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This magical California camp is designed by—and for—visually impaired people

Fast Company Tech

The camp was originally designed in the early 1900s for people with sight, but it has become a beloved retreat for the blind and visually-impaired for the last 75 years. This is an experience and a property that reflects that it was created by and for blind people.

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How people secured their secrets before encyption

Fast Company Tech

Centuries before encrypted texts and secure video conferencing, people relied on physical engineering to keep their written messages sturdy, sealed, and secure against eavesdroppers. “When Jana showed me these models, suddenly all this kind of material fell into place,” he says. ”

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Doing good, wrong? The role of philanthropy in keeping people safe

Candid

However, the positive impact of these contributions can be undermined when organizations fail to prioritize the safety and well-being of the people they serve. The role of philanthropy in keeping people safe appeared first on Candid insights. Philanthropy invests billions of dollars annually to address pressing social issues.

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“Talk to your people about your purpose and your values.” Leadership expert Bill George’s advice to CEOs dealing with tariff chaos

Fast Company Tech

We had 9/11, the meltdown of the banks in 2008, COVID, which affected every single human being on the planet in one way or another, and now the chaos thats taking place in trade and other things as a result of leadership in the United States. MC: Theres no shortage of people offering leadership advice on LinkedIn and TikTok.

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6 Innovative QR Code Strategies for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

They can help you raise money, gather volunteers, inspire your donors, better understand your supporters, and connect with people who may not have heard of your organization. Volunteer Recruitment: A QR code displayed on banners at a maker’s market or fundraising event can simplify sign-up for interested people.

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Boost Your Nonprofit Fundraising with Print-on-Demand Merchandise

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Print-on-demand is a fulfillment model where products are printed and shipped only after a customer places an order. Printful’s goal is to make on-demand manufacturing the norm for a planet with finite resources and people with infinite ideas. But, managing inventory, handling production, and shipping orders can be a real headache.

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5 Ways to Build a Digital Community that will Transform Your Nonprofit

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Every nonprofit strives to make the world a better place, and a strong community is essential to achieving that goal. Digital communities allow nonprofits to reach more people, amplify their message, and increase their overall impact. The larger and more engaged a community, the greater the opportunity is to make a lasting impact.

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