ABA Division for Bar Services--The State and Local Bar Association Computer Information Survey--1997 Report [print]
The ABA’s Division for Bar Services conducted the 1997 State and Local Bar Computer Information Survey to explore the current state of technology at state and local bar associations. The printed report may be ordered online. It contains information from over 100 state and local bars on their computer hardware and software, including data on types of systems, Internet access providers, staffing, and other issues related to technology.

American Society of Association Executives (ASAE)--Association Technology Trends (1997) [print]
This 1997 study chronicles the current state of technology use of nearly 1200 associations and is designed as a management tool for benchmarking purposes. It examines the development, use, and financing of Internet activities within associations, as well as the use of computer systems, software, hardware, and member communication technologies such as broadcast faxing and voice mail.

American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) Industry Research--The State of Association E-Business [print]
The State of Association E-Business, published by ASAE Industry Research in 2001, contains data from nearly 800 associations, representing a wide variety of membership sizes, tax classifications, and budgets. In addition to facts and statistics, the publication includes insights from experienced association professionals. The book demonstrates how to use the Internet to provide information and services, decrease costs, and increase revenues; compare your association's e-business practices to those of similar organizations; and explore how associations are using the Internet to enhance relationships with their members, customers, and vendors.

Center for Excellence in Nonprofits--"Wired for Good Technology Survey"
A joint venture of the Center for Excellence in Nonprofits and Smart Valley, this February 1999 survey assessed how and to what extent nonprofits in Santa Clara and San Mateo used computer technology in their operations. Questions included topics such as networking, software, technical support, technical priorities and attitudes toward and barriers to the use of technology.

Gifts in Kind International--"2000 Technology Tracking Study of the Nonprofit Sector" [print]
Gifts In Kind International describes itself as the recognized leader in the field of product philanthropy. The 2000 technology tracking study marked the fourth year Gifts In Kind surveyed nonprofits to determine what technologies they used and how they were using it. The study report includes an assessment of survey respondents using a 14-point profile of the "technology-healthy" nonprofit developed by Gifts In Kind in cooperation with leaders of the high-tech industry. The study also provides data on technology budgeting, technical support, connectivity, software usage, needs assessment and more. The 25-page study can be purchased from Gifts In Kind International calling (703) 836-2121 or sending a request for an order form to: productdonations@giftsinkind.org.

Michigan Nonprofit Technology Survey
United Way Community Services and the University of Michigan School of Social Work conducted this survey in November 1999 "to determine the technological state of readiness and perceived needs for the future of the nonprofit sector in Michigan."

National Council of Nonprofit Associations--A Greater Voice: Nonprofit Organizations, Communications Technology, and Advocacy [print]
The National Council of Nonprofit Associations (NCNA) conducted this report of communications technology in the nonprofit sector. 1,400 community-based organizations from 19 states were surveyed on their opinion of promising communications technologies and their barriers to using them. Not currently available online; contact the National Council of Nonprofit Associations, 1900 L Street, NW, Suite 605, Washington, DC, 20036-5024, Tel: (202) 467-6262.

National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)--"Falling Through the Net, Toward Digital Inclusion" Series
This one doesn’t exactly fall under nonprofits, but this latest in a series of four reports that measures the gap between Americans with access to information technologies is essential browsing for anyone interested in technology statistics. The report, "Falling Through the Net: Toward Digital Inclusion," produced by the Commerce Department’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and its Economics and Statistics Administration (ESA), measures the extent of digital inclusion by looking at households and individuals that have a computer and an Internet connection. Past reports include: "Falling Through the Net: A Survey of the ‘Have Nots’ in Rural and Urban America" (July 1995); "Falling Through the Net: New Data on the Digital Divide" (July 1998); and "Falling Through the Net: Defining the Digital Divide" (July 1999). Reports are available in their entirety at the Commerce Dept. web site, along with some useful Fact Sheets on the Digital Divide.

Surdana Foundation--"More than Bit Players: How Information Technology Will Change the Ways Nonprofits and Foundations Work and Thrive in the Information Age"
The Surdana Foundation commissioned this May 2001 study from communications policy expert Andrew Blau to better understand how the networked economy will affect nonprofits.

Tate Bramald, Ltd.--"The Use of IT in Non-Profit Making Organisations"
Tate Bramald, Ltd. is a company based in Surrey, England, which specializes in information technology for the nonprofit sector. The aim of their 2001 survey, conducted in England, was "to collect information on the use of IT in voluntary organisations; the perceptions of the value of IT to the Not for Profit sector and to identify the opportunities for development of IT within the sector." Fill out the online form at the web site for a free copy of the survey report.

The Chronicle of Philanthropy--Facts and Figures
A handy list of links to articles about nonprofit technology surveys--for subscribers only.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation--"e-Philanthropy v. 2.001"
Supported by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and The Alliance for Community Technology, this 2001 survey of over 400 nonprofit organizations was designed "to provide some indication about their level of Web readiness and to give feedback about their experience with online service providers, especially in the area of fundraising." The site allows you to access the report and provides a database of information related to e-Philanthropy. The database provides an excellent synopsis of nonprofit web sites, and the Resources section offers a rich compendium of resources on nonprofit technology.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation--"e-Philanthropy, Volunteerism, and Social Changemaking: A New Landscape of Resources, Issues and Opportunities" [pdf file]
The predecessor of the "e-Philanthropy v. 2.001" survey cited above, this work was begun by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation in 2000 to document the phenomenon of interactive online services for philanthropy and volunteerism. Project resources are posted to the TeamTech San Francisco site for shared use, and include materials on Project Administration, Technical Support, Technology Planning, Technology Training and Volunteer Management and Recruitment. Of special interest is the TechPortal, a search engine that allows users to search by category, region and/or keyword. Categories include funding and grants, training, volunteers, Web, support and consulting, and discounted hardware and software.