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Google for Nonprofits, you'"'"'re leaving tens of thousands of dollars worth of products and services on the table - completely free. In this guide, we'"'"'ll cover everything you need to know: what the program includes, how to apply, and how to get the most out of every tool.

What is Google for Nonprofits?

This is a global Google program providing verified nonprofits with free or subsidized access to Google Workspace, Google Ad Grants, the YouTube Nonprofit Program, and more. In Israel, the program is open to registered nonprofits with a valid Section 46 approval.

The 3 main products you'"'"'ll receive

1. Google Workspace for Nonprofits (free)

The full version of Workspace - Gmail with your domain, Drive (30GB per user), Docs, Sheets, Calendar, and Meet for up to 100 participants. This completely replaces Office 365 and works great on mobile.

2. Google Ad Grants ($10,000 per month)

$10,000 monthly for advertising on Google Search. Yes, you read that right - monthly. The tool is excellent for fundraising, recruiting volunteers, and raising awareness among specific audiences. It requires professional management to comply with Google'"'"'s policies.

3. YouTube Nonprofit Program

Open a channel with advanced features - donation buttons directly in videos, high-quality automatic captions, and external links in videos (normally available only after 1,000 subscribers).

How to apply - 4 steps

Step 1: Verify eligibility through TechSoup

In Israel, verification is done through TechSoup Israel. You'"'"'ll need a valid Section 46 approval, nonprofit registration documents, and authorized contact details. The verification process typically takes 2-4 weeks.

Step 2: Register for Google for Nonprofits

Once you have a TechSoup Validation Token, head to Google for Nonprofits and submit the official application. Google usually approves within 2-14 business days.

Step 3: Activate Workspace

You'"'"'ll need to verify domain ownership (via DNS record), create users, and set up MX records to route email. This is the most technical step - professional help is recommended if you don'"'"'t have a DNS background.

Step 4: Activate Ad Grants

You need a working website with quality content, Google Analytics installed, and campaigns built according to Google Ad Grants rules - relevant keywords, CTR above 5%, and proper campaign structures.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Neglecting Ad Grants - Nonprofits open an account and forget about it. Google closes inactive accounts within 60 days.
• Improper use of users - Creating a shared account for several people instead of individual users. This both compromises security and disqualifies you in Google'"'"'s reviews.
• Not enabling two-factor authentication - Mandatory for all users, especially admins. A nonprofit without 2FA is vulnerable to phishing and breaches.
• Ignoring monthly reports - Ad Grants requires active monitoring and ongoing optimization. Without it - your campaign gets disqualified.

The bottom line

Google for Nonprofits is one of the most valuable opportunities available to nonprofits today. The market value of the complete package is over $130,000 per year. Yes, there'"'"'s an initial effort in registration and setup - but the return on investment is significant even in the first year.

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