Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 16, 2014

In fact, his reading skills are above average and he is on track to be an honor roll student. Mifos can immediately deploy these new mobile features of its financial inclusion platform, which delivers world-class microcredit services that help open up new opportunities for the poor and their families. billion poor and unbanked.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 24, 2022

DLRS is a community-built and community-maintained open source Salesforce solution. “Open source is nothing without a community, and I could not be more excited for the DLRS team and this release. Learn more about the history of DLRS, and Andy’s decision to join the Open Source Commons program.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

The goals of the DEI Open Source Commons team center around leveling the playing field for everyone in tech by increasing diversity and inclusion at Salesforce community events, in addition to creating and modeling a toolkit that groups can use towards their own diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. “I What’s next?

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Allegiance Group

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

This article will discuss several key points to help you make an informed decision, covering topics such as open-source vs. closed-source platforms, software costs, licensing methods, and more. Many do not have open-source code, but some, like Umbraco, do. Nevertheless, choosing isn’t simply about popularity.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 18, 2017

Source: State of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising 2017. Email and social media are the first apps opened. Source: ReportLinker. Source: GlobalWebIndex. Source: 2017 Charity Digital Skills Report. 46% of Americans say they check their smartphones as soon as they wake up, while they’re still in bed.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 1, 2021

As a professional in the nonprofit sector, you can absolutely still work to be the best you can be, developing your personal and professional skills and advancing your career along the way. Ready to dive deeper into these three skills for furthering your nonprofit career? Actively look for new learning opportunities. .

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 30, 2014

of Martus —our free, open source, secure information collection and management software—which includes major updates and usability improvements. Last week, the Benetech Human Rights Program released version 4.5 The biggest highlight of this release is that Martus 4.5

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Kindful

AUGUST 28, 2023

Skills and Experience We are building complex software, which will be used in different environments, by many users with different goals, with different data. Excellent diagnostic/troubleshooting and problem-solving skills We are looking for the following experience: Someone with leadership experience.

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NTEN

MAY 12, 2009

Here's the official low-down: Get up to speed on dozens of free and open-source projects driving innovation in cloud computing, Web application development, social and collaborative technologies, and more. In addition, hone your skills and accelerate your productivity with technology Deep Dives. Register today!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 28, 2005

Noy Shoung also predicts that by 2006 more computer users in Cambodia will be using Open Source software versus Microsoft. NIDA is a partner with Khmer Open Source Project , an Open Source Localization project to customize Khmer-Language versions for software applications and operating system , a Linux SuSE 9.3

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Top Nonprofits

JULY 1, 2022

Both are open-source, user-friendly, and customizable. Drupal is a powerful open-source CMS noted for its customizability and security features. Plus, you’ll likely require the support of a skilled web developer to help manage your website migration or build project.

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Byte Technology

OCTOBER 28, 2016

An Open Book. One of the most laudable attributes of WordPress is that it’s an open-source CMS: there’s an entire community of users backing it up and creating thousands of plug-ins—beyond the basics that come with the starter version of the platform—that make it faster, prettier and more efficient. Money Talks.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 2, 2009

And, in addition, the best tool does nothing without good human project management skills using it. And it’s great that it’s free and open source. Although that wasn’t an absolute requirement for us, it is most definitely a plus, given so much of our work is implementing open source web tools.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 2, 2009

And, in addition, the best tool does nothing without good human project management skills using it. And it’s great that it’s free and open source. Although that wasn’t an absolute requirement for us, it is most definitely a plus, given so much of our work is implementing open source web tools.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 17, 2021

Disadvantages: Requires higher-level coding skills and Salesforce skills to implement . Object Sync for Salesforce is an open-source WordPress plugin that provides a GUI to map and sync data between Salesforce objects and WordPress content types. Advanced HIPAA and PCI DSS compliance options available. Formstack.

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NTEN

JULY 3, 2014

Free Geek keeps costs low and in line with its values by sending computers out with the free and open source Ubuntu operating system (rather than purchasing Windows licenses, for example). There is no skill requirement for getting involved.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 18, 2012

We use free and open source software whenever possible, but we're pragmatic and work with what our human rights monitoring and advocacy partners need, so our environment is a pretty eclectic mix. High level of attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to balance/manage multiple simultaneous tasks on your own.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 6, 2009

"OpenMRS® is a community-developed, open-source, enterprise electronic medical record system framework. If you are interested in improving your CiviCRM admin skills, learning more about developing with CiviCRM or helping improve the product in any other way, then this camp is for you."

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Tech Soup

JULY 18, 2017

Invest in Open Source. Open-source software differs from other platforms in that it doesn't cost anything to license and use. Drupal is built to make sense to users of any technical skill level, and the admin interface can be optimized for any type of workflow. How Can Nonprofits Make the Shift?

