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Veterans Leverage Their Pro Bono Skills to Rise to the Call of Duty from Afar

Saleforce Nonprofit

When the Afghanistan government fell to the Taliban just days after the U.S. Air Force aircrafts evacuating people from Afghanistan. I was heartbroken by what was happening in Afghanistan. Brown recalls, “In less than 24 hours, we were on the phone with members of Vetforce to get a solution in place.”. “And, Government.

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How Text Messaging Has Revolutionized Giving

BoardAssist

As mobile phone use continues to surge, texting is becoming an increasingly relevant tool for nonprofits. Mobile phone subscriptions worldwide were at 4.01 SAWA-Australia is a nonprofit organization aimed at providing Afghanistan women with education and health services. How Text Messaging Has Revolutionized Giving.

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Crowdfunding Controversies and How They Impact Nonprofits and Charities

Tech Soup

I've also donated to personal fundraisers, where my friends are raising money for a pet project or trying to pay off a large medical bill. In other words, nonprofits and charities that are raising money for good purposes shouldn't be punished for the more nefarious crowdfunding campaigns.

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Which Crowdfunding Platform Is Best for Your Organization?

Tech Soup

Unless you have a very compelling project that already has a lot of interest, you might not want to invest in a Kickstarter campaign (especially since you won't be able to keep the funds you raise!). They also offer a guide for cause-based campaigns as well as customer support on the phone or online.

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Which Crowdfunding Platform Is Best for Your Organization?

Tech Soup

Unless you have a very compelling project that already has a lot of interest, you might not want to invest in a Kickstarter campaign (especially since you won't be able to keep the funds you raise!). They also offer a guide for cause-based campaigns as well as customer support on the phone or online.

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[VIDEO] Raise More Money And Improve Donors Relationships Through Personal Branding

Bloomerang

Tom Iselin will show you how to increase your likability and “memorability” among donors that will deepen relationships, help you raise more money, and create greater donor loyalty. We got five excellent tactics for you that’ll help you raise more money, and improve your donor relationships through personal branding.

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The Journey of the Spiritual Activist: An Interview with Marisa Handler

Have Fun - Do Good

Below is an edited transcript from a September 5th phone interview with Marisa for the Big Vision Podcast. India is next to Pakistan, which is right next to Afghanistan, and the US had just gone to war in Afghanistan. Loyal to the Sky received a Nautilus Book Award for world changing books.