Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

The newest version of Office is now available as a donation through TechSoup! Skype for Business (formerly Lync Desktop). All Office suites now include OneNote, and the Office suites for Windows include Skype for Business. The names of products in the Microsoft donation program on TechSoup don't include version numbers.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 21, 2015

For meetings or chatting, we use Skype a lot, which is good for group text chat or group voice and video if everyone is in a different place and has a good Internet connection. As a nonprofit ourselves, we are always trying to balance affordability with quality, and looking for donated access to tools.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 27, 2013

Android, BlackBerry, iOS, Windows Phone) is the mobile version of the popular face-to-face video calling service (we use Skype here at TechSoup). TechSoup's new Audio and Video Conferencing Toolkit has everything you need to help your organization hold virtual meetings or trainings with donated or free software.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 27, 2021

Most nonprofits don’t do traditional marketing/branding to sell a product but to gain financial donations or recruit volunteers.”. This was long before Zoom, and Skype was still relatively new. “The event is seen as a low-cost, high-value training and we wish to keep that reputation,” the creative brief instructed.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

GB), streaming an hour of high-definition video (1 to 2 GB), or making Skype-to-Skype calls (3 MB per minute). Eligible nonprofits and public libraries can also request 4G hotspots and other hardware through TechSoup's Mobile Beacon donation program. Limit the most data-intensive uses to the office whenever possible.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 28, 2015

Donate to Organizations Providing Relief. Here are some ways to give: Charity Navigator compiled a list of vetted charities that are helping with relief efforts and allow donors to designate their donations specifically for this disaster. You can donate via GlobalGiving's website or by texting GIVE NEPAL to 80088.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 11, 2010

Skype has made an in-kind donation, allowing CDI to let people make free Skype-to-phone calls. But more donations are still necessary. For at least another day the telecentre will stay in Lota to later move on to the next town and NGO. The trip has been supported by the Canadian Embassy and UNESCO.

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NTEN

JANUARY 18, 2011

You can bid on items like: Kinect Dance Central Dance-Off / Copy of Dance Central Donated by Microsoft. Yogalicious Private Yoga Session Donated by Megan Keane, TechSoup. Get 2 1-hour yoga sessions (in person or via video Skype) with nonprofit techie and certified yoga teacher, Megan Keane. You want to donate an item?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

One of the techniques I tried was “conversational fundraising&# – which was less about the ask and more about having a conversation with people that might lead to donations. The next few weeks are going to be hectic to say the least.

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Have Fun - Do Good

OCTOBER 17, 2008

Use when recording with Skype. $42 42 on Amazon Skype Podcast Recording Software Skype [link] (Skype to Skype is free. You can pay monthly, or as you go if you call from Skype to a phone). Logitech ClearChat Pro USB Headset.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

Eligible organizations can now request donations of credit vouchers or subscriptions for Microsoft's Skype. For those unfamiliar with Skype, it provides voice calling, video calling, instant messaging, and more, allowing users to communicate with other Skype users and with mobile phones and landlines.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 21, 2010

I’m donating all of my profits to the Sharing Foundation , which helps to care for Cambodia’s children. Allison is donating to the Hope for Henry Foundation , which provides gifts to children in hospitals with chronic diseases. Rethinking Social Media Internships. Networked Nonprofits Know How To Experiment Their Way To Success.

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Tech Soup

JULY 1, 2013

Some interesting ones are: Skype — the overwhelming favorite free audio and video calling service internationally. So far, the Skype premium mobile phone app allows only group audio calls. If you’d like to just try web conferencing, there are some free web conferencing services. Find my overview of Lync here.

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Tech Soup

JULY 29, 2011

I like the way he explains that CRM databases are used mostly for collecting donations, sending emails to supporters, segmenting lists, personal fundraising, event registrations, surveys, petitions, advocacy letters, and other advocacy functions. Nonprofit CRM Recommendations. This is clearly their strong area. that includes 10 free licenses.

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Tech Soup

JULY 23, 2013

Bitdefender antivirus and security software from the TechSoup donation program can help secure your computers and servers. Outside the TechSoup donation program, BitDefender also offers mobile solutions to keep your Android devices safe. Skype is also available for a variety of mobile phones. Bitdefender. and tablets.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 1, 2014

The Kosch-Westerman Foundation begins by going to the homes of these terminally ill or seriously injured children to set up donated hardware for the children to use. Brian uses donated laptops and tablets with Skype software, connected to cameras in the children's classrooms. The Security Solution: Norton via TechSoup.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 3, 2013

Eligible nonprofits, foundations, and public libraries, may be able to request donated Office 2013 Standard and Professional Plus through TechSoup's Microsoft Donation Program. includes all of the Office apps and comes with 60 minutes of Skype calls per month. word processing option. This option. Share your thoughts below!

