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A powerful new tool to combat hunger and homelessness

Candid

The response was clear: In that moment, our donors were focused most on hunger and homelessness in the United States, two interwoven problems that have been greatly exacerbated by the ripple effects of COVID-19. . The severity of the hunger and homelessness crises varies by region, state, and community.

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22 Statistics About #GivingTuesday Donors Worldwide

Nonprofit Tech for Good

511 was given online in the United States within the first 24 hours of GivingTuesday 2019, an increase of 28%. Canada and the United States – 26%. 5) The causes that donors give to on GivingTuesday: Hunger and homelessness – 13%. The median gift size was $50. Europe – 6%.

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50 Nonprofits Every U.S. Politican Should Follow on Twitter

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Humane Society of the United States :: @ HumaneSociety. National Coalition for the Homelessness :: @ NTL_Homeless. million registered nonprofits in the United States alone, of course I missed a few (and some whose very mention is politically divisive were left of the list intentionally). Maplight :: @ MapLight.

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22 Online Gift Stores That Benefit Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. BFAS runs the largest no-kill animal sanctuary in the United States and works nationwide to create a time of No More Homeless Pets. Amnesty International Shop. promoting human rights.

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Cut Through the Clutter: Why Storytelling Matters for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Invisible people , a nonprofit organization dedicated to changing the narratives about homelessness, uses videos to help supporters and prospective donors learn more about the struggles of homelessness. Most of the videos feature a homeless person sharing their life story, struggles, and success. Tap into shared experiences.

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6 Places to Find Grants for Your Non-Profit

The Fundraising Authority

For example, if you are an organization fighting homelessness in Kansas City, you’ll want to search terms like: Grants homelessness Grants homelessness Kansas City Funding homeless shelter Missouri “Our Donors” homeless shelter Missouri Grants received homelessness Etc.

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82 Fundraising and Social Media Stats for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

The top countries where individuals give the most often (not necessarily the most money) are (1) Myanmar, (2) The United States, (3) New Zealand, (4) Australia, and ; (5) Ireland ( Charities Aid Foundation World Giving Index ). homelessness (8%), and education (7%) ( Global Trends in Giving Report ). Email Fundraising.