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What happened in 2020 disaster philanthropy beyond COVID-19?  

Candid

The year 2020 was an astounding year for disaster philanthropy, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s a reminder of what else happened in 2020, how institutional philanthropy responded, how COVID-19 affected other disaster response efforts, and what this means for the future of disaster philanthropy. . million in aid.

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New data for strategic disaster philanthropy 

Candid

In our eighth annual research report, Measuring the State of Disaster Philanthropy 2021: Data to Drive Decisions , developed in partnership with Candid , we dive into how philanthropy and other donors supported natural hazards, severe weather events and complex humanitarian emergencies in 2019. . 18 at 2 p.m.

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Exploring Disaster Philanthropy: Part 2

Connection Cafe

The largest theme that is constant in disaster philanthropy is partnership. In the aftermath of Hurricanes Rita and Katrina , about 22% of total funding went to the American Red Cross (ARC). About 50% of funding at this point for Hurricane Harvey has gone to ARC. Click here to read part 1 of this series.

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Exploring Disaster Philanthropy: Part 1

Connection Cafe

Whether it be massive destruction from a hurricane, an Ebola outbreak, or a persistent wildfire, the social sector’s approach to disaster aid has traditionally been reactive, focusing on immediate aid. This outpouring of aid is essential in areas that have been flattened by circumstances beyond their control.

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Introducing the 2021 Classy Awards Leadership Council

Classy

Chief Philanthropy Officer. Vice Chairman, Philanthropy. Chief Philanthropy Officer. Previously served as the vice president of communications and assessment at Venture Philanthropy Partners . Impact Investor, Venture Philanthropy. Gabriella Morris. World Food Program USA. Cleveland Clinic. Kristin Bertell, m.a.,

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6 Trends Shaping Corporate Engagement Today

Connection Cafe

Rachel Hutchisson, the Vice President of Corporate Philanthropy and Citizenship at Blackbaud and I recently had a conversation on this topic for their Champions for Social Good podcast. Data philanthropy stands to be the most transformational advancement in solving social problems.

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Using Mobile Phones for Fundraisingin the United States: Texting for A Cause

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

The campaign was also noted by Philanthropy 2173 Blog (Lucy Bernholz) who asks, "Texting votes to American Idol is old hat - will it work for giving?" Previous mobile fundraising campaigns have included Text-to-Give campaigns to raise money during Hurricane Katrina and the Southern California fires this past October.