Good+Foundation

Happy New Month! October is a special time for us at Good+. Not only does it mark our Founder’s Day and 23 Year Anniversary, but it is also the month we award Family Cash Grants, which address the diverse and immediate needs of families on both coasts. Since the program started in 2020, we've distributed $1,158,500 in grants, with $300,200 given last year to 40 program partners. Our cash grants equip families with the autonomy to allocate resources according to their specific needs and priorities. Stay tuned as we’ll be highlighting our impact over the past 23 years in numbers throughout the month. #cashgrants #antipoverty

Coterie diapers in our warehouse ready to be shipped out to families! Thank you so much for your overwhelming support of our End Diaper Need campaign and The Coterie Diaper Share Program, our collaboration with Coterie. We are so close to the $10K goal but need your help in closing the gap so we can provide even more Good+ families with the diapers they need for a year. #enddiaperneed #diaperawarenessweek

We're Hiring! Good+Foundation seeks to find a visionary and innovative Chief Executive who can build upon and sustain the organization’s tremendous growth and impact. Built by a group of talented, creative professionals from diverse backgrounds, united by expertise in and passion for poverty alleviation, Good+ has become a leading, highly respected national non-profit. To learn more and apply for the role, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e2ECC9JR #hiring #nonprofit

“With rising costs of just about everything and pay rates staying the same, it is nice to know there are people that want to make a difference by helping people out like myself and my family. We have a 2 1/2-year-old and another one due any day now. Already having diapers on hand is one less thing to stress when the baby gets here.” -- Jevon, Good+ Dad During Diaper Need Awareness Week, we are shedding light on the profound impact that can be made for families experiencing diaper need. With generous donations from corporate supporters and our Good+ community, we have been able to distribute millions of diapers to under-resourced families across the U.S., alleviating a significant burden and bringing peace of mind to families facing financial challenges. It’s not just about diapers; it’s about increasing access to vital resources and allowing parents to focus on what truly matters. Join us in making a difference by contributing to our Diaper Need Awareness campaign in collaboration with Coterie Diaper Share Program, to help support Good+ families. Note: Names and pictures have been changed to protect the identity of Good+ families. #DiaperNeedAwareness #Impact #CommunitySupport

During National Diaper Need Awareness Week (September 23 – 29) we're amplifying our efforts to end diaper insecurity and sharing how the Good+ network and community can join us. Here's a snapshot of our efforts: -We’ve donated over 36 million diapers since 2001. -We are a proud member of the National Diaper Bank Network, working to find long-term solutions to diaper need. -This year, we advocated with our NDBN partners to secure $1.5M in state funding to address diaper need across New York State. -We’re collaborating with Coterie to provide a year’s supply of diapers for families through the Coterie Diaper Share Program. What you can do: Make a donation to support our efforts in ending diaper need. Mail unused diapers to our NYC or LA warehouses⎯Coterie will cover shipping costs through 2025. Read the story for more info. #enddiaperinsecurity #diaperawareness

Good+ Brands! Last month, Good+Foundation was named as the primary beneficiary for Mattel, Inc.'s Parents Employee Resource Group (ERG). August is the ERG's heritage month and Good+ collaborated with Mattel in a variety of exciting ways including: Webinar: To kick off the initiative, on 8/18, Good+ led a webinar for the Mattel team hosted by Dr. Laurel Parker West and Dr. Alan-Michael Graves discussing Good+'s mission, our long-term work with Mattel, Good+'s fatherhood initiatives, and ways that all caregivers can strengthen their parenting. Volunteer Event: On 8/21, Volunteers from the Mattel Parents ERG joined Good+ at our LA warehouse for a volunteer event. At the event, Mattel created blanket bears and packed diaper bags with critical family products (including some fun Fisher-Price, Inc. items). Product Donations: Mattel recently provided Good+ with a donation of diaper bags and toys as a part of their August engagement initiatives. Product Drive: To support families ahead of the Back-to-School season, Mattel's Parents ERG hosted an online product drive where employees purchased books, notebooks, and other critical supplies for families in need. Thank you, Mattel for collaborating with us in so many meaningful ways! To explore innovative opportunities to make impact with your brand/organization, contact, Richard Klos, Good+ Director of Corporate Giving & Partnerships. #mattel #corporategiving #volunteer #goodplusfoundation

Each year, Good+ teams up with The Children's Place to offer program fathers a wonderful opportunity to prepare their families for the back-to-school season. Earlier this month, fathers from our partner programs at Montefiore Health System HERO Dads and Supporting Healthy Relationships came out to shop for their children in preparation for the school year. As participant fathers shared, these events are extremely rewarding, offering dads a meaningful opportunity to connect with their kids in new and profound ways. We are deeply thankful to The Children's Place for their generous gift card donations, and to our program partners for making “Shop with Pops” possible for Good+ dads in NYC and LA. #FathersMatter #backtoschool

Every month, dedicated teams from various companies come together to prepare donated goods for distribution to Good+ families. Our corporate volunteers play a crucial role in our mission, using their time and effort to sort and assemble essential items like clothes, hygiene products, and accessories with care. By volunteering, your team not only helps us manage millions of dollars worth of goods but also strengthens employee engagement, enhances community relations, and fosters a positive work culture. Volunteers' efforts make a profound impact on thousands of Good+ families, providing them with a caring touch and supporting their journey out of multi-generational poverty. Ready to make a difference? Contact givetime@goodplusfoundation.org to learn how your team can volunteer at our NYC or LA warehouses or host a session at your office. #Volunteer #MakeADifference #CorporateGiving

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re proud to highlight the incredible impact of the Good+Foundation in supporting Hispanic and Latino families! With more than half of the families supported by Good+ identifying as Hispanic or Latino, our commitment to serving this diverse community is reflected in our partnerships with agencies that address their multifaceted needs. With 89% of our partner network offering services in multiple languages, including Spanish, we're making sure every family receives the tailored support they deserve. #HispanicHeritageMonth

This Child Passenger Safety Week, we’re spotlighting the critical importance of car seat access for Good+ families. Many caregivers face financial challenges that make it difficult to afford essential items like car seats and strollers. These items are not only vital for everyday travel, but also safely transporting a newborn home from the hospital. With 77% of children served by Good+ being 5 and under, generous carseat and stroller donations from Graco Children's Products (A Newell Rubbermaid Company) enable us to provide essential safety gear to program families, helping ensure safe travel practices for our youngest travelers. Thank you, Graco Children's Products (A Newell Rubbermaid Company), for your commitment to #ChildPassengerSafety, and for providing Good+ caregivers with the gear they need to protect their children on the road. #ChildPassengerSafetyWeek #TheRightSeat