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Empowering Children Through Education: 𝑾𝒆 𝒏𝒆𝒆𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒉𝒆𝒍𝒑! Are you passionate about supporting children’s education? At Spreading Smiles, we're dedicated to helping every child reach their full potential and discover their unique talents. Explore our exciting events at SpreadingSmileswa.org and on our social media platforms linked in the comment below. Your involvement matters! Whether through donations, spreading the word, or volunteering, you can make a difference. Let's create a brighter future together. 𝑯𝒐𝒘 𝑪𝒂𝒏 𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝑴𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝒂 𝑫𝒊𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 ? Your support matters! Here’s how you can make a difference: 𝑫𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒆: Support organizations offering educational opportunities, funding infrastructure, teacher training, and scholarships. 𝑺𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒅: Raise awareness about Spreading Smiles and encourage children to take part in our events. 𝑺𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒐𝒓 𝑶𝒖𝒓 𝑬𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔: Help us create more meaningful events by ensuring they are not only possible but also memorable and impactful! 

One of the best things you’ll see today. Not only is this heartwarming, life changing and impactful but for those on this platform it helps to remind us to shift our paradigm. Ask better questions to get better answers from those your solution, product or service will be used by. #Engineer a better world. In this case the students asked people who hardly, if ever are asked “what would help you?” Then built what THEY needed. Not what they thought people needed. As students many of them did not understand problems faced by the homeless as intimately as those who it was a lived experience. Build a solution to the problem designed by people who know what the purview is. Don’t build a solution looking for a problem. My engineer grandfather would love the fact that my daughter is likely the only kid in her daycare who knows the Kettering quote “a problem well stated is a problem half solved.” #engineerlove #engineerkindness #solveproblems #blockbyblock #seepeople #kindnessfirst #universalbasicdignity If your company or you personally are interested in helping to sponsor or in building these to deploy in cities across the United States please reach out as we are hoping to deploy bus fulls of hope.

The Toy Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Association, is a unifying force for good in our industry, and Anthony Trani, CEO of Elenco Electronics, Inc., put it best in this recent interview: "What better way for companies in an industry to come together than in making a difference to those in need?" #toyfoundation #toyindustry

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What began as a simple Christmas program to help school children over the holidays has blossomed into something extraordinary. Community for Kids (C4K) is now a year-round lifeline, offering support through food drives, a Birthday Present Program, the Backpack Program, and so much more to those who need it most. For 7 amazing years, 400 Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Ltd and Barrie Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Ltd. have proudly partnered with C4K to ensure local students, who face financial hardships, are equipped with backpacks full of school supplies – setting them up for success from day one. This incredible initiative, known as CRAM THE RAM, is the sole driver behind C4K’s ability to keep this program alive. When this effort started 7 years ago, the goal was to fill 50 backpacks. Fast forward to 2024, and we’ve not only surpassed that but filled 217 backpacks this year alone, bringing our total to an astounding 1,053 backpacks since the program's inception. Yet, every year, the need grows as more families find themselves in financial crisis. It’s true what they say – it takes a village to raise a child, and we’re beyond grateful for our community partners who stepped up in such a big way this year: · The Barrie BayCats dedicated a whole night to the drive, filling an entire pickup truck with supplies. ·  LME, the incredible networking group, and The Barrie Jeep Club both hosted donation events that made a huge impact. · South End Walmart’s management team and TPH in Barrie offered 50% off backpacks, helping us stretch our funds even further to support more students. We couldn’t do it without this amazing community. Every backpack represents a child ready to take on the school year with confidence, and together, we’re making sure no one is left behind. https://community4kids.ca/ #ittakesavillage #CommunityFirst #CommunitySupport #TransformingLives #ThankYou #BarrieChrysler #400Chrysler #Chrysler #HopeInAction

People often ask, “What does Anike Foundation Inc do?” This one-minute clip captures the essence of our work. Take a look! #AnikeFoundation #EducationForAll #EmpowermentThroughEducation #GlobalImpact #NonProfitWork #EducationMatters #CommunitySupport #InspireChange #WatchNow #OurMission https://lnkd.in/gpmkqMxz

Thank you Mrs Still for your testimony relating to The S.T.A.R. (SMART TALENTED AWESOME RESPECTED) Program! Who is the Program for? 1. Those who compare themselves to others 2. Those with low (or too high) self esteem 3. Those who feel they ae not educated enough to make a positive difference in their lives and the world. The program is designed to benefit individuals in their early teens to Baby Boomers, students, seasoned professionals, and even stay-at-home moms/dads. Why? Because people of all ages are hurting and need a "positive New Normal." This program is self-paced, easy to comprehend, and created for individual use or in group settings. The program makes an excellent resource for personal/professional development. It also serves well as a resource for organizations that desire to improve the quality of life for the people they employ. You can take advantage of this online program that is transforming lives! Or you can make a donation so other young people or older adults will be blessed by your giving.

Read about Blindness philosophy in this month's Braille Monitor--our flagship publication discussing blindness philosophy, accessible #Technology, and issues central to the lives of blind Americans. In the May issue, you'll find articles about how to make recreational activities accessible, pathways to vocational success, and our Give 25 Drive #Fundraiser. #A11y #DisabilityRights

At GRM, we believe that making a meaningful impact often lies in the little things that might seem small or ignorable to many. Recently, we had the privilege of donating ceiling fans to multiple schools, ensuring that every child can learn in a comfortable environment. The event was graced by our esteemed Founder and Ex-Chairman, Mr. Hukam Chand Garg, whose vision continues to inspire us. His presence was a testament to the values we hold dear – that of giving back to our community and focusing on the finer details that contribute to a brighter future. We know firsthand the importance of a conducive learning environment and the profound impact it can have on a child's ability to focus, learn, and dream bigger. It's these seemingly small contributions that can have a massive impact – much like the butterfly effect. It’s not just the grand gestures that matter, but also the everyday comforts and logistics that make a school a true haven for learning. Together, let’s continue to support education not only by infrastructure but also by ensuring that these spaces are accessible, joyful, and encouraging. It’s the collective effort of addressing both the big and small needs that truly builds the foundation for future generations. #BuildingFutures #CommunitySupport #EducationForAll #GRMOverseas #SmallGesturesBigImpact #ChildhoodEducation #ComfortInLearning #GivingBack

Navigating the transition back to school after the summer holidays can be challenging for both children and parents. Here are some top tips to help make the process smoother: 1. Establish a Routine Early Gradual Adjustment: Start adjusting bedtimes and wake-up times a week or two before school starts. Downtime from technology: Establish times for gadgets to enable them to get use to less time on technology and try read at bedtime to start to establish a pattern in preparation for school. 2. Open Communication Discuss Expectations: Talk to your children about what to expect in the new school year. Address Concerns: Encourage them to share any worries or excitement they might have speak positively about school and the new things they will learn this year. 3. Organise School Supplies Together Shopping Involvement: Involve your children in shopping for school supplies to build excitement and ownership. Label Everything: Ensure all items are labelled with your child’s name. Organise school items: the night before to have ready for the next morning and get your child in a routine of doing this themselves so they keep organised and it creates less chaos in the mornings. 4. Stay Flexible and Patient Adjustments: Be prepared to make adjustments as needed, especially in the first few weeks. Support: Offer continuous support and encouragement to ease the transition. Implementing these tips can help create a smoother transition back to school, fostering a positive start to the new academic year for both parents and children. #support #nationallottery #hereforyou #charity #familysupport #heretolisten #advice #community #broxbourne #hertfordshire #HenrySmith