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This newsletter provides a concise overview of the key takeaways from Volunteers' Week 2024, highlighting strategies for volunteer engagement, the role of technology in volunteerism, and the benefits ...

With 14.1 million disabled individuals in the UK, digital accessibility is a pressing issue that cannot be ignored. We are dedicated to helping organisations make their digital services accessible to ...

In this article, we delve into the multifaceted impacts of AI on digital inclusion, drawing key insights from the recent AI Fringe 2023 event. The discussions highlighted three main areas: prioritisin...

The 2024 Spring Donor Pulse report unveils a panoramic vista of philanthropic landscapes, replete with insights and imperatives for stakeholders navigating the contours of contemporary giving. By harn...

Discover how Umbraco emerged as a powerhouse in content management systems in 2023 and its ambitious vision for 2024. From strategic advancements to community engagement, delve into Umbraco's journey,...

Reflecting on a year of tech-driven achievements in the charity sector. Join us as we express gratitude for the impactful digital innovations, collaborative spirit, and milestones that have shaped pos...

In the intersection of compassion and innovation, charities are redefining support during the holiday season. From virtual support groups to AI-powered chatbots and digital remembrance platforms, disc...

As the digital landscape evolves, UK charities prepare for an innovative journey into 2024. Unwrap the transformative impact of innovative governance tools, the imperative of inclusive design through ...

Every business and organisation is at a different phase in its digital transformation journey. In order to achieve digital transformation and digital maturity, digital accessibility and inclusion simp...

Learn how social media can benefit charities by raising awareness, engaging with supporters, and mobilising action. Discover the potential of social media to increase transparency and build a communit...

Learn about the role charities and their audience can play in combating climate change. Discover practical ways to make a difference and help protect the planet for future generations.

In this article, we explore how organisations in the charity sector can leverage donor insights to improve their fundraising efforts. By understanding donor behaviour and preferences better, organisat...

Looking to improve your charity's online presence and make a bigger impact in the digital world? Look no further than Umbraco software. In this article, we'll explore five reasons why Umbraco is the p...

Discover how Umbraco, the popular open-source content management system, can help charities build effective websites that engage their audience and drive action. With its customization and personaliza...

Discover how creating a custom content workflow in Umbraco can help improve your charity website's visibility and streamline your content creation process. By defining your content workflow, customisi...

Technology is playing a crucial role in the fight against climate change. From renewable energy to carbon capture and storage to sustainable transportation, technology is helping to drive progress tow...

Technology is playing a crucial role in the fight against climate change. From renewable energy to carbon capture and storage to sustainable transportation, technology is helping to drive progress tow...

In today's world, it is more important than ever for tech companies to support environmental charities and make a positive impact on the planet. By partnering with environmental charities, tech compan...

Explore the imperative measures for charities to bolster their cybersecurity defences in the upcoming year. This 2 part series outlines key strategies, from access controls to employee training, enabl...

Explore the imperative measures for charities to bolster their cybersecurity defences in the upcoming year. This 2 part series outlines key strategies, from access controls to employee training, enabl...

In this exploration of the rebranded platform X, we scrutinize the latest developments and their impact on charities. As X evolves from its Twitter roots, we examine the benefits and challenges faced ...

BecomingX is an educational enterprise that was set up with one main purpose and mission, to create a world where every individual can realise their true potential. The mission was simple, to create a...

We recently kicked off our #TwitterForGood series with Connecting Charities Through Conversation via TwitterSpaces. Leveraging social media is vital when building an online presence for a charity or n...

Real-time conversations are KEY and nothing could be more important in fundraising tactics for charities and not-for-profit organisations. Although our world is hugely interactive through technologica...

In response to the COVID19 pandemic, we recognise the need for small charities, not-for-profits and education providers to be able to access guidance and receive support. At Energise technology, we ar...

Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills. They inspect services providing education and skills for learners of all ages. They also inspect and regulate services ...

Today, we've outlined the key benefits of virtual events and hybrid fundraising. With the rise of hybrid working and new digital advancements, there is also a demand to be met within the non-profit wo...

This is for anyone who's interested in utilising Whatsapp for Business to reach digital, tech and communication goals within a charitable organisation.

ASDAN is an education charity and awarding organisation providing regulated qualifications, accredited curriculum programmes and a range of other courses to engage, elevate and empower young people ag...

This is for anyone who's interested in what's happening in the world of charities and initiatives for the month of April 2022. A positive news roundup in a digestible format for anyone who is crunched...

This article is for anyone who wants to start strengthening their security online after a recent GOV.UK findings on security breaches to businesses and charities.

This article is for anyone who wants an introduction to NFTs and how this phenomenon is changing the charity landscape. The world of NFTs is booming and it is crucial for charity leaders to keep up to...

