VisionLink

APRIL 11, 2022

We're all about improving hurricane preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation in order to save lives and property in the United States and the tropical islands of the Caribbean and Pacific. Come on down! Visionlink is at booth 119.

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VisionLink

MARCH 4, 2019

Thousands of volunteers have offered to assist in the Hurricane Harvey relief efforts. Due to the ongoing uncertainty of Hurricane Irma, other states will be added as necessary. High-level government officials have directed these generous people to National VOAD and their member agencies.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2018

When Hurricane Harvey hit last year, ShelterBox USA wanted to act fast. As Hurricane Harvey hit last year, they created a video quickly with just an image of the doppler image of the hurricane, one photo from the devastation in Texas and then a couple photos from other natural disasters where they provided relief in a similar way.

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VisionLink

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Map illustrates damage reports as hurricane hits North Carolina. 5, 2015— VisionLink , a community inspired software and consulting company, has developed a free, shareable, real-time, geo-tagged map depicting actual damage reports produced by Hurricane Joaquin. BOULDER, Colo. —

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In a business climate that feels like a hurricane looms perpetually on the horizon, I’ve noticed an optimistic trend. Culture is a rising priority among CEOs. The most enlightened see positive values and a safe, equitable environment as key components of success.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

Any donations that were dropped off at A Family Storage would then be moved in a Cool Box container up to Hurricane Sandy relief centers. We chose to target users who had liked “Charity”, “Charity Events”, “Non-Profit”, “Hurricane Sandy Relief” and many similar variations.

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NTEN

AUGUST 30, 2011

We know our friends over at the Red Cross have been expertly using social media for disaster response for years now, but this weekend, with Hurricane Irene set to touch down all along the east coast, we saw many other organizations and government entities reaching out via social media, as well.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 30, 2011

I grew up in a small town by the New Jersey shore in a house a block from the Atlantic Ocean that my elderly parents still live in today. With Hurricane threatening a direct hit and potential devastating damage, emergency officials called for a mandatory evacuation — something that hasn’t happened in many years.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 2, 2017

It has been ten days since Hurricane Maria has devastated the Island of Puerto Rico. We have read the harrowing news reports about a lack of food, electricity, and water and people dying. We are horrified by the scale of destruction and suffering of our fellow Americans as they wait for aid to reach them. Where should be donate?

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Candid

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season saw 18 tropical events , including 11 hurricanes. Hurricane Milton: Implications of repeated storms Milton was the third storm to hit Florida in three months and the second to hit in two weeks. How much relief funding has been invested in the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season?

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Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

Growing up in Mystic, CT, I lived through two hurricanes: Gloria in 1985 and Bob (on my birthday!) Gloria and Bob were "regular" hurricanes. News) Hurricane Sandy: How to Help & What You Need to Know (Huffington Post) Helping the Survivors of Hurricane Sandy Victims (Marie Claire) Shocked by Photos of Hurricane Sandy?

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 9, 2012

Disaster fundraising for Hurricane Sandy appears to be lagging other major events, but there is a lot more going on here than initial appearances.

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Care2

OCTOBER 31, 2012

We hope all of our readers on the East Coast are safe and sound after Hurricane Sandy. I also wanted to share Cynthia Samuels, (who runs the Care2 Cause Channel) terrific compilation of resources on how folks can help in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. Check it out and let me know if you have additional resources to add.

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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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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Hurricane Ian Update. Qgiv’s headquarters is in Lakeland, FL, and will likely be impacted by Hurricane Ian. Effects of the hurricane will likely be felt in our region beginning Wednesday, September 28. The post Hurricane Ian Update appeared first on Qgiv Blog.

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VisionLink

AUGUST 28, 2019

Visionlink is proud to support the work of National VOAD's Project Comeback in Texas with our multi-agency Disaster Case Management solution, helping more than 700 case managers from 14 nonprofit partners assist more than 12,000 households.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

Even before Facebook helped raise $10 million dollars for the Center for Disaster Philanthropy for Hurricane Harvey relief, Facebook “Donate” buttons and fundraisers created by Facebook users were popping up in the feed with increased frequency.

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NetWits

NOVEMBER 1, 2012

The first days following a disaster like Hurricane Sandy or other emergencies can be crucial for organizations as they reach out to supporters and request help. Here are 7 tips for engaging with your supporters during a time of need.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

With catastrophic flooding and winds of up to 150 mph, Hurricane Ian has had a devastating impact on many areas of Florida and Cuba. While it’s difficult to see how Hurricane Ian has affected the lives of so many people, and we don’t yet know the full aftermath of the storm, there are plenty of ways you can lend a hand to those in need.

