Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 7, 2012

Mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets, can be really powerful storytelling tools. Understanding what mobile applications to use, the limitations of your tools, and what makes a good video were the goals of TechSoup’s recent Mobile Storytelling tweet chat. Mobile Video Is Great, But Has Limitations.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

The Google AI Impact Challenge attracted 2,602 applications from six continents and 119 countries, with projects addressing a wide range of issue areas, from education to the environment. . models and web and mobile applications), and share these investments with existing sector associations. .

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AFP Blog

MARCH 20, 2013

RSS isn't dead: the best Google Reader alternatives | The Verge : Feedly appears to be the heir apparent to Google Reader’s throne, a modern take on RSS that blends some of the niceties of Flipboard (like a “magazine view”) with useful Reader features like keyboard shortcuts and tags.

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 10, 2020

True cloud software, with mobile access. A modern AMS also allows you to access your organization’s data securely, from any computer or mobile device. It’s increasingly important to automate as many manual processes as possible – such as application processes, email communications to members, membership renewal, and reporting.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Lean and agile technology, global strategy, growth and scale, mobile support, and supply chain are just a few of the critical areas emerging in the wake of the pandemic given social sector programmatic shifts. Pro bono programs also offer an alternative pathway for professional development for BIPOC leaders. Industry Growth.

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Forum One

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Can people with vision, hearing, or mobility disabilities use the platform? Accessibility guidelines for PowerPoint (this information is also very useful and applicable to all presentation formats). Include alternative text for images. Check the accessibility of the virtual event platform(s) you will be using.

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Care2

JULY 22, 2011

Today, “mobile&# is receiving lots of attention. Add tablets into the mix and its clear that people are quickly adopting mobile computing. As Gary Vaynerchuk put it the other day , you need a mobile strategy by 2012. As Gary Vaynerchuk put it the other day , you need a mobile strategy by 2012. Mobile is apps.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 23, 2023

ACH transfers: These are direct bank transfers which minimize transaction fees and provide an alternative to cards. Mobile payments: Mobile wallets and apps enable quick donations through smartphones. If your nonprofit is focused on mobile giving, Square has a lot to offer.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

These questions and guidelines can help you figure out how much data your nonprofit’s mobile devices need. How often do your workers need mobile access? Make a list of the lead applications your employees use in the field. Are you a mobile-optimized nonprofit? Tell us: how much data does your staff use every month?

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Tech Soup

JUNE 9, 2014

First I fear I need to get a little geeky to explain that there are actually two types of memory or storage on mobile devices that store your information whether the device is on or off. Most Android and Windows mobile phones and tablets use the smallest ones called micro SD cards. It’s an application for Mac or Windows PCs.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 16, 2012

Looking for a web-based software application for fundraising and contact management for donors and other contacts? is a mobile and web-based payment processing service that lets you accept donations from just about anywhere. An alternative to Crowdrise, Network for Good , is another online platform for starting fundraising campaigns.

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Allegiance Group

OCTOBER 3, 2022

There are many ways to ensure loyalty program touchpoints are relevant, timely, and personalized with segmentation, tiered offers, branded messaging, and mobile-ready applications. Members who download and utilize a mobile app can be reached through push messages, geolocation services, etc.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Nayla’s organization, Lebanese Alternative Learning (LAL), will also develop teacher training courses on the platform aimed at strengthening remote instruction. Syrian refugees and Lebanese students learn for free. . . As distance learning becomes more common, the long-term benefits of Tabshoura are incredible.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 16, 2012

Mobile has put a whole new spin on fundraising, connecting with donors, and kick-off campaigns. As part of the App It Up 2: Transforming Communities project, we had the opportunity to explore some of the latest mobile fundraising apps. Mobile Fundraising Tools. These mobile tools help you fundraise on-the-go.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 11, 2015

Both programs are lighter editions of Photoshop, Adobe's popular photo-editing application, and Premiere Pro, its robust video-editing application. The Elements applications are simpler alternatives to Photoshop and Premiere Pro that share many of the features of the larger products. Is It Right for My Organization?

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AccelEvents

JULY 1, 2020

Top companies and institutions often use a career fair to generate and identify employment leads, to screen candidates and to hire applicants. The virtual environment offers innovative and dynamic alternatives compared to traditional hiring events. While effective, physical career fairs can be rather limiting.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 6, 2012

It can be a tedious chore, but if you use mobile devices at your organization, it is likely there is valuable data stored on them. In this three-part series, we'll walk you through backing up your mobile device. Windows Phone 8 , Microsoft's next generation mobile operating system, has improved backup features from Windows 7.

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Gyrus

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Specifically, in the realm of business application learnings, there are finite methodologies for succeeding within a particular role. Videos found on YouTube provide an alternative perspective. What may work for your business, may not register the greatest buy-in from your workforce. Also, look for items that may not be present.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 5, 2010

Instead, they're either renting them from a managed service provider or moving to Software as a Service (SaaS) for common applications. Advances in mobile technology are significantly changing how we live and work. Organizations will upgrade and switch to product versions/services that allow for seamless mobile access.

