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This Giving Tuesday, Stand Up for Kindness with the No Bullying Bear Foundation! Today, we invite you to join us in the fight against bullying and the journey toward a kinder, more inclusive world. At the No Bullying Bear Foundation, we empower children, families, and communities with tools, resources, and programs that promote empathy, understanding, and respect. Your support helps us: Bring anti-bullying education to schools and communities. Provide resources for children and families to navigate challenging situations. Create safe spaces for those affected by bullying to find support and healing. Together, we can make a difference. Every dollar you give today brings us closer to a future where kindness triumphs over cruelty. 💛 Donate now to be a part of this movement: Cashapp $Nobullyingbear Zelle: 301-742-2510 for donations 💛 Share this message and inspire others to take a stand. Let’s make this Giving Tuesday a turning point for change. Together, we can build a world where everyone feels valued and respected. #GivingTuesday

The Y (YMCA)YMCA of the USA (National Resource Office) Autism Innovation Community Foundation. Swimming lessons will save your life! 🌊🧠🏊♂️🛟💦🌞 Support the Finding Your North Star Autism Summit! Donate now to help provide crucial resources to our community. 1 in 40 have autism, and water safety is vital. Together, we can save lives! 💙🤝 #WaterSafety #AutismAwareness Drowning is the leading cause of death in autism. Children with ASD are 160 times more likely to drown due to elopement. Help protect our children! Florida has the highest rate of child drownings resulting in death. https://lnkd.in/e_Ubt8Ui

As we step into this year’s Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month, let's shine a light on Prevent Child Abuse America, the nation's beacon for safeguarding our children. 🛡️ 🔹 Pioneering Change: As the oldest and largest organization in the U.S. dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect, we're not just advocates—we're catalysts for enduring change. 🔹 Science-Driven Solutions: Our approach is grounded in scientific research, promoting programs and resources that empower kids, families, and communities to flourish, now and for generations to come. 🔹 A Trusted Ally: Recognized as one of the highest-rated charities for children in the nation, our commitment to safety and well-being is unwavering. 🎥 Watch our story to see how we're making a difference. This CAP Month, be a part of a movement that's larger than us all. Stand with us as we work to create a world where every child is cherished, protected, and nurtured. Your support can transform lives. Because every child deserves a future free from abuse. #CAPMonth #PreventChildAbuse #ThrivingCommunities #ChildWellbeing #JoinTheMovement

Wear Blue on April 10th for National Child Abuse Prevention Month!   April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Child abuse and neglect are preventable, and all communities benefit when children and families are safe and supported. According to Prevent Child Abuse America, all community members have a role to play "in ensuring that children have positive experiences and families have the resources they need when they need them, well before they are in crisis." Ohioans are encouraged to wear blue on Wednesday, April 10 to work, to school, or to a community event–to show support for preventing child abuse and neglect.   Everyone has a role in building better childhoods for the kids in their life and community. There are many ways you can help, like simply wearing blue this Wednesday or helping a struggling parent or family so they can parent safely, reporting suspected cases of abuse or neglect, donating, volunteering, and/or mentoring with a local organization that helps children and families. Learn more about identifying and preventing physical, emotional, sexual abuse, and neglect by logging onto www.preventchildabuse.org.

Our Focus Goes Beyond Martial Arts: At our UMF academy, we’re dedicated to cultivating kindness, unity, and compassion. ❤️ Giving back isn’t just an activity—it’s a stepping stone toward growing responsible future leaders. This season of thankfulness, let’s encourage our children to spread positivity both in their training and in the community! 🙌 Here are some meaningful ways to engage kids in acts of kindness this month: 🤲 Serve Together: Get involved in community efforts, like park clean-ups or volunteering at local shelters. These activities offer valuable lessons in empathy and teamwork. 💌 Share Holiday Joy with Cards: Craft handmade cards to send to veterans, seniors, or local heroes. It’s a thoughtful way for kids to express appreciation and spread holiday cheer. 🧸 Donate Toys for Tots: Collect gently used or new toys to bring smiles to children who could use a little extra joy this season. 😊 Encourage Small Acts of Kindness: Every kind gesture matters! Motivate your kids to help a friend, share a compliment, or write kind notes for classmates. #CultivatingValues #givingback #Citizen #Citizenship #characterdevelopment

