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New Infographics Resource From Idealware
Wild Apricot
MAY 15, 2013
Here''s an overview of a new resource from Idealware that can help you understand when and how to use infographics. infographic'
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Idealware Publishes 2010 Field Guide to Software for Nonprofits
Wild Apricot
JANUARY 28, 2010
What types of software can make your organization more effective and efficient? It can be tough even to know what's out there, let alone to decide what you need. Good news: Idealware.org has just released a software guide that's specifically for nonprofits.( read more ).
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Nonprofit Social Media Decision Guide 2013
Wild Apricot
OCTOBER 21, 2013
Idealware''s updated Nonprofit Social Media Decision Guide 2013 is a great new (free) resource for non-profits looking for social media guidance. social media'
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Associations Now
APRIL 18, 2019
— idealware (@idealware) April 17, 2019. Tech Tweaks to Improve the Member Experience. Here's a recent article from @Adweek on ways that nonprofits can connect with donors through emerging tech: [link]. Yes, data from technology solutions can improve the member experience.
Association Brain Food Weekly: 5.30.16
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MAY 27, 2016
Host: Idealware. Presenter: Chris Tuttle, Trainer, Idealware. People love infographics—but should your nonprofit love them enough to create them? Join us as we discuss the role infographics play in a healthy communications mix. Info/register. Thu 6/2 at 1 p.m. – Demystifying Millennial Donors.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 3.30.18
Reid All About it
MARCH 30, 2018
Hear about the findings from the new Idealware research report, Selecting Financial Management Software For Your Nonprofit. Host: Idealware. Chris Bernard, Research and Editorial Editor, Idealware. . – Selecting Accounting and Financial Management Software for Your Nonprofit. More info/register. Thu 4/5 at 2 p.m.
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Nonprofit Social Media Policy Workbook
Wild Apricot
MAY 14, 2012
If you need to develop a social media policy, here's an overview of a great workbook and social media policy template from Idealware.
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Crowdsourcing For Your Nonprofit
Wild Apricot
SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
Here's an overview of a new Idealware article on Crowdsourcing - now available in our Membership Knowledge Hub.
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Wild Apricot
JUNE 13, 2011
Idealware surveyed over 500 non-profits and offers insight into their success with Facebook in their new report: Using Facebook to Meet Your Mission: Results of a Survey.( How effective is Facebook for non-profits? read more ).
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 12.6.19
Reid All About it
DECEMBER 6, 2019
Host: Idealware. Presenter: Colin Murphy, Idealware. How do you judge when a tool really is low cost, as opposed to one that will end up costing you time and effort? We’ll walk through the latest free and low-cost tools, software, and services that are worth knowing about. More info/register. Tue 12/10 at 1 p.m. –
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 3.21.16
Reid All About it
MARCH 18, 2016
Host: Idealware. Presenter: Laura Quinn, Director of Partnerships and Knowledge, Idealware. Get practical tips on how to incorporate data into your current decision-making processes and encourage staff to factor data into their everyday work. Thu 3/24 at 2 p.m. –
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Free Non-profit Reports and Resources
Wild Apricot
APRIL 5, 2011
This post offers an overview of NTEN's eNon-profits Benchmark Study and 2011 Social Benchmarks Report and Idealware's Donor Management System Workbook.( Here is a round-up of recently released reports and resources available free of charge that might be of interest to non-profit and membership organizations. read more ).
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 12.21.18
Reid All About it
DECEMBER 21, 2018
Host: Idealware. Our panel of experts will each share their take on emerging technologies and examples of how nonprofits of all sizes are using them. Learn which trends deserve your attention and which ones can be safely ignored. More info/register. Presenters: Ambika Samarthya-Howard (moderator), Head of Communications at Praekelt.org.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 3.14.16
Reid All About it
MARCH 11, 2016
Host: Idealware and NeonCRM. Presenters: Karen Graham (moderator), Executive Director, Idealware. Learn how to decide whether you need a new system, what an effective selection process looks like, and the main points of differentiation among available systems. Robert Weiner, Robert L. Weiner Consulting. Eric Leland, Five Paths.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 1.4.19
Reid All About it
JANUARY 4, 2019
Host: Idealware. Our panel of experts will each share their take on emerging technologies and examples of how nonprofits of all sizes are using them. Learn which trends deserve your attention and which ones can be safely ignored. More info/register. Presenters: Ambika Samarthya-Howard (moderator), Head of Communications at Praekelt.org.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 12.2.16
Reid All About it
DECEMBER 2, 2016
Hosts: Idealware. Presenters: Karen Graham, executive director, Idealware. More info/register. Heather Martin, chief operating officer, Interfaith Family. Thu 12/8 at 2 p.m. Secrets to Hybrid Conference Success: How to Pay For, Produce, and Promote an Online Conference.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 7.11.16
Reid All About it
JULY 8, 2016
Host: Idealware. Presenter: Lindsay Bealko, Expert Trainer, Idealware. A well-designed post-webinar survey can provide valuable feedback that you can use to incrementally improve your online presentations. Learn what questions to ask in a survey and how to structure those questions to get insightful, actionable feedback.
