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Community IT offers free webinars monthly to promote learning within our nonprofit technology community. Our podcast is appropriate for a varied level of technology expertise. Community IT is vendor-agnostic and our webinars cover a range of topics and discussions. Something on your mind you don’t see covered here? Contact us to suggest a topic! http://www.communityit.com

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Nonprofit AI: Big Investments, Resources to Close Your Literacy Gap
2026/04/21
Carolyn Woodard covers two major AI announcements breaking today — a landmark philanthropic gift building the country's first "AI-native" hospital, and a massive infrastructure deal between Amazon and Anthropic — and zooms out to ask what all this big-money investment means for nonprofits on the ground. The answer: now more than ever, building your own AI literacy is the most strategic investment your organization can make. This episode also features a resources roundup with five options for nonprofit staff and foundation professionals who are ready to learn — whether you have 60 minutes or six months. This episode covers: Michael and Susan Dell's $750 million gift to UT Austin funding the country's first "AI-native" hospital is a signal for nonprofits about where philanthropic capital is heading.What Amazon's expanded investment in Anthropic means for AI infrastructure — and why the unsustainable pace of data center growth may actually push major tech companies toward renewable energy and less resource-intensive locations, a shift that matters for the communities currently bearing the costs of that build-out.Why the most important AI investment your nonprofit can make right now isn't a tool — it's literacy, and why doing it together as an organization matters more than one person figuring it out alone.Five concrete learning opportunities for nonprofit staff at every level.Your city or region may already have free AI literacy programs designed for local nonprofits — it's worth a quick search."Do I need to pick one AI tool and stick with it?" — why the more important question is whether your organization has a policy about what you're sharing and with whom.Resources Mentioned: UT Dell Medical Center announcement — University of Texas at Austin — https://www.kut.org/health/2026-04-21/ut-austin-dell-medical-center-hospital-michael-susan-dell-foundation-donationAmazon/Anthropic expanded partnership — Anthropic — https://www.anthropic.com/news/anthropic-amazon-computeThe Human Stack — Tim Lockie's "AI for Anyone" course — https://thehumanstack.com/academy/aiforanyoneAI for Nonprofits Sprint — Fund for the City of New York — https://www.fcny.org/aisprint/AI for Foundations Professional Certificate — TAG + NTEN — https://www.nten.org/learn/professional-certificates/ai-for-foundationsMicrosoft Changemaker Fellowship — https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/nonprofits/resourcesAI Acceptable Use Policy Template — Community IT Innovators — https://communityit.com/template-acceptable-use-of-ai-tools-in-the-nonprofit-workplace/ _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
2026 Nonprofit Cybersecurity Incident Report with Matthew Eshleman pt 1
2026/04/17
In the first part of this annual check-in, Carolyn Woodard and Matthew Eshleman dive into the findings from the eighth annual Nonprofit Cybersecurity Incident Report. Analyzing data from thousands of client endpoints throughout 2025, they discuss how the landscape has shifted—specifically how AI is being used by threat actors to lower the barrier for sophisticated attacks. This episode provides a high-level look at the trends that defined the past year and the foundational layers every nonprofit needs to protect its mission in 2026. The conversation covers the rise of financially motivated scams, the increasing frequency of partisan digital attacks, and why data is transitionally moving from an organizational asset to a potential liability. Matthew explains: How AI tools are accelerating attack vectors through automated scripts and convincing phishing.Why your organization’s cybersecurity foundation must be built on policy and frequent, vibrant staff training rather than just annual videos.The evolution of multi-factor authentication (MFA) and the shift toward phish-resistant methods like Passkeys or physical keys like FIDO keys.Why data retention policies are becoming a necessity to mitigate legal risks and data leakage.The importance of governing how staff interact with free AI tools to prevent institutional data from entering the public domain.Resources Mentioned Nonprofit IT Management Reddit CommunityCybersecurity Playbook for NonprofitsNGO ISACKnowBe4 Security Awareness Training _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
Nonprofit AI: Claude Cowork, Good Tech Summit Reflections, Claude Mythos Preview
2026/04/14
