Fast Company Tech

APRIL 11, 2025

The fine print of insurance policies can be frustrating and confusing, and the government has not stepped in to help. “Our policy, like many others, requires direct physical loss for there to be coverage,” McLean said. It’s not easy to understand how and when it is safe to return home, Lawton Potelle said.

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TechCrunch

MAY 18, 2021

When disaster strikes, costs pile up quickly. Of course, the need for speed among consumers hits the brick wall that is the insurance industry and government’s timeline for dispersing post-disaster insurance claims and aid. Much like other advance cash startups in other sectors, Dorothy takes a fee based on the size of the loan.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 9, 2025

if the organizations mission involves disaster relief) Dependence on one key person Obligations resulting from your commitments to a donors purpose restrictions Amount of unsecured debt carried by the organization Fund Accounting Software that Drives Impact Find out how Blackbaud’s Financial Edge NXT fits your organization.

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Non Profit Quarterly

JULY 27, 2021

Welcome to “Tech Policies for Virtual Teams—A Leader’s Responsibility.” We took August off in the Leadership webinar series, so it feels really good to be back with you and to be back with you with a partner—the first of two webinars we’re going to do with our friends at Tech Impact. So let me introduce our two Tech Impact presenters.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 13, 2010

Unfortunately, this isn't Domino's Pizza and disaster response can't work as if it is. What if we stopped thinking of the public as a liability and started empowering them to be valuable resources who can increase efficiency and make a real impact? . What if we could route the 9-1-1 type requests to the appropriate responders?

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Candid

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Earlier this month, Candid and the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) released the eighth edition of our annual Measuring the State of Disaster Philanthropy report. global disaster-related?philanthropy,?analyzing?funding CDP has several recommendations to help funders maximize their philanthropic impact.

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sgEngage

MARCH 7, 2025

Pandemics, natural and man-made disasters, economic challenges, and governmental policy and funding changes are all potentially budget-tweaking scenarios. Hiding a change, no matter how small or how embarrassing, is a recipe for disaster. Honest communication is the best policy. Those with impact.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

While you may never find yourself in a crisis of this magnitude at your nonprofit, you can learn from Southwest’s mistakes and use those lessons to prepare for a potential disaster. Here are a few examples of challenges your organization may face: A winter storm or other climate disaster impacts your local community.

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VisionLink

APRIL 16, 2014

We have also created standards for the exchange of information about disaster shelters and about client records. If we don’t compensate organizations in some way for their data, then we require them to divert funds away from other areas and potentially impact their ability to help their own communities.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

They are activities that are frequently governed and controlled by policies and procedures, such as: Evaluating where the blind spots lie in your organization is one way to begin conversations about risk. Both directors and employees should know which policies the organization has in place and how they are enforced.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 10, 2011

But, it might well have been that the places with the greatest damage had no power for the phone system, or people were too busy with the aftermath of the disaster, compared to more mildly affected cities with power and relatively little damage (but people texting like crazy to say they are ok).

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Care2

OCTOBER 6, 2010

You may be wondering how this is possible and what kind of impact will this have on nonprofits? This trustee enforces policies and operation of the domain. Could this impact popular url shorteners bit.ly Impact on Nonprofits. However, just today a.ly shortener called vb.ly And now this has all.ly Some Background.

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The Next Web

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

The infrastructure provider has a lasting impact on the security of the platform. The honesty of that trust is then enforced via policy such as the provider’s service level agreement (SLA). Disaster Recovery: Essential for business continuity and customer loyalty. The process starts by separating out the data layers.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 19, 2024

She will also touch on creating a whistleblower policy and key tips on how to handle complaints. Katherine and Lauren will share how these pieces work together to help you raise the most money, make impactful granting and funding decisions, and report the full impact back to your donors.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 14, 2013

This week we learn about the Resilient Africa Network (RAN), which is helping African students use open data for disaster relief. There is also some interesting insight into the link between open development and social impact bonds, while the data dilemma is brought to the fore.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 2, 2014

After working at the Red Cross for nearly 4 years, I learned a long time ago that real disasters aren’t always the ones you see coming. Does your organization need a disaster fundraising plan? A disaster can be as big as a hurricane or as small as a water main break that floods your office and surrounding neighborhood.

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Candid

JULY 5, 2022

Despite anticipated reductions in COVID-19-related giving, of the 346 foundations who responded, 54 are still factoring in the pandemic and related impacts: . Paying attention to concerns about the impact of COVID on mental health of children” . Disaster fund preparedness.” .

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

By: Rakesh Bharania, Director, Humanitarian Impact Data, Salesforce.org and Alex Parker, Senior Platform Architect, Salesforce.org. Organizations should critically review proposed data collection and ensure that the intended benefits and impact justify the risks of data collection in the first place.

