Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 19, 2022

In exchange, the sponsored organization is able to operate as a nonprofit, primarily through receiving tax-deductible donations, allowing them to focus on mission-critical work. Before receiving a single tax-deductible donation, new organizations are already being asked to pay thousands of dollars in fees.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 30, 2012

Relief organizations and first-responders are working tirelessly to provide aid to those affected by Hurricane Sandy. The staff at TechSoup Global is keeping all those affected by the devastating hurricane in our thoughts as we work to support recovery efforts. Donate to Organizations Providing Relief.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 21, 2012

Earlier this year, the Network for Nonprofit Technology Solution Providers (NNTSP) organized as part of TechSoup Global, combining their resources to create a national network of local technology capacity-builders serving the nonprofit sector. Several of the NNTSP partners are combining efforts for a response to Hurricane Sandy.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Late at night on Sunday August 29th, Hurricane Ida made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane near Port Fourchon, Louisiana. The good news is that no matter how far you are from the areas hit by Hurricane Ida, you can still help those impacted by the storm. You can donate to their work here. Learn more and donate here.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Note from Beth: With the hurricanes, gun violence, and fires, I gave generously, including donations to Global Giving funds. Looking at donation totals to thousands of nonprofits around the world and covering each of six major disasters over the past two months, we’re not seeing major evidence of donor fatigue. since Aug.)

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Allegiance Group

JANUARY 28, 2025

The benefits vary a discount to your local art museum, a branded T-shirt, a gift card. Transactional Fundraising vs. Relationship Fundraising In transactional fundraising, someone donates to you in exchange for something else. Attract younger donors: Younger generations tend to be put off by overt donation requests.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 19, 2011

Another direct content example is that of the number of websites that emerged post-Hurricane Katrina. Some include the Red Cross, The Weather Channel, local newspapers, Craigslist, and others. 100% of donations went directly to disaster relief. By the morning of the 14th, donations had already hit $3 Million.

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VisionLink

AUGUST 29, 2011

The Red Cross opened more than 500 shelters, providing local assistance across the entire eastern seaboard. The impacted area from Hurricane Irene was larger than the European continent. Please consider donating to the Red Cross or other relief agencies; this will be a very expensive recovery effort. Yes, Yes, Yes and Yes!

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 31, 2012

Relief organizations and first-responders are working tirelessly to provide aid to those affected by Hurricane Sandy. The staff at TechSoup Global is keeping all those affected by the devastating hurricane in our thoughts as we work to support recovery efforts. Google's Hurricane Sandy map currently shows areas with power outages.

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DipJar

APRIL 20, 2021

Because LMC is a free admission facility, the Center heavily depends on donations to fuel its conservation efforts. During this time, the eggs can be eaten by predators, damaged by tropical storms and hurricanes, exposed by beach goers digging on the beach, and more. The suggested donation for the Center is $5 per person.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

These nonprofits rely on disaster relief donations to purchase crucial supplies, train volunteers, and mobilize their disaster response teams when crisis strikes. Donate funds. One of the best ways that you can help your favorite disaster relief organization continue to provide its services is by donating to them.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 22, 2013

To supplement this section, we compiled the best disaster preparedness apps from TechSoup donation partners, government agencies, other nonprofits, and more. Apps by TechSoup Donation Partners. Android, iOS, Windows Phone) connects you with friends and family during a large-scale disaster such as an earthquake or a hurricane.

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Whole Whale

JANUARY 5, 2022

Let’s take a second to play a quick association game: Think about a natural disaster, such as a hurricane or an earthquake. Another quiet little secret is making sure you engage local Girl and Boy Scouts groups who are always looking for ways to engage in socially minded ways. Partner with a Local Florist. Claiming the Day.

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NTEN

AUGUST 17, 2010

The project, a national day of action to benefit gulf coast fishing families, has three calls to action to mobilize citizens: Vote in the Pepsi Refresh campaign Donate to support the families Attend OR HOLD an event That's right. You'll get some logos and support, and off you run to organize your own event, with your own local flavor.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Hurricane Florence finally made landfall over the weekend, ravaging the Atlantic coast with devastating winds and torrential rain. You may be hoarding extra clothes and supplies, but donate your money, rather than your items, to relief organizations. Keep raising money, keep donating, keep volunteering. Give money, not things.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

From standard digital donation forms to peer-to-peer fundraisers , there are a wide variety of ways that nonprofits can fundraise virtually. The impact of a matching gifts drive is sizeable, with 84% of donors saying that they would be more likely to donate if a match is offered. Micro-donation programs. Wishlist drives.

