"After the Boston Marathon bombings, there was an outpouring of support from people wanting to donate to the victims, their families and the first responders who worked tirelessly on behalf of the nation. In the wake of the tragedy, Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick and Boston Mayor Tom Menino announced the formation of The One Fund Boston, a nonprofit organized to help those affected most by the event," explains Stephanie Kapera, a contributor at Software Advice. READ MORE
This week we feature some examples of how open data is being used to help farmers as the G8 International Conference on Open Data for Agriculture kicks off today. Small data rather than big data is emphasized and reasons are given for INGOs failure to become IATI compliant. Examples of how open government data is being used for public benefit in cities across the USA is showcased and the case for opening up US nonprofit data expands. READ MORE
This week the call for data measurement in the social sector heightens with the proposition of a Social Progress Index and ways that NGOs can use data maps to increase effectiveness are explained. The need for open data from NGOs is reiterated, while the way philanthropy has promoted the global Open Government Partnership is explained. 5 trending big data technologies are also identified. READ MORE
NetSquared Seattle's contribution to TechSoup Global' s annual Digital Storytelling Challenge (TSDigs) was a hands-on workshop to help participants tell better stories and advance their organizations’ goals. They talked about best practices, must-reads and emerging technologies to get the job done. READ MORE
Melbourne's NetSquared group come together on March 21 to examine the concept of "B Corporations," using Etsy as a case study. Didn't make it to Australia for the meeting? Don't worry, Lucas Kussowski captured it on film!
How are new technologies changing the way educators teach and students learn? How can Vermont’s schools prepare students for global citizenship in an international economy? How can our communities and our schools work together to integrate technology into K-12 education? READ MORE
We’re starting a newsletter to help keep the members of SFTech4Good in the loop with what's going on. Please let me know what you think after you've read this!READ MORE
This week we feature some examples of how open data is being used to help farmers as the G8 International Conference on Open Data for Agriculture kicks off today. Small data rather than big data is emphasized and reasons are given for INGOs failure to become IATI compliant. Examples of how open government data is being used for public benefit in cities across the USA is showcased and the case for opening up US nonprofit data expands. 
In May, NetSquared Adelade will be joining a number of other local communities to learn about social media management tool, HootSuite. 
This week the call for data measurement in the social sector heightens with the proposition of a Social Progress Index and ways that NGOs can use data maps to increase effectiveness are explained. The need for open data from NGOs is reiterated, while the way philanthropy has promoted the global Open Government Partnership is explained. 5 trending big data technologies are also identified. 
