Google have a section dedicated to non-profit organisations where they explain all the various tools they have available, and how your organisation can use those tools. Google for Non-Profits lists all the tools, and links to tutorials for all of them.

Note that not all tools are available worldwide yet.

I use many of these tools daily — Gmail, Calendar and Analytics, for example. They can provide a lot of value for community organisations.

Here's what Google for Non-Profits has to say:

You are changing the world. We want to help.

Learn how to use free Google tools to promote your work, raise money, and operate more efficiently.

Gmail

Save time and resources with free Google-hosted email, customized for your domain

Checkout

Collect donations online and process them for free, with no monthly, setup, or gateway fees

Docs

Create and edit documents online and collaborate in real time with staff and volunteers

Calendar

Organize schedules and publicize events with shared calendars

Analytics

Understand how people find and interact with information on your website

Google Grants

Reach and engage your supporters through free online advertising

YouTube

Broadcast your cause to the world's largest online video community

Blogger

Publish instantly and keep your supporters informed and engaged

Maps & Earth

Give life to your cause by illustrating its global context

Gadgets

Drive traffic to your website and interact with your supporters more often

Groups

Communicate easily to staff or volunteers and encourage discussions among supporters

[Thanks to Ted Zorn for suggesting this post. ]

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