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Gyrus

JULY 25, 2024

Disseminates automated notifications for policy updates and acknowledgment in employees’ preferred languages, ensuring everyone is up-to-date. Extends this customization to policies and documentation, offering them in employees’ preferred languages to guarantee access to the most up-to-date compliance information.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 19, 2021

They also know first-hand the pain, money, and time that is wasted, and the impact and outcomes that are reduced or even lost when nonprofits and schools don’t get the help they need. Check out just a few of the sessions our partners are delivering: Demystifying Impact Measurement and Management on Salesforce.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 12, 2024

They help your organization measure impact, follow regulations, and show donors you’re on top of the needs of your community. By following nonprofit financial management best practices, you will be able to proactively identify and plan for disruptive scenarios and mitigate their impact on your operations and programs.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2011

What that translates to is that a movement is built on collaboration, incorporates co-design between individuals and organizations, and remains focused, even during an event or campaign, on lasting, real impact. The more is raised, the more impact they can make. It instantly becomes less about numbers and more about impact.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

.” I was surprised because we did have a number of communications directors who need to follow the news as part of their jobs and their nonprofits were working on different policies being impacted by current presidential decisions. We’ve had weather disasters, policy changes, protests, racism, missile testing, and more.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 28, 2018

Most recently, we co-authored a policy brief for the Toda Peace Institute on artificial intelligence and its implications for civil society. AI and the Future of Humans: The Pew Research Center and Elon University’s Imagining the Internet Center interviewed experts about their predictions about the impact of AI. … Read More

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

When you work in a field where federal funds support your salary and livelihood, it is important to be aware of any shifts and how they impact you directly. The new policies seek to level the playing field better to reflect the potential pool of resources. Collaborate with Vendors and Subrecipient Partners for Greater Impact.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 31, 2012

Finally, substantiating impact and success to risk-averse board members may be vexing. Through this initiative, we are supporting a group of dynamic, next-generation leaders in the social justice field in the San Francisco Bay Area as they retool their organizations for greater impact.

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Candid

JANUARY 24, 2022

But to read time and again how a nonprofit is devastated by recent news or policy changes gives us some pause. Some things certainly are devastating, including, but not limited to, natural disasters. If you’re thinking, “impact has appeared on previous lists,” you’re correct. Intersectional/intersectionality.

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.orgSource

JUNE 12, 2023

Launch New Products and Services Before investing resources in a new initiative, be sure you understand how it will impact your current systems. If you have a data governance strategy in place, an assessment is also an opportunity to ensure that policies and procedures are up-to-date.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 28, 2010

I recently had the opportunity to connect with Kedar to learn about a new project to help users measure and manage their consumption, in effect encouraging them to control their environmental impact. Government policy: Rewarding citizens for their behavioral changes and better regulating toxic products.

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Tableau

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Vulnerable communities, who are the least able to handle the impacts of a wildfire disaster, bear an inequitable share of the risks and the consequences. Poor land management policies, lack of funding, and inadequate fire mitigation strategies have compounded the existing environmental risks. Living in the WUI. Today, nearly ?

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Candid

JANUARY 6, 2023

Philanthropy and COVID-19: Examining two years of giving , by Candid and the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) As a follow up to their 2020 and 2021 studies, this report delves into data to explore philanthropic giving from the first two years of the pandemic.

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TechCrunch

MAY 4, 2021

Although that shift was pushed along by the COVID-19 pandemic, many believe that the longer-term effect will be a very different working environment, with a greater acceptance that fewer people will be spending all of their time in their offices, and that it won’t necessarily impact productivity.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 28, 2020

You may think this is an odd beginning for a public policy blog, so please bear with me. I hope as you plan for and execute on your 2020 priorities you will keep in mind the many external factors that impact your work and your day-to-day activities. Taking stock allows us to set new priorities and forge new paths.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

As we enter the beginning of disaster season, it can’t help but feel like we have already been in disaster season all year long. And while no one can predict when or where a disaster will occur, data continues to back being prepared over-responding after the fact. Educate Your People on Disaster Preparedness.

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Tableau

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Vulnerable communities, who are the least able to handle the impacts of a wildfire disaster, bear an inequitable share of the risks and the consequences. Poor land management policies, lack of funding, and inadequate fire mitigation strategies have compounded the existing environmental risks. Living in the WUI. Today, nearly ?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 28, 2020

The technology helps donors make investments that yield the highest impact or strategic system change. We are seeing it to help donors make decision about COVID funding and other disaster related donation decisions. The future plan is to use this tool with other aid organizations and types of natural disasters such as wildfires.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 22, 2010

Google and Microsoft sent me mobile phones in response to my complaints about the Apple iPhone in-app donation policy. If you skip that, your mobile tactics won’t yield much impact or learning. What we witnessed over a year ago with SMS donations to the Haiti disaster is not going to be the norm for nonprofits.

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