Nonprofits are driven by a mission to create positive change in the world. However, with limited resources and the challenges of a rapidly evolving environment, achieving that impact can be difficult. Fortunately, there are an array of modern tools designed to amplify your efforts and streamline your operations.
From connecting with supporters to managing day-to-day tasks, technology can be your nonprofit’s most valuable partner. Let’s explore how you can harness its power to drive meaningful change.
In today’s world, investing in a solid digital tech stack is essential for nonprofits. But what exactly is a tech stack? Simply put, it’s a combination of software tools and platforms that work together to help you manage different aspects of your nonprofit’s operations—everything from donor management to communication and fundraising. A well-rounded tech stack is crucial because it streamlines processes, improves efficiency, and ultimately amplifies your impact.
Here’s why integrating top-tier technology into your organization can be a game-changer:
Managing administrative tasks like accounting, reporting, and donor management can drain your time and resources. Without automation, these tasks become time-consuming and prone to errors, pulling focus away from your mission. A streamlined tech stack—featuring best-in-class tools like HubSpot—can automate these processes, ensuring accuracy and freeing up valuable time for what matters most.
We don't just recommend nonprofit-specific tools. While they might be part of the mix, your main constituent relationship management platform should be robust enough to handle your complex needs. That's where we come in, customizing tools like HubSpot to meet your unique requirements.
Staying connected with donors, volunteers, and stakeholders is key to your success. But without the right tools, consistent and targeted communication can be a struggle. Imagine a tech stack that includes not just basic email marketing platforms, but sophisticated CRMs that segment your audience based on behavior, automate personalized messages, and track engagement seamlessly. This is how we help you build stronger relationships with your supporters—by nurturing them in ways that are both smart and scalable.
Data is at the heart of any modern nonprofit. But managing and interpreting that data effectively requires the right tools. While traditional nonprofit tools often fall short, Nonprofit Tech Shop brings you the power of best-in-class solutions like HubSpot, customized to fit your needs. With features like donor scoring, forecasting, lifecycle stage management, and automated segmentation, you can move beyond basic data collection to truly strategic decision-making. This ensures transparency with your stakeholders and allows you to act with confidence.
Fundraising isn’t just about reaching out to your donors—it's about doing so in a way that's informed by data and tailored to their journey with your organization. We move beyond basic fundraising tactics to offer advanced strategies like donor scoring, lifecycle stage assignments, and automated workflows that personalize your appeals. For example, we can set up systems where donors at specific giving levels are automatically grouped and nurtured with tailored communications, ensuring each donor feels valued and connected to your cause. These aren't just tools—they're game-changers for your fundraising efforts.
Nurturing your supporters isn’t just a good practice—it’s essential. But we go beyond the basics, helping you engage more effectively with smart, automated systems. By integrating scoring, personalization, segmentation, and automated list-building, we ensure that every interaction with your supporters is meaningful and moves them closer to a deeper relationship with your organization. Our goal is to help you nurture better, not just more.
As your nonprofit grows, so do your needs and challenges. A well-integrated tech stack provides the flexibility you need to innovate and expand without disruption. That’s why we work with industry-leading tools like HubSpot, Microsoft, Google, and Salesforce, customizing them to fit the specific needs of your organization. These tools aren't built for nonprofits per se—they’re built to be the best. And with Nonprofit Tech Shop, we ensure they work for you.
Products like Azure, Dynamics 365, and Microsoft 365 offer advanced data management and cloud computing capabilities, tailored to your nonprofit's needs.
Azure for Nonprofits: A cloud computing platform that provides scalable computing power and data storage.
Dynamics 365 for Nonprofits: A suite of enterprise applications for CRM, finance, and operations.
Microsoft 365 for Nonprofits: A productivity suite that includes Office applications, cloud storage, and collaboration tools.
Microsoft is recommended for you if:
You can get started by checking your eligibility and applying for nonprofit grants and discounts here.
With Google Ad Grants, Workspace, and the YouTube Nonprofit Program, you can increase visibility, improve collaboration, and engage with your audience in new ways.
Google Ad Grants: Free advertising credits to run search ads on Google, increasing visibility and attracting more donors.
Google Workspace: A suite of productivity tools like Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Meet for enhanced collaboration.
YouTube Nonprofit Program: Special features for nonprofits to reach a wider audience with engaging video content.
Google is recommended for you if:
If you’re finding it challenging to build or maintain your account, consider joining Google’s Nonprofit Marketing Immersion program. This initiative pairs you with marketing students or volunteers, along with an advisor, who are eager to gain experience on the platform.
Find more information and get started by visiting Google for Nonprofits here.
HubSpot offers a 40% discount for nonprofits, providing a comprehensive platform for marketing, sales, and service. We customize HubSpot to handle your nonprofit's complex needs, from advanced donor management to integrated marketing automation.
HubSpot is recommended for you if:
You can explore more about HubSpot for Nonprofits and their exclusive offerings here.
Salesforce’s Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) offers a highly customizable CRM solution that integrates seamlessly with other tools and platforms, providing a robust framework for managing your operations.
Salesforce is recommended for you if:
Integration is where the magic happens. By connecting tools like Postalytics and Postal.io with your CRM, you unlock powerful possibilities for donor engagement.
Take, for example, our work with TCP, where we used Postalytics to send direct mail to a specific zip code, warming up a targeted community with a tailored message. We then followed up with canvassing efforts, recording interactions in HubSpot, which triggered automated emails and built targeted lists for further engagement.
Imagine a scenario where a donor reaches a specific donation threshold, as tracked in your CRM. This action triggers a workflow that sends a personalized gift to the donor, deepening their connection with your cause. These integrations are all about creating seamless, impactful experiences for your supporters.
Your tech stack should empower your nonprofit, not hinder it. Conducting an audit and analysis of your current tools is the first step. Use our quick checklist to evaluate value, integration capabilities, goal alignment, and areas for improvement:
To take this a step further, we encourage you to take our 5-Minute Tech Stack Assessment for Nonprofits. This assessment is designed to help you learn if your current technology is truly maximizing constituent engagement opportunities and optimizing your operations for efficiency.
By taking the assessment, you’ll discover if you’re making the most of your tools. Afterward, you’ll receive a customized, in-depth report of findings, including actionable tips, strategies, and advice tailored specifically to your organization. Plus, you'll get access to a robust, insightful, and highly actionable guide on how to level up your tech stack!
If you have any questions along the way, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support you on your journey to maximizing your nonprofit’s potential.