Tech Soup

JULY 16, 2013

In early education, children learn the fundamentals of reading and writing in order to communicate, collaborate, and contribute in the world. A few months ago, I attended Microsoft Citizenship's YouthSpark Connection event and heard first-hand from recent high school graduates about how dire the need for digital literacy is.

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AUGUST 9, 2021

Global Fund For Children. Global Fund For Children. The Global Fund For Children believes that educating children and youth is the key to building a more peaceful and just society. They support strategic partners that focus on helping children succeed via a comprehensive approach to education. Mellon Foundation.

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Tableau

JULY 29, 2021

While we will continue building support and resources for this space, higher education and corporate training cannot fill this huge and growing need for data skills without help. After immigrating from Brazil in the 1990s, Katya had worked in the sales and marketing fields before having children. Eleanor Cooper , Pathstream CEO.

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Tableau

OCTOBER 14, 2021

As an educator both trained and at heart, Karisa Tashjian, director of programs for Digitunity , combined her early career work with adult immigrants learning English with the power of technology. At the time, many said that technology skills were a “nice to have” rather than a tremendous door to opportunity.

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Tableau

OCTOBER 14, 2021

As an educator both trained and at heart, Karisa Tashjian, director of programs for Digitunity , combined her early career work with adult immigrants learning English with the power of technology. At the time, many said that technology skills were a “nice to have” rather than a tremendous door to opportunity.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Remote learning for refugee children in Lebanon: Malala Fund Education Champion Nayla Fahed created Tabshoura, an award-winning e-learning platform that helps Syrian refugees and girls in vulnerable communities in Lebanon learn for free. The broadcasts air weekly and deliver multilingual lessons on literacy, numeracy, and STEM.

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sgEngage

MARCH 8, 2023

Develop a standard Library Giving Day pitch and train your staff and volunteers to share it. Connect the dots and remind supporters that libraries promote literacy by offering free access to literature for all community members. Encourage staff, volunteers, and supporters to create buzz about the event.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 1, 2007

In addition, we received lots of support and help from the Cambodian adoptive parent community and their families, churches, synagogues, fellow employees, golf buddies, quilting clubs, book clubs, parents of their children's school mates, high school and college friends, and beyond. The Cambodian American community also rallied for us too!

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Tech Soup

APRIL 7, 2014

Online safety quizzes can help you assess how much your audience already knows and what topics they might need more training in. The Northstar Digital Literacy Project has 33 questions, but only a few touch on safety and security. Learning Resources for Children and Families. GCF Learn Free. The PBS show Frontline.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 23, 2011

This new program is rolling out this month in 39 states offering $10 per month broadband Internet program to low-income families with children who are eligible to receive free school meals. Subscribers will also be given access to free digital literacy training. One of the big pieces of digital divide news in the U.S.

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Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 14, 2008

Today, the Los Angeles nanny funds a school in her native Malawi -- where half a million children have been orphaned by the disease." Carolyn LeCroy "After serving time in prison, Carolyn LeCroy started The Messages Project to help children stay connected with their incarcerated parents.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 4, 2014

Bring Me a Book is creating a "literacy ecosystem" via social media in Alameda and Santa Clara Counties. Pogo Park is transforming three neglected parks in Richmond California into magical play spaces for 8,000 at-risk children. " Program is creating new distribution channels for affordable produce to low-income people.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 9, 2023

For example, consider an organization for educators focused on improving literacy rates. One proven method of addressing literacy—especially in children with learning challenges—is approaching reading as a science. Membership has an impact because it can help uplift other educators and improve overall literacy rates.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 30, 2011

Many of these organizations operate loan programs as well as assessment and training to use the devices. Programs like this often add an array of useful freeware software to their AT computers like GCompris , Childsplay , and the Zacbrowser , which is an Internet browser specifically designed for autistic children. Touch the Future.

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Tableau

JULY 29, 2021

While we will continue building support and resources for this space, higher education and corporate training cannot fill this huge and growing need for data skills without help. After immigrating from Brazil in the 1990s, Katya had worked in the sales and marketing fields before having children. Eleanor Cooper , Pathstream CEO.

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Have Fun - Do Good

FEBRUARY 15, 2008

"Now, 18 months later, all of Juana's children are in school. CH: You know it is funny; it actually didn't start out as a women-centered initiative, but the more research I did about creating global training sites and free media enterprises in these developing countries, training women just makes the most sense.

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Tech Soup

MAY 31, 2013

Although Vietnam is regarded as a developing country, it has a literacy rate of 94 percent. The organization promotes ASEAN awareness through language training, mass media, and youth exchange activities (such as volunteer programs and youth camps). Vietnam is an S-shaped country that is slightly larger than New Mexico.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 22, 2015

Legacy of Hope Austin is a Texas-based arts charity that's created the 2dance2dream program , providing a way for children with special needs to express themselves through movement and music. The program offers year-round dance lessons and an annual event in which 80 children are joined by volunteers from professional dance schools.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 10, 2015

In a country that generally prides itself on offering the opportunity for everyone to succeed, one in four children grow up without learning to read. Pamela began by homeschooling her own children, and then transitioning into a leadership role in the charter schools of northern Ohio. population. Inspiring Optimism Through Results.

