Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 9, 2020

For example, we saw the Cleveland Clinic livestream the kickoff parties for their big annual endurance event, VeloSano, to build momentum through launch. For example, when COVID-19 hit, Hope for Haiti had to stop and evaluate whether or not they should still move forward with their Hike for Haiti Challenge.

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NTEN

JANUARY 27, 2010

I want to provide some updated findings for the entire year, as well as discuss the importance of online donations to support the Haiti earthquake relief efforts. Haiti Earthquake and Online Giving. The response to the Haiti earthquake by online and mobile donors has been awe-inspiring. Ongoing Research and Analysis.

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VisionLink

APRIL 24, 2015

The Medical Suite (see footnote below) is just one example of an MSRO working to expand healthcare in developing countries. VisionLink is also proud to be doing our part to improve access to services for vulnerable children and orphans in Haiti, with a new program launching in June.

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Forum One

JANUARY 22, 2010

Crisis Camp DC participants work hard to develop applications and tools for relief workers in Haiti. Earlier this week, I introduced a series of blog posts discussing the Good News Story in Haiti. One of the most compelling examples are the Crisis Camps that the community of developers and web geeks are leading around the world.

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Forum One

JANUARY 19, 2010

The images and stories coming out of Haiti are disturbing, upsetting, and unbelievably heartbreaking. These are just a few examples that raise my spirits and give me hope. President Obama sends his first "tweet" for the Red Cross at their headquarters Monday. Photo courtesy of the Red Cross.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 23, 2023

Here is an example: We recently met S., ” Another example: “ Our food pantry has more people seeking our help than ever before, and it’s a struggle to keep food on the shelves. For example, “ Your gift is the difference between life and death for the children of Haiti.” Provide specifics.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 20, 2010

In the past 8 days, the surge of generosity for Haiti relief has been amazing. Find a charity with a proven track record of success in providing disaster relief and one that has worked in Haiti. Do Not Give To The Haitian Government – Haiti is known to be a corrupt country. Author: Jordan Viator.

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Qgiv

MARCH 31, 2021

Planning Your Faith-based Peer-to-Peer Event Building A Compelling Campaign Website Encouraging Your Entire Organization To Get Involved Following Up With Your Supporters Post-Peer-to-Peer Event Faith-based Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Examples: Qgiv Clients. Here is an example of peer-to-peer fundraising event badges you might use.].

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VisionLink

JANUARY 27, 2010

VisionLink has launched a web-based Needs & Offers management solution for PQMD, the Partnership for Quality Medical Donations, to help with their relief efforts in Haiti. And given the diverse and ongoing needs in Haiti, it is simply an honor to be a part of the solution. Douglas Zimmerman President & CEO VisionLink, Inc.'

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The Modern Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

The “Text HAITI to 90999” campaign that the American Red Cross used to solicit donations for Haiti earthquake relief in 2010 is a popular example of this method. Text-to-Give first came out when our smartphones weren’t as smart, so this was the available method for taking donations by mobile phone at the time.

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The Modern Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

The “Text HAITI to 90999” campaign that the American Red Cross used to solicit donations for Haiti earthquake relief in 2010 is a popular example of this method. Text-to-Give first came out when our smartphones weren’t as smart, so this was the available method for taking donations by mobile phone at the time.

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TechImpact

AUGUST 7, 2014

Real world example. We’ve all heard about the $30 million dollars the Red Cross raised through mobile in just a few hours in the wake of the Haiti natural disaster. Every little bit helps, and this is a shining example of how even a small nonprofit can find success with the right formula.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 29, 2023

For example, “Thank you for your generous gift of 10 cases of bottled water for our community event. Let’s look at a few examples of donation receipts that put these components into action. Example #1 Subject: You really are a hero! Warmly, Jane Smith Executive Director Example #2 Subject: Here’s how we used your gift!

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 7, 2011

UNICEF Haiti365 – Be Their Voice – I'm really excited to see this new campaign from UNICEF – focused on the children in Haiti, and building on a multimedia effort to move people into engagement. "Haiti "Haiti 365 will continue to evolve as more people create videos and sign-up to show their support.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 20, 2012

Social media is one of the most tangible examples of the real time web. . In 2009, for example, two trapped girls in Australia chose to post to facebook for help rather than dialing emergency numbers directly. Another great example is Epic Change. We want to share while we are doing and have people respond immediately.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 28, 2011

The correlation found in Haiti is an example of a "confounding factor". Here are two other examples of confounding effects. A correlation was found between building damage and SMS streams, but only because both were correlated with the simple existence of buildings.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 29, 2010

JustGiving blog: Seven-year-old Charlie raises more than £100,000 for Haiti! – Read this great case study from JustGiving about Charlie's bike ride to raise money for Haiti relief support. "Charlie Here are five examples of the citizen philanthropist’s immediate impact."

