Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

OCTOBER 20, 2012

The recently launched Laura and John Arnold Foundation Giving Library is a unique resource that provides this information about nonprofits through engaging video interviews. We’re delighted that Benetech was selected to be one of the first 250 nonprofits spotlighted on the Giving Library.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 17, 2012

How would apps benefit your nonprofit or library? The resources below will help you get started answering these questions. Apps for Nonprofits and Libraries. See our nonprofit and library app survey results and the nonprofit and library Apps Wish List to see how other nonprofits and libraries are thinking about apps.

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Non Profit Quarterly

DECEMBER 14, 2021

If the pandemic forced us onto new and unfamiliar ground, now is the time to assess and balance how technologies have affected our reach, for better and for worse. We wanted to know how technology use has changed in volunteer management, especially through the pandemic. and Canada about their technology use.

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Tech Soup

JULY 5, 2017

Earlier this year, we told you about all the resources available at TechSoup for learning to use technology. Finding Quick Technology Answers Beyond TechSoup. Because we know that TechSoup may not be able to answer all of your really specific technology questions, here are some of our favorite sites. " So handy.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 28, 2013

People rely on their neighborhood library to borrow books, magazines, and movies. Providence Community Library (PCL) is leading the way. PCL is a nonprofit network of nine neighborhood libraries that provide free, accessible library services and serve as vibrant neighborhood hubs. But borrowing the Internet?

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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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Cloud 4 Good

APRIL 16, 2021

During the recent 2021 Nonprofit Technology Conference, Cloud for Good Founder and CEO Tal Frankfurt met virtually with two pioneering leaders utilizing Salesforce to innovate in the nonprofit space during COVID-19: Zero to Three Chief Technology Officer Edima Elinewinga and Harold Grinspoon Foundation Chief Information Officer Eric Jordan.

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Forum One

MARCH 20, 2024

Finding cost-effective ways to launch new services, having the ability to iterate quickly, providing non-resource intensive access to remote and underserved communities, and creating the most accessible and secure experiences possible, just to name a few. This means a more performant and less resource-intensive experience.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 1, 2014

Our networked world has advanced to a point where information technology is touching all aspects of society. The cost of prototyping and deploying new technology tools is now extremely low and data has the potential to accelerate social progress in areas ranging from poverty to human rights, education, health, and the environment.

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The MatrixFiles

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The addition of AI and other technologies to rapidly deploy misinformation and disinformation creates a new layer of complexity that newsrooms around the country are grappling with. Members are asking for resources they can use to bring people together and enhance trust within their communities. Track trends in your industry.

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EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

In this blog, we’ll explore a few key types of advocacy that help organizations drive positive change; tactics that unite and activate supporters; and technology to make this important work more effective and efficient. Fortunately, technology like digital advocacy tools make this easy to do for staff and supporters alike.

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Tech Soup

MAY 20, 2013

Things work best when the two sides are well aligned, and technology is an important area where we can do that. Lisa Pool’s Technology Affinity Group and Laura Quinn’s Idealware. TechSoup also has a new foundation resource area for software donations. The Technology Affinity Group. Hold a yearly conference.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 4, 2012

highlights how apps can help libraries connect with patrons and provide services in new ways. Many libraries accomplish this by. creating standalone apps or a mobile-friendly website and library. share resources or get their message out. inspire libraries (and nonprofits!) inspire libraries (and nonprofits!)

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Tech Soup

JULY 25, 2012

"We're moving from a 'top down' model where high quality resources were once published through peer review and traditional authority-based publishing modes to a different model," she explained. The Rise of Virtual Libraries. Virtual libraries aren't a new phenomenon. Success in Second Life.

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

"I want to create a subscription website where people pay to get access to my community, resources, and publications.” ” That's what Lily, a stay-at-home mom who ran her local Library Association, wanted to accomplish. When she began to Google.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 5, 2017

We benefit from the resources, brainpower, and strength of organizations and individuals to help us support NGOs and public libraries worldwide. We were introduced to the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) through our common interest in libraries. The IMLS also provides a very key resource to TechSoup: data.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 22, 2014

On December 17, TechSoup hosted a SoupChat for nonprofits and libraries looking for more information on website design and hosting. A staffer from a small library listed a few popular services — WordPress, Wix, and Weebly — adding that she worried she might regret her decision six months down the road. Migrating Your Site.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 3, 2014

Cynthia Adams, CEO of TechSoup donor partner GrantStation , recently did an important online training webinar on how rural charities and libraries can get grants. The Resource Gap in Rural Funding. The nonprofit Bridgespan Group did a special post-recession report on overcoming the resource gap in rural funding.

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Tech Soup

MAY 3, 2013

Dana Abbey is the Health Information Literacy Coordinator for the National Network of Libraries of Medicine, MidContinental region. She has a background in public libraries, library consultation, and prescription drug monitoring. While nurses are doing screenings, provide demonstrations of MedlinePlus (and other resources).

