Open data and the charity sector: a perfect fit | News | guardian.co.uk: Government officials, charity leaders and senior figures from the open data movement said on Monday that the UK must foster an environment of collaboration and transparency in order to share best practices from the public and private sectors with nonprofit organisations.
"Part of the value of civil society is holding power to account, and if this can be underpinned by good quality data, we will have a very powerful tool indeed", said Nick Hurd, Minister for Civil Society.
Tuesday, 30 April 2013
Bloomberg Philanthropies Unveils Web Site and Priorities - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
Bloomberg Philanthropies Unveils Web Site and Priorities - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: But that has changed. The billionaire has increasingly spoken out on causes to which he gives money, and today his Bloomberg Philanthropies unveiled its first Web site to provide viewers with detailed information about what it supports.
Thunderclap: Championing Board Diversity!
Thunderclap: Championing Board Diversity!: Young Charity Trustees is two years old! Please support our drive for greater Board Diversity! http://thndr.it/ZwcaSa”
Monday, 29 April 2013
New web addresses for NGOs and non-profits - Telegraph
New web addresses for NGOs and non-profits - Telegraph: Two new types of web address will indicate that organisations are bona fide non-profits or NGOs, writes Brian Cute, the Chief executive of the Public Interest Registry
1 | The Story Of Superstorm Sandy Through The Eyes Of NYC's Digital First Responders | Co.Exist: World changing ideas and innovation
1 | The Story Of Superstorm Sandy Through The Eyes Of NYC's Digital First Responders | Co.Exist: World changing ideas and innovation: Superstorm Sandy struck New York on October 29th, 2012. Six months later, the city’s digital first responders recall how they sprang into action, quickly disseminating information and helping to save lives.
CRM requires a more cohesive, customer-centric focus | TMA Resources
CRM requires a more cohesive, customer-centric focus | TMA Resources: Computerworld reported that an overwhelming majority of CRM projects are still focused inward on the objectives of the organization, when the goal should be driving value to clients. The source explained that the ultimate goal of CRM initiatives should be to drive a more meaningful experience, which requires that the client's voice is heard on all channels
Friday, 26 April 2013
Nonprofit E-File Data Should Be Open - Sunlight Foundation Blog
Nonprofit E-File Data Should Be Open - Sunlight Foundation Blog: Carl Malamud's been busy recently, playing an important role in opening the D.C. Code. But that's not all he's been up to. For years, Carl's efforts at Public.Resource.Org have helped to distribute the data provided to the IRS by nonprofits through Form 990. The data contained in this form is vital public information: it can help donors figure out who's running a nonprofit and how effectively. If you've ever used a site like Charity Navigator to research your giving decisions, you've used 990 data.
iKlatch: Apple CEO holding charity auction for coffee break with himself — RT Business
iKlatch: Apple CEO holding charity auction for coffee break with himself — RT Business: Apple CEO Tim Cook has started an online charity auction for a coffee break with one of the most powerful figures in tech and business: Himself.
Bombing Victims Get Millions as Internet Redefines Giving - Bloomberg
Bombing Victims Get Millions as Internet Redefines Giving - Bloomberg: Bombing Victims Get Millions as Internet Redefines Giving
Online Fundraising Shows Strong Gains - Online Fundraising - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
Online Fundraising Shows Strong Gains - Online Fundraising - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: Explore Online Fundraising Results, by Quarter
The Chronicle uses online fundraising data provided quarterly by Blackbaud, Network for Good, and PayPal to analyze online giving. The percentage changes above show an analysis of online donations to a fixed group of organizations during the second through fourth quarters of 2012, compared with donations to this same group made during the same period in 2011.
The Chronicle uses online fundraising data provided quarterly by Blackbaud, Network for Good, and PayPal to analyze online giving. The percentage changes above show an analysis of online donations to a fixed group of organizations during the second through fourth quarters of 2012, compared with donations to this same group made during the same period in 2011.
Linking Planned Gifts To Social Media | The NonProfit Times
Linking Planned Gifts To Social Media | The NonProfit Times: “The Internet is the great equalizer. If you are a small organization, you can have a big presence.”
