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TAG Announces Name Change

Chicago, IL–The Technology Affinity Group (TAG) which serves as the global association for technology professionals in philanthropy announced last week that they are updating their name to the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG). Since 2007, TAG has served as...

2019 TAG Conference Sells Out with Record Registrations

The annual event for technology leaders, staff and solutions providers in philanthropy by the Technology Affinity Group (TAG) has sold out with over 350 registered attendees joining TAG2019 in Miami Beach, Florida. This year's event is the largest to date for TAG and...

2020 Emerging Leaders Announced

Global Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy Tech Announced at TAG2019 Conference The Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) is pleased to announce its 2020 Emerging Leaders cohort. The Emerging Leaders Initiative (ELI) is designed to cultivate...

Conference Agenda Announced for TAG2019

Responding to session proposals from grantmakers, nonprofits, and partners throughout the world, the Technology Affinity Group (TAG) is pleased to share a draft agenda for the 2019 TAG conference. "We received three times the typical number of proposals this year,"...

New Series Establishes Best Practices in Cybersecurity for Philanthropy

Designed to address the growing risk of cybersecurity breaches in philanthropy, the Technology Affinity Group (TAG) announces the launch of CyberSecurity Essentials for Philanthropy, a curriculum featuring webinars, whitepapers, and workshops in partnership with IT...

2019 TAG Emerging Leaders Announced

The Technology Affinity Group (TAG) is excited to announce its 2019 Emerging Leaders cohort. The Emerging Leaders Initiative (ELI) is designed to help cultivate the next generation of technology leaders in philanthropy. Through a series of coaching, mentoring...

11 Things We Loved About TAG2018

Reflections on TAG2018, a conference made extraordinary by members of the Technology Affinity Group, our partners, exhibitors, and sponsors. #1 – Forests of 50ft Saguaro With sunshine every day and free access to hiking trails in the Catalina Foothills, the setting...

TAG Welcomes New Board Member, Jonathan Mergy of Tides

The Technology Affinity Group (TAG) is pleased to announce the addition of Jonathan Mergy, Director of IT at Tides, to its board of directors, replacing outgoing board member Carolyn Wendrowski. Jonathan will commence his term in 2019, bringing a wealth...

Idealware Merges with TechImpact

Tech Impact, a 501(c)(3) provider of nonprofit technology solutions and the operator of award-winning IT training programs for underserved youth, announced today that it plans to merge with Idealware, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and authoritative source for independent,...

TAG Welcomes Three New Board Members

The Technology Affinity Group (TAG) is pleased to announce three new additions to its board of directors, replacing outgoing board members John Mohr, Edima Elinewinga, and Dan Schoenfeld. Commencing their terms in 2019, the organization's new board members bring a...

What is Philanthropy Tech? TAG Featured on National Podcast

What is Philanthropy Tech? In a recent podcast with Ctrl+Click Cast, TAG Executive Director Chantal Forster explains how technology serves philanthropic endeavors. In the 45 minute session, Forster describes the current state of #PhilanthropyTech, how it's evolving to...

Now Open: Applications for TAG Emerging Leaders Initiative

Are you new to philanthropy or seeking a mentor bolster your soft-skills or technology strategy approach? The Emerging Leader Initiative (ELI) by TAG is an excellent way to build your network and grow your professional capacity. The program is now accepting...

5 Minutes on Stage: Call for TAG2018 Lightning Talks

New for TAG2018, conference attendees are invited to propose a talk in an entirely new format this year — 5 Minute Lightning Talks.  Engage and entertain your fellow TAG members with a 5 minute talk on "Creativity, Risk-Taking, or Innovation." As a special session of...

TAG2018 Conference Now Open for Registration

Early Bird Registration Begins for TAG2018 Anticipation is high for this year's TAG conference as the annual gathering of technology leaders and learners in philanthropy. This year's conference explores innovation and risk-taking in philanthropy and...

How TAG is Evolving with You

An Update from the TAG Executive Director Five months ago, I shared my optimism with you as the incoming Executive Director of TAG. Today is a moment to check in on our progress: Is technology in philanthropy still on course? Are we equipping our organizations to...

2018 Recommended Reading

Looking to refresh your reading list this year? Here's what IT and grants management leaders in philanthropy are reading now. Accelerate: Building and Scaling High Performing Technology Organizations How can we apply technology to drive business value? For years,...

TAG Welcomes New Executive Director

On behalf of the Board of Trustees of TAG, I am delighted to announce that the new Executive Director of TAG will be Chantal Forster. Chantal is a veteran leader in digital transformation, working as a strategy consultant to major philanthropies, family...

Foundation Transparency: Game Over?

Posted by: Brad Smith, president of Foundation Center The tranquil world of America's foundations is about to be shaken, but if you read the Center for Effective Philanthropy's (CEP) new study -- Sharing What Matters, Foundation Transparency -- you would...