NTEN

APRIL 29, 2021

While day-to-day has been moving online for the past decade, the pandemic forced institutions to quickly move all services online. The attempt thrust digital inequity into the public’s awareness. Despite needing to access online services, almost a quarter of U.S. adults do not use home broadband. Learn more.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JULY 28, 2014

Gerardo helped Benetech dramatically increase our capacity to benefit larger populations by scaling our services, revamping our innovation process, and establishing a thriving network of industry partners and volunteers. Gerardo has publically shared many of his presentations on these and other topics, which are available via SlideShare.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

In Tableau’s Building Data Literacy Guide , 80% of employees report they’d stay in their job if they were trained in technology. Prioritizing data literacy will empower your staff as innovators, helping staff to enact lasting change at your association. . Routine training is key to better skilled and more productive employees.

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EveryAction

OCTOBER 31, 2016

Black Cat Rescue works to improve the public image of both black cats and animal adoption by making black cat adoption a positive experience for all involved, especially around Halloween when the focus on black cats is high. Children's Literacy Initiative.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 20, 2011

Access to the Internet and computer training are key services. public libraries and some nonprofits provide. broadband services in the United States. How to Evaluate Your Digital Literacy Program Thursday, June 30, 11 a.m. computer-related programs, those who support digital literacy programs, or BTOP.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JULY 3, 2013

Guest Beneblog by Betsy Beaumon, VP and General Manager, Benetech’s Global Literacy Program. Betsy Beaumon I recently had the honor to speak at the first-ever Braille Summit , hosted on June 19-21, 2013 by the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) and Perkins School for the Blind.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 20, 2013

" Local humor aside, the project is exciting: 31 public parks in San Francisco will get free Wi-Fi for at least two years. At TechSoup, we support the efforts of nonprofits and public libraries working to build digitally inclusive and literate communities through donated technology from our corporate partners. century jobs.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 3, 2018

In addition to the days listed below, see also public holidays by country , Days of the Year , and Wikipedia’s List of Commemorative Months. Day of Service — #MLKDay. 8: International Literacy Day — #LiteracyDay. 20: World Religion Day — #WorldReligionDay. 21: Martin Luther King, Jr. September.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Woodson believed that it was important to establish a theme to help focus the attention of the public. Their programs are aimed at increasing digital literacy and helping people gain valuable tech skills to funnel into successful careers. The organization champions digital equity, diversity in tech, and living-wage careers.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 31, 2017

In addition to the days listed below, see also public holidays by country , Days of the Year , and Wikipedia’s List of Commemorative Months. Day of Service — #MLKDay. 8: International Literacy Day — #LiteracyDay. 15: Martin Luther King, Jr. 21: World Religion Day — #WorldReligionDay. September.

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Tech Soup

JULY 16, 2013

A few months ago, I attended Microsoft Citizenship's YouthSpark Connection event and heard first-hand from recent high school graduates about how dire the need for digital literacy is. Defining Digital Literacy. But first, what exactly is digital literacy? " The Role of Libraries. The Role of Schools.

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sgEngage

MARCH 8, 2023

5 Million Reasons to Embrace Library Giving Day Created in 2019 by the Seattle Public Library Foundation, Library Giving Day was designed not only to increase financial support to local public libraries but also to raise awareness for the many programs local libraries provide to their communities.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

Finalists will appear on the CTK Facebook page for public voting during April and winners will be announced on May 1, 2012. Applications for all Heroes with a Heart grant awards open on Wednesday, February 1st, 2012 and close Wednesday, February 29th, 2012 at midnight.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 1, 2017

That said, please also see public holidays by country , Days of the Year , and Wikipedia’s List of Commemorative Months when planning your campaigns. Day of Service — #MLKDay. 8: International Literacy Day — #LiteracyDay. 15: World Religion Day — #WorldReligionDay. 16: Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Robert Weiner

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

There are three awards: $15,000 for Three Heroes One Hero with a Heart from each of the three categories of Health and Human Social Service, Animal Rights and Environmental Protection and Arts and Literacy will be awarded $5,000 USD and a professionally produced video about their affiliated nonprofit for use in public awareness or education.

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Forum One

JUNE 8, 2022

Truman Foundation supports the graduate education of outstanding young men and women committed to public service leadership. The Zero to Three Policy Center, an organization is an independent, non-partisan research-based voice that educates the public and political leaders about the unique developmental needs of babies and toddlers.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 29, 2014

Privacy has always been an important topic in digital literacy. Scott Pinkelman, digital literacy innovation specialist at the Free Library of Philadelphia , recently presented on this important topic at the Digital Shift online conference. And when websites or services rely on big data, certain groups are at a disadvantage.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 23, 2014

Technology currently serves privileged groups through tools that provide access to education, literacy, health, and justice. Global Literacy Sixth Grader and Bookshare member Kevin Leong with Jim Fruchterman at Benetech''s offices. But what about everybody else? The time has never been better to think 10X bigger!

