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Lessons from the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season: What philanthropy can do better

Candid

In Sarasota County, it destroyed million-dollar homes on barrier islands, impacting the donors nonprofits and foundations rely on for disaster relief funding. Hardest hit by flooding was the Central Appalachia region, where years of disinvestment by government and philanthropy left the region ill prepared.

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Puerto Rico: The Critical Role of Information and the Nonprofit Sector in Disaster Living

NonProfit Quarterly

Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, which “ was signed into law in 1988 to create an orderly system to get federal assistance to state and local governments in the wake of natural disasters.”. The US government and FEMA recently changed the recovery process in Puerto Rico. So, that is unsustainable. “I

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What Is Volunteerism? A Guide to the History & Benefits

Bloomerang

These issues include climate-related disasters, diseases, poverty, and other problems that present major roadblocks to peace and prosperity. Emergency relief Emergency or disaster relief volunteers come into play after a major, devastating event, such as an earthquake or hurricane.

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15 Inspiring Examples of Corporate Social Responsibility

Top Nonprofits

In this post, let’s explore fifteen inspiring examples of CSR initiatives that demonstrate the power of philanthropy and corporate giving. During natural disasters, The Weather Channel amplifies the Red Cross’s relief efforts and fundraising campaigns, helping raise awareness and encourage donations for disaster victims.

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The Ultimate Source for Fundraising Questions – From Permission to Confirmation

iMarketSmart

Philanthropy origin story questions How did you learn to be generous? Those questions can be adapted to any context – schools, hospitals, countries, communities, cities, and even to issues such as race relations, poverty, and veterans. Here are a few identity questions, under various categories, that you can explore.

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The Hard Problems: A Resilient Civil Society To Face What’s Next

The NonProfit Times

(Photo By Deposit Photos) By Marnie Webb From the frontlines of disaster relief to the forefront of technological innovation, civil society organizations are navigating a rapidly changing landscape. This could leave nonprofits working on other critical issues, such as poverty alleviation and education, with limited funding and support.