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📝 We’re 1 week away from Giving Tuesday! What’s your #GivingTuesday plan? Here are a few ways you can find charities and organizations that support causes you care about: 🔹 Identify causes you're passionate about (e.g., education, healthcare, literacy) and search for charities that focus on those areas 🔹 Ask your church, friends, and/or family about organizations they love 🔹 Use an online tool like Charity Navigator or GuideStar to explore vetted charities 🔹 Look for nonprofits in your area through community boards, local government websites, or neighborhood groups 🔹 Make sure you can access your OneGive account, and make a plan to contribute to a donor-advised fund: https://bit.ly/3Zim91g (If you have any questions, be sure to contact your advisor.) Which charities or organizations will you be supporting?

Small charities are struggling more than ever. Holding Space is no exception. Our work is crucial to the parents and carers of East Sussex, but if things continue as they are we may not be here in 2025 to meet the needs of our local community. And to meet the needs of our local community, we need our community to help us. Funding opportunities are shrinking, while the number of small charities needing support is increasing. We rely on donations, we rely on volunteers. We’re vulnerable. There are so many fantastic ways that small charities can be supported by their community. But it has to come from people. People who want to make a difference, a tangible difference. People who are willing to… 💜Volunteer their time 💜Encourage their employer to get involved 💜Set up a monthly donation 💜Start a fundraiser 💜Share and like our social media posts The reality is this. If you’ve ever felt alone, unsupported, lost, or not listened to as a parent, Holding Space has the Parent Peer Support volunteers to make sure you’re not alone. To give you the tools to get through the tough times. Every parent and carer deserves that. Help us to continue delivering this work in our local community. #smallcharities #charityfunding #fundraising

Despite the cost-of-living crisis and budget cuts, we’ve continued to see the incredible resilience of the charity sector this year, as supporters still find meaningful ways to give. Drawing upon our latest state of the sector report, here are the top five ways people are giving to charity: 1️⃣ Regular giving – steady, reliable contributions have grown, with innovative campaigns helping charities engage supporters for the long-term 2️⃣ High-value giving – a standout trend, with philanthropic donations fueling significant impact 3️⃣ Legacy donations – thoughtful planning is driving growth in legacy giving, ensuring future sustainability 4️⃣ Community fundraising – local communities are rallying together, embracing in-person and virtual events to make a difference 5️⃣ In-memory giving – honouring loved ones continues to be a powerful, personal way to support causes This #GivingTuesday and #Give5Day, during #UKCharityWeek, let's all consider five ways we can give back to charities – whether it’s time, money, skills, goods or a voice to spread awareness. Every act of generosity strengthens our communities 🤗 💡 Want to understand how your charity is performing against the sector or identify new opportunities to grow? Dive into the full insights from our state of the sector report: https://lnkd.in/eHQsuEiV

At Servicing Pros, we believe that giving back is not just a one-day effort but an ongoing commitment to our community and the causes we care about. That’s why we donate to the causes our clients and employees are passionate about, as well as local organizations where we actively participate. Here are a few practical ways you can join the movement today: ✅ Donate Smartly: Research organizations that align with your values. Websites like Charity Navigator or GuideStar can help ensure your contributions make an impact. ✅ Give Your Time: Volunteering is a powerful way to contribute. Local food banks, shelters, and schools often need extra hands. ✅ Spread the Word: Not everyone can give today, but raising awareness about causes close to your heart can inspire others to get involved. ✅ Support Locally: Small businesses and local charities often have the greatest need. Your support can have an outsized impact in your own community. This Giving Tuesday, we encourage our network to join us in making generosity a habit, not just a holiday. How are you giving back today? #ServicingPros #loanservicing #fundadministration #fundaccounting #privatelending #privatelenders #hardmoney #GivingTuesday #CommunityImpact #Generosity

🎄 While we focus on spreading joy through gifts, let’s not forget the spirit of generosity that defines this season. In 2023, Americans donated $499 billion to charities, with a significant portion contributed during the holiday season. Local food banks, toy drives, and charity organizations report an increase in demand during December, underscoring the importance of giving back. 💡 How can we make this season more meaningful? Consider allocating a portion of your holiday budget to support local charities or families in need. Explore creative ways to give, like organizing toy drives or volunteering time to community initiatives. The holidays are about more than spending—they’re about sharing. What are your favorite ways to give back during this time of year? Let’s discuss in the comments! #HolidaySeason #Christmas2024 #Charity #GivingBack #HolidaySpending

