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Guest Post by Michaela Hackner: Community Matters Even At SXSW

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Somewhere around 2006 or 2007, I got a call from Michaela asking for advice on a career path for Nonprofit Technology. I spent some time on the phone answering questions, referring resources, and later introduced her to colleagues. . to help promote awareness of homelessness in America.

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Writing for Change Conference: An Interview with Elizabeth Pomada

Have Fun - Do Good

EP: Well, Mayor Newsom has already given Michael the green hat, from San Francisco Green, because he works with the project Homeless Connect people. After I sold that, then Michael decided he wanted to be an agent when he sold the first Patty Hearst book in four phone calls. Britt: How are you making the event green?