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Is climate change action the new face of natural disaster relief?

Candid

Seeing a problem—like the February earthquake in Turkey and Syria —many will act to mitigate it. But climate change has been a disaster experienced slowly, and now all at once. These examples not only show how far the philanthropic sector has moved in connecting climate change with natural disasters. That is no longer the case.

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What is the Turkey and the Bread (or the Sourdough Starter) of the MAH?

Museum 2.0

Last month, I went to an amazing training called the Skid Row School for Social Change. But they suggested another metaphor: the turkey sandwich. Imagine that your existing project is a turkey sandwich. You've spent years making it the perfect, artisanal turkey sandwich. it is dialed-in delicious. The mustard matters!

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A CommunityOS Hidden Gem: The Data Provider Tool

VisionLink

This might be important for internal resources with costs, or for a core set of resources that shouldn’t be changed often. As a simple example, all your Thanksgiving resources could be highlighted by tagging them with a Turkey icon, helping you keep your related work organized.

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What happened in 2020 disaster philanthropy beyond COVID-19?  

Candid

Wildfires are becoming more intense and more frequent,” according to the UN Environment Programme , exacerbated by climate change and land-use changes. Refugees have sought asylum around the globe but primarily in the neighboring countries of Turkey, Lebanon, and Jordan. Syrian refugee crisis. Syrian refugee crisis.

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

Candid

Funders reported they had swiftly begun distributing emergency funds, had loosened requirements imposed on grantees, and realized the need to commit to deeper change in order to support long-term sector sustainability. News from Turkey does offer a glimmer of hope.

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13 Lucky Fundraising Apps to Know in 2021

Whole Whale

For each donation, users receive photos, short stories, and explanations of how their dollars are effecting change globally. The RoundUp App allows your supporters to round up the change from credit card purchases they make every month. Like a Turkey Trot, but everyday. Pledgeling. Online Fundraising Essentials. Enroll Now.

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7 Fall Fundraiser Ideas

NonProfit Hub

The leaves are changing, the air is chilly and you can’t escape the smell of bonfire no matter where you go—it must be fall! Nothing brings people together like food, especially when that food is turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes. Pumpkin carving contest.

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