Carolyn Woodard opens with highlights from Good Tech Summit, a three-day Washington D.C. conference bringing together practitioners, funders, and tech leaders focused on responsible AI use in the social sector. She shares standout quotes on AI governance, accountability, and what the sector needs to do differently.  This episode also covers the Claude Cowork tool nonprofits should know about, a privacy change in a new Google Labs tool that affects your data, and the Claude Mythos Preview non-release that has bank executives and governments in emergency meetings. This episode covers: Key takeaways from Good Tech Summit, including "We need to stop random acts of AI" and why your AI policy should be grounded in values — not updated every time a new tool drops.How Claude Cowork compares to Google Workspace Studio and Microsoft Copilot Cowork — and whether nonprofits are better served by AI built into their existing tech stack or a mission-aligned third-party tool.What Google Opal is, why you may have seen a notice that it sits outside Workspace's enterprise privacy protections, and what nonprofit staff should know about using it.Why Anthropic built its most powerful AI model ever and then refused to release it publicly and what that points out about our current power imbalance between tech companies and consumers."Technology is not a net good or net bad. We don't know yet whether AI will be a net benefit or net harm — but we need to be engaged, literate, and demanding."Why building AI fluency together as a sector matters; sending staff off to figure it out alone keeps us isolated. Resources Mentioned: Good Tech Summit — watch for next year's annual event at goodtechtogether.orgClaude for Nonprofits — AnthropicClaude Cowork Overview — AnthropicGoogle Opal (Google Labs experiment)Claude Mythos Preview — AnthropicClaude Mythos Preview — ForbesClaude Mythos Preview — WIRED2026 Nonprofit Cybersecurity Incident Report Webinar _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
AI and Nonprofit Project Management with Alex Tuck
2026/04/10
Carolyn Woodard explores the intersection of project management and artificial intelligence AI with Alex Tuck, founder of Tuck Consulting Group. As nonprofits face increasing pressure to do more with less, Alex shares how project managers are uniquely positioned to lead AI implementation and why human-in-the-loop systems are essential for maintaining accuracy and ethics. The conversation dives into the practicalities of AI adoption, from the potential automation of administrative tasks to the specific challenges faced by healthcare nonprofits. Alex provides a clear framework for ethical AI use, focusing on well-being, transparency, and data security. You will also learn actionable tips for mastering the art of prompting and how to know when to iterate on an AI project versus when to walk away. Alex and Carolyn discuss: Why project managers are the natural leaders for AI initiatives in the nonprofit sector.Four key pillars for an ethical AI framework: Human Well-being, Human in the Loop, Transparency, and Data Security.Practical strategies for better prompting, including the use of context, constraints, and prompt libraries.How to determine when to pivot or quit an AI project early to save organizational resources.Resources Mentioned: Tuck Consulting GroupAnthropic Report on AI and EmploymentPMI CPMAI Framework _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
Nonprofit AI: Copilot Cowork, Google Workspace Studio, HBR on Leaders and AI, Climate Collective and CIVIC AI Literacy Cohort
2026/04/07
The conversation this week highlights new "AI assistant" features from Microsoft and Google that aim to handle administrative burdens, allowing nonprofit teams to focus on mission-critical work. Host Carolyn Woodard also delves into a Havard Business Review article with qualitative interviews on AI and leadership challenges, and highlights a specialized training initiative for environmental organizations. This episode covers: How Microsoft Copilot Cowork acts as an executive assistant by managing calendars, drafting meeting briefs, and researching donors.The capabilities of Google Workspace Studio to also act as an executive assistant creating meeting prep and summarizing unread emails. Key findings from a recent Harvard Business Review study finding 93% of leaders identify human factors as the primary barrier to AI adoption. "Several leaders observed that anxiety was particularly pronounced among experienced professionals whose authority had been built on deep expertise.""The risk is treating AI as a narrow tech project. In reality, it’s a cultural shift and we need to embed it into how we think, manage, and lead, not just into workflows."The launch of a new AI literacy program specifically designed for climate and nature professionals from Climate Collective and CIVIC.Resources Mentioned: Microsoft Copilot Cowork AnnouncementGoogle Workspace Studio OverviewHBR: Senior Leaders Are Struggling with AI AdoptionClimate Collective AI Literacy ProgramCommunity IT Subreddit _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
