Doc Seaman Amateur Sport Grants now open for applications
Charity Village
OCTOBER 26, 2023
The Calgary Foundation‘s 2023 Doc Seaman Amateur Sports Program is now open. The grant request deadline is noon on November 15 of each year.
Calgary Foundation accepting applications for the Doc Seaman Amateur Sport Grants
Charity Village
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
The legacy of legendary philanthropist Doc Seaman lives on through the Daryl K. The post Calgary Foundation accepting applications for the Doc Seaman Amateur Sport Grants appeared first on CharityVillage. Seaman Canadian Hockey Fund, an endowment fund administered by Calgary Foundation.
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Nonprofit Volunteer Management: Three Tips to Increase and Maintain Engagement
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 29, 2022
The best way to do this is to require volunteers to fill out an application. Volunteer applications may vary depending on the nonprofit. Volunteer applications can also uncover valuable skills, interests, and certifications. Giveffect, for example, offers online applications with options to customize fields and questions.
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What Can Apsona Do for Nonprofits?
Cloud 4 Good
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Apsona for Salesforce is a suite of innovative, configurable applications available for Salesforce customers via the AppExchange. Family House was using a mail merge application for one primary reason: to create a mail merge document to acknowledge donations they receive.
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5 Reasons Why Your Nonprofit Should Care About Cloud Computing
TechImpact
DECEMBER 19, 2013
Mail, and Google Docs are all examples of cloud-based applications, also known as software as a service (SaaS). This is great if you are planning to use a cloud system for one or two applications in your organization. Image courtesy of entech. Gmail, Yahoo! But what is cloud computing? Very low upfront costs.
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More online than local: Why I love Google Docs
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
OCTOBER 11, 2006
I didn't loose a whole lot more because most of my work is now "backed up" or inside of web applications. So, I've used wikispaces, pbwiki, socialtext, jotspot, and writely (now google docs). But, since Google combined writely and its spreadsheets into Google Docs - I'm going to consolidate there.
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Create, Edit, Share Docs Online with Free Microsoft Office Apps
Wild Apricot
JUNE 11, 2010
Tags: Non-profit technology nptech office collaboration Microsoft online storage project management PowerPoint application.
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Beth’s Surprise Party: A Case Study in Crowdsourced Action
Amy Sample Ward
JANUARY 12, 2010
First, we created an open Google Doc where we put in the introduction language, so anyone that clicked through from someone’s blog or Twitter post would have context about what was happening (and included a numbered list up to 53, so people could easily see where to add their name and blog address). See the Google Doc for links.).
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How to Create a DEI Style Guide for your Nonprofit
Whole Whale
JUNE 29, 2022
If you want to create a basic style guide, you can use a Google Doc or another word processing software. Finally, if you want to create a style guide that is specific to your website or web application, you can use a tool like GatsbyJS or ReactJS. Tools to create a style guide. Next Steps.
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How nonprofits engaged volunteers during the COVID shutdown
ASU Lodestar Center
AUGUST 25, 2021
Some rely primarily on generic workplace tools like Google Docs and Microsoft apps, but others invest in industry applications like Better Impact and Volgistics. Zoom is one tool for connecting with volunteers, but volunteer managers commonly use various desktop programs to carry out their work.
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Tools I use: basic workflow
Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology
APRIL 12, 2011
The web interface is great, as is the desktop applications. And, like all consultants, workflow involves documents and spreadsheets, and for that I mostly use LibreOffice , although sometimes using Google Docs makes sense for collaboration. And, it’s open source, and isn’t even that hard to get set up and running.
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The Ultimate Nonprofit RFP Guide
Whole Whale
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
The RFP will outline the purpose of your website; the need, timing, and overview of the project, site features, and other requirements for applicants. We recommend creating an excel doc to track the bids and give grades across desired criteria for each vendor. Filter out the junk and only share the top proposals with the team.
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ScreenSteps: Simple documentation
Judi Sohn
DECEMBER 23, 2009
This application makes building step-by-step tutorials so incredibly easy. I considered making a private Posterous or blog for the docs, but I think I'm going to stick to HTML where the template is easier to edit, and I can more easily organize content and embed in Salesforce. And it was cumbersome to organize and build.
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If you're a Salesforce user, 3 great reasons to use Google Chrome
Judi Sohn
JUNE 6, 2011
I live in Google applications (Gmail, Google Reader, Calendar, etc.) You can browse or search the docs from the little drop-down window. I've been using it as my default on my MacBook and iMac for quite some time now. so it's almost a no-brainer for that reason alone. Apex, Visualforce documentation.it's all there.
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ROI for a donor database
Robert Weiner
JULY 10, 2012
The current software does not interface with our current/new technical environment (MS-Exchange and Office, or Google g-mail, calendar, docs, etc.). We cannot interface with other desired applications. This is an area of new or expanded emphasis for us. We need better tools for reporting, analysis, and business intelligence.
