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Varnum partner Sarah Wixson has joined the Fair Food Network's Board of Directors. This national nonprofit is dedicated to enhancing community health and wealth through food. Reaching over 200,000 households, the organization focuses on strengthening local economies, nourishing communities and driving long-term systemic change. Read more about Sarah's impactful new role here: https://lnkd.in/gHMitetf

On September 17, The Generosity Commission will release its capstone report, "Everyday Actions, Extraordinary Potential: The Power of Giving and Volunteering." This comprehensive analysis delves into America's evolving generosity landscape and emphasizes the critical need to protect and nurture this powerful force for good.   With fewer people giving and volunteering, now is the time to explore how we can foster a more generous society. Valerie Rockefeller, Board Chair of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors and a member of The Generosity Commission, continues to champion these vital efforts.   Join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/dCX88rqB

The NonProfit Times and U.S.-based Cradles to Crayons offer this list of volunteer ideas for organizations trying to improve their bottom line: • Share “giving recipes”—suggestions for volunteering—to spark creative volunteerism • Simplify your volunteer sign-up process.  • Include young volunteers—they will inspire current and future generations! • Celebrate exemplary volunteers.  * Share your finished product with the folks who helped make it. https://buff.ly/3PulHre

Social content takes time, resources and planning. Sometimes the window from planning to execution is short to capitalize on a news cycle, an event or a digital trend. I want to recognize my frequent content collaborators for always exceeding my expectations to tell Williams story. Susan Wright Simpson, Kelly Cook, Sarah Gilpin, Dawson Smith and Jonathan Ainley. I will include a few of my recent favorites in the comments below. https://lnkd.in/gSbJzeU8

My challenge to my nonprofit friends: before August starts, take a step back to look at the bigger picture of how your communications team operates. Set aside time with your team to look objectively at everything (even if you're on a team of one). Here are 7 questions to consider when planning your nonprofit's communications for the next 6 months: https://lnkd.in/g8x5VPAm

Because of the “closing space for civil society,” the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors are facing: ❎ Increased scrutiny and legal challenges ❎ Threats to philanthropic freedoms ❎ Harmful narratives and lack of public understanding In the November/December 2024 issue of The NonProfit Times, Council President and CEO Kathleen Enright shares how we can work together to protect the sector and the civil society organizations at the heart of our communities. That way they can continue the important work of providing essential services and empowering individuals and communities. You can read the full article as originally published on our blog: https://lnkd.in/ehJmscRz

Why is community engagement vital for your nonprofit? Community engagement builds trust, fosters collaboration, and amplifies your impact. At Sarah Boxx, we offer strategies to effectively engage with your community and create lasting relationships. Learn more about our community engagement services at https://bit.ly/3uetq2Y.

Yea it’s a five minute video, who watches those anymore! However, if you followed us over the course of Serve Week 2024 (The Ocho) this is an awesome wrap up and great work by the team. We try and use LinkedIn to open a window into our culture. And while Foundry Commercial isn’t perfect and we will always have work to do in pursuit of our standards, I think this is one of the things we get really right. We are a services company and spending time with these amazing organizations, which we encourage you to check out and support, reminds us what true service looks like. It is a week where we try to give back and we always end up getting so much more than we give. Great job Lauren and the entire Serve Week support team. #foundrycommercial #itspersonal #theocho #serveweek2024

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Nonprofits do “profit” citizens, communities and cultures in numerous ways. Nonprofits are there to source relief organizations, scholarship initiatives, free clinics and literacy programs. Are there to preserve a city’s historical assets, civic treasures and environmental aesthetics. Are there to promote and to ensure the progress of grassroots causes—in your neighborhood and mine too. Are there to answer our calls…fill in our gaps…elevate our understanding of what matters most. Are there enriching, enhancing and expanding the goodwill, good sense, good deeds and good faith already present in society. And in doing this, nonprofits profit all. Upholding what is most necessary, noble and nonnegotiable for all. Another thought from my “A Sector of Better Angels” series.