Accidental to Intentional Nonprofit Tech Leader with Gozi Egbuonu and Hugo Castro pt 2
2026/04/03
Hugo Castro, author of the Accidental Techie newsletter on Linkedin, and Gozi Egbuonu, accidental and now intentional tech leader, lead you through a discussion on the transformation from firefighter to strategic advisor. In pt 1 they discuss the role of the "accidental techie" in nonprofit organizations and explore three bridges to transform your career: Skills, Relationships, and Projects. In pt 2 they finish up the fourth bridge: Communications, and take questions from the webinar audience. If you never applied to a tech job, but somehow you are the person everyone turns to for tech help and assistance at your nonprofit, you may be the accidental techie of your office. Learn how to transform your valuable experience as a problem-solver into a professional career as a nonprofit tech leader from two people who have lived it. Hugo and Gozi share what separates reactive problem-solvers from strategic technology leaders, and give you practical frameworks for repositioning yourself professionally. You’ll discover how to communicate your value differently, build the right relationships, and choose projects that showcase your strategic thinking.  Learning outcomes Build a transformation roadmap using four pillars: skills, relationships, projects, communicationIdentify your position on the accidental-to-intentional spectrum and key mindset shifts neededReframe how you communicate your work to position yourselves as strategic advisors, not tech fixers-for-free. _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
Nonprofit AI: Microsoft Elevate Changemakers Announcement
2026/03/31
A major new initiative from Microsoft aims to provide the training and resources needed to adopt AI tools at nonprofits. In this episode, Carolyn Woodard breaks down the recently announced Microsoft Elevate for Changemakers program. This initiative is a structured effort to build AI capacity through professional certifications, hands-on training, and global fellowships designed specifically for the nonprofit sector. Carolyn discusses how the sector has shifted from skepticism to active adoption and explores how AI can expand human agency rather than replace it. She describes the four key areas where Microsoft believes AI can make a measurable difference and the case studies they share for each area: enriching staff time, delivering impactful programs, engaging donors, and transforming operations.  Whether you are looking to automate manual data entry or scale your mission through local language tools, this episode provides a roadmap for staying at the forefront of responsible AI use. The conversation covers: The new LinkedIn AI for Nonprofits professional certificate and on-demand capacity-building training.Details on the Changemaker Fellowship for organizations with actionable AI projects ready for investment.How AI helps nonprofit staff move away from busywork and toward creative, mission-driven thinking.Links to real-world case studies of organizations using AI to save 6 to 8 hours a day on administrative tasks.Strategies for using AI to scale programs and build stronger, data-informed donor relationships.The importance of professional training and leadership in adopting responsible AI frameworks.Resources Mentioned: Microsoft Elevate for Changemakers AnnouncementMicrosoft Elevate for Changemakers resourcesCommunity IT Innovators WebsiteNonprofit IT Management Reddit Community _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
Accidental to Intentional Nonprofit Tech Leader with Gozi Egbuonu and Hugo Castro pt 1
2026/03/27
Hugo Castro, author of the Accidental Techie newsletter on Linkedin, and Gozi Egbuonu, accidental and now intentional tech leader, lead you through a discussion on the transformation from firefighter to strategic advisor. In pt 1 they discuss the role of the "accidental techie" in nonprofit organizations and explore three bridges to transform your career: Skills, Relationships, and Projects. In pt 2 they finish up the fourth bridge: Communications, and take questions from the webinar audience. If you never applied to a tech job, but somehow you are the person everyone turns to for tech help and assistance at your nonprofit, you may be the accidental techie of your office. Learn how to transform your valuable experience as a problem-solver into a professional career as a nonprofit tech leader from two people who have lived it. Hugo and Gozi share what separates reactive problem-solvers from strategic technology leaders, and give you practical frameworks for repositioning yourself professionally. You’ll discover how to communicate your value differently, build the right relationships, and choose projects that showcase your strategic thinking.  Learning outcomes Build a transformation roadmap using four pillars: skills, relationships, projects, communicationIdentify your position on the accidental-to-intentional spectrum and key mindset shifts neededReframe how you communicate your work to position yourselves as strategic advisors, not tech fixers-for-free. _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
