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CTRL Matters pledges 10% of profits to charity   As the first year in my business is drawing to a close it is time to announce that CTRL Matters will pledge 10% of net profits to charity. The choice of my first employer was to a large extent influenced by the focus on social impact by the company. This is a topic that will also be present in CTRL Matters. As I am driven by efficiency and cost effectiveness, I choose to donate through Giving What We Can. Giving What We Can is an organization that researches the effectiveness of charities and assigns donations based on the amount available and the effectiveness ranking of the charities. Through the All Causes Bundle my donation gets spread over the chosen charities in 3 main areas. ·       Global Health and Wellbeing ·       Animal Welfare ·       Reducing global catastrophic risks (nuclear war, pandemics and AI harms)   Please note that if you want to donate to Giving What We Can from Belgium yourself, it is not a tax-deductible charity. I believe the efficiency gains achieved by the researched decision making outweigh the tax benefits. Giving What We Can allows me to have the donation attributed in the most efficient way while making sure I don’t have to do endless research myself. I invite everyone who is interested to read up on how Giving What We Can works here https://lnkd.in/eR7kcweU Given that we live in one of the richest countries in the world, it is also an eye-opener to fill in their “how rich am I” calculator: https://lnkd.in/eZzPXRth   So, what is the pledge?   The 10% pledge is CTRL Matters as a company making a public statement that it will donate 10% of net profits to (effective) charities. This creates accountability by the community that follows up on the donations. Giving What We Can manages a dashboard in which it tracks the donations from each of the pledges and reports on the impact of the community. So here it goes: "I, Jonas De Cock, recognise that CTRL Matters BV can use part of its profits to do a significant amount of good. I pledge that from 2024, CTRL Matters shall give at least 10% of net profits to whichever organisations can most effectively use it to improve the lives of others, now and in the years to come. I make this pledge freely, openly, and sincerely."

❇ PROMIZ: A Vision of Social Good by Lee Min-Ho ✅ Mission and Objectives: The mission of PROMIZ is to change the world together by addressing social, environmental, and humanitarian issues. The platform may be summarized as follows: 1. Raising Awareness: PROMIZ campaigns to spread awareness of urgent public issues and encourage proactive citizens. 2. Fundraise: We raise funds to support a great number of charity organizations and initiatives through product sales or events deployed by PROMIZ. 3. Community Engagement: PROMIZ encourages the fans of Lee Min-Ho to partake in charitable activities and act as good-will ambassadors 4. Sustainable Impact: PROMIZ focuses on long-term sustainable impacts, not just short fixes. Lee Min-Ho PROMIZ: Key Initiatives and Campaigns 1. PMZ Water 2. SAVE PMZ 3. PMZ Forest 4. PMZ Kids Lee Min-Ho PROMIZ: Challenges and Future Directions... 👉 https://lnkd.in/gp3N66k4 #promiz #socialgood #leeminho #visionofpromiz

Which water nonprofit is the best? The answer is… Last year I did some more research trying to answer this question. I wanted to find out updated info and/or hidden approaches I might not be aware of. Is it Water.org? I could be biased because I used to work there before. They have a unique proposition of mobilizing finance for WSS. Why not WaterAid? They are one of the longest lasting water nonprofits (founded in 1981). They have one of the largest footprint globally (22 countries). How about Water For People? They work with local stakeholders to build WASH solutions that last for generations. The list goes on. But the truth is “there is no best water nonprofit”. That’s my conclusion. During my research, I read Redundant Charities Book and learned that Splash International plans to shut down the org by 2030 (less than 7 years to go). This goal completely drew my attention to dig further on Splash (although I’ve known them for years). I’m a firm believer that nonprofits shouldn’t be there forever and must have an exist strategy at some point. My main takeaway was I felt very strong that our values aligned. It also reminded me of WaterSHED’s successful story. They closed down their work in Cambodia, after achieving what they were set to do. I’m happy with this discovery and will share what happened next in another post. PS I’m sharing this photo because Eric (Splash CEO)’s photo was the first thing I saw when I flipped the Redundant Charities Book open. Do you think it was a coincidence?

