Candid
MARCH 21, 2023
The earthquakes on February 6 that devastated southern Turkey and northern Syria have left an estimated 54,000 people dead. million) in Syria. The IKEA Foundation , a Dutch foundation established by IKEA founder Ingvar Kamprad, has committed $21.4 million—representing the largest contribution from any foundation.
Candid
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
billion from private and community foundations and public charities, 96% of dollars addressed disease outbreaks (mainly COVID-19). Millions are also internally displaced within Syria. million in funding was identified for this crisis in 2020 by foundations and public charities. Beirut explosion.
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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society
APRIL 20, 2013
Earlier today, I attended the American Foundation for the Blind’s (AFB) National Leadership Conference in Chicago where I received the 2013 Migel Medal. The Migel Medal, often called the highest honor in the blindness field, is awarded annually to one or two individuals whose careers exemplify exceptional accomplishments in the field.
Nonprofits Source
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
Charitable Giving Stipends: Companies can award employees with gift cards or add funds designated for donating to their accounts within their employee giving portal. By prioritizing relationships with companies, nonprofits can lay the foundation for more meaningful and sustainable support. Ensure Flexibility in Giving Opportunities.
Candid
APRIL 9, 2024
Much of the non-governmental funding went to the Maui Strong Fund at the Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF), which received almost $188 million in donations (including earned interest) as of March 22. As far as we know, this is the highest amount ever raised by a single community foundation for a non-terrorism-related disaster.
Beneblog: Technology Meets Society
JANUARY 5, 2016
I just read the new book from Sally Osberg, President and CEO of the Skoll Foundation, and strategy guru Roger Martin, Getting Beyond Better: How Social Entrepreneurship Works. Even though I’m a Skoll Award winner, it really made me think about my organization, Benetech, and what we are trying to accomplish.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
DECEMBER 8, 2011
Because, if we make software that promises to keep your life or death sensitive information secret to the best of our abilities, we won’t build a back door in for Syria, or China, or the U.S. But, when asked if we know whether or not there are “pirated” copyrighted materials, we can’t say. government or even (heavens!)
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