How to Use AI Tools Safely at Nonprofits with Matthew Eshleman pt 1

If you have wondered about the real difference between using a free tool like ChatGPT and an enterprise-level solution like Microsoft Copilot or Google Gemini, this episode will provide much-needed clarity. While the potential for efficiency is high, many nonprofit leaders are rightfully concerned about data security and how to ensure they are using these models safely.

In part one from their recent webinar, Community IT Outreach Director Carolyn Woodard is joined by Chief Technology Officer Matt Eshleman to demystify the current AI tool landscape, particularly for data security.

In part two, Matt and Carolyn go over ways to tell you are logged in to your official account or not, the importance of continuous and iterative staff education, and how (and why) to get started creating AI policies to share with staff.

This episode one covers:

• The distinction between freemium AI models and enterprise-protected tools.
• The AI continuum, ranging from assistive technology to workflow assistants to autonomous agents.
• A breakdown of pricing tiers and what nonprofits can expect in terms of data privacy and functionality.
• Practical advice on why terms and conditions matter when protecting your organizational data.

Whether you are already using AI daily or are just beginning to explore its possibilities, this discussion offers a professional and grounded look at how to navigate these tools securely.

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• Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/
• email Carolyn at [e-mail]
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