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Project: LocalNonprofits Submitted for Knight News Challenge Grant

Our participation and co-sponsorship of Madison Nonprofit Day provided us with an invaluable experience. The connections, the insights, the energy were all positively motivating. So when looking for ideas to explore and issues to align MadTech with, the ability to go back to 'Things Learned From Madison Nonprofit Day' was easy. There were a number of potentially actionable items that came out of Madison Nonprofit Day. And we'v… Continue

Added by Alnisa Allgood on October 5, 2009 at 7:43am — No Comments

Fall 2009 Schedule

The fall schedule for MadTech meeting is now available (MadTech Fall Schedule Flyer). So grab it. Fresh from the success of Madison Nonprofit Day, one of our lessons, was that nonprofits, especially mid-size to small nonprofits wanted more basic, but detailed information… Continue

Added by Alnisa Allgood on September 8, 2009 at 10:18am — No Comments

FRIDAY, 21 AUGUST 2009 is MADISON NONPROFIT DAY

Discover. Connect. Celebrate! Madison Nonprofit Day raises awareness and celebrates the wonders of Madison nonprofits. Relax with a guided stroll through beautiful gardens. Become a better caregiver for your elderly or disabled parents, partners, or friends. Discover the nonprofits of Atwood Neighborhood and Allied Drive on walking and bike tours. Discuss the changing economy's effect on food and personal essentials. Build your technology, leadership, and communication skills. Bring your… Continue

Added by Alnisa Allgood on August 8, 2009 at 7:20am — No Comments

Summary of Activities for Planning Madison Nonprofit Day

Update: 17 June 2009 *Where We Are At…* We're rapidly approaching the end of the first month of organizing and planning for August's Madison Nonprofit Day; so now is an appropriate time to assess where we are at and where we need to be. First off, the word is spreading and people, nonprofits, and business are very interested in Nonprofit Day. This is all happening before our official press release, save the date, and approach to recruit organizers, participants, sponsors, and dono… Continue

Added by Alnisa Allgood on June 23, 2009 at 7:11am — No Comments

Planning Madison's Nonprofit Day

This is a follow-up message to those who were planning on attending Wednesday's 'Planning Madison's Nonprofit Day'. The planning period for Madison's first Nonprofit Day has kicked off. The first meeting was held, Wednesday, 20 May at the Goodman Community Center. We're sorry you weren't able to make it, but no fears. The bulk of planning for the August 21 event will be done online, so you can participate, even if you can't make the face to face meetings. To that regard, the following decision… Continue

Added by Alnisa Allgood on May 22, 2009 at 7:46am — No Comments

Presentation & Resources: Google Apps . Basic for Nonprofits.

Thanks to everyone who came to Wednesday's presentation; but acknowledge that bad weather and ailments kept quite a few of you away. Trust me, when I say, I would have stayed home if I wasn't giving the presentation. That said, the topic generated quite a lot of interest, and got me thinking that whenever possible, MadTech should make materials and information available from the meetings as part of a public archive. To that effort, here are links to the various components of the talk: Pr… Continue

Added by Alnisa Allgood on February 20, 2009 at 7:41am — No Comments

Who is MadTech? and What Do You Do?

For everyone interested in the future of technology services for nonprofit organizations and nonprofit use of technology in Madison, WI. MadTech is Madison's Nonprofit Technology Group. We're new, started towards the end of last year. We meet, once a month to have topical discussions and or networking opportunities. That's combined with co-sponsorship of other events related to the fields of nonprofits, technology, and social networks. We generally meet, the 3rd Wednesday… Continue

Added by Alnisa Allgood on February 20, 2009 at 7:00am — No Comments

Drupal programmer recommendation please

The Wisconsin Nonprofits Association is working on redoing its website. Can anyone recommend a Drupal programmer who would be willing and able to Work with a volunteer redesign team Integrate an as-yet-to-be-chosen CRM Work with a web designer We have an RFP, site plan, and time line developed already - but the above list is the highlights. We expect to pay for this service. Here's hoping our magician is out there ... Elaine Continue

Added by Elaine Glowacki on February 11, 2009 at 5:26pm — No Comments

Review: January MadTech Meeting

I should have took pictures. There's was a nice crowd at the January MadTech. And a good time was had by all (unless they dispute me). We shared chips, salsa and seafood soup while discussing an array of things. Items that I can recall are the Madison Twestival for Charity: Water coming on 12 February. Amy of Urban League Greater Madison future move and how that relates to the… Continue

Added by Alnisa Allgood on January 21, 2009 at 10:11pm — No Comments

January Meeting Tonight (21 Jan 2009)

The January Meeting is tonight, Wednesday, 21 Jan at 6pm. This will primarily be a meet & greet (aka social) meeting. To honor the New Year, and to invite more people to participate; I figured a casual, more social event could start the year. I'll host the event at my apartment, which is just down the street from our semi-regular location at Goodman Atwood Community Center. Food and beverages provided. Please feel free to invite a friend. I'll have flyers for the February Meet. The February… Continue

Added by Alnisa Allgood on January 21, 2009 at 10:34am — No Comments

October Meeting Overview

The October meeting of MadTech was held last night, Wednesday the 22nd of October at Escape Java Joint on Williamson Street. There were eight (8) people in attendance. We covered the following topics: (1) Quick Introductions, (2) News & Announcements, (3) Presentation from Dane Co. TimeBank, (4) Website Review: New Routes, and (5) Next Meeting Agenda. Note: You can vote for all Poll Items TODAY! Go to: October Meeting Polls at Poll… Continue

Added by Alnisa Allgood on October 23, 2008 at 8:30am — No Comments

October Meeting Invitation

The next MadTech Meeting is Wednesday, October 22, 2008, 6:30pm at Escape Java Joint on Williamson Street. You are cordially invited to attend. This meeting will have a brief presentation from Dane County TimeBank, followed by a discussion on "Improving Your Website". TimeBanking TimeBanking is like bartering or volunteering; where the hours you contribute are banked as assets for you to use for services you may need later. The presentation will… Continue

Added by Alnisa Allgood on October 15, 2008 at 4:54am — No Comments

September Meeting Overview

The September meeting for MadTech was held Wednesday, 24 Sept 2008 at Escape Java Cafe. There were four people in attendance, and we discussed: (1) results of presentation topic survey; (2) modification of future meeting schedule; and (3) a discussion topic for the next meeting. 1) Results of Presentation Topic Survey The survey was completed by 14 participants, Open Source/Open Everything, Social Networks, and Google Apps ranked high among the interest. Full results can be seen viewed i… Continue

Added by Alnisa Allgood on October 1, 2008 at 5:48pm — No Comments

Survey Results

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Added by Alnisa Allgood on September 27, 2008 at 5:00pm — No Comments

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