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Community IT Innovators

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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26:10

Nonprofit AI: Big Investments, Resources to Close...

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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 ...

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29:40

2026 Nonprofit Cybersecurity Incident Report with...

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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 nonpro...

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29:24

Nonprofit AI: Claude Cowork, Good Tech Summit...

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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...

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33:07

AI and Nonprofit Project Management with Alex Tuck

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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...

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19:01

Nonprofit AI: Copilot Cowork, Google Workspace...

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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 mana...

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24:40

Accidental to Intentional Nonprofit Tech Leader with...

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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...

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15:30

Nonprofit AI: Microsoft Elevate Changemakers...

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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 adopti...

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36:09

Accidental to Intentional Nonprofit Tech Leader with...

Community IT Innovators Nonprofit Technology Topics ·

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...

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19:56

Nonprofit AI: Resources on Workforce Changes and...

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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...

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25:45

Prep Your File Permissions for AI Tools with Steve...

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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 dis...

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21:02

Nonprofit AI: NotebookLM, What is AI Hygiene

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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 Notebo...

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26:39

Write a Better RFP for IT Support for Your Nonprofit...

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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...

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19:39

Nonprofit AI: We have agency, Anthropic-Pentagon news...

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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: ...

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27:30

How to Use AI Tools Safely at Nonprofits with Matthew...

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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 ...

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23:25

Nonprofit AI: Pentagon and AI, Turn Off Model...

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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...

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34:02

How to Use AI Tools Safely at Nonprofits with Matthew...

Community IT Innovators Nonprofit Technology Topics ·

2026/02/27

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 ...

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30:46

Nonprofit AI: Implementation Framework, AI Literacy

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2026/02/24

Resources shared in this episode: Gallop Poll January 2026 on AI use: https://apnews.com/article/ai-workplace-gemini-chatgpt-poll-4934bc61d039508db32bc49f85d63d99 Build Consulting 5 Category AI Implementation Framework by Kyle Haines: https://buildconsulting.com/blog/a-strategic-framework-for-nonprofit-ai-investment/ 1: Return on Investment - what are you trying to do, and is an AI tool the best way to do it? 2. Technical and Data Feasibility - are you ready? Is your data ready?&n...

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26:35

Single Sign On Clever for Schools with Norwin Herrera

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2026/02/20

In this episode host Carolyn Woodard is joined by Norwin Herrera, IT Business Manager and Team Lead at Community IT. Together, they walk through a real-world case study of a public charter school that implemented a Single Sign-On (SSO) platform called Clever that can solve cybersecurity and accessibility challenges for adult or child students. Strategic IT Leadership for Nonprofits Unlike a traditional account manager, an IT Business Manager (ITBM) acts as a strategic partner, helping nonprof...

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18:25

Nonprofit AI: Vetting AI Tools for Nonprofits; What...

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2026/02/17

Nonprofit AI: Vetting Your Tools and Understanding AI Agents In this midweek AI check-in, Carolyn Woodard explores how nonprofit leaders can make informed, safe decisions in an increasingly crowded technology landscape. The episode begins with a review of a new AI Tools Safety Guide specifically designed for the nonprofit sector. This resource evaluates popular tools based on the criteria that matter most to mission-driven organizations: data privacy, security, and ethical responsibility. C...

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19:15

Team Building Remotely with Saba Gebru

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2026/02/13

Building Stronger Teams: Purposeful Connection in a Remote World How do you maintain a cohesive, supportive team when the office is now spread across dozens of different locations? In this episode, Carolyn Woodard sits down with Saba Gebru, Vice President of Support Services at Community IT, to discuss the intentional work required to foster teamwork in a remote and hybrid environment. Saba shares how Community IT transitioned through the pandemic and emerged with a deeper understanding of ...

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