Past events
Here are some recent events Microsoft or its partners have held to help nonprofits use technology for social good. Missed the event? Check out the links below to learn more. To make sure you don't miss events in the future, bookmark our Upcoming events page and find us on Facebook or Twitter.
NTEN's 2012 Nonprofit Technology Conference
San Francisco, CA - April 3-5, 2012
This three-day gathering brings together nonprofit professionals from around the world to collaborate, innovate, and maximize effectiveness. With a wide mix of social events, seminars, trainings, and resources, the 2012 NTC will help you put technology to work to further your cause. Learn more and view the recording at http://www.nten.org/ntc.
Maximize the Match
Ever wonder how the Employee Giving programs at Microsoft really work? Are you interested in knowing what the annual Employee Giving Campaign that takes place in October each year on Microsoft campuses throughout the country is all about? "Maximize the Match" is an educational session designed for non-profits throughout the community, as well as the Microsoft employees that support them, who want to be sure to make the most of the Microsoft Employee Giving programs. You'll learn some of the basics about the programs while also hearing about best practices for being successful in your fundraising efforts at Microsoft.
Watch the recorded session here (enable captions in Windows Media Player)
Download the Maximize the Match presentation
Social Media for Nonprofits Conferences
Social media enables nonprofits to connect with donors, volunteers, staff and board recruits, and other supporters in direct, powerful ways. But how can resource-strapped community-based organizations seize the opportunities presented by this new landscape?
This is the key question driving the nationwide Social Media for Nonprofits conference series. Building on the relationships and knowledge gained during his his five-year tenure as Executive Director of Craigslist Foundation, Darian Heyman-Rodriguez launched this seven-city effort to provide practical tips and tools to nonprofits of all sizes and shapes.
How to request a software donation from Microsoft, Webinars
Interested in TechSoup's Microsoft Donation Program? Whether you are new or experienced with Microsoft donations, this webinar will teach you about the recently updated Microsoft donation program, restrictions, and additional benefits that will help you to get the most out of your donation request.
Microsoft Donation Program: How Does It Work?
Each year, the Microsoft donation program provides millions of dollars of software donations to nonprofits and libraries around the world, enabling them to use those financial resources elsewhere. But not everyone who is eligible takes advantage of this program - many people don't know about it and others, we suspect, have some unanswered questions.
The webinar on August 4 2011, Microsoft Donation Program: How Does It Work? gave a broad overview of the donation program, explained who is eligible, the procurement process, and the benefits that are included.
This webinar will focus on you and your questions. Our goal is to better inform our community so everyone who is eligible is able to better leverage technology to further their mission.
This webinar is suited for all nonprofits and public libraries in the United States that are interested in requesting a Microsoft donation.
Microsoft Donation Program: Get Your Questions Answered
Making the Most of Your Microsoft Software Donation, Webinar
Thurs, Jan 26 2012
Whether you've requested software for your nonprofit or public library in the past, or need a guide on how to begin, the Microsoft and TechSoup webinar, Making the Most of Your Microsoft Software Donation, provides a step-by-step guide. From eligibility rules to Microsoft's Get Genuine program and the Volume Licensing Service Center, this webinar walks through what you need to know, and also offers links to valuable resources and training tools.
View a recording here.
Tell Your Organization's Story with Free Tools in Windows Live, Webinar
Wed, May 25 11:00am – 12:30pm PT
As a nonprofit, you know how important it is to be able to tell your organization's story. A well-told story can help your community understand what you do, help you reach your target stakeholders, and win you new volunteers and donors. On this free webinar, Microsoft Community Affairs will show you how you can use free tools in Windows Live to capture and share your nonprofit's story in pictures, movies and words.
For more information and to view a recording of this webinar visit the Microsoft Citizenship Blog.
Collaborate Effectively with Office 2010, Webinar
Wed, Apr 27 2011
The latest version of Microsoft Office includes some pretty slick features that will help nonprofits and public libraries collaborate and connect like crazy. Thinking of upgrading or just curious to see some cool new tools? Join us for this free webinar to check out some of the latest/greatest, including how you can extend your Office 2010 work to the cloud for collaboration across teams – EVEN with folks who aren't running Microsoft Office programs.
For more information and to view a recording of this webinar visit the Microsoft Citizenship Blog.
Donors, Volunteers & Clients, Oh My! Manage relationships with Microsoft Dynamics CRM for Nonprofits, Webinar
Wednesday, April 6th 11am – 12:30pm PT
For more information and to view a recording of this webinar visit the Microsoft Citizenship Blog.