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 11, 2012

The donated Dell smartphones normally use AT&T or T-Mobile pay-as-you-go or contract plans, but they can function without it because they are Wi-Fi-capable. TechSoup's Ale Bezdikian went out and conducted a video interview last spring using one of the donated Dell phones. No problem.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 2, 2015

Automate your bill paying, expense tracking, donation reporting, and so many other financial tasks with QuickBooks 2015. DonorPerfect gives nonprofits the tools they need to process grants and donations and now has expanded the program to include even more nonprofits. Accounting Tools: Manage Your Finances Effectively.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 13, 2012

We use ActionKit mainly for online advocacy and fundraising but we also use it to manage our supporter database, email blasts, and donations. With a distributed global staff, we depend on things like Skype video chat to reduce travel. We have weekly global Skype video calls for various teams. It requires very little maintenance.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 26, 2014

This can be a quick Skype chat or phone call, or an open "town hall"-type forum where online volunteers and community members can connect with each other. Browse TechSoup's Managing Staff and Volunteers page for resources and donated technology solutions. Seeking out their online presence on social media. You ask them!

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 1, 2014

The Kosch-Westerman Foundation begins by going to the homes of these terminally ill or seriously injured children to set up donated hardware for the children to use. Brian uses donated laptops and tablets with Skype software, connected to cameras in the children's classrooms. The Security Solution: Norton via TechSoup.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 29, 2013

Eligible nonprofits, charities, foundations, and libraries can now request Office Standard 2013 and Office Professional 2013 editions through the Microsoft Software Donation Program at TechSoup: Office Standard 2013 (admin fee: $24). To help you manage your Microsoft software donations, we've created the Microsoft Donation Center.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 26, 2008

The video blogging community also donated some video cameras for the school too.). Opened in 2006, the school offers computer classes every morning utilizing ten donated laptops and a few older desk tops. Hey, a girl can dream can't she?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

charities with economists willing to donate their time. I speak to college students regularly, many times through skype like this group of students in Indiana this past month who shared stories about their internships which often included measurement and spreadsheets.

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Tech Soup

JULY 12, 2012

That's why BetterWorld Telecom, a TechSoup donation partner, is offering nonprofits a special rate on one of our favorite tools – Adobe Connect. There are a number of web conferencing options on the market today, as well as freebies like Skype and Google Hangout. Adobe Connect.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 13, 2012

We use ActionKit mainly for online advocacy and fundraising but we also use it to manage our supporter database, email blasts, and donations. With a distributed global staff, we depend on things like Skype video chat to reduce travel. We have weekly global Skype video calls for various teams. It requires very little maintenance.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 1, 2014

The Kosch-Westerman Foundation begins by going to the homes of these terminally ill or seriously injured children to set up donated hardware for the children to use. Brian uses donated laptops and tablets with Skype software, connected to cameras in the children's classrooms. The Security Solution: Norton via TechSoup.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 28, 2008

Computer classes are held every morning utilizing donated laptops and desktops (that are hand-carried over by Dr. Hendrie on her quarterly trips) Students, picked by lottery, come daily for six weeks to learn word processing, spread sheets, and Internet use, on our one, slow connection, acquiring a useful skill for future employment.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 30, 2007

I blogged the invitation, I emailed friends, family, and a few colleagues, I skyped, and sent an invitation to join the flickr group to all my flickr contacts. And, congrats to the winner , CogDogBlog and $50 will be donated to his favorite cause. The winner would receive $50 to their favorite cause or charity.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 16, 2006

I created some template language to cut and paste into emails, skype/im pings, and thank you messaging, etc. I pinged some nonprofit technology and cambodian blogger colleagues via skype or email, asking for campaign advice. I've been flabbergasted by the generous donations from colleagues of their money, their advice, and links.

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The Fundraising Authority

OCTOBER 28, 2021

i.e., “first time donation”). If you also want to beat cancer - not just for yourself but for your family and friends - become one of LACC's champions by making a donation today. And I'm happy to know that you can help others get the same great care with your donation to LACC. Step 3: Generate Drafts with AI.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 28, 2008

I got Skyped in for 10-15 minutes for a Q&A with Laura and the audience. Roughly 35-40% new donors - 20% repeats or donated to more than one campaign (I don't have all the numbers from the last campaign - and I had tabulate with a spreadsheet -- the limitations of the back-end of some of the systems we've used).

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Have Fun - Do Good

JULY 30, 2006

She steered away from using a PayPal button and worked only with donations of supplies and equipment. It took her 10 hours, by herself, to sort through all of the clothing donations that she received. Photo credit: Hurricane Katrina Donations (ii) by Barret Anspach blogher blogher06 disaster relief blog

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 23, 2006

I attended a meeting at the SLTechSoup Office, a discussion forum on Avatar Marketing hosted by Harvard Berkman Center , and visited a donation site for the Make A Wish Foundation. Feel free to email or skype me if you need help getting started - it's a wee bit of a learning curve, but fun.

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Qgiv

MARCH 26, 2024

Because nonprofits depend on donations, they’re often stretched thin for resources. Software and toolkits can play a crucial role in streamlining the donation process and creating a more convenient and engaging experience for potential donors looking to contribute to your cause. Double the Donation. Optimized fundraising.

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Kindful

JUNE 17, 2021

Google Meet works like Zoom or Skype, allowing you to host virtual presentations and meetings with invited guests. With Google Calendar, you can set up public calendars that are viewable to anyone or internal calendars that can be viewed by employees, teams, volunteers, and anyone else you would like to share with. Google Meet.

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