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February 25, 2008, 03:17
Succeeding online involves the collaborative effort of multiple departments within a nonprofit organization. As a result, since 2007 this blog has focused…
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November 1, 2008, 17:20
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November 1, 2008, 17:26
Public Speaking Contact us if you need a speaker on implementing ePhilanthropy at nonprofit organizations? Past presentations include (in part): How…
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- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  July 10, 2011, 10:07
  For best results in ephilanthropy initiatives, I've always advocated for an active partnership between Communications and Development. Here's more reasons…
- Nonprofit Bridge Moving to WordPress by: Norman Reiss
  October 24, 2008, 10:50
  Although I have moved all posts, previous comments to items posted from January 2007 through October 2008 can be viewed here.
Category: ephilanthropy (94)
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: nhr2000
  February 5, 2012, 08:34
  This week's torrent of news centered around Susan B. Komen's decision to pull funding from Planned Parenthood, the torrent of outrage which eventually caused…
- Blackbaud Will Buy Convio - My Thoughts by: Norman Reiss
  January 21, 2012, 12:41
  Having watched many nonprofit vendors combine over the years, I probably shouldn't be surprised by this week's news that Blackbaud intends to acquire Convio.…
- Have You Seen These Recent 'Top 10' Lists for Nonprofits? by: nhr2000
  January 14, 2012, 08:59
  Apparently, like many of us start off a new year by making resolutions, so should nonprofits. Recently I've noticed many top ten lists, focusing on online…
- More Highlights from 5 Years of Nonprofit Bridge by: Norman Reiss
  January 5, 2012, 17:56
  More blasts from past posts from Nonprofit Bridge: How a nonprofit is organized can greatly impact its online success. From mid-2008, here's Building a…
- Reviewing 5 Years at Nonprofit Bridge by: Norman Reiss
  December 28, 2011, 11:50
  Next month will mark my fifth year since beginning my blog at Nonprofit Bridge. Since my first post on Jan 23, 2007, I've expanded my focus well beyond…
- How To Make Your Nonprofit Multi-Channel by: Norman Reiss
  December 14, 2011, 22:29
  Why is it so difficult for nonprofits to implement a multi-channel communications / fundraising strategy, even though integrated campaigns have been proven to…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  November 8, 2011, 08:47
  If you've been wondering when you can build your nonprofit page on Google+, now's the time. Heather Mansfield offers help on How to Create a Google+ Page For…
- Thoughts on Managing an Online Strategy by: Norman Reiss
  October 17, 2011, 16:51
  I've always felt that many nonprofits' tendency to work in silos gets in the way of having an effective online strategy, and interestingly this was the first…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  October 11, 2011, 17:03
  Most nonprofits are on Facebook now, but fewer are using Twitter well. Read these 24 Twitter best practices, and 8 nonprofit Twitter superstars who especially…
- Getting the Most from Nonprofit Events by: Norman Reiss
  September 18, 2011, 09:55
  Whether in person or online, attending a nonprofit event is a great way to learn from others about the latest strategies in online technology, communications…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  September 12, 2011, 16:50
  Among the many tips offered at Friday's session on Facebook Tactics That Get Results offered by M&R Strategic Services and Nten was the reminder that very…
- 7 Tips to Implement a Successful Fall ePhilanthropy Campaign by: Norman Reiss
  September 5, 2011, 08:27
  Sadly, Labor Day is followed by fall with shorter days and cooler weather. But it also provides an opportunity to reconnect with your constituents, climaxed…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  August 6, 2011, 13:16
  If you missed this week's Social Media for Nonprofits NYC event, you can get a great summary from Big Duck's Farra Trompeter, who presented a great step by…
- Who Will Take Care of You When You're 64? by: Norman Reiss
  July 17, 2011, 09:37
  Although I wasn't lucky enough to see Paul McCartney in concert this weekend at Yankee Stadium, I did see him in Citi Field two years ago. As a lifelong…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  July 10, 2011, 10:07
  For best results in ephilanthropy initiatives, I've always advocated for an active partnership between Communications and Development. Here's more reasons…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  June 5, 2011, 07:49
  Social media expert Beth Kanter summarizes recent studies on how to increase Facebook engagement - it's also a great way to find out what issues your constituen…
- Is your website still relevant? by: Norman Reiss
  May 15, 2011, 15:25
  Not too long ago, the main website was the centerpiece of an nonprofit's communications strategy. This is where your multiple audiences (constituents - both…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  May 8, 2011, 09:34
  When developing a Facebook strategy, remember that your constituents don't just want to hear about your organization. Andrea Barry explains how she adapted…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  April 9, 2011, 08:31
  Most of us are still figuring out what works and what doesn't in social media. For help in developing conversations instead of one-way communications, review…
- Notes from Latest Benchmark Reports by: Norman Reiss
  March 27, 2011, 10:32
  Two major benchmark studies were released at the recent Nonprofit Technology Conference: the e2011 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study (#11NTCbenchmarks) and…
- See you at NTC This Week? by: Norman Reiss
  March 13, 2011, 07:35
  This week I'll be at the 2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference, where a record crowd of nearly 2,000 will discuss how nonprofits can optimize their online…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  March 5, 2011, 09:18
  If you're convinced that integrated fundraising / marketing would help your organization but are finding it a challenge to implement, read these tips from…
- Need Job Description for Integrated Fundraising / Communications Position? by: Norman Reiss
  February 27, 2011, 10:20
  If so, consider these suggestions from Internet Management for Nonprofits, which offers a detailed competency profile for a Manager / Director of Integrated…
- Why You Need to Connect Advocacy with Fundraising by: Norman Reiss
  February 19, 2011, 08:52
  When planning your integrated communications / fundraising calendar, you may offer several opportunities for your constituents to take action on issues your…
- Thoughts for a New Year by: Norman Reiss
  December 31, 2010, 11:54
  If there's ever a good time to get a major snowstorm, it's probably the week between Christmas and New Years, when many of us are either off from work or…
- I Will Join Jewish Funds for Justice in 2011 by: Norman Reiss
  December 24, 2010, 09:14
  I am pleased to announce that I have accepted an offer to join Jewish Funds for Justice to direct their online initiatives and will begin Monday, January 3,…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  December 18, 2010, 09:12
  I've long advocated using web based applications, but are we ready for a cloud operating system? Here's a first look at Google's Chrome OS, planned for…
- Many Great Reports Out This Week by: Norman Reiss
  December 11, 2010, 09:57
  The Online Giving Study from Network for Good and True Sense Marketing offers a comprehensive look of ephilanthropy, covering a 7 year time span and a wide…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  November 12, 2010, 09:03
  Attended an interesting session on email marketing and social media at the All About Email Virtual Conference and Expo yesterday, reviewing how these channels…
- Reasons Why (and Why Not) to Do a Website Redesign by: Norman Reiss
  October 22, 2010, 19:46
  These are not good reasons for a nonprofit to begin a website redesign project You've met a web developer who convinces you that your site is outdated and…
- What Nonprofit Webmasters Talk About by: Norman Reiss
  October 1, 2010, 21:16
  This week I attended the quarterly get together of the Not-for-Profit Webmaster Round Table, chaired by long time leader David Milner. As usual, discussion…
- What I Learned This Week by: Norman Reiss
  September 25, 2010, 08:37
  What's especially nice about the nonprofit community is how generous everyone is in sharing their knowledge. This week I attended the Westchester Chapter…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  September 2, 2010, 07:44
  Social media expert Beth Kanter updated her list of listening, monitoring, engaging and management tools. It's not easy to measure the results of social…
- Getting the Most from Social Media by: Norman Reiss
  August 7, 2010, 08:02
  Attended two events this week on social media, one live and one over the web. Bonnie McEwan of Make Waves presented 'U R What U Tweet: Social Media for…
- Are eNewsletters Still an Effective Communications Tool? by: Norman Reiss
  July 31, 2010, 07:47
  This week I received an especially interesting enewsletter from Nten, the nonprofit technology organization that I've been involved with for many years.…
- How to Succeed Online - Even When You Think You Can't by: Norman Reiss
  July 16, 2010, 10:13
  This week I had the pleasure to be featured on Nten's Facebook page (Thanks, Holly) of responding to some questions on implementing ephilanthropy strategies.…
- Top Books on Nonprofit Marketing and Fundraising by: Norman Reiss
  June 25, 2010, 10:06
  As much as I'm on the web, I'm also a big reader, especially of books in ephilanthropy. Here's some selections from my summer reading list: The Networked…
- Oldies but Goodies about Fundraising and Marketing by: Norman Reiss
  June 11, 2010, 07:39
  When my wife and I moved to a smaller home last year, I was faced with the daunting task of reviewing a batch of papers that I had accumulated over the years,…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  June 5, 2010, 08:08
  Attended this week's NYC chapter meeting of the Internet Strategy Forum, where we discussed the latest changes on Facebook. View the presentation; plan to…
- Highlights from My Twitter Stream by: Norman Reiss
  May 22, 2010, 08:06
  Jocelyn Harmon and Geoff Livingston had an interesting discussion this week on the perennial question, Is It Possible to Raise Money with Social Media? As…
- Notes from NYC Convio User Group Meeting by: Norman Reiss
  February 27, 2010, 09:05
  This week's meeting focused on reviewing nonprofit web sites which were recently redesigned. Since many of us consult mostly with co-workers when developing…
- Norman Reiss Joins Common Knowledge by: Norman Reiss
  February 18, 2010, 07:53
  I am pleased to announce that as of Feb. 22, I will be joining Common Knowledge as Senior Consultant. I've known President / Founder Jeff Patrick for…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  January 30, 2010, 09:14
  When you present, do you get frustrated with attendees who seem to be paying more attention to their phones / computers than to your presentation? In her…
- Analyzing Your Online Giving Campaign by: Norman Reiss
  January 22, 2010, 18:45
  Depending on how you interpret the 2009 statistics, online giving is the greatest thing since sliced bread or is over-hyped and still represents a small piece…
- Thoughts on Fundraising - Online, Mobile, Direct Mail by: Norman Reiss
  January 15, 2010, 13:23
  This week's disaster in Haiti has again highlighted online fundraising, as well as an expanded role for text messaging to raise money. Apparently giving…
- Best Nonprofit Strategies for 2010 and a Look Back at 2009 by: Norman Reiss
  January 7, 2010, 18:35
  Care2's Frogloop surveyed some of our brightest stars to summarize the Best Nonprofit Strategies for 2010. Network for Good's Katya Andresen and Blackbaud'…
- Practical Examples of Cross-Channel Success by: Norman Reiss
  December 8, 2009, 09:20
  As a regular user of the New York Public Library, I've usually had to time my visits to when the branches are open. In the past, there have been at least one…
- Preparing for Philanthropy's Black Friday by: Norman Reiss
  December 2, 2009, 08:51
  Most nonprofits get the bulk of their donations during December. So what can we do to get the word out this month? Heavyweight Salvation Army has stepped…
- State of Online Fundraising by: Norman Reiss
  November 4, 2009, 15:47
  Today's Nten webinar led by Blackbaud Internet evangelist Steve MacLaughlin offered a comprehensive review of online fundraising. See Steve's Connections…
- Report from NYC Convio User Group by: Norman Reiss
  October 31, 2009, 06:54
  As we enter the most important part of the year for fundraising, Convio's Blake Groves and Marc Cannon provided many useful pointers at this week's NYC Convio…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  October 19, 2009, 09:18
  America's Giving Challenge has kicked off - raise funds for your favorite nonprofit(s) and compete for award monies for top fundraisers. The Agitator…
- New Articles / Events on Online Fundraising by: Norman Reiss
  October 2, 2009, 07:46
  Nten offers two new articles covering online giving: Steve MacLaughlin offers an optimistic overview, showing how online giving continues to increase…
- Tips from an ePhilanthropy Pioneer by: Norman Reiss
  September 11, 2009, 11:08
  eTapestry introduced their 'software as a service' product in 1999, long before many others realized the benefits of a web based interface. (eTapestry was…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  August 13, 2009, 15:29
  Usability testing is a great way to find out how well your web site is really meeting the needs of your audience. Take a look at Userfly and how Beaconfire…
- How Well Does Your Nonprofit Handle Change and Uncertainty by: Norman Reiss
  July 28, 2009, 12:03
  Selling a home and moving into a new place to live is rarely a smooth process, but my wife and I have had our share challenges over the past year. We first…
- The Importance of Training by: Norman Reiss
  July 10, 2009, 16:23
  At many organizations that I've worked at, projects often don't meet expectations not because of a bad product but more due to a lack of staff training. Many…
- Web Applications, Benefits of Collaboration, Online Communications by: Norman Reiss
  June 23, 2009, 05:56
  While the daily newspaper may be a dying breed, I still find reasons to read the Wall Street Journal on my daily commute. A few interesting items from…
- Why Organization Structure Matters by: Norman Reiss
  June 13, 2009, 08:29
  Convio's report The Secret of Online Success: Why Structure Matters examines how nonprofits staff for ephilanthropy. Major themes: Nonprofit organizations…
- How Not to Implement Online Strategies by: Norman Reiss
  May 30, 2009, 07:56
  Below are excerpts at my planned presentation at next week's NY Fundraising Summit, where I will be speaking in the session Online Fundraising: Harnessing…
- 2009 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study by: Norman Reiss
  May 22, 2009, 06:13
  If you haven't yet seen it, take a look at the latest eNonprofit Benchmarks Study released last week where you can also listen to the recording or view slides…
- How to Attend a Conference - Web 2.0 Style by: Norman Reiss
  May 14, 2009, 06:48
  This week I've participated in the International Fundraising eConference which has demonstrated a completely new way to learn more about ephilanthropy…
- Does Your Nonprofit Operate as Constituents View Us - As One Organization? by: Norman Reiss
  April 22, 2009, 06:40
  Many of us in the nonprofit sector aren't as effective as we could be in interacting with our constituents because departments of our organizations aren't…
- ePhilanthropy Tips from Around the Web by: Norman Reiss
  April 8, 2009, 06:30
  Do You Really Need an Online Community - Also, do you setup your own community using a tool like Ning, or do you establish a presence on existing communities…
- Jakob Nielsen on Non-Profit Web Site Usability by: Norman Reiss
  March 31, 2009, 06:33
  Non-Profit Web Site Usability
- Tips on Selecting and Working With an Online Vendor by: Norman Reiss
  March 13, 2009, 06:34
  Tips on getting the most of your relationship with an online services provider, such as Convio or Kintera.