#ChildAbusePreventionMonth is over, but the work doesn't end here. Today and every day, you can play a critical role in protecting our children. Take a look to see how you can help past April 👇 💙 Host a donation drive (or work with a business to set up a drive)! Collect games, art supplies, and other items for children in therapy. 💙 Volunteer! Join our monthly gathering of volunteers on the third Thursday of every month at our Sarasota office or get information on training to volunteer with the Children & Families Supervised Visitation Program. 💙 Book a speaker! Are you a member of a PTA/church/club/workplace? Contact us to arrange a speaker from CPC to speak about how child abuse affects local children and how CPC is working towards a solution. 💙 EDUCATION! Educating ourselves, our families, and our community is perhaps THE most important thing we can do to make a difference in the fight against child abuse. Learn the stats, familiarize yourself with the signs of abuse, and integrate safe practices into your routine. And of course, we always recommend booking a FREE workshop with our Personal Safety & Community Awareness Team, who will be happy to teach you the ins and outs of over 20 different safety topics- or even custom-build a workshop to fit your needs. #WhyICPC #CAPM #EndChildAbuse #AwarenessMatters #floridaadvocacy

The math is simple: $250 + #IKEA's match = TWO children off the floor forever. 1,000 children are counting on us to do that math. #WOW Thanks to your incredible generosity on GivingTuesday, we have already secured sleep kits for 420 children through our Sleep Well program 🛏️💤 supported by IKEA! But there are still families struggling with, empty housing, and every child deserves a warm, cozy place to dream. #OurGOAL- Raise funds to support 1,000 children with complete sleep solutions this year. With #IKEA matching every donation, your gift goes twice as far in making a lasting impact. Join us in getting kids off the floor and into beds! 💛 $250 - Full bed kit for ONE child 💛 $100- Bed frame 💛 $50 - Bedding and duvet for one kit 💛 $25 - Stuffed animal and pillow The floor isn't a bed. Yet 2-3% of Canadian children call it one. #YOU can create a future where no child has to sleep on the floor. https://lnkd.in/disPUy7a

Strength in Numbers: The Joe and Mulder’s Story Witness the incredible journey of Joe and his autism service dog, Mulder. Through the power of community, perseverance, and love, their story showcases how support can transform lives. Joe, a bright young boy with autism, faces daily challenges that can sometimes isolate him from others. His mother, Stephanie, witnessed his struggles with social interactions and self-harm, which made their lives incredibly difficult. But their love for Joe fueled their determination to find a solution. When the Welters learned about 4 Paws for Ability, an organization providing service dogs for children with autism, they saw a ray of hope. They needed to raise $15,000 for the training of a service dog, which is a small portion of the total cost. They thought it would take them 18 months to raise this amount of money. With a heartfelt letter included in their Christmas cards and an article published by a local newspaper, the community’s response was overwhelming. Donations and support poured in from local businesses, students, and even strangers. Within three months, they reached their goal. Meet Mulder: Joe’s Guardian Angel The arrival of Mulder, a goldendoodle, changed Joe’s life. For the first time, Joe slept through the night. His educational achievements improved, and he integrated into classes with typical kids. Most importantly, Mulder helped Joe connect with his peers, shifting the focus from his autism to his loving bond with his dog. Joe’s story is a testament to the strength found in community and the transformative power of service dogs. Through collective effort and love, Joe’s life has been enriched beyond measure. Let’s celebrate Joe, Mulder, and the amazing community that made this possible. Share Joe and Mulder’s story to inspire others and highlight the impact of community support and service dogs in transforming lives. #StrengthInNumbers #AutismAwareness #ServiceDogs #Inspiration #CommunitySupport #4PawsForAbility

Strength in Numbers: The Joe and Mulder’s Story Witness the incredible journey of Joe and his autism service dog, Mulder. Through the power of community, perseverance, and love, their story showcases how support can transform lives. Joe, a bright young boy with autism, faces daily challenges that can sometimes isolate him from others. His mother, Stephanie, witnessed his struggles with social interactions and self-harm, which made their lives incredibly difficult. But their love for Joe fueled their determination to find a solution. When the Welters learned about 4 Paws for Ability, an organization providing service dogs for children with autism, they saw a ray of hope. They needed to raise $15,000 for the training of a service dog, which is a small portion of the total cost. They thought it would take them 18 months to raise this amount of money. With a heartfelt letter included in their Christmas cards and an article published by a local newspaper, the community’s response was overwhelming. Donations and support poured in from local businesses, students, and even strangers. Within three months, they reached their goal. Meet Mulder: Joe’s Guardian Angel The arrival of Mulder, a goldendoodle, changed Joe’s life. For the first time, Joe slept through the night. His educational achievements improved, and he integrated into classes with typical kids. Most importantly, Mulder helped Joe connect with his peers, shifting the focus from his autism to his loving bond with his dog. Joe’s story is a testament to the strength found in community and the transformative power of service dogs. Through collective effort and love, Joe’s life has been enriched beyond measure. Let’s celebrate Joe, Mulder, and the amazing community that made this possible. Share Joe and Mulder’s story to inspire others and highlight the impact of community support and service dogs in transforming lives. #StrengthInNumbers #AutismAwareness #ServiceDogs #Inspiration #CommunitySupport #4PawsForAbility