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We’re delighted to see the feature on BBC’s #TheOneShow about the incredible work of The Whitefield Charity SK Corporation’s Soup Kitchen and their new #HomeKitchenDiner in London's Primrose Hill. This world-first fine-dining restaurant, led by two-Michelin-starred chef Adam Simmonds, is providing life-changing opportunities for individuals who’ve experienced homelessness and helping them build meaningful careers in hospitality.

CALLING all community non-profit and service organizations who want to be a part of the food insecurity solution by bringing a fun, interactive, community-building food drive event to your community.  While we’re all still enjoying the dog days of summer, it’s the perfect time to think about ‘Fall Fundraising’. With higher food prices and increasing shortages affecting us all, Sharecrows.org offers a creative, grassroots solution to restock community food banks by turning scarecrows into Sharecrows.  What’s a Sharecrow? A Sharecrow is a scarecrow display with a bin for collecting non-perishable food items to help restock local food banks. As communities across North America face varying degrees of food bank shortages, this is the perfect event to replenish food bank supplies. Sharecrows.org has introduced a straightforward Fall Food Drive event designed for non-profit/service organizations to host in their communities. They’ve done all the heavy event planning lifting and made it super easy for your organization to roll out. Sharecrows.org presents a triple-win opportunity for your organization to become a "Hunger Hero" and contribute to alleviating food insecurities. A win for food banks facing critical shortages. A win for the community to engage in a fun and interactive scarecrow food drive tour, fostering creativity, community building, and supporting a good cause. A win for your organization, as the funds raised can benefit local food banks and other community programs. Residents and storefront owners who register for participation commit to crafting a scarecrow, displaying it from October 20 to 31, placing a bin for non-perishable food items, and having their address on a Sharecrows Tour Map for residents to take tours, with a supply of ‘treats’ for the scarecrows along the way. As Halloween and Thanksgiving draw near, it's an ideal time for this interactive and innovative Food Drive event. Visit www.Sharecrows.org to learn more about the event and how to become part of the Sharecrows.org community. Be a Hunger Hero in your community; be a part of the solution. Secure your spot now. *All early bird members will be grandfathered into special introductory rates. For more information contact: cheryl@sharecrows.org #sharecrows.org #FallFoodDrive #FoodInsecurities #FoodBankShortages #FoodBanks #FoodDrive

Thank you, Nicole Machado, for the opportunity to be part of this incredible experience! It was my first time volunteering at a food drive, and the energy and dedication of everyone there truly moved me. Seeing the excitement of people coming together to donate to the local food bank really highlighted the impact we can make when we unite for a good cause. Here are a few reflections from this memorable experience and how we can carry these lessons into our daily lives and work: The Power of Teamwork: Watching everyone work side by side, each person adding their unique contribution, reminded me how much more we can achieve together than alone. It’s a great reminder that teamwork is at the heart of meaningful progress. Small Actions Make a Big Impact: Every item donated, no matter how small, contributed to the bigger picture. This is true at work as well—small, consistent actions add up. By focusing on small, impactful tasks daily, we can drive productivity and see real results over time. Resilience: Coordinating and carrying out a food drive takes dedication and persistence. When challenges arise, we need resilience to push through—whether we’re stocking shelves or tackling a big project at work. Never Giving Up: There were moments when it seemed overwhelming, but everyone kept going because they believed in the cause. In work and life, when we stay committed to our purpose, we can overcome obstacles that seemed impossible at first. Support for a Right Cause: When you’re working toward something that genuinely helps others, people naturally want to pitch in and be part of the movement. Having a clear, meaningful purpose invites others to support and uplift you, both in community efforts and professional goals. Thankful for the opportunity to contribute to something bigger than myself and for the chance to reflect on these values. Looking forward to putting them into practice every day!

🌟 Proud to see how initiatives like PORCH Chattanooga are growing and making a difference in our communities! 🌟 PORCH Chattanooga is part of the larger PORCH Communities movement, dedicated to reducing food insecurity through neighbors helping neighbors. Our model is simple: once a month neighbors leave the most needed non-perishable items on their front porches, and our volunteers pick up and deliver them to a local pantry. This incredible program is an example of how we can all play a role in supporting our neighbors and creating a more sustainable future. PORCH Chattanooga’s success shows the power of community involvement. By donating food, volunteering, or simply spreading the word, we can all contribute to making our towns better places to live. If you're inspired by PORCH Chattanooga, consider starting or joining a similar initiative in your own community. (https://lnkd.in/ehtgZTQS) Together, we can create a network of support and ensure that no one goes hungry. Learn more about PORCH Chattanooga Read the article. https://lnkd.in/eaFDE422 #CommunityGrowth #FoodInsecurity #PORCHCommunities #GetInvolved #Volunteer #Donate #SustainableLiving

🌟🤝 Community Matters! 🚀🌟 Supporting local charities and causes is a way for businesses to give back and make a meaningful impact on their communities. 💼❤️ So, here's a question: Can you highlight a local charity or cause that your business supports? 🤔✨ Share the details of your involvement and why this cause is important to you in the comments below! Whether it's promoting education, championing environmental conservation, or supporting a charity that addresses local needs, let's celebrate the power of businesses to be a force for good. 🌍🤲 Don't forget to use emojis to express your commitment to community engagement and tag a fellow entrepreneur who values giving back to society! 👥🌟 #PHDigimarkQuestionfortoday #LocalCharity #CommunitySupport #BusinessImpact #EntrepreneurialJourney #GivingBack #EntrepreneurCommunity #MakeADifference 🌟🤝🌍🏆

