Weave is an interactive web-based software system that links
multiple visualizations (maps, charts, graphs, etc.) and
computational tools (statistics, data mining, modeling and
simulation). It was designed to provide easy access to existing
datasets or simple upload of local data, allowing anyone to
visualize any available data anywhere.
Can nonprofits take better advantage of available technologies to
improve the services they deliver and the ways in which they
deliver them?
MAP for Nonprofits, which provides management consulting and
services and board development aid to Minnesota nonprofits, hired
Idealware to conduct a detailed survey of Minnesota human service
organizations about how they were using technology and then
interview more than two dozen staff members from organizations
that were using it in effective or interesting ways.
The GuideStar donation button is a simple, inexpensive place to
start with online donations. But if your organization is
ready for a more sophisticated approach, this
article from Idealware is a great place to learn more about
what is available.
Idealware, a 501(c)(3)
nonprofit, provides thoroughly researched, impartial and
accessible resources about software to help nonprofits make smart
software decisions.
Tech Soup provides
technology products and information geared specifically to the
unique challenges faced by nonprofits.
NTEN: Change a
quarterly journal for nonprofit leaders
You’ll find a variety of tech tools in this 2-part round-up:
something to fit every nonprofit’s budget and a wide range of
your practical day-to-day needs – from volunteer and member
management, to web publishing and document sharing, to back
office tasks, project management, and more.
Part I and
Part II.
Microsoft Corp. announced July 27, 2011 that is has made updates
to its software
donation program that make it easier for nonprofit
organizations to get access to affordable technology.
Microsoft works closely with the nonprofit organization TechSoup Global and its
global network to operate the software donation program in 35
countries including the United States.
We express our gratitude to Wells Fargo for providing the funding
for our new website. The goal of this project has been to create
a highly accessible resource for all nonprofit organizations in
the region, providing information at the fingertips of executive
directors, staff and board members.
Wells Fargo has been a partner in the project from the beginning,
helping us to leverage the website grant into a regional resource
hub, and we appreciate their dedication.
10 Free Tools To Make Infographics
MakeUseOf offers a list of tools and tips for creating infographics, a great way to share information with visuals.
Weave
Web-based Analysis and Visualization Environment
Weave is an interactive web-based software system that links multiple visualizations (maps, charts, graphs, etc.) and computational tools (statistics, data mining, modeling and simulation). It was designed to provide easy access to existing datasets or simple upload of local data, allowing anyone to visualize any available data anywhere.
Unleashing Innovation
Using everyday technology to improve nonprofit services
Can nonprofits take better advantage of available technologies to improve the services they deliver and the ways in which they deliver them?
MAP for Nonprofits, which provides management consulting and services and board development aid to Minnesota nonprofits, hired Idealware to conduct a detailed survey of Minnesota human service organizations about how they were using technology and then interview more than two dozen staff members from organizations that were using it in effective or interesting ways.
A Few (More) Good Online Donation Tools
The GuideStar donation button is a simple, inexpensive place to start with online donations. But if your organization is ready for a more sophisticated approach, this article from Idealware is a great place to learn more about what is available.
Websites, eNewsletters & Blogs
Idealware, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, provides thoroughly researched, impartial and accessible resources about software to help nonprofits make smart software decisions.
Tech Soup provides technology products and information geared specifically to the unique challenges faced by nonprofits.
NTEN: Change a quarterly journal for nonprofit leaders
100 More Online Tools for Nonprofits
from Wild Apricot
You’ll find a variety of tech tools in this 2-part round-up: something to fit every nonprofit’s budget and a wide range of your practical day-to-day needs – from volunteer and member management, to web publishing and document sharing, to back office tasks, project management, and more. Part I and Part II.
Microsoft Software Donation Program
Software donations and discounts, training and monetary grants
Microsoft Corp. announced July 27, 2011 that is has made updates to its software donation program that make it easier for nonprofit organizations to get access to affordable technology.
Microsoft works closely with the nonprofit organization TechSoup Global and its global network to operate the software donation program in 35 countries including the United States.