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The Wirral Barn Owl Trust, founded in 1999, works to protect the declining barn owl population on the Wirral peninsula. After rising to 42 pairs by 2012, numbers have fallen again to 13 pairs, threatened by habitat loss and severe weather. Relying solely on donations, the Trust’s conservation efforts include installing nest boxes, monitoring owl activity, collaborating with farmers, and educating the public to secure a sustainable future for these iconic birds. In the latest round of Grants for Good, Wirral Barn Owl Trust has been granted £3,500 from John Good Group | Growing Businesses Together to help the charity with their current goal of replacing 25 damaged nest boxes with weather-resistant, eco-friendly boxes. Learn more: https://loom.ly/s9ZJcVY #GrantsForGood #FundingFriday

MLK Act of SERvice: Help us raise money for our Community Garden at Rochester Prep! Share and donate at the link below! add the promo code LIFTOFF at checkout and your donations will be doubled up to $50 for the next 7 days! We honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by fighting for Environmental justice! All produce grown will be distributed to students and families to help close the gap of access to healthy and nutritious foods! WHY: "Around 9% of Monroe County residents are living with food insecurities and nearly every city neighborhood is a food desert...Food deserts mean that people don't have easy access to grocery stores and affordable nutritious foods." "In the 2021 Racial and Structural Equity Commission Report, affordability and lack of access to fresh produce was deemed a factor of health disparities with Black and People of Color (BIPOC) communities in Rochester and Monroe County.The report also mentions that residents living with obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure frequently reference food access and cost as major challenges." https://lnkd.in/gitdu5Sk

Food Strong, a Cleveland nonprofit, has unveiled a 5-year plan to turn a vacant property into a thriving urban farm and community resource hub. The “Superior Farm Fix-Up” aims to tackle systemic food insecurity, create educational opportunities, and foster sustainability. This $6M project exemplifies the power of collaboration, with partnerships like Greater Cleveland Construction donating services. Want to be part of the change? Click the link below to learn more. #Sustainability #FoodJustice #UrbanFarming #NonprofitLeadership #ClevelandInnovation What’s your take on urban farming as a solution to food insecurity? Share your thoughts below!

Leading Firmrock Children Helper since 2016 has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life. We started by supporting vulnerable children in Migwani with education, clothing, and basic needs, while also running programs in farming, tree nurseries, counseling, and community development. But when the pandemic hit, things became tough. Despite all efforts to keep our children's care mission alive, the lack of donors and mounting requests from parents for school fees and other essentials became overwhelming. As much as it pained me, I had to make the difficult decision to shift our focus. Our last children's project, led by R.K. Brooks and others successful fundraiser, provided school uniforms for over 30 kids. It was a beautiful moment that reminded me of the power of community support. However, I realized we needed a more sustainable path moving forward. That’s why today, I’m excited to share our new direction: Firmrock Agri-Water Initiative. We're focusing on sustainable farming and water solutions for dry regions like Migwani. Agriculture is the backbone of our community, and access to water is a pressing need. With your help, we can make a real impact. Here’s where we need your support: - We need funds for farming tools, seeds, and irrigation equipment. - We are seeking partners to help us create long-term solutions for water scarcity. - Even if you can’t donate, a share of this post could connect us to those who can. While we currently don't have a website, you can see some of our past activities on YouTube through this link https://lnkd.in/dTfNJwpa. I hope these moments showcase the work we’ve done and our dedication to building a brighter future for our community. Thank you for standing with us on this journey. #AgricultureForChange #WaterSolutions #CommunityDevelopment #SupportLocalFarming #Firmrock

The Power of Giving Tuesday: Giving Tuesday, celebrated on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving, has grown into a global movement, igniting the spirit of generosity worldwide. It’s not just a day on the calendar—it's an opportunity to transform lives. Giving Tuesday is the beginning of a critical when donations can make all the difference. It’s a time when communities unite to support the causes they believe in, and nonprofits rally to fundraise for the crucial year ahead. We know there are many good causes, worthwhile organizations, problems to be solved, issues to address, and battles to fight. If you are passionate about cows, farmed animals, plant-based eating, and environmental issues relating to factory farming, we hope you will choose to support our nonprofit 501c3 rescue, the Tennessee Cow Rescue. (IRS 86-2953480) https://lnkd.in/ekkZGq7X

