Waters True Value donates $4,000 with the help of social media - News - Dodge City Daily Globe - Dodge City, KS

Waters True Value donates $4,000 with the help of social media - News - Dodge City Daily Globe - Dodge City, KS: Waters True Value utilized Facebook to bring awareness about relief efforts to the community. Waters’ encouraged their Facebook friends to share a “Pray for Oklahoma” status with a promise of donating one dollar to the disaster relief efforts for each share. After only two days, the status generated over 2,000 shares. The True Value Corporation in Chicago continued the endeavor by matching the amount, resulting in a $4,000 donation given to the Oklahoma City Red Cross.

Disaster relief group cooking 200,000 meals for storm victims | KFOR.com

Disaster relief group cooking 200,000 meals for storm victims | KFOR.com: Help continues to pour in for storm victims and the Southern Baptist Disaster Relief group has focused on providing hot meals for people affected by the recent vicious storms.

This army of volunteers has served more than 200,000 meals to people in Moore, El Reno, Shawnee and other areas hit.

The goal is simple; to keep peoples’ tummies full and to give them nutrition.

American Red Cross Launches Digital Training Program for Disaster Relief Volunteers - PR Newswire - The Sacramento Bee

American Red Cross Launches Digital Training Program for Disaster Relief Volunteers - PR Newswire - The Sacramento Bee: WASHINGTON, June 4, 2013 -- /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today,the American Red Cross announced a new, technology-based training program for disaster relief volunteers that will allow them to access training programs remotely through mobile devices.

West battling ‘donor fatigue’ in recovery efforts - WacoTrib.com: West Explosion

West battling ‘donor fatigue’ in recovery efforts - WacoTrib.com: West Explosion: Michael Nilsen, vice president of public affairs for the Association of 
Fundraising Professionals in Arlington, Va., said West might benefit in its fundraising efforts because of the uniqueness of the tragedy, one caused by something other than natural disasters.

“There is no magic silver bullet that will keep people interested in giving. You see this phenomenon all the time. It has to be a continuing process, but we can only go to the well so much because there are others who say, we need, we need and we need, too.

Oklahoma tornadoes: Faith groups cooperate with one another to help tornado victims | News OK

Oklahoma tornadoes: Faith groups cooperate with one another to help tornado victims | News OK: Faith groups have spread out in force to help Oklahomans attempting to rebuild their lives in the aftermath of deadly tornadoes around the state.

Ensuring storm relief contributions are used effectively � Business � The Norman Transcript

Ensuring storm relief contributions are used effectively � Business � The Norman Transcript: As we’ve seen in response to other recent events, Americans are generous and quick to give in times of crisis and tragedy,” said Andrew Watt, FInstF, president and CEO of the Association of Fundraising Professionals . “Most organizations involved in these efforts are truly working to make a difference, but taking just a few precautions can help ensure your money goes to legitimate organizations helping those families and communities affected by the tornadoes.”

Watt noted that new fundraising technology is forcing donors to take a little more time in making their giving decisions.

WASHINGTON, May 31, 2013: Victoria Principal Joins Americans Across The Country To Support American Humane Association And Their Red Star Rescue Team As They Save Animals In The Wake Of Oklahoma Tornado | PRNewswire | Rock Hill Herald Online

WASHINGTON, May 31, 2013: Victoria Principal Joins Americans Across The Country To Support American Humane Association And Their Red Star Rescue Team As They Save Animals In The Wake Of Oklahoma Tornado | PRNewswire | Rock Hill Herald Online: ctress, entrepreneur and author Victoria Principal is joining Americans across the nation in support of American Humane Association's lifesaving work to rescue and shelter animals caught in the path of the devastating Oklahoma tornado last week.

2 Years After Tornado, Recovery Efforts Ongoing In Monson | WBUR

2 Years After Tornado, Recovery Efforts Ongoing In Monson | WBUR: If you notice driving through downtown that pretty much all the roofs on all the buildings are brand new,” says Dan LaRoche, Monson’s disaster recovery manager.

LaRoche was hired last year as part of a $500,000 state grant. He stops behind the soon-to-be demolished former town administrative building and police station.

Japan extends condolences to Taiwanese quake victims | Latest | FOCUS TAIWAN - CNA ENGLISH NEWS

Japan extends condolences to Taiwanese quake victims | Latest | FOCUS TAIWAN - CNA ENGLISH NEWS: Taipei, June 3 (CNA) Japan's representative to Taiwan has extended his condolences to the families of the victims of a powerful earthquake that struck central Taiwan Sunday, according to Japan's Interchange Association.

