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This story first appeared on the Digital Transformation Hub. Coffs Harbour Neighbourhood Centre (CHNC) is a community organisation on the north coast of New South Wales. The centre’s vision is to build an inclusive community where all people are valued and connected. The team at CHNC believes a connected community is a healthy community. They provide a range of services to connect and support people and the community. CHNC’s team consists of 3 full-time staff and more than 60 volunteers. Providing a family-inclusive and supportive environment for volunteers – the main assets and key contributors to the organisation – is a goal the management team in the centre aims to achieve.Posted on 05/08/2022 by -
As cloud technology grows in popularity across sectors, businesses of all shapes and sizes are discovering the benefits of flexible and affordable cloud technology. Working in the cloud helps organisations save money and improve efficiency. It expedites an organisation's pace of innovation because teams can spend their valuable resources on their unique missions, not on the technology supporting their work behind the scenes. Not-for-profits are increasingly turning to cloud technology to advance their diverse missions.Posted on 06/07/2022 by -
During National Scams Awareness Week from 21 to 25 May, an anonymous organisation participated in a simulated phishing campaign to test staff behaviour and determine the level of vulnerability to an actual phishing attack.Posted on 20/06/2022 by
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Small not-for-profits are often the lifeblood of their communities, providing essential services on very limited budgets with only a few paid team members. Investing in technology can be difficult when time and money are short, but it's important to equip your team with robust tools in order to work towards your mission securely and efficiently.Posted on 09/06/2022 by -
Not-for-profit organisations rely on data for almost every decision they make, from engaging stakeholders to designing strategies and conducting program evaluations. Data is a valuable asset, and protecting it from internal or external corruption and illegal access can shield nonprofits from financial and operational loss.Posted on 25/05/2022 by -
Day one highlights Day one was all about learning, growing and networking with like-minded sector colleagues. Delegates were able to attend a range of masterclasses covering various topics including IT Strategy for Digital Transformation with Marcus Harvey and Sophie Souchon from Infoxchange. Marcus and Sophie shared valuable insights allowing delegates to gain a greater understanding of their organisation’s digital capabilities and how to navigate common challenges to improve operations. Attendees departed the session feeling informed, empowered and excited to begin or expand upon their digital transformation journey.Posted on 24/05/2022 by
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Infoxchange and Connecting Up are thrilled to announce the winners of the Australian Not-for-Profit Technology Awards, which were presented at a gala dinner in Melbourne on Thursday evening.Posted on 16/05/2022 by -
Connecting Up and Infoxchange are excited to announce the finalists for the upcoming 2022 Australian Not-for-Profit Technology Awards, held at the Pan Pacific Melbourne on Thursday 12 May as part of the Connecting Up Conference 2022.Posted on 04/05/2022 by -
A quick-start guide for obtaining Microsoft products requested through Connecting UpPosted on 02/05/2022 by
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The increasing migration of not-for-profit operations to a digital environment has created a new set of challenges for organisations. How can operations stay organised and effective through changing staff and volunteers? How can organisations best keep track of all their online initiatives, the constituents they serve, and the interactions of their supporters? How can they nurture new contacts into stakeholders? How can organisations ensure that their time, money, and resources are being leveraged effectively? The answer, luckily, is fairly simple — by implementing a platform known as a customer relationship management system or CRM.Posted on 28/04/2022 by -
In April 2022, Microsoft took a major step in the direction of its cloud-first model for not-for-profits, an effort to align Microsoft philanthropy efforts with the security and operational capabilities of cloud computing. Most donated, on-premises licenses were moved into discounted offers. It's the latest reason not-for-profits are much better off moving to the cloud and leveraging its significant advantages.Posted on 28/04/2022 by -
Employers delivering “child-related work” are required by law to check that the members of their workforce hold a valid Working With Children Check – and they are required to maintain those checks on an ongoing basis.Posted on 25/03/2022 by
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We’re thrilled to share with you the first group of talented, insightful speakers that will be joining us for the 2022 Connecting Up Conference in Melbourne this May. From keynotes and masterclasses covering IT strategy, cyber security and digital marketing, through to plenary speakers ready to inspire on topics including leadership and capacity building, our exciting line-up includes: Tim Costello AO, Chair of Community Council for Australia, delivering Friday's opening keynote. Cassandra Goldie, CEO of ACOSS Australian Council of Social Service, delivering Thursday's opening keynote. Melissa Osborne, Head of National Security at Amazon Web Services, delivering a keynote on cyber security.Posted on 16/02/2022 by -
Microsoft on-premises products being removed from the donation programPosted on 14/02/2022 by -
In 2021, the pandemic continued to upheave not-for-profits worldwide. Executive directors had to rapidly accelerate their digital infrastructure and communications to survive. Email marketing leads the way as a tool to engage key stakeholders, funders, and communities. It was an arduous learning period for not-for-profit marketers across the globe. For the not-for-profits that adapted, they saw an increase in membership and fundraising directly due to the power of email marketing. 2022 will be the year of not-for-profit digital transformation led by the integration of new email marketing strategies, tools, and technology into the marketing mix. In this post, we outline six 2022 email marketing trends that will transform not-for-profits forever.Posted on 18/01/2022 by
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Every charity/not-for-profit procures goods and services, from the smallest new charity to those with multi-million dollar turnovers. No matter how large or small a charity is, the basic procurement processes are the same. The process entails identifying the requirements and suppliers, negotiating and awarding contracts, managing contracts and suppliers and monitoring the savings produced and benefits delivered. Compared to a small start-up charity, larger charities understandably have more complex procurement processes, which will take longer to complete. When sourcing, for example, there will be a larger budget, more stakeholders and decision-makers involved. In order to ensure consistency, transparency, and control over the whole procurement process, most charities will have their own procurement processes with guidelines for employees to follow to ensure they get the best value from their suppliers.Posted on 13/01/2022 by -
Registrations are now open for the Connecting Up Conference 2022, which will be held from 11-13 May 2022 at the world-class Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.Posted on 05/01/2022 by -
As we kick off the new year, we wanted to highlight some of the great new offerings that Connecting Up has recently made available to our not-for-profit community. Whether you're looking to identify areas for digital growth, try out a new email marketing tool, or upgrade your organisation's hardware, check out these great new offers from Connecting Up.Posted on 20/12/2021 by
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We have a new blog post with updated information on the upcoming Microsoft changes. Click here to read it. Over the last few months, you may have heard about various changes within Connecting Up's Microsoft program. These changes can be confusing since many of them require you to have detailed knowledge about administrative systems, licensing, and deployment. We feel it's our job to help you make the decisions that are best for your organisation. In what follows, we'll walk you through the key elements of these changes so that you can best prepare your organisation for what's ahead.Posted on 08/12/2021 by -
All Australian organisations have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of people in their care. By keeping a constant watch on employee or volunteer accreditation status, Oho is playing a key role in strengthening the protection of children and vulnerable people in Australian communities. Their platform was founded on the knowledge that there are stringent requirements on companies and workers who are responsible for the welfare of vulnerable people. Many organisations are not aware of the scope of obligations enshrined in Australian law and regulated by state and federal government agencies. To help you assess your organisation’s compliance, Oho have compiled a handy checklist of questions.Posted on 28/10/2021 by -
We have a new blog post with updated information on the upcoming Microsoft changes. Click here to read it. Microsoft has announced changes to the Microsoft not-for-profit program as of 4 April 2022. These changes will impact the current Microsoft Software Donation Program through Connecting Up and are worth your close review. What is changing?Posted on 14/10/2021 by