sgEngage

APRIL 1, 2025

Just as we finally got our footing from a global pandemic and spinning up programs to support communities dealing with extreme weather events, now federal policy shifts have grantmakers and grantees alike scrambling. Both grantmakers and grantees have made it through pandemics, natural disasters, and economic downturns.

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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. The American Red Cross is now looking into how best to give the public an increased role in disaster response. BUT, what if we did invite the public to provide situational awareness such as telling us about the elderly people on a hill?

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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 Support underfunded areas of the disaster lifecycle. In it, we examined?available?2019?data

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

If you’re a nonprofit or local government agency or work alongside them, there is a good chance you have seen an uptick in funding possibilities within your field. Successful implementation of these programs will require close coordination with state, tribal, and local leaders like yourself.

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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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The Next Web

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

Although accessibility answers the question of reliability, latency is answered by speed of the network, locality to the customer, and the speed of the merchant’s site and applications. The honesty of that trust is then enforced via policy such as the provider’s service level agreement (SLA). Image credit: Bplanet / Shutterstock.

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Candid

APRIL 22, 2025

Volunteers comprise one-third of the nonprofit workforce ; voluntary human capital plays a critical role in delivering essential local services such as food security, disaster response, and youth mentorship. Advocate: Emphasize the vital role of volunteering in driving broader societal change and community development.

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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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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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sgEngage

AUGUST 19, 2024

She will also touch on creating a whistleblower policy and key tips on how to handle complaints. Audrey Kidwell from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy will share her experience leading change management efforts at her organization.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 31, 2012

Pioneers in Justice” operates as a forum to explore social media tools that may power their local advocacy work and explore “networked” ways of collaboration within the social justice sector – and equally important, a space to address any concerns that may surface along the way.

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Amy Sample Ward

APRIL 1, 2009

If you work for the Red Cross, as an example, you can search in Causes for “red cross&# and find groups that are focused on the Red Cross but also those focused on specific disaster relief efforts and international projects. What about legislative or policy concerns? Google Alerts. Do you have any new partners or programs?

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 28, 2010

These are good measuring tools in raising awareness about the ecological disaster that lies ahead, but they do not sufficiently motivate me to alter my behavior with using plastic bags at the corner store or buying a cup of coffee on my way into work or eating a burger from a popular fast-food chain. What help could you use at this stage?

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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. were started by humans.

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Amy Sample Ward

JULY 1, 2012

Join in on The World's Fare and host a dinner for six or more friends at 7pm local time on October 5, 2012 (last day of the Conference). Where previously people mainly donated to reputable charities who sent them donation requests, or in response to a disaster, now people are spontaneously giving to ad-hoc fundraisers online.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2011

We have community groups, schools, local leaders and people at every age, interest, and skill level. Regional and local leaders were supported and given the opportunity to shine. Actions and messages were contextualized based on the issues and discussions taking place at both the global and local level. Have people heard of 350.org

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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. Other articles speak to the use of ‘Digital Smoke Signals’ generated from big data for improved development projects and policies, as well as the need to look at not just big data but small data too.

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. Their donors, staff, and board members have extensive knowledge of local needs and organizations, and they also have relationships with local leaders in business, government, and education.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 8, 2022

He has also served as senior tech advisor to Mike Bloomberg, focusing on helping startups and nonprofits at the intersection of tech, software and government at the federal, state and local levels. More posts by this contributor. Tech talent can thrive in the public sector but government must invest in it. Mike Ference. Contributor.

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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. And yes, public policy at the local, state, and federal levels can and will impact your ability to achieve your organization’s mission and day-to-day activities. Taking stock allows us to set new priorities and forge new paths.

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The Verge

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

“These data farms in my mind have become a bit of a boogeyman for people in already water-stressed basins,” says Martin Doyle, who directs the Water Policy Program at Duke University’s Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions. “A Water woes are localized. A boogeyman for people in already water-stressed basins”.

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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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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 19, 2021

Are we doing enough on the front end to prevent personal and professional disasters from happening? Lorenzo has over ten years of experience in public policy, government, talent pipeline development, diversity, and inclusion. They impact our homes, schools, businesses, relationships, and sanity.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Whether involved in humanitarian response in conflict or disaster situations, development work, human rights, or peace-building, our international nonprofit customers have some of the most complex nonprofit missions on earth. Step Two: Incorporate Salesforce Security Features Into Your Implementation Accordingly. Alex Parker.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 14, 2018

Like other areas of disaster relief , wildfires, particularly in California, have becomes an increasingly common occurrence. But, when you examine disaster-related funding in the last five years, funding directed at wildfires is $13.1 So how can we explain the different levels of support for varying types of natural disasters?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 27, 2012

100% of participants implement a process and write a social media policy that addresses organizational adoption issues. Her knowledge of the country and the culture made it easier to localize the curriculum. This project has identified the following definitions of success: A Peer-to-Peer Learning Exchange.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JULY 14, 2009

When disaster strikes and people need water and shelter, they are not usually in a position to pay for that service. We’ll also hear from policy makers and activists working to change laws and unleash capital for social enterprises. I want to start by exploring those limitations with you today. First, charity.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Now, despite scary examples of hackers exploiting the cloud, if you run a very small organization with no IT staff and no one to help maintain local servers with regular updates, security patches, and upgrades, then the cloud may be the safest place for your data. Adopt an Acceptable Use Policy and Train Staff on It!

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 6, 2022

And this year the theme is “Only One Earth,” highlighting the need for us all to live sustainably and in harmony with nature by making transformative changes in our policies and our choices. This transformation must happen in our communities, in our workplaces, and in ourselves.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 15, 2012

The resultant traffic and chaos from commuters attempting alternate methods of transportation including ferries, buses, and carpooling likely resulted in something of a local holiday – as highways turned into parking lots. The future of work requires this shift in managerial mindset. Remote Work. But maybe you're not convinced.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 26, 2022

Our next stop was by a stream, where attendees heard how in 2018, we empowered the Davos students to test local waterways for plastic. Continuing on the winding path down the mountain, we saw local wildlife like squirrels and birds. This discovery led to a successful campaign to implement plastic recycling in town.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 23, 2024

In fact, political fundraising is like disaster relief. Changes in Advertising Policies One important effect of political fundraising to note is its impact on advertising policies, particularly on social media platforms. Read up on policy changes and build in extra time for your ads to be reviewed and approved.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 10, 2016

The tech failure that disrupted the national Give Local America Day fundraising campaign in May 2016 raised a big question for community foundations hosting giving days: What can they do differently to ensure smooth sailing in the future? Goglia emphasizes proactive communications with the local nonprofit community.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 22, 2015

However, drones are also being used for humanitarian purposes, such as delivering aid, tracking environmental conditions, and helping out in disaster relief. Assessing disaster-stricken areas. Drones also show promise for delivering goods to rural or disaster-stricken areas that would otherwise be inaccessible. Tracking storms.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 4, 2010

I could point to the Haiti disaster as the tipping point in cell phones -- for the increased engagement with donors, and more importantly, for the contributions of information from survivors. feels like being asked to write about the details of a party after having just walked in the door. But you already know this. . That took guts.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 8, 2013

We also noticed a significant increase in the way that mobile technology is being used in disaster relief. For instance, using combined datasets on health and education for NGOs and charities could help influence policy decisions, advocacy, and strategic planning for nonprofits. Mobile Computing. I hope she's right.

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The Verge

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Transdev said in the email its “policy around safety always involves employees making safe decisions and making the safest personal decisions.” We continue to closely monitor the air quality situation in the Bay Area and have robust policies to ensure the health and safety of our team,” a spokesperson said in a statement.

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