Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 6, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology NTC Links April 6, 2007 There has been a little bit of blogging and the like at NTC – although it was certainly hindered yesterday, when the internet was down for most of the day.

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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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MAY 7, 2013

Whew, what an NTC! All of you - the community - are the special sauce that makes the NTC the amazing event it is. NTC in Numbers. It just wouldn''t be a post-NTC update if we didn''t share some of the highlights in numbers! Online NTC Attendees:147. NTC in Review , Ryan Tiffitt , Idealware. Speakers: 250.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 17, 2008

This year, I’m much more clear about the directions my work is going in, and what I’m looking for at NTC. Last year I was just re-emerging from having taken a break to go to seminary, and not quite exactly sure what I was doing. And of course, there is Penguin Day !!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 29, 2016

How to Be a Wizard at Tech Training Design and Delivery guest post by Cindy Leonard and Jeanne Allen. The breakout session “How to Be a Wizard at Tech Training Design and Delivery” at the 2016 Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC) originated from an earlier session designed by Andrea Berry, Beth Kanter, John Kenyon, and Cindy Leonard.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 2, 2011

If I see conference signage I want Anna to use at the next NTC, I snap a picture and save it in my NTC notebook. I have some of my best ideas while washing dishes, and I find some of the best sites while on the train. Evernote lets me organize files, web sites, pictures, audio, and notes, from any device.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Pro tip: Another outstanding aspect of AFP ICON is the emphasis on networking. Nonprofit Storytelling Conference AFP ICON and NTC are fun and educational, but they’re really big conferences! Pro tip: Take advantage of the happy hours, receptions, roundtables, and workshops. Check out our recap of AFP ICON 2023 here.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 13, 2013

The problem is that it takes some tech planning to come up with a budget for the New Year. Here’s some resources for doing quick tech planning so you’ll have some money to work with in 2014. Proper Tech Planning. How to Conduct a Quick Tech Plan. It’s definitely tech planning made simple.

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APRIL 28, 2021

Pro tip: Another outstanding aspect of AFP ICON is the emphasis on networking. The Nonprofit Technology Conference ( NTC ). If you’re tech-oriented and looking for ways to use technology to improve your fundraising, this is the conference for you! Plus, NTC is exceptionally welcoming to first-timers.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 17, 2017

Nonprofit blogger Vu Lee has some tips on what types of openers to avoid. Next week at the NTEN’s Nonprofit Technology Conference, I am co-leading a session with fellow nonprofit tech trainers, John Kenyon, Jeanne Allen, and Cindy Leonard on how to supercharge your training. A Few Examples of Good Openers.

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NTEN

MARCH 24, 2015

50 Fascinating Nonprofit Statistics , Douglas Gould Company Must-Know Insights from #15NTC , Kevin Martone, Harold Grinspoon Foundation via Getting Attention 15NTC: Tech Tools & Austin Tips , Roshani Kothari, Ginkgo Street Labs NTEN 2015 Wrap Up , Paul St. Translated from [2015 ??? ?? ????(NTC) 1? - ??? ???? ????), 1?? ?? ???? ??),

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

From a Tech Club organizer, to NTEN Lab facilitator, to NTC speaker, to Editorial Committee member, he has demonstrated his commitment for nearly a decade. Learn more about Ash''s journey through the NTEN Community, lessons learned along the way, tips, and something that might surprise you about him. Any organizing tips?

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DECEMBER 30, 2014

I enjoyed learning about new trends in the field of nonprofit tech and felt that I left with some concrete tools to use to enhance the work of my organization. Not only have I applied what I learned to my own organization, but I also wrote a blog post for Huffington Post with ten tech tips I learned at the Nonprofit Technology Conference.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2014

I will admit that some of the tech talk was over my head, but it encouraged me to stretch myself and learn more. One of the workshops I attended went over best practices for posting on Facebook, the value of Twitter, and other tips around social media. I never would have been able to attend the NTC conference without a scholarship.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

TechSoup will be hosting a pre-conference workshop on Office 365; exhibiting at the NTC Science Fair; speaking at plenary events, breakout sessions, and a "Birds of a Feather" lunch; and facilitating networking opportunities. Check NTC's schedule for specific events and hours. Want to connect with Steve in advance of NTC?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 27, 2007

The NTC Ride/Room Share Board. " Looks like Britt has been looking at other tech conferences and asking the same question. Her recent post at Netsquared called " How To Green Your Tech Conference " has some good advice. Mary offers six good tips for being more green at conferences. I'm too old.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 10, 2012

12NTC is the go-to event every year for nonprofit professionals who work on technology, communications, or guide their organizations in tech decisions. Telling Better Stories: Fundraising Tips from 12NTC from Ariel Gilbert-Knight. More than Apps: Mobile Tips from 12NTC from Ariel Gilbert-Knight.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 19, 2011

The plenary session on Saturday morning featured Moira Gunn, host of the weekly NPR show, Tech Nation. She shared her personal story about she feels the issue is important. Her last tip was to go out and look at the moon because it is closest to the earth in 18 years and she heard about that on NPR.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 19, 2011

The plenary session on Saturday morning featured Moira Gunn, host of the weekly NPR show, Tech Nation. Her last tip was to go out and look at the moon because it is closest to the earth in 18 years and she heard about that on NPR. She asked the audience, “who invented the 800 number?

