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Seniors, Technology, and Wealth

Planned Giving

That’s why, in 2002 and again in 2017, we dove into research on the role that technology plays in the lives of senior citizens. Here’s what we found, in the days before smartphones, tablets, and social media: Adults 55+ were the fastest growing sector of the PC-purchasing public. Both times we surprised the skeptics. 40% of all U.S.

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January Cause Awareness: National Mentoring Month

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MENTOR launched National Mentoring Month in 2002 as a way to unify and expand mentoring efforts, as well as raise awareness about youth mentoring in the United States. Spread awareness on social media. One of the best ways to celebrate National Mentoring Month is to spread awareness of the month on social media.

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This Food Bank's Two Secrets to Partnership Success

Selfish Giving

Way back in 2002, she started as the communications and marketing director for the North Texas Food Bank. In 2016, it raised $127 million in cash and donated goods. She accomplished this largely through earned media, like front page newspaper stories on the food bank. It wasn't easy back then. "We Brands Command.