The State of Nonprofit Technology
An Exclusive Chronicle Survey
“Improve my organization’s technology.”
That’s what nearly two-thirds of more than 350 nonprofit leaders say is a top priority for their organizations in an exclusive Chronicle survey.
While many nonprofits struggle to find dollars to invest in technology — even when it is critical to meeting their missions — a few savvy leaders are figuring out how to innovate on a budget.
Dig into the research and our reporting below. You’ll hear directly from nonprofit leaders about tech solutions they have developed. Plus, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the state of nonprofit tech so you can benchmark your organization against current norms.
Watch a forum that explores the findings and smart ways nonprofits are harnessing technology.
The State of Nonprofit Technology
In this online forum, the Chronicle of Philanthropy will share the findings of exclusive new research and reporting on how nonprofits are harnessing technology today. Our survey reveals the capabilities, priorities, plans, and wish lists of nonprofits — ranging from basic to advanced. While some nonprofits are using sophisticated AI tools to tackle programmatic goals, others are struggling to move their donor database onto CRM software.
How to Fix the Nonprofit Tech Gap
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Tap into this in-depth look at the Chronicle’s proprietary survey of more than 350 nonprofit leaders and tech decision makers to understand how they develop technology strategies at organizations where ambitious missions often collide with scarce funding. Leaders will find ways to benchmark their organizations against comparable nonprofits, and major funders will better understand what philanthropy can do to help.
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