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The Leadership Advisory Council with Make-A-Wish Michigan is still looking for sponsors for our 3rd Annual Golf Outing at Thornapple Point on August 5th! If you're not familiar with Make-A-Wish Michigan (MAWM). MAWM makes wishes come true for children with a critical illness across the state of Michigan. A few fun facts: 💸 Every dollar raised in Michigan stays in Michigan. ⏳ A child is diagnosed with a critical illness every 20 minutes. 🏥 An estimated 800+ children will be diagnosed with a critical illness this year. 💫 While doctors provide the medicine, Make-A-Wish Michigan supplies the magic that provides a positive life-changing experience. 👨⚕️ Most notably, 75% of surveyed doctors said a wish could improve a child’s medical outcomes. ⭐ While each wish is truly unique, most fall into one of five categories: I wish to be, I wish to go, I wish to have, I wish to meet, and I wish to give. Join me in helping raise funds for this critical mission - sponsorships start at $250! https://lnkd.in/gD4ART4F

I'm just home from Babble Frost 2024, and we were joined by Rachel Sharp MCIOF (Cert), fundraising manager for My Name'5 Doddie, with Babble now a Corporate Partner. Rachel enlightened us as we learned some truly harrowing stats, and watched a video filmed with Doddie about a month or so before he passed - I could feel the tears forming, and I know most of the room was the same. I heard the mutters of "bloody hell", "brutal", and the long expell of air as people processed what we'd read, heard, and watched...here's some highlights. 1 in 300 people will be handed the death sentence that is Motor Neuron Disease. Most of those people will have waited around a year for diagnosis. The average life expectancy once diagnosed is a mere 12-18 months. With many dying within just 3 months when the disease is particularly aggressive. 5000 people in the UK right now are living with MND. This might seem low based on a 1 in 300 figure. That's because of how quickly it will kill a person. It is a literal death sentence...right now. There has not been a new drug to help treat MND in nearly 40yrs. That drug *might* extend life expectancy by around 3 months. Treatment itself has not substantially changed in 20yrs. It is almost guarantee that you personally know someone who has been killed by MND. It IS an ABSOLUTE guarantee that you know someone who knows someone killed by MND (for my connections...you know me, and it killed a childhood neighbour of mine). I also know at least three other victims at just 1 degree of separation). Again...literal death sentence. As a Corporate Partner to My Name'5 Doddie, Babble have committed to raising £250,000! So I will be doing something later this year to help raise funds - I've always fancied a charity boxing match...if you know how to make that happen and can help me -let me know. However, right now, my brother is taking part in Doddie Aid right - and is trying to raise £500. Can you help? Can you share? Doddie's final words in his video to us... "MND is not uncurable. It's just underfunded" https://lnkd.in/eRePrhTz #myname5doddie #doddieaid #mnd #babble #babblefrost

Horses are amazing. It never gets old being a part of the partnerships between horse & human. Here is a powerful story of how horses helped uncover a pattern for someone that they had worked hard to hide for years. https://lnkd.in/gC57UXsp This video is a great reminder of the powerful work of #horseshelpinghumansheal. This work is life-changing for so many! Would you partner with us & donate today? https://lnkd.in/dxNtj4t4

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Everyone at BBF loves rugby. As a business, we get the importance of teamwork, and on a personal level, we know what it means to be part of a herd. The Bristol Bisons RFC are trailblazing inclusivity in rugby and showcasing that everyone has a space and place on and off the pitch. Their energy, enthusiasm and voice for access to sport without prejudice is incredible. And that’s not even mentioning the fact that they are clearly acing the game and always bring the energy to an event! That's why we jumped at the chance to support them with £8,000 towards their training costs over two years. BFF is donating £100k over the next year to help raise up Bristol communities. For the best part, we gift cost-price beer and help our community sell this to generate 3-5 times its value. But we know that beer is not always appropriate and sometimes, groups need hard cash, in real time, to achieve their ambitions. That's why we choose 3 or 4 groups each year and support them with a cash donation; one of them is the Bristol Bisons. Want to find out if the Bisons are your herd? Join them for a trial session on Monday 1st July as part of the Bristol Pride fortnight. Sign up via bisonsrfc.co.uk or if you've missed this window, check them out on socials: instagram.com/bisonsrfc and facebook.com/bisonsrfc Don't forget, every BBF beer you buy gives back to projects and communities like the Bristol Bisons. And as they say themselves, we are #StrongerAsAHerd DRINK WITH PURPOSE #BristolBeerFactory #brewedtogive #standindependent #drinkwithpurpose #bristolcharity #bristol

