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This year marks the 20th anniversary since the Connecting Up conference first started. An incredible 20 years of delivering quality content, networking, sector awards and learning experiences – and we think it's the perfect time for a refresh. Introducing the Technology for Social Justice Conference 2024 The Connecting Up Conference has been produced by Infoxchange, a not-for-profit social enterprise that empowers over 35,000 not-for-profits every year to be more impactful with the smart, creative and cost-effective use of technology. In 2004, our Connecting Up platform, which delivers over $195M of discounted technology products to the sector every year, inspired the conference name.Posted on 29/01/2024 by -
5 Productivity Tools for Not-for-Profits In the fast-paced world of not-for-profits, efficiency and productivity are paramount to achieving your organisation's mission. Fortunately, there's a range of powerful work and project management software and productivity tools available that can help streamline your operations, improve communication and boost overall productivity. Here are five must-have work and project management tools for not-for-profits: 1. Adobe Express Premium Plan - Simplify Document Editing (1-Year Individual Membership)Posted on 26/09/2023 by -
Managing Workplace Stress and Fatigue: A Practical Guide for Employers Goodbye uncertainty caused by the global pandemic, hello inflation, rising interest rates, and recession fears. It’s not surprising that employees are feeling fatigued and burnt out. In 2023, workplace stress and fatigue will continue to be a top concern for employers because of the detrimental impact on productivity and the likelihood of increased absence rates. The good news is that there are steps that both employers and employees can take to manage workplace stress and fatigue and promote employee well-being. In this guest blog by ELMO Software, we’re going to explore some practical strategies for doing just that.Posted on 22/03/2023 by
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Starting on 29 March 2023, all Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 cloud licenses obtained through Connecting Up will include Cloud Support Services delivered by Connecting Up.Posted on 09/03/2023 by -
Not-for-profit and charity organisations rely heavily on fundraising to support their missions and serve their beneficiaries. In today's world, with increasing competition for donor dollars, it is more important than ever to develop a comprehensive fundraising strategy that ensures sustainable funding for your organisation's work. Here are some key elements to consider when developing a not-for-profit and charity fundraising strategy: Define your organisation's mission and impact To have a successful fundraising campaign for your not-for-profit, you need to have a clear understanding of your organisation's mission and the impact you are making in the community. This will help you articulate your message and make a compelling case for support.Posted on 06/03/2023 by -
Infoxchange and it's Connecting Up program was recently awarded Social Traders Certification in recognition of the impact and investment we make into society and the not-for-profit sector. Social Traders provides Australia’s only social enterprise certification. To qualify for certification, an organisation must:Posted on 07/02/2023 by
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Worried about how to make your next board meeting a successful one? Three founders share their tips and tricks to make that next gathering run smoothly. Running successful board meetings is one of a founder or CEO’s most important duties. Yet if the thought of your next board meeting gives you heart palpitations, know this: They are far less intimidating when you come prepared. As a business leader, you know your company inside and out. For board meetings, your job is to file down your expertise into a strategic update that gives board members an accurate view behind the curtain and expectations for what lies ahead. We spoke to three founders who understand what makes board meetings run smoothly. Here, they break down how to prep instead of panic.Posted on 22/11/2022 by -
We are excited to share Microsoft's announcement that Libraries are now eligible for NFP Microsoft Cloud licensing. Libraries have always been eligible for donations for their public-access computer needs through the Microsoft nonprofit program at Connecting Up/TechSoup New Zealand. For staff needs, however, libraries needed to get Microsoft academic offers for cloud solutions. There was also a brief period in January 2022 when all offers moved to educational requests. We know this has become a bit confusing. We heard your feedback — that the academic licensing was not always the best fit for library needs — so we advocated on your behalf in partnership with Microsoft. As of 17 October 2022, libraries and museums can get all their needs through Microsoft's nonprofit program at Connecting Up/TechSoup New Zealand. With this change, Microsoft can better serve the entire library and museum sector.Posted on 07/11/2022 by -
Our Microsoft catalogue has changed a lot over the past six months, and one of the new things you might see are products labelled "Computer Labs Only". These donated products can only be used on computers that are available to an organisation's beneficiaries or the general public and not on computers assigned to staff members or volunteers:Posted on 02/11/2022 by