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Tech Soup

MARCH 8, 2016

TechSoup will be ALL OVER NTC this year. Here are seven ways you can get connected at NTC. We are thrilled to have so many partners with us at NTC and look forward to introducing you to them in the exhibit hall and throughout the conference! Connect with Tech Training (and Techies!) Connect with the Tech Support You Need.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

We’re one month out from NTEN’s annual Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC) in Washington, DC. Last year was my inaugural year attending NTC, and within a few hours of landing in snowy Minneapolis, I was meeting hundreds of nptechies at the pre-conference party, #NTCBeer. Who wouldn’t want to be a part of that?

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 15, 2009

Rather than list off the top things you can do to raise money and spread your money right now, we decided to instead put our money where our mouth is - quite literally - and make a concerted effort to help the entire nptech community by raising money online for scholarships to none other than the 2009 NTC Conference in San Francisco.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 8, 2010

Going into the IT Directors Affinity Group at this year's NTC conference, I expected to be lost during most of what I thought would be a highly technical discussion. Tags: Acquiring Technology Running Your Organization Staff Tech Planning Training.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 13, 2007

Allen Benamer of the Nonprofit Tech Blog says " Support Idealware !" Ten Tech Proposals Empowering Human Rights, Local Leadership, and Community Education is. There's an excellent tip sheet on how to get the word out about projects here. The NTEN's NTC and NPTech Pipe. More pointers to NTC posts here.

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Forum One

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The annual Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC) is NTEN’s signature technology event. In this session, we’ll discuss what inclusive research looks like and give you concrete tips for how you can ethically structure your research to ensure you’re designing impactful solutions for your audiences.

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MARCH 19, 2011

The plenary session on Saturday morning featured Moira Gunn, host of the weekly NPR show, Tech Nation. Her last tip was to go out and look at the moon because it is closest to the earth in 18 years and she heard about that on NPR. She asked the audience, "who invented the 800 number?"

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MAY 4, 2011

So when Darian Heyman — or DJ Heyman as some of you NTC attendees may know him — asked us to contribute a chapter on tech to a new handbook for nonprofit leaders, I was delighted. Nonprofit Mangement 101 gives readers a great grounding in all the areas a nonprofit leader needs to consider.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

But what if you can't make it to NTC this year? Attending our events is like going to NTC in DC — except without the cost of a hotel and flight! This roundup of face-to-face nonprofit tech events includes meetups from NetSquared , NTEN's Tech Clubs , and HandsOn Tech. Upcoming Tech4Good Events.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 19, 2008

There are some fabulous sessions proposed for the 2009 NTC , running the whole gamut of nonprofit technology, from planning to Web 2.0, That’s an interesting model, and, if the software is decent, sounds like it could be a good option for some organizations. But, of course, as with anything, look (a lot) before you leap.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 2, 2012

12NTC is the go-to event every year for nonprofit professionals who work on technology, communications, or guide their organizations in tech decisions. And if you can't join in person, you can participate in the Online NTC , with live-streaming sessions, keynotes, and more. Tips and Tools for Technology Planning.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

But what if you can't make it to NTC this year? Attending our events is like going to NTC in Austin — except without the cost of a hotel and flight. 501 Tech Club Austin in Austin, Texas. Nonprofit Neighbors Tech Club in Kansas City, Missouri. They're going to try and recruit you. :-). Newest Groups.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 3, 2017

So don't be nervous — we're ready to create amazing tech training and networking events in your community! This roundup of face-to-face nonprofit tech events includes meetups from NetSquared , NTEN's Tech Clubs , and HandsOn Tech. Durham, NC: What You Want to Know from NTC. Friday, April 14, 2017.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 29, 2007

My goal was to bring them to the Linux geek out at NTC , and have people play with Linux installs on them. We’ll see… Anyway, if you’ll be at NTC, come by and see where I got to. But, I realized that I had somewhat of a challenge on my hands. Linux is supposed to be easy to install and use. at 5:33 am Which Ubuntu?

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NTEN

JULY 2, 2010

Farra, along with Thomas Negron and Charles Lenchner, invited Foursquare founder Naveen Selvadurai and Brooklyn Museum's Shelley Bernstein to their June 501 Tech Club. Read the article for Farra's takeaways and tips for nonprofits. You can see the aggregated Tweets from the NYC 501 Tech Club here. he thinks are worth reading.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 4, 2017

This year's Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC) in Washington, DC, had a lot to offer for the nonprofits in attendance, and TechSoup was no exception. We sent several of our best representatives to meet our fellow nonprofits and take in the latest tech info from the sessions. More from NTC. More Secrets. Stay true to you.

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Amy Sample Ward

APRIL 19, 2009

NetSquared’s Global Community Builder , Amy Sample Ward, will be at the NTC this year to connect and collaborate with friends, colleagues and new faces in the sector. Find more ways to follow virtually from NTC-Live. Find more ways to follow virtually from NTC-Live. Net Tuesday & 501 Tech Club Affinity Group Meeting.

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NTEN

MAY 20, 2011

In the News A big congratulations to John Merritt for his nomination and award as a 2011 Top Tech Exec from San Diego Magazine ! You're a top tech exec in our eyes every year :) There's an interesting report in The NonProfit Times this week covering the changes affecting the NPower network. Have more news to share? Anything we missed?

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