Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 2, 2017

I usually take a three-prong strategy for disaster relief. I have my go-to global organizations that do a great job at relief efforts on the ground, set up funds for long-term rebuilding, or do a terrific job of vetting local charities to support. As we watch reports of a disaster, we can give directly to people on the ground.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 11, 2022

Save the Children : When crises happen, like this one in Ukraine, children are undoubtedly the most vulnerable. Save the Children focuses on responding quickly with life-saving humanitarian aid to children who are fleeing their homes and, in the process, are exposed to injury, hunger, and freezing temperatures.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 25, 2015

" Saskatoon Public Library's support is just one of many examples of public libraries supporting disaster preparedness and relief. Educating the Public on Disaster Preparedness. The library is a natural place for community members to obtain information on disaster preparedness. Libraries as Evacuee Resource Centers.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 31, 2018

In the local context, Kenyan’s give an extremely high proportion of their earnings as donations (cc. The lack of trust between NGOs and local Kenyans and the expectancy that NGOs are funded from outside Kenya are the key reasons for limited local fundraising towards NGO in Kenya.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 15, 2023

They’re working with local healthcare facilities and coordinating emergency shipments of vital supplies from medicine to hygiene kits. They are currently working with Common Ground Collective and Chef Hui—two organizations that have gathered local chefs to prepare thousands of hot meals out of a community college’s kitchen.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 13, 2010

Unfortunately, this isn't Domino's Pizza and disaster response can't work as if it is. The American Red Cross is now looking into how best to give the public an increased role in disaster response. BUT, what if we did invite the public to provide situational awareness such as telling us about the elderly people on a hill?

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 4, 2024

Whether it’s raising funds for a disaster relief effort, collecting school supplies for underprivileged children, or gathering essentials for a local shelter, this versatility makes them adaptable to a myriad of causes. It’s a win-win for everyone involved.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

Government The government provides grants at federal, state, and local levels to ease the burden of overhead or administration costs for nonprofits like yours. For example, the federal government often provides funding to state and local governments for formula grants that benefit federal programs. The Ford Foundation granted $1.07

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. Their donors, staff, and board members have extensive knowledge of local needs and organizations, and they also have relationships with local leaders in business, government, and education.

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Everyaction

JUNE 20, 2018

In June of 2018, this mandate feels more pressing than ever, as thousands of families seeking asylum are torn apart and children are held in cages at the U.S. World Refugee Day is held every year on June 20th to honor and commemorate the strength, courage and perseverance of past and current refugees across the globe. World Relief.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 19, 2021

Are we doing enough on the front end to prevent personal and professional disasters from happening? Craig is a refugee and human rights ambassador with Amnesty International, where he works in the sphere of social justice through programs with refugee and indigenous children, using soccer to provide life opportunities.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 14, 2017

To mark the courage and strength of the brave men and women working on the front lines of conflict and raise awareness for those affected by disasters around the world, we’re highlighting 10 nonprofits that are making a difference by driving action and support for aid efforts. Cut poverty off at its roots. Take Action | Twitter | Facebook.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 2, 2022

At the same time they deal with problems ranging from food insecurity to natural disasters, they also need to ensure their members are engaged in local Boys & Girls Club offerings and achieve successful outcomes. – Lorraine Orr, Chief Operating Officer, Boys & Girls Clubs of America .

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 29, 2015

I also donated to Save the Children and if you are an Orbitz customer they are matching donations. Says Robert, “The challenge for local NGOs in disaster zones face is massively increased immediate needs to serve, they also must re-address and deal with programs that were started previous to the disaster.”

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Many of their partnerships respond to food insecurity concerns and disaster relief efforts. Their network reaches children, seniors, and families no matter where they live or spend time. They support a network of 200 food banks and 60,000 food pantries and meal programs nationwide. They seek “an America where no one is hungry.”

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

From locally owned neighborhood shops to the largest corporations, all companies can easily establish corporate giving programs and give back to the causes they care about. Community Grants Some companies offer community grants to help out local nonprofits in need. What Are the Benefits of Corporate Giving?

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

In the aftermath of a disaster, whether it be a devastating hurricane that has left your community flooded or a wildfire that has forced your community to leave their homes behind, you’ll need to mobilize quickly to provide support. Set up an online store and tap your local artisans for goods to sell for a virtual craft fair.

