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Our hearts go out to the businesses, consumers, and residents of Jasper and its environs, as well as Alberta, affected by the wildfires. We stand with you during this challenging time. For those looking to support the relief efforts, we urge caution and diligence. Here are some tips and resources to ensure your efforts make a positive impact: 1. Verify Charities and Crowdfunding Campaigns: ->Before donating, ensure the organization is reputable. Use BBB’s Charity Review to check for legitimate and trustworthy charities. ->BBB Tip: What to Know Before Donating to a Crowdfunding Cause: https://zurl.co/3uoV 2. Beware of Scams: -> Avoid unsolicited donation appeals, especially via email or social media. Scammers often exploit disasters to take advantage of compassionate individuals. -> BBB Tip: How to Spot a Scam: https://zurl.co/RBHI 3. Donate Directly: -> Whenever possible, donate directly to established charities rather than through intermediaries to ensure your donation reaches those in need. -> Charity and Donor Resources: https://zurl.co/CRXy 4. Seek Alternate Travel Plans: -> f your travel plans are affected by the wildfires, contact your airline or travel provider immediately. Many companies offer waivers or flexible rebooking policies. -> BBB's Travel HQ: https://zurl.co/sA5j To our Alberta community, know that we are here to support you. For more info & resources, visit bbb.org #AlbertaWildfires #Jasper #BBBTips #BBB

++ RBI donates Sustainability Premiums for Charitable Cause ++ Raiffeisen Bank International AG has prolonged its initiative to donate premiums from sustainability-linked financings to be paid by customers who do not meet agreed environmental, #social and governance indicators for the next three years. If the borrower’s #ESG performance ameliorates, the margin improves (sustainability discount), and vice versa in case of a deterioration (sustainability premium). RBI has committed to donate any resulting #sustainability premiums from its lending instruments generated in its Head Office to the Stepic CEE Charity, that supports disadvantaged children and women in Central and Eastern Europe ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dcWeKTE2. As the number of sustainability-linked financings is increasing, the amount of donations can be expected to rise. Valerie Brunner #sustainablefinance

You can help Roti Bank in various ways: 1. *Donate Food*: Prepare and donate excess food to Roti Bank branches. 2. *Volunteer*: Join Roti Bank as a volunteer to help with food collection, distribution, and other activities. 3. *Donate Funds*: Support Roti Bank financially to help them expand their reach and operations. 4. *Spread Awareness*: Share information about Roti Bank's mission and impact to inspire others to join the cause. 5. *Partner with Roti Bank*: Collaborate with your organization or business to support Roti Bank's initiatives. 6. *Donate Resources*: Provide vehicles, utensils, or other necessary resources to aid their operations. Every bit of support counts, and together we can make a significant difference in reducing hunger and food waste! 8799572994 #अखिल_भारतीय_रोटी_बैंक_ट्रस्ट #rotibankvaranasi #raushanroti #rotibankvns #AIRBT #HungerHeroes

This year has been a tough year on NGO's. We are seeing a huge increase in the need for services and a 40% decline in donor funding. Now there is talk of the suspension of LOTTO funding. Not that Matla A Bana has been particularly successful in obtaining funding from there, but other charities have and they will feel the impact. Many charities are fulfilling a need that the government cannot fulfil. What will be the impact of the closure of those charities? How can charities possibly survive in an economy that is not sympathetic to the need? What are the biggest challenges NGOs face today? With the need for services increasing so rapidly and NGOs simply not able to keep up, we do not see systemic change happening rapidly. Another challenge charities face is the fact that important role players – government, business and civil society – are not working not in sync with each other. And the biggest threat is the new trend of corporates in South Africa are setting up NGO’s in their own value chain rather than supporting charities in the field. Although there are some success stories, this approach is actually more self serving and the real need (300 000 registered charities who are doing impactful work) are still without funding. Of the more than R 10 billion spent on CSI, little of that is reaching the non-profit sector. In the past there has been great reliance on faith based organisations who s answered to the Biblical mandate of looking after the widows and the orphans and supporting NGO’s. This has also changed greatly with faith based organisations also now focussing inward. As we near the festive season, we at Matla A Bana know that many children will suffer rape and abuse during this time. We know that we cannot supply in the need for comfort packs, police support and creating child friendly environments as we should - not because we are not willing but because of the serious financial constraints making it impossible. We saw this same scenario in 2008 - but we managed to survive. We are also aware of many of our fellow warriors who are no longer able to deliver their services. Keep all of us in your prayers and we know that united we can make a difference. #MatlaABana #No2ChildRape #bethechange #childprotection

You can help Roti Bank in various ways: 1. *Donate Food*: Prepare and donate excess food to Roti Bank branches. 2. *Volunteer*: Join Roti Bank as a volunteer to help with food collection, distribution, and other activities. 3. *Donate Funds*: Support Roti Bank financially to help them expand their reach and operations. 4. *Spread Awareness*: Share information about Roti Bank's mission and impact to inspire others to join the cause. 5. *Partner with Roti Bank*: Collaborate with your organization or business to support Roti Bank's initiatives. 6. *Donate Resources*: Provide vehicles, utensils, or other necessary resources to aid their operations. Every bit of support counts, and together we can make a significant difference in reducing hunger and food waste! #Rotibankvaranasi Akhil Bhartiya Roti Bank Trust (All India Roti Bank Trust) #rotibankvns