Last but definitely not least in our Colorado Gives Day spotlight: Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC) ⛰️ If you love Colorado’s great outdoors, you’re going to love what Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC) is all about. For nearly 40 years, VOC has been mobilizing thousands of volunteers to tackle projects that protect, restore and care for our state’s stunning natural spaces. From building trails to restoring wildlife habitats, they’re the boots-on-the-ground heroes keeping Colorado beautiful. But it’s more than just outdoor work — it’s about building a community that values stewardship and sustainability. VOC connects people to the land in meaningful ways, creating a ripple effect of care that benefits all of us (and future generations). We’re so proud to support VOC this Colorado Gives Day because protecting Colorado’s natural beauty is something we can all get behind. Ready to lend a hand? Every donation made now through December 10th counts toward the $1 million+ Incentive Fund. Donate here: https://lnkd.in/gY52S85F Let’s show some love to the trails, parks and wild spaces that make Colorado, well, Colorado. 💚🏔️ #ColoradoGivesDay #DoozyDonates #PowerTheFuture #sustainability #ColoradoTrails

I often hear from passionate folks that they don’t know how to have an impact on the issues that matter most to them. That they feel overwhelmed by obstacles and that their voice doesn’t make a difference. There are so many ways to raise your voice but the easiest, and sometimes most effective, is simply to donate to causes you care about. Your donations enable advocates on the ground to fight every day to make the world a better place. Giving enables doing. As you consider how to have an impact, I encourage you to consider some of my favorite nonprofits. They have all been vetted by me and I stand behind their mission and impact. Outdoor Alliance: OA is a nonpartisan coalition of human powered recreation nonprofits bringing the voices of bikers, paddlers, climbers, and hikers to national conservation policy. They have been central to some of the biggest national conservation and recreation wins of the last decade and are well positioned to defend public lands in the next administration. I am proud to serve on the board of directors and we are hosting a 1:1 $55K matching campaign this season. https://lnkd.in/gwevxQEa Western Resource Advocates: WRA works at the state level to craft conservation wins that exceed what is possible nationally. State-based conservation work is becoming increasingly more important, and I am proud to work for the Western Lands division of this great nonprofit. WRA is hosting a 1:1 $25K match this Colorado Gives Day  https://lnkd.in/g9vdd-Vg Boulder Climbing Community: BCC is the boots on the ground. They restore the trails, protect wildlife closures, keep poop out of our waterways, and deepen the credibility of climbers nationally. I volunteer with this organization and served on their board for six years.  https://lnkd.in/gEG6V4EX Community Food Share: This food bank supports my community and was integral to recovery after the Marshall Fire. While they are rad, I recommend giving to your local food bank. If you live in Boulder or Broomfield counties, this is your spot https://lnkd.in/gxWdyNyR Colorado Public Radio: CPR is committed to journalistic integrity. In an era overrun with for-profit news, they cut through the bullshit and hold government accountable. https://lnkd.in/g6fTuiJH Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains: My life was utterly transformed by Planned Parenthood of Greater New York. I will be forever grateful for the free and private access to birth control and medical help provided by this life saving organization. https://lnkd.in/gsR7aFvH The Women's Foundation of Colorado: WFCO directly supports countless local organizations improving the lives of women and families across Colorado. I support them because of their robust state policy program. If you like pay transparency or paid family medical leave, you have WFCO to thank. I volunteer with these folks. https://lnkd.in/ghgmWdM9

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🌳 GROW uses nature’s wonders to promote healing and resilience. Through gardening and plant care, children and families affected by trauma discover new ways to process emotions and develop life skills. Help us nurture these meaningful transformations—Donate now: https://lnkd.in/eqKwxxbc

To learn how to help strengthen philanthropic support for communities impacted by the wildfires in southern California, head to this resource page developed by United Philanthropy Forum: