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"No one has ever become poor by giving" - Anne Frank At PIMCon I heard many talk about how the relationship between a business and the community is symbiotic. Truly they play a MAJOR role in the success and well-being of each other. Not only if it done correctly will it drive economic growth, but it can also enhance the quality of life for everyone involved. For example: Mike Morse - 🎒 Mike realized there was an overwhelming need for backpacks and supplies for the Detroit Public School students. He took on that mission and as of last year over 300,000 backpacks were donated to Michigan students. 🐶😻 Mike hosts Meet Your Best Friend event, where not only does he host the event two times a year and donates to the Michigan Humane, but he also pays for pets to be shown on local TV and will pay for those featured pets adoption fees! 👨⚖️ Mike has also stepped out of his comfort zone (Personal Injury) into criminal defense to help free Michael Anthony Griffin, a man who had spent over 13 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. David L. Thomas, MBA - 🏍 David and his team believe in boots on the ground with big and small events for their communities. They get in front of their audience with these events, and pull their members into building the community around these charities need/want. When businesses invest in their communities they improve the environment they operate in. In turn, these improvements lead to a better quality of life for their residents. It is about understanding the community's need, supporting the local causes, and contributing to a shared vision. This builds trust, loyalty, and long term relationships. Here is a few of those events & one I participated in with my former STL team. https://lnkd.in/g3gts7mM https://lnkd.in/gRRYi39x https://lnkd.in/gn8M9NPK https://lnkd.in/gRkcAJai https://shpbeds.org/ #Community #AllTogether

Well done to everyone involved

🌟 Unleashing the Power of Fashion for a Better World! 🌟 Fashion has always been more than just clothes and trends. It has the incredible potential to drive positive change and make a lasting impact on society. When designers and brands align themselves with causes that resonate with their audiences, they create a powerful platform for social transformation. By channeling their passion and resources towards meaningful initiatives, they can inspire others and pave the way for a more compassionate and inclusive world. Now more than ever, we need the fashion industry to step up and address pressing social issues. By focusing on causes that align with their values, they not only contribute to the betterment of society but also create a positive brand image and build a loyal and engaged community. It's time for fashion to become a catalyst for change. John Bartlett Page Magazine WORLD COLLECTIVE #tinytimrescue #pagemagazine #UnleashThePowerOfFashion #CreatingImpact #FashionWithPurpose

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

Worthing is so fortunate to have Worthing Community Chest to give grants local non-profit community groups, which make a difference to so many lives in the town. Did you know that you can easily help raise funds for Worthing Community Trust by donating your old clothes via their textile recycling bins? Perfect if you're having a summer clear out!👚 👕 ♻ The green/turquoise bins (there's some debate about the colour!) are dotted all over Worthing. Find your closest one on the handy map below: 📍 https://lnkd.in/ezeW8grn In the bin, you can put: - All clothing and other textiles such as bed linen, cushion covers, blankets and tea towels - Shoes and other footwear including socks, boots and trainers -Unfortunately they can’t take pillows, duvets, sleeping bags, tents or mattresses https://lnkd.in/efJ-uD3x I'll take a photo when I visit a recycling bin and I'll do a poll on the colour 😁 #TextileRecycling #Worthing #CharityGrants

Looking for stuff to do this fall? Here are some ideas: Check out the Maryland Renaissance Festival, picnic under the changing leaves, pick a pumpkin, or go to a haunted house! Whatever you do, we suggest doing it with your Thread Family. #FallActivites #CommunityBuilding #Nonprofit #Baltimore #Maryland #FallFun #SocialIsolation #Loneliness #Community #NewSocialFabric #WovenStrong