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181 Chromebook for Nonprofits: Are Web Apps All You Need?
Tech Soup
AUGUST 23, 2011
I can migrate their Microsoft Access applications to a free Salesforce account. Now they have no need for local applications or data. They can take them anywhere they need, access all their applications and data, never worry about malware, backups, disaster recovery, etc. I use Google Docs , Zoho Writer , and Office Web Apps.
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Vote for these SXSW Nonprofit Panels
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
AUGUST 27, 2012
What’s Up Doc? ” That panel marked the beginning of my friendship and collaboration with KD Paine which lead to our book, which is going to be entertaining and practical look at how to measure all things networked nonprofit. New Tools for Digital Justice - [link] – coordinated by Mike Medow.
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101 What is cloud computing?
Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology
AUGUST 11, 2008
Quick definition Cloud computing is basically running applications on the web via “Software as a Service (SaaS)&#. That includes applications from Google Documents, to Salesforce.com, to Gliffy.com , (the service I used to create that graphic.) Also, you can access the applications anywhere you go.
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A View of the Cloud from Brazil
Tech Soup
OCTOBER 3, 2011
As a result, he finds that people in NGOs in the region are beginning to use cloud computing services like Google Docs and Hotmail , but are often not aware that those applications they are using are in the cloud, or what exactly cloud computing is.
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Tech Across Your Org: Social Media Collaboration Across the NYC Elder Abuse Center
NTEN
JANUARY 14, 2013
Team meetings The entire social media team participates in bi-weekly telephone calls to address "big picture" issues related to NYCEAC's social media strategy, knowledge-sharing, and training; the minutes are captured in an ongoing social media team meetings Google doc for the entire social media team to access.
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96 Why Should Nonprofits Care About Cloud Computing?
Tech Soup
AUGUST 25, 2009
Current examples are Gmail , Yahoo mail , Google Docs , Salesforce , and Microsoft Office Live Workspace. A company provides access to their software applications over the Internet and you access it through your web-browser. I bet many of you are using a form of cloud computing without knowing it.
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4 Ways Nonprofits Can Benefit from the Cloud
Tech Soup
JUNE 3, 2016
As users keep moving their business-critical applications to the cloud, they realize that there is a reduced need to upgrade their systems. For example, staff can manage vendors via Google Docs or create questionnaires via SurveyMonkey. Reduced Support and Hardware Dependency. A Green Initiative.
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Platforms break open!
Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology
OCTOBER 15, 2007
At first blush, although Kintera officially got out the door first, announcing Connect weeks ago, and delivering the APIs and docs on Friday, their play is a good start, but Convio, announcing Open tomorrow, appears to be ahead in terms of providing real openness. Bottom line: Kintera takes some important steps to open up their application.
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If you’re a Salesforce user, 3 great reasons to use Google Chrome
Judi Sohn
JUNE 6, 2011
I live in Google applications (Gmail, Google Reader, Calendar, etc.) You can browse or search the docs from the little drop-down window. I’ve been using it as my default on my MacBook and iMac for quite some time now. so it’s almost a no-brainer for that reason alone. I’m a developer wannabe at best.
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5 Apps Doing Good for the World
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. If your in that camp it’s likely you are using Google Drive, Google’s document collaboration tool and its replacement for Google Docs.
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5 Apps Doing Good for the World
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. If your in that camp it’s likely you are using Google Drive, Google’s document collaboration tool and its replacement for Google Docs.
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July Is Web Conferencing Month
Tech Soup
JULY 12, 2012
Audio, video, application, and screen sharing (jpg, ppt, pdf, flash, mp3, doc). Sharing of specific applications (not just full screen). Optimize success – close all other unnecessary applications before a meeting to optimize your computer for a successful meeting. Webcam sharing (multiple users). That's it!
The iPad as an Honest to Goodness Business Tool: 4 Apps You Need
NTEN
DECEMBER 28, 2010
One application that can store web clippings, photos, PDFs, and of course, your own notes, into tidy notebooks that are synced to the cloud and available for review and editing from the iPad, and web browser, or mobile phones. It's a miracle worker for anyone who presents a lot ot needs to update proposals, etc. Keynote/Pages/Numbers.
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NTEN
JUNE 20, 2011
When it came to blogger outreach, a Google Doc was the preferred and successful tool. Epic Change used four planning tools, but much of the work was really in just two: a private Facebook group and Google Docs. Some of what they used Google Docs for included: A new form for supporters to sign up for various Missions.
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The iPad as an Honest to Goodness Business Tool: 4 Apps You Need
NTEN
DECEMBER 28, 2010
One application that can store web clippings, photos, PDFs, and of course, your own notes, into tidy notebooks that are synced to the cloud and available for review and editing from the iPad, or any web browser, even on mobile phones. It's a miracle worker for anyone who presents a lot, needs to update proposals, etc. Keynote/Pages/Numbers.
