Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 19, 2009

Oakland Local is launching today! Oakland Local is a news & community site for Oakland, CA, USA, focusing on social justice issues including climate change, air quality, food access, arts as activists, and identity, race & ethnicity. About Oakland Local. You can also connect with Oakland Local on twitter and facebook.

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The NonProfit Times

APRIL 29, 2024

Kars4Kids, a Lakewood, New Jersey charity, first deployed its earworm 1-877-KARS-4-KIDS jingle in commercials that began airing locally in the New York-New Jersey region in 1999. America Can! Colin Weatherwax, CEO of America Can, said his group is considering an appeal. “We However, only one of them is happy with the result.

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EveryAction

JULY 12, 2023

Despite the fact that several states are still in session—not to mention those that work year-round—you’re going to have big hopes and legislative goals for next year, and it’s important to plant the seeds for successful campaigns now. Create a petition and ask some local volunteers or staff to gather signatures at those events.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 28, 2012

If you’re in the US today, there’s probably little chance you didn’t know it was Memorial Day – from the specials on TV, to local events, to remembrance stories, and even community gatherings, it’s hard to miss the message of today’s holiday. A simple commitment.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Manager, Direct Marketing Fundraising Services, long-time staff of the national nonprofit Feeding America , knows better. Aaron and his team have designed a donor thank you process that’s an ongoing practice integrated into the fundraising culture at Feeding America. They seek “an America where no one is hungry.”

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 28, 2021

95% of Black Americans agree that companies should promote racial equity in the workplace , but 83% said companies have more work to do. If our country hopes to achieve an equitable society, corporate America must operate equitable businesses and help lead the way for long lasting change. .

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Tech Soup

JULY 18, 2017

Now that TechSoup’s Local Impact Map has officially launched , let's discover one of great new organizations featured there. nonprofits like Teach for America take on the hard work of rebuilding and reinventing education in places where schools have failed or where dropout rates among low-income children are very high.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2023

The organization recognized that having a mentor can improve young people’s academic, social, and economic prospects and works to close the mentoring gap that exists for 1 in 3 young people. Get involved with your local MENTOR affiliate and check out their calendar of events to see what kinds of events you can attend. Final thoughts.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Today, we’re introducing our first Salesforce.org Impact Labs cohort on zero hunger and their work on U.S How might we inspire funders to work toward long-range impact? In the next phase, we will continue to work with the community to build out these ideas. Food Insecurity. These ideas are just the beginning.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 8, 2022

Reach out to your local schools to see if they’re looking for any specific supplies for the school year. Volunteer at your local school. If you’ve attended a local school yourself or know any students, connect with new students to give tours and advice on how to navigate their new school and help set to rest any first-day jitters.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 2, 2020

For example, Feeding America is a nonprofit with a national network of more than 200 food banks. These posts provide both an emotional connection for the audience and a material demonstration of the impact the nonprofit’s work is having. Work With Influencers. Other orgs take different approaches.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 3, 2014

If your charity or library happens to be located in rural America, it's not your imagination that it is harder to get grant funding in rural locations. She regards her life's work as leveling that playing field. This was a very popular TechSoup webinar with over 300 attendees. The Resource Gap in Rural Funding.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

Now that TechSoup’s Local Impact Map has officially launched , let's discover one of great new organizations featured there. nonprofits like Teach for America take on the hard work of rebuilding and reinventing education in places where schools have failed or where dropout rates among low-income children are very high.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Don't worry, there are NetSquared groups in 75 cities who are dedicated to holding events for their local nonprofit technology communities. The targets need to be linked like so: --> Jump to events in North America or go international with events in. Central and South America. Code for America Civic Hack Night.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 2, 2022

For impact-driven organizations like Boys & Girls Clubs of America , an organization devoted to helping young people achieve their full potential, close community connections mean they are facing society’s biggest challenges head-on. – Lorraine Orr, Chief Operating Officer, Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

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Neon CRM

MAY 23, 2023

Whether you’re looking to contact your congressional representatives or donate to a local nonprofit, here are four groups you’ll love (plus a resource for finding tons more). The group began its work in January of 2020 as a response to rising violence toward AAPI communities and has been working to end racial violence ever since.

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VisionLink

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

3 Today, VisionLink would like to share our gratitude towards all 2-1-1’s across North America and the qualified call specialists, the backbone of 2-1-1. 2-1-1 is confidential and helps people across North America find the local resources they need. 2 Be proud of the work you do every day, everywhere across North America.

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Tech Soup

JULY 18, 2017

TechSoup Global's new Local Impact Map is a trove of information on what nonprofits, NGOs, and libraries around the world are doing with their TechSoup-procured IT to further their missions. One that jumped out at me is the work that Anderson Center for Autism (ACA) in Staatsburg, New York is doing.

