Technology

From spreadsheets to maps, email, blogs and, video and websites, widgets, web analytics and (even) 3 D Modeling, a Google account gives your nonprofit tremendous capacity to collaborate and manage its work flow. Join us for a scenic tour and to answer your "how-to" questions.

Google has steadily amassed a suite of online tools that can be used to the advantage of the connected nonprofit organization. From spreadsheets to maps, email, blogs and, video and websites, widgets, web analytics and (even) 3 D Modeling, a Google account gives you access and storage. Learn the basics of these applications from nonprofits—including how Google hosts noprofit office email networks. With Matt Dunne, Google Evangelist. This is the second installment of Google Workshops co-sponsored with United Way of Vermont, Common Good Vermont, and Google Community Affairs. Live Webcast at www.cctv.org

In episode 8, NASA 360 learns how lunar soil can be turned into breathable oxygen and drinkable water, and we visit some of the world's most amazing observatories at the top of the world. We also discover how NASA is helping us monitor volcanoes all over the world...

We were able to film in front of an active volcano in Volcanoes National Park, and we filmed in a lava tube 30 feet below ground. It was a lot of fun, and our crew met some fantastic people on the big island. Thanks to everyone who made this adventure possible.

"If I were researching information or opportunities my organization offered, what would I type?" With Google AdWords, you can reach the people interested in your organization's information and services. With the right key words, your ad can appear next to relevant Google search results. Google Grants is an in-kind online advertising account which can be used for general outreach, fundraising activities, and volunteer recruitment. Matt Dunne of the Google Foundation runs through the guidelines and application process that can generate web traffic and wider communities of interest for your nonprofit. Instead of looking for an audience, you've got an audience looking for you!

First in the Google for Nonprofits Series sponsored by Common Good Vermont, United Way of Chittenden County and Google Community Affairs.

Host Margaret Harrington with local activist Maggie Gundersen speak with Rep. Suzi Wizowaty, Chitt. 3-5, and American Friends Service Committee Director, Joeseph Gainza to the nuclear power and weapons industries.