Flooding can often be ignored, but it can be extremely damaging and deadly. There have been 45 deaths directly associated with #floods in the U.S. so far this year. And the damage can take years to recover from, often with little to no funding: https://bit.ly/3AaZ2vq #disaster #CDP4Recovery
Center for Disaster Philanthropy
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The when, where and how of informed disaster giving
About us
CDP’s mission is to leverage the power of philanthropy to mobilize a full range of resources that strengthen the ability of communities to withstand disasters and recover equitably when they occur. With an emphasis on recovery and disaster risk reduction, CDP aims to: • Increase the effectiveness of contributions given to disasters • Bring greater attention to the life cycle of disasters, from preparedness and planning, to relief, to rebuilding and recovery efforts • Provide timely and relevant advice from experts with deep knowledge of disaster philanthropy • Conduct due diligence so donors can give with confidence • Create plans for informed giving for individuals, corporations and foundations
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- Industry
- Philanthropy
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2010
- Specialties
- Disaster Philanthropy and Philanthropy
Locations
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Suite 700
Washington, DC 20005, US
Employees at Center for Disaster Philanthropy
Updates
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Request for proposals: We are seeking a consultant to conduct an evaluation that would provide insights into both intended and unintended outcomes of our Midwest Early Recovery Fund, focused primarily on the past five years. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3SZWerD #RFP #RequestForProposals
Request for Proposals: Evaluation of the Midwest Early Recovery Fund - CDP
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We’ve been tracking many, many #wildfires this year, from more than a million acres burned in Texas and Oklahoma to the destruction of half the town of Jasper, Canada, to other record-setting wildfires. It seems overwhelming, but imagine how families who’ve now lost their homes AGAIN after rebuilding from the Camp Fire feel. So what can we do? https://bit.ly/4cBgTtk #diaster #CDP4Recovery
Wildfires rage despite our collective fatigue - Center for Disaster Philanthropy
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Happy 2nd work anniversary to Adrian Greer! As marketing and communications manager, Adrian plays a vital role in amping up CDP’s brand positioning and engagement through our digital channels. Always on the lookout for new ideas, emerging trends and best practices, his collaborative, thoughtful and data-driven approach keeps our social media campaigns focused and strategic. Thank you, Adrian, for being a part of the CDP team!
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The second blog in our series, in cooperation with the “Disaster and Community: Philanthropic and Nonprofit Engagement” class at Columbia University’s School of Professional Studies, focuses on #philanthropy and #wildfire. It examines how communities are affected and the role of philanthropy in supporting equitable recovery. Read more: https://bit.ly/4fSw0RS #disaster #CDP4Recovery
From theory to practice: Disaster philanthropy and wildfire - CDP
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Heat waves, drought and wildfire are interconnected and can influence one another. Heat can lead to more hot–dry events and can cause wildfires, tree deaths and crop losses. Read more about the impact of #heat: https://bit.ly/46vLFC9 #drought #wildfire #CDP4Recovery
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What we're watching: A new resurgence of #Mpox (formerly Monkeypox) in Africa has been declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern by the World Health Organization. #Hurricane Ernesto hits Bermuda and Puerto Rico, and rains and #flooding hit the Northeast U.S. More: https://bit.ly/3yPBBrp #disaster #CDP4Recovery
What we’re watching: Weekly disaster update, August 19 - CDP
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"As we commemorate World Humanitarian Day, we must confront an uncomfortable and urgent truth: 2023 was the deadliest year on record for humanitarian workers, and 2024 is on track to be even worse." Our President and CEO Patty McIlreavy shares her thoughts on this increasing danger in our new blog: https://bit.ly/3SQ046P #ActForHumanity #WorldHumanitarianDay #Humanitarian
World Humanitarian Day 2024: Protecting Humanitarians in an Era of Increasing Danger - Center for Disaster Philanthropy
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Famine: Conflict and insecurity were the most significant drivers of food insecurity in 20 countries or territories, according to the Global Report on Food Crises 2024. And nearly 282 million people in 59 countries or territories were in crisis or acute food insecurity. How you can help: https://bit.ly/4d4pbLd #famine #hunger #disaster #CDP4Recovery
Famine - Center for Disaster Philanthropy
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Here are five things you need to know about the #Sudan humanitarian crisis. The situation in Sudan is dire, but donors and social impact partners can use high-impact strategies to help address urgent, immediate and long-term needs. More on how you can support recovery: https://lnkd.in/eg9PsAJ4 #famine #disaster #CDP4Recovery