Catherine Austin of Austin Benefits Group had a vision last year to assemble back-to-school backpacks for children in our community. This year, with the support of our amazing team members, clients, and local business owners, we exceeded our goal and more than doubled the number of backpacks donated to Orchards Children's Services Inc. and Spaulding for Children. We want to extend our deepest gratitude to all the companies that donated additional supplies, enabling us to purchase even more backpacks and supplies for the children, thereby making our 2nd Annual Austin Benefits Backpack Drive a massive success. Your contributions have profoundly impacted the lives of hundreds of children in our community. The power of community and social media working together is evident. Thank you for your dedication to this cause and for embodying the spirit of giving that truly defines our organization. We look forward to continuing our partnership with you as we strive to make a positive difference for years to come. #AustinBenefits #BackpackDrive #BackToSchool #Community #Support #GiveBack #Children Edcor Kasco Construction LLC. MBE Group Delta Dental of Michigan Tomey Group LLC Born In Detroit + 8 Mile Vodka Ignite Social Media ACS - Archer Corporate Services Sandalwood Engineering & Ergonomics O'Reilly Rancilio P.C. Wayne State Pediatrics CHS Group LLC Unum Triple Inc. Peter Basso Associates Audacy, Inc. ELIA GROUP Young Basile Hanlon & MacFarlane, P.C. Guardian Life Paychex Steel Transport Dean Austin Cara Kukhar Natalie Kiro
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🗣️This North Texas Giving Day, we invite you to look deeper when considering your passion or the organization that resonates with your core values. Jewel's Comfort Keeper Incorporated is more than just a source of resources, clothing, and employment opportunities. We believe in a person-centered, holistic approach to supporting returning citizens and their families. We believe in addressing the whole person mind, body, and spirit, to help them rebuild their lives, strengthen their families, and reconnect with their communities. Our work is rooted in understanding each individual’s unique journey and providing the support that makes a lasting difference. We don’t just offer a handout; we walk alongside them as they take steps toward a brighter future. By supporting us today, you’re investing in transformative change, one life, one family, one community at a time. 💜 Please join us in making a difference. Every donation, no matter the size, helps us continue this crucial work. Together, we can create a more compassionate and just world. https://lnkd.in/gHuW4iVN #NorthTexasGivingDay #WhyWeGive #ReentrySupport #HolisticApproach #PersonCentered #CommunityMatters #WeBelieveInSecondChances #ReentryMatters #ReentryAdvocates #HelpABrotherOut #JCKCares #MentalHealthMatters #NonprofitInTexas #NPO #WomenLedOrganization #WeCare #ReduceRecidivism #TheirLivesContinue #SocialJustice #TDCJ #ReturningCitizen #ReentryProgram #MentalHealth #FinancialLiteracy #MenLivesMatter #NorthTexasGivingDay2024 #BootsOnTheGround #GiveWithAPurpose💚 #NorthTexasNonprofit #CFT #NTGD #TDCJPolunskyUnit #TDCJMichaelUnit #TDCJBoydUnit
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To my Georgia LinkedIn network - this is a great way to showcase your organization and make a difference. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me or directly to Georgia Kids Belong.
