Strengthening global health and child survival to provide a better future for all
When tasked with writing a blog post that would be published in the middle of November, my first thought was, “Perfect, easy – everyone loves a post that is comforting, moving and inspiring during the season of giving thanks!” When I learned the blog post topic was global health, well … after the last 18 […]
5 creative ways Amref Health Africa is supporting women
A great way to celebrate International Women’s Day is to take time to learn about the work being done by women and for women to advance their rights and health around the world! In honor of this international observance day, we spoke with our Charity Alliance member Amref Health Africa (Amref) to learn more about […]
5 things to know about Fistula Foundation (and how you can help)
Speaking from personal experience, being a new mom is tough. Your body has gone through so much and yet you have this little baby relying on you for comfort and nourishment at all hours of the day and night. Some women, including myself, are left with permanent damage to their bodies following childbirth, ranging from […]
We’re 8 months into the COVID-19 pandemic – here’s what your gifts have done
“Best of luck!” “Thank you for the wonderful work you are doing!” “Sending health and wellness.” These are just some of the messages we have received alongside donations from our supporters; people who recognize that vulnerable communities around the world need our help during this pandemic – and are looking to lend a hand. […]
Meet the helpers: Americares incredible Heroes for Health
Growing up, my favorite show was Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. Many of you have likely heard one of his famous quotes, recalling advice his mother gave him in times of crisis: “Always look for the helpers; there’s always someone who is trying to help.” He also went on to say, “I did, and I came to […]
HVO through the years: Interview with Nancy Kelly
In the last several months, the world’s health care systems have significantly been tested, as the new coronavirus spread swiftly across the globe, including a shortage of staff. But many have been sounding the alarm on an impending deficit of medical personnel for years, long before COVID-19 was a known disease. In 2017, a medical […]
The numbers behind COVID-19 response with International Medical Corps
Every day, Americans rely on the numbers of the global coronavirus pandemic to understand the fundamentals: growth, threat, duration and impact. We look to numbers of those infected, those recovered and passed, hospital capacity, number of ventilators and masks needed or delivered that day, the inventory numbers at our nearby grocery stores, the clocks to […]
COVID-19: A story of hope
How charities are helping in the era of the new coronavirus Around the world, every minute, charities save lives. They work around the clock to provide essential programs that support sustainability and improve living conditions for millions. One falter, interruption in care, pause in fundraising or sudden increase in need could create an unstable situation […]
Responding to COVID-19 through effective partnerships
In December 2019, a new health concern began to spread within the city of Wuhan, China. The coming weeks would see a flu-like infection rippling out from its origin point to sweep through China before crossing borders and oceans onto foreign soil. Part of the coronavirus family, COVID-19, which stands for coronavirus disease 2019, is […]
Are you forgetting about your workplace giving donors?
Global Impact has been working with Vicki Ebert and the Operation Smile team over the past few years to develop a strategy for engaging with workplace giving donors. Since this type of fundraising can seem to have a low return and it often requires some hoop jumping to identify donors, acquire donor data, and understand […]
