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Did you know that every time you shop on Walmart.com, you can round up your change and donate it to the Uplift Foundation of Nevada? Learn how small acts can lead to big impact at #WalmartSparkGood https://lnkd.in/gM-NEEiT

Last week, my family spent a couple of days up north helping my husband, Don Riedthaler and the Ignite Northwest team, in their company’s test kitchen make and package meals for hungry kids. Between Don and I having worked decades in the restaurant industry, owning a restaurant of our own and having Don (aka Dad) as the primary cook at home, we have an abundance of food surrounding us, especially around the holidays. It felt so good (thanks to the powerful happiness hormone, oxytocin) to spent time in service to others. In the process, I noticed 3 benefits that parallel the neuroscience research in this article written by Brian de Lottinville  https://lnkd.in/ggG4wUY3   1.    Synergy 2.    Cooperation 3.    Connectedness   More benefits observed:   1.    Empathy 2.    Laughter and play 3.    Conversation 4.    Future strategic planning and decision making   It’s no wonder companies invest in team building where bonds can be formed. Though, upon reflection, the experience of helping others (for me) trumped some of the more prescriptive team building activities I’ve witnessed or participated in (karaoke bars, and escape rooms come to mind). What has your experience with team building been, and what are the possibilities for designing these opportunities with others in mind?   If neuroscience fascinates you too, check out this article by Ritvo who writes about the neurochemical drivers of happiness:  Dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin make up the Happiness Trifecta in this article:   https://lnkd.in/gqrX5QDA

It's all about hitting 'donate' like you'd heart a post. You're swapping those giant charity giants for hometown heroes. And it's awesome because your bucks stop where your heart beats—in your community. Follow us @BGiving! #LocalImpact #CommunityGiving #BeTheChange #BGivingRevolution #GrassrootsGivers #ImpactDriven #CommunityChampions #EmpoweringNonprofits #GivingCircle #CharitableGiving, #ImpactfulPhilanthropy, #CommunityEngagement, #SocialImpact, #NonprofitSupport, #TechForGood, #TransparencyInGiving, #EmpowerCommunities, #AmplifyVoices, #MakeADifference

Did you know that today is Giving Tuesday? Check out the great post below from Utterly Uncluttered LLC for ideas/tips on how you can not only organize your space, but use what you declutter to help those in need! 🙌

Cheeky has always supported and given generously to causes. All year on every order we donate 3% of the sale to non-profits that make a difference in our watery world — we call it Tip the Waters. This is true for online orders and at buying from your local fly shop. When you make a commitment to Cheeky product, the least we can do is leave the tip. As 1% For the Planet members we apply the the same certified framework for all 3% of our giving commitment. So go ahead big tippers, when you choose Cheeky, we will Tip the Waters. Together we can pool our tips and turn the tide in favor of the watery world. https://lnkd.in/gKAaUsmV #CheekyFishing #FlyFishing #GivingBack #1PercentForThePlanet #3PercentTipTheWaters #GetCheeky

When it comes to making a difference, donations come in many forms! Be it volunteering your time, donating goods, or sharing your skills, every contribution counts. At Pledge Software, we believe in the power of giving in all its forms. Let's spread kindness and make a positive impact together! #Donations #GivingBack #PledgeSoftware

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Ready to make a real difference? 🌟 Follow these steps and see how your support uplifts local charities. Every action counts!👏 Join the movement at www.BGiving.one 🚀 #LocalCharities #SocialImpact #BeTheChange #CharitableGiving, #ImpactfulPhilanthropy, #CommunityEngagement, #SocialImpact, #NonprofitSupport, #TechForGood, #TransparencyInGiving, #EmpowerCommunities, #AmplifyVoices, #MakeADifference

Today is Giving Tuesday! 🗓️🤩 Created in 2012, Giving Tuesday is a worldwide movement that encourages people to do good for others and for their communities. While it’s easy to think of “giving” as making a cash donation, the true spirit of Giving Tuesday is to inspire acts of generosity of every shape and size. How big is this global day of giving? In the U.S. alone, more than 35 million people participated in Giving Tuesday 2021 events, raising $2.7 billion—a 9% increase over 2020 and a whopping 37% increase over 2019. However, non-cash acts of generosity increased beyond 2020 figures as well, according to the network. Donations of goods like clothing and food were up 8%, and volunteering increased by 11%. Check out this link for more info about giving Tuesday and how you can be involved: https://lnkd.in/ggi3sYDF Want to learn more about local non-profit organizations that you can support? Check out this link from KUT that highlights a new local non-profit every month! https://lnkd.in/gwhgDbFy

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