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Charities in the Cloud: Why the Hype Might Not Be Quite Hypey Enough
NTEN
MARCH 18, 2010
The cloud refers to a number of different technical components -- from applications to databases to server virtualization to web services. This enables free services (Google Docs) and cloud vendors can offer product donations as part of their corporate citizenship programs (NetSuite.org). Reliance on third party(ies).
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Email in the Cloud: A Google Apps Case Study
Tech Soup
OCTOBER 6, 2011
Google Docs and Google Sites are also used by some groups and not others, depending on the familiarity with these applications and individual preferences. For staff who like doing other work in the cloud, having access to Google Calendar, Docs and Sites is great as well. What issues has OCASI run into?
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48 #NTCFail: When Things Don't Go as Planned (or Your Plan Stinks)
NTEN
APRIL 21, 2012
We have over 100 sessions across 6 tracks at the NTC, so it's really hard to find ANY application that can display all that data in a meaningful but user-friendly way. What we WILL do is make this an issue we can discuss as a community when NTC planning picks up this summer. NTCFail 4: Online agenda. We know - it was REALLY HARD to navigate.
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92 DIY Community Engagement Metrics
Amy Sample Ward
JANUARY 20, 2011
This means identifying the spaces, platforms, and applications where each group congregates and where you can communicate with them. This template, like the others, is available at that link as a public google doc that you can save and reuse. Step 3: Identify the tools.
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Hello, Trello: Why We’re Simply Loving It
NonProfit Hub
JANUARY 26, 2015
Let’s make a real-world application here. Simply upload the doc and every member will get an email notification. We simply meet each week to move those tasks to a specific person’s board. Ways It Could Work for Your Nonprofit. Your volunteers probably have different schedules. And like most NPOs, you probably need to submit a grant.
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Charities in the Cloud: Why the Hype Might Not Be Quite Hypey Enough
NTEN
MARCH 18, 2010
The cloud refers to a number of different technical components -- from applications to databases to server virtualization to web services. This enables free services (Google Docs) and cloud vendors can offer product donations as part of their corporate citizenship programs (NetSuite.org). Reliance on third party(ies).
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How Cell Phones and Tablets Enable Telework
Tech Soup
APRIL 25, 2014
Google Drive Mobile is a free app for viewing and editing Google Docs on an Android phone or tablet. Google Drive for iOS is a free app that allows you to view and edit Google Doc office documents on iPhones and iPads. It tracks a teleworkers’ activities including duration and applications used.
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Clearing Up the Cloud at NTEN's Nonprofit Cloud Computing Summit
Tech Soup
SEPTEMBER 2, 2011
I personally liked the definition presenter Peter Campbell, of Earthjustice , used: an outsourced platform, application, or suite of applications delivered over the Internet. Platforms as a service: you rent server space, bandwidth, and the tools to help you build or customize web-based applications ( Salesforce , for example).
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52 Why Upgrade to Office 2013? 4 Compelling Features You'll Want to Know
Tech Soup
APRIL 3, 2013
Each of the applications included have been through a. PDF to Word Doc Capabilities. With the release of the new Windows 8 operating system and the. nonstop commercials for the Microsoft Surface tablet, Microsoft is. making an aggressive bid to remain relevant in the increasingly. complicated landscape of personal computing.
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The Social Sector Cloud
NTEN
MARCH 18, 2010
Most of us now host all of our applications and our data and our email systems documents/spreadsheets, etc. With cloud computing, you access your software applications over the Internet using a web browser. Chances are you probably already do this with Yahoo Mail or Google Docs or Flickr or Salesforce or Twitter or Facebook.
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The Social Sector Cloud
NTEN
MARCH 18, 2010
Most of us now host all of our applications and our data and our email systems documents/spreadsheets, etc. With cloud computing, you access your software applications over the Internet using a web browser. Chances are you probably already do this with Yahoo Mail or Google Docs or Flickr or Salesforce or Twitter or Facebook.
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Reduce Travel with Online Collaboration
Tech Soup
FEBRUARY 21, 2012
This software as a service model of computing has the added environmental and budgetary benefit of needing a less robust computer system, servers, and installed software to host these applications. And be sure and check out the great online video, Google Docs in Plain English. Online Project Management Tools. Collaboration Tools Chart.
Google for Nonprofits
Wild Apricot
MARCH 29, 2011
On March 16, 2011, Google launched their latest version of this program which offers several new benefits: Instead of applying to each Google product individually, you can now sign up through a one-stop shop application process. read more ).
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110 How Can Volunteer Coordinators Help Their Organizations Become Networked Nonprofits?
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
JULY 14, 2010
As applications come in, the VC helps to narrow the pool, coordinate interviews, and run background checks. Training could also be done virtually with videos or through shared docs on a wiki. Sharing of opportunities among alumni and donors could be encouraged. Filtering candidates to assess fit is a crucial step.
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