I used to be the most grinchiest grinch ever - what happened? 😂 As an immigrant, Christmas is tough. With my family 5,000 miles away, I would feel like a Mexican-American fish out of water with all the unfamiliar traditions and songs. I refused to be happy, because to me Christmas was a time of mourning, a reminder that while everyone else was celebrating with their families (even if begrudgingly), I couldn’t have what others took for granted. So what’s changed - how have I gone from grinch to being OTT in love with Christmas? I started giving, instead of looking at what I lack. It changed for me after volunteering with a Christian charity last year, St Vincent de Paul Society (England & Wales) I’ve never been a fan of the capitalistic side of Christmas, and I have too much clutter. I don’t need any more gifts, I need more meaning, not more stuff. So on Christmas eve last year, I spent all day with a group of other volunteers, from all faiths and none, as we collected surplus food from supermarkets (that would have otherwise gone to waste) and organised it into gift bags and parcels for hungry families. Sorting in a makeshift gazebo in someone’s front garden, while it was windy and cold and the volunteers shared snacks, hot drinks and stories - then seeing the gratitude on people’s faces when we delivered the food. It was wonderful. We did the same on New Year's eve. Another day of food collection, sorting and delivery to families in need. What can I say - I caught the bug. I’ve been volunteering with them all year, and these people have become like family to me. Christmas isn’t lonely. Because it’s not about me or what I get. It’s about what we give. If you’d like to contribute, we are fundraising for our local homeless day centre. They are at risk of having to seriously scale down their services, leaving 1,200 people out in the cold, due to the rising costs and drops in grant funding. If you could donate, even £5, it would mean the world. https://gofund.me/07d2412f And if you feel a hunger in your heart and want to find out more about volunteering in your local area, feel free to give me a shout and I can share more info. Much love, and happy happy Christmas, however you celebrate 🎄❤️

Why I volunteer when I can… This was me yesterday, about to begin volunteering for the day with Seaful charity and the amazing events they host; connecting people with waterways and educating young people about ocean protection. I’ve been supporting Seaful and a number of other charities, since becoming self-employed and here’s my reasons why… 1) To stay connected with and support causes which I believe in, and which align with my own personal values. 2) To escape the ‘busy-loneliness’ of being self-employed (if you know, you know) and connect with cool people who share my values too. 3) To maintain a sense of balance, and not become swamped with the need for revenue-based activity all the time. 4) Because volunteering is cool 😎 and yes, it’s OK to feel good about doing it too. Question… Do you #volunteer and if so, what do you enjoy most about it? Why not volunteer your comments below (see what I did there!)… #volunteer #charity #leadership #connection #people #values #beliefs #bethechange #businessowner #selfemployed #stayconnected #bluespace #oceanprotection #coaching

It is just 15 days until Christmas and we are coming back to you with our third and final survey with Holiday Insights focussed on Entertaining and Meal Planning for Christmas. Specifically: - How popular are ADVENT CALENDARS with Canadians? - Will be people be heading out to CHRISTMAS PARTIES this year? - When will people be HOSTING / ENTERTAINING in their HOMES? - Who is cooking TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS DINNER and WHO'S INVITED? - What is being served for CHRISTMAS DINNER and where do they PURCHASE? - Will Canadians open their wallets to support CHARITIES?   The infographic below gives a summary of the results of this survey.   Be sure to also check out the previous two surveys that were recently published and are filled fuller than Santa's sleigh with Holiday Insights:   Part 1: How Will Canadians Be Spending This Christmas? Part 2: GST Holiday, Stocking Stuffers, Gifts for Kids & Pets   Happy Holidays from all of us here at Field Agent! We look forward to working with you in 2025! https://lnkd.in/gDPHjX75

At DFR, community is the heart of everything we do. We strive to ensure our programs honor the dignity of every individual we serve. Instead of relying on a single hub to distribute recovered food, our decentralized No Cost Grocery Program (NCGP) model allows us to meet people where they are—in their own communities, where they feel safe and comfortable. We partner with 21 nonprofits, schools, health centers, and resident councils so that people can easily access food in familiar, trusted community spaces. Often, community members themselves help set up and distribute the food, meaning neighbors are receiving food from people they know and trust—not from outsiders who may not fully understand their unique needs and preferences. This model prioritizes agency, which is the first step toward achieving true food sovereignty. 💚 Help us sustain this work by donating to Denver Food Rescue this Colorado Gives Day at https://lnkd.in/grnBY_2F. #CommunityFirst #FoodRecovery #NutritionSecurity #NoCostGroceries #DenverFoodRescue #FoodJustice #FoodAccessForAll

One of the many avenues of outreach our amazing Who I Am Foundation volunteers provides is our year round care package distributions to those experiencing #homelessness. Our distributions have been our most consistent outreach project since 2013. Our amazing Volunteers organize and execute the distributions, alternating between a mobile distribution and a stationary distribution. Currently, we are blessed with the ability to assist an average of 1,000 people per month; in multiple cities, in multiple states! Our goal with distributions since 2013, has been to provide essential necessities to those in need. Necessities that we may take for granted, are viewed as a luxury to those without. Some of the items we hand out include food, bottled waters, hygiene items and toiletries, first aid supplies, socks, shoes, feminine hygiene, dog food, seasonal items, and lists of resources available in the area. We also utilize our time in the community, retrieving feedback of needs and issues, by those in need. Engaging with individuals, learning their stories, and providing them hope. Our distributions continually evolve. Addressing needs, while making available the proper resources. Tangible donations are the lifeblood of our distributions. Your contribution of any of the items below, help to ensure each and every distribution is effective and impactful. Learn how you can help us by donating, or volunteering, by contacting us at any time. www.WhoIAmFoundation.org #TeamWhoIAm