Podcasthon - Faith and Tech Bytes with Amy Lynn I am deeply honored to participate in the fourth edition of Podcasthon! For one week, more than a thousand podcasts are coming together to highlight a charity of their choice, and today, I am sharing the incredible work of Stand in the Gap Ministries. In our society, there are many gaps where families and communities have sometimes failed to provide the support needed. As Gods people, there is only one faithful response to a gap: we must stand in it. In this special episode of Faith and Tech Bytes with Amy Lynn, we explore how Stand in the Gap Ministries empowers people through healthy relationships, education, and prayer to achieve true self reliance. They follow the wisdom that if you teach a person to fish, you feed them for a lifetime. Stand in the Gap is a ministry on a mission that is constantly expanding and adapting to changing times. They have even partnered with the YouVersion Bible app to provide regular spiritual support to widows regardless of their location. By tuning into Faith and Tech Bytes with Amy Lynn, you will hear touching personal stories of what it looks like to stand in the gap in everyday life. Amy Lynn shares about the year her neighborhood was buried in snow when she was just twelve years old. By simply picking up a shovel to clear a path for an elderly neighbor and her dogs ramp, a lifelong relationship was formed that eventually led to Amy Lynn becoming her caregiver. It was a blessing that allowed her to learn the history of her area while providing vital help. We also look at the times when others have stood in the gap for us. Amy Lynn recalls the physical, emotional, and mental support her cousin provided after the passing of her father. These moments of grace are what build up the walls of our communities. Drawing from Ezekiel 22:30, we see the urgency of this call: God looks for someone to stand in the gap so the land is not destroyed. In our busy digital lives, it is easy to overlook the needs around us, but we are called to do better and be better for our loved ones, neighbors, and strangers alike. Whether it is through a small act of kindness or a larger commitment of time, every effort matters. If you have free time and a heart for helping others, we encourage you to check out Stand in the Gap Ministries today. This episode offers exciting faith and tech inspiration to help you find ways to bridge the gaps in your own community. We also invite you to visit podcasthon.org to discover hundreds of other amazing causes being highlighted this week. As 2 Corinthians 9:7 reminds us, God loves a cheerful giver of time, resources, and heart. Join Amy Lynn for this special Podcasthon episode and find the courage to stand in the gap for someone today. Resources: https://secure.standinthegap.org/ http://www.podcasthon.org/ https://www.give.org/ https://www.charitynavigator.org/ https://www.pinterest.com/amylynnorg/click-to-donate-click-to-give-non-profit/ .»º©º«. This episode is being published as part of Podcasthon .»º©º«.

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💻 V – Virtual Fundraiser
Online connection can drive real-world change. When digital communities unite with purpose, awareness grows and impact follows.

#VirtualFundraiser #DigitalForGood #EndModernSlavery #MedailleTrust

There’s a silver lining to the WiFi going down… Did you know about this? Because we didn't! #DigitalForGood #CommsLife

We measure traffic. But are we measuring health?
GA4 is powerful. but for small teams it can feel like opening a cupboard you’d rather not tidy.
This kicks off our practical series on checking website health (starting with: is your traffic even real?) www.pooka.co/measure_heal...
#DigitalForGood

Digital should help, not get in the way. We partner with mission-led orgs to build tools that make a real difference.

Full story: buff.ly/CIlwTRD

#DigitalForGood #GlobalHealth #Nonprofits

We just published a new blog digging into why WordPress sites age beautifully only when they’re built on lean, future-proof foundations. Spoiler: It’s almost never about the theme. It’s about decisions made on day one. www.pooka.co/wordpress-we...
#OpenSourceForGood #DigitalForGood

I read 3 SEO newsletters for a month… so you don’t have to. 🧠📬
Spoiler:
One was brilliant.
One was useful.
One nearly melted my inbox.
Link in bio ➡️ www.pooka.co/3-popular-se...
#CharityComms #SEO #DigitalForGood #ThirdSectorStories #AIandSEO

A full rebuild for Edinburgh’s beloved Our Town Stories for @edinburghlibraries.bsky.social new maps, modern accessibility, same magic.
#DigitalForGood #LibraryTech #CulturalHeritage #AccessibleWe

Heritage meets open source: the Woolmen’s new WordPress + CiviCRM website, built for members, events + charity work.
#CiviCRM #OpenSourceForGood #DigitalForGood

A warm, calm, welcoming website for Loch Leven’s Larder, complete with seamless Shopify integration.
#DigitalForGood #ShopifyIntegration #WordPressDev #WebWithHeart

The Birds of Paradise Theatre website we rebuilt puts accessibility at the centre. WCAG AA in mind from the first wireframe.
#AccessibleWeb #InclusiveDesign #DigitalForGood #WCAG #CharityDigital

A multilingual, atmospheric website we built for Lofotr Viking Museum — accessibility, storytelling, and Viking spirit in one place.
#DigitalForGood #MuseumTech #WordPressDev #OpenSourceForGood

We’ve turned our latest blog into a game of Guess Who 🕵️♀️
Which Pooka picked which tool?
🎤 The Mic Master
📋 The Asana Addict
🧮 The Spreadsheet Sorcerer
✏️ The Tablet Traditionalist
💾 The Version Control Virtuoso
→ www.pooka.co/digital-tool...
#DigitalForGood #CharityComms

International collaborative effort to understand dengue and Zika | Imperial News | Imperial College London An international team launched the DeZi network to understand how the viruses spread, interact, and cause disease across Africa and Asia.

