Who We Are
Mission
At Technology 4 Causes (T4C), we are committed to empowering and amplifying local charitable programs for the betterment of the community. Through our expertise in technology, networking, and collaboration, we strive to enhance the productivity and impact of the organizations we support. Our primary goal is to increase charitable activity and education within communities by providing technology and associated services to tax-exempt organizations. By harnessing the multiplying powers of technology, we enable these organizations to expand their reach and impact, and make a positive difference in the lives of those they serve.
Vision
The vision of Technology 4 Causes is to operate numerous Mentoring Programs, Technology Assistance Programs, Sports 4 Causes Programs, and Helping Hubs. The combination of these initiatives create a powerful multiplying effect for all T4C activities powered by a common technology platform and philanthropic infrastructure.
- Mentoring Programs - Provide transformative educational and developmental opportunities to young students in various specialty areas such as writing, STEM, computer science, entrepreneurship, and others. T4C takes on projects that benefit a multitude of nonprofits and causes, by coordinating and operating these programs in partnership with our generous sponsors.
- Technology Assistance Programs - Provide specialized information systems to nonprofits to help them operate their organizations more efficiently and effectively. T4C provides customized software systems and associated support services to provide a profound impact on a nonprofit's ability to tell its story, manage its events, coordinate and recruit its volunteers, streamline its communications, and much more. These solutions are provided in partnership with our generous sponsors to help nonprofits gain access to capabilities that often are outside their means or technical reach.
- Sports 4 Causes Programs - Use the unifying power of sports to bring together persons around their shared interest, to experience the fellowship of their sport and to raise awareness of specific educational initiatives. T4C will operate several sports-specific events in various formats, such as leagues and tournaments, to help promote our educational initiatives, further extend our network, and provide fundraising for worthwhile causes.
- Helping Hubs - Provide a digital presence and online-accessible community that helps tell the stories of an organization or initiative regarding their needs and causes. These T4C websites assist nonprofits and other tax-exempt organizations in garnering participants, volunteers, donors, sponsors, and suppliers to assist them with their mission, events, and operations. These sites also help establish an extensive network that allows for cross-communication and the building of volunteer and mentoring resources that benefit all T4C programs.
- Harford Helps - The mission of Harford Helps is to connect charitable hearts in Harford County to the needs of their community and the local organizations endeavoring to meet them. Harford Helps is a free, online public directory that provides users with information on hundreds of local nonprofit organizations and community services. The directory can be easily searched using filters and keywords to find places to donate, volunteer, or get help in Harford County. Harford Helps will work in conjunction with the Helping Hubs to strengthen and support the many nonprofits serving our community.
Highlighted Programs
Transformation Guild
The Transformation Guild is a mentoring program of Technology 4 Causes, which was launched by the Kutcher Foundation in collaboration with DICORP, Inc. to create a powerful philanthropic impact through the multiplying forces of technology. The Guild is dedicated to harnessing the power of writing and technology to create a positive impact in society. Our primary focus is to engage and inspire young writers to craft compelling stories that encourage involvement in non-profit organizations and charitable initiatives. By providing guidance and instruction through mentorship, we ensure that these young writers receive the necessary support to thrive. Through their participation in this program, they gain invaluable experience while contributing to a greater cause.
Technology Assistance Program
Our Technology Assistance Program (TAP) allows other nonprofits to "tap" into our Technology and Team of talented software and communication professionals. We help provide customized software systems that are donated by T4C to help in areas that streamline staff and volunteer operations in all facets of nonprofit program and event management, stakeholder communications, fundraising, and more. Much like the light shining through this prism, these systems provide an expanded impact due to the multiplying effects of technology. Share your cause with us today to talk about how we could help!
Baseball 4 Causes
Baseball 4 Causes, or B4C, is the philanthropic branch of Technology 4 Causes, a non-profit organization focused on using technology and support services to make a positive impact. B4C aims to create a positive influence within the baseball community and the local community at large through various initiatives. Firstly, they organize events and experiences that foster camaraderie and fellowship among baseball players, providing a platform for connection and relationship-building. Secondly, they offer support to baseball-related nonprofits and charitable projects by providing skilled staff and advanced technology to streamline their operations and maximize their impact. Finally, B4C operates its own charitable programs to address unmet community needs directly. Through these programs, individuals can participate in unique baseball events while contributing to a greater cause. B4C strives to leverage the power of baseball and technology to bring people together, create lasting change, and strengthen the baseball community while positively impacting the wider world.
Harford Helps
Harford Helps is a community resource directory and website adopted by Technology 4 Causes in late 2023. Serving as a platform to connect Harford residents to the many nonprofits in our county, Harford Helps is the go-to resource for finding places to donate, volunteer, or get help in our community. The pilot website was launched in fall 2022 by a local nonprofit director who recognized the need for a central online resource that Harford residents could go to find out where they could donate their unwanted items. The project quickly expanded to include filtering capabilities that could identify places for them to volunteer or get help. However, maintaining the website became challenging, and it was evident that Harford Helps needed a new home. With the infrastructure to support the initiative and the alignment with our mission, T4C became the new leaders of Harford Helps and the innovators of the next-generation website that features improved search and filter functionality. We are excited about the future of this project, which includes initiatives such as Volunteer Harford Helping Hubs and the Path to Success life management tool.
