Candid

MARCH 21, 2023

The disaster also displaced over 1.9 Multilateral support for disaster relief and humanitarian aid began soon after the earthquakes with the World Bank releasing $1.78 Disaster relief giving by individuals and family foundations Candid’s Philanthropy News Digest (PND) has been tracking news about support efforts. billion ($1.6

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Tech Soup

APRIL 22, 2013

TechSoup recently updated its disaster planning and recovery guide, The Resilient Organization , to include the new ways nonprofits, charities, and public libraries are using technology. To supplement this section, we compiled the best disaster preparedness apps from TechSoup donation partners, government agencies, other nonprofits, and more.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 31, 2012

The staff at TechSoup Global is keeping all those affected by the devastating hurricane in our thoughts as we work to support recovery efforts. Mobile technology, web apps, and mapping software have become enormously helpful in sharing news and spreading information about relief efforts after Hurricane Sandy. TechSoup partner Esri.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Note from Beth: With the hurricanes, gun violence, and fires, I gave generously, including donations to Global Giving funds. I surpassed my giving budget for disaster relief giving. Alison Carlman, Director of Impact and Communications at Global Giving, offers a deep dive into some Global Giving data to find the answer.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Today, people of color and low-income communities are more likely to be impacted by natural disasters, live close to hazardous waste, and die of environmental causes. Now with C40 Cities, she supports cities in the global network to develop and implement inclusive climate action plans, policies, and programs. Jennifer Anderson.

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Double the Donation

MAY 25, 2021

CyberGrants is another top corporate giving software solution that offers fully integrated tools for grants management, employee giving, volunteerism, disbursement, disaster relief, and more. Contact YourCause to request a demo and get more information about pricing. Overview of This Corporate Giving Software. Bright Funds.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 10, 2011

During the month of October, join TechSoup.org and the TechSoup Global Network for our Cloud Computing Worldwide campaign. And there are all sorts of things you can do with those services, including helping out in disaster recovery. Cool App Roundup: Disaster and Emergency Edition. Disaster Planning and Recovery Toolkit.

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VisionLink

NOVEMBER 18, 2009

We are working with IBM Global Services and United Way of America to offer sophisticated evacuation and special needs registries read more; be prepared. The point is that after Katrina the public will have little patience with an unprepared response to any significant man-made or natural disaster that impacts your area.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 19, 2013

We released our report on the 2012 TechSoup Global NGO Cloud Survey in September of 2012 and have now had more time to ponder the findings and talk to several of you about what you think of them. Lack of knowledge was cited by 86 percent of the global respondents as either a major or minor barrier. Our Thoughts on This.

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NTEN

AUGUST 30, 2011

We know our friends over at the Red Cross have been expertly using social media for disaster response for years now, but this weekend, with Hurricane Irene set to touch down all along the east coast, we saw many other organizations and government entities reaching out via social media, as well.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 2, 2022

At the same time they deal with problems ranging from food insecurity to natural disasters, they also need to ensure their members are engaged in local Boys & Girls Club offerings and achieve successful outcomes. That] informs us what we need to do logistically. Personalized Outreach Builds Strong Donor Relationships.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 14, 2013

Data Digest is a weekly round-up of the latest news on data-related projects in the nonprofit sector, compiled and authored by Keisha Taylor of GuideStar International and TechSoup Global. This week we learn about the Resilient Africa Network (RAN), which is helping African students use open data for disaster relief.

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VQ Strategies

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Just this week, Points of Light released its Civic Life Today: A look at American Civic Engagement Amid a Global Pandemic report, which states that: Prior to the pandemic, voting and donations to nonprofits were the primary ways people participated in civic life. Today, people believe civic action is more important than ever before.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 29, 2015

Colleague Brian Reich said he would like to see a networked approach to the disaster relief , “A few respond quickly and raise funds, others use the awareness that comes from a disaster to educate, over time you have others who focus on keeping people connected as new issues arrive. 49-51 (What Does Success Look Like?).”

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 15, 2012

In our TechSoup Global NGO cloud survey we found that people in nonprofits and libraries are indeed concerned about data security in the cloud the world over. What servers and software it runs and what its arrangements are for disaster recovery. If your local storage fails, you can grab what you need from the cloud.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 2, 2012

Several of us from TechSoup Global will be there, and we'd love to see you! Here's a rundown of where to find us in sessions presented with TechSoup Global staff: Tuesday, April 3. Bonus: See an overview of our Local Impact Map and see how you can get it for your nonprofit. Delivering Services Through a Global Network.

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Givinga

DECEMBER 29, 2020

The idea is simple: instead of reactively donating to a natural disaster, business leaders should work to solve underlying issues through longer term commitments. With increased access to information-in the digital age, it should come as no surprise that donors will expect full transparency and demand greater accountability.

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Tech Soup

JULY 31, 2017

tax law that cleared the way for this service — ultimately reducing costs, complexity, and duplication of efforts for both grantmakers and their global grantees. Connecting a global network to spur local technology innovation: The TechSoup Global Network is comprised of 69 independent capacity-building organizations around the world.

