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In this week’s Avalon Consulting Group dispatch, learn how we’re helping our team focus on high-value work. You will also find client success, nonprofit KPIs, growth mindset, a special film screening, and more. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/grQfRd_R #nonprofitfundraising #nonprofitconsulting #deepwork

The holidays are almost here. This means guests will be arriving soon and some may stay overnight. Here are 3 areas you can prepare before they arrive. Guest Bed: Add a fresh set of sheets to your guest bed. Place additional pillows and blankets in the room for extra comfort. A bottle of water is a nice touch. Towels: Have extra towels handy along with key hygiene items that guests may have forgotten. You can place a nightlight in the bathroom to assist those who are not familiar with your home. Food: Stock up the pantry and fridge with a variety of snacks and beverages. Make sure you verify if they have any allergies before you purchase. If you need assistance getting organized, unpacking, or preparing for a move, book your FREE consultation today. #holiday #guests #declutter #purge #donate #organizingpro #homeorganizer #houstonhomeorganizer #professionalorganizerhouston #hireaprofessionalorganizer #blackprofessionalorganizers #womenowned #NABPO #NAPO #NAPOHouston #Texas #harriscounty #montgomerycounty #galvestoncounty #iOrganize #YouMatter2Us #fyp #foryou https://lnkd.in/gJ2Bhic8

healthy food is so essential

PLANT POWERED LITTLE PEOPLE (PLANT-BASED DIETS FOR CHILDREN) Join us on Thursday 8th February 2024 (7pm-8pm GMT) for this FREE CPD/ CME accredited webinar with Paula Hallam, Registered Paediatric Dietitian Register for free here: https://lnkd.in/e6wPu_Z2 The participant will learn how to plan a nutritionally balanced plant-based diet for infants & young children under the age of 5 with an emphasis on priority nutrients for this age group & supplements that may be recommended. The presentation will also include practical examples of how to provide these priority nutrients as well as strategies for managing common nutrition challenges faced by carers of toddlers. What will I learn from this webinar? 1. Understand how plant based nutrition can support children’s growth 2. Learn about priority nutrients for infants and young children and how to provide them from plant-based foods 3. Consider the evidence around supplements when planning plant based meal plans for young children 4. Case study to illustrate practical application of nutrition advice CPD Accredited by the CPD Certification Service for 1 CPD hour and CME accredited for the LM MOC. Recordings for our Members Only. Tag a friend/ colleague who might like to attend below. #vegankids #plantbaseddiet #plantbasedkids #veganuary #pediatricnutrition #dietitians #pbhpuk

#FoodAllergies affect 33 million Americans, which is nuts! Imagine the impact if every person with food allergies donated just $5 to research. We could raise a staggering $165 million to fund more crucial scientific research for better treatments and a cure. Join us in our #thisisnuts challenge to help reverse these stats and turn allergies upside down! To join the challenge, post a picture of yourself, your kids, pets, or a group doing a headstand, handstand, or anything upside down. Tag @foodallergyfund and use the #thisisnuts hashtag. Spread the word, and please consider donating at https://lnkd.in/eH4E6eks. #health #challenge #July4th #research

PLANT POWERED LITTLE PEOPLE (PLANT-BASED DIETS FOR CHILDREN) Join us on Thursday 8th February 2024 (7pm-8pm GMT) for this FREE CPD/ CME accredited webinar with Paula Hallam, Registered Paediatric Dietitian Register for free here: https://lnkd.in/evQA-mR6 The participant will learn how to plan a nutritionally balanced plant-based diet for infants & young children under the age of 5 with an emphasis on priority nutrients for this age group & supplements that may be recommended. The presentation will also include practical examples of how to provide these priority nutrients as well as strategies for managing common nutrition challenges faced by carers of toddlers. What will I learn from this webinar? 1. Understand how plant based nutrition can support children’s growth 2. Learn about priority nutrients for infants and young children and how to provide them from plant-based foods 3. Consider the evidence around supplements when planning plant based meal plans for young children 4. Case study to illustrate practical application of nutrition advice CPD Accredited by the CPD Certification Service for 1 CPD hour and CME accredited for the LM MOC. Recordings for our Members Only. Tag a friend/ colleague who might like to attend below. #vegankids #plantbaseddiet #plantbasedkids #veganuary #pediatricnutrition #dietitians #pbhpuk