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

As smartphones and tablets grow in popularity, mobile optimization is something libraries and nonprofits should pay close attention to in the coming year. Why should mobile be part of libraries and nonprofits' game plan? It begs the question: Why aren't more patrons accessing library sites on their mobile devices?

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Tech Soup

MAY 12, 2015

How the Natalia Library Helps Patrons Improve Their Lives. The Natalia Veteran's Memorial Library serves the small town of Natalia, Texas. With extremely limited resources, librarian Amy Edge must make difficult decisions every day about what her library can provide. It netted $2,500 for the library.

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Nonprofits Source

JULY 31, 2023

Let’s explore four tech-savvy resources that can complement and improve your digital marketing outreach. This resource will live on your chapter’s website and can display photos, videos, and other relevant visual elements that illustrate your fraternity or sorority’s traditions and values. Gathering appropriate and relevant content.

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Tech Soup

MAY 8, 2017

TechSoup is justifiably famous for our product donations, but we also have great digital and in-person training resources for your charity, foundation, or library. Here's what we have for you in the way of learning resources at TechSoup. Technology Planning (four courses). Free In-Person Technology Training Events.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 28, 2013

We have the technology, we have the content, and now we have the legal framework to make it possible for every person with a print disability on the planet to get access to the books they need for education, employment and social inclusion! The Benetech team is delighted by its adoption today.

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Candid

AUGUST 30, 2023

Its second objective: providing suggestions for resources to stay up-to-date on trends that may affect your nonprofit. New technology Hands up: Who knew anything about generative AI last year? As a librarian, I would be remiss if I didn’t say: Never sell short all the free resources at your local public library.

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Tech Soup

MAY 20, 2013

Things work best when the two sides are well aligned, and technology is an important area where we can do that. Lisa Pool’s Technology Affinity Group and Laura Quinn’s Idealware. TechSoup also has a new foundation resource area for software donations. The Technology Affinity Group. Hold a yearly conference.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The software offers pre-built modules for common data analysis tasks and integrates with various AI libraries for model building and deployment. Whether CMA has resources to meet those needs. The intersection of technology with the human touch is an area I’m going to explore in future posts.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 18, 2016

Learn the basics of implementing and conducting effective tech training in TechSoup's Tech Training for Nonprofit and Library Staff 101. Tech Training for Nonprofit and Library Staff 101 will. Introduce you to how to manage technology change in your organization. A curated list of additional tech training resources.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 10, 2013

I preferred starting from scratch and using Easel.ly's library of shapes, images, and fonts to create my infographic. The free plan includes 2MB of online storage (for hosting your graphics), supports image export, and offers a library of shapes and symbols. More Infographic Tips and Resources. Community Organizer 2.0

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Global Giving

JULY 25, 2017

Download “Transforming Technology Pro Bono: A Practical Approach to Engaging Technology Talent for Nonprofit Capacity Building” from VMware Foundation and Taproot Foundation to learn best practices in structuring a corporate pro bono technology project or program with a nonprofit partner. Download the guide now.

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Wild Apricot

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

“I want to create a membership site where people can fill out a form and pay online to get access to my community and resources.” ” This is what Lily, the membership manager of a small Library Association wanted to accomplish. After doing.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

In August, we hosted a webinar called Technology Planning Tips for Small Libraries. Julie Elmore, library director, Oakland City-Columbia Township Public Library (Indiana). Travis Montgomery, technology specialist, Liberty Lake Municipal Library (Washington). Our guests for this webinar were.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 20, 2013

"We hope that free Wi-Fi will be a resource that the city and other local groups will be able to use in their efforts to bridge the digital divide and make their community stronger," said Veronica Bell, a senior manager for public policy and government relations at Google, in a statement. " Grist's Susie Cagle mapped.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 7, 2009

Many of you may not know that we also work with libraries and have done so for the past few years, largely via our MaintainIT Project. We call it TechSoup for Libraries. If you're a library and have used any of the resources mentioned above, please take a few minutes to offer your feedback in their survey. read more

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Whole Whale

MAY 19, 2023

The DALL·E 2 Prompt Book : This is the OG image prompt library and guide on designing great prompts. ArtHub AI Library : A collection of AI-generated art prompts and a platform for artists to showcase their AI-generated artwork. Prompt Library on Twitter : A Twitter account that shares AI-generated prompts and resources.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

I have good news: For $5 million a year, we can build a global library that provides tens of millions of people around the world who are blind, low vision, or dyslexic free access to books that will work for them. Our Bookshare library has over 550,000 books that have been delivered digitally over 10 million times. This one does.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 23, 2015

Luckily, there are some great Internet safety resources that are specific for healthcare organizations , libraries , seniors , kids , and small offices (like the ones that most nonprofits have). It has a great no-nonsense resource section for online bullying. Online Security for Libraries. There is a lot to it.

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