It's time for another #UNSDG and we're up to #SDG3: Ensure healthy lives and promote wellbeing for all at all ages. This must be one of the most applicable to our work as #landscape professionals, where so much of what we do as a community can hugely benefit the health and wellbeing (both physical and mental) of everyone. Caveat: when designed, delivered and maintained well! So, if you're looking for an SDG to embed into your business strategy, this is an excellent one to choose as much of your work is likely to support it already. A few more ideas: - Donate blood and/or register for organ donation - If you haven't already, adopt organic (chemical-free) practices in your own garden and landscape specifications and/or support charities like Garden Organic - Cycle/walk more and drive less - Opt to work on projects like this, beautifully designed by Elaine Cresswell https://lnkd.in/g6Hx_UQq

At Veel Mobility, Philanthropy is a key aspect of Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). While Veel CSR encompasses a broader range of activities, including environmental sustainability, ethical business practices, and community development, philanthropy focuses specifically on giving back to society through charitable donations, volunteering, and other forms of support. We believe that Philanthropy can be a powerful way for us to demonstrate our commitment to CSR, by: 1. Supporting causes that align with our values and mission 2. Giving back to the communities where we operate 3. Improving the lives of our customers, employees, and stakeholders 4. Enhancing our reputation and brand 5. Contributing to the greater good Our future vision of philanthropic activities that we may engage as part of our CSR efforts include: 1. Donating to charities or non-profit organizations 2. Sponsoring community events or programs 3. Establishing foundations or scholarship programs 4. Volunteering time and skills to benefit others 5. Providing disaster relief or humanitarian aid By incorporating philanthropy into our CSR strategy, Veel Mobility can make a positive impact on society, while also enhancing our reputation and contributing to a better world.

The holiday season is a time of magic, generosity, and reflection. It’s also the perfect moment to give back to the causes that inspire you. Whether it’s preserving nature, supporting your local community, or making a global impact, your contributions can transform the mission of a charity you love. If you’re ready to make a difference, here are six impactful ways to give:

At Veel Mobility, Philanthropy is a key aspect of Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). While Veel CSR encompasses a broader range of activities, including environmental sustainability, ethical business practices, and community development, philanthropy focuses specifically on giving back to society through charitable donations, volunteering, and other forms of support. We believe that Philanthropy can be a powerful way for us to demonstrate our commitment to CSR, by: 1. Supporting causes that align with our values and mission 2. Giving back to the communities where we operate 3. Improving the lives of our customers, employees, and stakeholders 4. Enhancing our reputation and brand 5. Contributing to the greater good Our future vision of philanthropic activities that we may engage as part of our CSR efforts include: 1. Donating to charities or non-profit organizations 2. Sponsoring community events or programs 3. Establishing foundations or scholarship programs 4. Volunteering time and skills to benefit others 5. Providing disaster relief or humanitarian aid By incorporating philanthropy into our CSR strategy, Veel Mobility can make a positive impact on society, while also enhancing our reputation and contributing to a better world.

#MotivationVideo! #LiveToGive! “Money is not the only commodity that is fun to give. We can give time, we can give our expertise, we can give our love, or simply give a smile. What does that cost? The point is, none of us can ever run out of something worthwhile to give. ~Steve Goodier Worth #Resharing: Barbara Vercruysse shares some amazing insight on giving and gives us the following: Here are six keyways to #giveback to society; 1. #RandomActsofKindness: Perform small acts of kindness 2. #EnvironmentalStewardship: Engaging in activities that promote sustainability and environmental conservation 3. #Advocacy: Speaking out on behalf of marginalized or underrepresented groups can help drive positive change: Raise awareness 4. #Community Engagement: Getting involved in local community projects, events, or initiatives can foster a sense of unity 5. #SocialEntrepreneurship: Starting a social enterprise or supporting businesses with a strong social mission can create sustainable solutions 6. #Volunteering: Donating one’s time and skills to various causes is invaluable. Whether it's mentoring, participating in community clean-ups, or supporting local charities, volunteering has a profound impact. If you're looking for a worthy cause to Give to, Donate at www.impactsierraleone.org #PleaseShareThisPost

Glasbren regenerates land and communities through food growing and nature education. Modern industrial farming is intensifying environmental damage and exacerbating climate change and food insecurity. Glasbren are showing that smaller scale, sustainable farms led by local communities offer a better way, addressing both local and global challenges while promoting mental and physical health. Glasbren recently expanded to a 134-acre farm, but they lack capacity to fully capitalise on this opportunity. Glasbren will use our funding to hire a Social Enterprise Coordinator to enhance fundraising, grow volunteers and develop partnerships, including with those already queuing up to partner. This will help them to scale their operations sustainably, fully utilise their new site, and increase their social and environmental impact. Learn more about charities and social enterprises on our website. #BackedByTheFore #smallcharities #socialchange #socialjustice #funding #socialenterprise #charities #inequality #grantmaking