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NOVEMBER 2, 2023

NRDC Gold – Nonprofit Since 1970, NRDC has been working to safeguard the earth—its people, its plants and animals, and the natural systems on which all life depends. Since then, thousands of volunteers have transcribed hundreds of thousands of image files of the more than 1.7 Check out our Davey Award Winners below!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 6, 2017

There are numerous reports, indices, and studies, such as Gensler’s Workplace Index , that explore the relationship between physical space design and business performance metrics. Global Giving understands that creating a culture of wellbeing takes time, process, and patience, especially when we are all so busy.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

Nonprofit groups and libraries can utilize trackable phone numbers, personalized URLs, and BRCs (Business Reply Cards) to reach a broader audience than they might in their local area, as well as increase individual donations. One library in particular incorporated data segmentation in an attempt to grow and optimize its mailing list.

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Tech Soup

MAY 16, 2017

The attack has hit businesses, universities, and hospitals so far. Nonprofit, church, library, and foundation offices are vulnerable to this malware, which can lock up your IT system until a ransom is paid. This particular type of ransomware exploits a vulnerability in the Microsoft Server file system. What Is Ransomware?

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 15, 2012

It asked about cloud companies going out of business and how secure data is in such cases. In our TechSoup Global NGO cloud survey we found that people in nonprofits and libraries are indeed concerned about data security in the cloud the world over. Cloud companies probably will go out of business as the industry develops.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 2, 2013

TechSoup Global has had a busy year so far with new ventures, exciting contests, and global recognition. Then you’ll create a short video (up to 90 seconds) or a five-image slide show to enter the challenge and win prizes donated by our sponsors. TechSoup for Libraries. 3D printing at your local library? Initiative.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

From operating systems to office productivity suites to graphic design software, Microsoft has made over 250 products available for donation through TechSoup. To receive product donations from TechSoup, an organization must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or a public library. Qualification generally takes up to 10 business days.

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Tech Soup

MAY 27, 2015

If your nonprofit or public library received donated Microsoft software through TechSoup, you probably used the Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) to get your software. They're also designed for busy people, so you can gain maximum skills in minimum time. Read more about thin client solutions for libraries.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 23, 2013

One element is an infrastructure project installing fiber optical cabling to homes, schools and businesses and gigabit (ultra-fast) Internet, sponsored by Google. The Kansas City Public Library System will also have a role in this work. Image: City of Kansas City. He’s a very impressive guy. The City Of Reinvention.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2023

AI systems are composed of modules that can be independently developed and replaced. Humans are influenced by biases and emotions, while AI systems are objective. AI’s bias may not have emotional origins, yet there is both evidence and fear that human prejudices are inherent in AI systems. Humans see the big picture.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 30, 2016

This event is part of our Tech Training for Nonprofit and Library Staff online course. Birgit Pauli-Haack , a web and mobile developer for Pauli Systems and Relevanza, serves businesses, professionals, and nonprofits with websites and digital marketing. Image : Startup Stock Photos / CC0. Register now. About Our Experts.

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Tech Soup

MAY 16, 2017

For instance, having an inadequate donor management system costs the organization unnecessary staff hours, making for inefficient fundraising, and lost opportunities to engage potential donors. For lighter uses, the Photoshop Elements 15 and Premiere Elements 15 bundles offer consumer-level tools for editing digital images and videos.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 26, 2015

To read about how open-source software might benefit your nonprofit or public library, check out part one of this series. CiviCRM is an open-source nonprofit-focused CRM system with powerful features for campaigns, fundraising, event planning, contact management, and case management. Image 1 : Blended Images / Shutterstock.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 13, 2013

Most charities and many libraries have part time or accidental techies taking care of their technology. By proper tech planning I mean the things that TechSoup for Libraries Technology Planning Cookbook talks about: Pulling together a committee of stakeholders to serve on a planning committee. Proper Tech Planning.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 7, 2014

Plenty are still in charities and libraries. Kaspersky: until at least 2018 (2016 for business). The libraries (and charities) realize that even if the AV is being updated, they are basically leaving themselves wide open, right? For security reasons, you should therefore plan to switch to another system.”

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

TechSoup's RCI program provides warrantied factory refurbished commercial grade computer systems to charities across the country, so we need the best suppliers we can find. Andy found him an old computer the county wasn't using anymore; within a few months, the boy was developing web pages for local businesses and churches.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 2, 2015

Adobe's powerful tools allow you to create beautiful images and videos to enhance your print materials, websites, social media, invitations, and more. Litmos provides a powerful, cost-saving, learning management system for on-demand online training. Build out your phone system with BetterWorld Telecom. spanhidden

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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). We recommend this resource to libraries and any charity that works with children of any age. Online Security for Libraries.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 4, 2013

This is the fourth and final installment in a series of grantseeking pointers inspired by fundraising consultant, Stephanie Gerding ’s great basic grantseeking information on TechSoup For Libraries that came out a few years ago. Big Book of Library Grant Money. American Library Association. Corporations and Grantmaking.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 8, 2013

