Nonprofits have learned a lot from their for-profit counterparts about how to effectively use technology in their operations. However, they cannot always practice the strategies that for-profit companies are using. Some of these strategies can sometimes backfire because nonprofits operate differently compared to other organizations. Regardless of the challenges that nonprofits face, technology can help them to bridge the divide that exists between resources that exist and goals that these organizations are trying to achieve. As we move forward into 2020, there are trends that you are likely to encounter and you better prepare for them. Below are some of the tech-trends that your nonprofit should prepare for in 2020.

The power of social media cannot be overemphasized. It plays a critical role in different industries and is a vital component in fundraising strategies for any modern nonprofit organization. A good presence of your nonprofit in social media will not only help you in reaching more people but will also aid you in fostering your community of donors. Furthermore, a successful social media presence has a direct correlation with the amounts raised.

With all the recent news about data breaches in organizations and the increase in the amount of data that companies collect, data protection is now required more than ever. It’s time to consider the best practices that can help your nonprofit to secure the future of data and its online presence entirely. With more nonprofits now collecting data from donors and using it in their activities, the call for regulation and privacy has increased.