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Help Now: Needs are Catastrophic in the Philippines

VisionLink

In many communities, the entire infrastructure used to provide food, water, and basic services has been eliminated. American Red Cross Philippine Red Cross World Vision Oxfam Catholic Relief Services This was one of the largest storms to ever form on the planet.

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Sending Prayers and Concrete Help to the Philippines: Bayanihan’ Spirit

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I remembered my Dad, who passed away this year, who was a WW2 Vet and stationed in the Philippines. There is “Bayanihan’ Spirit” or the Flippino word for community which includes lots grassroots fundraising through smaller nonprofits (offline and online ) and the church. Donate to Help Victims in Philippines.

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Why Vulnerable Kids Depend on Government & Big Tech Getting Data Privacy Laws Right

Saleforce Nonprofit

Established in 1997 as a victim-centered organization that protects children from violence and abuse, our purpose at International Justice Mission (IJM) is to work collaboratively with our partners and local authorities to strengthen justice systems and build communities where all people can be safe and protected.

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A Woman's Investment: A Web 2.0 Fundraising Campaign to Support Women Entreprenuers in Philippines

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

"    She invited me to contribute one sentence for a social media fundraising project she's leading to support female entrepreneurs in the Philippines.   She is hoping to raise $10,000 for a group of female entrepreneurs in the Philippines. Some of the contributors so far: Anita Pahor , Women???s

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Conan O’Brien: Stop Talking About Red Hats & Do A Monologue About Charitable Giving

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I gained influence on LinkedIn by helping nonprofits raise money through events like GivingTuesday , a national day of giving on December 3rd that inspires people to take collaborative action to improve their local communities. I think Conan should join the #GivingTuesday movement and get more followers.

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Selfies for Good?

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Using photos for online organizing is not limited to the US, it is global. Here is a recent example from Global Voices Online reporting on how activists in the Philippines used selfies to protest train fare hikes. This campaign combines the popular selfie with the time honored hold a sign meme. Family is Familia. Photography Visual'

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Blog Action Day 2010: Water

Amy Sample Ward

As hand-held mobile devises connected to the internet spread to cities, villages, remote communities around the world, we need to continue finding ways to use these tools to make a positive impact. The first step in making change in your life, local community or world is to learn. Cebu, Philippines. Hulhumale Maldives.

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