Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

We’re deep believers in the benefits of openness, which means we publish open source software and create open content under Creative Commons licenses. We rely on free licenses to proprietary content and software, and typically get a “Yes!” We serve human rights activists in more than 100 countries.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 4, 2023

You can find discounted licenses for InDesign on sites like TechSoup. Organization is key to making this time productive and stress-free. Then go out and celebrate a job well done! Also, if you do need to outsource your printing, your printer may require press-quality art packages made by professional design software.

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Care2

AUGUST 21, 2007

60) Search « NPower Greater DC Region Technology Innovation Award | Main | Building a Successful Internet Presence » Tuesday Aug 21 2007 Get a Google Earth Pro License for Free!

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Forj

MARCH 2, 2021

Before you begin the journey, consider what the job entails. million jobs and $859 billion in business revenues worldwide. Introduced in 2014, Trailhead provides free training on Salesforce itself as well in-demand skills, such as leadership and management, artificial intelligence, and others.”

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 11, 2017

On August 14th, I’m doing a FREE webinar with Soapbox Engage on how to raise more money and not burnout. From courting potential donors to hours of grant writing, there are very few times a fundraiser’s job feels done. When you learn about a topic you love, it makes your job more welcoming. 1) Take Time Off.

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Care2

MARCH 12, 2011

The American Red Cross , who made mobile fundraising history after the Haiti earthquake is doing a terrific job in getting the word out about their texting to donate campaign to help with relief efforts. By Roberto Maxwell. American Red Cross Text to Donate. TEXT REDCROSS to 90999 to donate $10.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

Whether your organization is looking for help paying the bills or tracking grants, we have the financial management tools to get the job done. Includes two user licenses. Plus: AccountEdge Pro comes with a free app that lets you enter transaction data from iPads and iPhones and track your budget on the go.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 19, 2012

Job training for at-risk youth, veterans re-entering the workforce, or even homeless or transitional populations. Eligible organizations can request up to 100 user licenses per year. Watch more than 70 free webinars on everything from social media, to marketing and outreach, to technology planning at TechSoup webinar archives.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 16, 2009

Software buying and licensing can be a daunting subject for the uninitiated, but Zac Mutrux , a San Francisco-based technology consultant with years of experience advising nonprofits, did a great job simplifying this subject during our latest TechSoup Talks! webinar , 5 Mistakes to Avoid when Acquiring Software. Look ahead.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 13, 2016

Read more › Step 3: Using "Customer/Jobs" and "Classes" Utilities. Time is running out to get the free Windows 10 upgrade from Microsoft. Learn about Microsoft's free Windows 10 upgrade or how to get a donation through TechSoup (and which option is right for your organization). Windows 10.

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JANUARY 28, 2011

Leverage the SMALL ORG ADVANTAGE by looking for donated or discounted licenses. Negotiate for a better or free rate. Don’t accept the base price of software. In the end, changing the way your organization uses technology needs to start with setting a direction. Your nonprofit is not in the technology business.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 20, 2016

One mistake to avoid is to budget only for the cost of the software license or subscription. Estimate the upfront cost and total cost of ownership difference between perpetual license and subscription-based systems, two common pricing models. Call a software adviser for a free consultation. Consider Cost.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 1, 2015

In today’s environment, most applications can now be accessed immediately with only an Internet connection from your laptop, smartphone or tablet The complex and time consuming installation process has been replaced with a simple login that allows us instant access to the tools we need to do our jobs. On Premise vs. the Cloud.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

Every month TechSoup's NetSquared community organizers volunteer to bring free (or low cost) nonprofit technology events and workshops to more than 50 cities. But we also believe that there's value in getting the nonprofit tech community together for a good old-fashioned party (we've got hard jobs!). Upcoming Events.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

Every month TechSoup's NetSquared community organizers volunteer to bring free (or low cost) nonprofit technology events and workshops to more than 50 cities. But we also believe that there's value in getting the nonprofit tech community together for a good old-fashioned party (we've got hard jobs!). Upcoming Events.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 20, 2015

Offering free recycling worldwide to its customers, who returned 12,180 metric tons of Cisco products for reuse and recycling last year. Symantec donated more than 432,000 licenses reaching more than 23,000 organizations in 29 countries last year. RCI also offers free end-of-life take-back and recycling. Now a bit about us.