Nonprofit AI: Resources on Workforce Changes and Training Courses, Project Evident Library of Use Cases
2026/03/24
In this Nonprofit AI Podcast midweek check-in, Carolyn tackles the anxiety around AI and the changing labor market. While it can feel like AI is everywhere, a recent report from Anthropic shows we are nowhere near 100% adoption—but the roles most likely to be impacted are the white-collar, management, and knowledge-work positions often held by older, highly educated women in the nonprofit sector. The conversation covers the gap between using AI tools and actually having a policy for them, and why wishful thinking isn't a substitute for a training budget. Carolyn discusses: Who is actually exposed to AI: Why seasoned nonprofit leaders and managers in roles like fundraising and strategic planning need to pay attention and stay engaged in the way their job descriptions are shifting to incorporate AI literacy. The Governance Gap: Only 19% of organizations have formal AI policies—maybe even lower in the nonprofit sector. But organizations without AI governance run considerable risks. The time to start is now.Why AI literacy is the new job requirement in nonprofit work: Moving beyond entry level tricks like drafting emails to using AI as a strategic partner for mission-driven work has huge possibilities. The nonprofit sector is uniquely positioned to use AI in innovative and impactful ways.High-quality training that won't break the budget: A rundown of free and low-cost certificate programs specifically designed for nonprofits.Evidence-based use cases: Look at how peer organizations are using AI for  mission delivery, not just office productivity with Project Evident's library of nonprofit AI use cases.As AI literacy becomes a baseline skill, Carolyn encourages nonprofit boards and executive teams to prioritize learning—ensuring staff have the time, tools, and training to navigate this shift safely. Resources Mentioned: Anthropic Report: Labor Market Impacts of AIInfotech Research: AI Trends 2026Infotech Research: Data Priorities 2026NPTechForGood: AI Certificate for Marketing & FundraisingNetHope & Kaya: Fundamentals of AI for Nonprofits (Free)Data.org: AI Skills for NonprofitsAnthropic Academy: AI Fluency for Nonprofits (Free)Project Evident: Equitable AI Adoption Case Studies _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
Prep Your File Permissions for AI Tools with Steve Longenecker
2026/03/20
Carolyn sits down with Steve Longenecker, Director of IT Consulting at Community IT Innovators, to tackle a question that's suddenly urgent for many nonprofits: now that AI tools like Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini can search your entire file system, are your permissions actually set up correctly? The conversation covers the practical steps nonprofits can take to assess and clean up their SharePoint and Google Workspace permissions before — or after — turning on AI. Steve and Carolyn discuss: Why AI tools like Copilot only surface files users are already permitted to see — and why that's not as reassuring as it sounds.The "security through obscurity" problem: how files that were harmlessly buried for years can suddenly become visible to anyone.How Microsoft tracks "anyone at my organization" share links — and why you should change your default sharing settings now.What Restricted SharePoint Search is, and how it can help you safely roll out Copilot site by site.Practical first steps for nonprofits with messy, organic SharePoint environments.As Steve puts it, old SharePoint architecture represents technical debt that's going to have to get paid down eventually — and AI may be making that day come sooner. Resources Mentioned: Microsoft Restricted SharePoint Search — overview for organizations rolling out Copilot: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/microsoft365copilotblog/introducing-restricted-sharepoint-search-to-help-you-get-started-with-copilot-fo/4071060SharePoint permissions governance — a conceptual overview for site owners and leadership: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/overview-site-governance-permission-and-sharing-for-site-owners-95e83c3d-e1b0-4aae-9d08-e94dcaa4942eCommunity IT's Microsoft Tools Resource Library for Nonprofits: https://communityit.com/microsoft-tools-for-nonprofits/ _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
Nonprofit AI: NotebookLM, What is AI Hygiene
2026/03/17
