Connection Cafe

MARCH 26, 2020

In light of that trend and all the recent travel upheaval due to COVID – 19, with increasing restrictions being placed on companies and their global workforce, we wanted to address creative alternatives to traditional volunteer events. . H osting a virtual or local day of service? SeenIt Build?the?most?powerful?and?trustworthy?on

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Candid

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Putting this best practice into action, in 2019—two years after Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico—the Amgen Foundation awarded $257,500 to the University of Puerto Rico for rebuilding efforts. . Support local nonprofits and knowledge in the U.S. Local knowledge is crucial, as is trusting the expertise of affected communities.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 13, 2020

Early in my career, I worked on the Race for the Cure in Houston when a hurricane swept through 10 days before our event. Our mission to end cancer is equally important as the hurricane relief efforts. Our mission to end cancer is equally important as the hurricane relief efforts. Looking for an alternative to a cycling event?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 19, 2022

Put simply, fiscal sponsorship is an alternative method to obtaining tax-exempt status. A great example of this type of time-sensitive fundraising comes in the aftermath of a natural disaster like a wildfire or hurricane. Local community members or charitable individuals will work together to raise funds for those affected.

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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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Bloomerang

MARCH 29, 2023

Offering virtual volunteer opportunities helps many nonprofit organizations connect with new audiences and grow their reach beyond their local communities. Virtual volunteerism offers a safer alternative to in-person activities during the pandemic, and it offers convenience to volunteers because they can work from home.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 13, 2012

As Hurricane Sandy was barreling up the Atlantic coast of the United States, a husband and wife in their early 90s, frail of body and mind though resolute (some would say stubborn) of spirit, finally gave in to the pleadings of their family. So, he biked uptown and rented a car. It’s not a nightmare,” I said, “It’s for real.”.

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