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Investing in Your Community: Get Returns You Didn’t Expect Supporting local initiatives can yield unexpected returns. We explore how small investments in community projects—like cookie sales or lemonade stands—can offer more than just goodwill. Discover the potential for equity and growth while nurturing the future of your neighborhood. #CommunityInvestment #LocalSupport #Philanthropy #InvestForEquity #SocialImpact #NeighborhoodGrowth #SustainableInvesting #CommunityBuilding #SmallBusinessSupport #FutureLeaders

Take a look at the latest issue of Front Porch Communities Foundation's newsletter! You can find stories of generosity from throughout Front Porch's communities and programs as well as information about the Circle of Friends fund and a teaser about this year's Celtic Cup Golf Tournament - with sponsorship opportunities still available. #cultureofgiving #generosity #newsletter

A New Year, A Renewed Call to Give Together As we step into 2025, we’ve already been reminded of the power and importance of community. The recent tragedies in New Orleans and Los Angeles have jolted us collectively, reminding us how fragile life is and how much stronger we are when we come together. In moments like these, philanthropy isn’t just about individual action—it’s about collective giving. When we pool our resources, we multiply our impact, ensuring that communities receive the support they need to heal and rebuild. If you’re looking for ways to contribute, consider giving to trusted community foundations: ➡️ Greater New Orleans Foundation (supporting relief efforts in New Orleans) ➡️ California Community Foundation (addressing critical needs in Los Angeles) #BlackBridgePhilanthropic #CollectiveGiving #CommunityImpact #Philanthropy #NewYearNewImpact #pooledfunds #Collaboration

#MondayMotivation - Successful major gift officers are direct and persistent. They understand that challenges are part of the role, and not everyone will immediately recognize the significance of philanthropic giving to their cause or nonprofit mission. They are courageous and willing to take the lead when others hesitate, and they are comfortable addressing conflicts when opinions differ. It's not always easy, but their commitment to their organization's mission gives them the strength to navigate these situations. #beforthright #healthphilanthropy #philanthropy #healthgiving #majorgifts #majorgiftofficers

This month's nonprofit Spotlight is Habitat for Humanity: I got to sit down with Berkeley Donnelly and learn about the ways this organization can help, and also hear about the impact they've already made. Here's what we discussed: Q. What is one thing you want our community to know about this organization? A. ReStore. It's a store where the community can shop for furniture, household items, and building supplies. They also accept donations for these items as well so when you are decluttering or reorganizing the house and have some extra items you no longer need, please think of ReStore. Q. How many were you able to help in 2023? A. They built one 1,200sqft home for a family of 6. Kids were ages 6mo to 9yrs. Q. What brought you to this organization? A. God. Berkeley was a new single mom working at several different part time jobs when God lead her here. She was the last interview of the day, got the job, and has now been here for 5 years and loving the job. Q. What big events do you have coming up in 2024? A. They are working on 3 home projects this year and recently purchased 2 more lots for 2025. Q. How can we help? A. Spread the word! The organization struggled through Covid and are now finally picking back up again.

How might we deepen our listening skills and learn new ways to listen well and shift power? Check out our free, virtual HERE to Listen Flipcards to support #foundations with building practices around listening and #feedback. Our deck offers grantmakers and others in the philanthropic sector a suite of practices, examples, and prompts to foster reflection and encourage discussion. Download the deck here: bit.ly/ProInspireH2Lcards #ToolTuesday #listeningpractices #philanthropy

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Tis the season for gratitude and community engagement, reflecting on ways to give back to our communities and beyond. Here are some impactful initiatives I was able to participate in this year: Re Launched Our Neighborhood Association: Collaborating with a few neighbors, we re-launched a 90-year-old association that was dormant. This required drafting new bylaws, collecting dues and establishing a new entity on our own dime and time (thank you Chatgpt for that bylaws draft!). We now host quarterly events, combat detrimental development projects, and have a visible improvement in neighborhood relations. Recent highlights include a block party, welcoming 250 attendees, 1,000+ trick-or-treaters, and a monthly newsletter on local updates and historical insights. In addition to having formal community activities, our focus is on enhancing security measures and adding street improvements to benefit the neighborhood experience. - **The Affordability Project:** Contributing as a board member and donor, we are constructing over 100 affordable housing units in San Francisco for essential workers such as firefighters, law enforcement officers, healthcare professionals, and educators, ensuring access to quality housing at below market rates. This is the first non profit project of its kind. https://lnkd.in/gsduS9bM - **San Francisco Parks Alliance:** Regular visits to the park with my family led me to support the Alliance's initiatives. By riding bikes and enjoying park outings, I recognized the importance of preservation. Furthermore, a generous donor matching program incentivized contributions, amplifying the impact of donations for park maintenance and enhancement. https://lnkd.in/gWfsikgP Instead of complaining, I decided to take action and while these efforts are time consuming, the rewards of new friendships and seeing dollars at work are priceless. #CommunityEngagement #Gratitude #ImpactfulGiving

Caring is personal, and so is giving. When you give to ChrianaCare, you provide your neighbors with the best care. Please consider a gift of care to ChristianaCare. Learn more about giving options here: https://ow.ly/u3gv50UsC14 #philanthropy #givingback #LoveOfHealth

To make a lasting difference, family philanthropy is increasingly guided by mission, programming and community needs. Check out the latest NCFP Trends 2025 benchmark survey to learn more about how families approach collective giving—and let's connect to review your giving strategy. #philanthropy #giving