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 15, 2009

I am so envious of people with graphics skills who can do that well. The Open Road - Matt Asay has some interesting insights from the Open Source biz world. There are a whole lot of really cool things here. RoughType by Nicholas Carr - really smart dude, really interesting stuff.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 15, 2009

I am so envious of people with graphics skills who can do that well. ONE/Blog – ONE/Northwest never ceases to amaze me The Open Road – Matt Asay has some interesting insights from the Open Source biz world Tagged as: nptech { 3 comments… read them below or add one } 1 Jon Stahl 04.17.09 Be Helpful.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 8, 2011

Led by Benetech’s VP of Engineering Gerardo Capiel, we will create an online space, SocialCoding4Good, where people in the tech community interested in social causes can volunteer ideas, connections, time and skills. We also want to enable effective information sharing among agencies about what does and doesn’t work.

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Byte Technology

JULY 4, 2017

Indeed, message boards teem with useful information that WordPress users, designers and administrators at every level of knowledge and skill share and disseminate.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 11, 2013

The idea is simple – by open sourcing her materials, she hopes to inspire more colleges to incorporate courses on philanthropy in their curriculum. Stanford University lecturer Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen teaches students at Stanford about how to master philanthropy. 3) Giving 2.0:

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 22, 2008

So I’m polishing off my PHP skills, and we’ll see where that leads. { So I’m polishing off my PHP skills, and we’ll see where that leads. { So I’m polishing off my PHP skills, and we’ll see where that leads. { It will be interesting to learn the innards of a CMS. Be Helpful.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 8, 2022

This open-source, accessible solution enables workers and volunteers to collect data wherever they need to go. Start by contributing your own ideas and skills to existing community projects in the Commons. Special thanks to all the Grassroots Team volunteers who have contributed their skills and ideas to the app along the way.

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Amy Sample Ward

JULY 10, 2012

What we weren’t paying attention to was how we brought the advantages we carry in our offline lives– often defined by race, gender, class, and now, technological access and skill– to that blank canvas." Read the full post to hear both David's take, and suggestions for success from Patrick Meier. "DeadUshahidi’s

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Care2

MAY 8, 2012

The virtual Women Who Tech Telesummit which happens via internet audio and the web provides some of the most web thought-provoking, inspiring, and skills building sessions for nonprofit campaigners and social change makers. Women Who Tech TeleSummit – May 23rd. Register now!

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 15, 2021

Often, they’re using this time to seek new learning opportunities to enhance their skills and become better versions of themselves. There are a number of resources available that staff members can use to develop professional skills. So how can you, in the words of Peter Drucker, “teach people how to learn?”

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JUNE 11, 2007

" That blog entry came about because she and I had a long conversation about what kinds of skills nonprofit technology providers needed, and what we felt was missing. I don’t have too many answers today, but living inside the questions for a while is always a good start. { Be Helpful.

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Tech Soup

JULY 8, 2013

If you want to keep your nonprofit tech skills sharp join your neighborhood group. Manchester, UK: Open Badges and CiviCRM meetups. San Francisco, CA: Open Source Tech Can Improve Your City & Your Nonprofit, & A Conversation w/ SAP. With ten events this week , there’s a meetup and a topic for you.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 19, 2007

Being an independent consultant was, for me, a way to feel like I was using my skills for the greater good. Whatever emerges next, you’ll hear about it, for sure. (In In other words, no I don’t exactly know what I am doing next, yet.) And, I think I did that. Perhaps I’m now more ready to wrestle those. Be Helpful.

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Qgiv

MAY 5, 2021

Despite the fact 57% of people who watch a nonprofit video go on to make a donation, video still seems skill- and cost-prohibitive for strapped fundraising professionals. Show your skills. These resources are great for a variety of skill levels. That means it’s time for your nonprofit to get a piece of the pie. Final Thoughts.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Specific programs in this area include: Trailblazer Community , a space where our community of customers can learn relevant skills, connect to other Trailblazers, and give back together. Open Source Commons and Community Sprints , where our Salesforce-savvy community gathers to co-create solutions together.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

MARCH 10, 2008

I’d also love to see things like “how do you ensure that your staff are continuing to develop professionally and have up-to-date skills?&# I’d love to see that as part of the criteria for evaluating a vendor–what is their process for evaluating themselves. Be Helpful.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 5, 2013

Skill-building tools are also available for storytellers and they organize “ story-raisings ” community events with storytelling experts that share their knowledge. Open Source data digital storytelling big data' The tool can embed video, audio, photos and data visualizations easily with text. Image: Edgeflip logo.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

OCTOBER 2, 2008

I also have to admit that my gut tells me that in the coming economic landscape, going back to using my coding skills will likely increase my chance of keeping myself in iPhones, BeagleBoards , and microbrews, as well as the more necessary, but boring things like keeping a roof over my head.

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