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Nonprofit takes D&D digital to help kids who struggle socially, and to study its own impact

GeekWire

The founders of the nonprofit had gathered heaps of anecdotal evidence that tabletop games such as Dungeons & Dragons could help kids who struggled socially — whether they had autism, ADHD, anxiety or other challenges — learn to more successfully interact with others. (Brent Roraback Photo). Game to Grow Photos). Foundry10 Photos).

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Empowering Change: Digital Library Solutions for Nonprofits

Kitaboo

Conclusion Top Features of Digital Library Solutions for Non-Profit Organizations Let’s now explore the aspects that set digital library solutions apart as essential resources for nonprofits looking to improve the lives of people in their communities. The virtual libraries ensure non-profits can access digital data 24/7.

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Deena Pierott works hard for underrepresented youth in STEM, but funding her nonprofit isn’t easy

GeekWire

iUrban Teen founder Deena Pierott, left, received some funding for her nonprofit from Seattle Seahawks player Bobby Wagner, right. The two are pictured with sister and brother Amiya and Clay Brasley, who both attended iUrban Teen programs. “They’re paying them that money to create inclusive programming,” Pierott said.

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The Data Impact Awards: This is the “academy awards” of data solutions

CTOvision

Editor’s note: Last night Cloudera held the 2014 Data Impact Awards. But I don’t care now, I’ve been on the stage in the big data community version of that gala. 2014 Finalists Announced for Data Impact Awards. Second Annual Awards Program, Presented by Cloudera, Honors Big Data Achievements.

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14 organizations that support LGBTQ+ tech workers

CIO Business Intelligence

LGBTQ Tech LGBTQ Tech offers programs and resources to support LGBTQ+ communities and works to “educate organizations and policy makers on the unique needs LGBTQ+ individuals face when it comes to tech.” The nonprofit was born after IBM sponsored a focus group in 2005 at the Human Rights Campaign headquarters in Washington, D.C.,

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CDH Users: If you have done impactful things with data please share how what and why

CTOvision

The 2014 Data Impact award, presented by Cloudera, is a great way of helping the community learn best practices by highlighting mission-focused solutions. 2014 Data Impact Awards. That’s precisely what the annual Data Impact Awards, presented by Cloudera, are for. SOCIAL IMPACT. GOVERNMENT, NONPROFIT, & NGO.

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Which Government, Non-Profit and NGO Have Big Data/CDH Lessons Learned To Share?

CTOvision

If you are in or know people in government, non-profits or NGO’s that have leveraged Hadoop in service to missions please nominate them for recognition as part of the 2014 Data Impact Awards presented by Cloudera. 2014 Data Impact Awards. That’s precisely what the annual Data Impact Awards, presented by Cloudera, are for.

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