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This month's nonprofit Spotlight is Community Services Clearinghouse: I got to sit down with Aubry Severe and learn about the ways this organization can help, and also hear about the impact they've already made. Here's what we discussed: Q. What is one thing you want our community to know about this organization? A. There is an on-site food pantry for elders, disabled, and individuals going through medical treatments. Q. How many were you able to help in 2023? A. *They helped 400 families a month with the food pantry *71,898 kids from Aug. 2023-May 2024 through the Meals for Kids Backpack program *142 schools in 7 counties Q. What brought you to this organization? A. Aubry first came as a volunteer for the holiday program for a few years then applied to become a caseworker, and is now the Director of Operations Q. What big events do you have coming up in 2024? A. *True Grit Ride/Run is coming up soon on June 22. The ride starts at 7am, and run starts at 7:30am. You can sign up at csclearinghouse.org *Meals for Kids Backpack program picks back up in August Q. How can we help? A. Pantry donations are always needed especially in the summer. Businesses can help by hosting food drives.

We love this piece in Nonprofit Quarterly that discusses the Child Clothing Crisis across the country and highlights Cradles to Crayons as a leader in addressing this issue. Check out the article to learn more about how you can support our mission and get involved in the conversation around Clothing Insecurity! https://hubs.li/Q02C7CsJ0

(An update for anyone interested in my son Charlie’s nonprofit, Pass the Bricks.) This momentum is amazing. The media coverage is definitely exciting: over 60 outlets in 10 countries, including last night’s segment on NBC Nightly News. But as I watch Charlie go on this journey, what strikes me most is the incredible outpouring of support he’s received. He's heard from hundreds of people - of all ages and life circumstances - who believe in his mission and just want to help. There are now “ambassadors” (what he’s calling the individuals, families, companies, schools, churches, etc. doing Pass the Bricks) in over 50 cities across the globe. And together they’re bringing “play” to thousands of kids. I’m so happy for him—yes, to have created something from scratch and to watch it scale, but especially because he gets to see first-hand a unique level of human kindness. For a teenager growing up in our chaotic, disconnected, cynical world, this is beyond meaningful. I know it will stay with him his entire life. If you’re still reading... 😉 THANK YOU, for all of the support so far and for spreading the word about Pass the Bricks. IF THE LI COMMUNITY WANTS TO HELP, Pass the Bricks still needs: -support from companies to help with cleaning, packaging, and shipping costs  -additional nonprofit partners (who can get Pass the Bricks sets to kids and families in need) -additional exposure to continue to spread the word THANK YOU AGAIN! https://lnkd.in/gGrvFPfp

One "yes" can create a generational ripple effect that impacts hundreds of lives. This is the vision of CarePortal and the mission of those who partner with this nonprofit — to change the lives of children and help redeem families through community involvement. Watch to see this ripple effect in action during the last episode of our three-part series, premiering on February 16. #communityimpact #generationalchange #nonprofitwork

Did you know that August 17th was National Nonprofit Day? At Plant Docs, we understand the transformative power of giving back. Whether it's promoting awareness, offering essential resources, or providing assistance to those in need, nonprofits are the backbone of a compassionate society. If you’ve ever volunteered, you know the profound impact these organizations have - not just on those they serve, but on the volunteers themselves. Together, we shape a brighter, healthier future for all. 🌟 Let's continue to support and celebrate the incredible work of nonprofits everywhere. What's your favorite way to give back? Leave it in the comments!

On Valentine's Day, we're showing the love for the nonprofit organizations we protect! 🥰 From churches to group homes to community action agencies — we CARE about insuring these organizations who are vital to the community. Agents, when it comes to your nonprofit and social services accounts, there's only one name to trust: https://lnkd.in/eK_qweuV #buildsuccess #nonprofitinsurance #socialservices #CPSCares

💡Did you know we publish a tailored monthly newsletter for nonprofits, including The Y (YMCA)? Don’t miss out on our latest issue, where we dive into Mental Health Awareness Month and provide a quick guide to corporate philanthropy for nonprofits: https://rebrand.ly/atxudw9

💭 Are you looking for ways to build greater relationships with your nonprofit partners? Exponent Philanthropy created a toolkit to help funders recognize the aspects of great relationships with their grantees, assess competencies, and consider ways to improve how to be in partnership. In this resource, you’ll also find tips and resources from other funders and nonprofits to develop your own action plan. Download this resource from the field ➡ https://bit.ly/3Zek2fz

This month at the Nonprofit Mission Focused Mixer we discussed the backbones of our nonprofit organizations, VOLUNTEERS! They donate a precious commodity, their time. We spent time talking about how staying mission-focused can help attract, retain, and engage volunteers for your organization. Here are five highlights from our mixer:     • Strategies for engaging volunteers, specifically the importance of understanding the organization's mission and needs.     • The importance of impact, helping others, and personal experiences as driving factors.     • The importance of effective engagement with volunteers.     • Best practices for fostering meaningful connections with volunteers.     • How to recognize and celebrate the impact of all volunteers within an organization. If you'd like to listen to the recording, simply send me a message.

SC&H Group's 2023 Community Impact Report is here! Working for a company that is truly invested in giving back has always been important to me, so this project feels particularly special. Proud to share that in 2023, we: - supported over 153 organizations - spent 5,959 hours volunteering - invested $1,060,251 into our communities Check out the report below to see what our collective impact looked like in 2023. https://hubs.ly/Q02l6fng0