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Stratus Blue simplifies IT sales and technology services so you can concentrate on your organisation and purpose.​ Whether you are looking for a partner to help you develop and deliver your IT Strategy; an experienced and trusted Managed IT Services Provider; or just need IT Hardware, Software and Accessories at great prices then look no further than Stratus Blue.  Not only do we provide quality technology solutions, we also understand our social responsibility and take a fully active role in the community. You will often see us running or supporting community events and education initiatives. We also offer special packages and pricing for Not For Profit organisations. We work with a number of Not For Profit organisations across the Bay of Plenty from our offices in Tauranga and Whakatane. Our qualified staff are passionate about working with our clients to achieve great outcomes.   ​

  Download slides here Date: Tuesday 7th July 2020 This webinar is suitable for: Not for profit organisation leaders and managers, university student experience professionals, CSR leaders   Course Outline: Online volunteering is the future. To find skilled volunteers can be challenging. To facilitate online volunteering can be harder.

  Download slides here Download handout here Date: Wednesday 22nd July 2020   Course Information We all set out with the best of intentions when we want to build, or even rebuild, a website for our non-profit. The truth is, many of us don’t know exactly what we’re doing so we miss opportunities and that means we miss connecting with our community in the best way we can. If this sounds like you, it might be time for a website wellness checkup; and we’ve got just what the doctor ordered!

  Download Slides Date: Weds 13th October 2021 Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm (NZDT) Price: Free Includes: Live access to webinar, participation in live Q&A session, access to post webinar recording and slides as well as any additional templates provided by the speaker This webinar is suitable for:

Download Slides     Date: 12th August 2021 Time: 1:00PM - 2:00PM (NZST) Price: Free Course level: Beginners to intermediate Course Outline: A well planned and executed AGM has the power to engage your audience and increase your visibility, all at once.  Join Deb and Bel as they walk you beyond the fundamentals of your annual reporting obligations to sharing stories that are memorable and fun. We’ll cover: Annual Reports: What should go into an annual report The power of visuals to tell your story  Annual General Meetings: Speaking well at your AGM Making your AGM memorable Strategically distributing information beyond the AGM. Course Outcomes:

Discounted subscriptions for the Goodwings travel management and sustainability platform.  

Microsoft plans changes to the Microsoft not-for-profit program on April 4, 2022. Some of these changes will impact the current Microsoft Software Donation Program through TechSoup New Zealand and are worth your close review as you set plans for your not-for-profit or library.

Date: Wednesday, 16th February 2022 Time: 1:00PM - 2:00PM (NZDT) Price: Free Course level: Beginners/Intermediate At least one WWC card is revoked every day in almost all states in Australia. Failure to continuously monitor and validate accreditations beyond the hiring process exposes organisations caring for the vulnerable to predators and malpractice. Organisations must ensure the right accreditations are verified. They must actively monitor accreditations, design and implement a risk strategy and maintain accurate records for reporting.

In 2021, the pandemic continued to upheave not-for-profits worldwide. Executive directors had to rapidly accelerate their digital infrastructure and communications to survive. Email marketing leads the way as a tool to engage key stakeholders, funders, and communities. It was an arduous learning period for not-for-profit marketers across the globe. For the not-for-profits that adapted, they saw an increase in membership and fundraising directly due to the power of email marketing. 2022 will be the year of not-for-profit digital transformation led by the integration of new email marketing strategies, tools, and technology into the marketing mix. In this post, we outline six 2022 email marketing trends that will transform not-for-profits forever.