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February 11 Is National 2-1-1 Day!

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Did you know that in 1997 the United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta was the first to introduce a 2-1-1 service? The success 2-1-1 garnered in the United States opened services in Toronto, Canada in 2002. 2-1-1 is confidential and helps people across North America find the local resources they need. Congratulations 2-1-1.

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Announcing Our First Impact Labs Cohort on Zero Hunger: Addressing Food Insecurity in the U.S.

Saleforce Nonprofit

For example, our first Impact Lab cohort designed Service Match , an open-source app designed for case managers who connect people experiencing homelessness to vital human services. Melvin (Mel) hails from Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico. and supporting small farmers in remote areas globally. Food Insecurity. Melvin Acosta.

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16 Million 2-1-1 Calls in 2009

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More than 40% of the 16,235,348 callers had basic human service needs for housing, utilities, food, clothing, personal and household goods. Requests for health and mental health services increased to 15% of all calls. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to help implement and sustain 2-1-1 nationwide.

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How To Get Started With Mobile Giving To Reach Fundraising Goals

Nonprofits Source

The first use of the text to bid system was during their “Sporting Affair” event, where local celebrities, professional athlete and wish kids and their families come together to talk about the hope, strength, and joy received from a wish come true. Puerto Rico Relief Fund: Mobile Donation Page. Customer Service.

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Philanthropy Cloud Adds New Volunteer Management Capabilities for National Volunteer Week

Saleforce Nonprofit

No longer able to gather folks together for a shared meal, they pivoted to a Cook-and-Collect takeaway service to continue providing hot, nutritious meals created by volunteer teams. Foodcycle worked with the team at HandsOn Connect to launch their virtual check-in and chat service, where volunteers call guests for a “weekly natter”.

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Addressing Maternity Care Deserts: A Conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Cherot

Non Profit Quarterly

Our latest report is coming out August 1st, and that report is titled “Where You Live Matters” because it looks across maternity care in the 50 states and Puerto Rico, and it’s our most comprehensive report to date. ” We are the convener. We’re not care providers, despite me being an OB-GYN.

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The Bold, Focused Ideas of Breakthrough Nonprofit Brands: Book Giveaway Winners Announced

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

An island-wide educational campaign in Puerto Rico to educate people on the importance of spaying and neutering and vaccinating their dogs and cats, in hopes of alleviating the drastic conditions for the 100,000+ “satos” (street dogs) that are homeless and roaming the beaches and streets of PR. SafeAmerica Foundation , Bill Soule.