Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 12, 2006

We discussed literacy and access for the blind, and I learned about one of Mr. Kohli's passions, which is adult literacy. The program focuses on mainly teaching a core vocabulary of sight words in the the desired language, so that adults are able read the local newspaper.

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NTEN

MAY 21, 2015

Most organizations don't have the know-how or resources to address key barriers of digital literacy, awareness of affordable options for access and devices, or even availability of digital trainers. Digital Inclusion Fellowship In partnership with Google Fiber , we’re launching the Digital Inclusion Fellowship. We hope you'll join us!

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Kindful

AUGUST 9, 2021

They currently partner with 48 local organizations in 17 countries that work to secure equal educational access and high-quality education for all children. Literacy, particularly from birth through 3rd grade, is their primary focus because reading skills form the foundation for all childhood learning. Global Fund For Children.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 11, 2016

An example of this comes from a 100-year-old social service agency that had offered mental health counseling for their constituents among several other programs including financial literacy, job training and a daycare program. This included partnering with local corporations for job placement on a fee-for-service basis.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 2, 2007

Our local paper, the San Jose Mercury News, did two great pieces on Benetech, a business section feature story and an exceptional column by Mike Cassidy entitled An Executive Does Well By Helping Others. Route 66 Literacy Our newest project is Route 66 Literacy, and it includes a demonstration site that anyone can try out.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 30, 2014

One of our favorite ways to share success stories is through our Local Impact Map (LIM). We want you to tell us how you are using TechSoup product donations to promote digital literacy. All eligible submissions will be judged on the combined demonstrated impact: (a) Use of technology. Enter your story by 5:00 p.m. b) Content.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 30, 2014

One of our favorite ways to share success stories is through our Local Impact Map (LIM). We want you to tell us how you are using TechSoup product donations to promote digital literacy. All eligible submissions will be judged on the combined demonstrated impact: (a) Use of technology. That sounds great. My game face is on.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Even though there aren’t as many people today reading actual newspapers or watching the 6 o’clock news these days, your local media still reaches a large audience of people in your community who need to know about your nonprofit’s work. The key to getting your nonprofit’s story in the news is building relationships with local journalists.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Golf Tournament Bring together avid golfers and local philanthropists—in many cases, they’re one and the same—for a day on the greens. Sports Tournament Organizing a sports tournament can attract local teams and sports enthusiasts to compete in games like soccer, baseball, softball, basketball, and more.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 12, 2008

now hear from homegrown social networks and what they have to offer local nonprofits. How do increase internet literacy with communities? Figure out how you meet your goals and demonstrate the power. Social Networking and Web Tools for Chicago Nonprofits. You already know Facebook, MySpace, LinkedIn et al???now

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 7, 2020

WFP USA shared their blog post of Rani’s story on Facebook for Literacy Day on September 8. A portrait of Fanta is featured on one of them along with a two-sentence overview of her story and a statistic that demonstrates PIH’s dedication to helping mothers like her around the world. The page includes several storytelling graphics.

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Nonprofits Source

MAY 8, 2024

Let’s say your nonprofit focuses on promoting literacy and discovers that many of your donors are older teachers and parents in your community. Flyers are a tangible way to reach local communities and can be highly effective when placed in strategic locations. Local news and press.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

So, if I provide 10 English as a second language or 10 computer literacy programs a year for 10 people, let’s just say that’s 100 pieces of content, that’s service. So earlier I mentioned maybe a parent who took English as a second language classes or maybe they got their GED or they took those computer literacy programs.

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Museum 2.0

NOVEMBER 10, 2009

The basic idea is that there is a set of skills that need to be emphasized for kids today to be good citizens, workers, and leaders in the 21st century--skills like collaboration, global awareness, and media literacy.

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NTEN

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Let’s demonstrate with a few examples of virtual volunteer opportunities you can host: A virtual food drive — Spread the word about your opportunity on several social media platforms and offer potential volunteers instructions on how to participate. Offer them a gift card to a local restaurant — Who doesn’t love free food?

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Tech Soup

APRIL 22, 2013

The combination of traditional media, social media, and mobilizing the local community helped to save their town's post office. We had a similar experience recently here at Microsoft when we heard a story about a student who participates in our Technology Education And Literacy in Schools (TEALS) program.

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