Ellie Fund’s Post

Since joining Prosperity 24/7, I've come to realise that there's not much that brings us together like a good Love to Ride challenge. We managed to top our respective leaderboards in the recent May challenge, although Greener Kirkcaldy gave us an excellent run for our money. We got new people involved in the challenge, we saved an estimated 546lb CO2 through cycling instead of driving and as well as cheering on our usual stalwarts, I also discovered which colleagues will come through last thing on a Friday and undertake a round-the-island-cycle for the extra miles... Sure, winning is fun but what's really nice is to see the behaviour changes starting to take root in the segment of our company that aren't die-hard cyclists (and I include myself in that). Last September I noted that I'm a reluctant cyclist but I'm becoming less reluctant and more willing to do that commute by bicycle. I've also noticed our bike store becoming busier and less frequent cyclists populating the Love to Ride feed more often. That's no mean feat. As someone who deals with change while delivering projects, change isn't always easy to embed but I've always been a fan of gamification as motivation in the right settings. And one of those right settings will be Prosperity Day in September, when our colleagues and clients will compete for bragging rights but also for the much better reason of raising money for charity - this year, we're supporting Healing Waves UK and Jersey Hospice Care - two very deserving charities. So, if you want to do your part, why not sign up for or donate to the tenth Prosperity Day? https://lnkd.in/eFAaUGGf #Lovetoride #change #prosperityday #healingwaves #hospice #charity #cycling

TeeTime.org: A Golden Opportunity to Drive Charity and Golf Forward 🏌️♂️ TeeTime.org is not just a domain; it's a call to action in the flourishing world of golf, where passion meets purpose. As golf's popularity soars post-pandemic, TeeTime.org stands as a unique opportunity for an organization to lead the charge in marrying the sport with charitable endeavors. 🌟 The PGA Tour has raised a monumental $3 billion for various charities, including a remarkable $204 million in 2019 alone. This trajectory of exponential growth in charitable contributions showcases the immense power of golf as a force for non-profits and important charities. 💼 At $50,000, TeeTime.org is more than a digital asset; it's a platform to continue this legacy of generosity. It's an invitation to harness the ever-growing enthusiasm for golf to fuel philanthropic initiatives, making a lasting impact in communities and beyond. 🌍 Imagine being at the forefront of this noble union of sport and service. For organizations passionate about making a difference through golf, TeeTime.org is your tee-off point. ⛳️ Contact me at Fred@GeocentricMedia.com to discuss this acquisition, and drive forward a future where every swing counts for charity. TeeTime.org – Where Golf Meets Giving. #golf #charity #philanthropy #domains

Q: Is it possible for a Charitable Organization to issue a receipt for a hockey jersey autographed by an NHL player❓ A: Yes, a receipt can be issued if the charity can ascertain the fair market value of the jersey at the time of donation. However, if determining the fair market value is not feasible, the charity is unable to issue a receipt. ✔Visit our website to learn more: CharityLawGroup.ca #charity #receipt #organization #donation #bigcharitylawgroup

I'm always being asked questions by prospective not-for-profit clients about which structure is right for them. There are many advantages to going down the CIO route but there are plenty of other factors to consider - some of which I outline in this article.

💙 Time to Talk 💙 Talking about mental health isn’t easy but a conversation has the power to save lives. There should always be time to talk. Did you know 1 in 6 people in the UK report experiencing anxiety or depression each week. Here are some tips to consider when starting a conversation: 🔷 Ask open questions and really listen to the response 🔷 Have patience, it may take time and several conversations 🔷 Don’t try to fix or diagnose The more conversations we have around mental health the better. Support myself and the OneSource team as we do the Miles for Smiles challenge in February. Each of us will run, walk or cycle 30 miles in order to raise money for Mind. Our Go fund me page is linked below 💙 #timetotalk #milesforsmiles #conversations #mentalhealthawareness

The new Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) structure has brought new choices for charities. Rebecca Frost of Lovewell Blake’s Charities team explores whether your organisation should consider this route. To find out more about this topic, why not take a look at our latest article #LB1858 #CIO #Charities #Organisation #Charity

Communication is more than words, and the smiles on our faces demonstrate just how much we enjoyed being a part of Run Reigate on Sunday! Thank you so much to everyone who helped out: those behind the scenes who help events happen, the volunteers behind the stall, the choir members who sang, the people who came and talked to us, cheered us on or watched us sing, and last but not least, our fantastic running team in their tutus, rainbows and big foam hands. As a small charity, community fundraising efforts make a HUGE difference. We appreciate every bit of support and we love meeting you all at local events, especially one like Run Reigate which supports so many fantastic local charities. There is still time to donate to Include and our runners! Follow this link to see our fundraising progress: https://lnkd.in/e37hD62P #runreigate2024 #runreigate #runseries #runners #fundraising #charity #surrey #choir #speechandlanguagetherapy #inclusion #communication #community #supportlocal #thankyou [Image Description: A collage of four images from Run Reigate. Clockwise from top left: 1- The running team hold up their medals and smile. 2- CEO/ Founder Alix stands in front of the Include stall, wearing giant foam hands that say "Communication is more than words" and a rainbow tutu. 3- Two runners in rainbow tutus wear giant foam hands that say "Communication is more than words". 4- The Include Choir perform with a handmade 'Include' banner.]

Great article from Melanie May and UK Fundraising looking at the analysis by independent consultancy Broadstone of 2022 data from The Charity Commission which shows that UK charities hold about £31bn of assets in cash and considering whether charities should start investing - read more at https://ow.ly/JR2s50SbOyp #afcf #charityinvestments #fundraising

Super proud of an incredible achievement by my team 🤗🤗🤗 If anyone said being a sole practitioner you cannot pack a punch, well this says it all! My aim was to be the highest donating firm this year. Why? Why not. In a highly competitive market, everyone is so driven by chargeable hours and standing out to gain £££s for their firms. I get that on every level. However, supporting such Schemes does not mean quality of advice has to suffer. Nor does it mean it takes away time from paid work. If anything, it's getting people on that first step of talking about important matters and at the same time doing something good: donating to great causes! I'm an ambassador for sole practitioners out there. I went solo to help individuals, break from the norm and stand out. Think my team and I just proved that we can. Love my little team Colby Rhodes Diane Marsh Megan Grimes #WillAid #willwriting #solepractitioner #smallbusiness #bigdifference #charities

Some people take advantage of a company benefit that matches employee's charitable donations to support our Youth Mentoring Partnership, thus doubling their investment. Even if it's not our YMP, check to see if your company provides this benefit and consider taking advantage of this opportunity for a high impacting organization that resonates with you. YMP: Goals, Grit & Gratitude through Sport & Fitness Like Comment Share