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Earth Share of Washington Named One of 59 "Smartest Organizations Online"

January 25, 2007

What does Earth Share of Washington have in common with the following organizations?

  • Doctors Without Borders
  • The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
  • The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
  • The Mayo Clinic
  • The Nature Conservancy
  • MoveOn.org

They were among the “59 smartest organizations online in 2006� for setting new standards for savvy internet marketing. Earth Share of Washington’s website is www.esw.org. Squidoo.com, NetSquared, and GetActive collaborated on the awards, which honored...

excellence in online storytelling and collaboration with their donors. We didn't play favorites to one cause over another, nor did we look at their fundraising goals or number of members. Instead, these organizations are winners because of their web 2.0 smarts and a willingness to engage their constituents far beyond asking them to dig into their pockets.

These are organizations that give their volunteers and members a voice and get out of the way. They're pros at mobilizing awareness online. They're experimenters. Innovators. On a mission. They're fearless.

Dave Manelski is Earth Share of Washington's (ESW's) Program Director and developed its website. "Our website is the public face of our organization," Dave commented. “Beyond our workplace giving programs, most people first discover Earth Share through the web, linking concerned citizens to environmental news and upcoming volunteer opportunities and events throughout the region. The web is a powerful tool for connecting people to organizations in their communities. Earth Share relishes this role of connector and we are honored to be held in such prestigious company." The complete awards list can be found at http://www.59smartestorgs.com/.

Earth Share of Washington represents more than 60 non-profits whose work creates more livable communities and a healthy planet. ESW works with companies throughout Washington State, inspiring employees to support nonprofits through volunteering and donations. The organization’s website, www.esw.org, contains more information.

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