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🚨 Did You Miss Out on Yesterday’s Life-Changing Event? 🚨 I know so many of you had prior family or work commitments and couldn’t join us for the Take A Hike Build A School event here in Phoenix, Arizona, through the LYNK Foundation. Your messages, emails, texts, and calls over the last 24 hours have been overwhelming—and truly heartwarming. Here’s the good news: my team and I are already meeting virtually for our Debriefing Team Collaboration Meeting, and one of our top priorities is locking in the date for our next Take A Hike Build A School Hiking Fundraiser in 2025 right here in Phoenix! 🔥 This is your chance to be part of something extraordinary. Imagine hiking alongside heart-centered, like-minded people, creating memories, building connections, and leaving the mountain knowing you’ve made a difference in the world. ⏳ Space is limited. We can only take a set number of hikers, and trust me, this event will SELL OUT EARLY. The energy, the purpose, and the impact are truly unmatched, and I don’t want you to miss out again. 📸 Stay tuned for photos and videos from yesterday’s event—they’ll show you just how powerful and transformative this day was. 🎯 Don’t wait for the last minute to commit to the next one. Watch for the date announcement, and get ready to secure your spot the moment it goes live. Visit HikingFundraiser.com for updates and to make sure you’re on the list to be the first to know. 👉 This is your chance to make a difference, join a global community, and experience something unforgettable. Don’t let another opportunity pass you by! #TakeAHikeBuildASchool #LYNKFoundation #HikingFundraiser #MakeAnImpact

Happy National Rivers Month! Ways to Celebrate: 🛶 Enjoy a local river - maybe try a new water sport like canoeing or paddle boarding. Practice meditation or mindful movement by a river. These activities will do wonders for your mental and physical health! 🗑️ Do a cleanup - be a river steward by participating in or leading a cleanup. Remember to bring trash bags, and use work gloves to protect your hands from sharp and dirty items. 👥 Organize a meetup - arrange an event to celebrate your local river with friends and community members. Try something simple like hosting your next book club meeting by the river. Expand your reach by contacting a local environmental non-profit or rowing club to collaborate on a river-focused event. 📑 Research local river heritage - this month is a great time to learn about the history of your local river. How was it used by indigenous people, and how did these uses evolve through today? #nationalriversmonth #riverheritage #rivers #riverconservation #stewardship

Moving to a small town like Dunlap, TN can be a big change, but it's also an amazing opportunity to truly become part of a community. Here are some simple ways to get involved and make connections: 1️⃣ Attend Local Events: Check out fairs, farmer's markets, or town festivals. These events are perfect for meeting neighbors and learning about your new town. 2️⃣ Volunteer: Whether at a local animal shelter or food pantry, volunteering is a great way to make friends and give back to the community. 3️⃣ Join Clubs or Groups: Whether it's a book club, hiking group, or a sports team, being part of a group is a fantastic way to feel at home quickly. 4️⃣ Support Local Businesses: Visit local cafes, restaurants, or shops. You'll not only support local owners but also meet others who call this town home. Making these small steps can help you feel settled and part of your new community. 🏡 Have you recently moved to a small town? What helped you feel at home? 🌟

Talk about transparency — donors can see where their dollars go through photos, videos, and even GPS coordinates. Learn more on the latest episode of That’s What C! Said. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/guGk5RMk #nonprofitmarketing #nonprofitcommunications

Think of fundraising like gardening. 🌱 You can’t expect a garden to flourish if you’re just watching it from a distance. To truly see it thrive, you’ve got to dig in, get your hands dirty, and tend to each plant with care. It’s the same with fundraising. You can’t just talk about the mission from the comfort of your office. If you've never come face to face with the need your organization is trying to meet, can you really convince yourself to passionately advocate for it? You need to immerse yourself in the need.💯 Only then can you nurture real, meaningful connections with your donors based on a mutual desire to support your cause. Want to dig deeper on this topic? Read our blog post, "Get Your Hands Dirty." https://lnkd.in/eYukjPkk Do you have a story about the time you came face to face with the need? Tell us all about it!👇👇 #nonprofitfundraising #fundraisingleaders #nonprofitleadership #donorengagement #philanthropy #nonprofitmanagement #leadershipdevelopment #nonprofitgrowth