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Fast Company Tech

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

She saw late-night TV host Jimmy Kimmel turn his show’s backlot into a donation center. Disasters tend to elicit widespread support for those impacted and researchers say meaningful relationships drive charitable donations. A 2012 power-on party after Hurricane Sandy stands out as the craziest example, he said.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

federal government, corporations, and donations through donor-advised funds (DAFs) and online platforms. . We understand the instinct to donate in the immediate aftermath of a disaster, and it’s essential to address urgent needs. Support local nonprofits and knowledge in the U.S. global disaster-related?philanthropy,?analyzing?funding

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 24, 2022

Even though the organization had been around for three decades, they had never asked anyone for a donation. and around the globe stepped up to express their support by sending donations to organizations providing services to people impacted by 9/11. Invite people to commit to a monthly donation. No earned income from programs.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 22, 2021

As part of HandsOn Connect’s commitment to Pledge 1% , the organization focuses on donating expertise to nonprofits involved in disaster deployments. Whether it’s the aftermath of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, tornadoes in Nashville, or the pandemic response in Phoenix, HandsOn Connect works to smooth the way for more volunteers to help.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 4, 2017

The parade of bad news: gun violence, hurricanes, earthquakes, nuclear war, fake news, and more. Over the summer, the local humane society in Appleton, Wisconsin shared a story of one of its dogs, a chocolate lab named Hank, who was available for adoption, but had done something very wrong. What to do?

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Tech Soup

JULY 19, 2013

surviving Mother Nature’s wrath: tornado, hurricane, flood, fire. There are two options: remote and local. With local, your. If mail is stored locally on users’ computers, and not on the mail server, the mail folder on each computer should be. frequent backups can help there. inaccessible?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 6, 2008

If you follow the mobile active blog , you'll know that in other areas of the world, using text messages to make a donation is commonplace. Previous mobile fundraising campaigns have included Text-to-Give campaigns to raise money during Hurricane Katrina and the Southern California fires this past October.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 29, 2023

It is the principle of donating time and energy towards a greater cause. Offering virtual volunteer opportunities helps many nonprofit organizations connect with new audiences and grow their reach beyond their local communities. Boost donations. Let’s take a closer look at this phenomenon!

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Have Fun - Do Good

JULY 30, 2006

If Grace got a call from a source that she wasn’t sure was real, she would call the local fire department for more information. She steered away from using a PayPal button and worked only with donations of supplies and equipment. People wanted to see how her town looked before, as well as after the hurricane. Tips from Sara 1.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 7, 2012

We're all familiar with it, a message saying "Help the recovery from Hurricane Sandy. Text MUTUALAID to 69866 to donate $10." You can use Connect2Give to: Create a mobile website for collecting donations and sharing information about your organization without having to deal with app development.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As explained in Double the Donation’s workplace giving guide , “workplace giving is an umbrella term, which means it can refer to multiple types of programs. ” America’s Charities’ workplace giving statistics estimate that $5 billion is donated through workplace giving every year.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

As explained in Double the Donation’s workplace giving guide , “workplace giving is an umbrella term, which means it can refer to multiple types of programs. ” America’s Charities’ workplace giving statistics estimate that $5 billion is donated through workplace giving every year.

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See3

OCTOBER 29, 2007

New Orleans had problems long before the hurricane and the destruction only has exacerbated a long list of problems. While working locally, these folks live communally and study both how to make change in the world and the Jewish connections to social justice. Learn more about AVODAH and make a donation while you’re at it.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 28, 2008

But donating money to a charity, even a small amount (or in-kind items ) can certainly help with part of the need and raise awareness in others. Ask people to donate to a cause instead of gifts. Last year, when I turned 51, I posted a challenge on my blog - could I get 51 people to donate $10 to the Sharing Foundation?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 22, 2008

Based on Austin, Texas, I caught up with Connie to find how she is using Social Media raise money for victims of Hurricane Ike and other recent social media fundraising causes. It turned into a day-long event that was live-streamed, with food donated by local merchants, and it attracted news coverage. Tell me about you.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 5, 2024

Let’s dive in so you can start driving more donations! Once you have a supporter’s contact information and permission to text them, you can use texts as a critical touchpoint for building relationships that lead to more donations and increased involvement. Donate by midnight to help us provide clean water to those in need.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 2, 2014

Hurricane season kicked off on June 1 and we’ve already got our first tropical depression in the Atlantic. A disaster can be as big as a hurricane or as small as a water main break that floods your office and surrounding neighborhood. Discuss and make a plan for how to accept (or turn down) offers of inkind donations.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 9, 2007

Photo by Life in Africa For this week's BlogHer Holiday Guide post, I needed to come up with a list of nonprofit organizations or causes that BlogHer readers may consider making a donation to as part of their year-end giving. He recommends the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network , works with local rape crisis centers nationwide.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 26, 2017

In the aftermath of Hurricanes Rita and Katrina , about 22% of total funding went to the American Red Cross (ARC). Historically, and initial numbers from recent disasters reflect the same trend, corporations focus on the use of intermediaries to ensure their large donations are distributed to the correct organizations.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 27, 2018

Increasingly, though, employees are asking to have a voice in their matching programs, wanting their donation and associated match to go to an organization close to home (physically or emotionally). Another inexpensive way to explore your employees’ passions , and test what partners resonate the most, is a crowdfunding page.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 1, 2015

A campaign that raised awareness and donations for ALS to epic proportions. ” to “Can I donate if I don’t dump water on my head.” They are increasing grants to certified centers and chapters are investing more in local needs, caregiver programs and access to assisted technology.

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