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About the .ORG Learning Center

If you have a great idea to help your community and improve the world—but don’t know where to start— you’ve come to the right place. The .ORG Learning Center has the trusted tools and resources for organizations both large and small whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your presence online.  .ORG is here to help you move from inspiration to action.

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As a trusted resource for the .ORG Community, the .ORG Learning Center provides a variety of information and tools that every .ORG needs to be successful online, including:

Informative Articles

Whether you want to know about setting up your new .ORG domain, what you need to think about when adding fundraising functionality to your site, how to get the most out of social media – and more! We have you covered with guidance, tips, and instruction from industry experts and instructors.

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View a variety of engaging instructional videos designed to quickly impart practical knowledge and get you up and running in no time.

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Take part in live instructional events and gain practical knowledge by interacting with colleagues and subject matter experts. Or, view event recordings at a time that works best for your schedule.

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How to Recover from Password Exposure (GCA Resource)

Read this free guide from the Global Cyber Alliance (GCA) that contains steps for recovering from such incidents where your password may have bene exposed.

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How to Use Content to Drive Donations

Creating great content is all about storytelling and charities have a lot of great stories to tell. Read more to learn how to maximize your content efforts.

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Compliance on a Budget: Meeting Guidelines to Preserve the Bottom Line

Compliance on a Budget: Meeting Guidelines to Preserve the Bottom Line

by Paul Diaz, Vice President Policy, Public Interest Registry Henry Wadsworth Longfellow said, “It takes less time to do things right than to explain why you did it wrong.” When it comes to nonprofits and compliance, the principle also applies to money. Non-compliance with tax rules and regulations can be terribly costly financially and can […]

Securing Your Domain Names (Part 1)

Securing Your Domain Names (Part 1)

by special guest author Statton Hammock, Principal of ASHnet Legal Services, PLLC  The most important marketing, communication, and donation tool that a non-profit organization possesses is its website.  Despite use of social media platforms and other mobile applications to create an online presence, an organization’s portfolio of domain names remains the single most important toolset […]

Securing Your Domain Names (Part 2)

Securing Your Domain Names (Part 2)

by special guest author Statton Hammock, Principal of ASHnet Legal Services, PLLC  As shared in our first article on domain name security, a website is the most important online marketing, communication, and donations tool that a non-profit organization possesses.  Therefore, it is crucial for an organization to protect their portfolio of domain names from hackers, […]

Solicitation Savvy: Three Ways to Drive Donations on a Budget

Solicitation Savvy: Three Ways to Drive Donations on a Budget

by Jim LeFevre, Senior Director of Marketing, Public Interest Registry “You have to spend money to make money” is a well-known adage. A quote that mission-based organizations can perhaps relate to more comes from Hank Rosso, Founder of the Center on Philanthropy: “Fundraising is the gentle art of teaching the joy of giving.” Non-profits and […]

DIY Brand Building Guide: An Affordable Plan for Your Mission-Based Brand

DIY Brand Building Guide: An Affordable Plan for Your Mission-Based Brand

by Jim LeFevre, Senior Director of Marketing, Public Interest Registry Just like building a home, you can build your brand with the help of an architect, construction team, and designer—or you could take a do it yourself (DIY) approach! For non-profits and good-for-the-world businesses, paying to develop your brand may not fit into your financial […]

Mission Possible: A Productive Team

Mission Possible: A Productive Team

by Paul Diaz, Vice President of Policy, Public Interest Registry The Three Ps Mission-based organizations often start with one or two people with a cause and a deeply felt desire to help. Over time, as the organization grows, the founders often realize they can’t do everything themselves. Finances may dictate that your team be small […]

Understanding the Domain Name Lifecycle

Understanding the Domain Name Lifecycle

Thousands of domain names are registered every day, but it’s important to fully understand what happens between registration and deactivation so that you can make informed decisions about your domains along the way. Find out all you need to know about the domain name lifecycle in this brief and informative video.

Introduction to the Domain Name System (DNS)

Introduction to the Domain Name System (DNS)

If you need an introduction to the Domain Name System (DNS), get up to speed quickly with this brief video presented by the .ORG Learning Center.

Connecting for Success: A Networking Guide for Non-Profits

Connecting for Success: A Networking Guide for Non-Profits

By Paul Diaz, Vice President of Policy, PIR Establishing and nurturing personal and professional networks is imperative. But, prioritizing networking can be challenging, even more so for non-profit leaders. When you’re focused on making the world better, who has time to schedule coffee dates and attend conferences? Plus, even the idea of networking can feel […]

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