After hearing about the applications of big data for better ads, song recommendations and social media analysis, nothing makes me happier than hearing about technologists coming together with non-profits to use data to fight human trafficking. Read more »
NationBuilder, a startup that’s created an online community organizing platform that can be used by anyone to build a campaign around a cause, announced today that it has raised $6.25 million led by Andreessen Horowitz and a bunch of Facebook Mafia members. Read more »
In an effort to educate non-profits about available services, Google has launched a special site for these organizations. According to Google’s Blog they’re calling the new site, “a one-stop shop for tools to help advance your organization’s mission in a smart, cost-efficient way.” Read more »