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eHub Category: Activism

Apr 28, 08
Change Congress
A movement to build support for basic reform in how the United States government functions. Using the sites tools, both candidates and citizens can pledge their support for basic changes to reduce the distorting influence of money in Washington. The community will link candidates committed to a reform with volunteers and contributors who support it. (Link: Change Congress)

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Legal

Apr 23, 08
Giveo
An online donation site that combines social networking with grassroots philanthropy. Users start and give to causes which are important to them. It's free to join and free to start getting involved. (Link: Giveo)

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Philanthropy • Social networking

Apr 11, 08
BigCarrot
A new way to democratize innovation and advocate for the causes you believe in. The site allows people with a common interest to come together and pool their contributions to create an inducement prize. Anyone can start a prize on any topic - from large social issues to smaller personal pursuits - and anyone with the ability to claim the prize can submit a solution. (Link: BigCarrot)

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Knowledge

Feb 11, 08
UnLtdWorld
An online platform that aims to connect social entrepreneurs and enable them to share content and build collaborative value, raise the visibility of ideas, issues and projects, and help generate greater positive impact in the real world. (Link: UnLtdWorld)

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Business • Social networking

Jan 02, 08
World Community Grid
A company with a mission to create the "largest public computing grid benefiting humanity. Donate the time your computer is turned on, but is idle, to projects that benefit humanity. We provide the secure software that does it all for free, and you become part of a community that is helping to change the world. Once you install the software, you will be participating in World Community Grid." (Link: World Community Grid)

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Cooperative distribution and P2P

Dec 17, 07
AlternativeEnergy
A social networking site devoted to alternative fuel sources, AlternativeEnergy.com has all the features you could want from a well designed niche community portal. The site boasts a clean unassuming design,easy navigation, and the ability to quickly customize your content. Aside from the usual community features like photos, videos, and groups, you'll find jobs, coaches, and even a list of recommended OpenSocial gadgets. (Link: AlternativeEnergy)

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Social networking

Sep 23, 07
OutOfPocket.com
Find out how much people in your area actually pay for out of pocket medical expenses. OutOfPocket.com is a grassroots initiative that wants people to reveal the true cost of routine health care services in order to create meaningful competition among providers. Millions of consumers know how difficult it is to find out how much a service will actually cost before the insurance bill arrives, and millions more have no insurance and must pay the full cost regardless. OutOfPocket.com wants people to know what to expect before they schedule their next visit. (Link: OutOfPocket.com)

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Directories • Medical

Aug 27, 07
Blog Action Day
"On October 15th, bloggers around the web will unite to put a single important issue on everyone's mind - the environment. Every blogger will post about the environment in their own way and relating to their own topic. Our aim is to get everyone talking towards a better future. Blog Action Day is about mass participation. That means we need you!" eHub will be participating along with thousands of other blogs. (Link: Blog Action Day)

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Blogs • Environment and Outdoors

Jul 04, 07
MakeMeSustainable
An online community of individuals, groups and local businesses dedicated to environmental change. The site offers a comprehensive tool set for managing carbon and energy consumption, including advanced social networking capabilities for tracking and sharing experiences in real time. (Link: MakeMeSustainable) Also see: eHub Interviews MakeMeSustainable

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Environment and Outdoors • Social networking

Jun 29, 07
Save the North Shore
A volunteer, non-profit website devoted to preserving the environment and culture of the North Shore, O'ahu, and raising awareness about the proposed hotel expansion plans. (Disclosure: This is a personal project of mine and I urge you to please sign the supporters list.) (Link: Save the North Shore)

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Environment and Outdoors

May 25, 07
Change.org
Aims to transform social activism by serving as the central platform that connects like-minded people, whatever their interests, and enables them to exchange information, share ideas, and collectively act to address the issues they care about. (Link: Change.org)

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Social web

May 07, 07
InviteForGood
An online invitation tool for events, with the option of adding a charitable gift registry to the invitation. Allows you to link social events to non-profit organizations. Use it as a regular e-invite tool or add a charity gift registry to the invite. (Link: InviteForGood)

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Events and calendering • Philanthropy

Apr 20, 07
CODEPINK
A women's peace group launches new website with a focus in online activism. The website provides campaign tools specifically designed for and by its participants. (Link: CODEPINK)

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Local

Jan 04, 07
Kiva
Lets you connect with and loan money to unique small businesses in the developing world. You can "sponsor a business" and microfinance a loan directly to an individual. (Link: Kiva)

Permalink - Posted in Activism • Lending and trading • Philanthropy