- Staying Positive Despite Bad News All Around Us by: Norman Reiss
  February 16, 2009, 10:35
  A recent Chronicle of Philanthropy article mentions that not only have many nonprofit organizations (including my own) already had to cut staff, but that worse…
- New ePhilanthropy Resources From Around the Web by: Norman Reiss
  January 23, 2009, 07:31
  Do you take the time to analyze how long visitors stay on your web site, and what paths they take?. Try these 14 free tools to find out why they leave.…
- Reminder: Getting Started with ePhilanthropy Webinar - Wed, Jan. 21 at 7 PM EST by: Norman Reiss
  January 20, 2009, 14:42
  Learn how to increase your online fundraising, attract new constituents and engage current supporters during a one hour webinar. Wed, Jan. 21 7 PM…
- Who Handles ePhilanthropy In Your Organization by: Norman Reiss
  January 16, 2009, 07:02
  Last night I attended by web conference a meeting of the Internet Strategy Forum, led by group founder, Steve Gehlen. Steve summarized highlights from the…
- Getting Started with ePhilanthropy Webinar - Wed, Jan. 21 at 7 PM EST by: Norman Reiss
  January 10, 2009, 16:09
  Thanks to Allan Pressel of CharityFinders and Cristine Cronin of NY Charities for joining me at this week's event at the NYC Foundation Center, Online…
- Online Fundraising Strategies for Tough Times by: Norman Reiss
  January 7, 2009, 07:25
  Reminder: Thursday evening, January 8, I will moderate a panel discussion at the NYC Foundation Center, Online Fundraising Strategies for Tough Times. Guest…
- Upcoming Program at Foundation Center in NYC by: Norman Reiss
  December 17, 2008, 06:47
  On Thursday, January 8, 2009, from 5:30 - 7:30 PM EST, I will be moderating a program at the NYC Foundation Center, Online Fundraising Strategies for Tough…
- Notes from Convio Summit by: Norman Reiss
  November 22, 2008, 10:06
  This week I attended my first Convio Summit in Austin, Texas. Probably the most valuable part was the first day, where I joined many other national accounts…
- Next Week's Presentation at Convio Summit by: Norman Reiss
  November 14, 2008, 07:03
  For several months, I've been managing an implementation to Convio at my current organization first for TeamRaiser and then for other events, donation forms,…
- Learning about ePhilanthropy at Little or No Cost by: Norman Reiss
  October 24, 2008, 10:57
  I've learned much of what I've learned about ephilanthropy and using online tools for attracting and engaging constituents by participating in webinars from…
- Still More ePhilanthropy Ideas From Around the Web by: Norman Reiss
  September 18, 2008, 15:21
  According to the Foundation Center's Philanthropy News Digest. "some of the nation’s largest charities...have seen only modest gains in online donations...bec…
- More ePhilanthropy Ideas from Around the Web by: Norman Reiss
  July 17, 2008, 15:28
  Guidestar summarizes recent Giving USA online fundraising survey: while Internet giving is widely used, it still represents a small portion (under 5%) of…
- Examples of Nonprofit Excellence by: Norman Reiss
  July 8, 2008, 15:29
  Congratulations to the winners at the recent New York Times Company Nonprofit Excellence Awards: Community Health Action of Staten Island (overall management…
- Integrated Fundraising - No Longer Optional by: Norman Reiss
  June 26, 2008, 15:31
  Probably the best book explaining the benefits of ephilanthropy I've seen to date is Ted Hart's People to People Fundraising. Multiple experts from nonprofit…
- Notes from Fundraising Day, ePhilanthropy Symposium by: Norman Reiss
  June 17, 2008, 15:31
  I joined over 2000 colleagues who help nonprofits raise money at Fundraising Day last week. Some takeaways: Mark Rovner offered these tips: Ask When…
- Tips for Online Success by: Norman Reiss
  June 12, 2008, 15:32
  After sending out email blasts, are you reviewing reports to learn how many of them were actually opened and what links were clicked? See the recently…
- Blackbaud to buy Kintera, but... by: Norman Reiss
  June 2, 2008, 15:33
  This isn't a surprise to me; hopefully this will give Kintera the financial backing it has long needed. But I wonder how will Blackbaud integrate Kintera's…
- ePhilanthropy Ideas from Around the Web by: Norman Reiss
  May 12, 2008, 15:42
  mStoner provides an interesting look at How Donors Use the Internet. Interestingly, success of a nonprofit's web site can't only be judged by the level of…
- 2008 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study by: Norman Reiss
  April 25, 2008, 15:44
  Nten and M&R Strategic Services have released a fascinating study which provides metrics for online messaging, fundraising and advocacy. Some highlights…
- New Online Portal: Google for Non-Profits by: Norman Reiss
  April 3, 2008, 15:47
  Google has consolidated many of its available services for nonprofit organizations at Google for Non-Profits, including products such as: Gmail, which…
- Taking ePhilanthropy to the Next Level by: Norman Reiss
  February 20, 2008, 15:50
  Tonight I attended the kick off event for a new ePhilanthropy book by Ted Hart, James Greenfield and Sheeraz Haji People to People Fundraising as well as an…
- Do We Really Need a Custom Application? by: Norman Reiss
  January 31, 2008, 15:52
  Recently I was asked by my organization to do an analysis of technology platforms so that we could plan strategies for next year's national events. Over the…
- What is ePhilanthropy? by: Norman Reiss
  November 16, 2007, 16:00
  As I've worked on defining my brand this year, I've reviewed my accomplishments since joining the nonprofit sector in 2000. The achievements I am most proud…
- Strategies for Successful ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  September 27, 2007, 16:05
  Attended ephilanthropy.org's eTour this morning which focused on how to use online strategies for fundraising, advocacy and engaging constituents. Outgoing…
- 2007 International ePhilanthropy Awards by: Norman Reiss
  September 20, 2007, 16:06
  Just returned from the announcement of the 2007 International Philanthropy Awards by the ePhilanthropy Foundation. To my surprise, many of the nominated…
- Ephilanthropy Strategies for Nonprofits by: Norman Reiss
  August 30, 2007, 16:08
  I attended a recent event at the Foundation Center to help organizations who are just getting started with online fundraising. Cristine Cronin, President of…
- Nonprofit Excellence Awards by: Norman Reiss
  June 27, 2007, 16:18
  Earlier this week I attended the New York Times Nonprofit Excellence Awards, sponsored by the NonProfit Coordinating Committee of New York. Best practices…
- Should nonprofits use hosted software? by: Norman Reiss
  March 27, 2007, 16:28
  I participated in an interesting discussion recently on NTen's discussion group about how much nonprofit organizations should take advantage of hosted software…
- List of Innovative Nonprofits by: Norman Reiss
  February 7, 2007, 16:36
  GetActive, NetSquared and Squidoo have combined to put together a list of the 59 Smartest Organizations Online, nonprofit organizations that are using the…
Category: communications (105)
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: nhr2000
  February 5, 2012, 08:34
  This week's torrent of news centered around Susan B. Komen's decision to pull funding from Planned Parenthood, the torrent of outrage which eventually caused…
- Have You Seen These Recent 'Top 10' Lists for Nonprofits? by: nhr2000
  January 14, 2012, 08:59
  Apparently, like many of us start off a new year by making resolutions, so should nonprofits. Recently I've noticed many top ten lists, focusing on online…
- Reviewing 5 Years at Nonprofit Bridge by: Norman Reiss
  December 28, 2011, 11:50
  Next month will mark my fifth year since beginning my blog at Nonprofit Bridge. Since my first post on Jan 23, 2007, I've expanded my focus well beyond…
- Are You Working Between the Holidays? by: Norman Reiss
  December 22, 2011, 10:37
  I'll be in the office next week, as I suspect many of you will be (especially if you are wrapping up your year-end fundraising campaign). Here's some ideas…
- How To Make Your Nonprofit Multi-Channel by: Norman Reiss
  December 14, 2011, 22:29
  Why is it so difficult for nonprofits to implement a multi-channel communications / fundraising strategy, even though integrated campaigns have been proven to…
- How to Be Thankful To Your Supporters by: Norman Reiss
  November 15, 2011, 17:47
  With Thanksgiving arriving next week in the US, it's a great time to think about gratitude, especially to constituents who are long term supporters of your…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  November 8, 2011, 08:47
  If you've been wondering when you can build your nonprofit page on Google+, now's the time. Heather Mansfield offers help on How to Create a Google+ Page For…
- Updated Social Media Decision Guide Now Available from Idealware by: Norman Reiss
  October 30, 2011, 14:10
  While many of my colleagues in the nonprofit community often share their knowledge and expertise, I've found Laura Quinn's Idealware site especially helpful…
- Why You Should Design for Mobile Now by: Norman Reiss
  October 25, 2011, 22:05
  For a long time, I resisted getting a laptop, saying that I preferred the more comfortable keyboard and larger monitor with a desktop. Similarly, I waited…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  October 11, 2011, 17:03
  Most nonprofits are on Facebook now, but fewer are using Twitter well. Read these 24 Twitter best practices, and 8 nonprofit Twitter superstars who especially…
- How the NY Public Library Successfully Rolled Out Website Content Management by: Norman Reiss
  September 22, 2011, 09:58
  At yesterday's quarterly meeting of the Not-for-Profit Webmaster Round Table, we shared a particularly interesting discussion on website content management.…
- 7 Tips to Implement a Successful Fall ePhilanthropy Campaign by: Norman Reiss
  September 5, 2011, 08:27
  Sadly, Labor Day is followed by fall with shorter days and cooler weather. But it also provides an opportunity to reconnect with your constituents, climaxed…
- Thoughts After a Hurricane by: Norman Reiss
  August 29, 2011, 08:41
  It's been an eventful week in New York. First, we were shaken by a rare East Coast earthquake. Then, we were faced with a Hurricane Irene which forced many…
- Report from Event Fundraising Roundtable by: Norman Reiss
  August 18, 2011, 11:32
  This week I joined many nonprofit colleagues at the Event Fundraising Table sponsored by the Run Walk Ride Fundraising Council, Blackbaud, Charity Dynamics and…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  August 6, 2011, 13:16
  If you missed this week's Social Media for Nonprofits NYC event, you can get a great summary from Big Duck's Farra Trompeter, who presented a great step by…
- Too Much Content? Less is More by: nhr2000
  July 31, 2011, 12:13
  OK, we're all trying to keep up with email, Facebook, Twitter and now Google Plus. So we're scanning our messages quickly, and consider it an accomplishment…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  July 10, 2011, 10:07
  For best results in ephilanthropy initiatives, I've always advocated for an active partnership between Communications and Development. Here's more reasons…
- Why Everyone is in Communications by: Norman Reiss
  June 26, 2011, 12:17
  If you've followed my blog for awhile, you're probably familiar with my theme that if you work for a nonprofit, you should be involved with fundraising, even…
- Lessons From Charity:Water by: Norman Reiss
  June 12, 2011, 07:43
  At Friday's Fundraising Day in NYC, I had the pleasure of learning online strategy from the nonprofit that has probably done it best in recent years. In only…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  June 5, 2011, 07:49
  Social media expert Beth Kanter summarizes recent studies on how to increase Facebook engagement - it's also a great way to find out what issues your constituen…
- Taking a Look at Website Usability by: Norman Reiss
  May 30, 2011, 11:08
  In his latest book Rocket Surgery Made Easy, Steve Krug debunks the misconception that it takes a lot of money and resources to test your website for usability.…
- Is your website still relevant? by: Norman Reiss
  May 15, 2011, 15:25
  Not too long ago, the main website was the centerpiece of an nonprofit's communications strategy. This is where your multiple audiences (constituents - both…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  May 8, 2011, 09:34
  When developing a Facebook strategy, remember that your constituents don't just want to hear about your organization. Andrea Barry explains how she adapted…
- Social Media for Social Good by: Norman Reiss
  May 1, 2011, 15:32
  This week I had the pleasure of listening to a panel of social media experts at the Foundation Center's Social Media for Social Good event. Speakers included…
- The New World of Mobile - Smartphones and Tablets by: Norman Reiss
  April 25, 2011, 13:33
  For a long time, I resisted getting a smartphone, preferring to stay with my trusty desktop computer. I didn't want to have to work with a small screen and…
- Developing a Content Strategy by: Norman Reiss
  April 17, 2011, 10:05
  Do you use an editorial calendar to plan what content you will post on your website and other online platforms, or do you mostly create content on the fly? …
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  April 9, 2011, 08:31
  Most of us are still figuring out what works and what doesn't in social media. For help in developing conversations instead of one-way communications, review…
- Report from Chase Charity Insights Event in NYC by: Norman Reiss
  March 31, 2011, 22:06
  A stellar panel from Facebook (Matt Jacobson, Head of Market Development), Mashable (Zachary Sniderman, Social Good Assistant Editor), Nten (Holly Ross,…
- Notes from Latest Benchmark Reports by: Norman Reiss
  March 27, 2011, 10:32
  Two major benchmark studies were released at the recent Nonprofit Technology Conference: the e2011 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study (#11NTCbenchmarks) and…
- See you at NTC This Week? by: Norman Reiss
  March 13, 2011, 07:35
  This week I'll be at the 2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference, where a record crowd of nearly 2,000 will discuss how nonprofits can optimize their online…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  March 5, 2011, 09:18
  If you're convinced that integrated fundraising / marketing would help your organization but are finding it a challenge to implement, read these tips from…
- Need Job Description for Integrated Fundraising / Communications Position? by: Norman Reiss
  February 27, 2011, 10:20
  If so, consider these suggestions from Internet Management for Nonprofits, which offers a detailed competency profile for a Manager / Director of Integrated…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  February 13, 2011, 22:36
  Thanks to Charles Lenchner for today's Organizing 2.0 Conference, where I presented a session on how to evaluate and implement a donor or membership database.…
- Be Proactive Not Reactive by: Norman Reiss
  February 5, 2011, 16:19
  Early in my career I worked on a help desk where I assisted co-workers with a variety of technical questions and problems. Although I've progressed to higher…
- Many Great Tips in 2011 Guide to Nonprofit Marketing Wisdom by: Norman Reiss
  January 29, 2011, 14:52
  Nancy Schwartz, author of Getting Attention has released the 2011 Guide to Nonprofit Marketing Wisdom, including lessons learned from 127 nonprofit marketers.…
- Why Technology is Core to Your Mission by: Norman Reiss
  January 22, 2011, 09:51
  Back when I was focused mostly on technology, my role was often viewed as a back end function, not really part of the core mission of the organization I worked…
- Email Marketing & Websites Still Most Important in Nonprofit Communications by: Norman Reiss
  January 15, 2011, 09:21
  According to Kivi Leroux Miller's new 2011 Nonprofit Communications Trend Report, email marketing and websites are still the most important tools in a…
- Why Everyone At Your Nonprofit Is In Communications by: Norman Reiss
  January 8, 2011, 09:11
  You probably already know that with social media, there are many conversations going on about your organization that you have no control over. Yes, you can…
- I Will Join Jewish Funds for Justice in 2011 by: Norman Reiss
