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How European startups are aiding Ukrainian refugees

TechCrunch

Thomas Duscha, founder and CEO of Berlin-based battery swapping startup Swobbee , was in Poland visiting family in early March when the reach of the Ukraine crisis galvanized him to action. “I million have landed in Poland. Volunteers in the Berlin startup scene delivering supplies to Ukrainian refugees in Poland.

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3 things you can do right now to support Ukraine’s IT sector

TechCrunch

Emmy Gengler is the CEO of Softjourn , a global technology services provider with offices in California, Ukraine and Poland. Katia says that while volunteering is important for the war efforts, it is even more critical to fight on the economic front. Emmy Gengler. Contributor. Share on Twitter.

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5 New Year’s Rituals for Nonprofit Professionals to Build Personal Resilience

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

This year, I will do master classes in London, Croatia, and Poland. And, of course, I continued working on a number of volunteer projects, including serving as a board member to NTEN and LLC. I made it to the 1000K level for United, in part, due to too many International trips, including trips to London and Croatia.

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An inside look at a Ukrainian fintech startup adapting to life during wartime

TechCrunch

Some IT companies relocated their offices to the neighboring countries, mainly Poland, Romania and Hungary. IT companies are actively involved in volunteering at the corporate level to organize funds and initiatives to help the army financially. Volunteer projects. Only some of our employees left Ukraine.

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Nonprofit Technology Meetings In Your Community

Tech Soup

Every month NetSquared volunteers hold free or low cost educational events for people and organizations who want to use technology for social good. Warsaw, Poland: Open Access. Portland, OR: Volunteer meet and greet and help steer the rest of 2014 events. Ever wanted to discover the art of transmedia? Tuesday, February 25.

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NetSquared October Event Preview

Tech Soup

Warsaw, Poland: NetWtorek meetup. Houston, TX: Use Your Tech Powers for Good - Volunteer! Portland, OR: Mobile tips and tools for civic and social good. Thursday, October 3. Guatemala: Drupal Camp de Guatemala - 2013. Tuesday, October 8. Toronto, Canada: Intro to Crowdfunding for Nonprofits. Wednesday, October 9.

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Events Roundup: NetSquared Loves You this February

Tech Soup

Our events are powered by a global network of volunteers dedicated to building strong, self-sufficient local communities of nonprofit technology practitioners. Warsaw, Poland: e-volunteering. Portland, OR: Volunteer meet and greet and help steer the rest of 2014 events. Upcoming Events. Tuesday, January 28.