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A powerful new tool to combat hunger and homelessness

Candid

The response was clear: In that moment, our donors were focused most on hunger and homelessness in the United States, two interwoven problems that have been greatly exacerbated by the ripple effects of COVID-19. . The severity of the hunger and homelessness crises varies by region, state, and community.

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LGBTQIA+ Philanthropy: Giving with Pride and Purpose

Greater Giving

LGBTQIA+ philanthropy is a powerful tool for creating a more inclusive society and supporting the community Inclusive and supportive communities are built upon the principles of equality and respect for all individuals. It goes beyond financial contributions and encompasses volunteerism, advocacy, and raising awareness.

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82 Fundraising and Social Media Stats for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

However, 19% of donors return within the first 90 days ( The State of Modern Philanthropy Report ). 29% of annual donation volume occurs from #GivingTuesday through the end of the year ( The State of Modern Philanthropy Report ). 501 USD is raised by return fundraisers ( The State of Modern Philanthropy Report ). Mobile Giving.

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Resources to Help Those Impacted By Hurricane Ian

Blue Fox

If you have time, talent, or treasure to donate to support these organizations serving in the wake of Hurricane Ian, please do. Support Blue Fox Clients in Florida - They Need Your Help More than Ever! Brevard Homeless Coalition The lead agency for the Continuum of Care and management of homelessness in Brevard County.

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Blockchain Technology: What Is It and How Is It Relevant for Nonprofits?

Nonprofit Tech for Good

The Bitcoin blockchain, for example, is supported by roughly 10,000 nodes hosting its freely downloadable database software, and it has never been hacked during its ten-year history. As a database platform, a blockchain can support a range of applications, of which bitcoin is only one. Cryptocurrency and Blockchain for Good.

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Philanthropy’s response to the Turkey and Syria earthquake 

Candid

million Turks in temporary shelters and left more than 500,000 Syrians homeless, according to the United Nations. Multilateral support for disaster relief and humanitarian aid began soon after the earthquakes with the World Bank releasing $1.78 The disaster also displaced over 1.9 An estimated 2.2 billion in emergency funds.

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#AI4Good: Artificial Intelligence & Wellbeing, Ethical Dilemmas, and More

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Allison Fine and I have been looking at artificial intelligence, nonprofits, and philanthropy. with support from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Chronic Homelessness Artificial Intelligence model (CHAI) . This research was supported by Microsoft’s AI for Humanitarian Action Initiative. .

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