Charity Spotlight: Partnering with Hope 4 to Bring Hope to Victims of Poverty, Crime, and Conflict 🌍   At SDG, we bridge the gap by connecting clients to charities like Hope 4, ensuring their contributions support the achievement of the 17 UN goals. This partnership is part of our ongoing commitment to supporting our clients' sustainable business growth.  As part of our Charity Spotlight series, we will be highlighting the incredible work our partner charities do.  Hope4❤️  is a charity dedicated to alleviating the effects of poverty, crime, and conflict. During a recent humanitarian mission, with our support, our client gathered essential supplies, including food boxes, a variety of clothing, and bedding, to provide comfort and warmth.    Together, we can create a better future by supporting sustainable development and humanitarian efforts.   #Hope4 #EndPoverty #FightCrime #StopConflict #SustainableDevelopment #SDGSolutions #CharityPartner #SDG #GlobalImpact #HumanitarianAid #CharitySpotlight #SustainabilityDepartment #SDGSolutions #BespokeSustainability #SustainabilitySupport #SDGImpact

BEING A B CORP MEANS MORE THAN JUST MAKING A PROFIT At Tricordant, our commitment to the planet and our stakeholders – staff, clients, and wider community are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment extends beyond business as usual. Through the Tricordant Foundation, we're making a difference in society by supporting charitable organisations that align with our values and mission. 🟠 Our Ethos: We believe that all people, regardless of background or status, deserve respect and support to fulfil their potential. That's why the Tricordant Foundation provides financial and professional support to beneficiaries in line with our core values. 🟠 Supporting Change: From aiding overseas refugees to combating loneliness in the elderly and addressing food poverty in the UK, our foundation works tirelessly to create positive change where it's needed most. 🟠 Social Commitment: We're not just about business – we're about impact. Tricordant donates a minimum of 10% of our profits to charity and provides pro bono services to organisations in need. It's all part of being a Certified B Corporation and our commitment to making a difference. Learn more about our impact and charitable work in our latest impact report, by visiting - https://lnkd.in/eRtPJaQa #BCorp #BCorpMonth #BCorpImpact #TricordantFoundation #BusinessforGood

🌙 This Ramadan embrace the spirit of generosity like never before with Donorbox Live™ Kiosk🕌 Ramadan is a time for deep reflection and generous giving. We understand that you want to focus on what truly matters - your faith and the act of giving itself. That's why Donorbox Live™ Kiosk blends seamlessly into your Ramadan observances, making it easier than ever to contribute. 🔹 On-Location Convenience: Positioned at your mosque, Donorbox Live Kiosk is accessible at every prayer session and gathering, making it an integral part of the spiritual journey. 🔹 Cash-Free Transactions: With the flexibility to accept cards and digital wallets, offer a convenient, secure way to fulfill obligations without the need for cash. 🔹 Ideal for Zaqat, Sadaqah, and Fitrana: Understanding the unique needs of Ramadan giving, the giving kiosk supports convenient, cashless contributions with just a tablet and a card reader, ensuring your generosity reaches where it's needed most. Embrace simplicity and convenience this Holy Month and focus on what truly matters - giving from the heart. Find out more about how Donorbox Live™ Kiosk can enrich your fundraising experience this Ramadan!→ https://ow.ly/YbTm50QNS1F #Ramadan #Generosity #Charity #Ummah

Scotiabank's Corporate Giving Program supports registered charities and nonprofit organizations that operate in countries where Scotiabank does business, including Canada. ScotiaRISE is Scotiabank’s ten-year, $500 million initiative to promote economic resilience among disadvantaged groups. ScotiaRISE will invest in three focus areas across the geographies where Scotiabank operates: increasing high school graduation and post-secondary participation, removing barriers to career advancement for disadvantaged groups, and helping newcomers feel at home faster, including fast-tracking the way to meaningful employment in order to support newcomers' contribution to the prosperity and social fabric of their communities. Types of support include program, capital, and research support. Disaster relief funding is also available. (Scotiabank also offers support through sponsorships and the Net-Zero Research Fund, which awards research grants for decarbonization efforts.) Call 516.410.4895, or email clolataylor@gmail.com for a free fee quote to have us write your entire proposal, or edit your draft, for a reasonable flat fee. https://lnkd.in/e7yFVr_w Bev Browning Holly Rustick

Australians are highly generous people. The Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) Aid Foundation report in 2022 identified Australians as the fourth most generous, out of 119 countries surveyed. At the heart of this is a theme of social change and our topic today. Charitable causes seem to be everywhere – from micro philanthropy from individuals using platforms like GoFundMe to large-scale global NFP brands like the International Committee of the Red Cross - ICRC or Amnesty International sweeping into disaster and war zones and asking for our support financially as on a more sustained basis through donation plans or even bequests. Weh Yeoh has a recently released book, 'Redundant Charities' where he challenges everything we thought we knew about the charity sector and presents a daring and personal exploration of the inherent flaws within today's charitable models with bold alternatives for creating lasting social change. At the heart of the book lies an audacious claim: Perhaps the most impactful action a charity can take...is to shut down. When he founded OIC Cambodia in 2012, there was not one local speech therapist in Cambodia, despite an estimated over 600,000 people needing speech therapy. Within four years, he handed off leadership to a predominantly local team because, with his decades of experience and expertise in the social sector, he knew it was the right thing to do to create real, sustainable change for the charity. As such, Weh wants more international charities to embrace the idea of redundancy. Pop us in your ears for a game-changing discussion on what the future of charities can become: https://lnkd.in/gdfGgTU2 #madeonZencastr #poe #podcaster #charities #NFPs #socialchange #freshideas #businessideas #bethechange #redundantcharities #sustainablegiving