Giving Compass

Technology paired with compassion can make a big difference in the fight against hunger. Nonprofit Lemontree is revolutionizing food assistance using tech solutions. They're making it easier for people to access help when they need it most. Here are a few things to know about Lemontree. They: ? Serve 10,000 clients daily across 11 regions ? Use data infrastructure to personalize food assistance ? Tackle misconceptions about who experiences food insecurity Curious how tech can create a more food-secure future? ?? Check out this Q&A with Lemontree's executive director Kasumi Quinlan. https://buff.ly/3Yb1xGy #FoodSecurity #TechForGood #EndHunger #Nonprofit #GivingCompass #ImpactPhilanthropy

Despite comparable drug use rates, Black individuals face disproportionately high arrest and incarceration rates. By learning about the issues, you can challenge systemic bias, advocate for reform, and strive for a more equitable future. ?? On Giving Compass, you'll find a variety of organizations working to address racial disparities in the criminal justice system and advocate for the rights of Black individuals. Visit givingcompass.org now. #GivingCompass #CriminalJusticeReform #SocialJustice #JusticeForAll #EndMassIncarceration #PrisonReform #CriminalJusticeSystem #IncarcerationNation #ReformNotPunish #SecondChances #FairSentencing

The Ali Forney Center helps protect LGBTQ+ youth from the harm of homelessness and supports them in becoming safe and independent as they move from adolescence to adulthood. Learn more about the organization and how you can support their work: https://lnkd.in/dPEbgJNu #LGBTQIA+ #Homelessness #Nonprofit #Community #HelpingOthers #EndHomelessness

Have you watched Judith LeBlanc of Native Organizers Alliance on The Guide to Good Series yet? She and Brandolon Barnett discuss essential advice for anyone who wants to create change. Among other meaningful actions, Judith encourages all of us to consider how what we do now impacts the future, saying, "We are all in relation. Everything that we do in our own communities has an impact far beyond the immediate.”? ?? Watch the episode https://lnkd.in/gcQu7zQ6 #IndigenousDay, #IndigenousPeoplesDay #GivingCompass #ImpactPhilanthropy

As Hurricane #Milton bears down on Florida and responders are still working to help recover from #Hurricane #Helene, it's important to remember that recovery will take years for some communities. Your support will help communities affected by hurricanes recover and become stronger and more resilient: https://bit.ly/4ew755l #diaster #CDP4Recovery

On October 10, we'll join countless others to celebrate DAF Day, the first global giving day dedicated to donor-advised funds. This article by Chariot's Mitch Stein dives deep into the exciting world of DAFs, highlighting five game-changing initiatives making DAF giving easier and more impactful than ever. ?? Read the full article to discover how you can maximize your DAF's potential, then make a plan to give on DAF Day. https://buff.ly/4gPMFpA #DAFDay #DonorAdvisedFunds #Philanthropy #CharitableGiving

On October 10 join the Center for Disaster Philanthropy webinar “Disaster risk reduction: How philanthropy can empower a resilient future.” As communities in the southeast recover from Hurricane Helene and prepare for Hurricane Milton, immediate relief is critical, but so is the work of building resilience to safeguard the future. At this webinar you'll learn about how you can help communities build resilience by reducing risk. We’re proud to co-sponsor this event and support those striving for a safer, more resilient future. Register at: https://bit.ly/3znpzWD

Mansa Musa interviews Jeff Singer, an advocate and activist for homelessness, about the Supreme Court's "Grants Pass v. Johnson" decision. The decision upheld a ban on overnight camping in public parks by homeless people, which Singer argues criminalizes homelessness. He discusses the root causes of homelessness and how we can take action to address them. The number of homeless people in the United States, either without shelter or in temporary housing, is steadily rising towards a million people. Faced with this crisis, municipalities, counties, and states across the country are responding by criminalizing those experiencing homelessness. As a donor, how can you take action in your area for systems change to address the root causes of homelessness? ??Read "'Grants Pass v. Johnson' and the Criminalization of Homelessness" to learn more about this issue and how you can help. https://lnkd.in/exDCpj5x #GivingCompass #HomelessnessAwareness #GrantsPassvJohnson #CriminalizationOfHomelessness #AdvocacyForChange #EndHomelessness #SocialJustice #TakeActionNow

The impact of incarceration on families is devastating. Donors have the opportunity to provide support and create a more equitable justice system. Support organizations providing financial assistance, counseling services, and educational resources to families of incarcerated individuals. ?? Giving Compass can connect you with impactful nonprofits working to help families affected by incarceration. Visit givingcompass.org today to find the perfect organization aligned with your values and make a lasting impact. #IncarcerationImpact #FamilyStruggles #EmotionalToll #FinancialInstability #SupportFamilies #ChildrenOfIncarcerated #BreakingTheCycle #EndMassIncarceration #JusticeForFamilies #HopeAfterIncarceration

Silicon Valley De-Bug's Participatory Defense model empowers families facing criminal charges to advocate for themselves in court. Developed over 11 years, this community-led approach has been implemented in cities nationwide. By connecting street activism with courtroom advocacy, participatory defense aims to transform the landscape of power in the criminal justice system. ??Discover the National Participatory Defense Network and support their work on Giving Compass. https://lnkd.in/eDtvXybx #GivingCompass #CriminalJusticeReform #SocialJustice #JusticeForAll #EndMassIncarceration #PrisonReform #CriminalJusticeSystem #IncarcerationNation #ReformNotPunish #SecondChances #FairSentencing