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New Guide Helps Non-Profits Choose Donor Management System
Wild Apricot
MAY 4, 2009
If your organization is in the market for new donor management or fundraising software, Idealware has just released a new (free) research report you may want to check out: The Consumer’s Guide to Low Cost Donor Management Systems is an impressive 48-page document that compares the specific features of 33 different donor management systems.(
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Reid All About it
JANUARY 26, 2018
Host: Idealware. Eric Leland (Moderator), Partner, Five Paths, Idealware Expert Trainer. In this look at tech trends, our panelists will tackle these topics and answer audience questions while focusing on what’s worth our attention and what practical steps we can take to prepare for the future. More info/register. Thu 2/1 at 2 p.m.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 8.15.16
Reid All About it
AUGUST 12, 2016
Host: Idealware. By the end of the hour, you’ll have the skills you need to confidently pursue the technology projects that make sense for your organization, constituents, and donors. More info/register. Presenter: Eric Leland, Founder, FivePaths. Wed 8/17 at 2 p.m. – 5 Ways to Build Your Brand on Social Media.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 4.11.16
Reid All About it
APRIL 8, 2016
Host: Idealware. Are users with other disabilities equally able to view and interact with your content? If you’re not sure, this session can help you make your website a place everyone can gain access to your valuable content. Speaker: Chris Tuttle, Tuttle Communications. Save the date, it’s coming soon (can’t wait!):
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 12.2.16
Reid All About it
DECEMBER 2, 2016
Hosts: Idealware. Presenters: Karen Graham, executive director, Idealware. More info/register. Heather Martin, chief operating officer, Interfaith Family. Thu 12/8 at 2 p.m. Secrets to Hybrid Conference Success: How to Pay For, Produce, and Promote an Online Conference.
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Reid All About it
NOVEMBER 24, 2017
Host: Idealware. Presenter: Eric Leland, Idealware Expert Trainer. Hear about a data maturity model—the five stages for developing a successful approach to data—so you identify where your nonprofit is currently on the data spectrum and how to move up to the next level. More info/register. Thu 11/30 at 1 p.m.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 4.11.16
Reid All About it
APRIL 8, 2016
Host: Idealware. Are users with other disabilities equally able to view and interact with your content? If you’re not sure, this session can help you make your website a place everyone can gain access to your valuable content. Speaker: Chris Tuttle, Tuttle Communications. F ri 4/15 at 12:15 p.m.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 6.23.17
Reid All About it
JUNE 23, 2017
Host: Idealware. Presenter: Laura Quinn, founder, Idealware. Get the knowledge you need to create visuals that convince donors, supporters, and your teammates that your work is worth investing in. Duration: 1 hour. More info/register. Tue 6/27 at 12:30 p.m.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 5.15.20
Reid All About it
MAY 15, 2020
Host: Idealware. Host: Idealware. . – Online Survey Tools and Techniques. Learn about the tools and best practices for designing a reputable online survey, recruiting participants, and analyzing the data. More info/register. Presenter: Julia Vallera, Technology and Instructional Design Consultant. Tue 5/19 at 2 p.m. More info/register.
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Reid All About it
APRIL 29, 2016
Host: Idealware. . – 25 Free and Low-Cost Tools for Nonprofits . Learn about free and low-cost tools ranging from photo editing and design apps to time management and collaboration tools. More information. Speaker: Joshua Peskay, Vice President, RoundTable Technology. Wed 5/4 at 1:00 p.m. Recruitment Jam.
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Reid All About it
APRIL 29, 2016
Host: Idealware. . – 25 Free and Low-Cost Tools for Nonprofits . Learn about free and low-cost tools ranging from photo editing and design apps to time management and collaboration tools. More information. Speaker: Joshua Peskay, Vice President, RoundTable Technology. Wed 5/4 at 1:00 p.m. Recruitment Jam.
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Reid All About it
DECEMBER 16, 2016
Host: Idealware. Learn about existing and emerging threats, the risks they pose to your nonprofit and the people you serve, and the practical steps you can take to help protect against them. More info/register. Presenter: Cheryl Contee, Fission Strategy. Tue 12/20 at 2 p.m. – The Apps of a Leader (Association Chat).
