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“AI Proficiency for Nonprofits” Lunch and Learn March 3, In-Person and Virtual Options If you’ve used ChatGPT to draft a grant proposal, write a donor thank-you letter, or brainstorm social media content, you’re not alone. AI tools have quietly become part of how many nonprofit professionals work. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: most of us … Read more
As a leader in technology for nonprofits, IT4Causes has been involved in the NTEN (Nonprofit Technology Network) organization since our inception, with monthly participation in the Tech Decision Makers forum and presenting at and attending the annual Nonprofit Technology Conference. Our founder Tom Anderson is now also serving as a co-lead for the newly-formed Cybersecurity … Read more
by Mark Meyerson Most organizations get AI backwards. They start with the shiny tools (chatbots, analytics platforms, automation software) and figure out the rules later. But the organizations getting real value from AI are doing something different: they’re writing policy first. A human-first AI policy is really just documenting your intentions before the technology arrives. … Read more
By Jeff Ely, IT4Causes Volunteer Non-Profit organizations are increasingly targeted by “Fake Tech Support” scams because they often manage sensitive donor data with limited IT resources. Scammers impersonate household names like Microsoft, Apple, or Geek Squad to create a false sense of urgency, claiming your system is “infected” or a “subscription has expired.” Their goal … Read more
How to protect your organization, your people , and yourself from this common scam. As the holiday season approaches, we want to remind everyone, from our non-profit clients, our volunteers, and our interns to remain vigilant against phishing scams. Cybercriminals often target organizations, especially non-profits, during this time of year, aiming to take advantage of … Read more
Why It Matters More Than Ever In today’s digital landscape, nonprofits are increasingly reliant on technology to manage operations, engage donors, and deliver services. But with this reliance comes vulnerability. Cyberattacks—ransomware, phishing, data breaches—are no longer just threats to large corporations. Nonprofits, often seen as soft targets due to limited cybersecurity resources, are now squarely … Read more
Building a Safer Digital Environment Through Informed Users Core Issue: In non-profit cyber security, the end-user (staff, volunteers, and board members) represents the greatest vulnerability. Sophisticated technical defenses are often nullified by simple human errors, such as clicking a malicious link, using weak passwords, or falling for a texting scam. For non-profits, this risk is … Read more
Contributed by: Devrielle Stokes A year ago, I found myself at a crossroads, unsure of how to connect my technical skills and academic background with my deeper passion for making a meaningful impact in my community. I knew I wanted to do work that mattered, but I wasn’t sure where to start or how to … Read more
Cyber Awareness Month, observed every October, is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness about the importance of cybersecurity. In 2025, non-profits have a critical opportunity to strengthen cyber hygiene, protect donors, safeguard beneficiary data and build trust with the communities they serve. Why Cyber Security matters most to nonprofit organizations Threats facing your organization … Read more
Windows 10 End of Support With the exception of certain LTSB/LTSC Windows 10 edition versions, Windows 10 End of Support (EOS) is set for October 14, 2025. Consequently, following this date Microsoft will no longer provide technical support, security updates, and software updates from Windows Update for Windows 10. Over time, Windows 10 will become … Read more