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We’re celebrating National Volunteer Week! At COUNTRY, serving our community is not just something we do; it’s part of who we are. That’s why we’re dedicated to fostering a culture that allows employees to give back to causes they care about. In 2023, COUNTRY employees donated more than 20,000 hours using their Volunteer Time Off benefit. As we honor National Volunteer Week, we want to hear from you! What organizations do you volunteer with? Share in the comments below and tag them. #ExperienceMore #NationalVolunteerWeek #Volunteer #VolunteerTimeOff

Hello LinkedIn Network! Today is Giving Tuesday and I have a few causes that I'd love for you to consider supporting. In no particular order: 1) I'm a member of Empowering Pathways, a grassroots non-profit giving circle that launched in 2022 with the mission of advancing equity in marginalized and underserved communities. All contributions today are being matched, up to $50! If you'd like to join our giving circle (and I would encourage you to do so!), members are a part of four meetings per year and donate $25 monthly. We focus on health, financial inclusion, and K-12 education and have made three grants to date. More info and join here: https://lnkd.in/gJPCKbcZ 2) I'm a board member over at Lloyd EcoDistrict and I cannot speak higher of their team and the impact they've been making in Portland's Lloyd District. As the 1st certified EcoDistrict in Oregon, LED aims to make Lloyd the most sustainable neighborhood in North America by engaging the community, forming partnerships, and developing programs built on the pillars of equity, resilience, and climate protection. Just this morning, I had the pleasure of participating in one of their park cleanups. Help Lloyd EcoDistrict hit their $10,000 fundraising goal and if you give today, you could win a trip for two to Guatemala! Donate here: https://lnkd.in/gXTHxQFQ 3) Usually around this time of year, I'll do a sale for Mudge's birthday with Mudge Fudge. As you've probably been hearing from a lot of other small businesses, money is tight! So this year, I'm offering 20% off fudge orders to anyone who donates to Mudge's dog rescue, STREET SAVVY DOG RESCUE. Just send me a message with your donation receipt and I'll send you a code! Donate here: https://lnkd.in/g9QtWzEu 4) I'd be remiss not to mention Clackamas Service Center Inc. They're incredible. I don't even have the words to express how great the team is and the services they provide. I'm honored to consider them "co-workers" since I share their kitchen for Mudge Fudge. I just placed a big order of new kitchen supplies for them and it would mean so much to me if you would support their work as an inclusive "one-stop" community center for individuals and families seeking food relief and resources for improved health, dignity, and stability. Donate here: https://cscoregon.org/ Thank you!

Storytelling time. :) While working for Generali Employee Benefits - GEB in Prague (04/2014-01/2020), I brought a hamburger-shaped piggy bank to the office. I always tried, in every workplace, to make it more humane - to make it feel a bit like it's mine. I wasn't used to carrying coins - in my home country, their value is low, so people tend to use banknotes when paying cash. So I always put my Czech coins in that piggybank and encouraged my colleagues to do so as well. Well, like I always say, all good things come to an end... so better things can follow. I loved that job in Generali - I loved the crazy-diverse people I worked with, all the things I learned in my ten years and three countries with the company, and I loved all the traveling I got to do in the many countries I supported in our region and around the world. When the time came for me to leave - I quit Corporate to travel the world and run my own EntrepreneurShip activity - I had this heavy piggybank full of coins. I knew I wanted to do something impactful with that cash. I always felt, deep within my gut, mind, and heart, that humanity cannot progress if, at an individual level, we only look after ourselves. The world is bleeding when we don't care about others, too. But I didn't know what to do. So I did what I do when I lose my compass: I looked within. Poverty is one of my greatest fears. Growing up in a post-communist country in the 90s, I have seen poverty high and low. I have seen inequality, corruption, and addiction at school, in traffic, and so on. My Mum worked for many years in an orphanage, and I often volunteered with an NGO there since I was 14 years old, so I saw firsthand what poverty does to a family and what it means not to have the means to support oneself. I felt the impact of a society that allows its people to fall through the cracks. But back to 2019. After searching within, I did the next best thing: I started searching online for a cause to support. I came across what was then a Czechs and expats Facebook group supporting a group of homeless people in Prague by giving hot meals outside the main train station every Saturday afternoon and occasionally donating clothes. If you ever thought that it takes many to have an impact, yes, you are right. But it takes just a handful of people to have the initiative and a few more to believe in them - good deeds, no matter how small, stack up. :) In 2019, I took my 300 EUR worth of coins to the bank and turned them into an idea that evolved into a campaign to buy 83 sleeping bags for our homeless friends. That Facebook group became an NGO called FriendShip Prague - it has a board, a regular volunteer group, processes in place, strategic collaborations, and so on. ➡️➡️➡️ Find out more & and support us here: https://lnkd.in/exAqm9x4 (you can donate your time, skills, and/or finances).

