Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Organization: National Wildlife Federation. The power of social media really proved itself for us when the Gulf oil disaster first hit mainstream news, it was our web and social media presences that helped disseminate news and information to keep people up-to-date in real-time with our work on the ground. Name: Danielle Brigida.

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VisionLink

MAY 8, 2023

We look forward to another engaging conference with the National Voluntary Agencies Active in Disaster (NVOAD) , in St. Visionlink offers the only disaster solutions that are both pre-built and completely configurable--and designed for collaboration and data exchange from the ground up. Louis, Missouri , from May 8-11, 2023.

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Mashable Tech

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

In fact, the number of reported plane crashes are at an all time low according to data from the National Transportation Safety Board. But, in reality, flying is safer than it ever has been. In January 2025, there were 63 total airplane accidents, the majority of which were on private flights, compared to the 80 recorded in January 2024.

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VisionLink

MAY 8, 2012

Pleased to report that Ray, Rene, Joanne, and I are attending the annual conference of the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NVOAD) here in Norfolk, Virginia. This is the 20th annual conference, and befitting the theme, Mountains to Sea , VisionLink is proud to release its 50 State VOAD Community project.

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VisionLink

AUGUST 21, 2014

Sadly, this week marked the loss of one of the disaster response world’s strongest leaders and advocates. Her leadership also transcended state lines with her work in the Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) during Super Storm Sandy and other disasters.

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VisionLink

MAY 25, 2011

Writing from the national conference of the National Voluntary Organizations Active In Disaster (NVOAD). The Coordinated Assistance Network is supporting integrated, multi-agency client services for thousands of disaster survivors. And these are but a few examples from the voluntary sector.

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Robert Weiner

FEBRUARY 13, 2012

This spam is both lame (no graphic, no attempt to make the senders address look legit, mangled English) and odious -- preying on disaster victims (one can hope they're just preying on greedy idiots who will pretend to be disaster victims). Subject: United Nations Headquarters. Text: United Nations Headquarters.

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VisionLink

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Today, on this second month, and the 11th day of 2022, 211s across our nation are recognized for the work they do. A simple three digit code lets anyone access a wealth of comprehensive, vetted, and regularly updated information to help those in need, and to help advocates and agencies who focus on helping others.

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VisionLink

FEBRUARY 20, 2011

VisionLink has launched a Shelter View iPhone App now available in the Apple iTunes store, providing information about disaster shelters across the United States. The application provides links to donate, or to view up to date disaster information from the Red Cross Newsroom website. Download it now. Stay tuned!

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VisionLink

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Saturday, February 11th, is National 211 Day 2023! Not to mention the most advanced disaster relief systems available. Celebrate National 211 Day 2023 with us! Join us as we celebrate the individuals behind the life-enhancing services of 211 call and contact centers nationwide!

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VisionLink

DECEMBER 9, 2009

The National Breakthrough Network is proud to welcome as its newest member, Jon McKenzie of Sarasota and Manatee Counties'' IDEAS (Integrated Data Exchange Alliance of the Suncoast). The National Breakthrough Network is sponsored and supported by VisionLink. Welcome Jon!!

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 21, 2023

As if last year’s fabulous Dual Asteroid Redirection Test firing a satellite bullet into an asteroid wasn’t enough, now researchers are doing detailed simulation of the nuclear deflection scenario envisioned in 1998 space disaster film Armageddon. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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VisionLink

AUGUST 26, 2011

Then consider connecting to the National Shelter System to have information about disaster shelters at your finger tips, and for those you serve. You can have an account on the National Shelter System, or have access to the XML open shelters data feed. Information and Referral? Elder care hotline or other similar solution?

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VisionLink

OCTOBER 8, 2015

7, 2015 – From now through October 31st, Information Technology Disaster Resource Center ( www.ITDRC.org ), Humanity Road ( www.HumanityRoad.org ), and VisionLink ( www.VisionLink.org ), are staffing and supporting a free hotline for the survivors of the South Carolina floods. More information about VisionLink can be found at [link].

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VisionLink

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

2-1-1, the phone number used by millions to access information about community services, is celebrated nation-wide today, February 11th. Right now, many hundreds of call operators across the nation are answering requests for assistance about housing, food, legal issues, family support, health care, jobs and schooling and much more.

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VisionLink

APRIL 11, 2022

Visionlink has in attendance some of our most senior disaster experts--with literally hundreds of disaster operations in their bank of experience. When you need the most widely used system that is proven to work. Check out the Visionlink platform--also deployed as DART by the NVOAD. Meet the Future. See you there!

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VisionLink

JULY 30, 2010

When disaster strikes, trying to find out how your friends and family are doing can be agonizing. Those who are hit by a disaster large or small can register on the Safe & Well site, and then their friends and family can search the database and receive information about a loved one''s most recent status.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 22, 2013

TechSoup recently updated its disaster planning and recovery guide, The Resilient Organization , to include the new ways nonprofits, charities, and public libraries are using technology. To supplement this section, we compiled the best disaster preparedness apps from TechSoup donation partners, government agencies, other nonprofits, and more.

