Empowering Hospitalized Children Through Play
Hospital stays can be incredibly lonely and stressful for young patients. This has become even more pronounced during the pandemic as hospitals have tightened visitation and social distancing measures. To bring some joy to these children, AWS is collaborating with GameChanger Charity to provide access to GameChanger’s patient engagement platform, Playwell, for one year at select hospitals throughout the United States. We are kicking off this initiative with the Children’s Hospital of Las Vegas—a place where Jamie faced numerous challenges during his health journey. More hospitals will be announced soon, and we aim to brighten the days of up to 200 children per hospital each day.
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Transforming Fundraising Through Innovation
By AWS Public Sector Blog Team
Date: 03 DEC 2019
Category: AWS re:Invent, Nonprofit, Public Sector
On Giving Tuesday, GameChanger Charity is hosting a live Twitch stream to raise funds and awareness for their mission. This year’s fundraising will feature the winning solution from last year’s re:Invent 2018 hackathon, showcasing how innovation can drive change in the nonprofit space.
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Key Insights for Nonprofits
By AWS Public Sector Blog Team
Date: 15 AUG 2018
Category: Nonprofit, Public Sector
The IMAGINE conference brought together a diverse array of nonprofits from around the globe. Participants engaged in an interactive learning experience that highlighted innovative strategies and effective methodologies. Below are five key takeaways from the event that can inspire your organization to adapt and thrive.
Enhancing Patient Experiences with Technology
By AWS Public Sector Blog Team
Date: 19 JUL 2018
Category: Nonprofit, Public Sector
Founded in 2007, GameChanger Charity has established itself as a leader in delivering virtual reality and augmented reality experiences to young patients in hospitals. These immersive experiences provide a welcome escape from the clinical environment and foster a sense of community and excitement among patients.
Highlights from the 2018 AWS Public Sector Summit – DC
By AWS Public Sector Blog Team
Date: 27 JUN 2018
Category: Education, Government, Nonprofit, Public Sector
The AWS Public Sector Summit in Washington, D.C. showcased groundbreaking technology solutions, such as the SkinVision app for skin cancer detection and a virtual tour of the White House through the White House Experience app. Over 100 customers shared their transformative stories, demonstrating the impact of cloud technology.
Celebrating Creativity on World Creativity and Innovation Day
By AWS Public Sector Blog Team
Date: 21 APR 2018
Category: Nonprofit, Public Sector
On World Creativity and Innovation Day, we celebrate the powerful intersection of creativity, innovation, and technology. Nonprofits are leveraging this combination to address some of the most pressing global challenges. Here are three organizations making a significant impact through their innovative approaches.
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