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Museum 2.0

APRIL 1, 2010

I decided to self-publish The Participatory Museum for four reasons: OPENNESS: I wanted the flexibility to license and distribute the book using an open structure to promote sharing. Few publishers was open to Creative Commons licensing and to giving away the content for free online. Why Make it Open? How Did I Do It?

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Tech Soup

APRIL 24, 2013

They offer a free trial demo, for those. product, I highly recommend utilizing their free website grader tool. If you can't quite afford their services, check out their blog for a wealth of free guides and resources for all aspects of online marketing. 502(c)(3), free advertising on Adwords (up to $10,000 a month!)

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Tech Soup

MARCH 16, 2015

I heard from an organizer who told me that her last two jobs have come from her volunteer role in our community, and from many others who told me that getting together with their peers is what gives them the energy to continue to find innovative ways to use technology for good. Toronto, Ontario: Free Webinar: Social Media for Nonprofits.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 3, 2017

TechSoup's NetSquared community is hosting free monthly technology meetups in 74 cities globally, but with more than 39,000 members, it can be hard to get a sense of the community's needs. IMAGE ATTRIBUTION GUIDELINES Image Name: Author / License. Or, better still, why don't you join us at our next event?

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

You can also use open APIs—an application programming interface with free access to the public that enables information sharing between two software platforms. Open APIs allow you to connect your CRM data to any platform that supports them. Get started with low-code and AI now.

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

If you can demonstrate to someone how this will improve their life, make their job easier, and serve their needs, they can start getting excited about new opportunities and be on board to move forward, and ready to break the status quo. These are pre-filled with example information, so feel free to adjust to your needs.

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Tech Soup

JULY 6, 2016

A huge amount of that technology is available to you for free. But should you pursue every free solution just because it's free? Actually, no — successful organizations spend the time understanding the problem they are trying to solve and exactly how the free solution can (or in some cases cannot) help.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 7, 2007

It’s peer reviewed (good), but it’s got a rather restrictive license, and the content is not freely available. The licenses are as follows: Personal License: If you have purchased a copy/subscription to the Journal with a personal license, this means that it is for your personal use.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 14, 2023

This means our technology reflects more of how you actually get your jobs done—working with your program participants, their families, governments, healthcare organizations, and other nonprofits together to ensure everyone is achieving their goals. I’m excited to share that the new Nonprofit Cloud innovation will be included.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

You may need special permits or licensed servers if you plan to have alcohol. Otherwise, you’ll find yourself scrambling to cover their job or just doing it yourself. You can even send out a free survey through SurveyMonkey or another free service. The penalties in some cases are hefty. Are you serving alcohol?

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fusionSpan

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Nonprofits can get 10 user licenses for free from Salesforce through The Power of Us Program. By bringing a consultant on early, your systems and processes will be working for you faster, and your team will be able to focus on their jobs, and what they do best. Or their jobs simply don’t get done.

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 12, 2023

Consider showcasing the following benefits of joining your organization: Learning and professional development opportunities Networking opportunities Discounted or free access to industry resources and services Access to exclusive online resources ( member directories , forums, job boards, etc.)

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 19, 2013

The story focuses on a bright and eager 20-something-year-old who gets a job at this highly coveted place to work that offers luxuries such as free concerts, volleyball courts, and a spa. I especially like that the book is available free to all on the author's website. The whole guide is Creative Commons licensed.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 2, 2016

Here's your monthly roundup of free in-person #Tech4Good events. I have the very best job at TechSoup — I get to support our network of nonprofit technology event organizers. Burlington, Vermont: Free Open Office Hours for Nonprofits — with Sustainable Digital. Orem, Utah: QuickBooks Made Easy.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 22, 2015

Ironically, these cloud services are typically offered at costs that are more economical than traditional licensed software and internal support expenses combined. Everything you’re hearing tells you that SaaS is better than the old licensing model. Here are 5 reasons the cloud is right for your organization: 1.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 11, 2017

But if you’re like me, you constantly find ways to maximize your productivity to get the job done. Best of all, this 7 step marketing process is easy to learn and will free your time to focus on more value-adding activities. This free digital marketing tool analyzes your headline and calculates a score based on the words you use.

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