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What the Lost Children Knew: A Story from Colombia’s Amazon Rainforest

NonProfit Quarterly

Image credit: Photo by Los Muertos Crew on pexels.com On May 1, 2023, a Cessna plane took off from the tiny Amazonian town of Araracuara in Colombia, carrying seven passengers: the pilot, four children, their mother, and another adult. But the four children—Lesly (13), Soleiny (9), Tien Noriel (4), and Cristin (1)—survived.

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[VIDEO] The Science of Philanthropic Psychology

Bloomerang

Jen Shang, PhD will take you through a series of real-world examples to demonstrate how philanthropic psychology can be applied to nurture, develop donor identities, and achieve sustainable increases in giving (up to 218% increases using multiple channels and campaigns) as a result of sharing genuine love. So thanks for being here.

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Newsletter: The Sea of Corporate Money Right in Front of You ; The Psychology of Rounding Up for Charity ; Referral Advice from a Milkman, a Dentist & an Accountant

Selfish Giving

The psychology behind rounding up for charity at checkout. Brain Food 1. Jude Children's Research Hospital that they make a point to schedule "love calls" with donors. Make plans now to attend this valuable one-day conference. At my request, David has kindly extended early-bird pricing until Thursday, April 7th. 69k - $92k) 2.

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Low-Cost Fundraising: 6 Innovative Ideas

Ann Green

A soft launch taps into social psychology. A fancy, intimate event is a staple of major donor relations, but venues, food, and entertainment costs can add up quickly. For example, you can suggest that supporters give up one $30 meal per month to feed hungry children for 30 days. Live tweet your campaign.

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Exposed and at Risk: New Report Shows Farms Do Little to Protect Workers from Harm

NonProfit Quarterly

Image Credit: Tim Mossholder on unsplash.com “All they care about is the harvest,” Gracida Daleyza, a farmworker and mother of two young disabled children, told Lookout Santa Cruz. Multiple studies have tracked the impact of pesticides on the health of workers, their children, and their families.

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The State of Mental Health Support in Climate Emergencies

NonProfit Quarterly

Water shortages and food scarcity caused by droughts can also lead to mental health conditions “associated with developmental delays, mental health issues, and neurological problems that can result from malnutrition.” Those impacted the most by involuntary moves globally are children. Why are children most in jeopardy?

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Making a Great Story into a Powerful Fundraising Story

Bloomerang

Psychologically, we are wired for connection. Example: In our city, 1,500 children go to school hungry each year, which means they struggle in school, can face health struggles, etc. Example: Every week we provide more than 1,000 meals to children who are hungry. To have a great fundraising story, you need a few key things.