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Mar
19
2010
World Water Day 2010: Save water, give water
by Dee Benzing
Today we celebrate World Water Day–a day set aside to reflect on the vital role that this simple resource plays in the lives and livelihoods of people around the world. Many of us are familiar with the statistics: water-borne diseases cause the deaths of more than 1.5 million children each year,...
Mar
15
2010
What Twestival can teach nonprofits about engaging volunteers and donors
by Kristin Ivie
Now gearing up for its third event, Twestival has already proven a successful track record for fundraising through global social media communities. To recap, Twestival raised more than $250,000 last February for charity:water with tweet ups in 202 cities. In September, 130 cities all held tweet-ups...
Mar
15
2010
Twestival
by drupal
How can Twitter be used to change the world?
Mar
15
2010
CNCS announces the 2010 Summer of Service grantees
by Josh Tabb
The Corporation for National and Community Service recently announced the 2010 Summer of Service Grantees, funded by  Learn and Serve America, a CNCS initiative established under the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act. After taking over 200 applications from nonprofits, universities and schools,...
Mar
05
2010
Weekly news roundup: Chile, Grad Nation, trusted charity brands and nonprofit jobs
by Allie Burns
News from the Case Foundation and what people are talking about this week in the world of giving, tech and everything in between. 8.8 magnitude earthquake rocks Chile; tech again plays influential role in response We woke up last weekend to the unfortunate news of another significantly damaging...
Feb
25
2010
Off and running (and walking) towards a cure for brain cancer in South Florida
by Danielle Rosenzweig
Guest blogger Danielle Rosenzweig is the Director of Events for Accelerate Brain Cancer Cure (ABC2).  Everyone says that you have to walk before you run, but Accelerate Brain Cancer Cure (ABC2) has asked “why can’t we do both?” In the spirit of hitting the ground literally running, ABC2 is in the...
Feb
22
2010
International Corporate Philanthropy Day 2010: How are sectors problem-solving to meet social challenges?
by Charles Moore
Today, on International Corporate Philanthropy Day, the Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy is challenging its membership of over 150 leading corporate CEOs to take the uncomfortable step of thinking about what the world—and environment for business—will look like in the year 2020 if we...
Feb
18
2010
Olympic philanthropy
by Riva Warrilow
Guest blogger Riva Warrilow is an intern at the Case Foundation. With the 2010 Winter Olympics in full swing, the whole world is tuning in to root on compatriots, relive past rivalries and soak in the spirit of international cooperation. Athletes have been training for years for this opportunity...
Feb
12
2010
Presidential philanthrophy
by Kristin Ivie
With Presidents Day coming up, it's nice to reflect on the different types of philanthropic efforts by some of the leaders of the free world. On both sides of the aisle, our former presidents have continued to use their influence and skills as leaders in philanthropy. Here are a few outstanding...
Feb
10
2010
Nonprofit Jobs: John Bridgeland - Can an injection of national service heal the unemployment problem?
by John Bridgeland
Guest blogger John Bridgeland is President & CEO of Civic Enterprises, a policy firm that helps corporations, nonprofits, foundations, universities and governments develop and spearhead innovative public policies to strengthen our communities and country. In last week's first post of this...
Feb
09
2010
Dressed to Give: I "heart" fashion for good
by Stephanie Hackman
It's mid-February and I always get excited around this time of the year. While some look forward to Valentine's Day, it's NY Fashion Week that gets me giddy. I eagerly anticipate next season's trends, and while they change from year to year, there's one thing that always remains in style: the color...
Feb
08
2010
Give a gift that gives back this Valentine's Day
by Megan Stohner
February 14th is rapidly approaching and like with any gift giving holiday, you have a choice to make! Are you going to go the traditional route and drop your cash on standard red roses and a box of chocolates, or will you give to impress with thoughtful gifts that give back? If you opt to give...

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