Excited to be partnering with an international collaborative effort to better understand the epidemiology of dengue and Zika. At Manta Ray Media we’re proud to support this important work as the digital partner. #dengue #zika #digitalforgood www.imperial.ac.uk/news/269973/...

International collaborative effort to understand dengue and Zika | Imperial News | Imperial College London An international team launched the DeZi network to understand how the viruses spread, interact, and cause disease across Africa and Asia.

Excited to be partnering with an international collaborative effort to better understand the epidemiology of dengue and Zika. At Manta Ray Media we’re proud to support this important work as the digital partner.
www.imperial.ac.uk/news/269973/... #dengue #zika #digitalforgood

Just launched 🚀 The new Cotswold Canals Trust site — powered by @WordPress.org, WooCommerce + @CiviCRM.org.
A digital home for heritage, volunteers, and the future of the waterways. www.cotswoldcanals.org
#DigitalForGood #OpenSourceForGood

Hot take: The newsletter is the new social media. 💌
We said it and we’re sticking to it.
#DigitalForGood #NewsletterComeback www.pooka.co/newsletter-c...

Low and behold… over the weekend, Meta’s message popped up:
The line between user and product has never been clearer.
Would you pay for privacy or stay free and feed the algorithm? 🐇💭
#DigitalForGood

The new Fife Contemporary site is live and it’s a fine example of values-led design. 🌿♿
#Accessibility, #transparency, #sustainability, and community all built into one open, joyful platform for artists and audiences alike.
Built in collaboration. Loved by us all. 💛
👉 fcac.co.uk
#DigitalForGood

We’ll also be speaking at a virtual session on October 31, where we’ll present on "Bridging the Divide: Biometric Solutions for Last Mile Healthcare in Ghana", together with our partner Arm.

#NetHope #DigitalForGood #SocialImpact #Tech4Good

Last week, we posted our CiviCRM meetup blog on managing Gift Aid, today we found this gem from @scvo.scot : a full guide to digital fundraising. A must-read for small teams 👉 scvo.scot/funding/guid... 🐇💛 #DigitalForGood #CharityComms

The two UK Gift Aid extensions take the stress out of claims — one handles declarations, the other connects directly to HMRC.
Use both and watch Gift Aid go from mystery to routine.
🔗 lab.civicrm.org/extensions/u...
🔗 lab.civicrm.org/extensions/u...
#CiviCRM #DigitalForGood #GiftAid

Gift Aid, Tag Sets, and good company — that’s what last week’s CiviCRM Scotland meetup was all about.
Watch the recap 🎥 youtu.be/p1SUohLpo2I
#DigitalForGood #CiviCRM

Running a digital agency means living online, but staying well offline matters just as much.
Marcus leans on yoga, Paul on music and movement, and Sian on long walks and sunshine.
Digital creativity only works when humans do too. 💛
#DigitalForGood #Wellbeing

🐇 Not every charity has an IT department. But every charity deserves to feel secure online.
That’s why the NCSC’s Small Charity Guide is gold.
If you don’t know about it already, check it out 👉 www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/c...
#CyberSecurityMonth #DigitalForGood

Charity comms teams: What’s your biggest cyber security worry?
Data breaches? Phishing emails? Keeping volunteers trained up?
We’ve written a guide to help 👉 www.pooka.co/cyber-securi... #CyberSecurityMonth #DigitalForGood

☕ Tea + biscuits included.
📍 Free, friendly, and right by Waverley Station.
💻 Join us in person or online.
civicrm.org/civicrm/even...
#CiviCRM #CharityDigital #DigitalForGood #PookaRecommends

Just set up on BlueSky? Don’t know who to follow?
We’ve made it easier: 3 Starter Packs for the charity, third + public sectors in the UK.
Hop in 📺https://go.bsky.app/8bZQaBc
#DigitalForGood

Why Charities, Non-Profits & Third-Sector Organisations Are Leaving X.com - Pooka & Co More UK charities are leaving Twitter (X.com) as toxic content grows and reach falls. Why are they leaving? Should you diversify your comms?

Our new blog digs into why the sector is leaving X — and what comes next.
🐇 Real talk: this is about more than platforms. It’s about values.
👉 Read more: www.pooka.co/why-uk-chari...
#DigitalForGood #CharityComms #Bluesky

🐇 Save the date!
The 2nd Scottish CiviCRM Meet Up is set for Thursday 9th October at 3pm.
Agenda + sign-up coming soon - for now, mark it down and spread the word.
#CiviCRM #DigitalForGood