Blog entries
“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
Every year, tax season creates the perfect storm for cybercriminals. Staff are expecting W-2 forms, payroll reminders, donation receipts, and IRS-related emails — and attackers know it. Security teams are warning that phishing campaigns are spiking right now, timed specifically to exploit nonprofit employees and finance teams who are handling sensitive tax and payroll information. … 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
Corporate matching gift programs represent one of the most overlooked revenue streams for nonprofits. Every year, billions of dollars in employer matching funds go unclaimed simply because donors don’t know these programs exist—or nonprofits don’t have the systems in place to capture them. Matching gift services simplify this process. Platforms like 360MatchPro, DonationMatch, Double the … 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