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Why I Volunteered: Why I Volunteered for My Local CASA Organization

Bloomerang

The Volunteer: She is a woman in her thirties who completed her local CASA’s 36-hour volunteer training program. I Googled local organizations, reviewed my options, and reached out to CASA. We were all sad when the classroom portion of the program ended because we wouldn’t see each other each week or learn more in that setting.

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Thursday Thoughts: engaging advocates all year round

EveryAction

Ask advocates to send proclamation requests to their local leaders. During the times of the year when advocacy campaigns are inactive, events offer a chance for you and your team to think outside the box and help to build excitement for your cause within your local community.

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August Awareness: National Back to School Month

Qgiv

From tissue boxes and hand sanitizer to markers and notebook paper, every classroom needs resources to support their students and that’s where you can help. Reach out to your local schools to see if they’re looking for any specific supplies for the school year. Volunteer at your local school. Kids in Need Foundation.

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Youth Programs Featured in TechSoup Global’s Local Impact Map

Tech Soup

TechSoup Global's new Local Impact Map is a trove of information on what nonprofits, NGOs, and libraries around the world are doing with their TechSoup-procured IT to further their missions. By far, the biggest set of stories are the ones from organizations that serve youth and children. More Stories, Let's Add Yours.

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Last-Minute Gift Guide for Social Impact

Amy Sample Ward

Supporting local businesses. This is always high on my list, but I made sure that this year our gifts came from shops owned locally, featuring products made locally as well. This year, I took it a step further and connected with an incredibly talented crafter locally (double whammy!) Supporting real impact.

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Youth Programs Featured in TechSoup Global’s Local Impact Map

Tech Soup

TechSoup Global's new Local Impact Map is a trove of information on what lots of nonprofits, NGOs, and libraries around the world are doing with their TechSoup-procured-IT to further their missions. By far, the biggest set of stories are the ones from organizations that serve youth and children. More Stories, Let's Add Yours.

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Leveraging Technology to Respond to Global Crises

Cloud 4 Good

They now work to help women and girls in over 100 countries by launching programs in local communities that have a direct and long-lasting impact. Working within the local communities helps build resiliency so communities can not only recover but thrive after a crisis.

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