How can nonprofits move past the efficiency plateau to find real strategic value in AI? In this midweek check-in, Carolyn Woodard discusses statistics from the 2026 Nonprofit AI Adoption Report from Virtuous and Fundraising AI, which reveals that while 92% of nonprofits are using AI, only 7% see a major strategic impact on their mission. The episode also explores the concept of AI hygiene and why cleaning up your digital files for humans is the first step. Carolyn also discussed Google NotebookLM, a "walled off" library that you can create from your own resources, restricting your AI tool to just your own documents and data.  Carolyn also highlights the community-led governance model of AI Ready RVA and reminds nonprofit leaders that they do not need a computer science degree to lead an AI-ready organization. Instead, they need a clear mission, clean data, and commitment. Key Resources Included 2026 Nonprofit AI Adoption Report (Virtuous/Fundraising AI).92% of nonprofits surveyed are individually using AI tools for productivity and efficiency vs 7% that report they are using AI as a teammate for transformation.Data hygiene: cleaning your data and keeping it clean. AI hygiene: Preparing your data and data architecture so that AI tools can return the best outputs quickly, without multiple prompts and investigation into accuracy.  NotebookLM. A tool within Google Gemini that can create a "walled off" library that AI will search within. Using vetted resources can help the AI be more trustworthy and return better outputs. AI Ready RVA - a cohort model for local resources and networking to help manage the learning and funding for pilot programs and events. _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
Write a Better RFP for IT Support for Your Nonprofit with Johan Hammerstrom
2026/03/13
Are you struggling to articulate what your nonprofit actually needs from an IT provider? In this episode, host Carolyn Woodard and Community IT CEO Johan Hammerstrom discuss the rise of the generic, AI-generated Request for Proposal (RFP). While it is tempting to use AI to handle the heavy lifting of technical writing, doing so often results in a document that lacks the heart of your organization’s mission. Johan explains why a successful RFP is less about technical jargon and more about your unique business needs. When you rely on a generic template, you end up with a generic partner. This conversation offers a roadmap for moving beyond checklists to find a support model that actually fits your culture and budget. Johan and Carolyn explore the essential process of defining your requirements, including: The AI Pitfall: Why using AI to write an RFP without deep organizational context leads technical jargon. If you can't understand exactly what your rfp is asking for, neither will the vendors. The Thinking Process: A look at why the act of writing—rather than just the final document—is a vital exercise in disciplined thinking and clarity for your leadership team.Staff Feedback: How to gather input from your team to identify where legacy systems or siloed tools are creating daily friction and missed opportunities.Finding a Partner: Practical advice on how to draw out the unique requirements of your nonprofit to ensure your next IT provider is a true partner, not just a vendor.A key part of this search is recognizing why many nonprofits feel dissatisfied with their current support. Johan identifies three specific pitfalls that occur when working with a regular, for-profit focused Managed Service Provider (MSP): The Culture Gap: Most MSPs are geared toward a bottom-line, efficiency-first mindset that can feel brusque, abrasive or dissonant when it comes up against a people-centered nonprofit culture.Misaligned Logic: Standard providers often recommend solutions based on revenue generation, failing to understand the resource-constrained and programmatic realities of the nonprofit sector when making IT investments or dealing with legacy IT.The Priority Problem: In a large, general-market firm, smaller nonprofit accounts are often deprioritized in favor of more lucrative corporate clients, leading to inconsistent support, junior-level staffing, and frustration.If you feel your current provider doesn’t quite get you, or if you are preparing to search for new support, this episode will help you ask the right questions of your AI tools, your staff, and your potential partners. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Link: How to Vet an MSP for Your Nonprofit Link: How do I Know if an MSP is Right for my Organization?  _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
Nonprofit AI: We have agency, Anthropic-Pentagon news updates
2026/03/10