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Kindful

AUGUST 30, 2021

Having a clear and dedicated call to action on marketing materials for prospective legacy donors to get more information will improve the conversion rates of those materials. It can be tempting to stray away from topics ostensibly concerned with death in times of crises, like a global pandemic or even a localized natural disaster.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 15, 2019

If you’re a marketer, then you know the impact that Facebook has globally. You can share relevant information about events and campaigns, and your followers can respond and share their support. . The Crisis Response tools enable nonprofits to reach people in need after a crisis, such as a natural disaster.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 22, 2015

However, drones are also being used for humanitarian purposes, such as delivering aid, tracking environmental conditions, and helping out in disaster relief. Assessing disaster-stricken areas. Drones also show promise for delivering goods to rural or disaster-stricken areas that would otherwise be inaccessible. Gathering Data.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

Your nonprofit’s mission is likely the same as it was when your organization began; to make an impact and to effect change, whether locally, nationally or globally. You’ll be able to free up internal resources and worry less about what to do if disaster strikes when a server dies.

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VisionLink

JANUARY 16, 2010

State Department Operations Center has set up the following number for Americans seeking information about family members in Haiti: 1-888-407-4747. • Staff members from less-affected regions of Haiti are mobilizing, and World Vision''s global experts are expected to arrive in the disaster zone as soon as possible. •

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Tech Soup

MAY 23, 2014

TechSoup Global donation partner, Cisco , is starting to talk about an alternative to cloud computing, the paradigm that relies on huge data centers to do all our processing. It hooks up to a phone, tablet or computer so the information can be messaged to a hospital. Disaster Relief in Eastern Europe. Earlier this month the U.S.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

If you’re a nonprofit or local government agency or work alongside them, there is a good chance you have seen an uptick in funding possibilities within your field. Here are some of the recent changes to the government funding and reporting landscape so you will be better informed and ready to incorporate best practices.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

We hope this information will be useful in a multitude of ways, from ongoing advocacy efforts to capturing the sector’s story to helping local leaders build greater resiliency. billion in global COVID-19 giving by grantmakers and wealthy donors in 2020. This blog presents several common insights generated through these surveys.

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NTEN

MARCH 18, 2010

Cloud computing offers us all the same freedom for our information infrastructure. In addition to running a youth organization or a job training program or an environmental advocacy campaign, you are also running an information and technology system on which you do your work. on our own servers or desktops.

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AFP Blog

MAY 13, 2011

TechNet Blogs : "n order to assist with the recovery, TechSoup Japan, a program of the Japan NPO Center, is working with Microsoft, Adobe, and Symantec to aid local nonprofit organizations whose facilities are damaged in the earthquake by providing software donations. More information is available here in Japanese.

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NTEN

MARCH 18, 2010

Cloud computing offers us all the same freedom for our information infrastructure. In addition to running a youth organization or a job training program or an environmental advocacy campaign, you are also running an information and technology system on which you do your work. on our own servers or desktops.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 18, 2019

At ONE HUNDRED , (a multi-disciplinary agency that connects the nonprofit sector with leading experts in brand reputation, marketing and fundraising from across Omnicom) we regularly witness purpose-driven companies and organizations changing how they operate to meet the demands of this generation’s global citizens.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 21, 2014

From local athletes and community members in Boston it quickly became a national movement. " This seems interesting considering that "downer news," more specifically disaster imagery, has always driven up donations. Note: TechSoup Global is donating to the ALA Association as well.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 1, 2015

President, Global Hematology and Oncology, Celgene. This post summarizes some of the insights related to the effective use of networks and data in healthcare information and patient advocacy. ” Stefani pointed out there are important trends that are impacting healthcare information online. There is more to come.

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Tech Soup

JULY 8, 2011

by Dinesh Venkateswaran, Manager - Global Data Acquisitions, TechSoup Global. should enable power in members and facilitate a global impact of highly local activity.” There was a short and informative film entitled Up in Smoke , on sustainable and innovative farming, which I enjoyed very much. projects.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 6, 2024

They tackle everything from local environmental efforts to major global humanitarian causes. Here’s a thought: attempt building a skyscraper with no ground work—it’s a disaster waiting to happen. But, even with the best of intentions and heaps of hard work, keeping these organizations up and running is no small feat.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 29, 2017

I work with organizations primarily in four different areas: tackling technology distraction, managing information overload, achieving greater work-life balance in a digital world, and mindful leadership. And I think you’re right in terms of just the sheer volume of news and information that is being thrown at us every day.

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sgEngage

JULY 12, 2021

CSR professionals were called upon heavily during COVID-19 to support their local communities and help employees deal with unprecedented circumstances personally and professionally – efforts that have a clear connection to the three impacted SDGs of no poverty, zero hunger, and good health and well-being.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2009

you'll hear case studies of social media disasters and how they could have been prevented, as well as how brands have dealt with potential PR nightmares. This will be a conversation that explores the changing media landscape and how the web can rise to the challenge of supporting our communities and their information needs.

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