The Chronicle of Philanthropy | Technology

Social-Media Success for Non-Sexy Causes

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:49:00 EST

Notes and Resources from the January 26, 2012 Webinar

Fundraising-Software Provider Blackbaud to Acquire Its Rival Convio

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:00:00 EST

Consolidation of businesses sparks fears about the choices that will be available to charities that conduct online appeals.

An Alternative to .org? Say Hello to .ngo

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST

A proposed .ngo domain could give nonprofits another way to show their legitimacy to online donors.

Project Highlights Human Needs in Slums

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST

Urban Survivors, a new multimedia project, seeks to highlight the urgent humanitarian crisis and medical needs of people living in slums.

Solar Project for Health Clinics Wins Tech Award

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

The Tech Museum of Innovation, in San Jose, Calif., has presented its annual awards to honor the creative use of technology to benefit society.

Halloween Appeal Taps Smartphones

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EDT

The ghosts and goblins, princesses and pirates on your doorstep this Halloween might also be high-tech fund raisers in disguise.

Recovering Names of Slaves in Virginia

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EDT

Medication Reminders Via Facebook

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 14:00:00 EDT

A group is using Facebook to notify patients of their medication schedule.

Kenyans Text for Famine Relief

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 19:00:00 EDT

The Kenyans for Kenya campaign is raising money via cellphone to aid victims of that country’s famine

Big Charities Gear Up to Use Social Media to Raise Money

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EDT

Only one big nonprofit has raised more than $1-million through social networks, a Chronicle survey finds, but dozens are experimenting with ways to seek donations.

A Contest Raises a Charity’s Profile

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EDT

After an advocacy charity started an ambitious drive to seek Facebook followers, it was able to respond fast to an offer from the comedian Ellen DeGeneres to participate in a text-message campaign.

International Group Gives Supporters a Chance to Honor Their Mothers

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EDT

The charity Epic Change's campaign provided a memorable and creative way to celebrate a holiday and raise money.

Pet Contest Raises Big Money on Facebook

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EDT

The Humane Society of the United States recruits donors by urging them to participate in an online contest to spotlight their animals.

Online Board Game and Other Features Aid March of Dimes on Facebook

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EDT

The March of Dimes added a competitive and fun element to fund raising by creating its own Facebook application.

Disease Charity Motivates Supporters on Facebook

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EDT

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society offers an array of social-network tools to help participants in walkathons, bikeathons, and other events raise money.

Nature Conservancy Emphasizes Relationships, Online and Off

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EDT

The organization uses social media to arrange in-person events, such as picnics held around the world on Earth Day.

A Celebrity’s Boost on Twitter Aids Atlanta Hospital

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EDT

People who followed a professional golfer's tweets were given a chance to win prizes if they made a gift to support health care for children.

A Massage Chain Rewards Social-Network Activity

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EDT

A California food bank earned money every time a follower spread the word about its work on Facebook, Twitter, and elsewhere.

Aid Group Raises Money With Online-Game Tie-In

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EDT

Direct Relief International used a Facebook game to spur supporters to "buy" imaginary items and finance relief work.

Group-Buying Site Matches Campaign Donations

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EDT

The SickKids Foundation, in Toronto, raised $60,000 by participating in a drive with a company that offers online discounts.

Kiva Program Highlights Detroit Small Businesses

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 19:00:00 EDT

The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation is providing $250,000 to match the money that Kiva donors lend to small businesses in the Motor City.

Charity Uses Radio as an Education Tool

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 10:37:00 EDT

Nearly 150,000 students in 600 elementary schools in southern Sudan receive instruction in English, math, their local language, and basic skills over the airwaves.

With Webinars Proliferating, Nonprofit Workers Must Choose Wisely

Sun, 15 May 2011 13:00:00 EDT

Conducting careful research on program agendas and presenters can help viewers get the most value from online seminars.

At a University Archive, Yesterday’s Cutting-Edge Video Games Play On

Sun, 01 May 2011 13:00:00 EDT

The University of Texas is preserving the roots of an ever-surging industry that otherwise might not pause for posterity.

National Parks Group Unveils iPhone App

Sun, 01 May 2011 13:00:00 EDT

The National Parks Conservation Association hopes to inspire more people to get outside and support national parks via their smartphones.

Kiva Reaches $200-Million in Loans

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 13:00:00 EDT