  December 24, 2010, 09:14
  I am pleased to announce that I have accepted an offer to join Jewish Funds for Justice to direct their online initiatives and will begin Monday, January 3,…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  December 18, 2010, 09:12
  I've long advocated using web based applications, but are we ready for a cloud operating system? Here's a first look at Google's Chrome OS, planned for…
- Facebook's New Messaging Strategy by: Norman Reiss
  November 19, 2010, 16:07
  Facebook's announcement this week which seeks to overhaul how we communicate online, reported by Cnet, the NY Times, and the Wall Street Journal. While I…
- Ways to Improve Communication by: Norman Reiss
  October 29, 2010, 11:48
  Whether you are on staff at a nonprofit or a consultant where your client is a nonprofit (I've been on both sides), maintaining good communication is critical…
- Reasons Why (and Why Not) to Do a Website Redesign by: Norman Reiss
  October 22, 2010, 19:46
  These are not good reasons for a nonprofit to begin a website redesign project You've met a web developer who convinces you that your site is outdated and…
- Highlights from My Twitter Stream by: Norman Reiss
  October 16, 2010, 07:48
  Social networking continues to be everyone's favorite topic. Convio released a Nonprofit Social Media Guide for Nonprofits. Nten shared more about its…
- Insights Into Developing a Social Media Strategy by: Norman Reiss
  October 9, 2010, 08:01
  Most of us haven't yet figured out how to best utilize social media for our organizations. But that doesn't mean we shouldn't be experimenting to see what…
- What Nonprofit Webmasters Talk About by: Norman Reiss
  October 1, 2010, 21:16
  This week I attended the quarterly get together of the Not-for-Profit Webmaster Round Table, chaired by long time leader David Milner. As usual, discussion…
- Report from NYC 501 Tech Club Meeting on Brandraising by: Norman Reiss
  September 17, 2010, 15:29
  At this week's monthly NYC 501 Tech Club meeting, Sarah Durham of Big Duck offered highlights from her recently published Brandraising: How Nonprofits Raise…
- Tips for Effective Website Redesign by: Norman Reiss
  August 14, 2010, 12:01
  As other forms of online communication have become available, the main website is no longer the only place where constituents can get information about a…
- Getting the Most from Social Media by: Norman Reiss
  August 7, 2010, 08:02
  Attended two events this week on social media, one live and one over the web. Bonnie McEwan of Make Waves presented 'U R What U Tweet: Social Media for…
- Are eNewsletters Still an Effective Communications Tool? by: Norman Reiss
  July 31, 2010, 07:47
  This week I received an especially interesting enewsletter from Nten, the nonprofit technology organization that I've been involved with for many years.…
- Report from 501 Tech Club NYC Meeting on Foursquare by: Norman Reiss
  July 1, 2010, 10:59
  At last night's 501 Tech Club NYC monthly meeting, Foursquare co-founder Naveen Selvadura and Brooklyn Museum's Chief of Technology Shelley Bernstein talked…
- Top Books on Nonprofit Marketing and Fundraising by: Norman Reiss
  June 25, 2010, 10:06
  As much as I'm on the web, I'm also a big reader, especially of books in ephilanthropy. Here's some selections from my summer reading list: The Networked…
- Learn to Be a Networked Nonprofit by: Norman Reiss
  June 19, 2010, 07:53
  Beth Kanter, CEO of Zoetica, who has shared her expertise for years on Beth's Blog an at various nonprofit events, will host a virtual launch party Mon, Jun.…
- Oldies but Goodies about Fundraising and Marketing by: Norman Reiss
  June 11, 2010, 07:39
  When my wife and I moved to a smaller home last year, I was faced with the daunting task of reviewing a batch of papers that I had accumulated over the years,…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  June 5, 2010, 08:08
  Attended this week's NYC chapter meeting of the Internet Strategy Forum, where we discussed the latest changes on Facebook. View the presentation; plan to…
- Highlights from My Twitter Stream by: Norman Reiss
  May 22, 2010, 08:06
  Jocelyn Harmon and Geoff Livingston had an interesting discussion this week on the perennial question, Is It Possible to Raise Money with Social Media? As…
- How to Develop Content Your Constituents Will Want to Read by: Norman Reiss
  May 14, 2010, 07:56
  This week I tweeted about an article by Lisa Sargent which described how nonprofits can learn from how the Wall Street Journal develops content for many…
- Small Nonprofits Shine in New eNonprofit Benchmarks Study by: Norman Reiss
  April 30, 2010, 08:15
  In the just released 2010 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study, small nonprofits showed better email marketing metrics than larger organizations. Statistics also…
- Targeting Donors by Generation by: Norman Reiss
  March 26, 2010, 07:48
  Yesterday I attended a workshop which reviewed the results of the Next Generation of American Giving, sponsored by Convio, Edge Research and Sea Change…
- Report from NYC 501 Tech Club by: Norman Reiss
  March 18, 2010, 07:37
  Attended another enlightening NYC 501 Tech Club meeting last night, featuring mobile text messaging. Speakers included Katrin Verclas of MobileActive, Jed…
- Online, Social Media, Mobile Are First Response Channels of Choice by: Norman Reiss
  March 11, 2010, 15:53
  Blackbaud's Steve MacLaughlin kicked off a Lessons Learned from Haiti webinar series today with an overall review of how many nonprofits responded to the…
- How to Improve Your Presentations by: Norman Reiss
  March 6, 2010, 08:46
  Not only is it had to hold others' attention for very long on a web site or in an email newsletter, it's increasingly difficult to connect to your attendees…
- Notes from NYC Convio User Group Meeting by: Norman Reiss
  February 27, 2010, 09:05
  This week's meeting focused on reviewing nonprofit web sites which were recently redesigned. Since many of us consult mostly with co-workers when developing…
- What Content to Post in Each Channel? by: Norman Reiss
  February 12, 2010, 11:30
  With the emergence of social media options such as Twitter, Facebook, and now Google Buzz to join the web site and email marketing, nonprofit organizations now…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  January 30, 2010, 09:14
  When you present, do you get frustrated with attendees who seem to be paying more attention to their phones / computers than to your presentation? In her…
- What It Means to Be Transparent, Authentic and Open by: Norman Reiss
  December 31, 2009, 15:17
  As we prepare to enter a new decade, consider these suggestions from Pamela Slim's book Escape From Cubicle Nation, based on Martha Beck's principles of being…
- A Holiday Gift to You by: Norman Reiss
  December 24, 2009, 14:14
  2010 will begin the fourth year for Nonprofit Bridge. Whether you have recently discovered our blog or have followed us since the beginning, I'd like to…
- Report from NYC Convio User Group by: Norman Reiss
  October 31, 2009, 06:54
  As we enter the most important part of the year for fundraising, Convio's Blake Groves and Marc Cannon provided many useful pointers at this week's NYC Convio…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  October 19, 2009, 09:18
  America's Giving Challenge has kicked off - raise funds for your favorite nonprofit(s) and compete for award monies for top fundraisers. The Agitator…
- It's Not Just the Organization Web Site Anymore / Thoughts on the 'Death' of Email by: Norman Reiss
  October 10, 2009, 07:50
  Managing an organization's web presence no longer focuses only on the main web site, which many constituents may never visit. An online presence consists…
- Are Nonprofits Effectively Using New Social Media Tools? by: Norman Reiss
  September 16, 2009, 11:00
  This week has featured a flurry of comments about whether nonprofits are taking advantage of new social media tools such as Twitter. Seth Godin says no but…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  August 13, 2009, 15:29
  Usability testing is a great way to find out how well your web site is really meeting the needs of your audience. Take a look at Userfly and how Beaconfire…
- Web Applications, Benefits of Collaboration, Online Communications by: Norman Reiss
  June 23, 2009, 05:56
  While the daily newspaper may be a dying breed, I still find reasons to read the Wall Street Journal on my daily commute. A few interesting items from…
- 2009 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study by: Norman Reiss
  May 22, 2009, 06:13
  If you haven't yet seen it, take a look at the latest eNonprofit Benchmarks Study released last week where you can also listen to the recording or view slides…
- ePhilanthropy Tips from Around the Web by: Norman Reiss
  April 8, 2009, 06:30
  Do You Really Need an Online Community - Also, do you setup your own community using a tool like Ning, or do you establish a presence on existing communities…
- Jakob Nielsen on Non-Profit Web Site Usability by: Norman Reiss
  March 31, 2009, 06:33
  Non-Profit Web Site Usability
- Getting the Most Out of a Webinar by: Norman Reiss
  February 25, 2009, 22:41
  I've participated in many webinars and have also participated in several online conferences that others have offered, such as this week's How Online Marketing…
- New ePhilanthropy Resources From Around the Web by: Norman Reiss
  January 23, 2009, 07:31
  Do you take the time to analyze how long visitors stay on your web site, and what paths they take?. Try these 14 free tools to find out why they leave.…
- Pathways to Nonprofit Excellence by: Norman Reiss
  November 10, 2008, 09:59
  Last week the Nonprofit Coordinating Committee of New York hosted a conference to learn more from the organizations that have been recognized in the New York…
- Online Communications - More Important Than Ever by: Norman Reiss
  October 30, 2008, 11:29
  A few nonprofit organizations I've spoken to recently have told me that in the light of the financial crisis, they are reconsidering the need for positions…
- Web 2.0 Becoming Mainstream? by: Norman Reiss
  October 14, 2008, 15:11
  This recent OnPhilanthropy article suggests that Web 2.0 technologies are now in use by all ages of Internet users, not just the young. More 'traditional'…
- 6 Common Website Mistakes by: Norman Reiss
  October 3, 2008, 15:19
  Since learning about search engine optimization (SEO) techniques at my first nonprofit job, I've long been a fan of Jill Whalen and her site High Rankings. …
- NYC Nonprofit Boot Camp - Social Networking for Nonprofits? by: Norman Reiss
  August 29, 2008, 15:23
  More from Craigslist Foundation's recent NYC Nonprofit Boot Camp; Big Duck's Farra Trompeter offered an engaging session on social networking - is this a…
- NYC Nonprofit Boot Camp - Brand Driven Communications by: Norman Reiss
  August 28, 2008, 15:24
  Thanks to the CraigsList Foundation for hosting the NYC Nonprofit Boot Camp on Aug. 16. Miriam Kriegel of BBMGled a particularly interesting session on…
- Listening to the Groundswell by: Norman Reiss
  August 14, 2008, 15:25
  Probably the best book I've read on how the Internet has changed our world is Groundswell, Similar to my posting last week on how donors are bypassing…
- Mistakes Nonprofits Can't Afford to Make by: Norman Reiss
  July 24, 2008, 15:27
  While not specific to ephilanthropy, Stacy Jones recent article in Philanthropy Journal, Mistakes Nonprofits Can't Afford to Make, highlights many important…
- Coordinating Online Communications and Fundraising Strategies by: Norman Reiss
  July 12, 2008, 15:28
  Michael Hoffman, CEO of See3 asked this question on the Nten elist this week: how other organizations create a balance between the Communications and the…
- How Connected Is Your Organization? by: Norman Reiss
  May 31, 2008, 15:34
  In her book Momentum: Igniting Social Change in the Connected Age, Allison Fine asks organizations how well they are handling a new era in online communications…
- Resources: Online Communications, Fundraising & More by: Norman Reiss
  May 28, 2008, 15:41
  The SPIN Project provides a online communications tutorial that offers many suggestions how nonprofits can develop online communications strategies. Most…
- Building a Successful Online Team by: Norman Reiss
  April 30, 2008, 15:43
  Many nonprofits struggle with where to put responsibilities for developing online strategies within a traditional organization structure. EchoDitto, an…
- 2008 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study by: Norman Reiss
  April 25, 2008, 15:44
  Nten and M&R Strategic Services have released a fascinating study which provides metrics for online messaging, fundraising and advocacy. Some highlights…
- A New Twist on Social Networking by: Norman Reiss
  April 12, 2008, 15:46
  Years before social networking sites like MySpace and Facebook became popular, the magazine and web site Fast Company started the Company of Friends list,…
- Report from 2008 Nonprofit Technology Conference by: Norman Reiss
  March 26, 2008, 15:47
  Thanks to Holly Ross and the entire Nten staff for last week's annual Nonprofit Technology Conference, held in New Orleans. With so many worthwhile sessions…
- Collaboration and Management in Cross-Departmental Web Projects by: Norman Reiss
  January 11, 2008, 15:53
  At today's Managing Nonprofit Technology Projects conference, I facilitated a session on Collaboration and Management in Cross-Departmental Web Projects. We…
- How Not to Treat a Dissatisfied Constituent by: Norman Reiss
  December 31, 2007, 15:54
  As described here recently, my wife and I recently switched to Verizon FIOS for our television, phone and Internet service. Despite some confusion during the…
- Making the Most of your Web Site by: Norman Reiss
  December 22, 2007, 15:55
  This week, the Foundation Center's column, The Sustainable Nonprofit featured this targeted article on Spending Your Web Site Dollars Wisely. Major points: …
- Bridging Divide between Fundraising and Marketing by: Norman Reiss
  November 22, 2007, 15:59
  As I've become more involved in development issues, I joined the Association of Fundraising Professionals this year. I recently received their Advancing…
- Nonprofit Marketing Tips by: Norman Reiss
  November 9, 2007, 16:00
  Attended an Nten Webinar this week on Marketing for Non-Profits, led by Robert Rose of CrownPeak Technology, providers of content management software. Highligh…
- Strategies for Successful ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  September 27, 2007, 16:05
  Attended ephilanthropy.org's eTour this morning which focused on how to use online strategies for fundraising, advocacy and engaging constituents. Outgoing…
- Internet Marketing Strategy Assessment by: Norman Reiss
  September 27, 2007, 16:04
  Whether or not you currently use or intend to use their products, Blackbaud has made available an Internet Marketing Strategy Assessment which will help you…
- Take a Fresh Look at your Web Site by: Norman Reiss
  September 5, 2007, 16:08
  An interesting blog post highlights the value of getting feedback on your nonprofit web site from those who are not already familiar with it. It is convenient…
- Using Social Networking Sites to Attract Constituents by: Norman Reiss
  August 23, 2007, 16:10
  At the quarterly Not-for-Profit Webmaster Round Table meeting this week, I initiated a discussion on social networking, stimulated by Tuesday's Wall Street…
- Tips on Raising Money with Facebook by: Norman Reiss
  August 17, 2007, 16:11
  Carie Lewis, Internet Marketing Manager at the Humane Society recently blogged about her organization's success in using Facebook on Wild Apricot's non-profit…
- Nonprofit Excellence Awards by: Norman Reiss
  June 27, 2007, 16:18
  Earlier this week I attended the New York Times Nonprofit Excellence Awards, sponsored by the NonProfit Coordinating Committee of New York. Best practices…
- Not-for-Profit Webmaster Roundtable by: Norman Reiss
  May 25, 2007, 16:23
  This week I attended the quarterly meeting of Not-For-Profit Webmaster Roundtable, which has been run successfully by David Milner for several years. We…
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- More Highlights from 5 Years of Nonprofit Bridge by: Norman Reiss
  January 5, 2012, 17:56
  More blasts from past posts from Nonprofit Bridge: How a nonprofit is organized can greatly impact its online success. From mid-2008, here's Building a…
