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From Myths to Millions: What Canadian Nonprofits Need to Know About Donor-Advised Funds – The Digital Nonprofit – a project of TechSoup Connect Canada

$1B in Canadian Donor-Advised Fund grants last year β€” is your nonprofit missing out?

Catch the replay + recap of our @techsoup.bsky.social Connect πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ session with Mike Todd from Transform Philanthropy. Learn how to tap into DAFs the smart way.

Watch & read:
digitalnonprofit.ca/2025/07/30/f...

30.07.2025 22:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
7 Ways Nonprofits Can Use Film to Fundraise and Engage Communities – The Digital Nonprofit – a project of TechSoup Connect Canada

🎬 Film is more than storytellingβ€”it’s a nonprofit engagement engine.

Check out 7 powerful strategies to use film for fundraising, trust-building, and community action.

Full replay from our latest TechSoup Connect πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ event.

digitalnonprofit.ca/2025/07/16/7...

πŸ‘‹ @techsoup.bsky.social

16.07.2025 22:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Website Maintenance > Redesign Meltdowns – The Digital Nonprofit – a project of TechSoup Connect Canada

Skip the expensive redesign! Learn how to keep your nonprofit site stress-free with smart maintenance. Watch the replay from our @techsoup.bsky.social Connect session with Cheeky Monkey Media: digitalnonprofit.ca/2025/06/17/w...

17.06.2025 23:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

What a strange delight this has been. Having told the story of a number of real revolutions in ultra-longform podcast format for ten seasons, Mike Duncan synthesizes the elements and style into a new, fictional revolution.

It’s tremendously good, and worth your time if you like sci-fi and history.

13.06.2025 21:37 β€” πŸ‘ 170    πŸ” 23    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1
Lessons Learned: What You Need to Know Before Launching a Capital Campaign – The Digital Nonprofit – a project of TechSoup Connect Canada

Planning a capital campaign? Fundraising strategist Frances Roen shares what actually worksβ€”from prepping your team to engaging top donors. Watch the replay + read the recap:
digitalnonprofit.ca/2025/06/03/l...
#nonprofit #fundraising

πŸ‘‹ @beckytrains.bsky.social @techsoup.bsky.social

03.06.2025 21:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Accelerating Makers - Introducing the Cultural Memory Lab Cohort: Empowering Community Archives Through Decentralized Technology Accelerating Makers

Empowering community archives through decentralized technology. πŸ’ͺ

The Cultural Memory Lab just announced its inaugural cohort.

Discover how three standout projects will explore how decentralized tools can preserve cultural memory ↓

acceleratingmakers.publicgoodapphouse.org/blog/_blog-p...

09.05.2025 18:21 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Calling for Connection: How Telemarketing Sparked $1.4M in Legacy Gifts – The Digital Nonprofit – a project of TechSoup Connect Canada

πŸ“ž Can a phone call = $1.4M in future gifts?
Turns out: yes. At @techsoup.bsky.social Connect Canada, Siobhan Aspinall & Morgan Steacy showed how a no-ask telemarketing campaign can boost legacy giving.

Replay + full breakdown here:
digitalnonprofit.ca/2025/05/21/c...

21.05.2025 22:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
wowdigital.bsky.social

Drowning in post-it notes and scattered processes? πŸŒ€
Watch our #Tech4Good replay with David Pisarek of wowdigital.bsky.social to learn 7 practical ways to simplify systems at your nonprofit. Tools, tips, and a free ebook await
digitalnonprofit.ca/2025/05/13/7...

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13.05.2025 21:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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will unironically buy the nardwuar nike collab shoes

what a world that this is a real thing

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06.05.2025 23:14 β€” πŸ‘ 233    πŸ” 27    πŸ’¬ 17    πŸ“Œ 7
Title: Board Governance Basics. Headshot of Becky on black background and The Digital Nonprofit's four color arrows, pointing to the right.

Title: Board Governance Basics. Headshot of Becky on black background and The Digital Nonprofit's four color arrows, pointing to the right.

What should every nonprofit board member know?
Check out highlights + video replay of @beckytrains.bsky.social's workshop with @techsoup.bsky.social Connect Canada.

Legal duties, ED support, fundraising & more.

πŸ“ digitalnonprofit.ca/2025/04/14/w...

14.04.2025 22:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Chaplain Timothy β€œTIG” Heaslet poses with a puppet

Chaplain Timothy β€œTIG” Heaslet poses with a puppet

How can nonprofits really use AI and automation to do more with less?
Chaplain Timothy β€œTIG” Heaslet walked us through it at our @techsoup.bsky.social Connect Canada meetup.

Practical tips, real tools, and inspiration too.

πŸŽ₯ Watch the replay: digitalnonprofit.ca/2025/04/01/r...

