Some non-profit organizations have made good use of social media sites almost since the day they first came out. As social media sites have grown in popularity more and more of these organizations have joined in and tried their own hands at this way of connecting with the world. Here are 10 such non-profit organizations that you should follow on Twitter.
The1010project
This feed comes from a non-profit organization that gives income-generating grants to development partners in Kenya. This organization also works to increase the awareness of the US when it comes to the plight of global poverty.
AmericanCancer
This feed comes from the American Cancer Society. It provides the latest news regarding cancer research and treatments as well as basic information regarding cancer and cancer patients.
RedCross
The Red Cross provides humanitarian aid to all those who need it. It is known for being a unique organization that gives aid both to victims of war and to victims of natural disasters. If you want to know what disasters are happening and how you can help then turn to this Twitter account.
C2CPhilly
This account comes from Cradles to Crayons Philadelphia. This non-profit organization works hard to help provide children of low income and homeless families everything they need to be taken care of and ready to learn. Children need many things and this organization lets you know how you can give these children what they need.
Createthegood
This group is made up of AARP members who just want to do some good in the world. This account will let you know about members who are already doing good work and will direct you to specific causes so that you can find ways to help out too.
Greenpeace_Intl
Greenpeace is known for being an organization of action and this Twitter stream makes it easy to keep up with their activities. This group does not settle for being pacified so if you want an honest perspective on the changes happening, or not happening, in the world then look no further than this Twitter stream.
Humanesociety
The Humane Society holds the honor of being the largest animal protection group in the US. They work to protect all animals from mistreatment and cruelty, giving a voice to those who otherwise might have none. Societies are judged by how they treat their helpless members so the existence and actions of the Humane Society reflect well on all of us.
Livestrong
This account raises awareness of cancer and provides information to everyone. Its rubber bracelets have done wonders.
NWF
The National Wildlife Federation works to preserve the wildlife that exists today so that it will be around in the future. This is an important cause because once wildlife is gone getting it back is not an easy task. Sometimes it’s flat out impossible.
Officialpeta
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals works to save animals from suffering unnecessarily in labs, on farms, in the clothing trade, and in the entertainment industry. Without them, an unfathomable amount of animal cruelty would continue unchallenged.
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