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Corporate Responsibility’s Role During Disaster Response

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In the United States, there were 28 climate disasters in 2023 , which surpassed the record of 22 disasters in 2020 – tallying a price tag of at least $92.9 Finally, the numbers worldwide are alarming– with 398 recorded natural disasters worldwide in 2023. In response, people often step up and ask, “How can I help?”

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As a Disaster Unfolds, Fundraisers Can Do More Than Raise Money

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But if youre a fundraiser for a nonprofit organization or school in the midst of an unfolding disaster, you can do more than raise money. Maintain Open Lines of Communication As the touchpoint between donors and your cause, you are uniquely positioned in a disaster to provide regular updates to supporters and friends of your mission.

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Survey: Americans Increasingly Support Disaster Relief as Major Share of Charitable Giving

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An online survey found that 59% of American donors gave half or more of their total monetary donations last year to charities providing disaster relief. This marks a notable increase from the results of a similar survey from April 2022.

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What Are “Rage Donations”?

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How Your Nonprofit Can Turn Anger Into Action Online giving has revolutionized how we react to current events, like humanitarian crises, natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and political decisions. appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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What Past Disasters Tell Us About What Maui Needs Now

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With more than three decades of experience in disasters and humanitarian assistance with data management solutions, we would suggest that efficient and effective relief operations need to organize around a central registry or clearinghouse. Mental health is an acute need after a disaster like this. The main lesson?

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6 Tips for Quick Response During a Time of Need

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Disasters can strike at any moment, leaving communities in chaos and need. Here are six practical tips to ensure your nonprofit is ready to respond swiftly and effectively during a disaster. Here are six practical tips to ensure your nonprofit is ready to respond swiftly and effectively during a disaster.

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Facebook Ramps Up Reach for “Donate” Buttons and Fundraisers

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It’s not official, but it’s obvious that Facebook is ramping up promotion of its native “Donate” buttons and Fundraisers in its News Feed. Donors and peer-to-peer fundraisers have been slow to adopt donating and fundraising through Facebook, but that might be changing. 14% said Twitter. 10% said Instagram.

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