How can nonprofits effectively use social networks?

I was asked to put together a list of resources about nonprofits using social networks like Facebook and MySpace, because some forward-thinking folks here are thinking of tapping into these resources. It seemed like a valuable list, one worth sharing, so here it is.

General Resources for Nonprofits Using Web 2.0

• Netsquared
• Best Practices for Nonprofits Using Web 2.0
• Web 2.0 in Nonprofits Wiki

Resources for Nonprofits Using Facebook/MySpace

• Nonprofits on Facebook and MySpace
• How to Use MySpace to Raise Awareness
• Nonprofit Do’s for MySpace Success
• MySpace Best Practices
• Do You Have a Facebook Plan?
• Using Facebook in Your Nonprofit
• Top 12 Nonprofit Facebook Applications
• 7 Facebook Essentials Nonprofits Need to Know

Examples of Nonprofit MySpace Sites

• DemocracyInAction
• Oxfam America
• Nonprofit Organizations

Essential Blogs to Read

The conversation on this subject is hot and heavy, and more are joining in everyday. It’s a good idea to keep up on what others are thinking and doing, and to join in the conversation. I’ve found the following blogs to be great resources for that.

• Social Signal
• Nonprofit Marketing
• NTEN
• The Bamboo Project