Those were the words of said Kristen Jaarda, senior vice president at Crescendo Interactive in Camarillo, Calif., during a session at the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) 2013 International Conference on Fundraising (ICON) in San Diego, Calif.
Those were the words of said Kristen Jaarda, senior vice president at Crescendo Interactive in Camarillo, Calif., during a session at the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) 2013 International Conference on Fundraising (ICON) in San Diego, Calif.
DataKind launches UK chapter
DataKind launches UK chapter: US charity that connects other charities with data scientists who want to volunteer, has launched a UK branch.
Featured Topic: Disaster Planning and Recovery
Featured Topic: Disaster Planning and Recovery: Disaster preparedness isn't just about being ready for a fire or earthquake; it's a nimble, flexible approach to your organization's day-to-day programs and operations. A natural disaster may never hit your office, but by adopting certain technologies and strategies, you can deepen your nonprofit's impact and make your work faster and more efficient. The resources in this toolkit will not only prepare you for a crisis, but also deepen the impact of your nonprofit or charity in times of health.
Wednesday, 24 April 2013
CEOs and Social Media – Trends and Effective Practices
CEOs and Social Media – Trends and Effective Practices: Another important thing to note is that the reasons for a CEO to use social media are NOT THE SAME as the goals for the company on social. What those specific goals might be will change depending on the individual executive, but will always be related to who he or she wants to build relationships with – journalists? Members of Congress? Thought leaders? Other CEOs?
Tuesday, 23 April 2013
Angie Moore-Survey Results Are In! (The Real Skinny on Nonprofit Data) : FundRaising Success
Angie Moore-Survey Results Are In!s: ... blog to get as many nonprofits as possible to take a 10-minute survey. Why? Well, in early April I had a two-part blog on modeling that was the outcome of me asking experts in the industry four questions about modeling and how it can help those in the nonprofit industry be better fundraisers and marketers.
Pune ranks fifth on GiveIndia charity list - Indian Express
Pune ranks fifth on GiveIndia charity list - Indian Express: Inspired by the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL), donation platform www.giveindia.org recently launched Indian Giving League (IGL) which ranks cities on the basis of charity it makes.
The portal uploads details of donations made by various cities to support a cause through NGOs.
The portal uploads details of donations made by various cities to support a cause through NGOs.
Friday, 19 April 2013
Google’s One Today App Aims To Make Charitable Donations A More Social, And Frequent, Experience | TechCrunch
Google’s One Today App Aims To Make Charitable Donations A More Social, And Frequent, Experience | TechCrunch: Today, Google quietly ushered in a new application built on top of its nonprofit arm, Google.org. The app is called One Today, and it’s currently invite only for Android users at this time. The aim is to get people to donate $1 to different organizations, while getting the complete information about how your donation will be used up front. This is a huge stumbling block for nonprofits usually, as people are afraid that their money won’t actually get spent on making a real difference. One Today aims to change that.
New analytics technologies transforming the face of fundraising | TMA Resources
New analytics technologies transforming the face of fundraising | TMA Resources: One example of an association that was able to leverage technology effectively is the Childs i Foundation. According to The Guardian, the agency has focused on social media to build a strong and highly active online community to raise more money for child abandonment in Uganda. The source revealed that more than one quarter of the Childs i Foundation's funds are produced through these efforts. In fact, the foundation utilized its international digital supporter community to raise $15,298 in just 38 hours.
Thursday, 18 April 2013
Brooklyn Museum: Community: bloggers@brooklynmuseum � Join us at #table17
Brooklyn Museum: Community: bloggers@brooklynmuseum � Join us at #table17: Man is working with Barry Hoggard to help bring the table to life and we couldn’t be more excited to see it materialize both online and in the building on April 24. Follow @brooklynmuseum on Twitter and Instagram to join us at #table17.
Brooklyn Museum: Community: bloggers@brooklynmuseum � Join us at #table17
Brooklyn Museum: Community: bloggers@brooklynmuseum � Join us at #table17: Starting Friday, Brooklyn-based artist Man Bartlett will take over these two feeds and create a project that speaks to how everyone can bring something to the table. In his own words:
The People’s Table is a virtual collection of images submitted by people around the world in response to the question, “What do you bring to the table?” It is meant to act as a reminder of the multitude of ways that people attribute value to objects and ideas in culture, while simultaneously offering access without regard to significant financial or societal limitations. Anyone with access to an Internet connection can bring themselves, and their vision to the table. Additionally, this collection will be projected for the guests of the 2013 BK Ball, where they will be invited to participate as well.
