Besa

At Besa, we build volunteer experiences that bring people together to support and care for each other. HERE’S WHY: 🤝 Volunteering connects people 💪 Social connection strengthens our community 🌱 Connected communities thrive Our work is fueled by people like you who believe in the power of hope and humanity. When you make a donation to Besa, you will be the light that connects more people to the joy of volunteering. https://lnkd.in/gzWF3XbQ Give a gift to Besa and double your impact! Through December 31, our friends at Crane Group are matching all gifts up to $10,000.

From a childhood dream of doing good to founding Columbus-based nonprofit Besa, CEO Matthew Goldstein has dedicated his life to building community through service. What began with a few holiday gifts for local seniors has grown into impactful initiatives like WISH, Besa’s biggest event of the year, providing over $700K in gifts to 14,000 seniors since its inception. 🎁 As Matthew says, “I do what I do because I don’t think there’s any higher purpose or calling than to serve others.” Discover how his passion and vision continue to uplift those in need and inspire change across Columbus. Learn more about Matthew’s journey and the power of Besa’s mission. https://lnkd.in/gwRPWNiw

Your time as a small business owner is too valuable to spend figuring out how to build volunteer opportunities. Join us at our upcoming Lunch & Learn for more details about the Besa Collective, our volunteer solution for small businesses that simplifies how your employees give back to the community where they work and live. Hear from current Besa Collective member and Third Street Digital owner, Helen Speiser, and enjoy lunch on us. RSVP today! https://lnkd.in/gZMhMh-4 Date: October 30, 2024 Time: 12:00 - 1:30 pm Location: Besa’s Office, 966 S. High Street, Columbus, OH 43206

THE CHALLENGE 2024  💚 350+ volunteers  💰 $8.7 million raised for Challenge impact partners You served, packed, delivered, and rocked the good. Thank you for supporting Abercrombie & Fitch Co.'s The Challenge and its mission to support the mental health of future generations. See you next year!

We're thrilled to announce that Besa Founder and CEO Matthew Goldstein has been named one of 205 global leaders selected for the 2024-2025 Obama Foundation Leaders program. The program trains participants around the world in leadership development and civic engagement to help build their skills and scale their work across public, private and nonprofit sectors. “It’s an incredible honor to be chosen for this opportunity to learn from leaders around the world,” Goldstein said. “I look forward to using it to bring new ideas and fresh inspiration to the city and mission that I love.” Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/gnhuHTeQ

Congratulations to Besa CEO Matthew Goldstein for being recognized with Columbus Business First's 2024 C-Suite Awards. We’re so proud to be a part of the C-Suite Awards and celebrate with other nonprofit leaders recognized as the most impactful executives in Central Ohio. Special congrats to Tom Krouse, CEO of Donatos Pizza, for recognition with the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award. We're honored to partner with leaders committed to uplifting our community. Ann Bischoff, Star House Tony Collins, YMCA of Central Ohio Nichole E. Dunn, Flying Horse Farms Charles Gehring, LifeCare Alliance Matt Habash, Mid-Ohio Food Collective Betsy A. Pandora, MCRP, Short North Alliance Read the story: https://lnkd.in/eM4GuR2n

Managing your employee volunteer program is hard—Besa makes it easy. The Besa Collective simplifies how your team gives back by handling the logistics, connecting you to causes you care about, and amplifying community impact. Join us for a Lunch & Learn to hear from Third Street Digital's Helen Speiser and discover how the Besa Collective can work for your small business. Lunch is on us! 📅 Date: October 30, 2024 🕛 Time: 12:00 - 1:30 pm 📍 Location: Besa’s Office, 966 S. High Street, Columbus, OH RSVP today! https://lnkd.in/gZMhMh-4

As we celebrate 12 years of doing good, we’re inspired by your commitment to volunteerism that brings people together and strengthens our community. Thank you for being the good 💚

Is Your Volunteer Program Falling Short? Many professionals in HR and community outreach face challenges in creating an effective employee volunteer program: ❓ Struggling to get employees to volunteer? ❓ Tracking volunteer impact on spreadsheets? ❓ Gaps in the process causing confusion? ❓ Spending hours coordinating with nonprofits? You're not alone. These challenges are common, but they don’t have to be roadblocks. Enter the Besa Collective 👉 https://lnkd.in/gqeiJnM7 We’ve developed a cost-effective solution that simplifies volunteer programming for small to medium-sized businesses looking to make an impact. The Besa Collective makes engaging your employees easy, building a culture of giving, and collaborating with peer companies—all while saving you time and effort. Let us handle the details, so you can focus on making a meaningful impact. Ready to transform your volunteer program? Let’s connect. 🤝

As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with immense pride and gratitude for the incredible journey we are on together. Emerging from the pandemic, Besa has deepened its roots in the community, expanding our reach and impact in profound ways. This year’s report not only showcases our achievements and the extraordinary impact of our volunteers but also does so through our core values: Leading with Heart, Bringing People Together, Being Fearless, and Serving with Kindness. “We are honored to serve alongside each of you as we continue to weave a stronger community fabric, marked by resilience and bound by a shared commitment to uplift every life." - Matthew Goldstein, Founder & CEO Read Matthew’s full letter and explore our 2023 Impact Report on our website. https://lnkd.in/g23WzFnU