Thank you to everyone who has already donated to the Jordan Winter Charity Drive! So far we have collected over 1.5 tons of donations which will be distributed to various local charities each week. 𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐃𝐎𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐓 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊? Fill in and complete the registration form - https://bit.ly/3zmqciN Registration forms will also be available when you drop off your donations at the Estate. Visit the Estate during the allocated donating times to deliver your donation and collect your wine. (Daily from 10:00 – 16:00.) All clothing donations should be washed and folded as a health and safety precaution for our staff. All clothing donations should be packed in clear plastic bags. NO BLACK BAGS of clothing will be accepted. Dog and cat food is appreciated. (The SPCA requested tinned food to aid kittens and puppies) 𝘛𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴: 𝘔𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘮𝘶𝘮 𝘥𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 6𝘬𝘨 | 1 𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘳 6𝘬𝘨 𝘥𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘥𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘳 6𝘬𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘧 3𝘬𝘨, 𝘵𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘪𝘷𝘦 3 𝘣𝘰𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘦. 𝘎𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘱 𝘥𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘳 𝘭𝘰𝘵𝘴 𝘱𝘦𝘳 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘥. 𝘕𝘰 𝘨𝘶𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘴. 𝘋𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘥𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘥𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘴: 𝘔𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘚𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 10:00 – 16:00. 𝘕𝘰 𝘴𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘴 𝘰𝘳 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘸𝘦𝘢𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘦𝘥. 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘴 𝘷𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘥 𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘭 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘴 𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘵. #premiumatplay

IT'S A HEART THING Glen Meadows located in Hamilton, Ohio has a monthly BINGO store for their residents; the residents get BINGO bucks for participating and winning games. Torlana is a Restorative Aide at the facility and one of her residents doesn't like BINGO but like to shop at the store. Torlana takes him and then with her own money makes a donation to the store. We have so many good staff that go above and beyond for their residents because they become like family. Doing something extra for someone and not wanting anything in return is a beautiful thing. Foundations Core Value #2 is "Do what is right, even when no one is watching." Torlana is one of so many more of our caring staff across the State that give so much of themselves to their residents and fellow staff. They are our Culture of Care, and they are making a difference every day. You don’t do the right things for credit, you do it because it’s right. Torlana does what she does for her residents because it makes her residents feel happy and at home! By doing what’s right and not looking for recognition makes everyone’s jobs and lives easier and more fulfilled. It's simply a heart thing. #heartthing #doingwhatsright #glenmeadows #foundationshealthsolutions #cultureofcare #makingadifference #seniorliving #seniorcare

Today we launched a new self help tool for people facing family violence - a Home of Your Own. It's about understanding your rights, and taking action. We know that family violence is a leading cause of housing insecurity for women and children, who represent three-quarters of people accessing homelessness services. We also know the numbers of people at risk continues to grow and that the impact of violence and homelessness radiates out into the community. This tool was co-designed with women who've lived experience of family violence and homelessness, together with frontline community workers. By answering a few anonymous questions about their situation, renters facing family violence can learn about their rights, and be directly supported to take practical steps in maintaining or accessing safe housing, including by creating personalised documents to communicate with their rental providers.  Please share with anyone who might need it.

This is going to be a bit of a long post and I'm sure it will be met with some negative feedback, but here goes. So often on this platform, I read post from former broadcasters, about "freeing themselves" from the shackles of a business that no longer cares for its communities and eats its young. They advocate for others to join them and finally have a "life you can call your own". Yes; I know. The industry is not what it was when many of us made the decision to join its ranks. And I know as well as anyone the toll the hours, demands and unpredictability of the business can take on your family. Shout out to my husband of 33+ years and two adult children that know no other life with me. But here's the thing, the problem may not be the industry but the people you surround yourself with. Because last week, was one of the most rewarding of my career as a local broadcaster, because I am surrounded by the right people, who are committed to the core values of this calling. What WXII 12 Triad CW did in conjunction with our community partners at Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC and the #RedCross to support our neighbors in Western North Carolina is why we should *all* want to be local broadcasters. Our license calls on us to serve in the best interest of our communities. And I am so proud of how we not only served but led the relief efforts here in the Piedmont-Triad. And it's why you have to ask yourself is it the industry or perhaps the people I work for and with? Finally, if you have it in your hearts and wallets to give, please do. With another hurricane taking aim at the southeast, the time is now for all of us to take action and take care. #localbroadcast #HearstTelevision #SecondHarvestFoodbankofNorthwestNorthCarolina #AmericanRedCross #Helene