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What is the value of ”Take Your Daughter to Work Day? We think it is education and empathy, so the child knows what the parent does daily, but it is so much more. It instills lifelong work values. Meahgan Gibson attended a “Take Your Daughter to Work Day” at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. To this day she reminds me of a few choice words I stated during a staff meeting but she also pursued a career in Leisure and Hospitality. More importantly she picked up values like; everybody is critical to success (especially the lowest paid hourly associates), every person has a story, treat people with dignity and respect, and if they have a name tag, user their name. Grow by trying new things that others shy away from. Powerful words are “thank you” and “can you help me”, and assisting others even if you do not have time.  Today this was in my feed. I had no idea she was working on this.  Biscuits and socks, who knew? But more importantly, a young professional (from a generation many professionals belittle) leading a project that reflects well on the brand and does good for the community. Also hats off to Dennis Pfaff, Maple Street Biscuit Company and Cracker Barrel for creating an organization culture where young professional growth occurs. Take your daughter to work and as a leader, your relationships matter more than you know. #cio #leadership

Thanks IRS...   The Chronicle of Philanthropy reports: "In a potentially widespread error, the Internal Revenue Service has apparently transmitted tax return data for nonprofits that misreports organizations' finances for 2022 -- a glitch that could pose a barrier for charities seeking to secure donations or government grants."   As we all know, these listings are relied upon by donors and other investors to assess a nonprofit's financial health before making a grant or gift.    At this point, it's not clear how many non-profits are affected but it may be worth checking your organization's listing on Candid and ProPublica for errors. Candid appears to be working quickly to correct errors.   ‘Dodgy’ Data Dump From IRS Causes Headaches for Nonprofits (philanthropy.com)    

Alright folx! Let's pitch in to help some hard working senior students get laptops for their first year in college. Click below for more deets!

Did you know that childhood trauma, including abuse, can heighten the risk of becoming a victim of #humantrafficking? Let's come together tomorrow by wearing blue on National #HumanTraffickingAwarenessDay to shine a light on this escalating issue. Learn more from our community partner, Children's Advocacy Center for North Texas, on ways you can detect abuse. #nonprofit, #charity, #community, #donate, #nonprofitorganization, #volunteer, #health, #education, #giveback, #support, #socialgood, #dogood, #change, #philanthropy, #givingback, #makeadifference, #children, #donations, #volunteering, #dallas, #metrocrest

I NEED YOUR HELP! I was way too excited we only have five days left! Do you want to help survivors of S*xual Assault? We are doing a fundraiser for @tendingthegarden.4.sas If you are unaware of what@ttg is, it is my non-profit . “Founded in 2019 by Jimanekia Eborn, Tending the Garden grew from an idea to an organization rooted in social justice, equity, and compassionate care. In totality, Tending the Garden is for marginalized survivors who are looking for community, healing, education, and growth. We strive to provide this community through retreats, workshops, live events, and resources. Our programming is created to serve underserved individuals who deserve to feel seen, supported, and heard in an environment where they will be respected and not re-traumatized.” I say all that to say I need YOUR HELP! We are doing a fundraiser where you do not have to spend money!! We just need you to answer a few questions and survey products you already use. Each short survey you complete can earn us $1.60 in donations. They take around 60 seconds You can complete up to 75 We have a chance to earn! $15,000!!! This year’s goal is to build out our community component and structure. Which looks like Support groups, message boards, resources, tools, and more. We also want to put money towards making sure we get to do our FIRST in-person retreat this year. If you have time, please fill out a few surveys. You can sign up and complete the surveys a few ways: Text “FEEDBACK” to 90412 Visit https://lnkd.in/dGy9UZNe #support #survey #donate #support #survivor #giveback #philanthropy

Why I Donate: Carrie and Clint Bradford "We learned about MWSF in Fall 2022 after we reconnected with family, including Clay who has MWS. We were eager to learn more about him! MWSF was one of the only resources that came up in our search. It was reassuring to learn there is a 'landing pad' out there for people living with MWS and their families - we knew we wanted to be a part of this effort. Clay is a source of light and joy to everyone who knows him. He gives the best hugs and knows every detail imaginable about Monster Jam (not to mention his personal memorabilia collection!). Clay loves with his whole heart - he makes us feel so special by recalling shared memories or thinking up fun things to do together in the future. We can’t imagine the bewilderment a family must feel when they get to an MWS diagnosis. We know that when Clay was diagnosed, MWSF served as an information-source for Clay, and connected him to a community that was out there waiting for him. We learned about the research projects that MWSF helps to support as well. In this way, it’s rewarding to be a small part of both the “here and now” of the MWSF community and also look to what the future could hold thanks to these research efforts." You can still donate to MWSF and support our mission: https://lnkd.in/gwn2WW3m #givingtuesday #seasonofgiving #donatetoday #fundraising

The 18th edition of "Beyond ABC: Assessing the Well-Being of Children in North Texas" was unveiled by our community partner, Children’s Health, during a symposium earlier this month. This report delves into four key areas affecting children in Collin, Cooke, Dallas, Denton, Fannin, Grayson, and Tarrant counties. Read more here, https://lnkd.in/gMkZgmre. 📸 Children's Health #nonprofit, #charity, #community, #donate, #nonprofitorganization, #volunteer, #health, #education, #giveback, #support, #socialgood, #dogood, #change, #philanthropy, #givingback, #makeadifference, #children, #donations, #volunteering, #dallas, #metrocrest

Smiles like these represent the magic moment a child receives the gift of clear vision. Eye Thrive is best known for our comprehensive eye exams and glasses made on-site, but what makes us truly unique is the way we step up to support our kids. Eye Thrive’s wraparound services take comprehensive continuity of care to the next level. So far this school year, Eye Thrive has conducted 8,796 vision screenings, provided 1,420 comprehensive eye exams during 44 Mobile Vision Clinic visits, and dispensed 1,933 pairs of glasses, including 394 replacements. Still, the need exists beyond what we can imagine. Our services are transformative and essential. We must continue to expand our reach and change the lives of even more kids that urgently need us. We can show up for them this school year, but not without your help. Through our wraparound services, Eye Thrive is always here for our kids, from start to finish. We hope you will consider being here for us and our kids with a donation this #GivingTuesday. Every dollar makes a real, measurable impact: eyethrive.org/donate #eyethrive #eyeseeeyecaneyethrive #morethanglasses #impact #nonprofit #stl

As we navigate the wealth landscape and anticipate the generational transfer, it's crucial to understand the diverse forms of wealth and their impact on philanthropy. Gift planning isn't just about dollars; it's about creating a "win-win" scenario where donors achieve their goals while supporting nonprofits' missions. In honor of Gift Planning Month, let's embrace this strategic approach TOGETHER to maximize charitable potential for both your organization and your donors! #PlannedGiving #Philanthropy #GenerationalWealthTransfer

The power of partnerships!