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Teaching children about good citizenship isn't just about making them better individuals. It's about nurturing them to become active participants in shaping a positive world. To learn about the Charity for Change Program, please visit https://buff.ly/47pfaV2 #CharityforChange #charactereducation #citizenship #afterschoolprogram #summerprogram #ElementaryEducation #beagoodcitizen

The face of hope for a better future 🙌 Our Preventing Prostitution Post Covid project helps women and girls from red light areas get back on their feet post-pandemic and decrease risk of being exploited. The girls in our network continue to excel through this project and have achieved numerous academic and extracurricular awards.Learn more about our projects and consider donating, today. Link in the bio! #IKickAndIFly #EndHumanTrafficking @ruchiraagupta

Exposure to Violence: Children in poverty face a heightened risk of exposure to community violence, with profound and lasting effects on their mental and emotional well-being. The harsh realities of impoverished neighborhoods often subject these children to traumatic experiences, shaping their perceptions and impacting their psychological resilience. Addressing the root causes of violence in these communities is crucial, as it not only ensures the immediate safety of children but also works towards breaking the cycle of generational trauma associated with childhood poverty. -------------- Please donate today here Find out how you can make a difference: www.joyafrica.foundation [email protected] #joyafricafoundation #givejoytoday #givejoyeveryday #charity #nonprofit #donate #love #fundraising #community #support #help #volunteer #giveback #donation #fundraiser #education #dogood #children #socialgood #givingback #donations #philanthropy #hope #makeadifference #charityevent #helpingothers #nonprofitorganization #childhoodpoverty #childreninpoverty #homelesschild #streetchildren #orphans

Emotional Stress and Anxiety Childhood in poverty breeds chronic stress and anxiety, stemming from unstable living conditions, financial insecurity, and exposure to violence. These harsh circumstances challenge the emotional resilience and mental well-being of these children, creating a daunting backdrop for their formative years. The constant threat of instability not only affects their immediate emotional states but also has enduring consequences on their ability to cope with life's challenges. Breaking this cycle demands comprehensive efforts to alleviate the systemic stressors that afflict children in impoverished environments. -------------- Please donate today here Find out how you can make a difference: www.joyafrica.foundation [email protected] #joyafricafoundation #givejoytoday #givejoyeveryday #charity #nonprofit #donate #love #fundraising #community #support #help #volunteer #giveback #donation #fundraiser #education #dogood #children #socialgood #givingback #donations #philanthropy #hope #makeadifference #charityevent #helpingothers #nonprofitorganization #childhoodpoverty #childreninpoverty #homelesschild #streetchildren #orphans

Impact on Cognitive Development: Poverty stifles the cognitive development of children by depriving them of stimulating environments, educational resources, and opportunities for intellectual growth. The absence of enriching experiences and learning tools creates a significant disadvantage, hindering their ability to reach their full cognitive potential. To break this cycle, it is imperative to address systemic issues, ensuring that all children, regardless of economic background, have equal access to the resources and opportunities that foster robust cognitive development, laying the groundwork for a more equitable future. -------------- Please donate today here Find out how you can make a difference: www.joyafrica.foundation [email protected] #joyafricafoundation #givejoytoday #givejoyeveryday #charity #nonprofit #donate #love #fundraising #community #support #help #volunteer #giveback #donation #fundraiser #education #dogood #children #socialgood #givingback #donations #philanthropy #hope #makeadifference #charityevent #helpingothers #nonprofitorganization #childhoodpoverty #childreninpoverty #homelesschild #streetchildren #orphans