The People’s Table is a virtual collection of images submitted by people around the world in response to the question, “What do you bring to the table?” It is meant to act as a reminder of the multitude of ways that people attribute value to objects and ideas in culture, while simultaneously offering access without regard to significant financial or societal limitations. Anyone with access to an Internet connection can bring themselves, and their vision to the table. Additionally, this collection will be projected for the guests of the 2013 BK Ball, where they will be invited to participate as well.
Tuesday, 16 April 2013
Are you really social? | Agents of Good
Are you really social? | Agents of Good: Are you really social?
You are here: Home � Are you really social?
There are a few topics that come up over and over again in boardroom meetings, conferences, lunches and drinks that just hit all my #armwavy buttons.
One is: SOCIAL MEDIA (queue up the scary music…)
How do we “DO” the social media? Everyone wants to know.
You are here: Home � Are you really social?
There are a few topics that come up over and over again in boardroom meetings, conferences, lunches and drinks that just hit all my #armwavy buttons.
One is: SOCIAL MEDIA (queue up the scary music…)
How do we “DO” the social media? Everyone wants to know.
Boston Marathon explosion charity scam started by fake Twitter accounts
Boston Marathon explosion charity scam started by fake Twitter accounts: Twitter can be an amazing tool in the wake of a tragedy. However, it can also be used by amazing tools, like the guy who created a fake Boston Marathon twitter promising to donate $1 for Boston Marathon victims for every retweet.
Monday, 15 April 2013
Watsi, a Crowdfunding Site, Offers Help With Medical Care - NYTimes.com
Watsi, a Crowdfunding Site, Offers Help With Medical Care - NYTimes.com: Over the next several months, he devoted his free time to creating a business plan for an online start-up that he named after the town where he got the idea. Watsi, which started last August, lets people donate as little as $5 toward low-cost, high-impact medical treatment for patients in third-world countries.
2013 NTC: How 2 Nonprofits Utilize Social-Media Data, Part 1 : FundRaising Success
2013 NTC: How 2 Nonprofits Utilize Social-Media Data, Part 1 : FundRaising Success: At NTEN'sOpens in a new window 2013 Nonprofit Technology ConferenceOpens in a new window Thursday, four fundraising professionals discussed social data and what nonprofits should do with it, including how the National Wildlife FederationOpens in a new window (NWF) and CAREOpens in a new window leverage their social data. Here is what Casey GoldenOpens in a new window, CEO of Small ActOpens in a new window; Mark DavisOpens in a new window, director of technical solutions at BlackbaudOpens in a new window; Danielle BrigidaOpens in a new window, senior manager of social strategy and integration at NWF; and Ken BessOpens in a new window, manager of Web development at CARE, shared during their session, "We Heart Social Data: But What Do We Do With It?"
Thursday, 11 April 2013
Blackbaud Ranks Most Generous Online U.S. Cities for 2012 | Blackbaud News
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Blackbaud Ranks Most Generous Online U.S. Cities for 2012 | Blackbaud News: Blackbaud Ranks Most Generous Online U.S. Cities for 2012
Posted on April 11, 2013 by Melanie Mathos
Seattle again earns top spot for 2012
Charleston, S.C. (April 11, 2013) — When it comes to charitable giving, some U.S. cities consistently rise to the top in their adoption of digital giving channels. Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) today released its fifth annual ranking of the Most Generous Online U.S. Cities based on 2012 online giving data from Blackbaud customers.
Wednesday, 10 April 2013
Google Adds Non-Profit Information To Knowledge Graph, Gives Them A Boost With Google Follow Buttons | TechCrunch
Google Adds Non-Profit Information To Knowledge Graph, Gives Them A Boost With Google Follow Buttons | TechCrunch: Today, Google announced that it’s now filling up its Knowledge Graph with information about nonprofits, which will help people find the organization they’d like to check out and potentially donate to.
