TechBridge Announces Technology Innovation Award Call for Entries due February 10th, 2006
...Recognizing Nonprofits Innovative Use of Techology

Atlanta– January 20, 2006.  TechBridge, a nonprofit supporting nonprofits with technology solutions, announced its call for applications to all Georgia nonprofits for the 5th Annual TechBridge Technology Innovation Award, given by Accenture.  The award recognizes nonprofits for their effective and innovative use of technology in one or more of the following four areas:  advancing their missions; increasing efficiency of day-to-day operations; improving effectiveness in serving clients and key stakeholders; and increasing fundraising, advocacy or volunteer efforts.

"Technology can be a great enabler of both economic growth and social development," said Craig Ramsey, Managing Director of Accenture’s Atlanta office. "Accenture partners with its clients to bring technology innovation into the corporate and government sectors every day, so it makes perfect sense for us to encourage and recognize innovation in the nonprofit community through supporting this award."

The winner will receive $25,000 in Microsoft software, $15,000 in TechBridge technology consulting services and $5,000 in cash. In addition, two finalists will each receive $10,000 in Microsoft software, $5,000 in TechBridge consulting services and $1,000 in cash.  The three finalists will be announced on April 14th and the winner will be announced May 6th at the 2006 Digital Ball, TechBridge’s annual fundraising gala.

The judging panel comprises CIOs/CTOs, CEOs and other senior-level executives from the corporate and nonprofit community.  Previous winners include Hemophilia of Georgia (2005), Project Open Hand (2004), Atlanta Community ToolBank (2003) and Atlanta Community Food Bank (2002).  The award application and further details can be found at www.techbridge.org.   All applications are due February 10, 2006.

About TechBridge
TechBridge is a nonprofit supporting nonprofits with technology solutions. TechBridge is part of the national NPower affiliate network and provides professional, affordable technology consulting services, innovative technology solutions and access to the financial, technical and human resources that nonprofits need to be successful. TechBridge provides a high-impact opportunity to leverage philanthropic dollars across many nonprofit organizations. Since its inception, TechBridge has facilitated the donation of more than $2 million in free Microsoft software. In 2005 alone, it completed over 120 technology projects for more than 85 nonprofit clients to enhance their operational efficiencies and improve the delivery of essential services. For more information visit www.techbridge.org.