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8 Top Corporate Giving Trends to Watch in 2024 + Examples

Nonprofits Source

Individuals want to make a difference, and their employers can play an impactful role in that. Take Coca-Cola for example. Companies recognize that society is increasingly passionate about these causes, and these businesses can play a major role in mitigating the impact of environmental crises.

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Is climate change action the new face of natural disaster relief?

Candid

Whether it’s global heatwaves, flooding in Pakistan, Canadian wildfires that block out the sun, decade-long droughts in Africa, or ever more powerful hurricanes, natural disasters have our attention. For example, Hurricane Katrina, in August of 2005, presented as a once-in-a-generation disaster. That is no longer the case.

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What happened in 2020 disaster philanthropy beyond COVID-19?  

Candid

CDP’s Cari Cullen describes a derecho as a “storm with hurricane-force winds in a place where the infrastructure isn’t built for hurricane-force winds.” This list isn’t exhaustive, and far more could have been written about hurricanes, droughts, and other disasters and humanitarian crises that happened in 2020.

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Measuring Social Media Outcomes Is Easier than Measuring Hurricane Strength

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I grew up in a small town by the New Jersey shore in a house a block from the Atlantic Ocean that my elderly parents still live in today. With Hurricane threatening a direct hit and potential devastating damage, emergency officials called for a mandatory evacuation — something that hasn’t happened in many years.

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Lessons from 2019 to maximize future disaster giving decisions

Candid

Philanthropy plays a crucial role in helping communities prepare for and respond to global disasters and supports the long-term recovery that individuals and communities face after disasters. We’ve included their recommendations below, along with examples from the 2019 analysis of donors who use these tactics. .

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Corporate Responsibility’s Role During Disaster Response

Connection Cafe

All over the world, we see natural catastrophes come unpredictably, from flooding and hurricanes to ice storms and wildfires. For example, Red Cross Canada offers training programs for volunteers with specific skills to help during a time of need. . Engage your local charities and become familiar with their reach.

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Tips to Maintain Momentum for Your In-Person Fundraising Events Amidst COVID-19

Connection Cafe

Ensure that your past and present event participants understand the important role your FUNDRAISING event plays in your organization’s ability to accomplish its mission. It also can help reinforce the vital role your organization plays in the community. Our mission to end cancer is equally important as the hurricane relief efforts.