- Are You Working Between the Holidays? by: Norman Reiss
  December 22, 2011, 10:37
  I'll be in the office next week, as I suspect many of you will be (especially if you are wrapping up your year-end fundraising campaign). Here's some ideas…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  November 8, 2011, 08:47
  If you've been wondering when you can build your nonprofit page on Google+, now's the time. Heather Mansfield offers help on How to Create a Google+ Page For…
- Updated Social Media Decision Guide Now Available from Idealware by: Norman Reiss
  October 30, 2011, 14:10
  While many of my colleagues in the nonprofit community often share their knowledge and expertise, I've found Laura Quinn's Idealware site especially helpful…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  October 11, 2011, 17:03
  Most nonprofits are on Facebook now, but fewer are using Twitter well. Read these 24 Twitter best practices, and 8 nonprofit Twitter superstars who especially…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  September 12, 2011, 16:50
  Among the many tips offered at Friday's session on Facebook Tactics That Get Results offered by M&R Strategic Services and Nten was the reminder that very…
- Thoughts After a Hurricane by: Norman Reiss
  August 29, 2011, 08:41
  It's been an eventful week in New York. First, we were shaken by a rare East Coast earthquake. Then, we were faced with a Hurricane Irene which forced many…
- Report from Event Fundraising Roundtable by: Norman Reiss
  August 18, 2011, 11:32
  This week I joined many nonprofit colleagues at the Event Fundraising Table sponsored by the Run Walk Ride Fundraising Council, Blackbaud, Charity Dynamics and…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  August 6, 2011, 13:16
  If you missed this week's Social Media for Nonprofits NYC event, you can get a great summary from Big Duck's Farra Trompeter, who presented a great step by…
- Too Much Content? Less is More by: nhr2000
  July 31, 2011, 12:13
  OK, we're all trying to keep up with email, Facebook, Twitter and now Google Plus. So we're scanning our messages quickly, and consider it an accomplishment…
- Lessons From Charity:Water by: Norman Reiss
  June 12, 2011, 07:43
  At Friday's Fundraising Day in NYC, I had the pleasure of learning online strategy from the nonprofit that has probably done it best in recent years. In only…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  June 5, 2011, 07:49
  Social media expert Beth Kanter summarizes recent studies on how to increase Facebook engagement - it's also a great way to find out what issues your constituen…
- You Don't Need to Recreate the Wheel by: Norman Reiss
  May 22, 2011, 07:33
  Trying to figure out how your organization can be more effective online? There are many nonprofits that are already succeeding that you can learn from.…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  May 8, 2011, 09:34
  When developing a Facebook strategy, remember that your constituents don't just want to hear about your organization. Andrea Barry explains how she adapted…
- Social Media for Social Good by: Norman Reiss
  May 1, 2011, 15:32
  This week I had the pleasure of listening to a panel of social media experts at the Foundation Center's Social Media for Social Good event. Speakers included…
- The New World of Mobile - Smartphones and Tablets by: Norman Reiss
  April 25, 2011, 13:33
  For a long time, I resisted getting a smartphone, preferring to stay with my trusty desktop computer. I didn't want to have to work with a small screen and…
- Developing a Content Strategy by: Norman Reiss
  April 17, 2011, 10:05
  Do you use an editorial calendar to plan what content you will post on your website and other online platforms, or do you mostly create content on the fly? …
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  April 9, 2011, 08:31
  Most of us are still figuring out what works and what doesn't in social media. For help in developing conversations instead of one-way communications, review…
- Report from Chase Charity Insights Event in NYC by: Norman Reiss
  March 31, 2011, 22:06
  A stellar panel from Facebook (Matt Jacobson, Head of Market Development), Mashable (Zachary Sniderman, Social Good Assistant Editor), Nten (Holly Ross,…
- Notes from Latest Benchmark Reports by: Norman Reiss
  March 27, 2011, 10:32
  Two major benchmark studies were released at the recent Nonprofit Technology Conference: the e2011 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study (#11NTCbenchmarks) and…
- See you at NTC This Week? by: Norman Reiss
  March 13, 2011, 07:35
  This week I'll be at the 2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference, where a record crowd of nearly 2,000 will discuss how nonprofits can optimize their online…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  February 13, 2011, 22:36
  Thanks to Charles Lenchner for today's Organizing 2.0 Conference, where I presented a session on how to evaluate and implement a donor or membership database.…
- Email Marketing & Websites Still Most Important in Nonprofit Communications by: Norman Reiss
  January 15, 2011, 09:21
  According to Kivi Leroux Miller's new 2011 Nonprofit Communications Trend Report, email marketing and websites are still the most important tools in a…
- Why Everyone At Your Nonprofit Is In Communications by: Norman Reiss
  January 8, 2011, 09:11
  You probably already know that with social media, there are many conversations going on about your organization that you have no control over. Yes, you can…
- I Will Join Jewish Funds for Justice in 2011 by: Norman Reiss
  December 24, 2010, 09:14
  I am pleased to announce that I have accepted an offer to join Jewish Funds for Justice to direct their online initiatives and will begin Monday, January 3,…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  December 18, 2010, 09:12
  I've long advocated using web based applications, but are we ready for a cloud operating system? Here's a first look at Google's Chrome OS, planned for…
- A New Nonprofit to Help People Follow Their Dreams by: Norman Reiss
  December 14, 2010, 10:41
  I am currently helping to get the word out about the Emanuel Foundation, a newly formed nonprofit which seeks to help people to have the faith and courage to…
- Facebook's New Messaging Strategy by: Norman Reiss
  November 19, 2010, 16:07
  Facebook's announcement this week which seeks to overhaul how we communicate online, reported by Cnet, the NY Times, and the Wall Street Journal. While I…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  November 12, 2010, 09:03
  Attended an interesting session on email marketing and social media at the All About Email Virtual Conference and Expo yesterday, reviewing how these channels…
- Enabling Donors to Choose How Money Is Used by: Norman Reiss
  November 6, 2010, 07:52
  This week I was invited to take a look at GiveLoop, a new software platform for processing online donations. Inspired by sites such as Kiva and DonorsChoose,…
- Highlights from My Twitter Stream by: Norman Reiss
  October 16, 2010, 07:48
  Social networking continues to be everyone's favorite topic. Convio released a Nonprofit Social Media Guide for Nonprofits. Nten shared more about its…
- Insights Into Developing a Social Media Strategy by: Norman Reiss
  October 9, 2010, 08:01
  Most of us haven't yet figured out how to best utilize social media for our organizations. But that doesn't mean we shouldn't be experimenting to see what…
- What Nonprofit Webmasters Talk About by: Norman Reiss
  October 1, 2010, 21:16
  This week I attended the quarterly get together of the Not-for-Profit Webmaster Round Table, chaired by long time leader David Milner. As usual, discussion…
- What I Learned This Week by: Norman Reiss
  September 25, 2010, 08:37
  What's especially nice about the nonprofit community is how generous everyone is in sharing their knowledge. This week I attended the Westchester Chapter…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  September 2, 2010, 07:44
  Social media expert Beth Kanter updated her list of listening, monitoring, engaging and management tools. It's not easy to measure the results of social…
- Getting the Most from Social Media by: Norman Reiss
  August 7, 2010, 08:02
  Attended two events this week on social media, one live and one over the web. Bonnie McEwan of Make Waves presented 'U R What U Tweet: Social Media for…
- Are eNewsletters Still an Effective Communications Tool? by: Norman Reiss
  July 31, 2010, 07:47
  This week I received an especially interesting enewsletter from Nten, the nonprofit technology organization that I've been involved with for many years.…
- Can You Afford to Ignore Facebook? by: Norman Reiss
  July 9, 2010, 10:13
  In addition to having long maintained this blog as a way to share my ideas with the nonprofit community, I've also used LinkedIn to keep in touch with my…
- Report from 501 Tech Club NYC Meeting on Foursquare by: Norman Reiss
  July 1, 2010, 10:59
  At last night's 501 Tech Club NYC monthly meeting, Foursquare co-founder Naveen Selvadura and Brooklyn Museum's Chief of Technology Shelley Bernstein talked…
- Top Books on Nonprofit Marketing and Fundraising by: Norman Reiss
  June 25, 2010, 10:06
  As much as I'm on the web, I'm also a big reader, especially of books in ephilanthropy. Here's some selections from my summer reading list: The Networked…
- Learn to Be a Networked Nonprofit by: Norman Reiss
  June 19, 2010, 07:53
  Beth Kanter, CEO of Zoetica, who has shared her expertise for years on Beth's Blog an at various nonprofit events, will host a virtual launch party Mon, Jun.…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  June 5, 2010, 08:08
  Attended this week's NYC chapter meeting of the Internet Strategy Forum, where we discussed the latest changes on Facebook. View the presentation; plan to…
- Highlights from My Twitter Stream by: Norman Reiss
  May 22, 2010, 08:06
  Jocelyn Harmon and Geoff Livingston had an interesting discussion this week on the perennial question, Is It Possible to Raise Money with Social Media? As…
- Report from Nonprofit Technology Conference by: Norman Reiss
  April 15, 2010, 17:36
  Last week I had the pleasure of attending the 10th annual Nonprofit Technology Conference in Atlanta, GA. Social media was a popular topic throughout the…
- Nonprofit Social Network Benchmark Report Available Thu, Apr. 8 by: Norman Reiss
  April 7, 2010, 16:58
  The second annual Nonprofit Social Network Benchmark Report, a joint project of Nten, Common Knowledge and ThePort, will be available for download on Thu,…
- Online, Social Media, Mobile Are First Response Channels of Choice by: Norman Reiss
  March 11, 2010, 15:53
  Blackbaud's Steve MacLaughlin kicked off a Lessons Learned from Haiti webinar series today with an overall review of how many nonprofits responded to the…
- How to Improve Your Presentations by: Norman Reiss
  March 6, 2010, 08:46
  Not only is it had to hold others' attention for very long on a web site or in an email newsletter, it's increasingly difficult to connect to your attendees…
- Last Chance to Complete 2010 Nonprofit Social Networking Survey by: Norman Reiss
  March 3, 2010, 13:04
  If you haven't yet completed the 2010 Nonprofit Social Networking Survey, please do so now. This initiative is co-sponsored by Common Knowledge, Nten and The…
- What Content to Post in Each Channel? by: Norman Reiss
  February 12, 2010, 11:30
  With the emergence of social media options such as Twitter, Facebook, and now Google Buzz to join the web site and email marketing, nonprofit organizations now…
- Why Small Donations Matter by: Norman Reiss
  February 6, 2010, 09:34
  In addition to spending many hours online, I still do read books. Recently I finished Wendy Smith's Give a Little - How Small Donations Are Changing the…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  January 30, 2010, 09:14
  When you present, do you get frustrated with attendees who seem to be paying more attention to their phones / computers than to your presentation? In her…
- Best Nonprofit Strategies for 2010 and a Look Back at 2009 by: Norman Reiss
  January 7, 2010, 18:35
  Care2's Frogloop surveyed some of our brightest stars to summarize the Best Nonprofit Strategies for 2010. Network for Good's Katya Andresen and Blackbaud'…
- A Holiday Gift to You by: Norman Reiss
  December 24, 2009, 14:14
  2010 will begin the fourth year for Nonprofit Bridge. Whether you have recently discovered our blog or have followed us since the beginning, I'd like to…
- Practical Examples of Cross-Channel Success by: Norman Reiss
  December 8, 2009, 09:20
  As a regular user of the New York Public Library, I've usually had to time my visits to when the branches are open. In the past, there have been at least one…
- Preparing for Philanthropy's Black Friday by: Norman Reiss
  December 2, 2009, 08:51
  Most nonprofits get the bulk of their donations during December. So what can we do to get the word out this month? Heavyweight Salvation Army has stepped…
- Fundraising Tips / New Attention on Kiva by: Norman Reiss
  November 12, 2009, 11:24
  Many articles lately on how supporters can be your strongest fundraisers: In Understanding the New Breed of Digital Donor, Fundraising Success demonstrates…
- State of Online Fundraising by: Norman Reiss
  November 4, 2009, 15:47
  Today's Nten webinar led by Blackbaud Internet evangelist Steve MacLaughlin offered a comprehensive review of online fundraising. See Steve's Connections…
- Tips from the Experts by: Norman Reiss
  October 24, 2009, 15:48
  Took advantage of some rainy weather today to catch up on some video tutorials on optimizing donation pages and social media. Convio's recent presentation…
- Are Nonprofits Effectively Using New Social Media Tools? by: Norman Reiss
  September 16, 2009, 11:00
  This week has featured a flurry of comments about whether nonprofits are taking advantage of new social media tools such as Twitter. Seth Godin says no but…
- Report from Social Good Conference by: Norman Reiss
  August 29, 2009, 08:51
  Yesterday's Social Good Conference was the final event of the Summer of Social Good, benefiting four nonprofit organizations which were featured at yesterday'…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  August 13, 2009, 15:29
  Usability testing is a great way to find out how well your web site is really meeting the needs of your audience. Take a look at Userfly and how Beaconfire…
Category: fundraising (114)
- Preview - Center for Nonprofit Success Online Fundraising Event - Feb. 28 by: Norman Reiss
  February 14, 2012, 15:55
  Later this month I'll be participating in a panel discussion on Online Fundraising: Harnessing Technology to Build and Maintain Relationships. sponsored by the…
- Blackbaud Will Buy Convio - My Thoughts by: Norman Reiss
  January 21, 2012, 12:41
  Having watched many nonprofit vendors combine over the years, I probably shouldn't be surprised by this week's news that Blackbaud intends to acquire Convio.…
- Have You Seen These Recent 'Top 10' Lists for Nonprofits? by: nhr2000
  January 14, 2012, 08:59
  Apparently, like many of us start off a new year by making resolutions, so should nonprofits. Recently I've noticed many top ten lists, focusing on online…
- Reviewing 5 Years at Nonprofit Bridge by: Norman Reiss
  December 28, 2011, 11:50
  Next month will mark my fifth year since beginning my blog at Nonprofit Bridge. Since my first post on Jan 23, 2007, I've expanded my focus well beyond…
- Are You Working Between the Holidays? by: Norman Reiss
  December 22, 2011, 10:37
  I'll be in the office next week, as I suspect many of you will be (especially if you are wrapping up your year-end fundraising campaign). Here's some ideas…
- How To Make Your Nonprofit Multi-Channel by: Norman Reiss
  December 14, 2011, 22:29
  Why is it so difficult for nonprofits to implement a multi-channel communications / fundraising strategy, even though integrated campaigns have been proven to…
- End of Year Fundraising Appeals - What Works by: Norman Reiss
  December 7, 2011, 10:29
  It's December, so it's not surprising that my mailbox has been filled with nonprofit fundraising appeals recently. I really don't like direct mail (even if I…
- How to Be Thankful To Your Supporters by: Norman Reiss
  November 15, 2011, 17:47