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VisionLink

JANUARY 16, 2010

Haitian Timoun Foundation directly supports children in Haiti, and is focusing attention on Jacmel, another community suffering greatly from the earthquake. UNICEF requests donations for relief for children in Haiti via their Haiti Earthquake Fund. Give to the American Jewish World Service''s Earthquake Relief Fund.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Large organizations like the ones identified by in this Huffington Post list of charities are also raising money and mobilizing relief efforts, including the Red Cross , Direct Relief , and Save the Children. I want to donate to a local organisation who’s already doing the work in the affected areas.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Those initial fundings rarely come from online donations, most are community-based initiatives, companies, and local government incentives. 14% donate in response to natural disasters. ? When those NGOs receive funding they usually know how to use the funds very efficiently and are able to grow. 47% of donors in Brazil volunteer.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 4, 2012

I did a post a few weeks ago on youth programs in TechSoup Global's new Local Impact Map and decided I hadn’t covered this resource nearly enough. Our Local Impact Map. How One NGO Serves 70,000 Children. In the past year, Childreach International has impacted the lives of over 70,000 children.

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Qgiv

MARCH 5, 2024

An NGO is a type of nonprofit organized at the local, national, or international level that works independently of any government involvement. This type of nonprofit often works in poverty alleviation, healthcare, education, and disaster relief. What is an NGO (Non-Governmental Organization)?

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 23, 2020

They put out roughly 134,000 meals every day to hungry children, adults and seniors. The concentration of COV ID-19 in Washington state has made an already complicated job even tougher – t hey’ve suddenly been thrust into a disaster -type response the likes of which none of the staff could have prepared for. .

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 28, 2020

Borrow from political organizers to build a grassroots movement at scale by empowering supporters locally with the right messages and tools to spread your mission. Host a virtual phone bank for supporters to contact local businesses and grocery stores requesting excess food donations. HEALTH & DISASTER RESPONSE.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 8, 2012

rewards users for volunteering at local food banks, animal shelters and other organizations. Volunteering earns you points, which can be redeemed for discounts at local businesses. SF Heroes is a disaster preparedness iPhone app for the San Francisco area created for the San Francisco Department of Emergency Management.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 21, 2013

We expect the federal, state, and local governments to play a role in educating our children, helping communities rebuild after natural disasters, and improving our collective quality of life. services; 86% reported failure to cover costs at the state/local level. So to cover. Particularly. In our next post, we’ll be.

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Tech Soup

JULY 6, 2015

Other major nonprofits like Save the Children, American Red Cross, and Greenpeace now also accept this new currency. Kaya Children International uses BitPay for its payment processor. An integrated payment system can simplify the donation process and immediately convert bitcoins to your local currency if you want.

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Tech Soup

JULY 8, 2011

should enable power in members and facilitate a global impact of highly local activity.” Guardian’s ACTIVATE is an annual conference that aims to bring together leaders in media, government and technology to a ctivatedly. discuss approaches to addressing nagging challenges of the current. “Leadership must be strategic.

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Have Fun - Do Good

DECEMBER 19, 2006

I was so inspired by how you can warm up someone's life with knitting, in more way than one, that I've signed up to be notified the next time my local knitting store offers a beginner's knitting workshop. This one definitely tops my list, and I don't even knit. Book Cover from Harry N. Abrams site. knitting peace book

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2011

We have community groups, schools, local leaders and people at every age, interest, and skill level. Regional and local leaders were supported and given the opportunity to shine. Actions and messages were contextualized based on the issues and discussions taking place at both the global and local level. Have people heard of 350.org

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 29, 2017

For me, this means that I don’t own a TV or watch the local news. What I mean is that every so often there’s a natural disaster like Harvey and the fundraising teams for organizations like the Red Cross kick in high gear. I also don’t engage with my devices first thing in the morning or the last thing at night before I go to bed.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 12, 2015

The American Childhood Cancer Organization (ACCO) is currently selling a t-shirt with the names of 3,400 children and teens who have fought or are still fighting childhood cancer. With $300 million in annual revenues, CustomInk is eager to extend its reach into the charity apparel space.

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Whole Whale

JANUARY 5, 2022

Let’s take a second to play a quick association game: Think about a natural disaster, such as a hurricane or an earthquake. Another quiet little secret is making sure you engage local Girl and Boy Scouts groups who are always looking for ways to engage in socially minded ways. Partner with a Local Florist. Claiming the Day.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

Because without art our children’s minds will not grow to comprehend life beyond the obvious. Because they are always the first to arrive on the scene after a natural disaster. Because 9 American children and 75 American adults die everyday from gun violence. Local Harvest. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 22, 2021

A school supply drive can help your local schools provide quality education to all children, especially those from underserved communities for whom school supplies are a major expense. In the winter, ask your community to donate old coats and sweaters to keep children and adults warm as the weather gets chillier. Clothing drive.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 17, 2009

In fact, I learned it was pretty hard to watch shows on natural disasters (staple for a 9-year old boy) without seeing the Red Cross logo at some point in time during the show.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 20, 2011

Because without art our children’s minds will not grow to comprehend life beyond the obvious. Because they are always the first to arrive on the scene after a natural disaster. Because 9 American children and 75 American adults die everyday from gun violence. Local Harvest. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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