In its announcement, Google said that this is still in its early rollout phase, with more information being added all the time:
In its announcement, Google said that this is still in its early rollout phase, with more information being added all the time:
Ten Tweets You Might Have Missed (and Need to Know) (April 9, 2013) - Resource Center - AFP
Ten Tweets You Might Have Missed (and Need to Know) (April 9, 2013) - Resource Center - AFP: There are so many tweets on Twitter that you’re bound to have missed some of it, especially through the AFP International Conference on Fundraising. Here are some of the top tweets from speakers at the conference that will help to inspire and further your fundraising career!
Tuesday, 9 April 2013
Introducing the Community Director
Introducing the Community Director: Recently, Ogilvy outlined the ways in which organizations are primed to accept the role of community director. The community director, as they see it, helps set strategies, expedites inquiries, and help incorporate the brand’s voice into other parts of the company.
Companies with a mission mix profits, charity - KansasCity.com
Companies with a mission mix profits, charity - KansasCity.com: Or so says Dale Knoop, co-founder of RAZ Mobile, an Overland Park startup that just launched a new smart phone app that he believes will revolutionize how churches, charities and other non profit organizations raise funds. Smart phone apps are cheaper and more versatile than texting a pledge to a charity, he contends
Donor-Advised-Fund Tool Sends Gifts Directly to Charities - Online Fundraising - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
Donor-Advised-Fund Tool Sends Gifts Directly to Charities - Online Fundraising - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: Donor-Advised-Fund Tool Sends Gifts Directly to Charities
By Holly Hall
Charities can now make it easier for donors to make gifts from donor-advised funds by using a simple application on the nonprofits’ Web site.
Donor-advised funds allow people to establish a charitable account, get an immediate tax deduction, and help decide later which charities receive grants. Until now, donors have had to go through the fund to make a gift, and none of the funds have allowed charities to communicate directly with their account holders.
But using this application, or “widget,” donors can give directly to the charity.
By Holly Hall
Charities can now make it easier for donors to make gifts from donor-advised funds by using a simple application on the nonprofits’ Web site.
Donor-advised funds allow people to establish a charitable account, get an immediate tax deduction, and help decide later which charities receive grants. Until now, donors have had to go through the fund to make a gift, and none of the funds have allowed charities to communicate directly with their account holders.
But using this application, or “widget,” donors can give directly to the charity.
Vine Becomes Number One App In U.S. App Store | Fast Company | Business Innovation
Vine Becomes Number One App In U.S. App Store | Fast Company | Business Innovation: Vine, Twitter's six-second video app is at the top of the App Store download chart in the U.S. The news was announced on Twitter by Vine's creative director, Rus Yusupov, with a screenshot (but no backslap-fist pump video offering, sadly.) The six-month-old service also takes the top spot in Canada and Sweden's App Stores.
Friday, 5 April 2013
The “Peace Corps for Geeks” Delivers Tech Solutions to Urban Problems - NPQ - Nonprofit Quarterly
The “Peace Corps for Geeks” Delivers Tech Solutions to Urban Problems - NPQ - Nonprofit Quarterly: Calling itself “the Peace Corps for Geeks,” the San Francisco–based nonprofit Code for America (CFA) is on a mission to help city government work better through technology. Since it was founded four years ago, the organization has set up a fellowship program and is sending teams of developers, activists, and policy planners to cities requesting their help.
As CFA proclaims on its website: “Code for America is a … new kind of organization. Our team is made up of web geeks, city experts, and technology industry leaders. We are building a network of civic leaders and organizations who believe there is a better way of doing things and want to make a difference.”
As CFA proclaims on its website: “Code for America is a … new kind of organization. Our team is made up of web geeks, city experts, and technology industry leaders. We are building a network of civic leaders and organizations who believe there is a better way of doing things and want to make a difference.”
Thursday, 4 April 2013
Nonprofit Industry News Article Detail | Sage Nonprofit Solutions
Nonprofit Industry News Article Detail | Sage Nonprofit Solutions: Nonprofit emails not as popular as before
Twestival relaunches, using social media to raise money for global charities all year long - The Next Web
Twestival relaunches, using social media to raise money for global charities all year long - The Next Web: But what if you could take the idea and go bigger? It’s with this in mind that Twestival is relaunching today with a new approach to fundraising for over 300 events.
