Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Most people on social don’t watch a video until the end. When Hurricane Harvey hit last year, ShelterBox USA wanted to act fast. It also helps people get emotionally invested in the mission of the non-profit. Save the Best for First. You really only have a few seconds to grab attention. Get their attention with a “hook” (i.e.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 8, 2009

Source: Weather Channel Alerts 2009 was looking like a very uneventful hurricane season. That is until Hurricane Ida slammed into El Salvador killing 91 people as of this writing. He set up a Ning site Hurricane Information Center. It is now headed towards the gulf coast of the US.

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Candid

AUGUST 2, 2023

Whether it’s global heatwaves, flooding in Pakistan, Canadian wildfires that block out the sun, decade-long droughts in Africa, or ever more powerful hurricanes, natural disasters have our attention. For example, Hurricane Katrina, in August of 2005, presented as a once-in-a-generation disaster. That is no longer the case.

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NTEN

AUGUST 30, 2011

We know our friends over at the Red Cross have been expertly using social media for disaster response for years now, but this weekend, with Hurricane Irene set to touch down all along the east coast, we saw many other organizations and government entities reaching out via social media, as well.

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VisionLink

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

Sometimes it helps to see the people impacted by disaster--the personal stories. Among the scenes of devastation from Hurricane Sandy, he has found a few smiles as well, as captured above. They bring into sharp relief the assets that bring resilience, and the spirit of nearly all people to help one another.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 30, 2011

I grew up in a small town by the New Jersey shore in a house a block from the Atlantic Ocean that my elderly parents still live in today. With Hurricane threatening a direct hit and potential devastating damage, emergency officials called for a mandatory evacuation — something that hasn’t happened in many years.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 14, 2024

But, to ensure you’re able to respond to those in need, you must first make sure your organization is prepared to protect your own people and property. For Hurricanes * Your shutters serve as the first line of defense against heavy winds and flying debris, protecting your windows and doors and, by extension, everything inside your facility.

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Forum One

JUNE 15, 2022

Earthquake or Hurricane High Clear communication of upcoming touchpoints, meetings, and activities needed from key staff ensures critical team members have an understudy. Class: Fires, Quicksand, Hurricanes, Earthquakes. Hurricane = Something that can be seen coming, but is not yet causing harm. Plan for Hurricanes.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

The blasts caused destruction for several miles, killing nearly 220 people and injuring more than 6,000 others. magnitude mainshock left nearly 1 million people without access to power. Philanthropy responded to one of the biggest non-nuclear explosions in history with $1.4 million in aid. Puerto Rico “ earthquake swarm.”

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Candid

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Long-term implications for the sector Our country has a history of generous giving to causes as diverse as we are: from hurricane and wildfire relief efforts to community kitchens to feed the hungry and shelter for the unhoused, from individual donations of $25 to multimillion-dollar foundation grants.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 21, 2023

Do you have the time or resources to find out what people are saying? As we mentioned above, it’s good to keep tabs on what people are saying about your nonprofit. Names of important people in your organization: This includes founders, board members, and other prominent figures.

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DipJar

JANUARY 5, 2022

Consider daytime events during the winter; many people prefer driving during the day instead of risking the icy roads at night. And don’t forget about hurricane season! Late summer and early fall bring hurricanes to certain parts of the country. People love their football! Stay Away From Big Sporting Events.

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Media Cause

APRIL 19, 2021

Although COVID halted travel and slowed down our manufacturing, climate change continued to fuel raging wildfires and an endless hurricane season. The environmental justice movement was started by individuals, primarily people of color, who sought to address the inequity of environmental protection in their communities, dating back to 1968.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 23, 2021

Whether it’s a hurricane, a tornado, a typhoon or a flood, these organizations mobilize and are ready to fill whatever needs they can. As we head into 2021 Atlantic hurricane and wildfire season in the northern hemisphere, the need for safeguarding vulnerable employees becomes more pressing each day.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 5, 2024

You’re proud of the network you’ve created, so lead with a message to supporters that talks all about the numbers of pantries and numbers of people reached. People are not going to give merely because you exist. Why aren’t enough people aware of us? It will be a good chance to engage people. To boost a marginalized group.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 23, 2023

I’ve always been an optimist—believing people are more interested in the solution and the progress forward, than alarm and complaint. This is especially true for mass marketing messages and broad fundraising appeals for monumental events like hurricanes or earthquakes. I have struggled with this throughout my fundraising career.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

In 2019, millions of people around the world were affected by disasters and humanitarian crises. Hurricane Dorian caused catastrophic damage in the Bahamas and parts of the eastern United States. Wildfires plagued the Amazon, California and Australia. webinar in collaboration with Candid on Thursday, Nov. 18 at 2 p.m.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Note from Beth: With the hurricanes, gun violence, and fires, I gave generously, including donations to Global Giving funds. Donors have given about equal amounts to Hurricane Harvey ($4.0M as they have to the recent hurricanes in Puerto Rico + the Caribbean ($4.6M Photo by Fuel Relief Fund on GlobalGiving. since Aug.)