Tribal Group provides the expert software and services required to underpin student success. Everyone should have access to great quality education, and that goes beyond teaching alone. Tribal Group’s...

This article is for anyone who is looking to learn more about volunteer management systems and how beneficial they can really be for your charity! Many non-profit organisations are aware that they nee...

This article is for anyone who is looking to learn more about accessibility testing and how beneficial accessibility testing tools can be for your charity! Accessibility should be a crucial step when ...

This article is for anyone who is interested in debunking common digital myths about digital transformation and maturity.

Recently, we have undertaken a number of customer projects to upgrade their existing Umbraco 8 websites to the latest version, Umbraco 9. We look at a number of lessons we learned along the way

An informative round-up of tips for charities and non-profit organisations to get ahead and level up their risk management game for 2022!

An informative round-up of ways to utilise charity campaigns this Christmas, while getting optimising digital and tech to your advantage.

In times of uncertainty, it’s worth putting an even greater prioritisation on the relationship between a charity and its donors. The relationship must be nurtured with best practices and tactics durin...

We've pulled together the ULTIMATE web design process to eliminate the difficulties when creating a template-driven website such as Wix, Squarespace. If you need assistance with creating your website ...

We've pulled together the ULTIMATE web design process to eliminate the difficulties when creating a template-driven website such as Wix, Squarespace. If you need assistance with creating your website ...

This is for anyone who wants to learn more about digital maturity and how to achieve it. Digital maturity is a phase that has no one single definition. It can be tricky to define, but we feel it is be...

Charities are an integral part of society. Giving to a charity provides a deeper meaning to life and helps us see a purpose to the people in our communities. As the traditional working landscape trans...

Sustainability in charities is about strategically planning for the future and allowing space for reactivity if and when required. In this article, we will discuss steps in which small charities can b...

This is for anyone who's interested in what's happening in the world of charity digital, but are too time-crunched to scour the internet themselves.

As more charities and nonprofits transition to remote working, it is crucial to understand some simple ways to help avoid digital burnout.

If there is one thing that 2021 has shown us, it's that we are spending more and more time at home AND online. The ever-evolving technological landscape has provided opportunities globally for individ...

In this article, we highlight some significant areas we believe shaped 2021 as discussed in the Charity Digital Skills Report 2021.

As we continue to move forward with life post-Pandemic, it is essential to recognize the overwhelming impact of COVID-19 on fundraising for charities and non-profit organizations.

In today’s article, we’ll highlight some of the most important benefits that come with involvement in non-profit organizations and charities.

We look at how to quickly build a simple charity website including links for fundraising We use two widely used services to create a simple website and create an embedded button linking to a donation...

Here at Energise Technology we are supporting charities as we navigate these difficult times. We have scoured the internet looking for the best ideas and support, as well as giving you our top tips fo...

We look at when you should use Outlook, Teams, Sharepoint and OneDrive. We also look at how Sway and Stream may help you to create dynamic and engaging content for your organisation.

We look at how to use office collaboration software to manage and support an online trustee meeting. We also look at options for those without access to computers to contribute.

We look at what equipment is needed and compare some of the most commonly used video-conferencing platforms. We also look at a few suggestions to help organisations cope with remote working.

We look at what equipment is needed, how to setup up a webinar and how to promote it. We also look at a few suggestions to enhance learning delivery and how to engage with end-users.

This is for anyone who's interested in what's happening in the world of charity digital, but are too time-crunched to scour the internet themselves.

Disasters happen … and usually at the worst possible times and when you are the least prepared! A business continuity plan (BCP) will help you identify what things might go wrong and what you can do i...

This is for anyone who's interested in what's happening in the world of charity digital, but are too time-crunched to scour the internet themselves.

Are you wondering what the best CRM system is for your charity or business, or do you need help integrating other applications for a more seamless process? We've free tools and help over on our blog a...

This is for anyone who's interested in what's happening in the world of charity digital, but are too time-crunched to scour the internet themselves.

Large organisations are committing to be carbon-neutral, but, how can charities make sure they are not having a negative effect on the environment?

This is for anyone who's interested in what's happening in the world of charity digital, but are too time-crunched to scour the internet themselves.

If you are a smaller charity, it's hard to know which technologies you should be looking at and how they might help you in your day to day operations. In fact, the recent Charity Digital Index from Ll...

Welcome to the first of our charity digital weekly roundups. This is for anyone who's interested in what's happening in the world of charity digital, but are too time-crunched to scour the internet t...

We're proud to announce that we are now a Lenovo Registered Partner and Local Business Representative. Lenovo has the world's widest portfolio of technology products and delivers the vision of Smarter...

Today, we share tech resources & solutions on how to use technology to help people combat the rising cost of living. We aim to share as many helpful hacks as possible to arm charities with the tools t...