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Have Fun - Do Good

DECEMBER 19, 2007

There she found her five children who had survived by the kindness of strangers. They talked about the economic value of housework, and the importance of education and literacy in gaining economic independence." Reunited, she began to rebuild their life." Honorata joined Women for Women International in August 2004.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 2, 2015

Magic is part of the Gentle Carousel Miniature Therapy Horses , a Florida charity that visits more than 35,000 adults and children each year with its team of tiny horses. The organization visits hospitals, hospice programs, and children who have experienced traumatic events.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The Highland Street Foundation is committed to addressing the most pressing needs and concerns for children and families in Massachusetts and California. Areas served: Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota. Highland Street Foundation. Areas served: Tennessee. Cleveland Foundation. Louis area(Missouri, Illinois). Gray Family Foundation.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Digital can itself divide, of course, as has been writ large during a global pandemic in which the development of children excluded from attending school in person can hinge on whether or not they have internet access and computer literacy.

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Museum 2.0

NOVEMBER 10, 2009

Both of these designers presented compelling images and evidence from exhibit work and child development experts about the idea that you can make sophisticated, muted exhibits that help children slow down, focus, and enjoy themselves with interactive content. The REFLECTS project blends practical institutional demands with deep research.

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Fast Company Tech

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

[Cover Images: Little Brown Ink, First Second/Macmillan] Graphic novelsa term interchangeably used with comic booksare particularly popular among young children still building their literacy skills. Surveys show that in recent years, graphic novels have increased in popularity by 69% among elementary school children.

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Bloomerang

MAY 6, 2022

Their priorities range from facilitating book donation drives to supporting arts education to funding playground construction and family literacy programs. . Educational Assistance and Training Programs. The Lisa Libraries. First Book. Digitunity. Webb Family Foundation. The Victor C. Clark Youth Incentive Program. Heim Foundation.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 27, 2007

I can't do this alone and that's why I'm asking my blogger friends to join me and in helping to raise money to help the many children who are touched by the Sharing Foundation's programs. My husband and I adopted two beautiful children, Harry and Sara, from Cambodia. Sign up here. Why am I doing this? It's a route out of poverty.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

Are they wanting to fund children’s programs? So, if I provide 10 English as a second language or 10 computer literacy programs a year for 10 people, let’s just say that’s 100 pieces of content, that’s service. If the experience of those children is not positive, then is it really a celebration?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 8, 2008

Making media together is another way to teach your children about various causes. Here's a few stories about some children mentioned in the video: Sina, age 15, is an orphan and head of her family, two younger sisters aged 12 and 9. Sina helps makes school uniforms that the Foundation provides to over 1,000 street children in Cambodia.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Classes Nonprofit organizations often offer classes that cover a wide array of topics, from literacy and language skills to financial literacy and job training. In this image, children enjoy a trunk or treat Halloween event. Kids Talent Show Give young performers a chance to shine by hosting a kids and youth talent show.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 25, 2015

A mobile library was set up with Wi-Fi and computer access, staffed by people trained in social services, disaster relief, healthcare services, job services, and more. She saw a tremendous need for literacy and outreach services, particularly to the Lower Ninth Ward neighborhood, where the aftereffects of Katrina were the most devastating.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 7, 2011

in 2011 to be involved in disaster training programs leading up to the 10th anniversary of 9/11, called the “March to 1 Million” program. The Women’s Center of Tarrant County has a name problem, as we serve women, men and children…about 82,000 a year. SafeAmerica Foundation , Bill Soule. Mobilizing 1 million people!

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Have Fun - Do Good

SEPTEMBER 26, 2008

Art in Action Youth Leadership Training " Art in Action Youth Leadership Program uplifts and transforms the lives of young artists impacted by violence and poverty. Our hope is that the information presented here will educate and inspire." Photojournalist Paola Gianturco's book, Women Who Light the Dark.

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Kindful

MARCH 5, 2021

This foundation supports children, families, and communities as they strengthen and create conditions that propel vulnerable children to achieve success as individuals and as contributors to the larger community and society. Areas served: US. Kellogg Foundation. Areas served: Baltimore, Chicago, Hawai?i,

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Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

This foundation supports children, families, and communities as they strengthen and create conditions that propel vulnerable children to achieve success as individuals and as contributors to the larger community and society. Areas served: US. Kellogg Foundation. Areas served: Baltimore, Chicago, Hawai?i,

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Blue Avocado

MARCH 11, 2025

Economic Empowerment: We need to offer job training, financial literacy, and connections with inclusive employers to improve economic opportunities for LGBTQ+ individuals. Awareness and Education: We need to provide educational resources, workshops, and training to reduce stigma and discrimination, fostering broader societal change.

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Have Fun - Do Good

JANUARY 6, 2007

We have reality tours where we take people out to other parts of the world, kind of reverse Club Med, "get your butt off the beach and meet real people," see the development projects, the literacy campaigns, the women's groups, the political opposition parties, the trade unions, but focused on positive, build the next system kind of things.

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