01.04.2025 21:41 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Event Replay: How Pacific Legal Education and Outreach is Developing an AI-Powered Chatbot – The Digital Nonprofit – a project of TechSoup Connect Canada

πŸ€– Can AI make legal help more accessible for nonprofits? Law for Nonprofits built a chatbot to do just that! Learn how they’re using AI to deliver trusted legal guidance & what your org can learn from their journey. Read the recap: digitalnonprofit.ca/2025/03/12/e...

πŸ‘‹ @techsoup.bsky.social

12.03.2025 19:22 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Revolutions History Podcast Β· 12 Seasons Β· Weekly Series

I didn't think I was a fiction podcast listener until I discovered @mikeduncan.bsky.social's delightful account of The Martian Revolution of 2247.

It's delivered EXACTLY like his History of Rome podcast. Which makes it hilarious. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

06.03.2025 23:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Exploring Bluesky: Is It Worth Your Nonprofit’s Time?
YouTube video by Elijah van der Giessen Exploring Bluesky: Is It Worth Your Nonprofit’s Time?

🐦 Missed our latest @techsoup.bsky.social Connect Canada event? Catch the replay of Charity Bluesky with @madlinsudn.bsky.social, where we explored how nonprofits can make the most of Bluesky + navigate the shift from X. πŸŽ‰βœ¨

πŸ”— Watch now: youtu.be/A16qQcROYFE
πŸ‘‹πŸ½ @coastfunds.bsky.social

25.02.2025 20:57 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Deepa Chaudhary: GrantOrb What are the top emerging trends in digital, and how will nonprofits be impacted? Where should we focus our attention (and resources) in 2025?This lightning ...

Say goodbye to lengthy grant writing! Deepa Chaudhary showcases GrantOrb, an AI tool that makes grant writing a breeze.

Watch here: https://buff.ly/4giFeFW and read about more tech innovations for nonprofits: https://buff.ly/4jEKiHx

02.02.2025 00:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Jeff Golby: The Future of Major Giving Philanthropy is Donor Driven What are the top emerging trends in digital, and how will nonprofits be impacted? Where should we focus our attention (and resources) in 2025?This lightning ...

Transform your understanding of philanthropy with Jeff Golby! Learn how a donor-driven approach can amplify nonprofit impact.

Watch the full presentation here: https://buff.ly/4jEjOG8 and explore more tech insights: https://buff.ly/4jEKiHx

01.02.2025 18:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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David Pisarek : How Digital Accessibility Can Drastically Boost Your Nonprofit’s Reach And Impact What are the top emerging trends in digital, and how will nonprofits be impacted? Where should we focus our attention (and resources) in 2025?This lightning ...

Unlock the potential of digital accessibility for your nonprofit! Hear from David Pisarek on why accessibility should be a priority.

Watch the full presentation: https://buff.ly/4jz85Zw. Learn from all our experts here: https://buff.ly/4jEKiHx

01.02.2025 00:31 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Angeline Robertson: Data Extraction Using AI and Machine Learning
What are the top emerging trends in digital, and how will nonprofits be impacted? Where should we focus our attention (and resources) in 2025?This lightning ... Angeline Robertson: Data Extraction Using AI and Machine Learning

How can AI and machine learning support advocacy work? Angeline Robertson explains how these technologies protect the Amazon from exploitation.

Watch the full session here: https://youtu.be/-SxDulo25LA

Check out more #Tech4Good innovations: https://digitalnonprofit.ca/2025/01/23/tech-innovations-…

31.01.2025 18:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Dawn Walker: Why It’s Time to Move Off Big Tech Social Media - Bluesky, Mastodon, Pixelfed, and More What are the top emerging trends in digital, and how will nonprofits be impacted? Where should we focus our attention (and resources) in 2025?This lightning ...

Discover diverse social media platforms that resonate with your nonprofit’s values! Dawn Walker guides you through viable alternatives. Catch the enlightening discussion here: https://buff.ly/3WGloO5

Explore all sessions on our blog: https://buff.ly/4jEKiHx

31.01.2025 00:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Minnie Karanja: How Nonprofits Can Leverage Technology to Avoid Common Legal Issues What are the top emerging trends in digital, and how will nonprofits be impacted? Where should we focus our attention (and resources) in 2025?This lightning ...

Navigate legal challenges with ease – Minnie Karanja introduces a free tech tool for nonprofits that ensures compliance in record-keeping, privacy, and employment matters. Check it out on YouTube: https://buff.ly/3WGuCtz and catch up on all presentations here: https://buff.ly/4jEKiHx

30.01.2025 18:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Discover how to transform your fundraising strategy with the help of AI! Kim Peterson shares how ChatGPT can act as a powerful fundraising assistant, helping with everything from grant writing to strategy development. Check out the full presentation on YouTube here: https://buff.ly/4jAmepm.

30.01.2025 00:31 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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