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In Miami, this 3D-printed seawall will help protect the coastline

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Developed by our team of architects and marine biologists at Florida International University, the uniquely textured prototype tiles are designed to test a new approach for helping cities such as Miami adapt to rising sea levels while simultaneously restoring ecological balance along their shorelines.

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5 Ways to Build a Digital Community that will Transform Your Nonprofit

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Advocates may not always be able to give in-person time or money, but they help spread awareness and strengthen the cause through their online engagements. Searching for and commenting on posts related to key hashtags helps nonprofits connect with individuals who are already interested in their cause. Host live events.

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How you can help save declining butterflies

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Herbivores help keep plant growth in check. Because they have such short generation times, even small conservation steps can make a big difference and we can see populations bounce back. Similar management and restoration efforts could help other rare and declining butterflies to recover. The Karner blue is an example.

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The unusual layout of this clinic is designed to help children with chronic pain

Fast Company Tech

To help children experiencing chronic pain, a new kind of clinical space has been created that goes way beyond handing out medication. We’re one of the very few places that really show that our goal is to help children and adolescents and young adults to get back to normal life and get rid of the pain, Friedrichsdorf says.

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12 Donation Request Letter Templates to Help Raise More

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With that in mind, this guide is designed to help you craft engaging, inspirational donation request letters to send to supporters. Whether delivered through traditional direct mail or digital channels like email , donation request letters offer flexibility to suit the preferences of different donors. Describe your current initiative.

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How tech can help people with dementia stay in the workplace longer

Fast Company Tech

Far from being a barrier, digital technologies could offer ways to help people with dementia to enjoy positive working lives, just as they help workers who dont have dementia. These tools are also excellent at transforming text into different formats. The trick is to use them to tailor work and workplaces to the individual.

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AI for good: How you can help Candid Labs empower nonprofits 

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Generative AI can help nonprofit staff work more efficiently and equitably Most recently, we took the opportunity to leverage generative AI to solve a big grant writing pain point: writing Letters of Intent (LOIs). Candid’s AI-powered LOI writer assistant aids fundraisers and provides guidance on writing different sections of an LOI.

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