Legacy Giving: Love It 😍 or Hate It 😡 ? We have heard it all in our combined 40+ years ( 😬 ) working in the sector and Legacy Giving has always been something that can divide opinion. For many #SmallButMighty charities, having a robust legacy strategy can be transformative. Yet, many actively avoid legacies. Why? Lack of resources Limited knowledge Discomfort with 'the talk' Fear of alienating donors Overwhelm at the complexity So let's open up: Do you love the potential of legacy giving? Or do you dread the very thought of it? What's your biggest challenge or fear? Share your thoughts in the comments. Your experience could help fellow fundraisers overcome their hesitations and potentially secure their charity's future. Allicia Maclean Amy (Muyi) Liu Emese Budai Emma Low Emma-Louise Singh MCIOF(AdvDip) #LegacyGiving #SmallCharities #FundraisingRealities #NonprofitChallenges #WeLoveSmallCharities #SecureYourFuture #SustainableImpact #FundraisingStrategy #NovaFundraising #LegacyFundraising #IfNotNowThenWhen

Did you know that the 2024 deadline to donate has been extended? Due to the challenges faced by nonprofits during the postal strike, donations made until February 28th 2025 can now count towards your 2024 tax return!     This means there is still time to help us achieve our goal of $7000 for wellness and exercise equipment for folks in our Residential Program. We're already 77% of the way there, and with an additional 36 more days to reach our goal we're hopeful we can achieve it! But we need your support. 💪 While these funds will already make a huge impact for our clients, reaching our goal will allow us to take our efforts to the next level.🧡    If 11 community members each donate $150, we’ll hit our goal! 🎉    If you're not in a position to donate right now, that’s okay too- please consider sharing this post with your network. Your voice can inspire others to get involved!    🫶To donate scan the QR code or visit: https://lnkd.in/eEjT2YQ5   📌To learn more about the deadline extension please visit: https://lnkd.in/dU3VJg5g    #ItTakesACommunity #HopeInHealing #AddictionRecovery #GuelphNonprofits

UK Charity Giving Insights A recent survey by Muntada Aid reveals fascinating insights into how and why the UK supports charities. Here’s what we’ve learned: ➡️ Younger generations (under 35) are leading the way in supporting emergency causes like wars and famine, with 28% prioritizing urgent international aid compared to 18% of those over 45. ➡️ 11% of the UK plans to donate more to charities this year than ever before! This data underscores the evolving motivations behind giving and highlights the incredible generosity across all age groups. 🌟 Whether you're a charity looking to connect with donors or a fundraiser inspired by these trends, there’s never been a better time to get involved. #CharityGiving #Generosity #UKFundraising #BambooFundraising

We’ve surveyed top donors and asked them what they were looking for from their interaction with charities. Three major themes emerged: Information Engagement Networking Of course, every donor is different and places different emphasis on each of these but, in general, the larger the gift the more important all 3 elements were to donors. So what does this look like in reality? We’ve shared a few examples in the slides but the full list is in our blog: https://lnkd.in/ew8vxd8M And if you come away from that feeling like you need a rethink, our Major Donor Scorecard is a FREE health check for your programme. #majordonorfundraising #majordonorfundraiser #charityfundraiser #charityfundraising

Giving Tuesday allows us to shift the focus from buying to giving, and to support the organizations and causes that make a positive impact in our communities. It's a day to donate to your favorite charity, volunteer your time, or simply spread the word about the good work that these organizations do. It's a reminder that we can all make a difference, no matter how small our contribution may be. So, if you're looking for a way to give back this holiday season, consider participating in Giving Tuesday and supporting the causes that matter to you. Did you know you can include charitable giving in your estate plan? Contact us to find out how. Contact us today to get started ▶️https://lnkd.in/evZP8pGX #meneseslawfirm #MAestateplanningattorney #MApersonalfamilylawyer #estateplan #willsandtrusts #healthcaredirectives #powerofattorney #assetprotection #kidsprotectionplan #familylegacy