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Philanthropy’s response to the Turkey and Syria earthquake 

Candid

The earthquakes on February 6 that devastated southern Turkey and northern Syria have left an estimated 54,000 people dead. million people in Turkey have fled the earthquake zone, creating even greater humanitarian hardships in a region already affected by hyperinflation, civil war, and political tensions. billion) to Turkey.

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What happened in 2020 disaster philanthropy beyond COVID-19?  

Candid

The year 2020 was an astounding year for disaster philanthropy, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s a reminder of what else happened in 2020, how institutional philanthropy responded, how COVID-19 affected other disaster response efforts, and what this means for the future of disaster philanthropy. . million in aid.

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The impact of COVID-19 on civil society, part two

Candid

News from Turkey does offer a glimmer of hope. A report from Native Americans in Philanthropy advises philanthropy to maximize general operating support and diversify investment vehicles to meet today’s shifting demands. According to a Center for Effective Philanthropy report, in the U.S.

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Where are the twenty-something or GEN-Y Bloggers Who Are Writing About Social Change and Nonprofits?

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Here's a few good blogs written by GenYs that cover nonprofit technology, philanthropy, social change, and more. His blog covers social technology, social action, philanthropy - with a UK perspective. Philanthropy. GenYGive is written by Miriam Kagan and talks about motivations and trends related to philanthropy and Gen Y.

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[VIDEO] Where to Find Potential Donors to Support Your Cause

Bloomerang

And I have the honor of teaching the fundraising courses for both Temple University and their 10-week online certificate program and Messiah University for their undergraduate courses. Less than 50% have a strategy or budget for their philanthropy. Well, here’s a few. The volunteer give 56% more than those who don’t.

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