Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

There’s a global book famine afflicting people with disabilities. I have good news: For $5 million a year, we can build a global library that provides tens of millions of people around the world who are blind, low vision, or dyslexic free access to books that will work for them. We just need the resources to scale.

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Kindful

AUGUST 9, 2021

To assist in the arduous grant research process, I’ve created this list of grant resources and funders according to a specific funding focus area: education. . Global Fund For Children. Global Fund For Children. Education is one of the more popular issues that many foundations focus on. Funding Priority: Education.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Hunger is a global issue that affects everyone, everywhere. An estimated 811 million people are hungry globally. Supporting them is not only essential to the global community’s food supply, but also to the day-to-day well-being of the communities in which they work and live. Why Small-Scale Farmers?

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Global Fund for Children. Global Fund for Children. The Global Fund for Children engages young people who are also the least likely to have access to mainstream education and training, including girls, refugees, young people with disabilities, and youth engaged in hazardous work. Funding Priority: Youth Programs. Good Sports.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 21, 2021

Families in need can access small, affordable loans and expert local resources to make household taps and toilets a reality, immediately. The sustainability of this approach resonates with the philanthropic interests of Water.org’s monthly donors who are: Smart – They invest in global progress through efficient and scalable solutions.

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.orgSource

JUNE 5, 2023

Zonta International, where Allison served as Executive Director* and Chief Staff Executive, was honored with the 2021 ASAE Summit Award for the UNFPA-UNICEFF Global Program to End Child Marriage. Leaders who work on a global playing field can help you see in a new perspective. It’s easy with resources like LegalZoom.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 13, 2013

The TechSoup Global Network is a treasure trove of fundraising wisdom. We've compiled some of the best articles, blogs, and webinars from our partners in Canada, Australia, and the global NetSquared Local groups. CanadaHelps 101: A Simple Way to Get Online Donations. 10 Ways Nonprofits Can Use an Online Store. Connecting Up.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

The large difference is that most funders tend to direct a majority of their arts funding to local and regional organizations. So, while there are a few global and national options below, most are targeted to their communities. Areas served: Colorado.

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Arts Culture Grant Fund 104

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

The data from GivingTuesday comes from their 2019 GivingTuesday Impact Report and the 2020 Global Trends in Giving Report data is based on the survey responses of 2,263 GivingTuesday 2019 donors. From the 2020 Global Trends in Giving Report : 2) 9% of donors worldwide donated to a nonprofit, NGO, or charity on GivingTuesday 2019.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

The details of your stewardship strategy will depend on things like your donors’ interests and your resources. Read on to learn how Feeding America and The Global FoodBanking Network have recently stewarded their corporate donors on social media. The Global FoodBanking Network.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 25, 2013

We've compiled the best resources on CRM from the TechSoup Global Network as well as from other trusted nonprofit technology sites. TechSoup Global Blogs, Articles, and Webinars. TechSoup Global Network. NetSquared Local group Tech & Social Change Baltimore hosted a presentation on CRM for nonprofits.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 3, 2010

I’ve had experience organizing communities offline in local communities, and organizing community online – but the kind of organizing that inspires me the most is combining online and offline. What’s the point in using “global&# tools (social media) for local organizing?

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The MatrixFiles

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Unfortunately, it continues to rise, spreading from national news down to the local level at an alarming rate. Members are asking for resources they can use to bring people together and enhance trust within their communities. Educate your members to be discerning consumers of information: webinars, blog posts, podcasts.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 22, 2021

Finastra’s CSR team quickly pulled together employee resource group leaders, ambassadors, and regional leaders to help launch a series of health and wellness events while remaining aware of the different interests, cause-areas, and global content their regional employees desired.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Of course, whether we’re writing checks to local charities, endowing a scholarship at our alma mater, or establishing a family foundation, we’re investing for impact. The Global Impact Investing Network estimates the size of the worldwide impact investing market at $1.64

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

PADI AWARE Foundation is a publicly funded nonprofit whose mission is to drive local action for global ocean conservation. The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation seeks to protect natural resources, improve the production and distribution of food, and promote public health in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East.

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Conservancy Environment Grant Alaska 57

NTEN

JULY 15, 2014

Similar to Mozilla, we share the belief that the web is a global public resource that’s an essential part of our modern life. We want to give everyone the tools and resources they need to understand and effectively use web technologies. Join the celebration by attending a Maker Party event in your local area.

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Kindful

AUGUST 12, 2021

The large difference is that most funders tend to direct a majority of their arts funding to local and regional organizations. So, while there are a few global and national options below, most are targeted to their communities. Areas served: Colorado.

