5 Ways to Give Back to Your Community Using Your Technological Talents

Technology is all around us today.  Many who read this blog stay connected using a smart phone and most of you stay in contact with friends and family using one (or more) of the many social media platforms that exist today.  Many non-profit organizations don’t have the time, money or skills to fully utilize technology to help them advance their mission.  You can help!

Website developers could offer their services to an organization that either needs a new website or needs regular website updates.  You could also sign up to participate in the annual Overnight Website Challenge sponsored by The Nerdery.

Many organizations could use assistance with their social media platforms.  You could offer to setup a Facebook page, Twitter account or blog and teach their volunteers how to keep them updated.  You could also bring them information about other social media platforms that may benefit their staff or volunteers.

Some organizations have older technology that helps them run their offices.  You could offer to update or maintain their software such as databases, spreadsheets, presentations, or templates.  They may also need training or assistance with virus protection, data backup, or computer maintenance for their staff.

Organizations are frequently in need of other professional services such as accounting, marketing, photography, writing, graphic design, and more.  You can reach out to your favorite non-profit to see if they need help.  In addition, websites such as Catchafire.org and Sparked.com help individuals connect with a non-profit that is looking for your specific skills.

You could also volunteer your time to get away from technology.  Find an organization that matches your interests and search their websites for volunteer opportunities.  Opportunities exist for anything from gardening for Open Arms Minnesota, mentoring a child through the Art Buddies program, or making sandwiches for 363 Days, just to name a few.

I hope this post has inspired you to give back.  No matter what your talent or passion is, you can find some organization that could put it to good use.  Please stop by The Blogunteer blog to start your search for an organization to help!

Stacy Pearson is the blogger behind The Blogunteer – a blog about volunteerism, giving, and kindness.  She is also a mom, wife, volunteer, and project manager. 

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