Today, we share information on how charities can practice good governance and we introduce the newly launched tool, Energise Advance. Energise Advance is designed to make governance & compliance activ...

Today, We Share Ways In Which Charities Can Try & Buy Affordable Tech Products In 2023! By Taking Advantage Of These Options, Charities Can Save Money On Technology Software Purchases And Use Those Sa...

Today, We Share Ways In Which Charities Use The Practical Support And Resources Which Are Online Today To Ensure Safety And Security In The Digital Age.

Charities play an essential role in tackling social and environmental issues, but effective communication is key to their success. ChatGPT, an AI-powered language model, offers a range of features tha...

Small Charity Week 2023 is an opportunity for individuals and organizations to celebrate and support the essential work of small charities throughout the UK. From donating to volunteering and advocacy...

Discover how small charities can harness the power of technology to enhance their presence, streamline fundraising, engage volunteers, and collaborate during Small Charity Week 2023.

This article explores how the integration of AI into grant management systems is revolutionising the fundraising landscape for nonprofits. Discover the benefits of AI-powered systems in simplifying gr...

In today's rapidly evolving landscape, embracing digital knowledge has become essential for charities to thrive and create a significant impact. Digital transformation is a necessity for charities to ...

Energise Advance provides new updates in enhancing the governance and compliance landscape for charities. With innovative forms capability and personalized features, this tool streamlines data collect...

Prioritising mental health and workplace well-being in the charity and tech sectors is not only a moral imperative but also a strategic one. Employees who feel supported in their mental health are mor...

Explore the challenges faced by non-tech charities in the digital age and the importance of bridging the tech knowledge gap. Discover how tech training can enhance efficiency, expand reach, ensure dat...

In the age of technological advancement, AI is reshaping charity research and philanthropy. Dive into our exclusive interview with Steve Powell, founder of Causal Map, to explore how AI transforms dat...

Discover the impact of stress on the charity sector and learn how proactive measures can fortify these organizations for a more sustainable future. Explore strategies for employee well-being, efficien...

In a digital landscape where inclusivity matters, this article delves into the vital role of web accessibility for charities. From broadening donor engagement to legal compliance, discover the benefit...

Welcome to our 12 Days of Techmas! Over the next dozen days, we're excited to share the gift of giving through resources, insider tips, exclusive offers, charity spotlight, and more. Get ready for a f...

Dive into the evolution of fundraising as we explore the dynamic world of digital giving. From personalized campaigns to cryptocurrency contributions, our guide unveils the opportunities and challenge...

In this guide, we delve into the crucial intersection of website accessibility and charity impact. From understanding the importance of inclusivity to practical tips for creating an accessible online ...

Amidst the festive cheer, UK charities are unlocking the magoc of data analytics to revolutionize decision-making. This article delves into how data analytics and business intelligence tools empower c...

Explore 12 transformative tech strategies in our 12 Days of Techma campaign! From virtual events to AI donor management, discover how technology can amplify your charity's impact this holiday season.

The IT support industry is undergoing significant changes, driven by advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, remote work, data analytics, and the need for customised s...

Energise Technology proudly collaborated with the BecomingX Foundation to develop and launch BecomingX Ukraine, a free online learning platform for Ukrainian refugees. Over 7,000 users have signed up ...

In the competitive digital landscape, slow software can have severe financial implications for businesses. This article delves into the impact of sluggish software on customer retention, productivity,...

Over the past decade, e-learning has fundamentally transformed education, making it more accessible, flexible, and interactive. This article delves into the rise of e-learning, highlighting its benefi...

Umbraco 14, the latest version of the popular open-source CMS, introduces significant updates designed to enhance content management for both businesses and educational institutions. Key improvements ...

The UK is witnessing a shift towards digital learning, with e-learning platforms playing a vital role in education and charity work. In this article, we highlight five successful e-learning apps that ...

Cyber security is no longer just the responsibility of the IT department. It requires full engagement from every member of your organisation. This article explores five key strategies to help get your...

Digital inclusion is crucial for charities, especially those supporting vulnerable communities. Charity Digital’s latest report highlights the widening digital divide and calls for urgent action. This...

This article explores how EdTech can address these challenges by implementing digital literacy programmes, offering affordable technology, and developing inclusive strategies that cater to diverse lea...

Education Other Than At School (EOTAS) plays a critical role in providing education to children who are unable to attend mainstream schools due to health challenges, mental health issues, or other per...

AI is reshaping education by personalising learning, improving administrative efficiency, and addressing inequalities. This article explores AI's potential in education, its ethical considerations, an...

The integration of artificial intelligence in education technology is transforming the way we teach and learn. From personalised learning tools to smart classroom management systems, AI is streamlinin...