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The Halo Awards are the highest recognition for outstanding corporate social impact initiatives. That's what makes it extraordinary that the Halos have recognized Arby's and the Arby's Foundation not once, not twice, but THREE times as Halo finalists for our work in 2023. 1. The Arby's Make A Difference Campaign is one of 3 finalists in the "Best Intersectional Initiative." 2. The Arby's School Lunch Debt Paydown Campaign was recognized as one of 6 finalists in the "Best JEDI Initiative." 3. The Arby's partnership with 3DE Schools was recognized as one of four finalists in the "Best Direct Service Initiative." While there are way too many people to formally recognize for this great work (I'd have to list nearly every single Arby's team member and franchisee), I do want to highlight the following groups for leading and executing this work: The Arby's Foundation Board: Andy D'Agosto, Lou Beccarelli, Mitchell Johnson, Jay Johnson, Anissa Mandell-Chance, Rita Patel, JoAnn Reilly, Stephanie Sentell. Also, grateful for the way Tony Lutfi led throughout his term before rolling off at the end of last year and for John Kelly's above and beyond support of the MADC campaign. The best Foundation team you can find anywhere: Jonathan Adams, Molly Anderkin, Ellis Baxter, Fawn Benberry, Emily Crawford, Jahari Fraser, Aimee Guanlao, Kristin Lutch, Catherine Stranberg, Ryan Van Sickle And, finally, Christopher Fuller for leading all of Inspire's philanthropic work across all of our brands. #EFG2024 #Impact #Makeadifference #CSR To learn more and/or to support this life-changing work:

Below is a repost from January of last year with some great suggestions as to how to start this year on the right foot. https://lnkd.in/eNFemtVW #fundraising #philanthropy #advice #Relationships 

During the past few weeks, Midwest Studies Group is honored to have been getting a lot of requests from those looking to start a Capital Campaign. Just a few tips to organizations looking to start one: 1) A Capital Campaign is like good BBQ . . . you need to cook it "low and slow". Don't rush into starting one. Take the time to do things the right way and have a plan in place. Don't get out there and start selling bricks and t-shirts. 2) Have you done a strategic plan and feasibility study yet? If not, these should be done. If you are wondering why, go back and read Number 1 above. If you need help with some questions we are happy to give some free advice. Just visit us at https://lnkd.in/dPDGjaw #fundraising #feasibilitystudies #nonprofit #capitalcampaign #strategicplanning

Looking to get bids for your next feasibility or program need assessment study? Midwest Studies Group would love to be considered but let us share this advice…… Whether you use MSG or another firm, keep in mind the prep work which needs done and that the second half of December can be difficult to get a hold of interviewees. So if you want your study completed before the end of the year, be sure to start the process now. #nonprofit #capitalcampaign #feasibilitystudies #strategicplanning #nonprofitleadership #fundraising https://lnkd.in/dPDGjaw

WellRight supporting First Tee's mission to positively impact young people from all backgrounds by offering educational programs that build character, teach life-enhancing values, and promote healthy choices through golf! The program uses golf to integrate key lessons of the game with life lessons, emphasizing Nine Core Values: honesty, integrity, perseverance, confidence, respect, responsibility, courtesy, judgment, and sportsmanship.

Exciting News from The King's Trust! 📯 I am delighted to share with you that King Charles III’s prominent charity, The Prince's Trust, has recently undergone a refreshing transformation, hence its new name - The King's Trust. 🤩 This rebranding initiative demonstrates the organization's commitment to growth, evolution, and continued impact in the community. Let's delve into what this news means and the potential implications it might have on the philanthropic landscape. 👑💼 ✨Embracing Transformation: The evolution of The Prince's Trust into The King's Trust reflects the organization's willingness to adapt to shifting social needs. As society evolves, so do the challenges faced by those less fortunate, and The King's Trust is poised to address these pressing issues. ✨Enhancing Legacy: This name change not only pays homage to the esteemed King Charles III but also breathes new life into the charity's enduring legacy. It reminds us that philanthropy should transcend time, harness its historical roots, and propel future generations towards positive change. ✨Expanding Reach: A new name often signals a growth trajectory, and The King's Trust is well-poised to broaden its reach and impact. With this transformation, the organization is set to increase its scale and influence, effectively making a difference in the lives of even more people. ✨Elevating Collaboration: Rebranding provides an opportunity to forge new partnerships and collaborations. This strategic move encourages diverse stakeholders to come together, align their efforts, and generate innovative solutions to address societal challenges on a larger scale. With this exciting rebranding effort, The King's Trust is charting a course towards an even more impactful future. I am thrilled to witness the positive changes and look forward to witnessing the charity's continued success in empowering individuals and transforming communities. 👏❤️ #TheKingsTrust #Philanthropy #Transformation #EmpoweringCommunities #PositiveChange

