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Are you giving to what you really want to change in the world?

Have Fun - Do Good

Each year, Lauren picks three causes that are a priority for her, and gives money and time to them. Do I want to pool my money with someone else and/or put together resources with a group of friends to have a bigger impact? Groups working on poverty and homelessness issues. How do you prioritize how you give your time and money?

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Social Enterprise World Forum 2008 - Part Two

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Unclaimed money in bank accounts -> social investment. He's a real pistol: challenging the Lloyd Bank folks to kick money in with him. My good buddy Mel Young of the Homeless World Cup was the evening keynoter: he's got an exciting story to tell. London as a global social finance capital. Social investment wholesaler.

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Social Media for Stewardship

Connection Cafe

How can I use social media to raise money? How about posting an album on Flickr, or even turning your still photos into a video slideshow. Homeless Prenatal Program 20 Years in Action - thank you video. Many common questions come my way: How can I get my social media program off the ground? Do you have photos?

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Will You Donate Your Economic Stimulus Check?

Have Fun - Do Good

Readers suggested giving to local organizations, food banks, homeless shelters, Heifer International , Building with Books , Global Fund for Women , Planned Parenthood , DonorsChoose , Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking , Modest Needs , Women for Women International , Camfed, and many more.

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Guest Post by Michaela Hackner: Community Matters Even At SXSW

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I actually have a repertoire of stories, but one of them is about Michaela Hackner ( Kalabird.) I connected with her through her amazing photos of Cambodia on Flickr when I was covering the Cambodian blogosphere for Global Voices over five years ago. to help promote awareness of homelessness in America.

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Greater Washington Give to the Max Day Training Event

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Image by Codilicious from Flickr. NStreet Village : N Street Village is a community of empowerment and recovery for homeless and low-income women in Washington, D.C. Some tips to build capacity and benefiting from a fundraising contest: Get organized both online and offline. Designate a cheer leader.

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How Can We Make Charitable Giving A Year-Round Habit?

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

But donating money to a charity, even a small amount (or in-kind items ) can certainly help with part of the need and raise awareness in others. For my 50th birthday, I held a 50th Birthday Card Photo Remix Contest on flickr and donated $50 the winner's favorite charity. October: By October, school is in full swing.

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