Digital Resilience for Nonprofits

In today’s climate, nonprofits face unique digital threats that can impact your ability to serve communities and fulfill your mission.

“Digital resilience isn’t about preventing all possible problems—it’s about ensuring your organization can adapt, recover, and continue its essential work no matter what challenges arise.” —Cassi Johnson, VP Product Strategy

Our free toolkit provides 5 actionable strategies your nonprofit can implement immediately:

1. Data Inventory & Minimization – Reduce risk by collecting only what’s essential
2. Platform Independence – Break free from risky single-platform dependencies
3. Operational Continuity – Keep your services running when systems fail
4. Access Controls – Prevent common security breaches with simple upgrades
5. Staff Security Awareness – Transform your team into security assets

Each strategy includes practical “quick wins” and step-by-step implementation guides.

Minnesota nonprofits have an exciting opportunity to strengthen their technology and digital infrastructure through the MN Forward Pooled Fund Fortify Grants — offering up to $50,000 for projects focused on “digital/technological resiliency.”

These funds are intentionally flexible and can be used in expansive ways to help organizations adapt, protect, and grow in today’s fast-changing digital landscape.

At Software for Good, we’re here to support that work. Our Digital Resilience Strategy is one powerful option, providing:

— Infrastructure & vulnerability assessment
— A customized Digital Resilience Score™
— Implementation support for critical security upgrades
— Staff training and digital policy development

We’ll work with you to design a tailored, mission-aligned solution that fits within the grant scope and supports your long-term impact.

We also understand that each organization has unique technology needs. Beyond resilience, we can help you:

— Improve your data systems and reporting
— Create more efficient internal workflows
— Develop custom tools or applications that fit your mission
— Establish greater platform independence and control

Reach out if you’re planning to apply or want help thinking through how these funds can best support your organization. We’re here to help – book time with Cassi Johnson, VP of Product share

Our approaches have supported organizations across critical sectors:

— Emergency housing assistance during the pandemic
— Reproductive healthcare access amid changing legal landscapes
— Educational platforms requiring content security and independence