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Non-Profits & Web 2.0: Notes From The Real World

Social networking and non-profits is something I'm very interested in. I think it has so much potential to share information and open up new avenues for debate and advocacy. I found this piece very interesting:

Web 2.0 and social media tools offer many possibilities for non-profits to raise awareness of their work, connect with potential (younger) donors, raise money, find volunteers, and other tangible benefits. There are challenges to adoption, but as a staff member from a Cambodian NGO said to me: "We just have to be creative." It's a matter of low risk experimentation and personal learning in order to reap powerful benefits.

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Get inspired with these beautiful NGO websites

Take a look at these creative websites designed for a variety of non-profit organisations.

http://vandelaydesign.com/blog/galleries/best-non-profit-websites/

 

Discounted Software for South African non-profits

Did you know that non-profits can qualify for substantially discounted software via Sangonet? It's a great resource and can save your organisation thousands of rands.

"The SANGOTeCH online technology donation and discount portal is a partnership between SANGONeT and TechSoup, the San Francisco-based nonprofit technology capacity building organisation, that links technology donations and the South African NGO sector.

The SANGOTeCH programme will assist NGOs in two key ways: by providing software for a very low fee and also by assisting NGOs to make the most of their ICT purchases and infrastructure."

More on the SANGOTeCH website

 

 

Is it worth trying to raise money through my NGO website?

I often get asked if it's worth trying to raise money by soliciting online donations. In my experience, few people will donate money to your cause simply because you have a "donate" button on your website. However, if combined with an effective fundraising strategy and campaign, it can be very effective. Giving people a clear idea of where the funds will be used also encourages them to donate.

Firstly, it may be worth registering with Greater Good SA who can offer more exposure to your cause.

TechSoup has a good article about things to consider when getting started with online fundraising:
 
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