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VisionLink

SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

Whether creating large scale solutions during Hurricane Katrina, or day-to-day ideas that paved the way to more efficient and effective work, Michael''s presence was constant, steady, tenacious and strong. I will remember him best as the behind the scenes architect of solutions that have and will help millions of people.

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TechImpact

AUGUST 21, 2013

Disaster recovery is a critical part of computing for many nonprofits, but for the Heart of Florida United Way, based in Orlando, the threat of hurricanes and other heavy storms made it even more important.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 21, 2012

Several of the NNTSP partners are combining efforts for a response to Hurricane Sandy. You can help by making offers of technology devices and other support via Microsoft's ReadyReach Hurricane Sandy Portal , or at: National Donations Management Network Pennsylvania. What Can You Do to Help?

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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. Find the Helpers. Learn more and donate here.

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VisionLink

APRIL 15, 2014

Geospatial mapping is an increasingly hot topic in large-scale natural disasters, including Hurricane Sandy and the Oklahoma Tornadoes. As technology continues to advance, data mapping is moving from being a powerful tool for specific cases to being a new norm in all disaster relief.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 3, 2008

The Federal Hurricane Response widget is a web tool designed to help share information during a major emergency with links to authoritative federal government sites on how to get help; finding friends and family; health and safety information; how to donate and volunteer; and a summary of what the government is doing.

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Candid

APRIL 9, 2024

That distinction previously belonged to the Greater Houston Community Foundation, after Hurricane Harvey.) million awarded in response to non-epidemic disasters including Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria and the earthquake in Mexico. In 2017, Candid and CDP tracked pledges totaling $531 million for Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria.

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VisionLink

APRIL 11, 2024

and the first glimpses of the 2024 hurricane season that starts June 1st. Is your organization prepared to respond and support during a community-wide disaster? If your answer is no, Visionlink is standing by to help you prepare for the next big storm.

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VisionLink

MAY 6, 2024

Visionlink is proud to have supported hundreds of declared disaster events across the United States, beginning with Hurricane Katrina and now active from Hawaii to Vermont, Florida to Oregon--and in many other locations across the United States. It is a community-built solution, constantly evolving and always ready.

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VisionLink

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

As a former member of the New Jersey Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (NJ VOAD), Aaron coordinated Hurricane Sandy and Irene response efforts for Mormon Helping Hands. As the new Disaster Product Manager for VisionLink, Aaron comes from an extensive and distinguished background.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JULY 16, 2006

She did a lot of work on the hurricane aftermath (she's an expert on hazardous waste, and a gazillion other things). Any IT setup has to be distributed as we saw so many single point data sources taken out by Hurricane Katrina, with no alternate location for getting same data stream. I thought her comments would be worth posting.

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Have Fun - Do Good

JANUARY 22, 2013

CMCE creates academic and artistic programs to help children and youth understand and overcome violent world events.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 11, 2012

What about Hurricane Sandy? Are people going to give less because they donated to Hurricane Sandy relief? Most giving in response to Hurricane Sandy has been to a small number of nonprofits focused on the relief efforts. Hurricane Sandy is unlikely to have a significant impact on this trend. Is it the economy?

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Blue Fox

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Hurricane Helene is Just the Latest. Whether it's wildfires in the Pacific Northwest and California, tornadoes or blizzards in the Midwest, or hurricanes and flooding in the South and on the East Coast, it can sometimes feel like there's a disaster somewhere every day. Significant natural disasters are more and more common these days.

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Amy Sample Ward

APRIL 7, 2011

This included SXSW organizers, the Red Cross, Hurricane Party, the Hanson Brothers, and many more to promote the campaign. We also leverage media opportunities to drive traffic to the campaign site. Partnerships – We partnered with as many groups and sponsors as we could. Hanson led a 12-hour telethon that featured over 40+ artists.

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Donorbox

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

Ice caps are melting, droughts, wildfires, and super hurricanes are tearing their way across the planet. Global temperatures are climbing. One out of every 10 plants and animal species is expected to go extinct by 2050. By 2030, we may only have 10 percent of the rainforests left.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 19, 2022

A great example of this type of time-sensitive fundraising comes in the aftermath of a natural disaster like a wildfire or hurricane. Because of this, these types of organizations can rarely wait 6 – 12 months before raising funds. Local community members or charitable individuals will work together to raise funds for those affected.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 28, 2012

Yes, they chose to stay in their incredibly vulnerable housing during a hurricane (theoretically Katrina, or something a lot like it,) and they choose to leave the evacuation center to go back home.

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