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 9.2.16
Reid All About it
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
Presenter: Karen Graham, Executive Director, Idealware. You’ll get tips and best practices that nonprofits across the country have used to turn their staff into proficient and enthusiastic users of their software systems. More info/register. Host: Netsuite. all times are Eastern Daylight Saving Time. Tue 9/6 at 2 p.m. 47% of jobs in the U.S.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 5.3.19
Reid All About it
MAY 3, 2019
Host: Idealware. We’ll cover the principles of good storytelling, look at examples and research about what’s working for nonprofits, and then discuss the tools that can help you put them online. More info/register. Presenter: Maureen Wallbeoff, Founder MeetMaureen.com. Thu 5/9 at 2 p.m. Leverage Data to Drive Member Engagement.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 12.16.16
Reid All About it
DECEMBER 16, 2016
Host: Idealware. Learn about existing and emerging threats, the risks they pose to your nonprofit and the people you serve, and the practical steps you can take to help protect against them. More info/register. Presenter: Cheryl Contee, Fission Strategy. Tue 12/20 at 2 p.m. – The Apps of a Leader (Association Chat).
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Reads of the Week: March 22, 2013
Reid All About it
MARCH 22, 2013
CAN-SPAM basics (Tyler Cummins, Idealware). Barry Schwartz at Search Engine Land provides a one-page cheat sheet from Google with three steps to optimizing your website. Bookmarkable. Pew Internet Tip Sheets: Highlights of the Project’s Research. Kevin Smith, Business Insider). Wise advice from C.C. Chapman.
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Reid All About it
JULY 28, 2017
Host: Idealware. Find out how to kick off the process, decide what to say and not to say, handle positive and negative comments, maintain privacy, understand copyright and authorship, figure out the blurring of personal and professional spaces, and get everyone to adopt the policy. Duration: 1 hour. More info/register. Thu 8/3 at 1 p.m. –
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 6.14.19
Reid All About it
JUNE 14, 2019
Host: Idealware. Learn about the benefits of using infographics to visualize your data, the resources available to create them, and what types of organization goals they can aid. More info/register. Presenter: Laura Quinn. Mon 6/24 at 2 p.m. – 3 New Strategies to Boost Your Member Onboarding, Engagement, and Retention.
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Reid All About it
SEPTEMBER 9, 2016
Host: Idealware. Learn about the outreach opportunities available via social media and the actions you can take right now to improve your organization’s reach. More info/register. Presenter: Chris Tuttle, Tuttle Communications. Thu 9/15 at 2 p.m. – How to Track Member Engagement (In Only 10 Minutes a Day).
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 2.8.19
Reid All About it
FEBRUARY 8, 2019
Host: Idealware. Hear about the wide range of software on the marketplace to get a better sense of what these systems are capable of, what they cost, and how effective they are for nonprofits. Learn how various types of tools are used to manage projects, and how to choose the software that works best for your organization. More info/register.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 10.21.16
Reid All About it
OCTOBER 21, 2016
Presenters: Karen Graham, Executive Director, Idealware. The technology planning process can be overwhelming, especially if you don’t have a technical background. Learn how your organization can take the first steps to building a technology plan. More info/register. Host: TechSoup. Ann Puckett, IT Manager, Grand Rapids Community Foundation.
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Next Generation Evaluation: Embracing Complexity, Connectivity, and Change
Beth Kanter
SEPTEMBER 25, 2013
Luckily, Idealware has just published a useful guide cover the practical resources and technology tools for collecting, tracking, and reporting on program data. You can download a copy of this free guide (sign up required) on the Idealware site. What lies beneath the big ideas that will be discussed at Next Generation Evaluation?
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 04.19.19
Reid All About it
APRIL 19, 2019
Host: Idealware. Find out about the differences between peer-to-peer vs. broadcast mobile platforms, mobile best practices, growth strategies and how both types of mobile (SMS) can be used effectively by your organization. More info/register. Presenter: Sandi Fox, founder of Smart As A Fox LLC. Thu 4/25 at 2 p.m.
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Bridging the Data Disconnect Between Nonprofits and Their Funders
Beth Kanter
FEBRUARY 7, 2013
This finding is also different from another study that looked at how nonprofits were using data conducted by NTEN and Idealware, that found that while many nonprofits were collecting data, they were not using it for decision-making and improvement. The sample in the NTEN/Idealware study is larger and broader than the CEP study.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 2.10.17
Reid All About it
FEBRUARY 10, 2017
Presenter: Karen Graham, executive director, Idealware. This technology audit overview will provide you with the foundation to spot, identify, and document what hardware your organization uses and useful tips on next steps to complete a full assessment of your IT infrastructure. More info/register. Host: TechSoup. Thu 2/16 at 2 p.m.
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Association Brain Food Weekly: 2.10.17
Reid All About it
FEBRUARY 10, 2017
Presenter: Karen Graham, executive director, Idealware. This technology audit overview will provide you with the foundation to spot, identify, and document what hardware your organization uses and useful tips on next steps to complete a full assessment of your IT infrastructure. More info/register. Host: TechSoup. Thu 2/16 at 2 p.m.
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Beth Kanter
NOVEMBER 5, 2012
This week Idealware released the much-anticipated 2012 edition of our free Consumers Guide to Low-Cost Nonprofit Management Systems. Laura Quinn is executive director of Idealware, a nonprofit that provides thoroughly researched, impartial and accessible resources about software to help others nonprofits make smart decisions.
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