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 9, 2024

In this case, you could make them aware of your organization’s efforts to provide free veterinary services to the community. For example, if your after-school club has a donor who is passionate about childhood literacy, they may want to volunteer to read to the kids one afternoon. Send personalized communications.

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BoardAssist

JULY 19, 2017

We’re pulling out the most frequently asked questions about board service from Giving Back and starting with this first installment, plan to share them with you in the BoardAssist blog. Maybe he is a public school teacher who develops an after-school literacy program for under-served children in his community. Stay tuned!

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 20, 2012

Public Administration. Public funding for social programs is in a state of uncertainty due to our country's economic strain. Ahmad is currently pursuing a master's degree Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Administration at ASU's School of Public Affairs. Ahmad Naboulsi , Master's Student of.

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Kindful

AUGUST 9, 2021

Their grantmaking aims to ensure that American public education prepares all students with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions they need to fully participate in democracy and thrive in the global economy. Founded by educators, their mission is to work in partnership with others to promote the absolute best in public education.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

We know educated girls strengthen economies, promote peace, and improve public health. The broadcasts air weekly and deliver multilingual lessons on literacy, numeracy, and STEM. Our aim at Malala Fund is to create a world where every girl can access 12 years of free, safe, quality education. Profound Change Starts With Local Partners.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 12, 2014

This is an immense victory for fair use as the basis of a balanced intellectual property system, and we, at Benetech, are delighted by it and by its tremendous positive implications for the public interest. What is this court case and why do we care so much about it? copyright law, also known as the Chafee Amendment.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 25, 2015

The Saskatoon Public Library opened its doors to these evacuees, and staff members stepped up their efforts to help the evacuees communicate with their family and friends. Staffers also let people from outside of Saskatoon check out books from the library and access other services. Educating the Public on Disaster Preparedness.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

When you work at a nonprofit or public library, it might feel like you constantly need to learn new skills to stay on top of emerging technology and adoption. Technology Training for Public Libraries. Created by Public Library Association, DigitalLearn.org is a platform for both technology learners and trainers.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

However, 59% of lower-income adults don't have home Internet service. Get inspired with these examples of community-wide efforts and public-private partnerships: Kansas City's recently-launched Digital Inclusion Fund is tackling Internet access and adoption head-on. digital inclusion tslibraryorg digital literacy'

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 16, 2014

For example, this summer, SocialCoding4Good organized “code sprints” at Google and LinkedIn during the companies’ volunteer service events, GoogleServe and LinkedIn for Good InDay. For example, Martus can now be configured in less than 10 minutes by anyone with basic digital literacy skills. billion poor and unbanked. Martus Desktop 4.5

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Non Profit Quarterly

DECEMBER 14, 2021

A volunteer resource manager at another human service nonprofit that we talked with noted the challenge that comes with the decision to suddenly embrace information and communication technologies. “I They solicit community members to volunteer, bring them into mission activities, and broadcast their work to the public.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 17, 2014

The tools we develop for that purpose span a range of fields—from human rights , to global literacy , to the environment —but no matter what area we work in, we depend on an IP system that’s friendly to technological advances and to positive social impact. copyright law.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

Finalists will appear on the CTK Facebook page for public voting during April and winners will be announced on May 1, 2012. Applications for all Heroes with a Heart grant awards open on Wednesday, February 1st, 2012 and close Wednesday, February 29th, 2012 at midnight.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 30, 2015

In addition to those listed below, see also international public holidays by country , Days of the Year , and Wikipedia’s List of Commemorative Days. Day of Service — #MLKDay. 8: International Literacy Day — #LiteracyDay. 17: World Religion Day — #WorldReligionDay. 18: Martin Luther King, Jr.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

Finalists will appear on the CTK Facebook page for public voting during April and winners will be announced on May 1, 2012. The CTK Foundation will choose a blogger (hopefully me) who will hand-pick one winner from any category. Applications for all Heroes with a Heart grant awards close Wednesday, February 29th, 2012 at midnight.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Pick a beach, park, or other public space and set up a donation table for community members to give to help your cause. Reading challenge Issue a community-wide reading challenge this spring to encourage literacy in your community. Encourage participants to take advantage of your local public library and get reading!

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 23, 2013

The service provides TV broadband and Internet that is comparable with cable offers. The Kansas City Public Library System will also have a role in this work. Library director, Crosby Kemper, envisions expanding library services further into public housing and community centers. He’s a very impressive guy.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation seeks to protect natural resources, improve the production and distribution of food, and promote public health in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. Areas served: Worldwide. PADI AWARE Foundation. The Conservation, Food & Health Foundation. Areas served: Tennessee.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JULY 9, 2018

Literacy and access to knowledge underpins just about every social good, from education, to economic development, to health, to women’s empowerment, democracy and respect for human rights. It creates an opportunity to have public benefit being balanced with business interests. I believe in the power of books to change the world.

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