Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads and father figures at our YMCA! Thank you for your dedication in keeping families and our community healthy and strong. Fun fact: Father’s Day began at the Y over 114 years ago when a young woman, raised by her single dad, initiated a celebration of fatherhood. The first #FathersDay event took place at the Spokane YMCA on June 19, 1910. 🌟👨👧👦🎉
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Charity Founder at Creating Memories, we are passionate about making the wishes of life limiting and terminally ill children come true locally within Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire.
This is simply why we do what we do !!! Memories are all we have and it is so important to be able to create them on a regular basis to keep us going, to remember the good times, enjoy life, be part of joy. When a child is unwell it is not so easy to be able to do that and we are here to help create memories that the whole family can look forward to and treasure always. We take so much in life for granted and it just shows how simple things can create so much joy as these children are living in the moment. So help us to create moments to treasure as it is only by working together that we can make the wishes happen and do this. Let's create moments the child can look back on and remember all the joy and fun had, which in turn can make them feel better if they are having a bad day. Lets make a difference in children's lives. #creatingmemories #localsupportinglocal #localsupport #makingadifferencetogether #bedford #bedfordbusinesses #childrenscharity #localcharitysupport #localcharity #givingback #givingbacktothecommunity #feelgood #givingbackfeelsgood #hertfordshire #hertfordshirebusiness #buckinghamshire #buckinghamshirebusiness #charitycommunity #workingtogether #makingithappen #childrenswish #childrenwithlifelimitingconditions #childrenswishes #helpingchildren #helpingchildrensparkle #helpingchildrenwithspecialneeds
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Roots & Wings is an incredible non-profit organization dedicated to supporting youth aging out of foster care. The statistics speak for themselves: - More than 1 in 5 will become homeless within 18 months of emancipating. - Almost 50% of inmates in our prison systems have spent time in the foster care system. - Only half of aged-out foster youth obtain their GED or High School diploma by age 19. - Just 6% go on to earn a 2- or 4-year degree. In 2023, Roots & Wings members defied the odds: - 100% have a High School diploma. - 94% were employed. - 88% maintained a savings account. - 81% attended an educational, vocational, or certificate program. Join us at the Gala on October 17th, a crucial event that supports Roots & Wings in their mission. Your participation or donation can make a real difference. Learn more and contribute here: https://lnkd.in/enHAkd9U #RootsAndWings #YouthEmpowerment #SupportingFosterYouth #MakeADifference No alternative text description for this image
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On National Build Day, Alabama Professional Services and Sleep in Heavenly Peace joined forces to tackle a daunting issue: child bedlessness. This initiative aimed to provide hand-made beds to children who, without this support, would have to sleep on floors or couches, contributing to severe health and emotional challenges. Reflecting on my own experiences, I remember volunteering for community projects similar to this where we came together, rolled up our sleeves, and made a tangible impact. There’s something incredibly fulfilling about working collectively to uplift those in need—it's a reminder of the positive change we can create in our communities. Did you know that sleep deprivation can lead to hyperactivity, anxiety, and depression in children? The bedlessness crisis is real, and initiatives like these are crucial for fostering healthier futures for our youth. What can you do to contribute to this cause? Consider volunteering your time or donating to organizations that address these pressing issues. Together, we can bring hope and comfort to the lives of children. #ChildWelfare #CommunitySupport #Volunteer #SleepInHeavenlyPeace #AlabamaProfessionalServices #NationalBuildDay
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🥀Children have a remarkable capacity to help others, and their actions play a significant role in promoting kindness and compassion within society. Through acts of generosity, empathy, and friendship, children contribute to building a more compassionate world. Whether it's sharing toys with a classmate, comforting a friend who's sad, or participating in community service projects, these actions not only demonstrate their innate sense of humanity but also inspire those around them to follow suit. By engaging in these small yet meaningful gestures, children not only help those in need but also cultivate values that will shape their character and interactions as they grow. 