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Email remains a primary driver of communications at most organisations, but the way we work has changed dramatically. We read and send emails from home, the grocery store, and the cafe using whatever device is most convenient in the moment: phone, laptop, tablet. Sometimes we don't have a dedicated office, or dedicated IT teams. Working from multiple locations using multiple devices means that security on those devices and their doorways into your systems needs to be super locked down and manageable centrally. Remember that time your staff member lost their laptop and you had to suddenly figure out if it was going to create a major security risk for your organisation? That is exactly why Connecting Up strongly recommends not-for-profits move their email and other critical systems to the cloud, and Office 365 is the most popular cloud software available through Connecting Up.Posted on 06/10/2021 by -
Microsoft plans changes to the Microsoft not-for-profit program on April 4, 2022. Some of these changes will impact the current Microsoft Software Donation Program through Connecting Up and are worth your close review as you set plans for your not-for-profit or library.Posted on 01/10/2021 by -
As a not-for-profit, your organisation might not always have the budget for a graphic designer. However, it's surprisingly easy to learn a few basic functions in Adobe Creative Cloud that will allow you to create images like a pro.Posted on 28/09/2021 by
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Cyberattacks against small and midsize organisations increased from 11 percent to 15 percent in 2020. Not-for-profits are no exception to this alarming trend, which results in lost productivity, damaged reputations, and serious financial implications.Posted on 23/09/2021 by -
Constant Contact offers accessible, easy-to-use email marketing software, designed to help businesses get tangible results from their campaigns. Many not-for-profits operate with small teams and limited resources and do not have access to marketing experts or coders. Connecting Up's partnership with Constant Contact gives not-for-profits a great opportunity to add a professional edge to their email marketing and website, at a cost that fits their budget. Improving email marketing can make a huge difference for small not-for-profits that rely on community, word of mouth, and donations from individuals. Keep reading to find out how Constant Contact could help your not-for-profit streamline its marketing campaigns and gain more support.Posted on 01/09/2021 by -
This is a guest case study from our partner Bonjoro. It first appeared on the Bonjoro website. We live in a world of information overload, where our attention is constantly being seized by promotions, sales pitches, and newsletters. Inboxes have been embedded with smart technology, filtering mass emails into folders called "promotions", and telephone recognition software is making it harder for conventional fundraising phone banks to get through.Posted on 25/08/2021 by
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The Infoxchange team is going Dry this July to help raise funds and awareness for our partners and community at Ovarian Cancer Australia. That means we’ll be joining hundreds of thousands of Australians to take part in what has become a national movement - a month where we put away the booze and commit ourselves to a greater cause. For many, Dry July is the perfect opportunity to give our bodies a rest, focus on our health, and even save a bit of money. The best part? All proceeds raised through Dry July will support Australians living with cancer. Where it all began In 2008, three friends, Brett, Kenny and Phil, wanted to take a break from alcohol, so they decided to go sober for July, coining it their 'Dry July'. They also wanted to raise money for a cause close to their hearts, so they asked friends and family to sponsor them.Posted on 21/07/2021 by -
Note: This post compares features between Acrobat Pro 2020 and Acrobat Pro DC. Adobe ended support for Adobe Acrobat XI Pro in 2017.Posted on 15/07/2021 by -
In November 2020, Kaspersky released a free anti-stalkerware tool called TinyCheck. The initial goal of TinyCheck was to help NFP organisations support victims of domestic violence and protect their privacy, but Kaspersky quickly realised it could be of use to anyone. TinyCheck monitors your smartphone data and identifies potential anomalies indicating your phone may be compromised by stalkerware. What is stalkerware? Stalkerware enables someone to secretly spy on another person’s private life via their smartphone and is often used to facilitate violence against an intimate partner. The abuser can remotely monitor the whole device including web searches, geolocation, text messages, photos, and much more.Posted on 07/07/2021 by
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From Sixdegrees in 1997 to TikTok in 2016, social media has become an everyday tool many of us use to instantly connect, often with friends and family, but also with complete strangers. It’s become a huge source of news, shopping, cat memes and general entertainment. For not-for-profits, social media has opened new ways of gaining support for our causes. Platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin and Instagram have become part of our core toolkit - 90% of respondents from our 2020 Technology in the Not-for-Profit Sector Report said they use at least one social media platform. Here are just a few of the ways not-for-profit organisations are using social media in 2021. Gathering supportersPosted on 29/06/2021 by -