As you may have read in the press, Reading Football Club has reluctantly withdrawn from the Barclays Women’s Championship for the 2024-25 season, with the Women’s First Team now moving to Tier 5 of the Women’s Football Pyramid.    This came as a huge disappointment for all connected with the Club.    Whilst the Club recognises and encourages the huge rise in popularity and commercialisation of the Women’s game, it unfortunately does not have the required finances to increase investment into Reading FC Women.    The decision clearly impacts our community, gender equality and the Club’s heritage. Also, the progress of local women’s football.   Reading has been amongst the elite of the Women’s game for many years. Competing admirably alongside the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United in previous seasons despite being one of the only clubs outside of the Premier League.    Furthermore, we are proud of the role Reading FC Women has played in nurturing and developing the grassroots game, providing role models for young girls aspiring to become professional footballers and a pathway for those future stars to achieve a professional career within football.   This solution, however, does provide the Club with the opportunity to continue to operate a Women’s Football department, but this does require investment from parents and local businesses.   We are now evaluating the option to move the Under 14 and Under 16 Girls Academy to operate under Reading FC Community Trust with a similar structure and coaching team.    We want to ensure we continue our support for the girls who continue to demonstrate passion and commitment to football and have been selected by Reading FC to continue their football journey.   If you are a local business to Reading Football Club would you have budget to be able to support the Girls Academy for the 2024/25 season?   An investment of just £10,000 will ensure this becomes a viable option and not only will you be able to promote your support of a local community initiative but women’s football in general.   We would be happy to discuss what branding and sponsorship options you would require for your organisation.

While Kansas City secured victory last night, it's important to highlight some nonprofit wins from Super Bowl 58: 📌 The National Football League (NFL) donated $3M to over 100 Southern Nevada nonprofits dedicated to DEI, education, and health initiatives. 📌 Malcom Harris-Gowdie became the first Special Olympics Athlete to serve as a fully credentialed and paid Super Bowl reporter. 📌 3 faith-based nonprofit organizations broadcasted commercials valued at $7M/ad slot. Nonprofit fundraisers, please share your thoughts to these questions below: 1️⃣ Given the Super Bowl's substantial revenue estimates of $300M- $1.3B, should the NFL contribute more than $3M (or <1%) to charitable causes? 2️⃣ With over $600M in generated ad revenue, should CBS offer reserve commercial slots for nonprofits at highly discounted margins? 3️⃣ Given nonprofits' limited Super Bowl presence, should corporations showcase their nonprofit partners in their 30-60 second ads? #NonprofitFundraising #UnCharitable -- I’m Mike Esposito, a Hudson Ferris fundraising consultant looking to make fundraising insights and tips more engaging for nonprofit professionals. Follow me for more content like the above! Connect with me if you're looking for fundraising consulting, strategy support, or major gifts coaching.

As a fundraiser do you ever feel powerless to create any real change within your organization? If so, this blog post is for you! 👇

🚨 **Don't Miss Out on the Event of the Year!** ⛳️🎉 I attend golf tournaments every year, but as someone who isn’t an avid golfer, I often find myself at the wine or beer tastings portion of the tournament. This got me thinking – how many other commercial real estate and multifamily (we consider you part of the Commercial RE Industry) professionals in the DMV feel the same way? That’s when I decided to shake things up and create the **CRE Mini Golf Tournament** – a unique, fun, and charitable twist on traditional golf events. We found the perfect venue – 11 stories up, with stunning views of Tysons at the Capital One complex. But this event isn’t just about fun; it’s about giving back. We’ve partnered with the Family and Youth Initiative (DCFYI), a small yet mighty nonprofit that helps young adults age out of the foster care system. Your participation and support can make a significant difference in their lives. Last year, we raised $5,000 for FYI, and we’re aiming even higher this year! **Now, here’s where you come in.** We need your support to make this event a success! By becoming a sponsor, you’ll help us double our impact and gain fantastic visibility within the CRE and Multifamily community. 🎯 **Act fast!** Sponsorships are limited, and we expect slots to fill quickly. Don’t let this opportunity slip through your fingers. Secure your spot now and be part of something truly special. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/exjTWQwQ 📄 **[Download Our Sponsorship Flyer]** – Share it with decision-makers within your company! If you are a decision maker, please decide by supporting a great cause and a great opportunity for your team to do some fun team building. Let’s build relationships, have a great time, and make a real difference. See you on September 11th! 2025 Hosting companies: MG Moving Services Pothole Repair.com Renovia RESCON Restoration & Construction #CRE #multifamily #propertymangers #nonresidentialleasing#MiniGolf #CharityEvent #Networking #GiveBack #DMV #Sponsorship #FamilyYouthInitiative ⏳ Don’t wait – we need your help!