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Shifting Power,
Building Sustainability

Discover how long-term, community-led partnerships are powering sustainable infrastructure solutions around the world.
 

Lessons from a Volunteer-Led Model for Sustainable Change

Learn how a volunteer-powered program is improving energy efficiency, public health, and climate resilience in underserved communities.
 

Spreading Comfort, One Sheet at a Time

See how one nonprofit is turning hotel waste into a global force for good—repurposing linens to support shelters and reduce landfill impact.

Featured Resources

Discover how mission-driven organizations are advancing sustainability through community-centered solutions. From engaging volunteers in energy efficiency upgrades to shifting power to local leaders and creatively repurposing materials, these stories offer practical approaches to building a more resilient future.

Lessons from a Volunteer-Led Model for Sustainable Change

For mission-driven organizations, few assets are more powerful – or more challenging to cultivate – than a community of engaged, empowered volunteers. Volunteers bring time, skills, passion, and perspective, and sustaining their involvement requires thoughtful design, meaningful training, and a culture of trust.

How Green Empowerment Champions Local Leadership for Long-Term Impact

We spoke with Mica Miro, Engagement Director at Green Empowerment, who shared insights on how nonprofits can reimagine their role—not as experts delivering aid, but as collaborators supporting local leadership.

Linens N Love: Spreading Comfort, One Sheet at a Time

Rather than let these linens go to landfills, Linens N Love collects linens from hotels and reuses them by donating them to homeless families, low income households, animal shelters, and more.

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Shifting Power, Building Sustainability: How Green Empowerment Champions Local Leadership for Long-Term Impact

Shifting Power, Building Sustainability: How Green Empowerment Champions Local Leadership for Long-Term Impact

For more than two decades, Green Empowerment has supported clean energy and water infrastructure projects across Latin America, Southeast Asia, and now Africa as well. But what sets the organization apart isn’t just their technical work—it’s the philosophy behind it: build with, not for. Rather than leading with solutions, Green Empowerment leads with collaboration—shifting power […]

Lessons from a Volunteer-Led Model for Sustainable Change

Lessons from a Volunteer-Led Model for Sustainable Change

For mission-driven organizations, few assets are more powerful – or more challenging to cultivate – than a community of engaged, empowered volunteers. Volunteers bring time, skills, passion, and perspective, and sustaining their involvement requires thoughtful design, meaningful training, and a culture of trust. Bill Campbell, the coordinator behind EcoAction Arlington’s Energy Masters program, believes that […]

Navigating Digital Transformation: The Success Story of Yellow Boat of Hope

Navigating Digital Transformation: The Success Story of Yellow Boat of Hope

In a feature by Charity Digital, the Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation’s remarkable digital transformation journey is brought into the spotlight. Led by Dr. Anton Mari Lim, the foundation, which was also the 2024 .ORG Impact Awards .ORG of the Year, has skillfully integrated digital technology to extend its reach and enhance the impact on […]

Podcast: Demystifying Cybersecurity with Rick Wilhelm

Podcast: Demystifying Cybersecurity with Rick Wilhelm

Tune into this engaging podcast from Charity Digital featuring our CTO, Rick Wilhelm, as he demystifies the complex world of cybersecurity for nonprofits. Wilhelm discusses the importance of cybersecurity in protecting sensitive information and maintaining the trust of donors and stakeholders. He provides listeners with an understanding of common security threats and practical strategies to […]

Charity Digital: Fundraising Trends Charities Are Expecting in 2025

Charity Digital: Fundraising Trends Charities Are Expecting in 2025

By Laura Stanley, Charity Digital For the last five years, charities have responded to rising demand for their services amid economic downturns, pandemics, and changes in government, adapting in order to drive maximum impact for the communities they serve. Now, in 2025, charities might be hoping for a bit of stability – but will it […]

Leadership in Action: Lessons from a Humanitarian Trailblazer

Leadership in Action: Lessons from a Humanitarian Trailblazer

Global Response Medicine (GRM) and Help.Me.Live are leading the charge in providing emergency medical care to people caught in war, disasters, and displacement. As a finalist in the Health and Healing category for the 2024 .ORG Impact Awards, GRM is recognized for its innovative and compassionate approach to tackling urgent health crises around the globe. […]

Leading Change: Collaboration and Impact in the Nonprofit World with Abby Robinson

Leading Change: Collaboration and Impact in the Nonprofit World with Abby Robinson

Nonprofit leaders navigate both challenges and opportunities in their mission to create lasting change. This interview explores key insights on resilience, impact, and collaboration from those making a difference. Abby Robinson reflects on her experiences in the nonprofit sector, sharing her perspective on what it takes to build resilience and drive meaningful change. She explores […]

Driving Sports Equity: Good Sports’ Strategic Play for Inclusive Impact

Driving Sports Equity: Good Sports’ Strategic Play for Inclusive Impact

In 2021, Good Sports was honored with a .ORG Impact Award for their relentless commitment to ensuring kids have access to the transformative power of sports and physical activity. Their work removes barriers for children in underserved communities, providing the resources they need to get in the game. Reflecting on their journey, the team at […]

Strengthening Cybersecurity for Mission-Driven Organizations: Essential Tools and Practical Steps for Protection

Strengthening Cybersecurity for Mission-Driven Organizations: Essential Tools and Practical Steps for Protection

The Global Cyber Alliance (GCA) is a nonprofit organization that works to reduce cyber risks globally. Their mission is to create a safer internet by uniting different sectors—government, business, and nonprofit organizations—to address systemic cyber threats. They focus on practical solutions and tools, such as their free cybersecurity toolkits for small businesses and nonprofits, and […]

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