News
T4C Recognized by the United Way
The Changemaker Challenge is a prestigious event organized by the United Way to recognize and support innovative and impactful community initiatives. Executive Director John Kutcher presented at the event, where we were awarded a $15,000 United Way Grant to bring the Volunteer Harford idea to life.
Meet Our Executive Board
John Kutcher
Executive Director
John Kutcher is passionate about helping organizations make a greater impact through donations of technology and other resources to help make a difference in many worthwhile causes. He is the President & CEO of DICORP, a software technology company and Executive Director of The Kutcher Foundation, a local charity program. Using this expertise, John founded Technology 4 Causes and currently uses his years of expertise to lead the program as it’s President.
Charlie Deale
Executive Board Member
Deale is the President of Charles E. Deale & Associates Inc. T/A Deale & Associates Insurance Agency, since 1986, in Annapolis MD. He has four children, five grandchildren, and has been and avid baseball player and fan since the age of five. He enjoys football, golf, and coaching kids at the middle school level in lacrosse and field hockey, and most currently, coaching T4C's adult men's baseball teams. He is currently on the board for Delmarva Baseball Weekend, and serves as Chairman of the Trustees at Trinity Church in Annapolis, MD.
Paul Smeton
Executive Board Member
Paul is a recently retired investment and financial planner with 30 years of experience. He is married with has two children and enjoys playing baseball, golf, and tennis. Deeply passionate about giving back to his community, Paul actively supports and assists those who are less fortunate. He generously contributes his time, expertise, and financial resources to make a positive impact. In addition to serving as a member of the Technology 4 Causes Executive Board, Paul will be our program chairperson for the 60+ tournament series for Baseball 4 Causes.
Meet Our Staff
Matthew Dillard
Web and UX Designer
Matthew Dillard has served as the web, graphic, and user experience designer for DICORP, Inc. since graduating from Johns Hopkins University in the spring of 2022 with a degree in Computer Science. He was one of the first members to join the Technology 4 Causes initiative upon its founding in 2023, keen to develop digital tools that promote charitable initiatives. On top of his Technology 4 Causes responsibilities, Matthew is enrolled as a graduate student at the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) studying UX design.
Steve Murfin
Director of Events
Steve Murfin is a dedicated member of the Technology 4 Causes Executive Board, contributing his expertise and passion for philanthropy. Steve currently holds the position of Executive Director at eReceivables, Inc., where he demonstrates his leadership and managerial skills. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Steve has an extensive background in volunteering, having served on the executive boards of multiple charitable organizations prior to joining Technology 4 Causes. He also shares his love for philanthropy through baseball as the current Head Coach at Blake High School since 2003.
Murfin has also been inducted into five HOF's:
- Blake High School where he coached 23 years and dedicated time and resources to the Blake community since 1999.
- Roy Hobbs Foundation HOF - honored for contributions to adult baseball and winning two championships.
- Delmarva Baseball Weekend HOF - honored for contributions to the annual event and winning four Championships.
- Baltimore Fantasy Camp HOF - honored for contributions to the success of the camp and winning five championships.
- Towson Athletic HOF - for work as a promoter, broadcaster and writer of Towson athletics.
Harrison Swartz
Director of PR and Communications
Harrison Swartz has more than five years of experience in communications and events planning. He helps to direct all communications for T4C sponsored events/initiatives and assists with putting together these events. Swartz has previous experience working with non-profits such as The Kutcher Foundation, The William J. Sacco Critical Thinking Foundation, The York Twinning Assocation, and his family's organization, Ralphstock, Inc. which raises funds for melanoma research and cancer patients in York, Pennsylvania. Outside of T4C, you can find Swartz broadcasting baseball games and doing public address announcing for other sports at colleges/universities in the Mid-Atlantic Region.
Meet the DICORP Team
Tim Favazza
Business Development Director
A sales and business development professional with 40+ years of experience, Tim led publicly traded Sync Research to its most successful years as its VP or Sales & Service and for the past 20+ years has helped DICORP grow and expand its markets and revenue in the private sector. Additionally, Tim founded of a non-profit organization with a mission of providing young female athletes with the opportunity to play competitive sports in order to develop self-discipline, self-esteem and self-confidence, with an end goal of creating better athletes, students and citizens. His organization has been lauded by organizations such as MADD, SADD, American Red Cross, American Cancer Society, Wreaths Across America and Harford County Most Beautiful People for its efforts to engage its members in other charitable causes.
Julie Violante
Operations Director
Contact Us
Please contact us at info@technology4causes.org