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This Memorial Day, as we honor those who have served and sacrificed, let’s also reflect on the habits that shape our lives. Gratitude Practice: Take a moment to express gratitude for the freedoms and opportunities we enjoy. Write down three things you’re thankful for today. Connect with Loved Ones: Spend quality time with family and friends. Strengthen those bonds with meaningful conversations and shared memories. Active Remembrance: Engage in an activity that honors the spirit of service. Whether it’s volunteering, attending a ceremony, or simply going for a walk to reflect, make it a habit to give back. Mindful Moment: Pause for a few minutes to meditate or breathe deeply. Reflect on the values of courage and resilience that Memorial Day represents. Let’s create habits that not only honor the past but also build a brighter future. https://guidedsteps.net/

Emerging from the whirlwind of year-end activities, I find myself immersed in the wonderful task of thanking our amazing donors. It's fascinating to see how many are surprised to receive personal thank-you calls and handwritten notes. Why the surprise, you ask? Often, non-major gift donors are not thanked, at least not with a personal touch point. Giving is a deeply personal and significant act, deserving not just acknowledgment, but genuine, heart-felt appreciation. It's not about seeking recognition; it's about a heartfelt "thank you”. As we dive into the new year, let's make gratitude a priority. Take a moment, irrespective of your industry, to embrace and share that spirit of appreciation. You never know the incredible connections and relationships that may blossom from a simple and sincere thank you. #Gratitude #RelationshipBuilding 🤝

Check out our blog today to learn what we're grateful and thankful for.

Do you take time to celebrate milestones? Acknowledging something ‘significant’ or ‘happy’ can bring many benefits to your life. Celebrating: 🔹 Shows Appreciation - Recognition is a powerful thing. 🔹 Creates Valuable Down Time - It creates a space in which you can reflect. From this space of gratitude, you can gently evaluate the moment and see any changes that may be beneficial. 🔹 Acknowledges Worthiness - Unconditional self-worth is the sense that you deserve to be alive, to be loved and cared for, and to take up space. 🔹 Releases Stress - Allowing time to acknowledge the completion of something gives you ‘time out’ from the list. It creates an opportunity to be with yourself and to be grateful in that moment. 🔹 Is Energising - The pressure to get things done can be very draining. Celebrating moments throughout the day can restore the body’s energy as you send yourself messages of appreciation and worthiness for a job well done. Feeling exceptionally grateful as milestones are celebrated both personally and professionally. Our team has had the joy of recognising our generous supporters: https://lnkd.in/gTASPkvD Well done everyone!! #healthcare #philanthropy #patientcare

What are you grateful for today? 🙌 I’m grateful to work in a sector where we get to genuinely say, “I make the world a better place.” And that's no overstatement. 👏 I once had someone in leadership tell me, “Fortunately, what we do is not a matter of life or death.” This was probably said in an effort to extend grace. But years later, I realize our work *can* be a matter of life or death. 🛟 After all, we match generous changemakers to the causes that align with their greatest values, like providing: 🚑 Medical care 💧 Clean water 🤱🏽 Infant-care education 🏡 Domestic violence shelters 🚨 Emergency response programs 📞 Crisis hotlines ...and the hundreds of other social services that ensure health and safety. 🆘 🌎 Everyone has a responsibility to better the world. But few pursue active roles in driving positive change. I don’t say this to pat myself on the back. I say this to remind all of us that what we do matters. 👏 *You* matter. 🫵🏽 The nonprofits we serve matter. 🏫🏥 So let's continue to drive change and create impact. How will you make a difference today? ☀️ #nonprofit #socialimpact #gratitude Donor Relations Group We Are For Good #fundraising #advancement #development #changemakers #gratitude #empathy #worldgratitudeday #donorrelations #stewardship Lynne Wester #fundraisingisfunny Fundraising is Funny Association of Donor Relations Professionals Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP Global) Council for Advancement and Support of Education

"Santa's🎅 Gifts and Corporate’s🏢 CSR: A Parallel in Giving" Through giving gifts, Santa Claus embodies the ethos of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Santa voluntarily brings presents, spreading joy and happiness among people of all ages, much like CSR efforts try to impact communities positively. His generosity exemplifies the concept of giving back and making a positive influence in the lives of others without expecting anything in return. Santa's dedication to giving smiles reflects the idea of CSR, in which businesses try to contribute to society's well-being by cultivating a culture of generosity, compassion, and goodwill. CSR activities, like Santa's Gifts, aim to enrich communities, exemplifying the power of giving and building a brighter, more inclusive world for all. ~Merry Christmas 🎉🎁🌠 #thoughtoftheday #corporatesocialresponsibility #csr #christmas #corporate #sustainability

Ever wish your kids were more grateful and giving? Check out these tips in our latest issue (https://lnkd.in/gZaVBFmW) to learn how to cultivate an attitude of gratitude!

Did you know that today is Giving Tuesday? Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of radical generosity. It was originally created in 2012 with one simple idea in mind: to encourage people to do good. Since then, it has grown into a year-round global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Learn more at https://buff.ly/3ceYrtu!

Monetize Monday: Memorial Day Edition 🇺🇸 Today, as we celebrate Memorial Day, let's take a moment to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Their courage and dedication have paved the way for the freedoms we enjoy today. While many of us take a well-deserved break, it's also an opportunity to reflect on the values of hard work, sacrifice, and perseverance. These are the same principles that drive us in our professional lives. Why not use this time to recharge and refocus? Here are a few ways to honor the spirit of Memorial Day while keeping an eye on your goals: Reflect on Your Purpose: Just as our heroes had a mission, what's yours? Define your 'why' and let it fuel your passion. Plan for Success: Use this downtime to strategize. What are your goals for the week? The month? The year? Map out a plan to achieve them. Network Thoughtfully: Take a moment to connect with your network. Share a message of gratitude, or plan a coffee chat for when the holiday hustle settles. Give Back: In the spirit of service, consider how you can give back. Whether it’s mentoring a colleague, volunteering, or supporting a cause, find a way to make a positive impact. Let's turn this Memorial Day into a stepping stone for greater achievements. Embrace the values we honor today and let them guide you to a successful week ahead. Wishing you all a meaningful and reflective Memorial Day. 🇺🇸  #divineintervention #gabenfreude #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

When you put your Focus on what you are Grateful for and Actions that you can Take, you'll start taking Action on things that Matter to you.