Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 3, 2008

The preference for rice has led to deficiencies like the girl with vision problems caused by a lack of Vitamin A. I didn't follow all of the advice, but it seemed to net to one thing: that the girl should be encouraged to meet the same expectations of other children her age. People eat a combination of imported and local food.

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Fast Company Tech

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

in more than a century decimated the historic town of Lahaina , killing more than 100 people, destroying thousands of properties and causing an estimated $5.5 Josh Green announced that seven defendants accused of causing the tragedy had agreed to pay $4 billion to resolve claims by thousands of people. billion in damage.

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Classy

MARCH 29, 2021

From B Corps to companies with robust corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs, for-profit organizations are increasingly motivated to align with relevant causes and social good programs. Since the 1980s, Ben & Jerry’s has supported a number of important causes, many of which are directly tied to the business of making ice cream.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 23, 2009

I did this for my recent birthday campaign , using the Facebook Causes matching challenge that if our cause raised $5,200, I'd donate ten times my age or $520. I don't mean some wear-a-red-outfit-with-a-green-hat, only-go-outside-to-buy-milk bullshit either. This is a excellent way to combine some fun with a great cause.

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Fun Public History Fundraising 87

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

The game was very engaging for adults and children alike. . In 2008, we started to see click action philanthropy on Facebook with Lil Green Patch raising over $100,000 for the Nature Conservancy. There are already a number of active causes on TwitCause. For each click, 10 grains of rice is donated.

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Turkey Twitter Difference Fundraising 95

Twenti - Digital Marketing For Nonprofits

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Try a green energy supplier. It’s easy to switch to 100% green energy. You can use a provider that uses 100% green and renewable energy like these listed on MoneySupermarket or, even better, install solar panels on your home. For more tips take a look at the Going Zero Waste blog. However, this is now far from necessary.

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Impact Change Green Social Media 98

NTEN

OCTOBER 29, 2008

As social media grows in popularity, one fact cannot be ignored: if used well, it can generate impressive amounts of traffic and increase engagement around your cause or organization. Anne is the online media coordinator for Green Hour® , an NWF program geared toward getting children outside in nature.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 9, 2013

Have a clear, linear chain of cause effect. In the afternoon breakout session, James Radner, Assistant Professor, University of Toronto presented “ Frontiers of Innovation: A Case Study in Using Developmental Evaluation to Improve Outcomes for Vulnerable Children. Measure success against predetermined outcomes.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

But how do you design a campaign and make your cause stand out if you’re not a professional web designer? A well-designed campaign page is like a warm welcome to your cause, while a cluttered one may deter even the most generous souls. ” Each persona represents a different motivation and connection to your cause.

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NTEN

JANUARY 15, 2010

And a green solution! Beaconfire is (again) creating a nptech space at SXSW in Austin this March, and they want to make sure your cause is there in spirit , even if you can't be in person. They collectively raised over $4000 online in one day for her cause. Finally, answers! Thank you, Gavin.

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Tech Soup

MAY 15, 2012

in schools, libraries, local governments, and nonprofits, it was tough to choose just one to profile this week, but I chose YouthBuild Boston because of my fondness for green tech. This is an after school program that is all about green jobs training and making old things new again. More than 15 million children.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

If you know you have a supporter base that are planning to give up drinks, treats, or Starbucks, challenge them to donate what they would spend on those weekly cocktails or daily croissants to your cause. Patrick’s Day Green (March 17). Local libraries may also be open hosting egg-hunters for a good cause. Click To Tweet.

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Ideas Fundraising Nonprofit Fun 98

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2008

The children sat at their desks, quietly writing the khmer letters on their little chalk boards. Is that cool - the literacy school is green! The students are the children of the poorest families of Roteang Village and who participate in the Sharing Foundation's farm project. Paper would be too expensive).

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 15, 2010

They want to feel connected to the cause. They want holiday gifts that will support your cause. Holiday e-cards for your family and friends” – a green alternative that can promote your nonprofit AND carry a donation to your cause. Dogs and children are wonderful.). Put evocative photos on your donation page.

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Nonprofits Source

MARCH 21, 2018

Guest Post Written By: Victoria Greene. What’s more we’ve had our eye on a few nonprofits who are not only doing a great job at promoting themselves, but also their cause. Everyone has heard of the Make-A-Wish Foundation —the romantic nature of granting sick children their wishes can touch even the coldest of hearts.

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Social Media Resource Media Marketing 109

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Get more golfers and sponsors to the green with these insider tips to create buzz and promote the tournament. Expand that list by adding prospects that are interested in your cause, passionate about golf, or located in your area. Why should my nonprofit host a charity golf tournament?

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Charity Create Sponsor Social Media 104

Media Cause

MAY 28, 2021

Click here to view the presentation and learn more about how color theory informs our creative work at Media Cause. Media Cause Art Director Rob Shaw and Senior Designer Ansley Luce recently gave an agency-wide (virtual) talk on Color Theory: Emotion + Bias. Green communicates peace, growth and health. Green means “go”.

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Culture Green Associations Communication 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 25, 2007

Even better, the green laptops would match the video blogging kits that Ryanne Hodson and Jay Dedman brought over the month before I brought the same kits to the Cambodian Bloggers Summit. Good fundraisers also know that fundraising campaigns are more effective when you can put a face to the cause, according to recent research.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 11, 2006

Flickr photo from: Just Me Robin Photos "Fried Green Tomatoes anyone?" " My first thought when I opened this email from Katya Andresen , VP Marketing, Network for Good , pointing me to some new research, " The Young and the Generous " (you have to register to download) was about fried green tomatoes.

