Technology Innovation Award

Geographic Scope: Charlotte area and North Carolina nonprofits

Award Details:

• Amount: $10,000 in funding
• Sponsorship: Accenture
• Duration: Ongoing annual award (at least 7 consecutive years as of 2014)

What Winners Receive:

• $10,000 in funding to execute an innovative technology project
• Strategic counsel on engaging supporters to care more, do more, and give more
• High-level technology and business consulting
• Access to technology specialists who provide guidance on projects

Focus Areas: Technology innovation that helps nonprofits achieve their missions more effectively and engage constituents

Eligibility: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations serving the Charlotte area and North Carolina

Background: This award recognizes the impact technology has on helping nonprofits effectively achieve their missions. Previous winners include:

• 2016: Lupus Foundation of America (livestreaming educational events, health information via social media and text alerts, virtual board room)
• 2014: Carolina Tiger Rescue in Pittsboro, NC (digital tour check-in system)

Contact Information:

• Phone: (704) 716-7767
• Email: contact@apparo.org
• Mail: 401 Hawthorne Lane, Suite 145, Charlotte, NC 28204
• Office: 5535 Albemarle Road, Charlotte, NC 28212

Application Process

Specific application procedures are not detailed in the provided content. However, based on award structure:

1. Application Submission: Nonprofits apply during the open application period
2. Selection Criteria: Projects should demonstrate technology innovation that helps the nonprofit achieve its mission
3. Evaluation: Applications are reviewed by a grant committee
4. Award Announcement: Winners are selected and announced

For Complete Application Details:
Contact Apparo directly or visit their grant programs page at apparo.org/grant-programs/