Tech Tips (393)
Evaluating Computer Needs; Are Laptops the New Standard?
- Thursday, 13 October 2011
- Tech Tips
- Written by Jennifer Flaten
Not so long ago, when it was time for a non-profit to replace an aging or obsolete desktop computer, the only option was a new desktop. Now, a non-profit must choose between a replacing the desktop with another desktop or making the switch to laptop computers. How does a non-profit decide which to choose?
Social Media for Nonprofits Seattle
- Monday, 03 October 2011
- Tech Tips
- Written by Kurt Martin
Social Media for Nonprofits is coming to Seattle on 10/14, featuring top talent from Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, NTEN, Causes, NPower, and more. Save $20 w/ "Tech" discount code & enjoy their strong focus on practical tips & tools for fundraising, marketing, and advocacy- not to be missed! http://bit.ly/qXUpWG
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Your Nonprofit May Benefit from Using QR Codes
- Thursday, 06 October 2011
- Tech Tips
- Written by Lorna Doone Brewer
Nonprofit organizations are perpetually looking for ways to increase both awareness and funding. Of course, we advocate using the latest technology to do just that. There has been an explosion in the use of QR codes, and nonprofits can do themselves a favor by jumping on the bandwagon.
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Using Cloud-Based Backup Solutions
- Friday, 23 September 2011
- Tech Tips
- Written by Lorna Doone Brewer
It seems like everyone is talking about “The Cloud” these days, but if you don’t really know what that means, you shouldn’t feel too bad. Even IT professionals find they have a hard time really nailing just what it is. The good news is that you don’t have to fully understand it in order to use it for your nonprofit’s benefit.
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PayPal for Nonprofits
- Thursday, 15 September 2011
- Tech Tips
- Written by Lorna Doone Brewer
The advent of technology has meant so much to nonprofit organizations, and one area where it’s particularly helpful is in collecting donations. Being able to solicit and gather contributions directly through your web site or via text messaging has taken fundraising to a whole new level that we couldn’t have even imagined as little as 20 years ago.
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$20 Discount for the Social Media for Nonprofits Series
- Monday, 18 July 2011
- Tech Tips
- Written by Kurt Martin
Save $20 off the Social Media for Nonprofits 8/4 NYC conference w/ "Tech" code, featuring tips & tools from Natl Geographic's Robert Michael Murray, the Red Cross, Network for Good, Facebook Causes, Greenpeace, Case Foundation & more, all followed by the book release party for @nonprofits101. http://socialmedia4nonprofits.org/nyc/
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Video: Give2gether Social and Community Fundraising
- Thursday, 16 June 2011
- Tech Tips
- Written by Kurt Martin
Nonprofit Technology News talked to with Arnon Shafir, CEO and Co-Founder, Give2Gether about their online nonprofit fundraising software platform and the nonprofit sector.
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Laptops vs. Desktops
- Friday, 09 September 2011
- Tech Tips
- Written by Jennifer Flaten
A laptop or desktop? That is the question most non-profits face. Actually, both laptops and desktops have their place in a non-profit organization. Each one offers something unique. Laptops offer portability and flexibility. While desktops offer security (you can‘t leave a desktop in a cab), full size keyboard and the ability to have dual screens.
Google for Nonprofits Program Provides Free Technology Solutions
- Thursday, 09 June 2011
- Tech Tips
- Written by Lorna Doone Brewer
The need for free or inexpensive software is huge in the nonprofit community, as we have to be good stewards of our supporters’ contributions. There are alternatives to some of the most common (and expensive) programs that are typically used.
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Advance Your Nonprofit (and Your Career) by Writing an Ebook
- Friday, 27 May 2011
- Tech Tips
- Written by Lorna Doone Brewer
Without a doubt, the advances of technology have benefitted nonprofits in countless ways. The ability to take online donations, web sites that inform about your cause, and donor databases are just a few of the tools that have improved the quality and efficiency of the work done by nonprofit organizations. The ease with which we can now produce information “products” has provided yet another avenue for outreach, and ebooks can play a role in this.
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