Dear Businesses, We've got an opportunity for you to serve kids and families in GA's foster system AND to establish yourselves as community-minded businesses! May is Foster Care Awareness Month. Consider how YOU could jump in! 💡 Host a Foster Family Day 💡 Become Foster Friendly 💡 Use your socials to share awareness stats 💡 Host a giveback day for GA Kids Belong 💡 Do a donation drive! 💡 Share I Belong Project videos of kids in the system waiting for families 💡 Donate tickets or a gift card for our 31 Days of Giveaways! Message us! We'll help brainstorm creative ways for your business to serve. #community #fosterfriendly #fostercareawarenessmonth #communitygivebacks #communitypartnerships
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What is the value of ”Take Your Daughter to Work Day? We think it is education and empathy, so the child knows what the parent does daily, but it is so much more. It instills lifelong work values. Meahgan Gibson attended a “Take Your Daughter to Work Day” at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. To this day she reminds me of a few choice words I stated during a staff meeting but she also pursued a career in Leisure and Hospitality. More importantly she picked up values like; everybody is critical to success (especially the lowest paid hourly associates), every person has a story, treat people with dignity and respect, and if they have a name tag, user their name. Grow by trying new things that others shy away from. Powerful words are “thank you” and “can you help me”, and assisting others even if you do not have time. Today this was in my feed. I had no idea she was working on this. Biscuits and socks, who knew? But more importantly, a young professional (from a generation many professionals belittle) leading a project that reflects well on the brand and does good for the community. Also hats off to Dennis Pfaff, Maple Street Biscuit Company and Cracker Barrel for creating an organization culture where young professional growth occurs. Take your daughter to work and as a leader, your relationships matter more than you know. #cio #leadership
TLDR: I've been working on something pretty cool! "The Maple Street Mantra: Help People, Serve Others, Be A Part Of The Community" is why I joined the team. I'm grateful to Maple Street Biscuit Company for allowing me to take on something so near and dear to who we are. *Maple Street Silly Socks* a portion of sock sales will go directly to LifeQuest Organ Recovery Services and U.F. Health, supporting their incredible work to maximize the Gift of Life through organ and tissue donation. This is particularly meaningful because giving back has always been a big part of who I am. From working with the Miami Children's Initiative during my time at the University of Florida to my work with the Harrison County Community Foundation, I've seen firsthand the impact we can make when we come together. Your support means the world and will help create positive change in our community. P.S. The socks are pretty cool as well https://lnkd.in/gKJnfwB6
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Santo 203 “Secret Snowflakes” Educators, together we can create a world where giving is the norm by providing creative opportunities for students. Our fifth grade students embraced the idea of becoming a “Secret Snowflake” by gifting to community members. One by one the Secret Snowflakes joined to form a blizzard of generosity to our neighbors and local charitable organizations. *Some took time to bake and deliver delicious goodies to neighbors *Others choose to donate to charities online. *Some handpicked gifts destined for the local Children's Hospital. *Others gave to Toys for Tots After the event, a lively discussion took place as students shared their “secret” with classmates. Reflections echoed the research of M. Ames who emphasizes that spending time enriching your community broadens your perceptions of the world. Immersing yourself in a community dedicated to positive change teaches you valuable lessons about how the world works and fosters a unique sense of purpose that often extends to other areas of your life. “The heart of the giver makes the gift dear and precious." - Luther. How do you cultivate a learning environment that not only imparts knowledge but also nurtures compassionate hearts, fostering a generation that understands the true value of giving? #VolunteerImpact #CommunityEngagement #StudentLeadership
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Regional Vice President - AB South, NWT and YT at Canada Protection Plan, a Foresters Financial Company
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✨ We’re marking our 150th anniversary at Foresters Financial by giving back in a big way! We’re thrilled to announce that through our “BIG Give” contest, we’ve donated US$50,000 to the Marjaree Mason Center, CA$50,000 to You Can Ride 2, and £50,000 to the Tuberous Sclerosis Association. Thank you to all our members who participated in the “BIG Give” contest, for sharing their stories and championing the causes they care about. Together, we continue our tradition of giving back and enriching the well-being of our communities. Here’s to another 150 years of making a difference! Read more: https://ow.ly/lNiN50SO5hn
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DLP Capital is all about housing. And for many, a house is emblematic of family. But in some parts of the world, children never get to know much of either. That’s why the DLP Positive Returns Foundation is going the extra mile (well, more like 2,540 miles, to be exact) to help out orphaned teens in Guatemala City. These are teens who, for the most part, have never known a home as they near adulthood. Through the non-profit organization Transforming Futures, orphaned teens and others without stable homes are taught life skills, provided healthy meals, and offered spiritual guidance… Keep reading: https://lnkd.in/efttykS3
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Founder @ Luff Sheets | Impossibly Soft Sheets | One-for-One Mission: Bedding for Kids in Need
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Partnerships are the foundation of every successful CAC.
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2moAmazing and so blessed to have the chance to help so many kids. Thank you everyone that was a part of this!