MJH Life Sciences®’s Post

I have 2 things for you to ponder: 1 - Last week I was helping welcome people to the Food Pantry for our Wednesday late afternoon/evening hours. In line were people who work in our community, coming after work to shop. I know this because they had uniforms and nametags from area businesses. Some had their kids with them, tired from a long day at school and/or day care. And everyone one of them depend on what is on these shelves to feed their families. 2 - Some of you might remember the panic you felt when you went to the grocery store early in the pandemic and found the thing that you needed unavailable. If you had to shop the food pantry and it was your only option because you were too short on cash from paying rent and all other life expenses to buy food and you got there and there wasn't much on the shelves - can you imagine the fear and panic? The good news is - that as a community - we can actually make it different. We can't change the dynamics that are causing people to need the pantry. (I don't have any tricks in my back pocket to change the economy, to change the housing shortage, to change the cost of day care or someone's income). But we can donate money to a food pantry or buy food to donate and fill shelves. That is in our collective power. I challenge you to to think of a way to make a difference today, and next week and the following week. Even if it's small, it will matter to someone. I know you all and you are a creative caring bunch. If you are looking for ideas or have ideas, your links are below <3

As we wrap up National Volunteer Week (April 21 – 27), it's important to recognize all the individuals who help charities through their generous donations of time. It's estimated that 60+ million people volunteer more than 4 billion hours annually. While many are motivated to volunteer, we sometimes hit roadblocks or challenges to achieve this objective. Among them is finding the “extra” time to donate. Overcome this and other barriers by considering the following tips when making a volunteer choice: https://bit.ly/3Wo1asO #community #BBB

I had the best time speaking and interviewing these two about their work these past 14 years. Check out the article to learn more about them and how to get involved!

Our Idea Of Christmas, Whether Old-Fashioned or Modern, Is Very Simple: Loving Others

Great tips as our seasonal residents return to their home states. Don't forget to have your handyman on speed dial, and leave your contact info with neighbors who can reach you in the event of an emergency!

We love the #Dinesmart initiative. So simple. So effective. You know something works when the people it’s aimed at give more than you asked for. An easily managed $2 per bill is often viewed as ‘not enough’ by diners, who proceed to make it $10 or $20 or $50 instead. That’s what we call “smart” comms. No demands. No awkwardness. Just plant a seed-idea and allow the results to blossom. All venues should be on board.

For businesses looking to enhance their social values and corporate social responsibility I urge you to book into he The Charity Hub Yorkshire events, explore how can support the incredible small charities who are doing incredible work in local communities. 3rd Sectors it’s worth finding out about the support on offer! #corporatesocialresponsibility #socialvalues

From now until Anzac Day, show your support for those who sign their lives over to our nation, and now need a helping hand.   Help raise funds for our veteran community by creating a Facebook Fundraiser – get together with your friends and workmates for an #AnzacBiscuitMorningTea. Serve Coles Brand Bakery Anzac Biscuits and 40 cents per pack of 12 will be donated to Bravery Trust. 1. Login to Facebook on your computer. 2. Click ‘Fundraisers’ on the left side of the page. If you can't see it, click See more. 3. Click ‘Select nonprofit’ and choose Bravery Trust. 4. Enter the details of your fundraiser, such as the goal amount, end date, and call it “your name” #AnzacBiscuitMorningTea. 5. Click ‘Create’ to launch your fundraiser. https://lnkd.in/gC3n-ksd Coles Group #coles #onlyatcoles #anzacbiscuits #AnzacBiscuitMorningTea #braverytrust #SupportingThoseWhoServe #supportingveterans #colessupermarkets #TheAustralianWay

Want an activity that is fun, sustainable, and ways to help charities (plus the environment) ? 1) We installed beehives (with the help of a bee / beehive management company). 2) The bees made honey. 3) We had an event where people could collect the honey (off the honeycombs) 4) Honey was collected - Some for participants, and some to be sold to charities. Fun, sustainable, and ways to help charities !

Today is National Philanthropy Day.🙏 Participating in volunteer activities or donating to local, national and international charities are great ways to give back to your community and the world. 🙌 After a #disaster or other emergency, affected communities are in dire need of resources. Disaster relief charities and organizations help these communities by providing the resources that individuals and families need for recovery. In honor of #PhilanthropyDay, consider donating time or money to a #DisasterRelief or other charity organization. Resources: 💻 Disaster relief: ️National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster #VOAD ➡ https://lnkd.in/ggCF-sb9 💻 Other causes: List of Charities ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gPEDTJA2 #philanthropy #giveback #donate #charity #disasterrecovery #donation #volunteer