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VisionLink

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

February 11th is National 2-1-1 Day. In fact, our 2-1-1 customers, along with our customers in the general information and referral business, elder care, homeless management, education, and disaster relief sectors support clients and resources in more than 14,000 cities and towns across the United States.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

It has more than 125,000 volunteers, has responded to disasters in 700-plus communities, and raised nearly $250 million. She has the roadmap for the nation’s clean energy future. He previously served on the advisory board of the United Nations Democracy Fund and co-chaired the civil society pillar of the Community of Democracies.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 27, 2011

Social media in disaster response. National Theatre screws up, what we can learn from mistakes. There are so many resources out there that hopefully this list will help filter and curate for you! 100,000 in 3 Days: Interview about #TeamAutism. Journalists using social media in Egypt. American Red Cross Twitter Mistakes and Fundraising.

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VisionLink

AUGUST 26, 2020

With one of the highest 24-hour intensification rates, Hurricane Laura will be a tremendously serious storm, and another of nearly 300 named disasters from which we build expertise and readiness to offer help. We offer the nation's leading disaster relief platform. Activate one or modules as needed. Ready for instant deployment.

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VisionLink

JUNE 24, 2014

The sessions engaged leadership from the Centers for Disease Control , National VOAD , Facebook , Target , FEMA , Health & Human Services , Homeland Security , United Way Worldwide , Operation HOPE , the US Chamber of Commerce , GE Healthcare , American Red Cross , Booz Allen Hamilton , and many others.

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VisionLink

APRIL 11, 2024

Is your organization prepared to respond and support during a community-wide disaster? Our Disaster Case Management Platform (DCMP) and related disaster management tools are proven solutions that can support your organization, your staff and volunteers, and the clients you serve. Want to learn more? Visionlink.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 17, 2011

One problem with this conclusion is that there are important areas of building damage where very few text messages were recorded, such as the neighborhood of Saint Antoine, east of the National Palace.

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VisionLink

MAY 6, 2024

This annual gathering of Voluntary Agencies Active in Disaster is the nation's leading gathering of non-profit and faith-based disaster response agencies. To learn more about NVOAD's DART, the Disaster Agency Response Technology platform powered by Visionlink technology, check out this link.

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VisionLink

APRIL 9, 2020

Thousands of COVID-19 volunteers and donated essential supplies are matched with states’ needs through an innovative pro bono tech and volunteer partnership BOULDER, CO, April 9, 2020 – Americans are no strangers to disasters. A hallmark of U.S. Our technology suite is in use in dozens of states around the country and more are joining.

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VisionLink

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

We’ll be exhibiting at B ooth #35, joining Colorado's dedicated crisis professionals from across the Rockies to discuss the latest technological advances and disaster resiliency-building efforts in Colorado, Visionlink's home state.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 22, 2021

For this week’s National Volunteer Week, we’re launching the next phase of our partnership with Salesforce.org. As part of HandsOn Connect’s commitment to Pledge 1% , the organization focuses on donating expertise to nonprofits involved in disaster deployments. Connect with her on LinkedIn , Medium , and Twitter.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

For the past 12 years, Points of Light has recognized successful company and nonprofit collaborations with The Civic 50 , an annual program highlighting the 50 most community-minded companies in the nation. Encourage use of Volunteer Time Off Eighty-four percent of Civic 50 companies offer their employees paid volunteer time off (VTO).

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VisionLink

MAY 3, 2022

We're off to the National VOAD Conference in Baltimore, Maryland, May 2nd through 5th at the Renaissance Harborplace! With last year's conference 100% virtual, this year will be extra-exciting for us as we connect with longtime friends and collaborate as an association of organizations that mitigate and alleviate the impact of disasters.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 28, 2017

I watched the news reports from Texas and was horrified at the scale of this disaster. I grew up on the Jersey shore where I’ve been evacuated due to storms, but I have never seen this level of disaster. PortLight “Inclusive Disaster Relief” SPCA of Texas. My heart goes out to the victims and I want to help.

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VisionLink

APRIL 20, 2022

It's National Volunteer Week! Fun fact, each year about 62 million Americans volunteer at their local schools, with NGOs, with disaster preparedness and response groups, and community centers and homeless shelters. Fun question: Which president signed the proclamation that established National Volunteer Week?

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VisionLink

DECEMBER 16, 2022

These proven solutions have been used by the American Red Cross, United Ways, city, county and state governments, and hundreds of nonprofit organizations, including by a national group of trusted VOAD partners.

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VisionLink

MARCH 17, 2010

Thanks to a wonderfully coordinated effort (no pun intended) by both the national CAN staff and VisionLink''s development, Q&A and Help Desk staff, the new national Coordinated Assistance Network solution has been released across the Web. VisionLink is truly honored to support this extraordinary partnership with CommunityOS.

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VisionLink

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Visionlink joins with Americans nationwide to honor our military servicemembers, their families, and our nation's veterans today, November 11th. It is because of the strength of our military that our nation can often lead by example, and not necessarily by force. We do not take that request, or their offer, lightly.

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VisionLink

FEBRUARY 2, 2011

Assisting the American Red Cross, VisionLink''s Community Operating System is being used to deploy a real-time national map for this Winter Storm. The view includes FEMA boundaries, open disaster shelters, social media hash tags specific to the Winter Storm, and other relevant information. VisionLink is a formal partner of NVOAD.

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