In this Nonprofit AI Podcast midweek check-in, Carolyn explores what it means to have agency in the age of AI. With so much pressure to adopt new tools, it can feel like nonprofits have no choice — but Carolyn makes the case that you and your organization have more power than you think, both in the tools you choose and the advocacy you pursue. The conversation covers the environmental and community impacts of AI infrastructure, and what nonprofits can actually do about it. Carolyn discusses: Why individual AI use matter less than local and collective advocacy around data center regulation.Advocacy looks different in different locations where data centers are going in at a furious pace. Water issues? Electricity costs? Sites? Your advocacy should be local too. The community impacts of data center siting are complex — Carolyn gave just one example of institutional racism and the displacement over time of historic Black landowners in Northern Virginia.Creative policy models from Europe that nonprofits can advocate for in their own communities.You can align your AI tool choices with your organization's values — and why that matters.An update on Anthropic's lawsuit against the Department of Defense over its supply chain risk designation.As AI infrastructure expands so quickly, Carolyn encourages nonprofits to stay engaged — using AI intentionally while advocating for the communities and values they serve. Resources Mentioned: Webinar: AI Reluctance for Nonprofits, Josh Peskay and Kim Snyder, Meet the Moment: https://www.roundtabletechnology.com/news-and-events/webinar-library/thank-you/ai-resistance-for-nonprofitsTechSoup AI Training: https://techsoup.course.tc/catalog/exploring-ai-with-microsoft-toolsAnthropic vs the Pentagon to date: https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/09/anthropic-sues-defense-department-over-supply-chain-risk-designation/https://www.npr.org/2026/03/09/nx-s1-5742548/anthropic-pentagon-lawsuit-amodai-hegseth _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
How to Use AI Tools Safely at Nonprofits with Matthew Eshleman pt 2
2026/03/06
If you have wondered about the real difference between using a free tool like ChatGPT and an enterprise-level solution like Microsoft Copilot or Google Gemini, this episode will provide much-needed clarity. While the potential for efficiency is high, many nonprofit leaders are rightfully concerned about data security and how to ensure they are using these models safely. In part one from their recent webinar, Community IT Outreach Director Carolyn Woodard is joined by Chief Technology Officer Matt Eshleman to demystify the current AI tool landscape, particularly for data security.  In part two, Matt and Carolyn go over ways to tell you are logged in to your official account or not, the importance of continuous and iterative staff education, and how (and why) to get started creating AI policies to share with staff.  They were only able to answer a few questions from registration and the audience during this webinar; you can find more questions answered on our reddit community page: https://www.reddit.com/r/NonprofitITManagement/ or in the transcript on our website here: https://communityit.com/webinar-how-to-use-ai-tools-safely-at-nonprofits/ Whether you are already using AI daily or are just beginning to explore its possibilities, this discussion offers a professional and grounded look at how to navigate these tools securely. _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 
Nonprofit AI: Pentagon and AI, Turn Off Model Sharing, Q&A
2026/03/03
In this Nonprofit AI Podcast, Carolyn explores the complex intersection of nonprofit values and AI vendor ethics. Following a high-profile public dispute between the Pentagon and major AI providers, we look at what these corporate decisions mean for organizations that prioritize mission-aligned technology. The conversation covers the practical side of AI safety, moving beyond the headlines to answer urgent questions from our recent webinar. Carolyn discusses: The ethical ripple effects of the Anthropic and OpenAI rivalry regarding government contracts.Why enterprise-level licenses are the primary recommendation for protecting sensitive nonprofit data.How to navigate privacy when using AI for board meeting transcriptions and note-taking.Practical steps to turn off model training in freemium tools like ChatGPT and Gemini.The existential question: Is adopting AI truly inevitable for the nonprofit sector?As AI continues to disrupt education, health, and environmental sectors, Carolyn discusses the importance of intentionality—whether your organization chooses to opt in or opt out. Resources Mentioned: Community IT Subreddit Webinar Q&A: https://www.reddit.com/r/NonprofitITManagement/comments/1rekaqk/qa_how_to_use_ai_tools_safely_at_nonprofits/LinkedIn Guide: Turning off AI model training from Kim Snyder, AI for Nonprofits Trainer at Tech Soup and Meet the MomentUpcoming: Part two of our AI safety webinar series with Matt Eshelman. Full video here: https://communityit.com/webinar-how-to-use-ai-tools-safely-at-nonprofits/ _______________________________ Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/email Carolyn at [email protected] LinkedIn on reddit/r/nonprofitITmanagementon the Community IT websiteThanks for listening. 

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