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Local Militias Step into Government Gaps

NonProfit Quarterly

In recent years, the group, labeled by the Southern Poverty Law Center as right-wing extremists , has been painting a different picture of itself—as a disaster relief organization. Another member also pled guilty to obstruction in connection to January 6th in early June.

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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. We hit all the checkboxes, right?

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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. It is the principle of donating time and energy towards a greater cause. Many people all over the world face different challenges and problems.

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5 Things to Look Forward to at MCON 2015

NonProfit Hub

Since its founding, Fashion Project has expanded to serve over 500 nonprofits, helping provide valuable funding for disease research, humanitarian aid, sustainability initiatives and disaster relief. Leaders Who are Transforming the Media Industry. Brady Josephson of Chimp will also lead one of the learning labs.

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11 Blog Content Ideas for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Nonprofits that work in international development, disaster relief, or wildlife conservation often do this sort of storytelling in print materials and website articles, but it also works extremely well as blog content. A first-person voice is best. There’s no reason why nonprofits can’t capture some of that buzz, too.

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11 Blog Content Ideas for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Nonprofits that work in international development, disaster relief, or wildlife conservation often do this sort of storytelling in print materials and website articles, but it also works extremely well as blog content. A first-person voice is best. There’s no reason why nonprofits can’t capture some of that buzz, too.

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11 Blog Content Ideas for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Nonprofits that work in international development, disaster relief, or wildlife conservation often do this sort of storytelling in print materials and website articles, but it also works extremely well as blog content. A first-person voice is best. There’s no reason why nonprofits can’t capture some of that buzz, too.