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We have helped more than two hundred thousand people since we started. We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters to you.
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Last edited by Ella Okafor and Hana Hughes just now.
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- Omar TanakaOur yearly impact report, explained – Thousands of donors already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way. Companies can match employee donations and double their impact.
- Ruby BrennanThe small habits that make a big difference – We measure success by how many donors come back and tell their friends. Friendly people answer your questions quickly, by phone, chat or email.
- Mason AshfordStories from the families we support – Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right. Monthly gifts let us plan ahead and respond quickly when disaster strikes.
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<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-3"><strong class="flex-shrink-0 small" style="width:7rem">Omar Tanaka</strong><span class="text-truncate small"><span class="fw-semibold">Our yearly impact report, explained</span> – Thousands of donors already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way. Companies can match employee donations and double their impact.</span></li>
<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-3"><strong class="flex-shrink-0 small" style="width:7rem">Ruby Brennan</strong><span class="text-truncate small"><span class="fw-semibold">The small habits that make a big difference</span> – We measure success by how many donors come back and tell their friends. Friendly people answer your questions quickly, by phone, chat or email.</span></li>
<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-3"><strong class="flex-shrink-0 small" style="width:7rem">Mason Ashford</strong><span class="text-truncate small"><span class="fw-semibold">Stories from the families we support</span> – Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right. Monthly gifts let us plan ahead and respond quickly when disaster strikes.</span></li>
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| #PO-2878 | Our annual report is independently audited and published in full. | $298.68 |
| #TX-5434 | Volunteers give their time in schools, shelters and food banks every week. | $166.21 |
| #PO-9832 | Start in minutes and get help from a real person whenever you need it. | $39.13 |
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<td class="text-truncate" style="max-width:12rem">Our annual report is independently audited and published in full.</td>
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<td class="text-truncate" style="max-width:12rem">Volunteers give their time in schools, shelters and food banks every week.</td>
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<td class="text-truncate" style="max-width:12rem">Start in minutes and get help from a real person whenever you need it.</td>
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- why-monthly-giving-makes-such-a-difference-final-version-4.docx198 KB
- how-to-choose-the-right-campaign-final-version-8.docx657 KB
- ten-ways-to-fundraise-with-friends-final-version-7.docx332 KB
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<li class="breadcrumb-item active text-truncate" aria-current="page">We have helped more than two hundred thousand people since we started.</li>
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</nav>7Notification preview
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Chloe Quinn replied: Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right.6 days ago
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<strong class="small d-block text-truncate">Chloe Quinn replied: Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right.</strong><small class="text-body-secondary">6 days ago</small>
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What happens after a disaster appeal: Clear prices, honest advice and no surprises along the way.
Feb 16, 2026
Stories from the families we support: Clean water wells are built with and maintained by local communities.
Sep 8, 2026
Why monthly giving makes such a difference: Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess.
Apr 26, 2026
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<h3 class="h6 text-truncate">What happens after a disaster appeal: Clear prices, honest advice and no surprises along the way.</h3>
<p class="small text-body-secondary mb-0">Feb 16, 2026</p>
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<h3 class="h6 text-truncate">Why monthly giving makes such a difference: Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess.</h3>
<p class="small text-body-secondary mb-0">Apr 26, 2026</p>
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</div>9Chat list
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Leo Duarte19:15
Local partners know their communities and make sure help arrives where it matters. Every donation is tax-deductible, and receipts arrive by email instantly.
Ivy Moreau12:45
Ninety cents of every dollar goes directly to the projects you support. Our annual report is independently audited and published in full.
Arjun Whitaker10:15
We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters to you. Monthly gifts let us plan ahead and respond quickly when disaster strikes.
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Local partners know their communities and make sure help arrives where it matters. Every donation is tax-deductible, and receipts arrive by email instantly.
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<strong class="small text-truncate">Ivy Moreau</strong><small class="ms-auto ps-2 text-body-secondary">12:45</small>
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Ninety cents of every dollar goes directly to the projects you support. Our annual report is independently audited and published in full.