The darken image is difficult to see, almost like trying to see through mud in the 💦, but the audio and information in print is pristine crystal clear. I'm sorry to hear that you're facing such difficult circumstances. If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of extreme cold weather, it's important to seek immediate help and support. Here are a few steps you can take: 1. Contact emergency services: If someone's life is in immediate danger, call emergency services (e.g., 911 in the United States) right away. They will be able to provide urgent assistance and resources. 2. Reach out to local authorities: Contact your local police or relevant government agencies to report the situation and ask for assistance. They may be able to provide information on available resources and support services in your area. 3. Connect with community organizations: Research and reach out to local non-profit organizations, charities, or shelters that specialize in helping those affected by extreme weather conditions. They may have resources and programs available to assist individuals and families in need. 4. Spread awareness: Share your story and the challenges you're facing with others. Utilize social media platforms or local community forums to raise awareness about the issue and draw attention to the struggles caused by extreme cold weather. This might encourage individuals, organizations, or the government to step in and offer support. 5. Collaborate with neighbors and friends: Reach out to neighbors, friends, or community members who may be facing similar circumstances. Collaborate and support each other by sharing resources, information, and warmth during this challenging time. Remember, it's crucial to prioritize your safety and well-being above all else. Stay warm, seek help when needed, and lean on available resources and support systems in your area. People will literally be in danger of freezing to death. https://lnkd.in/gCNxgYn8 It is colder than a well diggers backside! And still we rise,

Episode 6! It's a good one, check it out #golf #nfl #interview

Our Executive Director of Canada SCORES Toronto Nick Taylor (He/Him) shares his thoughts on this recent interview led by Steve Paikin on his show The Agenda. Initially Nick was drawn in due to the topic, and ultimately kept watching due to the high value content being discussed by three folks in the business, sport and cause communities that Nick has met and respects for their contributions - Marco Di Buono , Bruce Kidd and Dan Cardoza. As a nonprofit organization in the youth development space, Canada SCORES Toronto launched in the GTA in 2024, but has 30 years of history behind it across North America through America SCORES and 10 years under the Canada SCORES banner in Vancouver. The organization was initially founded througha 1994 FIFA World Cup Legacy Program Fund. Canada SCORES is one of the emerging community programs that Marco mentions towards the end of the panel discussion that delivers programs for FREE. In fact, we deliver our FREE after school programs in partnership with local schools, where according to Bruce, his friends at the Toronto District School Board TDSB say they are no longer able to deliver the comprehensive curriculum for phyisical activity within their schools. Given that current statistics sugest that 58% of parents say financial constraints are limiting their ability to keep kids in activities, programs such as Canada SCORES can fill a vital gap in our schools and communities to ensure an includive, safe, fun and "whole child" focus curriculum and programs are available to support the well being and social emotional development of children and youth. We should pay attention to Bruce's words when he sugests Gordie Howe would never make the NHL today as he would not fit into the "class" system that exists around the current professionalized youth sport sector. How many children may never realize their dreams of playing and competing in sport because of financial barriers to entry? We should also note what Marco shared when he said that an investment of only $1.00 can result in $13.00 of savings in the form of reduced health care costs to the system and a recution in youth justice expenses. Can you think of a better way to invest a dollar? If you can, consider making a gift to Canada SCORES. You can support the impact of our work that has been building for 10 years in Vancouver, and is about to launch this Fall in the Greater Toronto Area. https://lnkd.in/eWBrp_V At Canada SCORES, we believe we can be part of the solution to the problems called out by these three sector leaders. We welcome interested folks to reach out to our Execeutive team leaders in Toronto and Vancouver with any questions you may have about how you can make an impact in the lives of vulnerable children and youth. #CanadaSCORES #CanadaSCORESTO #CanadaSCORESVan #AmericaSCORES #YouthDevelopment #SocialEmotionalLearning #Sport #Recreation #BarrierFreeSport #JumpStart #YMCA #Donate #Support #Soccer #Poetry #Community

From high school football championships to charity golf tournaments and youth soccer leagues, don't let the weather derail your clients' sporting events. Our Weather Insurance and Cost Containment can help protect your insureds' big games from unexpected disruptions. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3wrxznR. #weatherinsurance #costcontainment #sportingevents #specialtyinsurance #insurancewholesaler #decotisspecialtyinsurance

This is a hard topic to envision claims on, but the more knowledge we garner the safer we can keep our children. The information on this webinar (which is open to anyone who wishes to view it) can give us information we need to prevent accidental drownings and provide insurance agents with the tools they need to explain necessary coverages and safety precautions to their insured's who own swimming pools. #webinar #watersafety #usli #insurance #liability