Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 3, 2011

Public Interest Capitalism is his personal brand of social change. He uses the Alliance Forum Foundation as one of his vehicles for making deals along these lines in Asia and Africa. George is a financial mastermind with one foot in Asia and the other in California.

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Candid

MARCH 11, 2022

The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) head Filippo Grandi described this humanitarian disaster as “the fastest-moving refugee crisis we have seen in Europe since the end of the Second World War”. Corporations account for 55% of the total dollar value of grants awarded; foundations and public charities 40%; and high-net-worth individuals for 5%.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 26, 2017

The largest theme that is constant in disaster philanthropy is partnership. 82% of that funding came from corporations, where 18% was sourced from independent, community and public foundations. Other examples of collaboration were foundations working with peers who had grantees in the area or staff on the ground.

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VisionLink

APRIL 9, 2020

Thousands of COVID-19 volunteers and donated essential supplies are matched with states’ needs through an innovative pro bono tech and volunteer partnership BOULDER, CO, April 9, 2020 – Americans are no strangers to disasters. A hallmark of U.S. Our technology suite is in use in dozens of states around the country and more are joining.

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Candid

JULY 20, 2022

Candid and the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) released a new report, Philanthropy and COVID-19: Examining giving in 2021 , in May 2022 that details COVID-19-related philanthropic funding in 2021. Many nonprofits also engaged in disaster relief efforts out of necessity, despite having no previous experience in relief work. .

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

When looking for the right nonprofit organization to build a disaster relief strategy with, there are going to be a few questions you must ask yourself: › Is this for a disaster that has impacted my company directly? There are typically two kinds of nonprofit organizations that assist in local disaster relief and resiliency.

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Tech Soup

MAY 30, 2014

Microsoft's HelpBridge is a free app available on all the major mobile platforms that connects you with friends and family during a disaster such as an earthquake or a hurricane. It also lets you discover and donate to organizations involved in disaster response work, and find opportunities to volunteer. Apps for Disaster Planning.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 28, 2020

You may think this is an odd beginning for a public policy blog, so please bear with me. And yes, public policy at the local, state, and federal levels can and will impact your ability to achieve your organization’s mission and day-to-day activities. Private Foundation Excise Tax.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Foundations, charities report $352 million in 2019 disaster funding. Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) in New York City has announced a $50 million gift from Mike and Maria Repole and the Nonna's Garden Foundation to establish a research and patient care initiative. November 11, 2021.

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Candid

JULY 27, 2022

foundations’ giving. This data is then made available in Candid’s Foundation Directory and Foundation Maps , as well as for use in research. Candid’s real-time data is skewed toward large donors from English-speaking nations who publicize their giving. It takes more than two years to collect comprehensive data about U.S.

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Candid

MAY 12, 2021

This gap is notable because IRS 990 filings are a substantial source of data about nonprofits and foundation grantmaking in the U.S. At Candid, grants data from 990s flows into tools such as Foundation Directory , public dashboards that provide insights into philanthropy in different regions across the U.S.,

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 12, 2016

“ Give Local America Disaster Offers Lessons for Next Time – Guest Post by Peter Panepento. Community foundations across the country have been promoting local giving days to motivate people to support nearby charities, encourage nonprofits to embrace technology, and bolster their reputations. Kimbia, an Austin, Tex.-based

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 8, 2013

In times of disaster, social media can provide an on-the-ground view of what's happening, who needs help, and where they're located. The network is supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, as well as other global sponsors. More on Technology and Disaster Relief. Image: aboyandhisbike.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

In the face of humanitarian crises or natural disasters, the generosity of individuals often shines through, leading to a significant influx of donations. However, the real challenge begins when the initial urgency subsides and public attention shifts away.

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Bonterra

AUGUST 15, 2022

Read their story on Project QUEST Impact Powered by: Program Management Human services Nonprofits Public agencies Coordinating social services Phoenix Family See how Phoenix Family chose Bonterra Program Management (formerly Social Solutions) to support their work.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Donors want to help when disaster strikes, but they often don’t realize how long disaster recovery can really take. Donors often contribute toward disaster relief when the news of the disaster is fresh, but months or even years later, the recovery is still in progress and a variety of needs still require funding.

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Candid

JANUARY 6, 2023

With all these options, we wanted to look back and highlight some of the Issue Lab community’s most popular publications in 2022, featuring a wide array of topics ranging from education to participatory grantmaking and beyond. Kellogg Foundation in partnership with the University of New Mexico This report examines how W.K.

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Bonterra

APRIL 13, 2024

To support international causes, like disaster relief, Bonterra partners with a leading marketplace of vetted nonprofits, the Charities Aid Foundation. Does Bonterra’s grants management software support international programs? Request a demo

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 9, 2011

The January 12, 2010 catastrophic earthquake in Haiti showed some of the astonishing potential for volunteer-based digital disaster relief. and Sahana Foundation (which hosts a free open source disaster management system), have changed the way disaster relief is being done all over the world. Twitter uses hashtags.