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Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

MIT researchers in a recent study (PDF) looked at two alternative methods for establishing who needs assistance." Yes, the Internet can help activists mobilize and re-frame public issues. In other words they didn’t think that their fans on Facebook cared about what their organization was doing other than fundraising."

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Have Fun - Do Good

JANUARY 21, 2009

on an iPhone application, even if they aren't sure they'll like it, or use it. What if a group of nonprofits got together and created an application where you could donate to one, or all of the groups, each month through your iTunes account?" Abby Jaramillo of Urban Sprouts reports that SalesForce has an iPhone application.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

Mobile access to data. Creating and sending customizable, mobile-optimized emails. An all-new and more open API (application programming interface), which means that web developers and a charity's own IT team can get data in and out of the system much more easily. Branded donation forms for your website.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 23, 2011

asking the user for permission, like Geolocation) or coming up with new alternatives to ensure this." … Part 1: T… – Lithosphere Community – "Michael was voted a 2010 Influential Leader by CRM Magazine for his work on predictive social analytics and its application to Social CRM.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 21, 2016

"We knew how to crowdsource and incubate applications." "Real-time data seems to be the most popular because it is very useful — and you can present it in a visually attractive way in an application," Sobieszuk said. The team wanted to create a platform for both mainstream and alternative events.

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AccelEvents

JULY 1, 2020

Top companies and institutions often use a career fair to generate and identify employment leads, to screen candidates and to hire applicants. The virtual environment offers innovative and dynamic alternatives compared to traditional hiring events. While effective, physical career fairs can be rather limiting.

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Gyrus

JULY 12, 2016

Elearnings as a whole are very attractive, as they offer an inexpensive alternative to classroom training. Beyond that, in the organizational environment, effective learnings must be applicable to daily life and reflect experiences that could be faced every day on the job. Also, please try not to make them boring.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 26, 2011

WordQ can be used with any application in which someone can compose text (email, Word and Excel, Facebook, Acrobat, and so on.). As you type, a small WordQ window at the top of the application will show you suggestions for the next word to use, based on your previous spelling and word choices.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

In the aftermath of a disaster, whether it be a devastating hurricane that has left your community flooded or a wildfire that has forced your community to leave their homes behind, you’ll need to mobilize quickly to provide support. An emergency campaign can help you raise the money you need to effectively deal with the problems at hand.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

DECEMBER 18, 2007

Asterisk is the open source PBX application that works by using VOIP. It seems cool, and a great alternative to freconference.com. What is Asterisk, you ask? I wrote a case study about it in the NOSI primer – it can allow for really great flexibility in building phone systems. And it’s free, too.

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DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

However, for organizations conducting urgent or complex projects, a consultant that provides ongoing support can be a cost-effective alternative to hiring an internal team member to oversee their technology. Explore our custom mobile app offerings in more detail.

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Care2

JUNE 30, 2012

This isn’t the only first aid application out there, but the expertise and trust that the Red Cross inspires will likely make it many people’s first choice. is another alternative with similar features, though the implementation doesn’t seem as well designed. First Aid by American Red Cross - iTunes App Store.

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Care2

JUNE 30, 2012

This isn’t the only first aid application out there, but the expertise and trust that the Red Cross inspires will likely make it many people’s first choice. is another alternative with similar features, though the implementation doesn’t seem as well designed. and the previously mentioned Harassmap. Checkon.me

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 6, 2008

I look forward to the growth of this community, and the ongoing development of the MPower solution as an open source alternative CRM for nonprofit organizations. The customer only hits a down side if Mpower does a poor job as a vendor and there is no alternative vendor to switch too since the ecology is small. 2 admin 07.07.08

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 4, 2012

Also supports mobile clients who might not always be on the network. Microsoft Security Essentials : Microsoft Security Essentials is a free alternative to other malware packages and provides real-time and on-demand protection from viruses and spyware for most standalone Windows workstations. Four Free Tools for Backup and Security.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 26, 2011

Or, failing that, to come up with an alternative to G+. Nathan Henderson-James added: Most of the social change folks I work with work with membership organizations and try to mobilize mass numbers (that’s just my world, other people’s social change activist circle’s mileage may vary).

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Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 24, 2023

This change applies to Lightning Experience, Salesforce Classic, and all Salesforce mobile apps in all editions. Here are a few ways that Community Hub is WCAG compliant: Alternative text for images: Images have alternative text or alt text, which can be easily read by assistive technologies like screen readers.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 10, 2022

As long as an organization meets the basic eligibility requirements, which almost all nonprofits do, and the application is submitted correctly, the nonprofit will be approved for a Google Grant. You can then apply for Google Grants using the Google Grants application form. Your website should be mobile ready and should load fast.

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