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There are endless reasons to give your time and money to non-profits like Stone of Hope Youth. Just a few include helping build great communities, making us feel good when we give back, providing basic tangible needs for others, and sending a message to the world that you want to make a difference! It's scientifically proven to make you feel good when you give... Especially when your impact helps high school students graduate, creates 1st-generation college students, aids in ending generational poverty in families, provides social-emotional skills to youth, and creates a safe place for youth to belong instead of in gangs. That's a great feeling!  #givingback #community #charity #nonprofit #donate #giveback #volunteer #support #love #socialgood #philanthropy #dogood #help #donation #fundraiser #education #makeadifference #helpingothers #youthprogram #atriskyouth #volunteering #nonprofitorganization #change #ngo #causes #children #speakinglife #changinglives #hope #giving 

It is absolutely criminal that this amount of capital sits unused and held in these tax avoidance vehicles. This is capital raised off of the labor of working classes, stagnant wages, refusal to provide benefits such as health insurance, hyper-low tax rates for corporations, successful lobbying and campaign spending to destroy regulatory effectiveness, and dirty climate practices. To name a few things. Claw it all back, and let voters decide. For those unfamiliar, a Donor Adivsed Fund, or DAF, is an account that people can put assets into, and thereby avoid paying capital gains tax on those assets. If the asset is worth more than when they purchased it, they can deduct the current market value instead of the original cost. The donor can take a deduction for the year the money is moved into the fund, but is under no obligation to distribute it.

OUR PLEDGE: At Malik's Charitable Foundation, we are driven by a singular purpose: to transform the lives of underprivileged students in our community. We understand that circumstances should never define a child's potential, and we are committed to ensuring that every child has the chance to shine. Defining Our Impact: 1. Empowering Dreams. We are dream nurturers. Our programs empower underprivileged students to dream big, believe in themselves, and set audacious life goals. We stand beside them as they take their first steps toward realizing their dreams. 2. Academic Excellence: We are champions of education. Through the provision of essential resources, mentorship, and academic support, we foster a love for learning and academic achievement. 3. Building Resilience: We are builders of resilience. We instill in our students the confidence to face adversity, overcome challenges, and emerge stronger. We believe in their ability to conquer the world's hurdles. #donate #charity #foundation #givingtuesday

Many children in rural areas lack access to quality education, perpetuating a cycle of poverty and inequality. Join us in supporting rural children's education by donating today. Your contribution will provide them with the tools and resources they need to thrive academically and build a better future for themselves and their communities. Every donation, no matter how small, makes a significant impact. Whether it's funding school supplies, building classrooms, or sponsoring a child's education, your generosity will directly transform lives. Let's break down barriers and give every child the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Donate now and be a catalyst for change. #WorkingForABetterTomorrow! #donation #donate #charity #help #nonprofit #love #covid #support #community #fundraising #donations #giveback #volunteer #ngo #fundraiser #givingback #education #socialgood #children #dogood #makeadifference #philanthropy #change #hope #helpingothers #instagood #nonprofitorganization #volunteering

Great summary on the 2024 Giving USA report by the Giving USA Foundation today! Some good news around a stable philanthropic market place post pandemic. Giving was up overall by 1.9% in total current dollars in 2023 reaching an all-time high in current dollars at $557 Billion (giving was down close to 2% if you include inflation)! Individual giving increased in 2023 (after a couple years of decline) and bequests continue to see large growth (the great wealth transfer is happening). Overall, it is interesting to see Foundations and Public Society Benefit (mostly DAFs) organizations continue to see a larger and larger share of the total $557 Billion given away every year. #donoradvisedfunds #philanthropytech #charitablegiving #privatefoundations

"Children Absorb What They Experience 🌱 When children experience criticism, they learn to judge. When children experience hostility, they learn to combat. When children experience ridicule, they learn to be reserved. When children experience shame, they learn to harbor guilt. When children experience encouragement, they cultivate confidence. When children experience tolerance, they foster patience. When children experience praise, they nurture appreciation. When children experience acceptance, they discover love. When children experience approval, they learn self-appreciation. When children experience truth, they become honest. When children experience security, they foster faith in themselves and others. When children experience friendliness, they perceive the world as a welcoming place to inhabit. At Kalama, we believe in equipping our children with comprehensive skills, knowledge, and the Word of God, fostering a future of self-sustainability. We strive to create an environment where every child feels loved, cared for, and is empowered to dream. Let's shape a world where every child's experience is one of love, acceptance, and growth. 🕊🌍💡" #charity #nonprofit #donate #love #fundraising #community #support #help #volunteer #giveback #covid #donation #fundraiser #ngo #education #dogood #children #socialgood #givingback #donations #philanthropy #hope #instagood #change #family #makeadifference #charityevent #helpingothers #nonprofitorganization #volunteering