Make a Difference: Choose Your Cause, Change a Life Are you passionate about making a tangible impact but unsure where to start? Here’s an opportunity to support the causes that resonate most with you. "Empower Change: Your Cause, Your Impact" Donation Drive At Seva Satkar Foundation , we believe in empowering donors to direct their generosity to the initiatives closest to their hearts. Whether it's education, healthcare, environmental conservation, or community development, you have the freedom to choose where your contributions go. Why Donate with Us? ✅ Transparency:Know exactly how and where your donation is making an impact. ✅ Personalized Giving: Support specific projects and track their progress. ✅ Community Focus:Join a community of like-minded individuals committed to positive change. Every donation, no matter the size, can make a significant difference. Together, we can create a brighter future for all. Ready to make an impact? Visit https://lnkd.in/g8SdByCP to choose your cause and donate today. Steps to follow for donation: 1. Click on the above link 2. Choose your cause for which you want to make the donation 3. Select or write the amount you want to donate and provide your details (name, contact details, etc) 4. Make the payment. Share this post and encourage your friends and family members who are also interested in social development, to support and make donations. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support. Your commitment to making the world a better place inspires us all☺️👏🏻 #Philanthropy #NonProfit #GiveBack #ChooseYourCause #MakeADifference #DonateForACause #SocialDevelopment

🌞 As we bid goodbye to July, let's welcome August with open arms and organized homes! Whether you're prepping for back-to-school or just eager to embrace the fall, an organized home can make the transition smoother. So, we've cooked up some fun and actionable tips to help you declutter, clean, and organize: 1️⃣ Car Cleanout: Start with a car decluttering session because a tidy car equals a happy commute! 2️⃣ Sports Calendar: With fall sports around the corner, create a family sports calendar to keep track of all the games and practices. 3️⃣ Shed Organization: Get your shed fall-ready by organizing your tools and garden equipment. 4️⃣ Basement Bonanza: Basements often become a catch-all for clutter. Take some time this month to sort, donate, or toss items you no longer need. Remember, it's not about perfection, it's about progress. Start small and celebrate each victory along the way. Got questions or need more tips? Drop us a DM or leave a comment below. We're here to help! #AugustOrganizationChallenge #HomeOrganization #BackToSchool #FallReady #DeclutterAndDestress

Looking for new ways to boost your school's #fundraising? Here are 10 ideas that might just do the trick: 🧺 Each class creates a themed basket to auction off. 🎨 Turn your gym into an art gallery for a night and get parents to bid. 🍪 Sell a school cookbook—everyone loves Grandma's cookies, right? 🎤 Host a stand up comedy night with students, parents, and guests. 🌎 Dress up and celebrate diversity with a cultural day. 🍿 Host a themed movie night at school. 🎵 Dance the night away during a silent disco. 🌻 Sell plants and flowers grown by the school’s gardening club. 🗝️ Design an escape room and charge entry fees for groups. 🐶 Organize a community event where families can show off their pets. Do you need help pulling it all off? Silent Auction Pro can help manage these events smoothly so you can focus more on the fun and less on the fuss.

Below is my interesting biometric WHOOP data for July 4th, a day that included working an 8-hour shift as a Sauna Master. Executive Brief: You burn a shocking number of calories spending that much time in the sauna. Why? Increased heart rate, sweating, thermoregulation, elevated metabolism, post-sauna calorie burn as the body works harder to cool down and return to a normal state. Job Responsibilities: Ensured the wood-burning sauna was kept warm with optimal humidity. Entertained guests in the sauna with stories and sauna facts. Kept cold plunge stocked with ice. Whoop Data: Strain: 19.4 (strain between 18 and 21 represents near maximal cardiovascular load). Calories Burned: 5,135 Average Heart Rate: 94 (30-day average is 73 bpm) Resting Hear Rate: 75 (30-day average is 59 bpm) Heart Rate Variability: 61 ms (30-day average is 62)

🌱 The Power of the First Step Success doesn’t happen overnight, and often, it starts with one small step. Whether it’s volunteering at a local food bank, helping out at an animal shelter, or offering your skills to a community project, every contribution matters. 🌍 💬 What small step can you take today to make a difference? Share your thoughts below and inspire others! "The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." — Lao Tzu Don’t wait for the perfect moment. Start now, no matter how small, and watch your impact grow! #StartSmall #MakeADifference #Volunteering #FirstStep #CommunityImpact