Frequently asked questions

The Technology Map is a resource consisting of roughly 200 types of available technologies that are accessible through branching needs-based categories. By beginning with the broad and potential needs of your organization, this interactive website is personalized for you in order to align our values around your needs. To see the full picture of the Map, we have created a mind map. To access this mind map, click on “Technology Map” on the left navigation page. 

We know that personal technology consultations are time-consuming and can be expensive for a nonprofit. Access to these technologies can help to bridge the gap to have technology work for you. Through a needs-based approach, you’ll be able to hone in on all of the potential tools and applications at your disposal so that you may make an informed decision when selecting the essential tools to support your mission.

The UoT is designed as a quick self-help guide for small to mid-size organizations to explore their options before seeking time-consuming and—often expensive—professional consultation. The Map portion is designed so that it’s easy to navigate through sustainable technology solutions.

The Universe of Technology (UoT) is a web application based on the original organizational needs map created by Everett Program alumni Thomas Gelder and Katie Roper. The goal of the original pen & paper map was to aid organizations in exploring potential solutions to issues they face. By converting the UoT from a pen & paper design into an interactive web application over 6 years, we have expanded the Map by 300% to include over 200 types of technology softwares to expand access to the public and make the entire process more streamlined. 

Lacking access to certain technologies or full-time tech personnel can limit the innovative potential of reaching their desired goal(s). The UoT is designed to empower organizations by providing a comprehensive guide with many different subcategories to explore potential solutions unique to your needs.

A human-centered design simply means that the user comes first. The UoT was intentionally designed for and with the actual users using relevant data, prototypes, and iterative designs. In short, we want every aspect of our website to be modified in response to what works best for you as the user.

The Everett Program is a nonprofit organization based in Santa Cruz, California, located on-campus at UC Santa Cruz to provide opportunities for Everett students to receive experience working hands-on with nonprofits. Everett connects students in the program with nonprofits that are in need of assistance ranging from community service, storytelling, outreach, and more. 

In addition to connecting students with local nonprofits, Everett Program also teaches a series of classes offered through the Sociology Department at University of California, Santa Cruz. Everett Program Director, Katie Roper, offers consultations and future partnerships to interested parties. To find out more about the Everett Program, please visit their new website.