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Bonterra

APRIL 10, 2024

A case management tool is a software application designed to streamline and automate the process of managing caseloads, clients, and resources within public sector and nonprofit organizations. Bonterra Impact Management takes comprehensive measures to ensure that data is kept safe, confidential, and recoverable in the case of a disaster.

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Candid

JUNE 23, 2022

Candid and the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) released a new report, Philanthropy and COVID-19: Examining giving in 2021 , in May 2022 that details COVID-19-related philanthropic funding in 2021. Community foundations, family foundations, and other private foundations make up a smaller portion of the sector. .

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Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Additionally, Candid publishes regular reports on relevant sector issues , such as the Advancing Human Rights report , Measuring the State of Disaster Philanthropy report , and Philanthropy and Covid-19 report. Foundation Directory . Foundation Directory . To find the nearest location visit candid.org/find-us. .

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Solutions: Reach out to others who have an effective program to get their guidance, review existing resources such as this report and others, or consult with a third-party administrator, such as America’s Charities, E4E, and Emergency Assistance Foundation, Inc. Whitepaper – Corporate Foundations and Grantmaking Toolkit.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2023

Giving by foundations managed to grow by 2.5 Despite giving more in 2022 than 2021, the impact by foundations actually declined by 5% because of inflation. One area of growth was giving to foundations. Giving to public-society benefit organizations saw an 8.4% Individual giving totaled roughly $319.04 billion dollars.

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. Still, many foundations shy away from working together, assuming it will require considerable time and a loss of independence. . Benefits of Funder Collaboration .

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Qgiv

MARCH 5, 2024

This type of nonprofit often works in poverty alleviation, healthcare, education, and disaster relief. These organizations’ primary goal is to benefit the public through donations and volunteer efforts to fulfill their mission. These trusts are unable to accept donations from the public.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 21, 2021

As an industry, we have typically thought of disasters in the natural sense, however after 2020, we have had to take a completely new stance on what disasters can look like. E4E Relief , a 501©3 organization directed by IRS guidelines, is able to provide direct relief in crisis to corporations, community foundations, and individuals.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 15, 2023

The Hawai’i Community Foundation opened the Maui Strong Fund to provide financial support for rapid response and recovery resources. So far, they’ve provided more than 16,000 meals and have three public meal distribution sites in the western Maui towns of Lahaina, Kaanapali, and Napili, the communities most heavily impacted by the fires.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

David And Lucile Packard Foundation : Improving the lives of children, enabling the creative pursuit of science, advancing reproductive health, conserving and restoring the earth’s natural systems. Humane Society Of The United States : The mainstream force against cruelty, exploitation, and neglect. Now go write those statements!

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 15, 2021

For example, humanitarian organisations like Oxfam are delivering disaster relief to people whose homes have been destroyed by severe weather, innovating drought-resistant agricultural crops, and training farmers in new techniques to improve the resilience of local and global supply chains. Protect the Worst-Affected Communities.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 30, 2021

Fearing the sky was falling, they thought people would hunker down and fundraising would be a disaster. Giving USA 2021 , produced by Giving USA Foundation and Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy , reports total giving grew 5.1% Giving by foundations jumped 17% (15.6% Foundations grew 2% (0.8%

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 6, 2022

The nonprofit sector is a broad community of organisations focused on everything from cultural heritage to social housing, from publishing to disaster relief, and while responding to the climate crisis is now a priority we all share, many organisations are still only beginning their sustainability journey. The Impact for Grantees.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

We began tracking grants and pledges based on press releases and public announcements to tell a real-time story. . This data includes giving by foundations, corporations, and high-net-worth individuals. For foundations with reporting requirements, payment on these pledges will eventually be tracked as grants over time.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

While there are many types of grants your organization can apply for, there are three main sources of funding for these grants: the government, corporations, and foundations. Foundations Foundations set aside money to support nonprofits in a specific location or specific areas of interest for the foundation.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Nonprofit organizations meant to support these communities have suffered a similar fate in the federal response while foundations try to fill the void. Nonprofits will see a rise in need stemming from people on the margins of the disaster recovery response. Foundation giving increased but only enough for a marginal increase overall.

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Candid

APRIL 9, 2024

Part of my work at the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) involves monitoring philanthropic giving in response to disasters through our annual Measuring the State of Disaster Philanthropy: Data to Drive Decisions (SODP) report. When we can look at numbers immediately after a disaster, it gives us a unique perspective.

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Givinga

JANUARY 26, 2021

For instance, we worked with Golf Now/NBC Golf to provide our disaster relief platform to country clubs during COVID-19, as many clubs were forced to completely close down or scale down operations. It is important to be prepared with a plan and tools that enable your company to respond when a disaster takes place.

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