Socialbrite https://www.socialbrite.org Social media for nonprofits Sun, 29 Jan 2023 16:30:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.socialbrite.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/cropped-favicon-socialbrite-32x32.jpg Socialbrite https://www.socialbrite.org 32 32 5 nonprofit apps that make a difference https://www.socialbrite.org/2013/01/15/best-mobile-nonprofit-apps-itunes-android/ Tue, 15 Jan 2013 10:31:47 +0000 http://www.socialbrite.org/?p=22432 A round up of five nonprofit mobile apps worth downloading. Find out how the American Red Cross, the YMCA, the UN and others are making their mobile platforms useful downloads.

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5 organizations with apps worth downloading

Guest post by Kerry Butters

There is an app for pretty much everything these days, whether you want help with yoga, looking at the stars, getting to sleep or maybe you just need to keep all your affairs in order.

However, not every app is in it for the money. There are nonprofit apps out there that are worth more than a passing glance. With this in mind, we’ve put together a list of some of the best nonprofit apps available today.

First Aid App by American Red Cross
1I don’t know about you, but when it comes to first aid, I’m clueless. Anything that involves more than a Band-Aid and I have to look online for advice. This cool app can help you along the way by teaching you first aid, giving you quizzes to improve your knowledge. With its built-in content, you won’t have to worry about finding a signal in a moment of peril. iTunes and Android

Yfinder

2The YMCA does a great job helping youths gain a future. They promote a healthy family lifestyle and are a great part of the USA. With this cool app you’ll never have to worry about being from the Y ever again. Its built-in GPS will help you locate your nearest Y so you’re never far away from a helping hand. In addition to giving you the location, it will also give you directions so you’ll never get lost. Android only

UN Foundation

3The United Nations is constantly working to improve the health and well-being of people across the world. With this great app you can now be a part of that. Whether you want to send messages to those doing good works, read about the great things the UN is doing across the globe, or just simply donate when you see someone that needs your help, then this is the app for you. iTunes and Android

Movember Mobile

4This charity app goes hand in hand with the charity event held annually for prostate cancer. Are you considering growing a mustache and doing your bit later this year? Even if you’re not, download this app and get sucked into the cause. iTunes and Android

PETA (People for the ethical treatment of animals)

5Whether you just want to make a donation, keep up with the good work or get directly involved, then download this be-kind-to-animals app to get started. You can even get points and badges if you want to add a little healthy competition to the app. iTunes and Android

As the mobile app world becomes more ruthless — with Android and Apple vying for supremacy and Windows jumping into the fold — it’s refreshing to know that not everyone is in it for what they can get. If you’re currently shopping around for apps to install on your smartphone, iPad or tablet and are looking for some helpful apps to go with it, these are certainly worth a look.

What are your favorite nonprofit apps? Please add them in the comments!

Kerry Butters is a contributor for the popular consumer information site Broadband Genie in Great Britain, which covers everything from broadband to the best iPad contract deals. Follow her on Twitter at @kesbutters.


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