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We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters to you. Monthly gifts let us plan ahead and respond quickly when disaster strikes.
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</div>10Long web addresses
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</ul>11Product grid names
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Monthly gift Relief edition
$25.99
Solar lamp Environment edition
$18.99
Health kit Health edition
$34.00
Vet care Animals edition
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Monthly gift Relief edition
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Health kit Health edition
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<strong class="small">$34.00</strong>
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Vet care Animals edition
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A beginner's guide to getting startedA day in the life of a volunteerThe small habits that make a big differenceFive things we learned this year
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<span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">A beginner's guide to getting started</span><span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">A day in the life of a volunteer</span><span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">The small habits that make a big difference</span><span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">Five things we learned this year</span>
</div>13User menu name
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<span class="navbar-brand mb-0 h6">Sageio</span>
<button type="button" class="btn btn-light btn-sm d-flex align-items-center gap-2" style="max-width:12rem"> <img src="../assets/img/avatar-3.svg" alt="" width="24" height="24" class="rounded-circle"><span class="text-truncate">Mateo Mensah (Project Manager)</span><i class="bi bi-chevron-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </button>
</nav>14Why min-width: 0 matters
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Thousands of donors already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way. A school kit costs less than a cinema ticket and lasts a whole year.
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Companies can match employee donations and double their impact. We measure success by how many donors come back and tell their friends.
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Thousands of donors already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way. A school kit costs less than a cinema ticket and lasts a whole year.
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Companies can match employee donations and double their impact. We measure success by how many donors come back and tell their friends.
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</div>15Sidebar menu
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<li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link d-flex gap-2 py-1 px-2" href="#"><i class="bi bi-folder-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i><span class="text-truncate">Volunteer programs Reliable dashboard focused</span></a></li>
<li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link d-flex gap-2 py-1 px-2" href="#"><i class="bi bi-folder-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i><span class="text-truncate">Disaster response Reliable journey practical</span></a></li>
<li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link d-flex gap-2 py-1 px-2" href="#"><i class="bi bi-folder-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i><span class="text-truncate">Animal rescue Honest team simple</span></a></li>
<li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link d-flex gap-2 py-1 px-2" href="#"><i class="bi bi-folder-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i><span class="text-truncate">Clean water Modern idea focused</span></a></li>
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</nav>16Kanban card titles
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To do
How your donations built three new classrooms
Why we plant trees with the schools we build
Doing
Meet the partners behind our water projects
Ten ways to fundraise with friends
Done
How to choose the right campaign
Our favourite tips for busy weeks
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How your donations built three new classrooms
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Why we plant trees with the schools we build
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Meet the partners behind our water projects
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Ten ways to fundraise with friends
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How to choose the right campaign
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Our favourite tips for busy weeks
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</div>17Order summary address
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<span class="text-body-secondary"><i class="bi bi-truck" aria-hidden="true"></i></span> <span class="text-truncate small">Elena Ortega, 235 Harbour Road, Prague 12715, Czechia</span> <a href="#" class="ms-auto small flex-shrink-0">Change</a>
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<li><a class="dropdown-item" href="#">Food relief</a></li>
<li><a class="dropdown-item" href="#">Volunteer programs</a></li>
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</div>19Playlist
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- Hope starts with you5:58
- Small acts, big impact3:14
- Every donation makes a difference3:53
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<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-2"><span class="text-truncate">Small acts, big impact</span><small class="ms-auto text-body-secondary">3:14</small></li>
<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-2"><span class="text-truncate">Every donation makes a difference</span><small class="ms-auto text-body-secondary">3:53</small></li>
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You receive photos and updates showing exactly what your donation achieved. We listen first, then build a plan around what you actually need.
<span class="d-inline-block text-truncate hp-tt" style="max-width:16rem" tabindex="0" data-bs-toggle="tooltip" data-bs-title="You receive photos and updates showing exactly what your donation achieved. We listen first, then build a plan around what you actually need.">You receive photos and updates showing exactly what your donation achieved. We listen first, then build a plan around what you actually need.</span>