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A Day in the Life of a Classy Account Executive

Classy

Some might think a day in the life of an account executive at a software company is quite similar everywhere. A Look Into the Classy Work Environment. Margaret: It’s just such a positive environment day to day. It starts with a mix of classroom trainings led by subject matter experts. Learn More About Careers at Classy.

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What We Can Learn from Finnish NGOS About Resilience

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

The space creates a calm and reflective environment. Before I left for Finland, I read Timothy Walker’s Teach Like Finland: 33 Simple Strategies for Joyful Classrooms. In Finland, classroom time incorporates “brain breaks” after 50 minutes when one’s natural focus and energy begins to wane.

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At AFP Lead in Houston, Nonprofit Leadership Alliance students prepare for leadership liftoff

ASU Lodestar Center

We listened to lectures, participated in reflections and had the chance to hear about real life experiences in the sector. I learned to network and build relationships along with getting real-life advice from experienced professionals. Friday morning, the conference began again bright and early (at least to college students).

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Pride is a Protest, Not a Parade: How Education Can Help Fight Hate Against the LGBTQ+ Community

Saleforce Nonprofit

In April, a leading trans activist was notified by the authorities of a threat to their life. This small but mighty nonprofit is committed to improving life for LGBTQ+ people by sharing personal stories and educating school students, parents and guardians, teachers, youth workers, and workplaces on LGBTQ+ issues. Solving The Problem.

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Higher Education Funding & Grant Resources

Bloomerang

Similar to the funders in my previous post on education , the organizations listed below focus their efforts on activities inside and outside of the classroom. New Earth Foundation “seeks to fund innovative projects that enhance life on our planet and brighten the future, furthering peace.” . Areas served: Worldwide. Costco Wholesale.

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22 Online Gift Stores That Benefit Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

PBS and its member stations are America’s largest classroom—the nation’s largest stage for the arts and a trusted window to the world. Jude’s mission is to find cures for children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases through research and treatment. Public Broadcasting System (PBS) Online Shop. Sea Shepherd Online Store.

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Some Really Insightful Writing About Virtual Environments and Education

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I was attempting to summarize a three-way dialogue about Second Life from three brilliant thinkers with differing views about the value of SL. We also must remember that there is no such thing as second hand learning -- second life learning is first person learning. This morning, Bertie , sent me a pointer to this article.