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Conquering a Cruel Continent for a Cause

Tech Soup

Would you do it for charity? The Sahara Desert in Egypt (the hottest desert on earth). He runs these ultramarathons to raise money and generate awareness for charitable causes. You might call it ultra-charity. " Running for Charity. " He also uses these ultramarathons as an opportunity to raise awareness.

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The Steep Challenges of Philanthropy to the Muslim World

Tech Soup

The most populous Muslim country is Indonesia , followed by India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nigeria, and Egypt. Philanthropists involved in Muslim world charities not the only risk averse social investors. TechSoup Resources for Faith Based Charities. The Challenge of Philanthropy to the Muslim World. Additional Resources.

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The Future of (Nonprofit) Television

NTEN

In 1989, during a week in the Sinai desert in Egypt, I was invited into a Bedouin compound. The bottom line is that video will become a primary means for every organization to educate the public, advocate for change, and raise the dollars needed to fuel their missions. There were no electric lights or modern appliances.

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