Many people view donating to nonprofit organizations or individuals in need as a way to help others, but research has also found that charitable giving is good for the giver. Individuals who donate to others report feeling happy, while charitable giving also makes us feel good about ourselves and others. Additionally, giving to others helps us find meaning and purpose while giving us a sense of connection to the world. Children who perform acts of kindness report a higher likelihood of social acceptance and academic achievement and develop empathy for others. Studies have found that even very young children are innately compassionate and giving. Additionally, members of Generation Z—nicknamed “Philanthroteens”—have even stronger feelings about giving as they are concerned with the planet and the world around them. 📖 Finish reading the benefits of student giving on the blog: https://bit.ly/3OaYTN5 #Students #Giving #EmpowerPotential #DoMathPayItForward

Continuing with our Donor Advised Fun(d) Fact Series, we wanted to share this statistic with you from the National Philanthropic Trust's “2023 Donor Advised Fund Report”. This data concerns grant making, or the act of distributing funds from your DAF to a charity or nonprofit. As the popularity of DAFs continues to grow, we saw grant making from DAF’s reach a record high last year, at $52.16 BILLION (up 9% from the previous year). We will continue to share more about Donor Advised Funds in the coming weeks, as we build toward the release of our new DAF resources. These will to support individuals, families, and wealth advisors interesting in learning how to maximize the impact (and meaning) of their DAF gifts. If you want to learn more about these upcoming resources, or generally stay current on all things Untraditional Philanthropy, sign up for our quarterly newsletter through the link here: https://lnkd.in/evyYvY8c. The untraditional thing about that, is that we only email you once a quarter #donor #advised #fund #DAF #FunFact #donoradvisedfunds #philanthropy #philanthropymatters #philanthropists #giving #forwardthinking #forwardtogether #charitablegiving #trust #trustbasedphilanthropy #familyphilanthropy

A quick history review regarding Donor Advised Funds: The first DAF was established nearly a century ago, in 1931, by the New York Community Trust and supported by John D. Rockefeller. This DAF was created to expand upon the work of community foundations. For example, the Cleveland Foundation was the world's first community foundation--founded in 1916--and is one of the world's largest community foundations today.    Community foundations pool funds donated by a variety of individuals and groups and make grants at the discretion of foundation directors. Alternatively, DAFs were created to allow individual donors much more control over which organizations were funded, and at what levels. Today, DAFs are hosted by a range of sponsoring institutions - including community foundations, universities, hospitals, financial firms and religious institutions. Check back in later this week to learn about how large DAF accounts typically are, and if one makes sense for you as a donor. If you are a donor-advised fund account holder or are thinking about creating your own personal or family giving plan, send us a message. If you're interested in keeping up with our latest news and resources, sign up for our newsletter at the link here: https://lnkd.in/evyYvY8c. The untraditional thing is that we will only email you once a quarter. #history #donor #advised #fund #accountable #giving #generosity #community #untraditional #philanthropy #donoradvisedfund #donoradvisedfunds #plannedgiving #givingplan Thanks to the National Philanthropic Trust for the data cited below. Their full report can be found here: https://shorturl.at/hBRX6.

Today is National Philanthropy Day. Whether you give of your "time, talent or treasure," you too, can be a philanthropist. The nonprofit sector is comprised of more than 1.5 million charities in the U.S. with another 8.5 million globally. These nonprofits crucially fill societal needs in the areas of education, research, policy development, social services, arts and culture and others to ensure a compassionate, vibrant society. According to studies, nonprofits account for approximately $2.62 trillion or about 5.7% of the U.S. GDP. When you philanthropically support a nonprofit organization, you answer a critical need, contribute to the betterment of society and the economic stability of our Nation. Act philanthropically today and every day! #philanthropy #nationalphilanthropyday