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Archives : August 2011

31 August 2011

Can Small Non-profits Succeed with Cause Marketing?

We asked Joe Waters (Cause Marketing for Dummies) to offer up some advice to small non-profits on how they can partner with business for mutual profit. (read more)
Posted Wednesday, 31 August 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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- cause marketing,
- Non-profits
29 August 2011

Top Links on Association Jam for August 2011

Here are the top-rated posts on AssociationJam.org for the month of August. This month, the most popular posts were in the Leadership, Fundraising and Social Media categories. (read more)
Posted Monday, 29 August 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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26 August 2011

Online Giving Update

Here is a brief look at the highlights from Network for Good's recently released Q1 & Q2 2011 Update to their Online Giving Index. (read more)
Posted Friday, 26 August 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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- Fundraising,
- online donations
25 August 2011

Apricot Chat: Using YouTube For Wild Apricot Support

Did you know? Our support team regularly prepares videos to further assist in explaining some of the most common questions asked by Wild Apricot users, which we upload to our YouTube channel! (read more)
Posted Thursday, 25 August 2011 at 9:45 AM by Lenna Titizian [Dancing Apricot] | 0 comments
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25 August 2011

Wild Apricot Software News - August 2011

Initial screenshots from 2012's Version 5.0 are ready to be shared! Significant changes to our CMS are coming, and we're ready to show off some of our progress. (read more)
Posted Thursday, 25 August 2011 at 9:30 AM by Dmitriy Buterin [Chief Apricot] | 0 comments
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- Wild Apricot,
- news
22 August 2011

Tips for Managing Your Board Development and Your Expectations

Are you tapping your Board's full potential? Here are some thoughts on the value of board development and resources to help you with your planning process for your year ahead. (read more)
Posted Monday, 22 August 2011 at 8:30 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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19 August 2011

Free Non-profit Webinars for September 2011

There are over 23 free non-profit webinars in our round-up for September. You'll find webinars on cause marketing, fundraising, volunteer management, social media, constituent engagement and much more. (read more)
Posted Friday, 19 August 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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17 August 2011

Great Summer Reading: Cause Marketing for Dummies

Cause Marketing For Dummies is a great new book that's full of information and examples for organizations that want to take advantage of partnerships between companies and causes. (read more)
Posted Wednesday, 17 August 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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16 August 2011

Want some help with event management?

If you're a Wild Apricot user wanting to know more about how to manage events, join us for our webinar coming up on August 30. (read more)
Posted Tuesday, 16 August 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lenna Titizian [Dancing Apricot] | 2 comments
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15 August 2011

8.1 Billion Volunteer Hours Served!

The recently released "Volunteering in America 2011" reports that Americans served close to 8.1 billion volunteer hours in 2010. Here is an overview of the report's findings and a link to its powerful infographic. (read more)
Posted Monday, 15 August 2011 at 8:30 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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- research,
- Volunteers
12 August 2011

Harnessing Brainpower Through "Donate Your Brain"

Donate Your Brain - TechSoup's new micro-volunteering initiative - offers non-profits and other mission-based organizations quick answers and suggestions for their Internet, software, and other tech needs. (read more)
Posted Friday, 12 August 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 2 comments
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- Non-profit technology,
- Micro-volunteering
10 August 2011

Raising Awareness by Celebrating Milestones

Non-profits and membership organizations should mark significant milestones and leverage these celebrations to raise awareness, attract new members, volunteers or supporters and promote your organization’s mission. (read more)
Posted Wednesday, 10 August 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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08 August 2011

Fundraising Might Be Hazardous to Your Health

Last week I heard about a potential occupational hazard that can afflict non-profit fundraisers: Vicarious Trauma. It reminded me of how important it is to maintain balance between helping others and taking care of ourselves. (read more)
Posted Monday, 08 August 2011 at 9:30 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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05 August 2011

Not Your Usual Summer Camp

Did you know you coud go to camp and get pro bono IT development help for your non-profit? GiveCamp makes this possible for many US organizations. (read more)
Posted Friday, 05 August 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 2 comments
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- Non-profit technology
03 August 2011

Using Video to Engage Members and Supporters

A Pew Report found that "71% of online Americans use video-sharing sites such as YouTube and Vimeo." Is it time your organization considered video? (read more)
Posted Wednesday, 03 August 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 2 comments
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