As of today, people around the world are invited to submit bids to run a Twestival in their area. Thus far over 50 cities around the world have already signed up to organize an event. Founder Amanda Rose tells us that the 300 number is what she’s forecasting based on interest that Twestival has received thus far.
As of today, people around the world are invited to submit bids to run a Twestival in their area. Thus far over 50 cities around the world have already signed up to organize an event. Founder Amanda Rose tells us that the 300 number is what she’s forecasting based on interest that Twestival has received thus far.
Wednesday, 3 April 2013
The Permanent Disruption of Social Media | Stanford Social Innovation Review
The Permanent Disruption of Social Media | Stanford Social Innovation Review: Spending an entire workday on Facebook isn’t part of a typical nonprofit employee’s job description. There are programs to run, decisions to make, funds to raise—all higher priorities than the online world of status updates, tweets, pins, and check-ins.
But for one day last fall, all of the people who work at For Love of Children (FLOC) spent all of their time on Facebook. At the end of the day, the organization was nearly $114,000 wealthier. As a participant in Give to the Max Day: Greater Washington, FLOC rallied its supporters to donate $87,000 during the one-day competition, earning it additional prize money from contest organizers for having raised the most donations. For FLOC, Give to the Max Day provided more than just much needed funds. It brought an influx of new donors—many of whom were first introduced to the organization by their friends using social media.
But for one day last fall, all of the people who work at For Love of Children (FLOC) spent all of their time on Facebook. At the end of the day, the organization was nearly $114,000 wealthier. As a participant in Give to the Max Day: Greater Washington, FLOC rallied its supporters to donate $87,000 during the one-day competition, earning it additional prize money from contest organizers for having raised the most donations. For FLOC, Give to the Max Day provided more than just much needed funds. It brought an influx of new donors—many of whom were first introduced to the organization by their friends using social media.
The Tightrope of Social Media Sharing for Nonprofits
The Tightrope of Social Media Sharing for Nonprofits: Social media is all about sharing. But, as many organizations have discovered, the line between undersharing and oversharing is a precarious one.
Tuesday, 2 April 2013
Seven Steps to Getting Started with Google - Resource Center - AFP
Seven Steps to Getting Started with Google - Resource Center - AFP: Two months ago Marc Pitman shared WHY your nonprofit needed to be on Google : http://www.afpnet.org/ResourceCenter/ArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=14804. Now that you [hopefully] are, he’s back to provide an update on why, and next steps on how to use it to your nonprofit’s advantage!
Fundraising Via Mobile Apps Can Still Be A Challenge | The NonProfit Times
Fundraising Via Mobile Apps Can Still Be A Challenge | The NonProfit Times: There’s an app for almost everything, even in fundraising. With mobile devices reaching near-ubiquity, donors want to use their smartphones or tablets to give to their favorite charities. Some nonprofits are optimizing their websites to make it easier for mobile users to donate, others are experimenting with text-to-give programs.
But with so many people downloading mobile applications, or apps, to their mobile devices, it makes sense to consider the types of apps available to help with fundraising.
But with so many people downloading mobile applications, or apps, to their mobile devices, it makes sense to consider the types of apps available to help with fundraising.
Monday, 1 April 2013
6 Tips for Successful Mobile Video Assignments in the Classroom - ProfHacker - The Chronicle of Higher Education
6 Tips for Successful Mobile Video Assignments in the Classroom - ProfHacker - The Chronicle of Higher Education: However, in the three years I’ve been teaching mobile video in a course titled “Information 3.0,” even those students who initially say they are very familiar with video later admit that they learned a lot from repeated practice and application of video production skills. In other words, shooting and uploading video to YouTube alone does not a videographer make, at least not in my class of sixty undergraduates who come from any major on campus.
BLACKBAUD INDEX: Fundraising & Online Giving Trends
More tech for Pittsburgh's nonprofits through volunteers - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
More tech for Pittsburgh's nonprofits through volunteers - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: That's why Hands on Tech -- a program developed through a partnership of the volunteer organization Hands on Network, AmeriCorps VISTA and Google -- is working to help connect technology experts with organizations that need them most.