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Facebook Reach Increases for Non-profits

Wednesday, 20 June 2012
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According to a new report, non-profits experienced a 70% increase in Facebook fans. The numbers show that Facebook is an important tool for non-profits to use in reaching potential donors and supporters. 
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Silicon Valley Lags Behind in Giving

Wednesday, 20 June 2012
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A new survey shows only 2 of the twenty most generous donors came from the technology world, reports Business Insider. Historically, Silicon Valley underperforms in charitable giving.
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Blackbaud Buys Convio

Thursday, 14 June 2012
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Convio, a provider of on-demand constituent engagement solutions has been acquired by Blackbaud, reports the Philanthropy Journal.
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Donors Prefer Web Over Apps

Thursday, 14 June 2012
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Young donors, reports The Chronicle of Philanthropy, prefer to view websites on a smartphone versus downloading an app.
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Changing How Nonprofits Process Donations

Thursday, 14 June 2012
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According to the Non-profit Times, non-profits are taking advantage of the cloud to speed up and refine how they process gifts and donations.
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Displaying Non-profit Websites Better

Friday, 08 June 2012
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Responsive design, reports the Chronicle of Philanthropy, helps non-profit websites display better on mobile devices.
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NBC Foundation Gives 1.2 Million to Local Charities

Friday, 08 June 2012
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The 21st Century Solutions initiative, reports Broadcasting & Cable, will give $1.2 million in grants to local nonprofits. The initiative a partnership between the NBCUniversal Foundation and NBC Owned Television Stations and will fund charities in 10 communities.
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Social Media Use on the Rise Among Non-Profits

Friday, 01 June 2012
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Use of social media by non-profits is growing, reports Philanthropy Journal. A recent survey of 3,500 non-profits showed over 98% of the responders used Facebook to interact with donors.
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FIRST Tech Gets Grant

Friday, 01 June 2012
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Alcoa Foundation has awarded FIRST Tech Challenge a $250,000 grant, reports Yahoo Finance. The grant will help promote team growth over the next three years.
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Human Rights Showcased on New YouTube Channel

Friday, 01 June 2012
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According to the Chronicle of Philanthropy, a new channel launched by YouTube will focus on human rights. The channel will feature videos by citizen journalists and activists that expose human rights violations around the world. 
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