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Why Building Resilient Networks Matter

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

As Hurricane Sandy was barreling up the Atlantic coast of the United States, a husband and wife in their early 90s, frail of body and mind though resolute (some would say stubborn) of spirit, finally gave in to the pleadings of their family. The homeless population in the city doubled to 80,000. They get things mixed up.

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49 Online Fundraising Ideas to Help You Raise More

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In the aftermath of a disaster, whether it be a devastating hurricane that has left your community flooded or a wildfire that has forced your community to leave their homes behind, you’ll need to mobilize quickly to provide support. John Center for Homeless Men. Emergency campaigns. Virtual open mic night. Holiday e-card campaign.

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Win Back Your Lapsed Donors

Bloomerang

So again, kind of keep that in mind. But let’s say, you know, maybe you’ve just been talking to them about job placement because the job placement is really the thing that elevates the homeless and helps them get off the streets and all of that. . you know, when Puerto Rico had that hurricane, you know, that was huge here.

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