Is Windows 8 right for your nonprofit or library? We curated a list of the most useful Windows 8 apps for nonprofits and libraries. Read our comparison of the two operating systems. Microsoft has a variety of resources on its Windows 8 site to help you get started with its brand-new operating system.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

Basically, it allows one computer to serve several people in a lab or library at very low cost and with minimum maintenance. We then did check-ins on how the MultiPoint Server system held up under use. Once the new system was up and running, former student and current volunteer Frank Schulz sat down and began testing it.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

At TechSoup, we know that many nonprofits and libraries serve Spanish-speaking communities in everything from teaching English as a second language, to financial and educational services, to local family- and health-related programs. Business analysis programs to help you report on and analyze your organization's data.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 20, 2016

It's essentially a digital payment system that allows two-tap giving by using a donor's saved credit card information in their Facebook account. A hardware failure in the IT system of the crowdfunding firm Kimbia caused the Give Local America online fundraising campaign to fail in May. Image 1: Wes Holing. Windows 10.

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JULY 12, 2024

Introduction to Learning Management Systems (LMS) Gyrus Systems Gyrus Systems - Best Online Learning Management Systems In a competitive world, corporations require a dynamic framework to support employee learning, training, and oversight. This is where a Learning Management System (LMS) comes into play.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 18, 2015

GlobalMedic says that the images captured by the drones can help workers deliver relief more effectively. Nope, it was a librarian, John Walsh, at the Newton Free Library in Massachusetts! Backup Exec 2014 Small Business Edition. Symantec System Recovery 2013 R2. Image 1 : Los Angeles Fire Department / CC BY-NC-ND.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 17, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and open source tool #4: GIMP January 17, 2008 GIMP stands for Gnu Image Manipulation Program. GIMP is a very full-featured image manipulation program. I love your blog. :) Cheers!

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Tech Soup

JUNE 2, 2015

" Here at TechSoup, we're excited to see nonprofits and public libraries as well as our donor partners, Microsoft and Cisco, involved with TechHire. Artis said that TechHire is the first initiative to ask, "What are the systemic problems? or public library that is teaching tech and employment skills to underserved youth.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 7, 2013

Prepare for the 'XPocalypse' According to Microsoft , the end of XP support could mean a world of trouble for those who don't upgrade: "Without critical Windows XP security updates, your PC may become vulnerable to harmful viruses, spyware, and other malicious software which can steal or damage your business data and information.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 24, 2012

These Adobe mobile apps put the power of Adobe image editing software in the palm of your hand, including: Basic image editing with Adobe Photoshop Express, a free image editing app for Android and iOS devices. A GoToMyPC account is required. DonorPerfect. Have a different smartphone? Attend ReadyTalk. What About You?

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

Basically, it allows one computer to serve several people in a lab or library at very low cost and with minimum maintenance. He set up the MultiPoint Server system. Intended Use of the New MultiPoint Server System. Ben added that the system is "super cheap to maintain." " Image: Photo by Reliatech.

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Tech Soup

MAY 23, 2014

The case went through the European court system and he won the case. Team Confufish Royale from Australia developed an app called Foodbank Local that allows businesses to easily donate excess food. If 100 restaurants do it, that will be $2 million, and if 100,000 businesses participate that’d yield $2 billion.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 27, 2014

I've been warning about the end of XP for months now , urging nonprofits, charities, and libraries to upgrade as soon as possible. We just recently hosted a free webinar on upgrading Windows operating systems. Our Upgrading Windows Operating Systems FAQ. There are essentially no good excuses to stay with XP.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 20, 2015

It's famous for its antivirus and security software like Norton Security and Norton Small Business. It also offers enterprise-level software — for example, Symantec System Recovery. Image 1 : rickz / CC BY-NC-ND. Image 2 : Tom Hilton / CC BY. Image 3: Symantec. "But it's more than that.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The Basics of Meta Ad Library Meta has 3 versions of its Ad Library, each with its own caveats. Ad Library is a user interface that lets you search ALL the ads currently running and archived (up to 5 years) in the past across Meta. The Easy Steps Pull up ad library view. The caveat is that the data can’t be exported.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 27, 2013

A couple of years ago, outreach, training, and fundraising consultant, Stephanie Gerding , posted some great basic grantseeking information on TechSoup For Libraries. Foundations, nonprofits, businesses and corporations, clubs, and professional and trade associations are all examples of private grant sources.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 23, 2011

We hear from young nonprofits and libraries all the time, and we know that making wise and affordable technology investments can play a vital part in building and growing an organization. Plus: we also offer numerous free learning resources to help you better manage your staff, volunteers, and business consultants.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 18, 2012

program, which brings donated and discounted refurbished computer equipment to nonprofits and libraries while creating environmentally-friendly alternatives to disposing of used electronic hardware. Exciting things are happening at TechSoup's Refurbished Computer Initiative (RCI). They have average processor speeds and storage capacities.

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