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A powerful new tool to combat hunger and homelessness

Candid

The response was clear: In that moment, our donors were focused most on hunger and homelessness in the United States, two interwoven problems that have been greatly exacerbated by the ripple effects of COVID-19. . The severity of the hunger and homelessness crises varies by region, state, and community.

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Grants for Homeless Shelters: Where and How to Apply

Qgiv

Homelessness is a significant problem in the United States. According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness’ 2021 State of Homelessness report , there were 580,466 people in the United States who were experiencing homelessness in 2020, 30% of which were families with children. State and local government agencies.

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It Takes a Village: Using Peer-to-Peer to End Homelessness

Qgiv

People often ask, “What’s the best way to end homelessness?” However, peer-to-peer fundraising is a great way to raise money for human services organizations and, more importantly, it’s a grassroots way to build awareness of the issues facing the unhoused community. 3 Successful Peer-to-Peer Events. The best part?

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Join Us: AIRS Conference

VisionLink

Multiple industries are represented at AIRS, including Housing and Homelessness, Aging and Disabilities, Crisis, Health Care, Public Health, and more. One should envision these many components of whole communities when establishing or growing a program that centers around information and referral data sharing.

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#thankful4home: Raising Awareness Around Homelessness

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

This fall and winter I’m working with a group of organizations in Chicago to raise awareness around homelessness, alongside screenings of the @Home documentary that features portraits of this issue through the eyes of activist Mark Horvath. #thankful4home: A Lesson in Project Based Learning & Gratitude guest post by Lisa Colton.

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Community Technology Alliance: Helping Address Homelessness with Mobile Technology

Tech Soup

When we hear about nonprofits like Community Technology Alliance (CTA), we get really excited. This San Jose, CA-based organization provides technology and services to agencies that work directly with the homeless in their community. At TechSoup, we believe in digital inclusion and using technology for social good.

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2024 Cause Awareness & Giving Day Calendar for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

In addition to the international days listed below, see also public holidays by country , Days of the Year , and Wikipedia’s List of Commemorative Months. Cause awareness and giving days are powerful themes upon which to launch digital marketing and fundraising campaigns. January 15: Martin Luther King, Jr.

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