Housing Instability: Frequent changes in residence and overcrowded living conditions, common in poverty, disrupt a child's sense of stability. This instability not only affects their ability to concentrate on education but also impedes the development of a strong sense of belonging. The transient nature of their living situations creates hurdles in forming lasting connections and establishing a foundation for academic success. Addressing housing instability is pivotal in providing a stable environment where children can thrive academically and emotionally, breaking the cycle of instability associated with childhood poverty. -------------- Please donate today here Find out how you can make a difference: www.joyafrica.foundation [email protected] #joyafricafoundation #givejoytoday #givejoyeveryday #charity #nonprofit #donate #love #fundraising #community #support #help #volunteer #giveback #donation #fundraiser #education #dogood #children #socialgood #givingback #donations #philanthropy #hope #makeadifference #charityevent #helpingothers #nonprofitorganization #childhoodpoverty #childreninpoverty #homelesschild #streetchildren #orphans

YOU CAN HELP! For 325 days (and Counting) I've raised the alarm that youth 10 to 19 have no emergency #safe housing anywhere in Ocean or Monmouth County, NJ. CLCL Foundation has innovative solutions to address and end youth homelessness, plus supports for families, caregivers, and resource parents. As a former foster and adopted youth and teen runaway, I know how powerful interventions can be in creating better outcomes. You can help BE THE CHANGE by donating to the registered 501(c)(3), Choose love. Celebrate life. A Foundation for Youth and Families, Inc. Or joining the CLCL team to create evidence-based, trauma-informed, antiracist and inclusive programs. Only together can we have enough wisdom to do this is right way -- the better way. https://clclfoundation.org

Do you remember those excursions you took in primary school? How about when you had someone come in an speak to you about mental health? Remember the fun you had and how much you learned. Now imagine not being able to have this chance because the school can’t afford to send you. It's really important to have these experiences throughout school but lots of schools aren’t as lucky to be able to afford to run these programs on their own. With your help we can give these students the chance to have these experiences. Every dollar helps students get experiences they wouldn’t get just because of where they live. Right now all donations are doubled. For $30 you can ensure a student can attend an excursion, for $45 you can ensure 6 children get to attend an in-school session on wellbeing, for $400 you can pay fund half the cost of transport for a whole class. Donate now to double your impact. Donate at https://lnkd.in/g2nyQT-d

BRA-VO! Your generous support for hashtag #smallsforall from our request for donations will make a difference. Learn more about how you're helping at www.smallsforall.org. Read all about the impact of your donations and where they are going. "Smalls for All® is a charity that collects new pants and new or gently worn (laundered) bras for people in Africa and the UK who can’t afford or can’t get any. Because dignity matters. Giving pants and bras may seem like a small thing, but it can make a life-changing difference. For example, each month many teenage girls miss school and women miss work because having no pants means they’re forced to stay at home during their period. Boys and men need pants too, with requests coming from, for example, homeless charities and school banks. In Africa, we help those living in orphanages, slums, IDP (internally displaced persons) camps, and schools, as well as those in hospitals suffering from medical conditions like obstetric fistula. In the UK, we help charities and organisations supporting the homeless and people living in poverty or straitened circumstances. Every pair of brand-new pants and every new or gently worn bra you send helps us make a difference to someone’s life. As does every penny you’re able to give or raise for us to help carry out our work" #CharitySupport #DonateForGood #kidsEducation #CommunityImpact #NonprofitOrganisation #SocialGood #EducationForAll #GivingBack #CharityInitiative

Social Isolation: Economic disadvantage often thrusts children into social isolation, subjecting them to stigma, discrimination, and exclusion from communal activities. The weight of poverty not only impacts their financial standing but also hampers their social development, leaving them on the fringes of social circles. Overcoming this challenge necessitates fostering inclusive environments that mitigate the social barriers imposed by economic disparities, allowing every child the opportunity to build meaningful connections and develop crucial social skills. -------------- Please donate today here Find out how you can make a difference: www.joyafrica.foundation [email protected] #joyafricafoundation #givejoytoday #givejoyeveryday #charity #nonprofit #donate #love #fundraising #community #support #help #volunteer #giveback #donation #fundraiser #education #dogood #children #socialgood #givingback #donations #philanthropy #hope #makeadifference #charityevent #helpingothers #nonprofitorganization #childhoodpoverty #childreninpoverty #homelesschild #streetchildren #orphans