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Why do your volunteers chose to give back to your organization? In this The Associated Press article, a diverse group of volunteers discuss why they chose to give back, and why they think others chose not to serve: https://lnkd.in/ghX999q3 #Associations #VolunteerManagement #BarAssociations

It's National Volunteer Week! Whether they’re lending a helping hand at a food bank, cleaning up trash from local neighborhoods, mentoring youth, or helping build shelters for those in need, every contribution matters.✨ Many of our partners are #nonprofits that rely on volunteers to help achieve their mission. Others are #CSR professionals who are responsible for encouraging, engaging and mobilizing employees to take action. Celebrate and acknowledge your #volunteers. Did you know? 🤔 - Over 1 billion people volunteer worldwide. - 70% of volunteer work is done informally. -The top causes for volunteering are hunger & homelessness, health & wellness, faith & spirituality, animal & wildlife, and children & youth. - A well-defined #CSR program, which includes corporate volunteering, boosts employee productivity by 13% #NVW #NVW2024 #NationalVolunteerWeek #VolunteerAppreciation #CorporateVolunteering #EveryMomentMatters

PlungeSmile OpenArms was launched during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown to provide help to individuals and families who have meagre income or no primary source of sustenance. This initiative has been providing #food security, #economic security, #family well-being, #household materials, and other basic #amenities to individuals and family units since its inception. The aim is to mitigate #inflation and the persistent increase in the #cost of goods and services that affect low-income households and to equip them with #resources to be self-sufficient. OpenArms focuses on impoverished and low-income #communities who barely earn enough income to be self-sufficient during the best of economic times, regardless of empowerment status. It is a beacon of hope for those who are struggling to make ends meet in these challenging times. Our #mission is to empower individuals and families to break the cycle of #poverty by providing more than just food. We aim to build a brighter #future for them. This platform is open to #partnerships from #individuals and #organizations that desire to impact lives through donations to any PlungeSmile/#donor-identified or selected community. Together, we can create a more compassionate and inclusive community for all. Visit www.plungesmile.org today to learn more about the initiative. #foodsecurity #communitysupport #plungesmileopenarms #endhunger #makeadifference

UG2’s commitment to community and employee well-being is a driving force behind everything we do. We believe that kindness, generosity, and gratitude not only enrich our work culture but can also contribute to our personal health and happiness. ❤️ Research shows that engaging in charitable activities can potentially enhance mental and physical health, foster supportive relationships, and even lead to a longer, healthier life. From supporting children in medical care to advocating for those in need, the generosity of our employees and partners continues to inspire and uplift us. These efforts build stronger communities and foster a culture of compassion within UG2 and beyond. Learn more about how these core values are helping to make a difference every day. 👉 https://ow.ly/3Ssc30sGmob #GivingBack #CoreValues #Wellbeing #Community #AboveAndBeyond #CharitableGiving

Ooh-De-Lally creates a community of second chances with familiar faces and great food. The term “second chance” here refers to improving outcomes of the formerly incarcerated when reentering society after completing their sentences. Government agencies, the public, and non-profits alike are supporting such initiatives more since the bipartisan passing of the Second Chance Act in 2008. https://lnkd.in/efU2UepU

We either pull together or fall apart. Last month, we gathered over 1,000 signatures and testimonials in successful opposition to the proposed in-year axing of the EIJB grant that 64 charities really on to support as broad and diverse a range of communities as you can imagine. More in this soon. Over this campaign I kept hearing a few common themes across the voluntary sector: - We are too siloed - We need better visibility of what each other are up to and how to get involved - We need a space to come together, connect, and grow a shared voice - We need a space to talk about the big stuff with people who get it So, I've made one. ‘Advocates, Allies and Ambassadors Network’ or "AAA!" for short. https://lnkd.in/eNGcFb8t A space for those working or volunteering in, with, or supportive of the sector to connect, share, discuss, collaborate, support one another, and grow. Please, jump on in, ask questions, share resources & events, offer support, and help it achieve it's name; a network of advocates, allies and ambassadors who can help each other and respond faster and louder to threats like funding cuts and policy shifts.

