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Hospitality, manufacturing, engineering, charity sector, facilities and so many more. If your gas and electric bill arriving feels like this, we need a chat. It’s a bleak outlook regarding price so now is the time to act👌 Simon.bayley@iuadvice.org.uk 07718 534273 #ifnotnowwhen #savings #budgetingdoneright

Read latest article by Martyn Jones, who's writing we feature in our newsletter each month. "Sir Keir Starmer has promised to build a “government of service”, a mission-driven government with a real sense of purpose, a force for good, and a return to public service. In recent years there has been a growing realisation that construction projects can also be a force for good by not only fulfilling their clients’ requirements but also engaging with and serving the wider community. In fact, we are increasingly being urged to add social value to our projects to support ‘levelling up’, the creation of jobs and long-term employment, ethical and low-carbon supply chain sourcing, engaging with charities and community organisations, and promoting a sense of identity and cohesion within communities." Read full article here: https://lnkd.in/eSw5ZW-R

Ultimately this means Towns fund itself! (We decoded capitalism for self-sustainability.) Identified Problem (IP) Did you know that the $99,303,000 Education Expenditure is at least 50% of Middletown's $162,110,000 Total Expenditure? IP Business Solution Did you know that if at least 60% of Middletown’s active businesses donated an annual tax deductible amount equivalent to the population of 48K it would be 2185 (Biz) x 48K (Pop) = $104,880,000. #finance #economy #capitalism #circulareconomy #good

"Looking for tax-efficient ways to support your favorite causes? Learn about innovative giving strategies in our latest blog article. READ: https://lnkd.in/ghDU3j3w #charitablegiving #taxtips #taxbenefits

Increasing the alignment between your businesses’ bottom-line interests and the traditional goals of community and economic development (as core to strategy, not CSR or charity) is good business! Check out this summary of a national convening of US Corporates that are doing just that! It was a huge effort to coordinate and brings together fascinating examples that are worth sharing.

You asked and we listened! Our consumer team put together this article about what to do when you are billed surprisingly high by your utility company. This is an issue more and more of our clients are reporting to us. Please spread this information! https://lnkd.in/gmRqfEUD #utilitybills #FreeHelp #CivilLegalAid #nonprofitorganization

Under section 80g of the Income Tax Act contributors to qualified NGOs can benefit from charge exceptions. Donations made to associations with 80G certificates fit the bill for allowances up to half or 100% of the given sum, contingent upon specific circumstances. This boosts altruism and supports the monetary maintainability of NGOs participating in altruistic exercises. #80gregistration #12aregistration #section80g #26april #Benefits_of_section_80g #80gdonation #80gdeduction #section_80g_of_income_tax_act #Tax_benefits_under_section_80g https://lnkd.in/g2gzWjDD

On Oct 10 in 1980, Pac-Man first launched in the US - and a legend was born. It shows us that even the greatest ideas need the right timing and market. How can you channel that energy into your business. https://lnkd.in/gWijAQG3 #TechHistory #PacMan #BusinessInnovation #MyriadTechnologies #ITServices #TechSupport #DigitalTransformation #FraservalleyTech #NonprofitSupport #CommunitySupport

Applying the principles of websites such as eBay and Freecycle, Warp It allow users to donate, sell, and rent unwanted items. This reduces waste, cuts carbon emissions, and makes it easy to avoid unnecessary purchases. Take the online tour and join universities, NHS Trusts, colleges and many other organisations in the #ReuseRevolution! https://lnkd.in/eMZZwDu6 #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #NetZero #Reuse #EnvironmentalImpact #GetWarpIt #WasteReduction #CarbonReduction #AvoidLandfill 

Our 2024 Responsible Business Report is here! Responsible business is at the heart of Lewis Silkin – it’s important that we have a positive impact beyond doing great work for our clients. We know that our people and our clients want to work with firms like ours that share their values and are committed to conducting business in a responsible way. The report details progress against our goals as we conclude our three-year strategy. Our responsible business highlights from this year include: 💡We commenced our strategic partnership with social mobility charity The Sutton Trust 💡Our emissions decreased by 50.6% in comparison to FY 2022-2023 💡Our lawyers each undertook an average of 17.6 hours of pro bono work Please do read more in the full report here: https://okt.to/LcjorP #ResponsibleBusiness #LewisSilkin