  With Thanksgiving arriving next week in the US, it's a great time to think about gratitude, especially to constituents who are long term supporters of your…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  November 8, 2011, 08:47
  If you've been wondering when you can build your nonprofit page on Google+, now's the time. Heather Mansfield offers help on How to Create a Google+ Page For…
- Request to Charities I Support - Get to Know Me by: Norman Reiss
  October 2, 2011, 20:58
  Although I've made most of my contributions online in recent years, most of the nonprofits I support continue to send me direct mail asking for my support.…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  September 12, 2011, 16:50
  Among the many tips offered at Friday's session on Facebook Tactics That Get Results offered by M&R Strategic Services and Nten was the reminder that very…
- 7 Tips to Implement a Successful Fall ePhilanthropy Campaign by: Norman Reiss
  September 5, 2011, 08:27
  Sadly, Labor Day is followed by fall with shorter days and cooler weather. But it also provides an opportunity to reconnect with your constituents, climaxed…
- Report from Event Fundraising Roundtable by: Norman Reiss
  August 18, 2011, 11:32
  This week I joined many nonprofit colleagues at the Event Fundraising Table sponsored by the Run Walk Ride Fundraising Council, Blackbaud, Charity Dynamics and…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  July 10, 2011, 10:07
  For best results in ephilanthropy initiatives, I've always advocated for an active partnership between Communications and Development. Here's more reasons…
- Why Everyone is in Communications by: Norman Reiss
  June 26, 2011, 12:17
  If you've followed my blog for awhile, you're probably familiar with my theme that if you work for a nonprofit, you should be involved with fundraising, even…
- Lessons From Charity:Water by: Norman Reiss
  June 12, 2011, 07:43
  At Friday's Fundraising Day in NYC, I had the pleasure of learning online strategy from the nonprofit that has probably done it best in recent years. In only…
- Need Job Description for Integrated Fundraising / Communications Position? by: Norman Reiss
  February 27, 2011, 10:20
  If so, consider these suggestions from Internet Management for Nonprofits, which offers a detailed competency profile for a Manager / Director of Integrated…
- Why You Need to Connect Advocacy with Fundraising by: Norman Reiss
  February 19, 2011, 08:52
  When planning your integrated communications / fundraising calendar, you may offer several opportunities for your constituents to take action on issues your…
- Why Technology is Core to Your Mission by: Norman Reiss
  January 22, 2011, 09:51
  Back when I was focused mostly on technology, my role was often viewed as a back end function, not really part of the core mission of the organization I worked…
- I Will Join Jewish Funds for Justice in 2011 by: Norman Reiss
  December 24, 2010, 09:14
  I am pleased to announce that I have accepted an offer to join Jewish Funds for Justice to direct their online initiatives and will begin Monday, January 3,…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  December 18, 2010, 09:12
  I've long advocated using web based applications, but are we ready for a cloud operating system? Here's a first look at Google's Chrome OS, planned for…
- Many Great Reports Out This Week by: Norman Reiss
  December 11, 2010, 09:57
  The Online Giving Study from Network for Good and True Sense Marketing offers a comprehensive look of ephilanthropy, covering a 7 year time span and a wide…
- It's December - Year End Fundraising Plan in Place? by: Norman Reiss
  December 1, 2010, 08:13
  December is the best time of year to reach out to your constituents for financial support. If you haven't yet finalized your year end fundraising campaign,…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  November 12, 2010, 09:03
  Attended an interesting session on email marketing and social media at the All About Email Virtual Conference and Expo yesterday, reviewing how these channels…
- Enabling Donors to Choose How Money Is Used by: Norman Reiss
  November 6, 2010, 07:52
  This week I was invited to take a look at GiveLoop, a new software platform for processing online donations. Inspired by sites such as Kiva and DonorsChoose,…
- Highlights from My Twitter Stream by: Norman Reiss
  October 16, 2010, 07:48
  Social networking continues to be everyone's favorite topic. Convio released a Nonprofit Social Media Guide for Nonprofits. Nten shared more about its…
- What I Learned This Week by: Norman Reiss
  September 25, 2010, 08:37
  What's especially nice about the nonprofit community is how generous everyone is in sharing their knowledge. This week I attended the Westchester Chapter…
- Report from NYC 501 Tech Club Meeting on Brandraising by: Norman Reiss
  September 17, 2010, 15:29
  At this week's monthly NYC 501 Tech Club meeting, Sarah Durham of Big Duck offered highlights from her recently published Brandraising: How Nonprofits Raise…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  September 2, 2010, 07:44
  Social media expert Beth Kanter updated her list of listening, monitoring, engaging and management tools. It's not easy to measure the results of social…
- Taking a New Approach to Donor Stewardship by: Norman Reiss
  August 21, 2010, 08:35
  This week's installment of the Blackbaud webinar series Cultivating Lifelong Donors: Stewarship and the Fundraising Pyramid presented by Lawrence Henze…
- Turning a Loss Into a Gain by: Norman Reiss
  July 23, 2010, 18:02
  As I've done for several years, I went to the Long Beach Arts & Crafts Festival last weekend, an event held two weekends each summer on the boardwalk in…
- Top Books on Nonprofit Marketing and Fundraising by: Norman Reiss
  June 25, 2010, 10:06
  As much as I'm on the web, I'm also a big reader, especially of books in ephilanthropy. Here's some selections from my summer reading list: The Networked…
- Oldies but Goodies about Fundraising and Marketing by: Norman Reiss
  June 11, 2010, 07:39
  When my wife and I moved to a smaller home last year, I was faced with the daunting task of reviewing a batch of papers that I had accumulated over the years,…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  June 5, 2010, 08:08
  Attended this week's NYC chapter meeting of the Internet Strategy Forum, where we discussed the latest changes on Facebook. View the presentation; plan to…
- Fundraising - Do You Just Keep Doing the Same Things? by: Norman Reiss
  May 28, 2010, 15:20
  This week I picked up my car after having some work done which resulted in my radio 'forgetting' the preset stations. So I quickly reprogrammed them back to…
- Highlights from My Twitter Stream by: Norman Reiss
  May 22, 2010, 08:06
  Jocelyn Harmon and Geoff Livingston had an interesting discussion this week on the perennial question, Is It Possible to Raise Money with Social Media? As…
- Upcoming ePhilanthropy Events by: Norman Reiss
  May 7, 2010, 08:56
  I will be moderating two sessions at next week's International Fundraising eConference which brings together many of the nonprofit sector's leaders in online…
- Small Nonprofits Shine in New eNonprofit Benchmarks Study by: Norman Reiss
  April 30, 2010, 08:15
  In the just released 2010 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study, small nonprofits showed better email marketing metrics than larger organizations. Statistics also…
- Would you send out an appeal like this? by: Norman Reiss
  April 2, 2010, 08:25
  Even though I almost exclusively donate online, many nonprofits I support regularly send direct mail, most which I quickly dispose of after a quick scan.…
- Targeting Donors by Generation by: Norman Reiss
  March 26, 2010, 07:48
  Yesterday I attended a workshop which reviewed the results of the Next Generation of American Giving, sponsored by Convio, Edge Research and Sea Change…
- Report from NYC 501 Tech Club by: Norman Reiss
  March 18, 2010, 07:37
  Attended another enlightening NYC 501 Tech Club meeting last night, featuring mobile text messaging. Speakers included Katrin Verclas of MobileActive, Jed…
- Online, Social Media, Mobile Are First Response Channels of Choice by: Norman Reiss
  March 11, 2010, 15:53
  Blackbaud's Steve MacLaughlin kicked off a Lessons Learned from Haiti webinar series today with an overall review of how many nonprofits responded to the…
- Last Chance to Complete 2010 Nonprofit Social Networking Survey by: Norman Reiss
  March 3, 2010, 13:04
  If you haven't yet completed the 2010 Nonprofit Social Networking Survey, please do so now. This initiative is co-sponsored by Common Knowledge, Nten and The…
- Notes from NYC Convio User Group Meeting by: Norman Reiss
  February 27, 2010, 09:05
  This week's meeting focused on reviewing nonprofit web sites which were recently redesigned. Since many of us consult mostly with co-workers when developing…
- Why Small Donations Matter by: Norman Reiss
  February 6, 2010, 09:34
  In addition to spending many hours online, I still do read books. Recently I finished Wendy Smith's Give a Little - How Small Donations Are Changing the…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  January 30, 2010, 09:14
  When you present, do you get frustrated with attendees who seem to be paying more attention to their phones / computers than to your presentation? In her…
- Analyzing Your Online Giving Campaign by: Norman Reiss
  January 22, 2010, 18:45
  Depending on how you interpret the 2009 statistics, online giving is the greatest thing since sliced bread or is over-hyped and still represents a small piece…
- Thoughts on Fundraising - Online, Mobile, Direct Mail by: Norman Reiss
  January 15, 2010, 13:23
  This week's disaster in Haiti has again highlighted online fundraising, as well as an expanded role for text messaging to raise money. Apparently giving…
- Best Nonprofit Strategies for 2010 and a Look Back at 2009 by: Norman Reiss
  January 7, 2010, 18:35
  Care2's Frogloop surveyed some of our brightest stars to summarize the Best Nonprofit Strategies for 2010. Network for Good's Katya Andresen and Blackbaud'…
- A Holiday Gift to You by: Norman Reiss
  December 24, 2009, 14:14
  2010 will begin the fourth year for Nonprofit Bridge. Whether you have recently discovered our blog or have followed us since the beginning, I'd like to…
- Some of My Favorite Nonprofits by: Norman Reiss
  December 18, 2009, 16:39
  These are some organizations I support either financially, as a volunteer, or both: G-ds Love We Deliver provides food deliveries to anyone suffering from…
- Practical Examples of Cross-Channel Success by: Norman Reiss
  December 8, 2009, 09:20
  As a regular user of the New York Public Library, I've usually had to time my visits to when the branches are open. In the past, there have been at least one…
- Preparing for Philanthropy's Black Friday by: Norman Reiss
  December 2, 2009, 08:51
  Most nonprofits get the bulk of their donations during December. So what can we do to get the word out this month? Heavyweight Salvation Army has stepped…
- Thoughts at Thanksgiving On Gratitude by: Norman Reiss
  November 26, 2009, 08:16
  Shortly before Thanksgiving, I reached out to some friends and colleagues to ask about plans for the holiday and to wish them well. A few conversations…
- Notes on Meetings Near & Far by: Norman Reiss
  November 20, 2009, 18:54
  The NYC 501 Tech Club returned this week with a new format - presentation + networking. Big Duck's Farra Trompeter moderated a discussion on multi-channel…
- Fundraising Tips / New Attention on Kiva by: Norman Reiss
  November 12, 2009, 11:24
  Many articles lately on how supporters can be your strongest fundraisers: In Understanding the New Breed of Digital Donor, Fundraising Success demonstrates…
- State of Online Fundraising by: Norman Reiss
  November 4, 2009, 15:47
  Today's Nten webinar led by Blackbaud Internet evangelist Steve MacLaughlin offered a comprehensive review of online fundraising. See Steve's Connections…
- Report from NYC Convio User Group by: Norman Reiss
  October 31, 2009, 06:54
  As we enter the most important part of the year for fundraising, Convio's Blake Groves and Marc Cannon provided many useful pointers at this week's NYC Convio…
- Tips from the Experts by: Norman Reiss
  October 24, 2009, 15:48
  Took advantage of some rainy weather today to catch up on some video tutorials on optimizing donation pages and social media. Convio's recent presentation…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  October 19, 2009, 09:18
  America's Giving Challenge has kicked off - raise funds for your favorite nonprofit(s) and compete for award monies for top fundraisers. The Agitator…
- New Articles / Events on Online Fundraising by: Norman Reiss
  October 2, 2009, 07:46
  Nten offers two new articles covering online giving: Steve MacLaughlin offers an optimistic overview, showing how online giving continues to increase…
- Tips from an ePhilanthropy Pioneer by: Norman Reiss
  September 11, 2009, 11:08
  eTapestry introduced their 'software as a service' product in 1999, long before many others realized the benefits of a web based interface. (eTapestry was…
- Multi-Channel Strategies Main Theme at New York Fundraising Summit by: Norman Reiss
  June 5, 2009, 06:47
  Yesterday I had the pleasure of participating in the New York Fundraising Summit. I joined Paul Habig of SankyNet and Luke Vander Linden of Carl Bloom…
- How Not to Implement Online Strategies by: Norman Reiss
  May 30, 2009, 07:56
  Below are excerpts at my planned presentation at next week's NY Fundraising Summit, where I will be speaking in the session Online Fundraising: Harnessing…
- 2009 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study by: Norman Reiss
  May 22, 2009, 06:13
  If you haven't yet seen it, take a look at the latest eNonprofit Benchmarks Study released last week where you can also listen to the recording or view slides…
- How to Attend a Conference - Web 2.0 Style by: Norman Reiss
  May 14, 2009, 06:48
  This week I've participated in the International Fundraising eConference which has demonstrated a completely new way to learn more about ephilanthropy…
- New Ways to Approach Online Fundraising in Tough Times by: Norman Reiss
  May 8, 2009, 06:30
  According to the Chronicle of Philanthropy, online giving continued to increase in 2008, but at a slower percentage than in 2007. M&R Strategic Services…
- News From NTC: New Reports on Social Media, Donor Management Systems by: Norman Reiss
  April 28, 2009, 06:17
  During this week's Nonprofit Technology Conference, two new reports have been released: Nonprofit Social Network Survey Report by Nten, Common Knowledge…
- Does Your Nonprofit Operate as Constituents View Us - As One Organization? by: Norman Reiss
  April 22, 2009, 06:40
  Many of us in the nonprofit sector aren't as effective as we could be in interacting with our constituents because departments of our organizations aren't…
- ePhilanthropy Tips from Around the Web by: Norman Reiss
  April 8, 2009, 06:30
  Do You Really Need an Online Community - Also, do you setup your own community using a tool like Ning, or do you establish a presence on existing communities…
- Jakob Nielsen on Non-Profit Web Site Usability by: Norman Reiss
  March 31, 2009, 06:33
  Non-Profit Web Site Usability
- New Findings About Online Giving by: Norman Reiss
  March 22, 2009, 19:03
  The recently released donorCentrics™ Internet Giving Benchmarking Analysis offers many interesting insights about online giving. Steve MacLaughlin's blog…
- More Ideas on Fundraising During a Recession by: Norman Reiss
  February 25, 2009, 21:17
  The Chronicle of Philanthropy recently offered these 10 tips: Don't treat giving as a financial transaction - instead, treat donors as you would friends or…
- Staying Positive Despite Bad News All Around Us by: Norman Reiss
  February 16, 2009, 10:35
  A recent Chronicle of Philanthropy article mentions that not only have many nonprofit organizations (including my own) already had to cut staff, but that worse…
- New ePhilanthropy Resources From Around the Web by: Norman Reiss
  January 23, 2009, 07:31
  Do you take the time to analyze how long visitors stay on your web site, and what paths they take?. Try these 14 free tools to find out why they leave.…
- Getting Started with ePhilanthropy Webinar - Wed, Jan. 21 at 7 PM EST by: Norman Reiss
  January 10, 2009, 16:09