In a world where modern slavery still exists, we all have a part to play in raising awareness and driving change—whether on or off the bike. 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲. It’s about having real conversations, spreading awareness about this hidden issue, and inspiring others to take action. Many don’t realise that modern slavery exists in so many forms: forced labour, human trafficking, exploitation. It’s not just a distant problem but one that touches every corner of the globe, including our own neighborhoods. At Ride For Freedom, we've seen firsthand how cycling can be a powerful tool for advocacy. It brings people together, and it provides a platform to raise awareness for those who don’t have a voice. But advocacy isn’t limited to those on two wheels. Every single one of us can make a difference by educating ourselves, supporting ethical businesses, donating to anti-slavery organisations, or simply starting conversations about the issue. 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫. Let’s be advocates for a world free from modern slavery— 𝐨𝐧𝐞 ride, 𝐨𝐧𝐞 conversation, 𝐨𝐧𝐞 choice at a time. To learn more contact the team at info@rideforfreedom.org or visit our website - https://lnkd.in/ed3CcYTk and start you advocacy journey today #RideForFreedom #EndModernSlavery #Freewheel #CycleRevolution #SocialImpact #Advocacy #EndSlavery #Community #EndHumanTrafficking #StopSlavery #Education #RaiseAwareness

Like most not-for-profits, Humane Society International | Australia has a lean marketing team working tirelessly to inspire their community to take action on important issues and donate funds to help forward their mission. There's no shortage of work to be done or messages to be communicated, so they have to be super strategic about how they segment their audience when sending campaigns. With Ortto, they've been able to drill down to find the right audience, and drive up to 30% CTR on action-based campaigns. Read more about their results here: https://loom.ly/EF1RiM4

Three things we hotly debated in the kitchen during my recent volunteering stint at The Choir with No Name : 🤔 Why do people put butter in their baked beans? What can we do to help them? 🥪 Are you supposed to butter the bread when they are making tuna mayo sandwiches? 🧈 If you are making beans on toast, should you butter toast? One thing that was not debated: 🥧 Homity Pie is delicious (here is the recipe – thank me later) https://lnkd.in/d3vb3P7N Choir with No Name is based at St Martins Church in The Bullring. They provide an opportunity for people have experienced homelessness to come together and sing, perform and enjoy a hot meal served by volunteers. Thank you to Sharon Blackwell for organising this as part of Gowling WLG Responsible Business Strategy, and to the fabulous team at Choir with No Name. If you are a corporate organisation that provides volunteering opportunities to your staff, did you know that this generates around £16/hour of social value benefit to the local community? #WestMidlands #CharityWork #Volunteering #Choir #CorporatePartnership #SkilledVolunteering #SocialValue #LocalValue

🫶🏽 The Power of Community Support 🫶🏽 At Tru Talent, we truly believe that businesses thrive when they give back to the communities they are a part of. Supporting our local community & causes close to our hearts isn’t just an initiative – it’s a core value. Here are just a few ways we’ve been working to make a difference: 🌱 Sustainability Promise – For every placement we make, we take steps to positively impact the environment. 🍽️ Regular Food Bank Donations – Supporting those in need by contributing to local food banks. 🧠 Mental Health & Wellbeing – Backing initiatives that promote awareness & resources for mental health. 🎭 Sponsoring Local Talent – Helping individuals achieve their dreams through sponsorship & encouragement. ✨ Tru Champions Blog – Shining a spotlight on the incredible work being done by local heroes in our community. Each of these reminds us that we are part of something bigger. Giving back isn’t just good for the community, it’s incredibly fulfilling for us as a team. What initiatives or actions have you taken within your business to support your local community? Let’s inspire each other to make a difference. 💬 #CommunitySupport #GivingBack #LocalImpact #Sustainability #MentalHealthAwareness #ProudToBeTru