Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2023

On social media and the news. As with all new major technological changes (we’re looking at you, electricity and the internet), we must adapt and adopt. Recall that chatbots source their information from the internet, and they do not differentiate between reliable sources, sales copy, or opinion. At the dog park.

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TechImpact

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

By calling long distance over the internet you are avoiding the use of the traditional phone infrastructure that make calling long-distance so costly. Calling over the internet is much cheaper than traditional methods and many providers often offer unlimited options. Free long-distance calling. Unlimited international calling.

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Tech Soup

MAY 23, 2014

It’s time to catch up on some nonprofit technology trends and news again! It doesn’t rely solely on the relatively few big data centers out there, but rather on the emerging Internet of Things in which processors are embedded into appliances, thermostats, cars, street lights, buildings, etc. Here in the U.S.,

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Tech Soup

MAY 14, 2013

Here’s some news on a now famous NetSquared alumnus project. It is a nonprofit tech company that develops free and open-source software for information collection, visualization, and crowdsourced interactive mapping to help mitigate disasters. Ushahidi is an NGO headquartered in Kenya. Find out more about this here.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 3, 2008

Adobe (yeah, Adobe ) joined the Linux Foundation , and released a Linux alpha of Air , their new application platform. { Adobe (yeah, Adobe ) joined the Linux Foundation , and released a Linux alpha of Air , their new application platform. { Be Helpful. Be Helpful.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

From the first experience of surround sound to seeing your hands function and your body moving through a digital world, nonprofit marketers and fundraisers absolutely need to explore this next iteration of the internet. When setting up your Oculus Quest for the first time, take your time to visually explore your virtual reality.

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Volunteer Hub

APRIL 14, 2023

VolunteerHub software is designed to provide a seamless, unified, and enjoyable experience for volunteers and administrators, regardless of the device they are using. If you are looking for volunteer management software that offers mobile functionality to volunteers and coordinators alike, here are 4 reasons to consider VolunteerHub.

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TechImpact

JANUARY 6, 2014

Either way, it is important to let your internet visitors know immediately where they are, and make them feel as if they have come to the right place. Easy to use donation software. Testing your software to make sure it is simple and effective is imperative to your success. Fundraising Industry News Tech'

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 14, 2013

As we hurtle toward the end of 2013, it’s time for an update of nonprofit technology trends and news! If you’re a nonprofit news junkie, have a look at all our Nonprofit Technology News pieces from this past year. Back in my May Nonprofit Technology News edition, I covered the emerging field of digital wallets.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

NOVEMBER 5, 2007

This means that anyone can hack their phones – and a raft of developers can create really interesting kinds of software for phones. Why is this good news for nonprofits? This is big. The SDK will be available later this month. And just like OpenSocial was a great answer to Facebook, this is a great answer to the iPhone.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 20, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology News from NTC ‘08 March 20, 2008 I’ve been having a great time here at NTC – running into lots of folks I’m happy to see again, and meet, learning about new things, being involved.

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 4, 2022

Investing in volunteer management software can help an organization create a unified, streamlined experience for all volunteers. There are many benefits of volunteer software , ideal for recruiting, engaging, and managing volunteers of all kinds. Access to volunteer data from anywhere with an internet connection. Mobile app.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 21, 2023

In this post, learn more about effective volunteer management and the value of volunteer management software. In this blog post, we will talk about what volunteer management is, why it is worth the investment, and what to look for in software. What is Volunteer Management Software? You want to automate volunteer engagement.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JUNE 25, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology What software freedom means to me June 25, 2008 I got some interesting comments on the last post about Linux desktops. The date was sometime in 1995. Access to the source code is a precondition for this.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 10, 2017

You can use Autodesk software to design buildings or additions, interiors, exhibits, and entertainment content. Save on Microsoft software. The Symantec donation program at TechSoup offers antivirus and Internet security for your local area network, Mac and Windows computers, and mobile devices. Get Adobe Creative Cloud.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JUNE 2, 2011

These days, you can find most kinds of software for the Mac, but there still is a relative paucity of apps in comparison to Windows. Internet Explorer. Most software developers don’t make Linux versions. Most software developers don’t make Linux versions. Why Windows sucks: Viruses, Trojans and Worms, Oh My!

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 22, 2013

What’s our Internet connectivity like. Cloud computing does not change your Internet speed, however it is a great solution for old, slow database hardware. As long as your nonprofit has an Internet connection, the information saved to the cloud can be accesses from anywhere. Is there a cloud solution for our needs?

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VisionLink

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

As an attorney he specializes in internet, technology, privacy, and corporate law and has consulted organizations on legal requirements, risk identification, risk management, and developing a corporate culture of privacy. Aaron is a proud husband and father of six children, with his and his wife’s seventh child arriving in early 2015.

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Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 23, 2023

Looking for a way to support your new volunteer coordinator? VolunteerHub is must-have volunteer management software that can optimize every facet of their role. Without software to help streamline the process, coordinating volunteers can be daunting for even the most seasoned professional. Or that we offer kiosk functionality?