  Thanks to Allan Pressel of CharityFinders and Cristine Cronin of NY Charities for joining me at this week's event at the NYC Foundation Center, Online…
- Online Fundraising Strategies for Tough Times by: Norman Reiss
  January 7, 2009, 07:25
  Reminder: Thursday evening, January 8, I will moderate a panel discussion at the NYC Foundation Center, Online Fundraising Strategies for Tough Times. Guest…
- A Year End Donation Story by: Norman Reiss
  December 30, 2008, 17:55
  With 2008 ending soon, I realized this week that it was time to finish charitable donations to maximize our tax deduction. Although my wife and I give to…
- Upcoming Program at Foundation Center in NYC by: Norman Reiss
  December 17, 2008, 06:47
  On Thursday, January 8, 2009, from 5:30 - 7:30 PM EST, I will be moderating a program at the NYC Foundation Center, Online Fundraising Strategies for Tough…
- Don't Use the Economy As An Excuse Not to Give by: Norman Reiss
  December 9, 2008, 08:02
  With all the talk lately about this year's meltdown in the financial markets, it's easy to get caught up in negative talk about how bad things are, and how…
- Notes from Convio Summit by: Norman Reiss
  November 22, 2008, 10:06
  This week I attended my first Convio Summit in Austin, Texas. Probably the most valuable part was the first day, where I joined many other national accounts…
- Next Week's Presentation at Convio Summit by: Norman Reiss
  November 14, 2008, 07:03
  For several months, I've been managing an implementation to Convio at my current organization first for TeamRaiser and then for other events, donation forms,…
- Pathways to Nonprofit Excellence by: Norman Reiss
  November 10, 2008, 09:59
  Last week the Nonprofit Coordinating Committee of New York hosted a conference to learn more from the organizations that have been recognized in the New York…
- Online Communications - More Important Than Ever by: Norman Reiss
  October 30, 2008, 11:29
  A few nonprofit organizations I've spoken to recently have told me that in the light of the financial crisis, they are reconsidering the need for positions…
- New Competition for 'Traditional' Nonprofits by: Norman Reiss
  August 5, 2008, 15:26
  While reviewing an online donation form recently, I came across this default question: "keep me informed about how my gift is being used." This seemed like…
- More ePhilanthropy Ideas from Around the Web by: Norman Reiss
  July 17, 2008, 15:28
  Guidestar summarizes recent Giving USA online fundraising survey: while Internet giving is widely used, it still represents a small portion (under 5%) of…
- Coordinating Online Communications and Fundraising Strategies by: Norman Reiss
  July 12, 2008, 15:28
  Michael Hoffman, CEO of See3 asked this question on the Nten elist this week: how other organizations create a balance between the Communications and the…
- Online Fundraising over Billion in 2007 by: Norman Reiss
  July 2, 2008, 15:30
  Ted Hart provides a look at how online fundraising has grown from
  in 1999 to .44 billion in 2007. A graph and brief write-up is available at Slideshare.…
- Integrated Fundraising - No Longer Optional by: Norman Reiss
  June 26, 2008, 15:31
  Probably the best book explaining the benefits of ephilanthropy I've seen to date is Ted Hart's People to People Fundraising. Multiple experts from nonprofit…
- Notes from Fundraising Day, ePhilanthropy Symposium by: Norman Reiss
  June 17, 2008, 15:31
  I joined over 2000 colleagues who help nonprofits raise money at Fundraising Day last week. Some takeaways: Mark Rovner offered these tips: Ask When…
- Resources: Online Communications, Fundraising & More by: Norman Reiss
  May 28, 2008, 15:41
  The SPIN Project provides a online communications tutorial that offers many suggestions how nonprofits can develop online communications strategies. Most…
- Ways to Boost Online Giving by: Norman Reiss
  May 20, 2008, 15:42
  DonorDigital recently released a report, Perfecting Your Page: Can donation page optimization boost online giving? Apparently the answer is yes. Report…
- 2008 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study by: Norman Reiss
  April 25, 2008, 15:44
  Nten and M&R Strategic Services have released a fascinating study which provides metrics for online messaging, fundraising and advocacy. Some highlights…
- Progress Report on Online Fundraising by: Norman Reiss
  April 18, 2008, 15:45
  The Association of Fundraising Professionals recently provided a stimulating appraisal on the state of Online Fundraising in 2008. For nonprofits that still…
- Taking ePhilanthropy to the Next Level by: Norman Reiss
  February 20, 2008, 15:50
  Tonight I attended the kick off event for a new ePhilanthropy book by Ted Hart, James Greenfield and Sheeraz Haji People to People Fundraising as well as an…
- Online Fundraising or Direct Mail? Use Both by: Norman Reiss
  January 21, 2008, 15:53
  Does online fundraising offer a huge opportunity for most nonprofits? Yes. Does this mean that the more traditional direct mail methods should no longer be…
- Learning from Nonprofit Leaders at Baruch by: Norman Reiss
  December 13, 2007, 15:57
  Last week my alma mater announced the creation of the Center for Nonprofit Strategy and Management, featuring monthly seminars focused on the nonprofit…
- New Charitable Gift Survey Yields Surprising Results by: Norman Reiss
  November 29, 2007, 15:58
  In the recently released American Express Charitable Gift Survey, there are some surprising insights about online fundraising. Through a two week sample of…
- Bridging Divide between Fundraising and Marketing by: Norman Reiss
  November 22, 2007, 15:59
  As I've become more involved in development issues, I joined the Association of Fundraising Professionals this year. I recently received their Advancing…
- The Wired Fundraiser by: Norman Reiss
  November 3, 2007, 16:01
  Network For Good, which recently started a monthly teleconference series in nonprofit marketing and online fundraising, has now released a study, The Wired…
- How Not to Fundraise by: Norman Reiss
  October 9, 2007, 16:04
  How to make sure readers pay attention to enewsletters? Perhaps featuring articles with numbered lists helps; Guidestar's recent enewsletter featured the…
- Using Dashboards to Measure Results by: Norman Reiss
  September 11, 2007, 16:07
  At the Nonprofit Excellence Awards I attended earlier this year, Witness was recognized for excellence in communications, including a 'performance dashboard'…
- Why People Give by: Norman Reiss
  August 29, 2007, 16:09
  Why do people give? I found these ideas on a blog post entitled Fundraising 101: They believe you are making a difference in a cause they care…
- A New Day at Kintera by: Norman Reiss
  August 16, 2007, 16:12
  Since my current organization has used Kintera since January 2005, I eagerly signed up for yesterday's Nten conference call with Scott Crowder, who joined the…
- New fundraising / engagement techniques by: Norman Reiss
  August 9, 2007, 16:12
  A recent article in Philanthropy Journal described how nonprofits are using new media to engage constituents. Major points: delivering information to…
- Group Fundraising - converting donors to fundraisers by: Norman Reiss
  July 25, 2007, 16:15
  Peter Dietz, micro-philanthropy consultant, hosted a Nten webinar on group fundraising last week, reviewing many new services which allow constituents to do…
- Direct Mail or Online Acquisition by: Norman Reiss
  July 20, 2007, 16:15
  In a recent article in Fundraising Success, Karen Taggart of Care2 explores offline vs. online fundraising. Many points seem to point to the benefits of online…
- Network for Good - Cultivating Donors Online by: Norman Reiss
  July 13, 2007, 16:16
  Attended a very informative session yesterday by Katya Andresen of Network for Good on Cultivating Donors Online. What was particularly helpful was her…
- Many good online fundraising tips from Canadian based Artez Interactive by: Norman Reiss
  July 7, 2007, 16:17
  Recently I had the opportunity to chat with Paul Estey, VP Strategy at Artez Interactive, a Canadian based firm which helps nonprofits with "web and technology-…
- Report from Fundraising Day NYC by: Norman Reiss
  June 19, 2007, 16:18
  I joined over 1800 at last week's Fundraising Day, sponsored by the Association of Development Professionals. I focused on sessions covering online…
- Are Special Events Worthwhile? by: Norman Reiss
  May 31, 2007, 16:22
  A report released earlier this month by Charity Navigator raises interesting questions on whether special events are an effective way for nonprofits to raise…
- More from Summit: Fundraising in the 21st Century by: Norman Reiss
  May 18, 2007, 16:23
  As promised, below are my notes from Andrew Nibley's presentation, EDonors: Fundraising in the 21st Century, from Monday's Westchester Not-For-Profit Leadership…
- Should a nonprofit operate like a business? by: Norman Reiss
  May 3, 2007, 16:26
  In the Information Systems Forum group that I participate in, there has been a running dialog lately about whether a nonprofit should operate as a business. …
- Online Fundraising Tips by: Norman Reiss
  February 22, 2007, 16:33
  Attended a webinar on special events this week by the ePhilanthropy Foundation, led by CEO of Artez Interactive. Many worthwhile tips for online fundraising…
Category: technology (62)
- Preview - Center for Nonprofit Success Online Fundraising Event - Feb. 28 by: Norman Reiss
  February 14, 2012, 15:55
  Later this month I'll be participating in a panel discussion on Online Fundraising: Harnessing Technology to Build and Maintain Relationships. sponsored by the…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: nhr2000
  February 5, 2012, 08:34
  This week's torrent of news centered around Susan B. Komen's decision to pull funding from Planned Parenthood, the torrent of outrage which eventually caused…
- A Software Fable by: nhr2000
  January 30, 2012, 22:52
  Suppose you join a small nonprofit organization with one office. As the new IT person, you decide to build a software application to help the office to work…
- Blackbaud Will Buy Convio - My Thoughts by: Norman Reiss
  January 21, 2012, 12:41
  Having watched many nonprofit vendors combine over the years, I probably shouldn't be surprised by this week's news that Blackbaud intends to acquire Convio.…
- More Highlights from 5 Years of Nonprofit Bridge by: Norman Reiss
  January 5, 2012, 17:56
  More blasts from past posts from Nonprofit Bridge: How a nonprofit is organized can greatly impact its online success. From mid-2008, here's Building a…
- Reviewing 5 Years at Nonprofit Bridge by: Norman Reiss
  December 28, 2011, 11:50
  Next month will mark my fifth year since beginning my blog at Nonprofit Bridge. Since my first post on Jan 23, 2007, I've expanded my focus well beyond…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  August 6, 2011, 13:16
  If you missed this week's Social Media for Nonprofits NYC event, you can get a great summary from Big Duck's Farra Trompeter, who presented a great step by…
- Too Much Content? Less is More by: nhr2000
  July 31, 2011, 12:13
  OK, we're all trying to keep up with email, Facebook, Twitter and now Google Plus. So we're scanning our messages quickly, and consider it an accomplishment…
- What's Next for Me - Center for Court Innovation by: nhr2000
  July 23, 2011, 14:17
  Since moving to the nonprofit sector in August 2000, I've held a wide range of roles at multiple organizations, promoting technology to help achieve nonprofits'…
- Taking a Look at Website Usability by: Norman Reiss
  May 30, 2011, 11:08
  In his latest book Rocket Surgery Made Easy, Steve Krug debunks the misconception that it takes a lot of money and resources to test your website for usability.…
- You Don't Need to Recreate the Wheel by: Norman Reiss
  May 22, 2011, 07:33
  Trying to figure out how your organization can be more effective online? There are many nonprofits that are already succeeding that you can learn from.…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  March 5, 2011, 09:18
  If you're convinced that integrated fundraising / marketing would help your organization but are finding it a challenge to implement, read these tips from…
- Why Technology is Core to Your Mission by: Norman Reiss
  January 22, 2011, 09:51
  Back when I was focused mostly on technology, my role was often viewed as a back end function, not really part of the core mission of the organization I worked…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  November 12, 2010, 09:03
  Attended an interesting session on email marketing and social media at the All About Email Virtual Conference and Expo yesterday, reviewing how these channels…
- Enabling Donors to Choose How Money Is Used by: Norman Reiss
  November 6, 2010, 07:52
  This week I was invited to take a look at GiveLoop, a new software platform for processing online donations. Inspired by sites such as Kiva and DonorsChoose,…
- Why Small Donations Matter by: Norman Reiss
  February 6, 2010, 09:34
  In addition to spending many hours online, I still do read books. Recently I finished Wendy Smith's Give a Little - How Small Donations Are Changing the…
- Analyzing Your Online Giving Campaign by: Norman Reiss
  January 22, 2010, 18:45
  Depending on how you interpret the 2009 statistics, online giving is the greatest thing since sliced bread or is over-hyped and still represents a small piece…
- A Holiday Gift to You by: Norman Reiss
  December 24, 2009, 14:14
  2010 will begin the fourth year for Nonprofit Bridge. Whether you have recently discovered our blog or have followed us since the beginning, I'd like to…
- Report from Online Nonprofit Technology Conference by: Norman Reiss
  September 18, 2009, 08:46
  This week I had the pleasure of participating in Nten's first Online Nonprofit Technology Conference. While on a much smaller scale than the annual spring…
- Are Nonprofits Effectively Using New Social Media Tools? by: Norman Reiss
  September 16, 2009, 11:00
  This week has featured a flurry of comments about whether nonprofits are taking advantage of new social media tools such as Twitter. Seth Godin says no but…
- Tips from an ePhilanthropy Pioneer by: Norman Reiss
  September 11, 2009, 11:08
  eTapestry introduced their 'software as a service' product in 1999, long before many others realized the benefits of a web based interface. (eTapestry was…
- Why It's Not the Technology by: Norman Reiss
  September 4, 2009, 07:23
  In preparing for its upcoming Online Nonprofit Technology Conference, Nten has asked What's Holding Your Technology Back? I've posted a lengthy response, but…
- Report from Social Good Conference by: Norman Reiss
  August 29, 2009, 08:51
  Yesterday's Social Good Conference was the final event of the Summer of Social Good, benefiting four nonprofit organizations which were featured at yesterday'…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  August 13, 2009, 15:29
  Usability testing is a great way to find out how well your web site is really meeting the needs of your audience. Take a look at Userfly and how Beaconfire…
- The Importance of Training by: Norman Reiss
  July 10, 2009, 16:23
  At many organizations that I've worked at, projects often don't meet expectations not because of a bad product but more due to a lack of staff training. Many…
- Web Applications, Benefits of Collaboration, Online Communications by: Norman Reiss
  June 23, 2009, 05:56
  While the daily newspaper may be a dying breed, I still find reasons to read the Wall Street Journal on my daily commute. A few interesting items from…
- How Not to Implement Online Strategies by: Norman Reiss
  May 30, 2009, 07:56
  Below are excerpts at my planned presentation at next week's NY Fundraising Summit, where I will be speaking in the session Online Fundraising: Harnessing…
- News From NTC: New Reports on Social Media, Donor Management Systems by: Norman Reiss
  April 28, 2009, 06:17
  During this week's Nonprofit Technology Conference, two new reports have been released: Nonprofit Social Network Survey Report by Nten, Common Knowledge…
- Reporting Across Multiple Systems by: Norman Reiss
  April 17, 2009, 06:20
  Currently I spend a few days each week generating reports for transmission of information between my organization's online and offline systems. Matt McCabe…
- Tips on Selecting and Working With an Online Vendor by: Norman Reiss
  March 13, 2009, 06:34
  Tips on getting the most of your relationship with an online services provider, such as Convio or Kintera.