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The Verge

JUNE 3, 2020

Conspiracy theorists say 5G causes novel coronavirus, so now they’re harassing and attacking UK telecoms engineers Naveed Qureshi always knew his job was important, but as a telecoms engineer working in East London, it didn’t always feel that way. Normally, Qureshi enjoys the public’s curiosity about his job, particularly children.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Your Board members should not be family members, but people who are interested in your cause and have an applicable skill, such as accounting, marketing, social work, or social media, that they are willing to bring to the table. When you start a nonprofit, you need to raise awareness and support for your cause right away.

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Qgiv

JULY 10, 2023

Because it recognizes the root causes of social ills, by definition it describes a long-game issue that extends beyond solving challenges for an individual. Emphasize the collective benefit of addressing the root causes of inequity. This encourages sustained donor loyalty over time.

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Storytelling Donor Cancer Guidelines 73

Have Fun - Do Good

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

Remember September 11th: Be of Service Tuesday's Children: WE Volunteer Charity of the Month And 1 new post up on the Global Center for Cultural Entrepreneurship blog (GCCE) : How Independent Bookstores Are Using Twitter The 15th episode of Echoing Green's Be Bold Podcast: Create a Career with Impact is up (I'm the show's host).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 12, 2009

Objective : 1) Measure the effectiveness among 18-45 year olds of event sponsorship and advertising in real-time and 2) Measure this audience’s interest in green issues raised by the global concerts and sponsors. Organization(s) : Save the Children and Verizon Wireless. Cool Factor : Mobile as a research tool.

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Mobile Cancer Hurricane Campaign 90

TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Okay, now that I’m done with the cringe part of this newsletter (to quote my children), let’s go straight to the news. Seems like a worthwhile cause, but part of us wonders whether the effort is intended to distract from Brex’s poorly received pivot away from supporting small businesses. Weekly News.

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Newsletter Mexico News New Zealand 92

Media Cause

JANUARY 26, 2024

The monthly social trends report from Media Cause spotlights the biggest trends on social media each month, and spotlights how nonprofits and social good organizations can use social media effectively to reach and engage with their audience. It’s entertaining and “unhinged” —you don’t know what that silly green bird is going to do next.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 24, 2009

However, she said it might work really well for home schooled children and citizen journalism, but in the workplace, Jane said, for her it provides too much interruption. The context at Blogpotomac was the question, "Did turning your Twitter avatar green in support of the Iraniian protests" really mean anything. Cheeky Geeky.

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Community Blogher Conference Social Media 92

Tech Soup

APRIL 8, 2016

The list ranges all the way from the mighty TreeHugger to green office blogs like Eco-Office Gals. Green Tech News and EnviroGadget. Geeky guy that I am, I like CNET Green Tech News for coverage of industrial developments such as renewable energy, electric cars, and green IT. Raise a Green Dog. Talk about niche!

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Tech Soup

APRIL 8, 2016

The list ranges all the way from the mighty TreeHugger to green office blogs like Eco-Office Gals. Green Tech News and EnviroGadget. Geeky guy that I am, I like CNET Green Tech News for coverage of industrial developments such as renewable energy, electric cars, and green IT. Raise a Green Dog. Talk about niche!

Green 36

Green New York City Oakland Massachusetts 36

Tech Soup

APRIL 8, 2016

The list ranges all the way from the mighty TreeHugger to green office blogs like Eco-Office Gals. Green Tech News and EnviroGadget. Geeky guy that I am, I like CNET Green Tech News for coverage of industrial developments such as renewable energy, electric cars, and green IT. Raise a Green Dog. Talk about niche!

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Green New York City Oakland Massachusetts 36

NTEN

OCTOBER 28, 2009

Your transitional housing program for homeless families always needs activities for children. Unfortunately, they did not have releases for the children's pictures. A volunteer group put on a Fun Day. A few days later you get a call: they created a social network page about the day.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 30, 2022

Your nonprofit’s data , when paired with graphic design, can engage donors and invite them to join your cause. Your organization’s cause may be hard to understand emotionally or conceptually, and graphic design can help spruce up the material to appeal more to your target audience. Children’s Health. Older adults.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Spring fundraisers are a great way to bring your community together while gaining support for your cause. It also provides your supporters with more than one way to support your cause by allowing them to donate items to sell or make purchases themselves. Brochure fundraiser Brochure fundraisers are a great option for schools.

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Ideas Fundraising Nonprofit Celebrate 87

Kindful

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The Green Climate Fund. The Green Climate Fun. The Green Climate Fund is the world’s largest climate fund, mandated to support developing countries raise and realize their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) ambitions towards low-emissions, climate-resilient pathways. PADI AWARE Foundation. National Forest Foundation.

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Conservancy Environment Grant Resource 57

ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 26, 2012

Our long-term goal is to help the community develop leadership skills, create enterprises that provide jobs and to help Guatemalans gain the self-confidence needed to identify and pursue a vision for themselves that is inclusive of men, women, young adults and children.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 28, 2008

Beth's Birthday Cause I was listening to a story on Marketplace on NPR this afternoon with Tess Vigeland and Chris Farrell who reviewed their 2008 financial goals and graded themselves on their accomplishments. Ask people to donate to a cause instead of gifts. January: Have a January birthday? And, yes they did ! It's your choice.

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The Verge

OCTOBER 15, 2020

It showed the floorplans of the building, with blue and green dots clustered in the numbered rooms and open spaces. The blue dots are the residents, and the green dots are the staff,” Wilmink told me. She spoke to their adult children, who served as caregivers, separately. This is real time. For caregivers, safety is critical.

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