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

An example of innovative AI is The Yeshi chatbot, created by Charity, which educates people about clean water. Another example of a chatbot being used for good is in the WFP (World Food Program), which uses the chatbot in Haiti and Nigeria to ask people about the food security and prices in their communities.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 14, 2010

Hijack your homepage to make Haiti the focus if it is a significant fundraising effort. Particularly note any past work in Haiti or any teams already on the ground. There are two problems with this: 1 – savvy donors will question where the money is going and 2 – other donors will assume it is going to Haiti.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 9, 2011

The January 12, 2010 catastrophic earthquake in Haiti showed some of the astonishing potential for volunteer-based digital disaster relief. A great example of crowdsourcing is Voluntweeters. At the time of the Haiti earthquake, very few people in the country were using Twitter, but it was enough to get news of needs out to the world.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 14, 2010

For example, if the crowd voted in huge numbers on a submission that didn’t necessarily fit the criteria, it doesn’t mean it should win. There are lots of examples of projects that use crowdsourcing, even this one! Convincing your executive team to use crowdsourcing shouldn’t take bribery.

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Care2

AUGUST 27, 2011

Ed Norton Talks Social Fundraising, Crowdrise, and Hope for Haiti. In the video interview, Norton highlights the Hope for Haiti campaign , as an example of a creative campaign that asked their existing supporters to fundraise for their organization. What was the incentive that helped them raise $176K in less than a month?

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 11, 2010

Oxfam in Haiti – Google Maps – This is a great example of how you can use a tool like Google Maps to tell a story and provide easy access to information – great job Oxfam! "Oxfam "Oxfam is responding to the biggest earthquake for 200 years in Haiti.

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TechImpact

JULY 17, 2014

For example, hunger is going to be a very expensive keyword. Try instead “end hunger in haiti.” A few tips if you’re getting into search engine marketing: Start with a modest budget and increase slowly as you see desired results. Buy less expensive, longer keywords. Make sure you’re keeping your ads consistent.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 8, 2010

For example, The Polly Klaas Foundation , a national nonprofit committed to promoting child safety, demonstrated a unique way to adjust its message to help with emergency response while remaining true to their mission. Adjust Your Message - Sometimes messaging around an event requires sensitivity.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 17, 2010

For example, yesterday I checked-in to Lowe’s who is donating $1 million to Haiti relief (forgot to mention they are donating the funds to the Red Cross). If you are at business venue that supports nonprofits, shout it out!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 22, 2013

It also offers examples, inspiration, and best practices for developing the leadership potential of these leaders in your nonprofit’s organization.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 6, 2012

For example, my colleague Shai Coggins from Connecting Up (the Australian version of NTEN), who always brings me Tim-Tams. For example, my colleague Shai [.] The annual awards luncheon is always one of my favorites and this year was a little bittersweet.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Here are some examples: Feed your hungry neighbors. For example: $81.33: Emergency Food and Hygiene Kit for one family for a week. More teens will grow into proud, capable adults who will build a stronger Haiti!” . Give the priceless gift of education . Give a veteran hope for a brighter tomorrow . 1,977: Be a hero!

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Care2

JANUARY 15, 2010

So in times of natural disasters like the catastrophic earthquake that hit Haiti and affected more then two million people, can a mobile strategy help raise money in times of crisis? “Increasingly, especially with major events like Haiti, carriers waive these fees for the halo effect of social marketing.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 12, 2015

For example, in post-earthquake Haiti, Dd trained and empowered local women to track and document incidents of gender-based violence. " "Traditionally marginalized groups like indigenous populations or the grassroots women in Haiti, when they are just telling their own stories, often they are not listened to.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 20, 2010

One of the most recent examples I've seen that exemplifies this concept is from the organization Free The Kids that used its influencers earlier this year when the earthquake in Haiti struck. Any other great examples of campaigns tapping into the power of "influencing the influencers"?

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BoardAssist

JUNE 6, 2017

Our work spans tiny nonprofits serving in Mali and Haiti, requiring a minimal financial commitment, to New York-based nonprofit household names that request significant funding from their board members, and everything in between. Additional Findings. – Was not based on the years the nonprofit had been in existence.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 31, 2014

For example, the game NeuroRacer can help the elderly improve their multitasking skills, with improvements in everyday activities that last for at least six months, according to a study published by a research team led by Dr. Adam Gazzaley. Games can also empower players to help solve seemingly impossible scientific problems. Around Gender.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 28, 2010

She shared some insights about the Red Cross’s social media work leading up to Haiti. She made great points about what they had in place the day before the earthquake in Haiti struck: Robust listening program where staff skims and responds. Over 1,000 mentions a day. They had social content.

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Care2

JANUARY 15, 2011

The American Red Cross reached tons of people on Twitter and Facebook after the tragic earthquake hit Haiti and raised a historical amount of money via texting to donate campaigns. But these examples are rarities. Tweetsgiving, created by Amanda Rose, raised $1.2 million within 14 months for 137 nonprofits.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 14, 2010

The American Jewish World Service (AJWS) , for example, shot amazing video of their work in India, Uganda and El Salvador a few years ago. In 2010 much of their focus was on responding to the earthquake in Haiti. In this example, the video would be used to get Beth’s friends to donate to support her participation in the event.

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