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Nonprofit Technology

Engaging Networks | August 17, 2022

Engaging Networks, a globally-trusted online fundraising and campaigning platform, will launch new texting capabilities, specifically designed for nonprofits and charities. The tools leverage a Twilio integration to support bulk sending of SMS and MMS messages to opted-in supporters and keyword management. "Many nonprofits can't afford the high cost to start a texting program or have to sparse data together in siloed systems to reach their supporters, Our ne...

Fundraising

Warm Up America! | June 21, 2022

Warm Up America! (WUA!), a national nonprofit that collects hand knitted and crochet items like hats, scarves, and gloves, has long been known for its charitable contributions around both the United States and the world. Founded in 1991 by Evie Rosen, a knitting instructor and philanthropist endorsed by TIME Magazine and Oprah Winfrey, WUA! has since donated over 1.4 million items to people in need made by over 30,000 volunteers. Warm Up America!'s 30th anniversary was in 2021...

BenefitMany | January 28, 2020

BenefitMany, a software solutions firm serving small to medium-sized businesses and nonprofit organizations throughout the United States, announces the release of its new web app, ManyComm, after two years of development. ManyComm is a web-based application that allows those in emergency situations to discreetly and quickly connect with nonprofit hotlines using text (SMS) messaging and online chat. Originally developed for Crisis Center North (CCN), ManyComm focuses on the immediate safety of th...

Nonprofit Management

Ares Management Corporation | June 25, 2021

Ares Management Corporation, a leading worldwide alternative investment manager, announced the establishment of the Ares Charitable Foundation today. The Ares Foundation will provide grants to nonprofit organizations whose programming offers Career Preparation & Reskilling, supports Entrepreneurship, and improves people's understanding of Personal Finance to advance economic opportunity equality. The work of the Ares Foundation is made possible by Ares, which plans to cont...