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Silicon Valley Relief for Haiti(blog.newstorycharity.org)
2 points by aslafci 10y ago|0 comments
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by aslafci 11y ago
Hey Folks, One of the New Story founders here - happy to answer any questions. Alexandria
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by aslafci 11y ago
Hi Neuro! Thanks for the kind words! We definitely take inspiration from Watsi and consider the comparison a great compliment! We don't have plans to extend to the Pacific Islands in the near-term future - but the region is definitely
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by aslafci 11y ago
Hey! To give some context, all of the families we have funded (and about 80,000 Haitians) have remained homeless SINCE the earthquake in 2010. We cannot say with certainty the length of time it would take to find alternative housing, but th
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by aslafci 11y ago
Hi Austen! Thanks for the kind words. Sharing this story is a great/quick way to help. We'd love to get your insight - I just emailed you from alexandria@newstorycharity.org Alexandria (New Story Co-Founder)
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by aslafci 11y ago
hi soneca, Great and important point that is top of mind as we scale. The homes are built on land that was granted to our nonprofit partner from the Haitian government for this purpose. Families will not only own the physical structures but
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YOU can end homelessness(newstorycharity.org)
1 points by aslafci 12y ago|0 comments
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by aslafci 12y ago
We agree, @cfrank! Philanthropy is an improved experience when genuine connections are made.
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by aslafci 12y ago
Watsi is definitely an organization we are inspired by. Technology is a powerful tool to tackle social issues and it's encouraging to see orgs changing lives through tech.
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by aslafci 12y ago
Thanks for the feedback! We agree - there is nothing like seeing your actual impact - watching the exact family you donated to moving into their brand new home! We will definitely incorporate your before/after suggestion!
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by aslafci 12y ago
hey @harrisonapowell, we are committed to every single penny of donor dollars going to building homes for families in need. That will never change. We work hard to get private/corporate donations specifically for our overhead costs.
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Our website ends homelessness around the world(newstorycharity.org)
7 points by aslafci 12y ago|11 comments