🥀The impact of children's actions extends beyond immediate assistance, as their acts of kindness can ripple through communities and create a positive chain reaction. When children see others helping, they're more likely to be motivated to do the same, fostering a culture of caring and empathy. Additionally, their involvement in charitable activities helps them develop a sense of responsibility, awareness of societal issues, and a deeper understanding of the diverse needs of people around them. As they grow into adults, these experiences can lead to a lifelong commitment to making a difference and contributing to the betterment of humanity. In essence, children's efforts to help others not only directly benefit those they assist but also contribute to shaping a more compassionate and interconnected world for everyone. #HumanityMatters #SpreadKindness #BeTheChange #CompassionInAction #EmpathyMatters #TogetherForGood #MakeADifference #LoveAndServe #CaringCommunities #InspireHumanity #helpinghands #helpingothers
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#RealTalk I hate being on camera. So I prefer to create flashy graphics to explain our mission and spread the word instead of just saying the quiet parts out loud. But this morning while sitting on the porch drinking coffee with my dogs, I let my exhaustion and frustrations get the best of me. Not wanting to bring your kids to town halls or city council meetings or the polling station doesn’t make you a mean mom. In fact, society tells you that it makes you a considerate person. Here’s the quiet part that underlies every barrier we hit up against as an organization: no one wants to acknowledge the barriers created by caring for children. So enter my unscripted, unedited, un-hair or makeup done (🥴) question: how do we make people acknowledge the problem and, more importantly, care? #parenting #momlife #civicengagement #communityinvolvement #democracy #voting #nonprofit
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Every interaction can teach you valuable lessons you can carry forward into other areas of your life. Daniel Cakora here again to share some reflections. Vendavo offers 16 hours of annual paid volunteer time to each employee so we can all give back to causes that matter to us. But this is something my family does outside of that. This year I volunteered for the Jackson Chance Foundation, and this one really hit home for me. Jackson Chance Foundation assists families with NICU-bound children by covering parking fees. My son spent a significant amount of time in the NICU, so I know what that’s like. Not having to worry about expensive parking fees during such a trying time was a weight off our shoulders for my wife and me. It gave us the freedom to visit our son, step away to run errands, and come back to spend more time with him – all without additional financial stress layered atop everything else. This cause means so much to us that we set aside money on birthdays and the anniversary of our son’s “come home day” to make contributions. There are little lessons like that everywhere. Openings for solutions that can help make others’ days a little less stressful or a little easier. Opportunities that matter a lot to the people on the other end of the experience. As Benjamin Franklin said, “When you’re good to others, you’re best to yourself.” https://lnkd.in/g547y64Z #vendavo #employeetakeover #jacksonchance #jcf
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Charity Founder at Creating Memories, we are passionate about making the wishes of life limiting and terminally ill children come true locally within Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire.
This is simply why we do what we do !!! Memories are all we have and it is so important to be able to create them on a regular basis to keep us going, to remember the good times, enjoy life, be part of joy. When a child is unwell it is not so easy to be able to do that and we are here to help create memories that the whole family can look forward to and treasure always. We take so much in life for granted and it just shows how simple things can create so much joy as these children are living in the moment. So help us to create moments to treasure as it is only by working together that we can make the wishes happen and do this. Let's create moments the child can look back on and remember all the joy and fun had, which in turn can make them feel better if they are having a bad day. Lets make a difference in children's lives. #creatingmemories #localsupportinglocal #localsupport #makingadifferencetogether #bedford #bedfordbusinesses #childrenscharity #localcharitysupport #localcharity #givingback #givingbacktothecommunity #feelgood #givingbackfeelsgood #hertfordshire #hertfordshirebusiness #buckinghamshire #buckinghamshirebusiness #charitycommunity #workingtogether #makingithappen #childrenswish #childrenwithlifelimitingconditions #childrenswishes #helpingchildren #helpingchildrensparkle #helpingchildrenwithspecialneeds
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