Tech Tips (261)
Optimize Your Web Site for Users with Disabilities
- Friday, 21 March 2008
- Tech Tips
- Written by Lorna Doone Brewer
In today's environment, web sites are one of the best outreach tools that nonprofits have. They not only inform the public of the organization's mission and programs, but they also serve as its face. It's important that the site be friendly and inviting to users, or they will spend little time getting to know the nonprofit.
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6 Unique Online Fundraising Techniques for Your Nonprofit - Part 2
- Friday, 21 March 2008
- Tech Tips
- Written by Lance Trebesch and Taylor Robinson
Online Auctions
One of the most effective online fundraising tools you can use today is the online auction. Nonprofits know that auctions are time consuming and difficult to manage, but also very lucrative. In 2006 alone, more than 16 billion dollars was raised through charitable auctions in the U.S. (National Auctioneers Association). Furthermore, auctions give nonprofit organizations the unique ability to tap into “household spending” dollars which compose 66% of the GNP compared to the only 2% allocated to “charitable giving” (Making Auctions Work Best for Corporate Sponsors and Fundraisers). The use of an online auction in your nonprofit will reduce the amount of resources required to host the auction while maximizing the potential profits. Read more...
One of the most effective online fundraising tools you can use today is the online auction. Nonprofits know that auctions are time consuming and difficult to manage, but also very lucrative. In 2006 alone, more than 16 billion dollars was raised through charitable auctions in the U.S. (National Auctioneers Association). Furthermore, auctions give nonprofit organizations the unique ability to tap into “household spending” dollars which compose 66% of the GNP compared to the only 2% allocated to “charitable giving” (Making Auctions Work Best for Corporate Sponsors and Fundraisers). The use of an online auction in your nonprofit will reduce the amount of resources required to host the auction while maximizing the potential profits. Read more...
Accepting Donations Through Your Organization's Website
- Monday, 25 February 2008
- Tech Tips
- Written by Lorna Doone Brewer
In an earlier post, I discussed how internet activism allows nonprofits to reach a technologically savvy audience through the web. This is good because a) it gives your organization the opportunity to send your message further out into the world, and b) it gives potential donors a way to contribute funds quickly and easily.
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Using Instant Messaging in the Nonprofit Workplace
- Monday, 18 February 2008
- Tech Tips
- Written by Lorna Doone Brewer
Instant messaging is one of the most exciting burgeoning tools available to nonprofits today. It saves time, saves money, and enables quick and easy communication.
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What Should I Write About on My Nonprofit Organization's Blog?
- Monday, 11 February 2008
- Tech Tips
- Written by Lorna Doone Brewer
Congratulations! You've decided that it's time to get your nonprofit organization on the technological bandwagon and into the wonderful world of blogging.
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What is Internet Activism?
- Monday, 04 February 2008
- Tech Tips
- Written by Lorna Doone Brewer
Nonprofit organizations are notorious for being behind on technology and changes in online communication methods. Between limited finances and staff that are already spread pretty thin, it seems as though many methods of communicating and providing information remain somewhat stagnant.
Internet activism is a way for nonprofits to change these attitudes and embrace the technological options available to them. It is basically the antidote to the tried-and-true methods of fundraising, lobbying, and garnering support. It involves using online resources, websites, blogs, donation portals, and email to generate interest in the organization. Read more...
Internet activism is a way for nonprofits to change these attitudes and embrace the technological options available to them. It is basically the antidote to the tried-and-true methods of fundraising, lobbying, and garnering support. It involves using online resources, websites, blogs, donation portals, and email to generate interest in the organization. Read more...
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Creative Ways to Bring Technology to Nonprofit Organizations - NTEN
- Tuesday, 22 January 2008
- Tech Tips
- Written by Lorna Doone Brewer
No matter what your field, the steady march of technology is certainly thrumming in your ears. For those of in the nonprofit sector, there can be significant obstacles in keeping up with all of the latest and greatest tools, applications, and information available to move our organizations forward. We often have to struggle to gain knowledge and training (not to mention the ever-present need for funds) as we strive to work in the most beneficial and efficient means possible.
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Virtual Volunteering for Nonprofit Organizations
- Monday, 14 January 2008
- Tech Tips
- Written by Pamela DeLoatch
Getting volunteers is often a struggle for nonprofit organizations. With busy work schedules and numerous responsibilities, it is often difficult for even a conscientious volunteer to add one more commitment. And yet, for many organizations, volunteers are the lifeblood that keeps them going.
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Using Social Networking Sites for Your Organization
- Monday, 14 January 2008
- Tech Tips
- Written by Pamela DeLoatch
Need a new way to communicate with current and potential volunteers and donors for your nonprofit organization? Why not use a social networking site like MySpace or Facebook? . Both MySpace and Facebook have sections specifically for 501(c) (3) nonprofit organizations.
With social networking sites, organizations can initiate a cause, get their friends and associates involved, keep them updated on activities, invite them to events, and even ask them to donate directly. Read more...
With social networking sites, organizations can initiate a cause, get their friends and associates involved, keep them updated on activities, invite them to events, and even ask them to donate directly. Read more...
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