Issue 15.35 - August 30, 2010
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This week we have our eye on technology, starting with our cover story highlighting the different challenges faced by nonprofits when it comes to incorporating new technology. In the research section, Annette Balgord provides specific tips on how to improve your online fundraising and in her article on fundraising, Jen Love gives some important advice on thinking about your donors and how to leverage social media. Our Spotlight this month highlights the work of the YWCA of Canada, which just launched the Safety Siren, a new iPhone App geared toward young women. Finally, in our 15th anniversary Canadian Changemakers series, we feature Robert O'Brien, founder of the environmental organization Ocean Net, based in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Help us celebrate our 15th birthday!
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In celebration of our 15th birthday, we've been publishing special articles honouring Canadian Changemakers — people who are making real changes to Canadian society through their work in the nonprofit sector. Last week, we featured Win Wahrer from the Association in Defence of the Wrongly Convicted. This week, we feature Robert O'Brien, founder of Ocean Net. [Read more...]
Want to win an iPad? Enter our birthday trivia contest!
To celebrate our 15th birthday, we’re holding a trivia contest and giving away some incredible prizes, including a brand new iPad! Check out our weekly newsletters for trivia questions and email your response to trivia@charityvillage.com. The more questions you get right, the more chances you get to win! For full contest details, rules, and regulations, click here.
The answer to last week's question is: True.
This week's question is: Since 1995, the Courage Brothers’ Polar Bear Dip for World Vision has raised how much money to provide impoverished communities with clean drinking water?
a) $100,000
b) $80,000
c) $175,000
d) $120,000
Know the answer? Email us at trivia@charityvillage.com.
Cover Story: Nonprofit technology issues
When it comes to computers, it can sometimes seem like we can't live with them and we can't live without them. New technologies offer nonprofits a chance to create more efficient workflows, both cutting costs and increasing fundraising success. But these same technologies can also be a financial burden that also sucks up valuable staff time without any real rewards. Find out what the experts have to say about how to choose both software and hardware, and then effectively use them, in this week's cover story. [Read more...]
Spotlight: YWCA Safety Siren
Each month we profile people who are doing important, often groundbreaking work, that has far-reaching impact in our society. This month, we feature the YWCA Canada and their new iPhone App, the Safety Siren. The free App offers users a unique utility siren which can be activated by either pressing the safety button or by shaking an iPhone or iTouch. It also provides Canadian health and safety information geared toward young women. [Read more...]
Newsbytes
Imagine Canada releases latest Sector Monitor report
Toronto-area church has charitable status revoked Government agrees to match Pakistan flood relief as donations roll in
US charity CEOs saw salary increases last year
New report finds Canadian fundraising remains stable this year
CRA Charities Information Sessions now open for registration
Toonie drive raises $300,000 for Alberta Children's Hospital
Marketing executives challenged by social media trends
Arts interns available for nonprofit work in Vancouver
Vancouver diversity awards now open for nominations
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CharityVillage® Campus
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As part of our 15th Anniversary celebration, save 15% on Campus courses purchased between August 24-31!
Use special Promo Code AUG2431 and check out our Anniversary Page for fun trivia, events and prizes.
Sponsor Message
Research and How-to Library
We've added Fifteen ways to improve your online fundraising, in which Annette Balgord offers a list of suggestions to make donating via your website easier and rewarding. [Read more...]
We've added Don't think about your fundraising, in which Jen Love discusses key points to consider when planning your fall fundraising drive. [Read more...]
Online Resources
We've added the Nonprofit Technology News, a great source for technology information and resources for nonprofit executives. In addition to reporting on the latest technology news, the site also reviews software designed for nonprofits and offers technology tips, various white papers, and a software demo section. [Read more...]
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Nonprofit Neighbourhood
Volunteer Cambridge (Local: Cambridge, ON)
Volunteer Cambridge is a service of United Way of Cambridge and North Dumfries and provides volunteer centre services to the community. Its goal is to promote volunteerism and the capacity of the local voluntary sector through recruitment and referral services, learning and organizational development, and recognition opportunities.
Good Companions
(Local: Ottawa, ON)
Good Companions is a not-for-profit organization that offers programs and services in partnership with volunteers, to promote, enhance, and support the well-being, independence, and zest for living of both seniors and of adults with physical disabilities in the Ottawa area.
Grey Bruce Singers (Local: Hanover, ON)
The Grey Bruce Singers are a community, non-audition choir of 70 - 90 men and women ranging in age from teens to seniors. They provide an opportunity for anyone to enjoy a wide variety of choral singing.
Georgian Bay General Hospital Foundation (Local: Midland, ON)
The foundation's main goal is to ensure that Georgian Bay General Hospital has the financial resources necessary to meet annual capital needs. These capital needs include technology advancements; new patient care, medical equipment, and furniture; and major improvements to facilities.
Enspire Foundation (Local: Vancouver, BC)
In line with its mission to empower, educate, and encourage individuals to help themselves and others, Enspire Foundation provides the opportunity for young adults to travel to less developed countries to aid in the building of educational and housing facilities.
Sources of Funding
We've added the Novell Software Donation Program, which aids nonprofit organizations in developing and realizing their visions through the power of technology. Organizations working in education, assisting the homeless and hungry, or celebrating the arts, are encouraged to apply for software donations. [Read more...]
Online Publication
We've added NTEN Connect, the Nonprofit Technology Network's free, monthly newsletter, which is full of resources recommended by leaders in the field of nonprofit technology. The newsletter also contains discussion of the latest technology trends and research. A full archive is available on the site. [Read more...]
Professional Associations
We've added the Canada Chinese Information Technology Association, which is dedicated to serving the IT professionals, not only among the Canadian Chinese community, but also within the international Asian community. ITACC is also a doorway between Canada and China. [Read more...]
Upcoming Events
Volunteer BC - Volunteer Futures Conference
Annual Training Event for Volunteer Leaders
Date: September 24-25, 2010
Location: Four Points by Sheraton Vancouver Airport, Richmond, BC
Cost: Early Bird (by August 31) - $70
Complete details: www.volunteerbc.bc.ca
Be sure to check out all the professional development events happening in your area.
The Career Centre
For new Canadian jobs in the nonprofit sector every single business day, visit the Career Centre at CharityVillage®. We've posted more than 87,000 positions in the sector and you can find all of the current ones here. [Read more...]
Marketplace at CharityVillage®
Find all of your service and supplier needs in the Marketplace at CharityVillage®. Browse or search by keyword through dozens of categories.
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