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TAG to Convene Members in Four Cities this Fall

Chicago, IL - The Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) is pleased to announce the dates for their much anticipated “TAGlocal” events, to be held this fall in four U.S. cities. The one-day events will convene members for knowledge sharing, networking,...

Five Philanthropy Tech Trends to Watch in 2024

The era of AI is upon us. Its rapid development and influence will continue to shape the philanthropic sector and our world. As such, the ongoing tension regarding the societal concerns, coupled with the practical need to adopt, adapt and apply AI tools ethically and...

Celebrating TAG’s Leadership Transition

Chicago, IL- In a significant milestone for the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG), the organization bids a fond farewell to outgoing Executive Director Chantal Forster and extends a warm welcome to Jean Westrick, beginning a new era of leadership at the...

TAG Announces 2024 Emerging Leaders

2024 Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy Tech  The Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) announces its 2024 Emerging Leaders, selected from a global application pool. Now in its seventh year, the Emerging Leaders Initiative (ELI) is...

Tech Futurist, Jaron Lanier, to Headline TAG2023 Conference

Nashville, TN - The Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) is pleased to reveal its lineup of keynote speakers for the upcoming sold-out 2023 conference, scheduled from November 6 – 9, 2023, at the Grand Hyatt Nashville. With a theme centered on...

TAG Announces Three New Board Members for 2024

The Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) is thrilled to announce the addition of three exceptional members to its board of directors. Commencing their terms in January 2024, TAG's new board members bring a wealth of leadership, expertise, and fresh perspectives...

TAG2023 Conference Attains Record Sellout in 3 Weeks

Nashville, TN - The Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) is thrilled to announce that its 2023 conference, themed "Trust and Technology," has reached a milestone as of Friday, August 25. In just three short weeks, the conference has sold out, underscoring the...

Technology Association of Grantmakers Unveils Job Descriptions Library

Chicago, IL — Long requested by grantmakers, the first-ever library of job descriptions for technology-related roles is now available in the Knowledge Center by the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG). This comprehensive collection of job descriptions reflects...

A Note from the Executive Director of TAG

Dear Members and Friends of the Technology Association of Grantmakers, It is with mixed emotions that I share my planned departure as the Executive Director of TAG effective December 31, 2023. Nearly six years ago, I arrived as a new leader with a promise of...

A Note from the President and Vice President of TAG

Dear TAG Members and Partners, Today, we share bittersweet news about an important transition at the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG). As part of a carefully planned succession process, Chantal Forster, our esteemed Executive Director, has announced that...

“Equity Essentials” Program Awards First Certifications

Completing a 6-month equity training pilot program for equity awareness amongst technology teams in philanthropy, the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) is pleased to issue 43 certifications to qualified participants in “Equity Essentials for...

Six Philanthropy Tech Trends to Watch in 2023 »

The role of technology and data in defining the scale of philanthropic impact has never been more apparent than now. Throughout the TAG2022 conference, held in San Antonio, Texas last month, questions emerged about our responsibility as grantmakers in stewarding the...

2023 Emerging Leaders Announced at TAG2022

Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy Tech Announced in San Antonio The Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) is thrilled to announce its 2023 Emerging Leaders. Now in its sixth year, the Emerging Leaders Initiative (ELI) is designed to cultivate...

Philanthropy Tech Conference Returns to Sold-Out Registration

After a three-year hiatus, the annual conference for technology leaders, staff and solutions providers in philanthropy, hosted by the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG), returns this November in San Antonio, TX. On Friday, October 14th, the conference sold...

TAG Welcomes Five New Board Members for 2023

The Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) is pleased to announce five new members joining the board of directors. Commencing their terms in January 2023, TAG's new board members bring a breadth of leadership, acumen, and perspective to steward one of the...

TAG Joins the Nation’s Largest Philanthropy Center

CHICAGO, IL – Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) is now part of FBRK (pronounced fabric) Impact House, the city’s first innovation-focused philanthropy hub, founded by Israel Idonije, entrepreneur, humanitarian and former NFL player as the result of a shared...