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Bookshare Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary at Google

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Bookshare, Benetech’s pioneering digital library for people with print disabilities, celebrated its 10th birthday last night with a terrific party that was attended by many of our long-time friends and supporters. Raman of Google Research, a long-time Bookshare member and advisor, was on hand to help us celebrate last night.

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8 Nonprofits Championing Environmental Sustainability on Earth Day

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We celebrate Earth Day just as winter is transitioning to spring, a tradition dating back to 1970. In recent years, Earth Day has evolved into Earth Month to continue the celebrations for a span of 30 days. Why Do We Celebrate Earth Day? cut funding for drilling in the Arctic Wildlife Refuge. Youtube: @natlforests.

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Resources for Native American Heritage Month 2021

Media Cause

From our government and laws to environmental practices and different food dishes we enjoy, their influence is everywhere. Throughout this month, Media Cause celebrates the history, culture, and traditions of all indigenous people, and we want to encourage you to do the same. Native American Rights Fund. Day Eagle Hope Project.

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Pride Month Resources for Education + Action

Media Cause

Pride Month is a time to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and recognize their impact on history. It’s celebrated in June to commemorate the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan , a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States. Urge Corporations to Stop Funding Anti-LGBTQIA+ Laws.

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10 Awesome LGBTQ Organizations You Should Support This Pride Month

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June is observed as LGBTQ Pride month to commemorate the June 1969 Stonewall Riots and celebrate the vibrant and diverse LGBTQ community. Pride Fund to End Gun Violence The. LGBTQ Victory Fund. The LGBTQ Victory Fund is the only national organization dedicated to electing openly LGBTQ people to all levels of government.

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Awareness Months and How to Fundraise During Them

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Nonprofits that should fundraise in January: Hospitals Clinics Human trafficking prevention nonprofits Law enforcement agencies. Black History Month is a month that celebrates the achievements of African Americans and the struggles they’ve faced throughout U.S. February is Black History Month. March is Women’s History Month.

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How To Write A Great Donation Receipt For Your Nonprofit

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For example, “ Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent provided by law. Summit Assistance Dogs is a 501(c)(3) organization and since you received no goods or services, your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law. Example #2: Loma Public Education Fund’s ‘KEEP! xxx@xxxxxxxxx.org.