Did you know that the month of September is Hunger Action Month and September 14th specifically is "Food as Medicine Day"?  That's why I want to share something personal with you today. My nephew Charlie is an amazing, intelligent, sweet and creative boy. I enjoy spending time with him and he's such a good friend to Colin. Charlie was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. Through his family, I've learned much more about Celiac and watching their journey has made me profoundly grateful for the resources his family has to ensure he gets the right nutrition. His diet isn’t just about food; it’s about his well-being and future. Unfortunately, not every family is as fortunate. Many individuals are struggling with similar dietary restrictions due to food allergies, celiac disease, hypertension, heart disease, and high blood pressure, but they lack the means to access the foods that are essential for their health. This is where Food Equality Initiative, Inc. (FEI) steps in. FEI is a beacon of hope for those who face these challenges without adequate support. They are dedicated to making sure that folks living in the Kansas City area, regardless of their financial situation, can use food as medicine. They provide access to safe, nutritious foods for people who are often overlooked, ensuring that dietary needs are met and health is not compromised. Additionally, they partner with other organizations and researchers to improve our knowledge of the connections between food and health. Imagine a single mother who wants nothing more than to keep her child safe and healthy, but struggles to afford the special foods required for a severe food allergy. Or think of an elderly couple, managing heart disease, who can’t afford the fresh produce and low-sodium options they desperately need. FEI is there to bridge that gap, to ensure that no one has to choose between their health and their budget. Your support can transform lives. By donating to the Food Equality Initiative, you help provide the vital resources and support that individuals and families need to manage their health through proper nutrition. You become part of a community dedicated to ensuring that no one is left behind in their struggle for a healthier life. Please consider making a donation today using this link:  https://lnkd.in/gNSxewXx Your generosity can bring hope and relief to those who need it most, and it will make a tangible difference in their lives. Together, we can ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their financial situation. And to add a bit of levity - I'm competing with my fellow board members. I'd love to brag about my network through your support. Thank you for your compassion and for standing with those in need.

Some really important food messaging in here for consumers, and especially for those with food hypersensitivity. Please spread the word. #foodstandards, #foodsafety, #publicprotection

MBS Accounting Technology & Advisory - we think these numbers are interesting ... unless you have allergies, then they are something you might know intuitively! Having the right information, and accurate metrics can help you make better decisions! #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinesssupport #shopsmallbusiness #supportsmallbusinesses #smallbusinesses #smallbusinessowners #ai #nonprofit #nonprofits #nfp #nonforprofits #organizations #fromambiguitytoimpact #executivedirector #nonpforprofit #MBSATA #hireafirm #mbsata

Friends and colleagues, We all have likely had a foodborne illness where we didn't seek medical care and thankfully the illness resolved. Many of us, as food safety professionals, can likely point to where we got the contaminated food from as well (and tell you how). Many consumers (and many we know) don't just get an illness that resolved but they get a foodborne disease (where they seek medical treatment) and have lifelong debilitation or they die from the disease. We all have heard the stats, that the CDC estimates that 48 million people get sick, 128,000 are hospitalized, and 3,000 die from foodborne diseases each year in the United States. However, if you want to know an actual number of cases of disease from foodborne disease outbreaks (the most current number of reported cases in the United States is from 2022 which is only a snapshot of multistate outbreaks that are reported), there were 2,094 outbreaks, 45,500 illnesses, 868 hospitalizations, and 61 deaths in 2022. You can track these back to 1993 here: https://lnkd.in/egMFJDT9 The only way to prevent most foodborne diseases is either by avoidance (like I do for foods with peanuts) or stopping the physical, chemical, or biological adulteration of the food. This is why all of us in the government, academia, industry, trade groups, publishers, food safefy product and service suppliers, and non profits work together in this profession to stop foodborne diseases, and why we all support the mission of Stop Foodborne Illness. Show you support as a food safety professional by donating. https://lnkd.in/eWPduaZq