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Are you planning on incorporating community involvement or philanthropy into your wealth management strategy? Women often prioritize philanthropy and community involvement in their wealth planning. If this sounds like you, creating a plan that includes charitable giving and community support will align with your personal values and create a lasting impact. #Philanthropy #CommunityInvolvement #GivingBack

🤝 Philanthropy: It's not just about giving—it's about growing together. Learn how strategic charitable initiatives can become powerful platforms for next-gen professional development and family culture preservation. Watch to see how modern family offices are turning community outreach into multigenerational engagement. #FamilyOffice #Advisor

(An update for anyone interested in my son Charlie’s nonprofit, Pass the Bricks.) This momentum is amazing. The media coverage is definitely exciting: over 60 outlets in 10 countries, including last night’s segment on NBC Nightly News. But as I watch Charlie go on this journey, what strikes me most is the incredible outpouring of support he’s received. He's heard from hundreds of people - of all ages and life circumstances - who believe in his mission and just want to help. There are now “ambassadors” (what he’s calling the individuals, families, companies, schools, churches, etc. doing Pass the Bricks) in over 50 cities across the globe. And together they’re bringing “play” to thousands of kids. I’m so happy for him—yes, to have created something from scratch and to watch it scale, but especially because he gets to see first-hand a unique level of human kindness. For a teenager growing up in our chaotic, disconnected, cynical world, this is beyond meaningful. I know it will stay with him his entire life. If you’re still reading... 😉 THANK YOU, for all of the support so far and for spreading the word about Pass the Bricks. IF THE LI COMMUNITY WANTS TO HELP, Pass the Bricks still needs: -support from companies to help with cleaning, packaging, and shipping costs  -additional nonprofit partners (who can get Pass the Bricks sets to kids and families in need) -additional exposure to continue to spread the word THANK YOU AGAIN! https://lnkd.in/gGrvFPfp

Are you planning on incorporating community involvement or philanthropy into your wealth management strategy? Women often prioritize philanthropy and community involvement in their wealth planning. If this sounds like you, creating a plan that includes charitable giving and community support will align with your personal values and create a lasting impact. #Philanthropy #CommunityInvolvement #GivingBack

Sports Marketing can be so powerful 👍🏀 when done properly.

I promise I'll post about my actual job (we have a new video to share about Mainframe mod and GenAI!) but as summer winds to a close I wanted to share a charity opportunity related to Golf: https://lnkd.in/g2i6mqfG Ultimately this is about helping kids lead healthier lives and is related to the amazing work that Jack and Barbara Nicklaus have done across the world to help kids heal and thrive with their Play Yellow initiative. My Wife Ashley and her colleague Kelli are going to play 72 holes of golf in one day and they are going to make it rain birdies. If you have a bit of a gambling mindset, you can make a donation based on the number of birdies they're going to make. You can also make an up-front donation. Note that this is focused on Colorado - ask your local pro if something is happening near you! Why is this on LinkedIn? Two reasons - first - this is really the only social media I do. I do so little I don't know if this actually counts as social media. Second - having married a professional golfer I've learned a lot about golf that has surprised me. Watching Ashley and her friends and colleagues navigate a male-dominated world (5% of PGA professionals are women. 5%!) is in many ways a clearer lens to the same challenges we see in technology. The backlash we've seen in some pockets of the world against fostering inclusion - one person's opinion here - ignores the reality that a diversity of thought and opinion makes teams better. Here's a golf example - when you're taking a golf lesson, you are incredibly vulnerable and it can be intimidating - no single approach works for everyone. Finding a coach that resonates with you (and this can be especially hard for women coming to the game, or children wanting to learn) is critical to your experience. There is not a long line to draw between this phenomenon and what we see in technology as leaders, mentors and peers. Also, golf is fundamentally a game of integrity - I've seen remarkable examples of leadership and integrity on the course (look up "Sahith Theegala penalty" for an unbelievable example recently) and again it reminds me of all the things we try to do as leaders and professionals in business. I've always liked the phrase "integrity is what happens when no one is looking" and if golf can help me and others to model that, there's more to the game than I thought. Let me close by saying - for those in the Northern Hemisphere - enjoy the last gasps of summer, whatever brings you outside to do so!

As I work for National Capital Area Council, BSA, I know firsthand that Scouting has a positive impact on youth and our community. A recent study conducted by The Harris Poll shows that those who have been involved in Scouting as youth or adults have what we are calling a “Scouting edge.” Scouts and Scouting alumni are more likely to engage in positive behaviors and are more likely to act in ways that are considered ethical and moral. Scouting also develops one’s leadership abilities and the competency to help others accomplish their goals. Good citizenship and helping other people at all times are tenants of Scouting and are part of the program at every level. This study confirms that Scouts and alumni are significantly more likely to vote, volunteer in the community, and take an active role in charitable organizations. To learn more about the Scouting Edge: https://lnkd.in/dMN4ZR6K I invite you to join me in support of Scouting by - Joining. Volunteering. Donating. at www.ncacbsa.org #WeOwnAdventure #MyNCAC #ScoutingEdge #NCACScoutingEdge

Why Oregon Nonprofits Fail: Navigating the Challenges The path to creating a successful nonprofit in Oregon is paved with both good intentions and formidable obstacles. From the high cost of living to fierce competition for funding and the unpredictable forces of nature, organizations in the Beaver State face unique hurdles that can derail even the most passionate endeavors. But don't let these challenges discourage you. This eye-opening video dives deep into the harsh realities of starting a nonprofit in Oregon, offering valuable insights and strategies for overcoming them. Watch now: #oregonnonprofits #nonprofitchallenges #funding #Regulations #resilience #CommunityImpact #howtostartanonprofit #NonprofitSuccess #oregoncoast #MakeADifference #portland

The greatest investment you will ever make. Wise insight from a “human investment advisor”. Watch this TED talk to learn more and be inspired. Thanks Frank Patka and Changing Patterns, Inc for the important work you are doing. We support you and believe in you. https://lnkd.in/gVAr43DY

Are there unique characteristics to community-based, nonprofit boards that differentiate them from other boards? What are critical issues board members should be thinking about and how are those issues different for community-based nonprofit board members? How do we keep rowers rowing and steerers steering on community-based boards? These are just a few of the topics I’ll be discussing with SVP Chicago Partner Cindy Paulauskas and Liz Livingston Howard, Executive Director at Kellogg School Center for Nonprofit Management at Northwestern University, this Friday.   Spoiler alert: Board work is not the same … across the board … for all nonprofits. I’ll be sure to share our conversations once they’re available online. #philanthropy, #boardgovernance, #communitybased, #nonprofit, #NFPs