Community Involvement
48 in 48 is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping other non profits establish a presence online. Last year I had the pleasure of joining a team for one of their virtual events, and it was an incredibly rewarding way to give back to the community.
Most people think about contributing to non profits through donations or volunteering in traditional ways, but 48 in 48 takes a more innovative approach. They recognize that in todays digital age, a strong online presence is not only important but almost mandatory and just as important as reaching people physically. Many non-profits as mentioned on their website have limited resources to create and maintain websites which can in turn make it difficult to raise money , receive grants, and reach volunteers in areas that they serve. The purpose of the organization of 48 in 48 is to fill this gap and provide resources and access to skilled volunteers to come together to build fully functional websites for these organizations in just 48 hours.
What makes this experience even more unique is that this is not only helping to strengthen the community but we are also developing valuable skills as participants/volunteers. Roles such as project management to web design and digital strategy help team members gain hands on experience while also making a impact for their non profit.
Through these initiatives of 48 in 48 giving back has truly evolved from the traditional methods we once knew. The support that they provide non profits empowers them digitally ensuring that their mission reaches audiences that they otherwise may not have been able to reach physically and create a meaningful impactful change.
48 in 48 : Class mate – Jasmin
48 in 48 : Class mate –