For many not-for-profit organisations, keeping updated with the latest technology can be challenging. Fortunately, Leading technology providers donate and discount their products through Connecting Up. This means your NFP can leverage world-class technology without the retail price tag. To make things a little easier, we’ve added below our top 10 technology solutions for NFPs with budgets on the smaller side. 1. Microsoft Office Standard Not-for-profit cost is a one-time payment of $53 per licensePosted on 29/06/2021 by -
The last 12 months have seen technology become more crucial to the not-for-profit sector than ever before. As many organisations pivoted to entirely online operations due to COVID-19, many were forced to re-evaluate their status quo and adopt new ways of doing things across the board. At Connecting Up, we equip changemakers with transformative technology solutions and skills they need to further their mission, and we have been front and centre helping not-for-profits transform their operations and learn new systems during the pandemic. Whether your organisation is looking for affordable technology or new ways to leverage tech, there are many reasons to check out what Connecting can offer. Here are four of the big reasons to join Connecting Up if you are not yet a member — and it's free to sign up.Posted on 02/06/2021 by
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Next week is National Volunteer Week and Connecting Up will be taking the opportunity to celebrate our amazing volunteers, who make so much of what we do possible. Connecting Up volunteers are the backbone of SAcommunity, which provides South Australia with a free online directory of thousands of South Australian community services providers.Posted on 11/05/2021 by -
Innovations in COVID-19 responses, domestic violence awareness campaigns and an online marketplace for donated goods are amongst the winners who were last night awarded for their contributions to making a positive impact through technology.Posted on 06/05/2021 by -
You may have heard about the NSW Government’s Social Sector Transformation Fund – a $50million stimulus measure for small and medium-sized charities and not-for-profits working in health and social services. The fund is to help these organisations undertake projects to improve their use of technology and modernise their operations. The fund is NOW open for grant applications, and we would like to assist you with completing a grant request by providing some guidance on potential areas of investment that may be of interest to your organisation. You will need to supply details of a potential digital transformation project and the budget involved during the application process. We’ve put together a list of projects you can embark on with Infoxchange and Connecting Up and the budget estimates you’ll need to supply when applying for the grant.Posted on 13/04/2021 by
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Some of the very best in technology innovation and excellence across the not-for-profit and private sectors will be recognised at this year’s Connecting Up Australian Not-for-Profit Technology Awards. The Awards will be held at the Melbourne Convention Centre on Thursday 6 May 2020. In a year that delivered some of the biggest challenges for not-for-profits including COVID-19 and the 2019-20 bushfire season, many organisations and individuals have adopted new technologies to allow staff to work from home, access information, stay connected, collaborate as a team, and fulfil their missions. These annual awards offer the not-for-profit sector an opportunity to recognise their fellow colleagues for these achievements. Award categories include: Technology Volunteer of the Year (individual) Not-For-Profit Technology Lifetime Service Award (individual)Posted on 01/04/2021 by -
The Australian not-for-profit sector’s biggest technology conference is back this year, with the Connecting Up Evolve Conference and Australian Not-for-Profit Technology Awards taking place at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition centre 5th – 7th May. This year, we have put together an all-star line-up of speakers, consisting of some of the most respected thought leaders in Australia. They bring a wealth of knowledge and experience across the not-for-profit and technology sectors. Our new hybrid format this year gives you the option to attend in person or virtually.Posted on 25/03/2021 by -
This is a guest post from our partner Bonjoro. You can read the original post here. Every October, Sam’s Fans, a charity dedicated to helping ill children with music and art therapy, hosts a big fundraising event called Threads of Hope.Posted on 08/01/2021 by
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This is a guest post from Reboot-IT. Check your refurbished iPad model here to ensure that IOS it can run will suit your needs. If the latest iPad IOS is not supported by the iPad you have selected, you may find certain apps will not run on the device. Data is accurate as of November 2020.Posted on 07/01/2021 by -
This is a guest post from Reboot-IT. At Reboot IT, this is a common question we get asked a lot. Simply put, a used iPad is one which has nothing done to it aside from being turned on to make sure it works. A refurbished iPad costs the same as a used iPad but has been thoroughly checked with specialist software and had any issues that fall below the testing standard rectified. In addition, a refurbished iPad is thoroughly cleaned, had it IMEI checked and has been fully reset.Posted on 07/01/2021 by -
Sponsored by Sage Software Australia Running a not-for-profit organisation is certainly no picnic. You’ve got the challenges for-profit businesses to deal with, such as increasing revenue, consolidating across multiple entities, budgeting, implementing internal controls, and facilitating audits.Posted on 01/12/2020 by