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Arts Grant Culture Fund 73

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2011

The number of low-cost or free, web-based resources and tools available to nonprofits today is astounding. In addition to the list of global top sites, you can also view top sites by country. This resources is always good for a laugh. 2dCode :: 2d-code.co.uk. Alexa Top Sites :: alexa.com/topsites. BlogPulse :: blogpulse.com.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 26, 2018

Last week I had the pleasure of attending the United Nations Global Compact Network USA Symposium in New York City. As Lise Kingo, CEO and executive director of UN Global Compact observes, the amount needed to finance the SDGs is about 50% of all global capital. So what else can we do? What else can YOU do? Look long-term.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 20, 2010

Over the last few years, the NetSquared Local network (a project of TechSoup Global's) has grown from just a few groups in only a couple countries, to 70+ groups in 21+ countries! Those local groups are organized by volunteers passionate about building community at the intersection of technology and social change.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

More importantly, moving to the cloud is a great way to demonstrate transparency, strengthen institutional memory, conserve resources, collaborate, and display tech-savvy. 3) Conserve Resources. These last two take staff time and financial resources that could be better spent providing services to clients. FULL BIO ].

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Candid

MARCH 9, 2022

Toledo-Lucas County Public Library (TLCPL) has been part of Candid’s Funding Information Network since 1980, providing local nonprofits and the public with access to Candid’s resources, including Foundation Directory, for free. Q&A with a Toledo-based library on building community capacity.

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Library Grant Local Roles 98

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 27, 2019

With each card sent, donors make a donation to a charity of their choice ($1 or more) instead of wasting money and resources on paper cards and stamps. GroupRaise is an online system that enables restaurants to fundraise for local organizations with a 3-5 mile radius. The 2019 Global NGO Technology Survey is now live!

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Tools Online Fundraising FAQ 274

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 9, 2022

Globally, Habitat for Humanity has worked in more than 70 countries and helped more than 39 million people with improved living conditions since 1976. On the local level, affiliate organizations work with trusted partners and residents to improve communities and build strong neighborhoods. Second-to-None Support & Resources.

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sgEngage

MARCH 18, 2024

This includes considering factors such as race, gender, socioeconomic status, and other intersecting identities that can influence access to resources and opportunities. Most recently, many of these equity initiatives and programs are being challenged directly, on a global scale.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2021

However, with global sea levels still rising rapidly , biodiversity declining at an alarming rate , and the world’s most vulnerable populations bearing the brunt of the climate crisis, it is clear that the efforts of dedicated environmental nonprofits alone are not enough. From nonprofits like 350.org With a digital-first approach, 350.org’s

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Organization Massachusetts Org Africa 98

Candid

MAY 4, 2022

The COVID-19 crisis has shined a spotlight on the value of philanthropy and, for this reason, many foundation representatives believe society at large will expect philanthropy to address global distress in the future. First, we learned that during the pandemic, European foundations engaged in both local and cross-border giving in new ways.

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Tech Soup

JULY 18, 2017

Now that TechSoup’s Local Impact Map has officially launched , let's discover one of great new organizations featured there. TechSoup’s Local Impact Map is a great thing because it gives nonprofits like the Luciano Barreto Júnior Institute a way to get some wider attention for their good work.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 2, 2013

TechSoup Global has had a busy year so far with new ventures, exciting contests, and global recognition. That's why TechSoup Global, NetSquared and Microsoft teamed up to launch the Windows 8 Apps for Social Good Contest last November. Our global partners are also taking part in digital storytelling.

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Global Action Library Contest 55

Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

Each year, individuals worldwide take the opportunity to do better for our planet with actions such as planting trees, cleaning local communities, and raising awareness for environmental causes through peer-to-peer fundraising pages. The global COVID-19 pandemic didn’t slow the momentum one bit. percent gets recycled.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

Also, data from the 2020 Global Trends in Giving Report reveals that 45% of online donors worldwide are enrolled in a monthly giving program. According to the Global Trends in Giving Report , 33% of donors worldwide give tribute gifts. A matching gift strategy could also be applied to local nonprofits on a smaller scale.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Partner with a local bakery to create a basket of fresh pastries, such as donuts, croissants, cookies, and muffins. Consider also including gift cards to local coffee shops to allow the winner to try new spots in your community. Local goods basket. Pastry basket. Gourmet chocolate basket. Personal chef prize. Tea time basket.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

The United States has Give Local America Day (May 1, 2018). Each state organizes giving campaigns through local community foundations. $68 Resources for Causes Awareness and Giving Days. Classy: # GivingTuesday Resource Pack. 2017 Global Trends in Giving Report. million mentions on social media).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Last week, I got to BoardSource at 8 am just so I could hear Marnie Webb and Rebecca Masisak, CO-CEOs of TechSoup Global share their lessons learned in developing, weaving, and stewarding two very different types of networks. Local connections built through engagement. Organizers in local community own the agenda.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 6, 2022

Funders are seeing this challenge and answering the call, using their influence to not just support the sector’s own path to net zero, but also increase the capacity of the sector to drive an equitable transition to net zero globally. Beyond the actions of individual funders, communities of funders are also emerging to set standards.

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System Change Environment Global 52

Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 27, 2021

The growing number of refugees worldwide are part of a global crisis. Throughout the year we also partner with various nonprofits — including, Migraflix , Connections Australia , Syrian Community Network, ICNA Relief, and Refugee Congress — that support local refugee populations and resettlement in our communities. So how can we help?

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