- Staying Positive Despite Bad News All Around Us by: Norman Reiss
  February 16, 2009, 10:35
  A recent Chronicle of Philanthropy article mentions that not only have many nonprofit organizations (including my own) already had to cut staff, but that worse…
- Random Thoughts at Thanksgiving by: Norman Reiss
  November 28, 2008, 08:21
  Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday of the year since it encourages us to stop and think about what is already wonderful about our life. No matter what is…
- Notes from Convio Summit by: Norman Reiss
  November 22, 2008, 10:06
  This week I attended my first Convio Summit in Austin, Texas. Probably the most valuable part was the first day, where I joined many other national accounts…
- Tips on Working with an Online Vendor by: Norman Reiss
  September 12, 2008, 15:22
  At my current organization, we've just rolled out our first week of going live with Convio for our national walks program, which raised over million in the…
- Examples of Nonprofit Excellence by: Norman Reiss
  July 8, 2008, 15:29
  Congratulations to the winners at the recent New York Times Company Nonprofit Excellence Awards: Community Health Action of Staten Island (overall management…
- Blackbaud to buy Kintera, but... by: Norman Reiss
  June 2, 2008, 15:33
  This isn't a surprise to me; hopefully this will give Kintera the financial backing it has long needed. But I wonder how will Blackbaud integrate Kintera's…
- Nonprofit Bridge Web Site Now Live by: Norman Reiss
  March 14, 2008, 15:48
  While I still expect to post most of my content in my blog, I've added additional sections which will include further details on my background, past presentatio…
- Collaboration and Management in Cross-Departmental Web Projects by: Norman Reiss
  January 11, 2008, 15:53
  At today's Managing Nonprofit Technology Projects conference, I facilitated a session on Collaboration and Management in Cross-Departmental Web Projects. We…
- How Not to Integrate Offline & Online Data by: Norman Reiss
  December 18, 2007, 15:56
  This week my wife and I have embarked on a new adventure to combine our phone, TV and Internet service to Verizon's FIOS. Placing the order was quite a…
- What is ePhilanthropy? by: Norman Reiss
  November 16, 2007, 16:00
  As I've worked on defining my brand this year, I've reviewed my accomplishments since joining the nonprofit sector in 2000. The achievements I am most proud…
- Making Sense Out of Data Integration by: Norman Reiss
  October 25, 2007, 16:02
  Peter Campbell, IT Director of Earthjustice and author of Tech Cafeteria has published a wonderful primer on data integration, Understanding the Alphabet Soup…
- Report from NYC Joomla Day by: Norman Reiss
  October 17, 2007, 16:03
  Sat, Oct. 13 I attended the NYC Joomla Day run by PICnet and sponsored by Google. Joomla is currently the most popular open source CMS (Drupal and Plone are…
- Strategies for Successful ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  September 27, 2007, 16:05
  Attended ephilanthropy.org's eTour this morning which focused on how to use online strategies for fundraising, advocacy and engaging constituents. Outgoing…
- Using Dashboards to Measure Results by: Norman Reiss
  September 11, 2007, 16:07
  At the Nonprofit Excellence Awards I attended earlier this year, Witness was recognized for excellence in communications, including a 'performance dashboard'…
- A New Day at Kintera by: Norman Reiss
  August 16, 2007, 16:12
  Since my current organization has used Kintera since January 2005, I eagerly signed up for yesterday's Nten conference call with Scott Crowder, who joined the…
- New fundraising / engagement techniques by: Norman Reiss
  August 9, 2007, 16:12
  A recent article in Philanthropy Journal described how nonprofits are using new media to engage constituents. Major points: delivering information to…
- Does this happen in your organization? by: Norman Reiss
  August 2, 2007, 16:13
  While coming back from lunch today, I met a staff member from our finance department in the elevator. Our office is setup in a way that finance and the…
- Many good online fundraising tips from Canadian based Artez Interactive by: Norman Reiss
  July 7, 2007, 16:17
  Recently I had the opportunity to chat with Paul Estey, VP Strategy at Artez Interactive, a Canadian based firm which helps nonprofits with "web and technology-…
- Report from Boston Technology Conference by: Norman Reiss
  June 11, 2007, 16:21
  On June 5, 2007, I participated in a panel at the Boston Technology Conference which discussed how CRM and CMS tools can be effectively used by nonprofit…
- Innovative ways to use technology in nonprofits by: Norman Reiss
  May 10, 2007, 16:25
  Spent some time recently at the Foundation Center (a great resource for information about nonprofits) and scanned articles from the Chronicle of Philanthropy.…
- Should a nonprofit operate like a business? by: Norman Reiss
  May 3, 2007, 16:26
  In the Information Systems Forum group that I participate in, there has been a running dialog lately about whether a nonprofit should operate as a business. …
- Secrets of User Support by: Norman Reiss
  March 16, 2007, 16:29
  In the early days of my IT career, I supported users on a help desk. But even as I've grown into higher level roles in an organization, I often end up…
- Daylight Savings Time arrives this weekend by: Norman Reiss
  March 8, 2007, 16:31
  I'm happy about a few extra weeks of longer days resulting from this weekend's early change to Daylight Savings Time, but it's caused quite a commotion with…
- Three Approaches to Data Integration by: Norman Reiss
  February 16, 2007, 16:34
  Laura Quinn, Director of Idealware has released a valuable analysis on three approaches to data integration. Her site provides articles which help nonprofits…
- Are You Backed Up? by: Norman Reiss
  February 13, 2007, 16:34
  There is a nice summary in the Wall Street Journal today on online backup programs. It's amazing to me how many organizations don't get serious about data…
- List of Innovative Nonprofits by: Norman Reiss
  February 7, 2007, 16:36
  GetActive, NetSquared and Squidoo have combined to put together a list of the 59 Smartest Organizations Online, nonprofit organizations that are using the…
- Convio & GetActive Speak, New Integration Report on APIs by: Norman Reiss
  February 6, 2007, 16:37
  Listened to an NTen sponsored call today with Sheeraz Haji and Tom Krackeler of GetActive and Gene Austin and Dave Crooke of Convio. Both companies seemed…
- Small Business Technology Summit by: Norman Reiss
  February 2, 2007, 16:38
  Ramon Ray, editor of the Small Business Technology Report, is sponsoring the Small Business Summit in NYC on February 13. It's a great opportunity to learn…
- Windows Vista - Does Anyone Care? by: Norman Reiss
  February 1, 2007, 16:39
  Five years after the release of Windows XP, its successor Windows Vista has finally arrived. Does anyone care? Of course it will come as default on new…
- Integrated Software or Best of Breed? by: Norman Reiss
  January 31, 2007, 16:39
  Is it better to use integrated software where not all the pieces are equally good or to search out the best applications of each category and try to use them…
- Nonprofit Technology Conference - April 2007 by: Norman Reiss
  January 28, 2007, 16:40
  I've attended this conference for several years, but this is the first time I'll be presenting a session. You can view details here. My session will cover…
- Why I don't use an Ipod by: Norman Reiss
  January 25, 2007, 16:41
  A few months ago I purchased a Sansa E280 for about the same price that I could have had an Ipod, which everyone else in the world seems to prefer. I've used…
Category: project management (29)
- A Software Fable by: nhr2000
  January 30, 2012, 22:52
  Suppose you join a small nonprofit organization with one office. As the new IT person, you decide to build a software application to help the office to work…
- Reviewing 5 Years at Nonprofit Bridge by: Norman Reiss
  December 28, 2011, 11:50
  Next month will mark my fifth year since beginning my blog at Nonprofit Bridge. Since my first post on Jan 23, 2007, I've expanded my focus well beyond…
- Are You Working Between the Holidays? by: Norman Reiss
  December 22, 2011, 10:37
  I'll be in the office next week, as I suspect many of you will be (especially if you are wrapping up your year-end fundraising campaign). Here's some ideas…
- Recap of Nten Webinar - Project Managing New Drupal Website at NYPL by: Norman Reiss
  November 30, 2011, 10:00
  When I first heard Michelle Misner describe her success implementing a new Drupal website at the NY Public Library at the September Not-for-Profit Webmaster…
- How to Run a Successful Webinar by: Norman Reiss
  November 22, 2011, 17:48
  As many of my friends know, I'm a big fan of online learning, especially by attending webinars offered by organizations such as Nten. Next Tuesday, I'll be…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  November 8, 2011, 08:47
  If you've been wondering when you can build your nonprofit page on Google+, now's the time. Heather Mansfield offers help on How to Create a Google+ Page For…
- How the NY Public Library Successfully Rolled Out Website Content Management by: Norman Reiss
  September 22, 2011, 09:58
  At yesterday's quarterly meeting of the Not-for-Profit Webmaster Round Table, we shared a particularly interesting discussion on website content management.…
- More Lessons About Project Management by: Norman Reiss
  August 14, 2011, 11:24
  A few years ago, I posted Lessons About Project Management and recently added tips on How To Make Your Projects Successful. Here's an update and some new…
- What's Next for Me - Center for Court Innovation by: nhr2000
  July 23, 2011, 14:17
  Since moving to the nonprofit sector in August 2000, I've held a wide range of roles at multiple organizations, promoting technology to help achieve nonprofits'…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  July 10, 2011, 10:07
  For best results in ephilanthropy initiatives, I've always advocated for an active partnership between Communications and Development. Here's more reasons…
- How to Make Your Projects Successful by: Norman Reiss
  July 3, 2011, 11:04
  Whether or not your nonprofit organization have staff with an assigned role of "project manager," many of us are responsible for directing projects, whether…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  February 13, 2011, 22:36
  Thanks to Charles Lenchner for today's Organizing 2.0 Conference, where I presented a session on how to evaluate and implement a donor or membership database.…
- Be Proactive Not Reactive by: Norman Reiss
  February 5, 2011, 16:19
  Early in my career I worked on a help desk where I assisted co-workers with a variety of technical questions and problems. Although I've progressed to higher…
- Ways to Improve Communication by: Norman Reiss
  October 29, 2010, 11:48
  Whether you are on staff at a nonprofit or a consultant where your client is a nonprofit (I've been on both sides), maintaining good communication is critical…
- Reasons Why (and Why Not) to Do a Website Redesign by: Norman Reiss
  October 22, 2010, 19:46
  These are not good reasons for a nonprofit to begin a website redesign project You've met a web developer who convinces you that your site is outdated and…
- Highlights from My Twitter Stream by: Norman Reiss
  October 16, 2010, 07:48
  Social networking continues to be everyone's favorite topic. Convio released a Nonprofit Social Media Guide for Nonprofits. Nten shared more about its…
- Getting the Most from Virtual Meetings by: Norman Reiss
  September 8, 2010, 15:10
  I've often found myself in the position of managing conference call meetings with participants from many different locations, many of which I have never met…
- Tips for Effective Website Redesign by: Norman Reiss
  August 14, 2010, 12:01
  As other forms of online communication have become available, the main website is no longer the only place where constituents can get information about a…
- Why It's Not the Technology by: Norman Reiss
  September 4, 2009, 07:23
  In preparing for its upcoming Online Nonprofit Technology Conference, Nten has asked What's Holding Your Technology Back? I've posted a lengthy response, but…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  August 13, 2009, 15:29
  Usability testing is a great way to find out how well your web site is really meeting the needs of your audience. Take a look at Userfly and how Beaconfire…
- Lessons about Project Management by: Norman Reiss
  July 2, 2009, 06:53
  I am currently working on a project to rollout a new web site for my organization's main fundraising initiative. It's been a rocky road so far, but here's…
- Does Your Nonprofit Operate as Constituents View Us - As One Organization? by: Norman Reiss
  April 22, 2009, 06:40
  Many of us in the nonprofit sector aren't as effective as we could be in interacting with our constituents because departments of our organizations aren't…
- Tips on Selecting and Working With an Online Vendor by: Norman Reiss
  March 13, 2009, 06:34
  Tips on getting the most of your relationship with an online services provider, such as Convio or Kintera.