"A community is like a ship, everyone ought to be prepared to take the helm." - Henrik Ibsen In preparation for our episode of Generosity Experience Live today and my workshop on turning Giving Day supporters into recurring givers, I've also had to balance that not everyone participates in a Giving Day or even knows what I mean by that. I'm going to link to a good overview of the differences between #GivingTuesday and a community giving day, but here's the thing - we have opportunities to turn casual donations into sustainable support at any stage of the generosity experience, not just an organized giving day. These are all just channels—ultimately, people will respond to what is relevant, make them feel they did something important, and make them feel they are part of a bigger movement. You create opportunities for a generosity moment every single day - whenever your founder speaks in front of a crowd about your mission, an organized volunteer day, or a peer-to-peer fundraising event. No matter what, you can tap into that passion and turn it into community building. It isn't about the money, it's about the connection. Who will I see today or tomorrow to dive into this further?

It is not easy for an organization to generate continued community engagement Through the week, we will look at tips for boosting community interaction to help make your organization successful! 🌟🤗 #CommunityEngagement #NonprofitImpact #Tax990 #NonProfitEducation

Community involvement isn't just a phrase we toss around lightly, it's a heartfelt commitment etched deep into our corporate DNA. Our team recently devoted their time and energy to a noteworthy cause - volunteering at a local charity event. Going beyond the four walls of our office, we embraced the joy and fulfillment that comes from making a difference in the community. This isn't a one-off act of charity. It's a pledge to bring about positive change, one small step at a time. Our journey extends beyond the confines of our business. It's about impacting lives, spreading kindness, and fostering a spirit of togetherness. Because at the end of the day, we are more than just a company. We are part of a community. We're inviting you to join us in our mission - to reach out, uplift, and inspire. Give back to your community, because every act of kindness, no matter how small, makes a world of difference. Remember, a thriving community is the foundation of a thriving business. Let's make a positive impact together.

Embrace Giving Tuesday with Outlook (Aust) Ltd - A Step Towards Inclusivity Click on the below image to #give #donatetoday Today, on Giving Tuesday, we stand together to celebrate generosity and compassion. At Outlook (Aust) Ltd every act of giving is a step towards realising our vision – "An inclusive society for all." This special day amplifies our belief that #inclusivity isn't just a concept, but a tangible, achievable goal with your support. Our commitment to #inclusivity goes beyond words. It is reflected in the diverse range of programs and initiatives that Outlook (Aust) Ltd undertakes. From supporting individuals in their professional and personal development to fostering community engagement and enhancing quality of life, our efforts are multifaceted and deeply impactful. As we join the global community in celebrating #givingtuesday we reflect on the power of collective action. Your generosity, whether in the form of donations, volunteering, or spreading awareness, fuels our #vision It enables us to reach out to more people, break down barriers, and build a society that #values and #includes everyone. Today, as you consider your Giving Tuesday contributions, we invite you to support Outlook (Aust) Ltd Together, we can make a tangible difference in the lives of many. Your support will help us continue our work in areas such as accessibility, employment support, and community engagement, all geared towards creating an inclusive society for all. Let's unite under the banner of generosity and inclusivity this Giving Tuesday. Click on the image below to #donate #give #givingtuesday2023 #OutlookAustraliaFoundation #inclusivitymatters #GenerosityInAction #EmpowermentThroughGiving #SupportDiversity #communityfirst #EveryContributionCounts #TogetherForInclusivity #AustraliaGives

Have you ever felt like something was missing from you life? Perhaps you’ve recently realized you are so engrossed in your life and how well you are doing you missed seeing how someone close to you was struggling. Or maybe you have a teenager and are remembering how hard it was growing into the person you are today. If anyone of this resonates considering volunteering and giving back to your community. #volunteer #community #givingback #supportingyouth #youthempowerment #youthleadership #mentoring