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Social Media creates possibilities for NPO's
We've heard time and time again how effective social media is at connecting people, getting our messages out and listening to what people are talking about. But, how many times have we sat and really listened to what someone is trying to say, and discover that they were asking for help, without openly asking?
This is what pretty much happened almost a year ago on social media site Twitter; @JamesHancox had been talking about his passion for photography and his desire to do things for others in the community. His goal was to set up a charity that would do both.
PfC Awarded "Cause of the Week"
I'm very excited to announce that Photographers for Charity was "Cause of the Week" on Socialize Your Cause!
Thanks to a local connection with Graeme Russell of Adage Business & Media Services (who wrote a fantastic piece on the possibilities for NPO's found in Social Media, using me as an example), this US based team heard about us and immediately offered to help.
What they have done for me, and offer all charities/NPO's, is help in getting my message out on a grand scale. They've also provided my with support and education on how I could better use Social Media tools to continue helping my self... And they've provided this to me free of charge.
Cure Kids Brings Back Red Nose Day
"Red Nose Day" was always a personal favourite. I'd see the noses on nearly
everything, from people to buses, and spirits were instantly lifted. Such a great, novel, & highly visible idea that was infectious.
Thanks to "Cure Kids", this old Kiwi favourite is back!
First Thursdays Re-Launching Art Walk on K'Road
First Thursdays, a K Road art walk and open craft market which hosted three events last summer, is re-launching on Thursday 2 December from 6-9pm.
New Zealand/Australia Most Generous in the World
UK-based "Charities Aid Foundation" has released a report on 153 countries, ranking their charitable behaviour. Topping the list: New Zealand and Australia!
Call to Action from Life Game Project
The "Life Game Project" is using game technology to make a difference in the lives of at-risk youth, and they have a vall to action you need to see:
Auckland Communities Foundation Launch
Last night, the Auckland Communities Foundation launched it's vibrant, energetic new branding to some of New Zealands leading philanthropists. By all accounts, the evening was a fantastic success driving fresh support for Auckland community initiatives.
YoLadies Feature | Linda McCall, OneLuckyRubberDucky
I found Australian artist Linda McCall on Twitter, and after checking out her site, knew that she had to be a YoLadies Featured Woman. Her art is absolutely amazing - stuff I'd love to hang in my home - but she's more than a great talent.
She donates 20% of the proceeds from her art sales to the charity of the patron's choice.
Read more: YoLadies Feature | Linda McCall, OneLuckyRubberDucky