Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

Technology trainers: you're superheroes, but not super human! When you work at a nonprofit or public library, it might feel like you constantly need to learn new skills to stay on top of emerging technology and adoption. But it's nearly impossible to know everything about every type of technology.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

They might need to register online and sign-in through the mobile app when they arrive at the venue. Send out an early email that asks them to download the event app so that they can request to attend certain sessions early, provide demographic information, and get their virtual component set up. . Log in to the program.

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 20, 2010

There were some great questions in the session and I promised to send out links to some resources. Tools and Apps to Energize Your Base – notes from the recent Women Who Tech telesummit session. Tools and Apps to Energize Your Base – notes from the recent Women Who Tech telesummit session.

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Cloud 4 Good

MAY 11, 2021

From the Lightning Usage App, select “Active Licenses” on the left and view a breakdown of the licenses used within the last 30 days. The onboarding and user training experience is now enhanced with the general release of Learning Paths (formerly In-App Learning). Even More Flow Builder Updates!

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 25, 2014

Our lead story in this issue of TechSoup’s Nonprofit Technology News is the creation of the Mobile Giving Alliance that will help charities develop their mobile giving. Fund for UNICEF, and United Way Worldwide to bring more mobile technology resources charities. The Give App. This is more futuristic tech for good.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 16, 2022

We are about to enter into a golden age of storytelling more unbound from resource constraints than ever before. So how can nonprofits use this technology to their advantage? Just for comparison, Shutterstock annual plans for a base level cost $49 for 5 downloads , AI generators like DALL-E-2 are $.13 13 per image.

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Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

Download Now: The Digital Marketing Checklist. Download Now: How to Tell a Story Worksheet. Download Now: 5 Ways Online Fundraising Pays for Itself. Use Resources to Improve Your Writing. There are many resources available to help improve your writing and cut superfluous language. Have Another Set of Eyes.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

There’s an APP for that! You can download an “ Evaluation Glossary ” that explains key terms in the evaluation field. Technology! You can download a copy of this free guide (sign up required) on the Idealware site. It’s available for both iPhone and Android platforms.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

They might need to register online and sign-in through the mobile app when they arrive at the venue. Send out an early email that asks them to download the event app so that they can request to attend certain sessions early, provide demographic information, and get their virtual component set up. . Log in to the program.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 11, 2022

If you want to bulk upload posts via Buffer, you’ll have to connect a third-party app to publish. With free tools like these, you’ll have the resources you need to build a strong social media presence. Try Airtable for free. The only ingredient missing now is your story !

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Next, determine what resources you’ll need for a successful fundraising event. It helps to make a list of the technology and other resources you’ll need to make your fundraising event successful. Check out these event planning tips and download the event planner template to make the process easier.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

In order to accomplish this feat, their adoption of technology and data acumen must hasten. Think about it: these days, our groceries are being ordered and delivered via app, and our devices push us recommendations and discounts on things we might want to buy based on our purchasing history. Use Social Media to Your Advantage.

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Tech Soup

JULY 18, 2013

One of the things I like best about working with TechSoup for Libraries is our connection to TechSoup , which provides opportunities for me to think beyond libraries and to consider technology in the broader non-profit environment. Last week I attended attend a TechSoup webinar, Developing Mobile Apps from Idea to Launch. Apps Builder.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

The Year That Was and the New Year Ahead Guest Beneblog by Betsy Beaumon, Benetech's VP and General Manager of the Literacy Program 2012 was a year of titanic shifts in the fields of consumer technology, education, and publishing, along with the requisite challenges brought about by such rapid change. Have an Android device? Or all three?

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Whole Whale

OCTOBER 13, 2020

These groups have raised over $100 million annually using Givebutter’s modern forms, campaign pages, and event technology. Founded: 2014 Quiks works in both the nonprofit and corporate worlds as a mobile payment app that cuts the costs of processing ACH payments and donations. For a Fundraising Swiss Army Knife. Click To Tweet.

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Tech Soup

MAY 30, 2014

Microsoft's HelpBridge is a free app available on all the major mobile platforms that connects you with friends and family during a disaster such as an earthquake or a hurricane. All that in one little app. As of this publishing, the app only works in the U.S. Start using the app. TechSoup Resources.

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NTEN

JULY 1, 2009

This week, they presented "Technology Trends You Can't Afford to Ignore." Disruptive Technology #1: Virtualization. . And no more downloading terrible software and kludging up your machines. Disruptive Technology #2: Data Deluge. Disruptive Technology #3: Energy & Green IT.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 15, 2017

Chatbots often live on websites, on Facebook, and inside mobile apps. Chatbots aren't new, but they've taken off in recent years, thanks to technological advances and the fact that Facebook now lets anyone program a chatbot within its Messenger app. Voter Resources via Chatbot. Build Your Own Chatbot.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 9, 2014

Word Lens is one of those apps that seems, dare I say, magical. It's a straightforward translation app that translates printed materials, such as signs, menus, or books. Recently purchased by Google, Word Lens is free in a handful of languages for a limited time so stop reading this for a second and download it now!

