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Lessons from the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season: What philanthropy can do better

Candid

But what happens when the hurricane leads to flooding , as Helene did in six states, causing upwards of $53 billion in North Carolina alone ? CDP encourages giving grants locally as much as possible. million to the North Carolina Community Foundation to support recovery needs across Western North Carolina.

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NCAA March Madness 2025 livestream: How to watch the men’s and women’s First Four games

Fast Company Tech

Mens fans were shocked to see the University of North Carolina included in the tournament after its 2213 record in the 202425 season. 1 seed from South Carolina. truTV) San Diego State vs. North Carolina: 9:10 p.m. Its hard not to be an armchair critic when the teams and seeds are announced. Mary’s: 6:40 p.m.

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

sgEngage

Highlight the positives : When a disaster poses a threat, its easy to focus on the frightening images and statistics on social media and local news. The clips focused less on the devastation and more on hope, showing local families receiving immediate aid, such as vouchers for hotels and cash cards. Heres how fundraisers can help.

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Amazon to lean on local businesses for "last mile" delivery

TechSpot

In an exclusive report, Axios claims Amazon will start recruiting existing business in roughly half of the country's states on Monday including Alabama, California, Florida, Indiana, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, and Washington to participate. Read Entire Article

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How To Help After Hurricane Helene

Bloomerang

Entire communities have been destroyed, and millions are without power across Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia, and more than 100 lives have been lost in the wake of this dangerous Category 4 hurricane. To donate to their fundraiser click here.

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Geo-Tagged Map Shows Impact of Hurricane Joaquin in Real Time

VisionLink

Map illustrates damage reports as hurricane hits North Carolina. VisionLink is partnering with local churches and community groups to poll between 2,000-3,000 people throughout North Carolina. BOULDER, Colo. —

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Brand Refresh, TV Relief Event For United Way Worldwide

The NonProfit Times

Williams explained that a Nashville performer who wanted to help raise money contacted local United Way officials who notified UWW. As it passed over Florida and Georgia, Helene weakened to a tropical storm over the Carolinas. Williams contacted UWW board of trustees member Melissa C.