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Whole Whale

APRIL 26, 2022

The tool, while only in beta, gathered some quick attention across news outlets and Twitter users that took screenshots of surprise. Most of us use some form of spell check every day, whether it’s the built-in spell checker in our word processing software or a web-based service like Google’s Gmail. Quick History of Spell Checks.

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TechImpact

DECEMBER 19, 2013

Mail, and Google Docs are all examples of cloud-based applications, also known as software as a service (SaaS). Cloud computing, simply put, is a way for your computer to access computing power via the internet. Industry News Tech cloud cloud computing cloud technology nonprofit npCloud npTech' Gmail, Yahoo!

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 20, 2007

How do you go about finding out whether it’s the right software, and whether the project has a healthy community, since you don’t want to adopt a project that doesn’t? Or you’re just curious about projects you’ve heard about. Check out the website. Be Helpful. Be Helpful.

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Volunteer Hub

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Investing in volunteer management software, like VolunteerHub, can reduce stress and inefficiency that often leads to turnover in the volunteer coordinator role. For volunteer coordinators, volunteer management software provides automation that can reduce workload, increase efficiency, and prevent burnout. Recruitment.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JULY 9, 2018

This concept has been pioneered by the Internet Archive with its Open Library can lend a digital copy of a book for a period of time as long as it (or a partner library) owns a physical copy of that book which it holds back from being lent to someone else. Turns out that Chris’ mom was the acting CEO of a new software company, “Napster.”

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 3, 2012

The truth is I think it has only just begun and that we’re on the cusp of a radical transformation in how we use the Internet in our personal and work lives as well as how we use it to foster social good. Diversify your news sources. The best social media managers have a voracious appetite for news and current affairs.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 5, 2023

If you are trying to increase the efficiency of your volunteer program and streamline volunteer recruitment, engagement, and management; VolunteerHub is the software for you. VolunteerHub has helped thousands of nonprofits through its industry-leading volunteer management software, and best-in-class training and support.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

I don't need security software on my Mac!" Paul Ohm, a senior policy adviser to the Federal Trade Commission and associate professor at the Colorado Law School, told The Washington Post , "You're making it very difficult for people who want privacy to find it on the Internet." OK, I promised you good news too.

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Volunteer Hub

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Online training can be completed from anywhere with an internet connection, and set-up as “self-paced” to work into a volunteers schedule. Some learning management systems integrate with volunteer management software to offer even greater functionality. These features quickly become invaluable for testing and optimization.

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AFP Blog

MARCH 6, 2008

Flickr giving away 10K pro memberships (to nonprofits) - News - Internet Applications Software: "Flickr is giving away pro accounts to nonprofits and public libraries to showcase their efforts.Yahoo owned photo community Flickr has launched a new program called Flickr for Good.

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Volunteer Hub

JULY 13, 2021

The functionality of volunteer management software , and its benefits to nonprofits, also continues to grow as new features and optimizations are made based on volunteer behavior, such as a demand for remote volunteer opportunities post COVID-19. An online registration process provides both volunteer and nonprofit benefits.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 23, 2011

To wit: we’ve put together this simple guide to the donated software that most all nonprofits and libraries need in their toolkit, especially when they’re just starting out. All of these donated software tools can be requested at the same time. Norton Internet Security 2012 takes your security one step further.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

I don't need security software on my Mac!" Paul Ohm, a senior policy adviser to the Federal Trade Commission and associate professor at the Colorado Law School, told The Washington Post , "You're making it very difficult for people who want privacy to find it on the Internet." OK, I promised you good news too.

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Kindful

JUNE 10, 2021

Below, we’ll run through how to write the perfect thank you letter and describe how your nonprofit’s CRM software can help streamline the process when you have multiple letters to send. The good news is that you don’t have to do all of this manually. No matter how big or small the gift, a heartfelt thank you is always in order.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 6, 2022

Launch of Web-Based Bidding: This new functionality adds to the accessibility of virtual auction events and gives auction guests the option to bid on and purchase auction items through their internet browser. Auction guests using Qgiv can now participate according to their technology preferences: via browser or app.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

The good news is that some basic changes can go a long way toward protecting your organization's data and the people you serve. TechSoup firmly believes that all organizations should install antivirus software, perform regular backups of their data, and ensure that all their software is up-to-date.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 20, 2016

Software Advice works with hundreds of nonprofit professionals searching for new accounting software every year. It takes time, energy and money to search for and compare nonprofit accounting software, and to implement a new system. Does this software integrate with our current technology and software programs?

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Tech Soup

MAY 16, 2017

Microsoft Safety Scanner is a free downloadable security tool for all Windows versions that provides on-demand scanning and helps remove viruses, spyware, and other malicious software. It works with your existing antivirus software. Update All Your Windows Software and Enable Automatic Updates. Bitdefender Internet Security.

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