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Philanthropy’s response to the Turkey and Syria earthquake 

Candid

The earthquakes on February 6 that devastated southern Turkey and northern Syria have left an estimated 54,000 people dead. million Turks in temporary shelters and left more than 500,000 Syrians homeless, according to the United Nations. billion) to Turkey. million) for relief work in Turkey and €10 million ($10.6

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How to Help After the Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria

Qgiv

The devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria have left massive casualties in its wake. With thousands dead and more now homeless as a result of these earthquakes, it’s imperative that relief organizations mobilize quickly to help stabilize the situation in Turkey and Syria. Feed the Hunger, Inc.

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What is the Turkey and the Bread (or the Sourdough Starter) of the MAH?

Museum 2.0

It's run by Becky Mangiotta and Joe McCannon, two brilliant nerds who led national movements in homelessness and public health and then decided to teach others how to do it. But they suggested another metaphor: the turkey sandwich. Imagine that your existing project is a turkey sandwich. it is dialed-in delicious.

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Social Media and Cute Dogs Go Mobile And Other Cute Animal and Nonprofit Tales

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

The App also provides: adoptable dog search by zip code, simple giving to help homeless pets, and their grassroots pledge to start seeing invisible dogs. This gave Michelle and her team an idea: What if they had a cute animal mascot for their holiday turkey donation drive?

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The impact of COVID-19 on civil society, part two

Candid

News from Turkey does offer a glimmer of hope. In Turkey, organizations surveyed by TUSEV responded the same way in both April and August when asked if they anticipate having to dismiss employees if the pandemic continues. About 36 percent see such action as a likelihood, while under 30 percent have had to enforce leave.

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49 Online Fundraising Ideas to Help You Raise More

Qgiv

Turkey Trot or Santa Run. Host a peer-to-peer Turkey Trot or Santa Run so your athletic donors can help you raise money for your organization while also getting to participate in their favorite holiday event. John Center for Homeless Men. Seasonal online fundraising ideas. Holiday e-card campaign.

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How to Use Holiday-Season Volunteering to Start a Long-Term Relationship

NonProfit Hub

For many people, the holidays mean gathering together with family to consume meals, exchange gifts, watch football and take turkey-induced naps. Most of the time, this involves serving meals at a soup kitchen, working at a homeless shelter or ringing a bell outside a store. But you never know!). Get the Word Out.