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Three Ways To Help Support Hurricane Relief in Puerto Rico

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

It has been ten days since Hurricane Maria has devastated the Island of Puerto Rico. I have my go-to global organizations that do a great job at relief efforts on the ground, set up funds for long-term rebuilding, or do a terrific job of vetting local charities to support. How do you decide which organizations to support?

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What happened in 2020 disaster philanthropy beyond COVID-19?  

Candid

Puerto Rico “ earthquake swarm.” Puerto Rico experienced a series of earthquakes beginning in December 2019. We identified $791,176 to date in earthquake funding for Puerto Rico. Know your local organizations. Support racialized communities. million in aid. On January 7, 2020, a 6.4

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Lessons from 2019 to maximize future disaster giving decisions

Candid

Philanthropy plays a crucial role in helping communities prepare for and respond to global disasters and supports the long-term recovery that individuals and communities face after disasters. Support underfunded areas of the disaster lifecycle. Support underfunded areas of the disaster lifecycle.

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February 11 Is National 2-1-1 Day!

VisionLink

VisionLink Is Proud To Support 2-1-1s Do you know 2-1-1? 2-1-1 is confidential and helps people across North America find the local resources they need. Every day, thousands of people across North America turn to 2-1-1 for information and referral support. Congratulations 2-1-1.

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5 Text Best Practices to Boost Your Fundraising Success

Get Fully Funded

Text marketing , also known as SMS marketing, can help your organization engage supporters, build relationships, and ultimately boost your fundraising results. We’ll cover five best practices you can use to improve your texting strategy and earn more for your mission: Ask every supporter to opt in. Ask every supporter to opt in.

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

Saleforce Nonprofit

Impact Labs convenes community experts, or fellows, across sectors to co-create new technology solutions to support specific issue areas. Supporting households in the wake of the pandemic and amidst rising food prices is essential to ensuring healthy lives for families in the U.S. and supporting small farmers in remote areas globally.

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How To Get Started With Mobile Giving To Reach Fundraising Goals

Nonprofits Source

Now, your supporters can donate to your cause at any time, from anywhere (not only while at your event). Supporters can donate from anywhere, at any time, through your online or text message–based fundraiser. Puerto Rico Relief Fund: Mobile Donation Page. Reach A Larger Audience. Provide A More Engaging Experience.

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