- Completing a Pre-Holiday Migration to a New Online Product by: Norman Reiss
  December 24, 2008, 09:11
  As part of completing my organization's move to Convio, this week I've had the 'pleasure' of completing the transfer of over 300,000 records from our offline…
- Next Week's Presentation at Convio Summit by: Norman Reiss
  November 14, 2008, 07:03
  For several months, I've been managing an implementation to Convio at my current organization first for TeamRaiser and then for other events, donation forms,…
- Notes from Project Management Professional Development Day by: Norman Reiss
  September 27, 2008, 15:20
  On Sep. 19 I attended the NYC Project Management Institute's Professional Development Day. Below are some of my takeaways: Donald Gardner, Gardner Project…
- Project Management for Nonprofits Webinar by: Norman Reiss
  February 11, 2008, 15:51
  Thanks to everyone who attended my Feb. 12 Nten webinar on Project Management for Nonprofits, discussing how nonprofits can make better use of project…
- Collaboration and Management in Cross-Departmental Web Projects by: Norman Reiss
  January 11, 2008, 15:53
  At today's Managing Nonprofit Technology Projects conference, I facilitated a session on Collaboration and Management in Cross-Departmental Web Projects. We…
- Project Management for Nonprofits? by: Norman Reiss
  March 6, 2007, 16:32
  Last year I decided to apply for the PMP (Project Management Professional) certification to enhance my skills in managing technology projects. I hoped this…
Category: event (57)
- Why I'll Be at the Nonprofit Technology Conference in April by: nhr2000
  February 21, 2012, 18:22
  For those of us who are lucky enough to be working, it's often difficult to get our organizations to support our participation in professional conferences. …
- Getting the Most from Nonprofit Events by: Norman Reiss
  September 18, 2011, 09:55
  Whether in person or online, attending a nonprofit event is a great way to learn from others about the latest strategies in online technology, communications…
- Thoughts After a Hurricane by: Norman Reiss
  August 29, 2011, 08:41
  It's been an eventful week in New York. First, we were shaken by a rare East Coast earthquake. Then, we were faced with a Hurricane Irene which forced many…
- Report from Event Fundraising Roundtable by: Norman Reiss
  August 18, 2011, 11:32
  This week I joined many nonprofit colleagues at the Event Fundraising Table sponsored by the Run Walk Ride Fundraising Council, Blackbaud, Charity Dynamics and…
- Who Will Take Care of You When You're 64? by: Norman Reiss
  July 17, 2011, 09:37
  Although I wasn't lucky enough to see Paul McCartney in concert this weekend at Yankee Stadium, I did see him in Citi Field two years ago. As a lifelong…
- Would You Stand Up to Protect a Client's Right to Privacy? by: Norman Reiss
  June 19, 2011, 08:07
  At the NYC Jewish Tech Meetup Thursday evening, Nicholas Merrill described his successful efforts as an Internet services provider to protect a client's right…
- Lessons From Charity:Water by: Norman Reiss
  June 12, 2011, 07:43
  At Friday's Fundraising Day in NYC, I had the pleasure of learning online strategy from the nonprofit that has probably done it best in recent years. In only…
- Social Media for Social Good by: Norman Reiss
  May 1, 2011, 15:32
  This week I had the pleasure of listening to a panel of social media experts at the Foundation Center's Social Media for Social Good event. Speakers included…
- Notes from Latest Benchmark Reports by: Norman Reiss
  March 27, 2011, 10:32
  Two major benchmark studies were released at the recent Nonprofit Technology Conference: the e2011 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study (#11NTCbenchmarks) and…
- 2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference Report by: Norman Reiss
  March 21, 2011, 22:35
  This year's Nonprofit Technology Conference in Washington DC was by far the biggest event we've ever had with over 2,000 attendees, plus many others who…
- See you at NTC This Week? by: Norman Reiss
  March 13, 2011, 07:35
  This week I'll be at the 2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference, where a record crowd of nearly 2,000 will discuss how nonprofits can optimize their online…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  February 13, 2011, 22:36
  Thanks to Charles Lenchner for today's Organizing 2.0 Conference, where I presented a session on how to evaluate and implement a donor or membership database.…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  December 18, 2010, 09:12
  I've long advocated using web based applications, but are we ready for a cloud operating system? Here's a first look at Google's Chrome OS, planned for…
- A New Nonprofit to Help People Follow Their Dreams by: Norman Reiss
  December 14, 2010, 10:41
  I am currently helping to get the word out about the Emanuel Foundation, a newly formed nonprofit which seeks to help people to have the faith and courage to…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  November 12, 2010, 09:03
  Attended an interesting session on email marketing and social media at the All About Email Virtual Conference and Expo yesterday, reviewing how these channels…
- Taking a New Approach to Donor Stewardship by: Norman Reiss
  August 21, 2010, 08:35
  This week's installment of the Blackbaud webinar series Cultivating Lifelong Donors: Stewarship and the Fundraising Pyramid presented by Lawrence Henze…
- Report from 501 Tech Club NYC Meeting on Foursquare by: Norman Reiss
  July 1, 2010, 10:59
  At last night's 501 Tech Club NYC monthly meeting, Foursquare co-founder Naveen Selvadura and Brooklyn Museum's Chief of Technology Shelley Bernstein talked…
- Upcoming ePhilanthropy Events by: Norman Reiss
  May 7, 2010, 08:56
  I will be moderating two sessions at next week's International Fundraising eConference which brings together many of the nonprofit sector's leaders in online…
- Report from Nonprofit Technology Conference by: Norman Reiss
  April 15, 2010, 17:36
  Last week I had the pleasure of attending the 10th annual Nonprofit Technology Conference in Atlanta, GA. Social media was a popular topic throughout the…
- Report from NYC 501 Tech Club by: Norman Reiss
  March 18, 2010, 07:37
  Attended another enlightening NYC 501 Tech Club meeting last night, featuring mobile text messaging. Speakers included Katrin Verclas of MobileActive, Jed…
- Thoughts at Thanksgiving On Gratitude by: Norman Reiss
  November 26, 2009, 08:16
  Shortly before Thanksgiving, I reached out to some friends and colleagues to ask about plans for the holiday and to wish them well. A few conversations…
- Notes on Meetings Near & Far by: Norman Reiss
  November 20, 2009, 18:54
  The NYC 501 Tech Club returned this week with a new format - presentation + networking. Big Duck's Farra Trompeter moderated a discussion on multi-channel…
- Report from NYC Convio User Group by: Norman Reiss
  October 31, 2009, 06:54
  As we enter the most important part of the year for fundraising, Convio's Blake Groves and Marc Cannon provided many useful pointers at this week's NYC Convio…
- New Articles / Events on Online Fundraising by: Norman Reiss
  October 2, 2009, 07:46
  Nten offers two new articles covering online giving: Steve MacLaughlin offers an optimistic overview, showing how online giving continues to increase…
- Report from Online Nonprofit Technology Conference by: Norman Reiss
  September 18, 2009, 08:46
  This week I had the pleasure of participating in Nten's first Online Nonprofit Technology Conference. While on a much smaller scale than the annual spring…
- Why It's Not the Technology by: Norman Reiss
  September 4, 2009, 07:23
  In preparing for its upcoming Online Nonprofit Technology Conference, Nten has asked What's Holding Your Technology Back? I've posted a lengthy response, but…
- Report from Social Good Conference by: Norman Reiss
  August 29, 2009, 08:51
  Yesterday's Social Good Conference was the final event of the Summer of Social Good, benefiting four nonprofit organizations which were featured at yesterday'…
- What's New in ePhilanthropy by: Norman Reiss
  August 13, 2009, 15:29
  Usability testing is a great way to find out how well your web site is really meeting the needs of your audience. Take a look at Userfly and how Beaconfire…
- Multi-Channel Strategies Main Theme at New York Fundraising Summit by: Norman Reiss
  June 5, 2009, 06:47
  Yesterday I had the pleasure of participating in the New York Fundraising Summit. I joined Paul Habig of SankyNet and Luke Vander Linden of Carl Bloom…
- How Not to Implement Online Strategies by: Norman Reiss
  May 30, 2009, 07:56
  Below are excerpts at my planned presentation at next week's NY Fundraising Summit, where I will be speaking in the session Online Fundraising: Harnessing…
- How to Attend a Conference - Web 2.0 Style by: Norman Reiss
  May 14, 2009, 06:48
  This week I've participated in the International Fundraising eConference which has demonstrated a completely new way to learn more about ephilanthropy…
- Help Holly Reach Her Goal for the NTC by: Norman Reiss
  February 27, 2009, 06:18
  Due to the financial challenges that many of our nonprofit organizations are facing this year, many of us (incuding myself) may not be able to attend the…
- Reminder: Getting Started with ePhilanthropy Webinar - Wed, Jan. 21 at 7 PM EST by: Norman Reiss
  January 20, 2009, 14:42
  Learn how to increase your online fundraising, attract new constituents and engage current supporters during a one hour webinar. Wed, Jan. 21 7 PM…
- Who Handles ePhilanthropy In Your Organization by: Norman Reiss
  January 16, 2009, 07:02
  Last night I attended by web conference a meeting of the Internet Strategy Forum, led by group founder, Steve Gehlen. Steve summarized highlights from the…
- Getting Started with ePhilanthropy Webinar - Wed, Jan. 21 at 7 PM EST by: Norman Reiss
  January 10, 2009, 16:09
  Thanks to Allan Pressel of CharityFinders and Cristine Cronin of NY Charities for joining me at this week's event at the NYC Foundation Center, Online…
- Online Fundraising Strategies for Tough Times by: Norman Reiss
  January 7, 2009, 07:25
  Reminder: Thursday evening, January 8, I will moderate a panel discussion at the NYC Foundation Center, Online Fundraising Strategies for Tough Times. Guest…
- Upcoming Program at Foundation Center in NYC by: Norman Reiss
  December 17, 2008, 06:47
  On Thursday, January 8, 2009, from 5:30 - 7:30 PM EST, I will be moderating a program at the NYC Foundation Center, Online Fundraising Strategies for Tough…
- Notes from Convio Summit by: Norman Reiss
  November 22, 2008, 10:06
  This week I attended my first Convio Summit in Austin, Texas. Probably the most valuable part was the first day, where I joined many other national accounts…
- Next Week's Presentation at Convio Summit by: Norman Reiss
  November 14, 2008, 07:03
  For several months, I've been managing an implementation to Convio at my current organization first for TeamRaiser and then for other events, donation forms,…
- Pathways to Nonprofit Excellence by: Norman Reiss
  November 10, 2008, 09:59
  Last week the Nonprofit Coordinating Committee of New York hosted a conference to learn more from the organizations that have been recognized in the New York…
- Notes from Project Management Professional Development Day by: Norman Reiss
  September 27, 2008, 15:20
  On Sep. 19 I attended the NYC Project Management Institute's Professional Development Day. Below are some of my takeaways: Donald Gardner, Gardner Project…
- NYC Nonprofit Boot Camp - Social Networking for Nonprofits? by: Norman Reiss
  August 29, 2008, 15:23
  More from Craigslist Foundation's recent NYC Nonprofit Boot Camp; Big Duck's Farra Trompeter offered an engaging session on social networking - is this a…
- NYC Nonprofit Boot Camp - Brand Driven Communications by: Norman Reiss
  August 28, 2008, 15:24
  Thanks to the CraigsList Foundation for hosting the NYC Nonprofit Boot Camp on Aug. 16. Miriam Kriegel of BBMGled a particularly interesting session on…
- Notes from Fundraising Day, ePhilanthropy Symposium by: Norman Reiss
  June 17, 2008, 15:31
  I joined over 2000 colleagues who help nonprofits raise money at Fundraising Day last week. Some takeaways: Mark Rovner offered these tips: Ask When…
- Report from 2008 Nonprofit Technology Conference by: Norman Reiss
  March 26, 2008, 15:47
  Thanks to Holly Ross and the entire Nten staff for last week's annual Nonprofit Technology Conference, held in New Orleans. With so many worthwhile sessions…
- Will You Be at Nonprofit Technology Conference? by: Norman Reiss
  March 6, 2008, 15:49
  If you're planning to attend, please consider participating in the two sessions I'll be participating in: The Joy of CMS: Implementing Sustainable…
- Project Management for Nonprofits Webinar by: Norman Reiss
  February 11, 2008, 15:51
  Thanks to everyone who attended my Feb. 12 Nten webinar on Project Management for Nonprofits, discussing how nonprofits can make better use of project…
- Collaboration and Management in Cross-Departmental Web Projects by: Norman Reiss
  January 11, 2008, 15:53
  At today's Managing Nonprofit Technology Projects conference, I facilitated a session on Collaboration and Management in Cross-Departmental Web Projects. We…
- Report from NYC Joomla Day by: Norman Reiss
  October 17, 2007, 16:03
  Sat, Oct. 13 I attended the NYC Joomla Day run by PICnet and sponsored by Google. Joomla is currently the most popular open source CMS (Drupal and Plone are…
- 2007 International ePhilanthropy Awards by: Norman Reiss
  September 20, 2007, 16:06
  Just returned from the announcement of the 2007 International Philanthropy Awards by the ePhilanthropy Foundation. To my surprise, many of the nominated…
- Nonprofit Excellence Awards by: Norman Reiss
  June 27, 2007, 16:18
  Earlier this week I attended the New York Times Nonprofit Excellence Awards, sponsored by the NonProfit Coordinating Committee of New York. Best practices…
- Report from Boston Technology Conference by: Norman Reiss
  June 11, 2007, 16:21
  On June 5, 2007, I participated in a panel at the Boston Technology Conference which discussed how CRM and CMS tools can be effectively used by nonprofit…
- More from Summit: Fundraising in the 21st Century by: Norman Reiss
  May 18, 2007, 16:23
  As promised, below are my notes from Andrew Nibley's presentation, EDonors: Fundraising in the 21st Century, from Monday's Westchester Not-For-Profit Leadership…
- Report from Westchester Not-for-Profit Leadership Summit by: Norman Reiss
  May 16, 2007, 16:24
  On Monday, May 14, I attended the 5th annual Westchester Not-For-Profit Leadership Summit. Hilary Clinton spoke at breakfast and Thomas Tierney of the…
- Report from Nonprofit Technology Conference & Penguin Day by: Norman Reiss
  April 9, 2007, 16:28
  Spent most of last week joining over 1,000 nonprofit techies from across the US as well as other countries at the annual Nonprofit Technology Conference in…
- Small Business Technology Summit by: Norman Reiss
  February 2, 2007, 16:38
  Ramon Ray, editor of the Small Business Technology Report, is sponsoring the Small Business Summit in NYC on February 13. It's a great opportunity to learn…
- Nonprofit Technology Conference - April 2007 by: Norman Reiss
  January 28, 2007, 16:40
  I've attended this conference for several years, but this is the first time I'll be presenting a session. You can view details here. My session will cover…
Category: gratitude (5)
- A Few Words About Gratitude by: Norman Reiss
  November 24, 2010, 12:25
  Some of us may see Thanksgiving as the beginning of a long break from work. Others may want to get a jump on holiday shopping by seeking out 'Black Friday'…
- Thoughts at Thanksgiving On Gratitude by: Norman Reiss
  November 26, 2009, 08:16
  Shortly before Thanksgiving, I reached out to some friends and colleagues to ask about plans for the holiday and to wish them well. A few conversations…
- No Time for Complaints by: Norman Reiss
  March 7, 2009, 09:18
  With the recent doom and gloom in financial markets, reading the Wall Street Journal has been depressing lately as the bad news accumulates. At a staff…
- Random Thoughts at Thanksgiving by: Norman Reiss
  November 28, 2008, 08:21
  Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday of the year since it encourages us to stop and think about what is already wonderful about our life. No matter what is…
- Why It's Important to Look for the Good by: Norman Reiss
  January 26, 2007, 16:41
  During a seminar last year, my wife and I received a recommendation for the film The Secret, available online and also as a book. I've just started to read…
Category: other (10)
- A Few Words About Gratitude by: Norman Reiss
  November 24, 2010, 12:25
  Some of us may see Thanksgiving as the beginning of a long break from work. Others may want to get a jump on holiday shopping by seeking out 'Black Friday'…
- No Time for Complaints by: Norman Reiss
  March 7, 2009, 09:18
  With the recent doom and gloom in financial markets, reading the Wall Street Journal has been depressing lately as the bad news accumulates. At a staff…
- A Not So Rosy Look at Nonprofit Salaries by: Norman Reiss
  June 15, 2007, 16:19
  As most of us in the field know, nonprofit salaries usually fall short of their counterparts in the private sector. A new posting at Payscale, Nonprofit…
- Change Can Be Your Friend by: Norman Reiss
  June 13, 2007, 16:20
  I have always been intrigued by change, both personally and professionally. Earlier this week I attended a presentation on Change Management at the NYC…
- The Purpose of Networking by: Norman Reiss
  April 26, 2007, 16:27
  This week I came across an interesting posting on the Career Hub blogthat described networking as a career management tool, not as a job search tool. I also…
- Lessons from a Day of Shopping by: Norman Reiss
  March 12, 2007, 16:30
  Spent much of the day yesterday shopping for a new suit. Thought I had found a good choice at the first store my wife and I visited, but we bailed out at the…
- The Importance of Nonprofit Boards by: Norman Reiss
  February 27, 2007, 16:32
  When I first joined the nonprofit sector, I thought having a good working relationship with the Executive Director would insure my success with an organization…
- You've Got to Read This Book by: Norman Reiss
  February 9, 2007, 16:35
  Just finished a fascinating book entitled You've Got to Read This Book, edited by Jack Canfield (originator of the Chicken Soup series) and Gay Hendricks. As…
- Why It's Important to Look for the Good by: Norman Reiss
  January 26, 2007, 16:41
  During a seminar last year, my wife and I received a recommendation for the film The Secret, available online and also as a book. I've just started to read…
- Change is the Only Certainty by: Norman Reiss
  January 23, 2007, 16:42
  Welcome to my new blog. I intend to write about my thoughts about dealing with change, acceptance, as well as nonprofit technology where I make my living. …

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