Nonprofit Technology Conference, Conference
March 17-19, 2011, Washington, DC
NTC will bring together an outstanding group of nonprofit leaders, IT innovators, communications gurus, fundraising superstars amongst other nonprofit staff looking to learn the latest trends, practical how-tos, and IT solutions to optimize their organization's technology to further their missions to create more social good in the world.
To learn more about this event visit http://www.nten.org/ntc
Connect, Collaborate & Engage: The potential of SharePoint for Nonprofits & Public Libraries, Webinar
Wed, March 9, 2011 11:00am – 12:30pm PST, Live Meeting
Nonprofits are consistently challenged to collaborate with their staff, board, and other supporters in efficient and effective ways. In this webinar, Roy King, Senior Business Planner for Microsoft and an active nonprofit volunteer, will provide an overview of SharePoint's many capabilities, including updated social networking and search features in SharePoint 2010. You'll see examples of other nonprofits that have adopted SharePoint, and hear their lessons-learned.
To view a recording of this webinar visit http://bit.ly/ngowebinar
To the Cloud! What It Is and What It Means for Nonprofits, Webinar
February 23, 2011 at 11:00AM PST, Live Meeting
If you've been paying attention to the latest tech trends, then you've been hearing the term "cloud" thrown around a LOT. But what does that actually mean, and does it really matter to nonprofits and libraries? Join us for this free webinar to help nonprofit leaders demystify what is meant by the cloud, how it could benefit your organization, and what questions to ask if you are considering cloud solutions.
For more information and to view a recording of this webinar visit the Microsoft Citizenship Blog.
Global Washington's 2nd Annual Conference - Bridges to Breakthroughs: How partnerships and innovation are changing the world, Conference
November 15-16, 2010 at TBD, Microsoft Campus Redmond, WA
With one of the most diverse and vibrant development communities in the world, Washington State is uniquely positioned to lead global development efforts that foster sustainability, innovation, and collaboration. Bridges to Breakthroughs is a forum to engage and strengthen cross-sector partnerships, promote scientific and technological breakthroughs, and harness the collective leadership of our region's scholars, entrepreneurs, business leaders, scientists, philanthropists, and advocates.
What's New in Office 2010, Webinar
July 27, 2010 at 11:00AM PST, Live Meeting
This webinar will focus on the new version of Microsoft Office with a focus on how updates and integrated web applications can help nonprofits achieve their mission.
For more information and to view a recording of this webinar visit the Microsoft Citizenship Blog.
Microsoft Dynamics CRM for Nonprofits, Webinar
May 4, 2010 at 11:00AM PST, Live Meeting
Sure, nonprofits have a lot of CRM solutions to choose from, but have you heard what's new with Microsoft Dynamics CRM? Have you heard what's available for free download, how to request a donation, or how to get discounts on CRM Online?
Join us to learn more about this tool and what Microsoft has done to make it more relevant and accessible to nonprofit organizations. Newly created accelerators, templates, and nonprofit pricing for CRM Online will reduce the amount of customization needed by nonprofits to make this robust tool work for them.
To view a recording of this webinar visit http://bit.ly/ngowebinar
Free Online Tools for Nonprofits! Improve Communication & Collaboration with Microsoft Online Tools, Webinar
March 16, 2010 at 10:00AM PST, Live Meeting
Looking for free online tools to help you collaborate with teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders? Wish you could access those tools across different devices (home PC, smartphone, work PC)?
This free webinar will highlight free online tools from Microsoft to help nonprofits communicate and collaborate with ease. You'll learn how to set up an online group; share files, photos and calendars; and start a blog for your organization. Tools explored include: SkyDrive, Office Live Workspace, Moviemaker and more.
To view a recording of this webinar visit http://bit.ly/ngowebinar
Meet Windows 7: Your Nonprofit PC, Simplified, Webinar
January 27, 2010 at 10:00AM PST, Live Meeting
Windows 7 is designed to make PCs faster, more secure, and more reliable. Unlike its predecessors, it is leaner and less busy. It simplifies tasks and makes the things you do everyday easier, leaving you with more time to focus on what really matters: Your mission.
In this brief but information-packed webinar, you'll hear from Microsoft Community Affairs about what matters to nonprofits in Windows 7. We'll review how eligible nonprofits can request a donation of Windows 7 Upgrade software and highlight some of the new features that nonprofits especially like. The webinar is not technical and is open to all nonprofit staff, regardless of what operating system they are currently running.
To view a recording of this webinar visit http://bit.ly/ngowebinar