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VisionLink

SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

As one of his colleagues said of him, "he was one of the most generous people in an organization known for its generosity." Whether creating large scale solutions during Hurricane Katrina, or day-to-day ideas that paved the way to more efficient and effective work, Michael''s presence was constant, steady, tenacious and strong.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Putting this best practice into action, in 2019—two years after Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico—the Amgen Foundation awarded $257,500 to the University of Puerto Rico for rebuilding efforts. . We understand the instinct to donate in the immediate aftermath of a disaster, and it’s essential to address urgent needs. and internationally.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 13, 2020

Fortunately, we live in a time where technology can help bring people together in new and creative ways to fundraise without the requirement of being face-to-face with one another. Early in my career, I worked on the Race for the Cure in Houston when a hurricane swept through 10 days before our event.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 31, 2012

Relief organizations and first-responders are working tirelessly to provide aid to those affected by Hurricane Sandy. The staff at TechSoup Global is keeping all those affected by the devastating hurricane in our thoughts as we work to support recovery efforts. Google's Hurricane Sandy map currently shows areas with power outages.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 7, 2019

person social media team could not keep up with requests for aid during Hurricane Harvey two years ago. Even though the answers are available on the organization’s web site and Facebook page, they discovered engagement and conversation got people to the information faster.

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The Nerdy NonProfit

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

People are more likely to fill out forms at certain times. A 2015 study from Formstack polled more than 650,000 people across various industries to determine submission habits. The results found there are certain times of day when people are more likely to submit information than others, which differ depending on the forms’ purpose.

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DipJar

APRIL 20, 2021

During this time, the eggs can be eaten by predators, damaged by tropical storms and hurricanes, exposed by beach goers digging on the beach, and more. Since most people visit the Center with family and friends, the DipJars at the entrance are set to $10, $15, and $20 to allow for easier group donations.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 11, 2012

What about Hurricane Sandy? Here are a few of the more common questions: Are people giving more to the presidential campaigns and less to nonprofits? Are people giving less because of possible changes to charitable tax deductions? Are people going to give less because they donated to Hurricane Sandy relief?

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Qgiv

AUGUST 19, 2021

magnitude earthquake shook the island killing over 1,900 people. Supporting nonprofits in their hurricane relief efforts helps tremendously with the relief effort. No matter how devastating a storm is, there are always people waiting to help. Last weekend, the island of Haiti was hit hard by not one, but two, natural disasters.

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Classy

AUGUST 17, 2021

With access to only a few dozen doctors in the area, people are desperately seeking care and safety. . All donations are currently being routed to provide immediate support, which is a natural extension of Hope for Haiti’s mission to improve the quality of life for the Haitian people, particularly children. Facebook: Hope for Haiti.

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Cloud 4 Good

APRIL 16, 2021

“The abrupt shift happened almost overnight for Harold Grinspoon Foundation and we had to shift very quickly,” said Jordan, “my president said to me at 4:45 PM on a Friday that I need to accommodate for 100 people in our workforce to be able to connect and continue their work remotely on Monday.

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VisionLink

OCTOBER 8, 2015

During Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, VisionLink became the nation's system of record for millions of people and thousands of shelters. It is reassuring to know that VisionLink software has been tested like no other.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

For example, when Hurricane Harvey hit, ShelterBox USA was swift to put out a video letting their audience know that they had people on the ground assessing how they would be able to help. They put around $200 to advertise their video to maximize its reach, given Hurricane Harvey’s prevalence on social media.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 5, 2024

The more people you get to opt in, the more supporters you can cultivate relationships with over text. Campaign update: Thank you again for your donation to our hurricane relief campaign! Conversion rates tell you how many people take a certain action after receiving your texts, such as making a donation or signing up to volunteer.

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Forum One

JUNE 2, 2022

The IRS can’t launch new platforms in early April, any more than FEMA can roll out new processes in the middle of hurricane season). 508 compliance is a great start, but the Executive Order specifically focuses on serving people with disabilities and those traditionally underserved, left out, or denied access.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 28, 2012

Perhaps that is what most people judge the movie on. . Yes, they chose to stay in their incredibly vulnerable housing during a hurricane (theoretically Katrina, or something a lot like it,) and they choose to leave the evacuation center to go back home. Of course marginal people are resilient.

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VisionLink

AUGUST 29, 2011

The impacted area from Hurricane Irene was larger than the European continent. million people without power, and some rivers yet to see their highest crest, many people need considerable assistance. The Red Cross opened more than 500 shelters, providing local assistance across the entire eastern seaboard. With more than 5.5

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 15, 2021

For example, humanitarian organisations like Oxfam are delivering disaster relief to people whose homes have been destroyed by severe weather, innovating drought-resistant agricultural crops, and training farmers in new techniques to improve the resilience of local and global supply chains.

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Tech Soup

MAY 30, 2014

Microsoft's HelpBridge is a free app available on all the major mobile platforms that connects you with friends and family during a disaster such as an earthquake or a hurricane. It does this by simultaneously: Sending an e-mail to people you choose. Sending an SMS text to the people you choose. All that in one little app.

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