Disaster relief calculator, developed at URI, is adopted by U.S. international relief agency | Business Notes - Business | providencejournal.com | The Providence Journal - The Providence Journal

Disaster relief calculator, developed at URI, is adopted by U.S. international relief agency | Business Notes - Business | providencejournal.com | The Providence Journal - The Providence Journal: Students at the University of Rhode Island have developed a program that helps donors see how to aim their generous impulses to the most effective actions.

Called the Greatest Good Donation Calculator, and developed by students and faculty in business and computer engineering, the calculator was adopted by the U.S. Agency for International Development, or USAID, the federal government’s international relief agency.

Blake Shelton Tornado Relief Concert Raises 6 Million | Music News | Rolling Stone

Blake Shelton Tornado Relief Concert Raises 6 Million | Music News | Rolling Stone: "Blake Shelton's "Healing in the Heartland" benefit concert raised more than $6 million for victims of a deadly tornado last week in Oklahoma, The Associated Press reports. Proceeds from ticket sales and pledges will go to the United Way of Central Oklahoma. "

Benefit Show Raises Funds for Boston Bombing Victims - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

Benefit Show Raises Funds for Boston Bombing Victims - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: ock band Aerosmith headlined as one of more than a dozen acts performing on Thursday night at TD Garden in Boston to raise money for victims of last month’s marathon bombing, according to Reuters.

Charities See Influx of Donations for Oklahoma Tornado Victims

Charities See Influx of Donations for Oklahoma Tornado Victims: OKLAHOMA CITY -- Charities providing relief to residents of tornado-ravaged neighborhoods in Moore and Oklahoma City are seeing an infusion of donations from around the country as Americans open up their pocketbooks to help people in the Sooner State.

Several of those charities also will likely see a boost in giving Wednesday when several country music stars with Oklahoma ties take to the stage at the Chesapeake Energy Arena in downtown Oklahoma City for a telethon, "Healing in the Heartland: Relief Benefit Concert."

Blake Shelton’s benefit concert for Oklahoma: Good intentions, but who gets the donations?

Blake Shelton’s benefit concert for Oklahoma: Good intentions, but who gets the donations?: oble intentions all around (except for scalpers reselling the $25 tickets). But it remains to be seen if “Healing in the Heartland: Relief Benefit Concert” will actually help victims — or join the ranks of hastily-conceived attempts at humanitarian relief.

“There’s an awful lot of emotional giving that happens after a disaster,” said Heather Joslyn, an editor at the Chronicle of Philanthropy. “Sometimes that can be a recipe for wasteful spending.”

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To Reach 10,000 Bikes, DOT Looks to Sponsorships, Sandy Recovery Loan | Streetsblog New York City

To Reach 10,000 Bikes, DOT Looks to Sponsorships, Sandy Recovery Loan | Streetsblog New York City: New York would not be the first city to receive an SBA loan for bike-share, though it would probably be the first to apply disaster recovery funds. In Chicago, SBA provided a $350,000 loan to a 100-bike program operated by B-cycle, which is now closed and being replaced by the larger, Alta-operated Divvy bike-share program this summer.

All Cumulus Stations To Raise Money For Victims Of Oklahoma Tornado Throughout The Day ...

All Cumulus Stations To Raise Money For Victims Of Oklahoma Tornado Throughout The Day ...: CUMULUS MEDIA will raise money throughout the day TODAY (5/29) on all of its 525 radio stations for the victims of last week’s devastating OKLAHOMA tornado. The fundraising efforts will feature local on-air personalities asking listeners to make donations for the survivors and families of the victims.

Mercer: We’re all one disaster away from Moore - Richmond Times Dispatch: Marsha-mercer

Mercer: We’re all one disaster away from Moore - Richmond Times Dispatch: Marsha-mercer: After the horrific tornado in Oklahoma and as another Atlantic hurricane season starts, it’s a good time to think about federal disaster aid. You may have heard politicians in Washington insist that there’s no debate about funding disaster relief. Don’t believe it.

Free coffee at Starbucks? Donate to Oklahoma tornado victims to get a free cup

Free coffee at Starbucks? Donate to Oklahoma tornado victims to get a free cup: Free Starbucks coffee will be offered up to everyone who arrives at participating restaurants of the establishment and offers to help the victims of the Oklahoma tornadoes. The announcement on The Voice on Tuesday had people checking out Blake Shelton’s coffee cup and getting excited to help the folks in need.

Featured Topic: Disaster Planning and Recovery

Featured Topic: Disaster Planning and Recovery: Disaster preparedness isn't just about being ready for a fire or earthquake; it's a nimble, flexible approach to your organization's day-to-day programs and operations. A natural disaster may never hit your office, but by adopting certain technologies and strategies, you can deepen your nonprofit's impact and make your work faster and more efficient. The resources in this toolkit will not only prepare you for a crisis, but also deepen the impact of your nonprofit or charity in times of health.