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 4, 2012

This Cool App Roundup from App It Up. highlights how apps can help libraries connect with patrons and provide services in new ways. creating standalone apps or a mobile-friendly website and library. But these aren’t the only ways apps can help organizations. share resources or get their message out.

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VisionLink

MAY 2, 2011

Relief agencies such as the American Red Cross are responding with significant resources. We are proud to support technology for each of these relief networks. We are proud to support technology for each of these relief networks. They depend on donations, which you can contribute here.

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Care2

AUGUST 8, 2012

Building a successful mobile app is no easy feat. It requires planning, audience research, staff and consulting resources for the design and the development, etc. More often than not, building a mobile app comes with a hefty price tag – about $25K and up. Here are 10 tips based on my experiences in the mobile app world.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 18, 2016

Granted, the positives do outweigh the negatives, but it is important to step back occasionally and take a critical look at how social media is impacting nonprofit technology at your organization as well as your digital staff. You can’t link to your nonprofit’s website or accept donations through the app.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 18, 2024

No matter how long, hard, or smart I worked, there was never enough time or resources to get it all done. Here are some ways to put social distancing into practice with your technology: Start by charging your devices outside your workspace. Turn off notifications for non-mission-critical apps. Put away your devices during meals.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 27, 2015

My colleague, Anne Whatley, wrote this summary of what you’ll find when you dig into these two stellar and highly practical reports and resource lists. This growing field of “civic tech” is aiming to harness technology to spur citizen engagement, improve cities and make government more effective.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 28, 2023

This solution was designed by industry experts and consultants who are familiar with nonprofit challenges and how technology can address those roadblocks. Nonprofits can configure the software for donations rather than sales by downloading the Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP). Ask about training resources for the solution.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 19, 2022

This exhaustion can stem from having unclear goals, unmanageable workloads, unreasonable time pressures, limited resources and support, lack of flexibility, and interpersonal conflicts. Technology has been a lifeline for keeping us connected and productive. Turn off notifications for non-missional critical apps.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MAY 15, 2012

DIAGRAM stands for Digital Image and Graphics Resources for Accessible Materials. The teacher could then add alternate image descriptions and download the book again when they are done. Our DIAGRAM Center is dramatically changing the way image and graphical content for accessible educational materials is produced and accessed.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

We have a second paid person, LaWanna Mitchell, who creates e-cards, games, screensavers, puzzles and a plethora of free downloads for our website. Are you currently investing resources in mobile marketing i.e, a mobile website, texting, mobile Apps, text-to-give, etc.? As we speak our second iTunes app is in the making.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 9, 2014

Download the Reset the Net Privacy Pack. These open source tools include apps and tools for encrypting emails, texts, browsing history, and even phone calls. Explore Mobile Privacy Apps. If you're looking for apps to protect specific mobile communications, try out these recommendations from Reset the Net.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

This edition of the App It Up project "Cool App Roundup" highlights different ways apps can be used in disaster, crisis, and emergency situations. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) offers a free emergency preparedness app. The app alerts CPR-certified individuals to cardiac emergencies in their area.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 28, 2014

That’s why we developed resources to help nonprofits across the country join this movement that celebrates the generosity and willingness of others to give. For Goodness Shake is a mobile app for anyone who wishes they could do more to help nonprofits in their local community. This year, Blackbaud created For Goodness Shake.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 26, 2011

So, moving to a mobile phone app makes sense for Seafood watch, so they can catch consumers at the point of decision-making. Your organization was one of the early adopters of mobile phone apps. When and why did you implement your first Seafood Watch App? The original Seafood Watch iPhone app was released in January 2009.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 18, 2017

Chatbots often live on websites, on Facebook, and inside mobile apps. Chatbots aren't new, but they've taken off in recent years, thanks to technological advances and the fact that Facebook now lets anyone program a chatbot within its Messenger app. Voter Resources via Chatbot. Build Your Own Chatbot.

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DNL OmniMedia

DECEMBER 15, 2020

However, once nonprofit technology entered the equation, it drastically optimized the process. We know that simply sending an email isn’t enough, especially if you want to see the full value that technology can provide. Explore these statistics and more through Nonprofits Source’s online giving statistics resource page.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 24, 2015

This is the mission of Caravan Studios' Range app: helping youth and those who work with them find locations where free summer meals are served. In a moderated discussion, the guests list problems that arise in the day-to-day operations of their organizations and brainstorm ways technology might solve them.

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Tech Soup

MAY 11, 2015

In San Francisco, sometimes one can feel a bit cynical about the influx of frivolous technology with billion dollar valuations. This was the second Social Good Apps Breakfast (read our coverage of the first! The breakfasts are a great way to learn about a few apps for social good and connect with other like-minded people.

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