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Sustainable community-led solutions shaping disaster philanthropy 

Candid

Following Hurricane Maria, CDP directed resources to local Puerto Rican nonprofits to ensure recovery efforts were informed by lived experience and local expertise. Our long-term investment in Houston nonprofits strengthened their ability to lead localized disaster recovery efforts from Hurricane Harvey through ongoing severe weather events.

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Hurricane Irene and the Nonprofit Social Media Storm

NTEN

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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Corporate Responsibility’s Role During Disaster Response

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Across the globe, natural catastrophes strike unpredictably, from flooding and hurricanes to ice storms, earthquakes, and wildfires. Through volunteer opportunities and various charities listed as an option to donate to, companies can remain a voice for under-served communities who need extra support. Successful Outreach.

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The Next 4 Years: Tapping Into Nonprofit Expertise

The NonProfit Times

Just FYI, when a hurricane blew Homestead, Florida, pretty much the only thing left standing was the homes built by Habitat for Humanity. Murguía has also worked to amplify voices throughout her career, especially while heading the nation’s largest Latino advocacy nonprofit.

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As a Disaster Unfolds, Fundraisers Can Do More Than Raise Money

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When Hurricane Helene devastated North Carolina in 2024, the Asheville Humane Society partnered with animal rescue agencies in the region and the BISSELL Pet Foundation to evacuate animals and distribute supplies. This can make you a powerful voice for the community during and after a catastrophe.

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T-Mobile is offering its Starlink satellite texting feature for free until July

Engadget

Starlink support for voice calls and data is coming later, T-Mobile said. In the months that followed, the FCC had given them permission to enable satellite texting in certain locations so that people could stay connected in hurricane-hit areas. Now, anyone can try it, but it would be best to apply soon given the limited spots.

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Alphabet’s Loon balloons provide their first commercial internet service in Kenya

The Verge

The company’s balloons have already provided internet connectivity in the wake of disasters, like in Puerto Rico in 2017 after Hurricane Maria or in Peru after an earthquake in 2019 , but never as part of a large-scale commercial deployment. Download speeds of 18.9Mbps have been recorded.

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