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Pottsboro Area Library: The Winner of TechSoup’s February Success Story Digital Connector Challenge

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Forty-two percent of Pottsboro’s school children are eligible for the National School Lunch Program. Here’s Dianne’s winning submission in its entirety: “The Pottsboro Library has made bridging the digital divide for teens a priority. Now the teens are branching out to other area nonprofits.

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Freshen Up the Sunday Morning Giving Routine With These Church Fundraising Events

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This way, your supporters can pay for treats online via credit card or eCheck and even place orders in advance. Place the collection materials around your church and the community. This next idea is great if your church has a great youth group with teens old enough to fundraise. T-shirt fundraiser. Craft parties. Matching gifts.

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How Can We Support Kids Who Want to Create Change?

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If you have a child in your life who wants to make the world a better place, how do you support him or her? If you use the advanced search option on VolunteerMatch.com , you can find volunteer opportunities that are good for kids and/or teens. Here are a few ideas: 1. Volunteer with them. One School at a Time.

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What you need to know BEFORE you start a nonprofit

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Or is it for people who are not accepted by current shelters, such as mothers with teen boys? Or are you looking to open a shelter for teens who have left or been kicked out of their homes, a need totally different than the family shelters in your community. Figure out who your ideal donors are and then brainstorm places to find them.

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Encouraging Philanthropy at a Young Age: Teaching Your Kids To Give To Causes

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I was curious about my colleagues, who work for nonprofits and are parents, what do they do to encourage their children's spirit of giving at a young age? Hans shared a story about how his wife donated her hair to Locks of Love which sparked a conversation with their 4 year old about children who are in need. s World Food Programme.

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Freshen Up the Sunday Morning Giving Routine With These Church Fundraising Events

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This way, your supporters can pay for treats online via credit card or eCheck and even place orders in advance. Place the collection materials around your church and the community. This next idea is great if your church has a great youth group with teens old enough to fundraise. T-shirt fundraiser. Craft parties. Matching gifts.

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How Faith-based Nonprofits Can Use Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

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It’s likely your faith-based organization already has a venue or gathering place, whether it’s a church, synagogue, or mosque. At first glance, this is extremely convenient and provides a go-to place to host your peer-to-peer event if you have an in-person component. If your event is being livestreamed, where will filming take place?