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Science Debate 2008 initiative sees groundswell of support through online signup

What do Bill Nye the Science Guy, Arne Carlson, David Politzer, and over 12,000 other scientists and science buffs have in common? They have all signed on to Science Debate 2008. This grassroots initiative, spearheaded by a growing number of scientists and other concerned citizens, is quickly picking up momentum in the online world. After… Read more

The Databank helps GEAN protect Jekyll Island and secure land conservation funding

Georgia Environmental Action Network is thanking its supporters for their powerful actions, which led to two recent successes. First was the unanimous passing of a version of HB 214 that includes historic and important protections for the south end of Jekyll Island. The second was securing funding, including $42.5 million for land conservation and $19… Read more

Two LCV state affiliates increase monthly donors with help from their Databank

The national League of Conservation Voters used a competition between all the state-level affiliates to generate interest for members to become monthly donors. The organization that could gain the most monthly donors in the limited time-frame was given a grand prize of $1,000 to help their cause. The top two competitors were Databank clients Wisconsin… Read more

Virginia organizing improves grassroots fundraising effectiveness with tools from thedatabank

Virginia Organizing’s issue work is critical – community leaders across Virginia are taking on predatory lending, racial profiling, tax reform, health care, affordable housing, environmental protection and more. As community organizers, VOP engages in intensive leadership development AND in bringing people together to make concrete changes that improve the quality of their lives. All of… Read more

Washington Conservation Voters finds creative way to engage future voters

Roses are red, violets are blue, why is the environment important to you? This is the question that Washington Conservation Voters asked children ages 6-12 for their Earth Day Poetry Contest. In addition to using word of mouth to get the word out, they sent a PowerMail from their Databank this spring asking teachers and… Read more