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Candid

MAY 21, 2021

Nine out of ten affluent American households continued to give to charity in 2020, a report from Bank of America and Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy finds. Additionally, many households expanded giving by donating to local businesses and individuals during the pandemic.".

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Qgiv

AUGUST 13, 2021

Today, we observe August 17 as National Nonprofit Day to acknowledge the positive impact that nonprofit organizations have on our local communities and around the world. National Nonprofit Day gives us a moment to pause and reflect on the incredible work nonprofits do every day. Are you inspired by a local nonprofit?

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Parker, a Seneca Indian who worked as the director of the Museum of Arts and Science in Rochester, N.Y. As part of his goal to create a heritage day for the “First Americans,” he persuaded the Boy Scouts of America to set aside a day for acknowledgment for three years. The earliest efforts were led in the early 1900s by Dr. Arthur C.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Keep America Beautiful. PADI AWARE Foundation is a publicly funded nonprofit whose mission is to drive local action for global ocean conservation. The foundation helps build the capacity of organizations and coalitions with grants that support research or improve the learning and generation of local solutions to complex problems.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 29, 2021

In 2009, Rue Mapp started a blog to share her experience participating in outdoor recreation activities as a Black woman in America. The first post I wrote in 2009 was about a perspective-shifting trip I had taken with a local bike group of people who mostly looked like me. I knew that local relevance mattered.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2023

The Giving USA 2023: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2022 is the most comprehensive report on philanthropy in America and the data within sheds light on the state of fundraising and ways nonprofits can overcome shortfalls in funding. Grants In 2023, apply for grants from foundations that fund the kind of work that you do.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

It’s being re-published today in honor of International Day of the Girl to highlight Malala Fund’s important work around education for girls. To mitigate the impacts of this pandemic on girls and secure a better future, we’ve found that supporting locally-led initiatives works best. Profound Change Starts With Local Partners.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 30, 2012

TechSoup Global's new Local Impact Map is a trove of information on what lots of nonprofits, NGOs, and libraries around the world are doing with their TechSoup-procured-IT to further their missions. One that jumped out at me is the work that Anderson Center for Autism (ACA). Here is just a sampling of what we have collected so far.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 1, 2021

Yet, for many people in America, food insecurity, or the lack of consistent access to adequate food for a healthy life, is a significant challenge and makes it more difficult for many to meet the nutritional needs of their household. V4V is good for the community, driving money into the local economy. The program is simple.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

For 15 years and counting, Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine has invited local leaders to participate in their annual Swan Derby fundraiser. I’m looking forward to sharing what’s worked for us in hopes other organizations can see similar success.”.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 15, 2023

Heart to Heart International has been working with partners on the ground in Maui to determine medical and supply needs and readying supplies in their warehouses to be shipped out to healthcare organizations, medical clinics, and others who have been impacted by the fire. Donate here to support their work.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

By bringing together the expertise of leaders from across sectors with the power of Salesforce technology and pro bono talent, this Impact Lab will aim to generate shareable insights and create a solution that supports the work of small-scale farmers in enabling them to make proactive, informed decisions. Why Small-Scale Farmers?

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sgEngage

AUGUST 3, 2021

Many CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) professionals have shifted their employee and community engagement strategies as the world shifted to virtual and socially distanced work. We see that organizations of all sizes rallied their employees to give and serve others in their local communities and around the world.

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Cloud 4 Good

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

They now work to help women and girls in over 100 countries by launching programs in local communities that have a direct and long-lasting impact. Working within the local communities helps build resiliency so communities can not only recover but thrive after a crisis. Tal Frankfurt, Founder/CEO of Cloud for Good, agrees.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012

These sorts of echo chambers are common inside the Twitterverse – it’s the same with most celebrities and musicians who also tend to only follow each other, but in the case of nonprofits and politicians who are working on many of the same issues, not following the nonprofits listed below is a lost opportunity.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

While applying to grants can be time consuming, they offer plenty of benefits to nonprofits, such as more awareness for your organization and a positive reputation for the work you do on top of the financial benefits. You’re more likely to receive funding if the purpose of the grant aligns with the work you’re doing.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 14, 2017

To mark the courage and strength of the brave men and women working on the front lines of conflict and raise awareness for those affected by disasters around the world, we’re highlighting 10 nonprofits that are making a difference by driving action and support for aid efforts. Oxfam America. Get Involved | Twitter | Facebook.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Collectively, churches comprise the largest segment of the nonprofit sector in America. In every locale in which it is used, participating entities should adapt its application to its particular context. The first step to local adaptation is involving affected populations in the community’s story of change.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 16, 2014

5: Give Local America Day — #GiveLocal15. 15: National Bike to Work Day — #BikeToWorkDay. 1: International Workers’ Day — #LaborDay and #LabourDay. 3: World Press Freedom Day — #WorldPressFreedomDay. 9: World Fair Trade Day — #WorldFairTradeDay.

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