goals.

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Engadget

MARCH 25, 2025

The tool allows users to see locations from ground level. The company's Apple Maps image collection policy page provides a list of regions and dates when it plans to collect new images for Look Around. Look Around is Apple's answer to Google Street View.

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.orgSource

AUGUST 19, 2024

Practice Good Stewardship Even if your digital resources are in order, a data governance policy is an important piece of responsible stewardship. While a policy that restricts access might keep your data safe, it also builds a wall around that wealth of information. It belongs to your members. Include benchmarks in goals and KPIs.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Set clear expectations for communication As a board, establish clear guidelines and approve policies about how and when board members must respond to staff emails and other communications. Again, consider establishing a board communication policy that includes regular check-ins with staff on how well the board is responding to staff.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Help enforce established internal controls and policies, actively and by setting a strong example. Even if youve followed all the proper policies and internal controls, it puts your direct reports in an awkward position. As a leader, act in the way that youd want your team members to act when it comes to finances.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Are you raising funds using Facebook & Instagram Fundraising Tools ? If the tools are performing for your nonprofit, then keep at it in 2023. For nonprofits, WhatsApp Communities are the tool to watch. 2) Prioritize the core tools of digital marketing and fundraising in 2023. 6) Embrace Instagram Fundraising Tools.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

In addition to social media stats, the report also provides data for how organizations use web and email communications, online fundraising tools, productivity software, and emerging technology trends. 15) 25% of donors say that social media is the tools that most inspire them to give. 39) 17% use YouTube Giving Tools.

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Mashable Tech

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Parents and educators have a new tool in the fight against online exploitation. In October 2024, the Meta social media platform Instagram launched its own campaign against sextortion, along with tools to help teen victims.

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Fast Company Tech

APRIL 17, 2025

The New Jersey complaint alleges that Discord knew its safety features and policies wouldn’t actually protect its young user base and didn’t make changes. In a statement shared with Fast Company , it said: “Discord is proud of our continuous efforts and investments in features and tools that help make Discord safer.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 5, 2021

Third, if your nonprofit regularly shares stories on Instagram, make a strong first impression by creating custom Highlight covers using a graphic design tool or a mobile app. To get access to Insights, to post ads, set up a Shop, and use Instagram Charitable Giving Tools, your nonprofit must have an Instagram Business Account.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 29, 2024

Use segmentation tools to identify connections between members, such as those who work in the same field or live in the same area. Using membership management tools, you can create a personalized experience that exceeds member expectations. Fonteva Fonteva is a membership management tool for Salesforce.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

From challenges to women’s rights to debates around diversity initiatives, current events have encouraged giving circles to be more intentional about engaging more in civic and policy awareness. Collective giving groups are becoming more civically engaged and educated about policies that affect their values and giving priorities.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

My favorite tool for testing email subject lines is sendcheckit.com because, on top of rating your subject line, it gives you advice on how to improve it. Q: How can I stand out in a sea of solicitations? A : For email: You need a subject line that stands out. You can use personalization, flattery, curiosity, humor, or brevity.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 19, 2023

That’s just the start—nonprofit software tools come in many varieties, offering support for marketing, event planning, form building, and much more. Schedule a demo to find out how your nonprofit can leverage Bloomerang’s tools to better manage and retain your donors. Software solutions keep the nonprofit sector in motion.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 28, 2020

The event website is also a good place to communicate any pertinent information, including cancellation policies and contingency plans. Use Web-Based Tools. Promote your event through email, social media, and text messages by sharing a link to your website, where players and sponsors can register instantly.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Providing board members with a written governance charter or policy that outlines their responsibilities and expectations versus those of the staff is a must. And when things get out of line, there should be procedures or policies in place to rectify the issues.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 14, 2025

AI deciphers the patterns and relationships in your data but using data that doesnt contain adequate detail or granularity means your AI tool simply wont be as effective. Result: you have a paucity of data points to analyze so that even the most effective AI tool will struggle to generate the best recommendations.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 7, 2022

Using a tool that gives you a 360-degree view of your supporters (for example, EveryAction or HubSpot ) will allow you to target messaging based on any number of criteria. SPF (Sender Policy Framework) is a stamp of approval your ESP can send on your domain’s behalf. The same goes for email addresses that have bounced 2-3 times.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 18, 2020

The Google Ad Grant is one of the most powerful, yet under-appreciated tools in nearly every nonprofit’s marketing toolbox. One of our clients, the COPD Foundation , has a free screening tool that individuals can use to determine if they are at risk for COPD. . What is the Google Grant? A Real-Life Example. Unlike traditional grants.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Many companies report low utilization of VTO, however, so nonprofits that encourage people to check their employer’s VTO policy when signing up as a volunteer can tap into this underutilized benefit. Look at tools such as Double the Donation to see if your corporate volunteers are eligible for Dollars for Doers grants or matching gifts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 6, 2023

According to Meta’s Supplemental Privacy Policy as pointed out by TechCrunch : “You may deactivate your Threads profile at any time, but your Threads profile can only be deleted by deleting your Instagram account.” Instagram Fundraising Tools are not available on Threads. Let’s get the hard part out of the way first.

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