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December encourages us to reflect on the past year and spread joy as we approach the new one. One way people do this is by #GivingBack. 🌟 Check out our latest blog, “Caring Communities: The Power of Giving Back”, to hear how Harmony EAG members are giving back to their communities, and how you can, too. ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wPdT7 #GivingBack #HarmonyAcademy

🎄 Quick Tip: How Churches Provide Holiday Assistance 🎁 The holiday season can be overwhelming for many families. ❤️ Thankfully, churches are stepping in to spread love and joy by offering: 🎁 Gifts for children to brighten their holidays 🍲 Hot meals for families in need ❄️ Winter essentials like clothing and blankets 🌟 How to Access Help: Visit your local church or community center to learn about their holiday programs. Many have simple application processes to ensure no family goes without this season. Let’s make this holiday season a true Season of Giving! 🙏 #HolidayHelp #ChurchSupport #SeasonOfGiving

Rise and Shine, community! 🌞 Spark a change in your thoughts with stories that matter. Today we spotlight Kreta's fight against youth homelessness. A sleep-out event underscores the urgency—300 students need our attention. Let’s dive in! 🏠💡 #YouthHomelessness #AwarenessAction [Swipe 👉] 🛌 In Kreta, a bold sleep-out event brings the plight of 300 homeless students to light. 📢 Nebraska's community faces a critical challenge. 🔗 Full story & how to help: [Link in Bio] [Swipe 👉] 👊 Single actions spark waves of change—join the cause. 💬 Discuss: How can we support our youth better? ✨ Stay humble, stay positive, and use your voice for good. #CommunitySupport #MakeADifference [Swipe 👉] 🙌 Your awareness creates pathways for solutions. 📚 From temporary shelter to education—every step counts. 🤝 Share the message. Spread hope. #EducationIsKey #ActNow [Swipe 👉] 🤔 Know more, do more. Check the full story. 🖼️ Inspiring visuals at: [Link in Bio] 💖 Support Kreta’s students—let's be their strength! #SupportSystems #LocalHeroes [Swipe 👉] 👀 Eye-opening stats reveal the unseen struggles.

Anchoring Communities in Acts of Kindness: Schools are more than educational institutions; they’re civic centres—places where communities gather, connect, and support each other. Through initiatives like Samara Day, we recently witnessed how schools can lead in building stronger, more connected communities, by living out the Trust's vision of Reach Up, Reach Out. Samara Day was all about encouraging students to give back, performing acts of kindness that made a positive impact locally. It was a day when children came together to practice values that strengthen communities and enhance the locality. When schools lead with compassion, they inspire everyone around them. Here’s how Samara Day helped schools shine as civic centres: Building Empathy and Responsibility: Samara Day empowered students to serve their communities, fostering a lifelong commitment to civic engagement and social responsibility. Read more about the day here: https://loom.ly/5EwhThI Bringing Families and Community Members Together: On Samara Day, parents, teachers, and local organisations joined forces, deepening relationships and showing students the power of community collaboration. Creating a Lasting Impact: The acts of kindness on Samara Day created ripple effects that extended far beyond the classroom, reinforcing the idea that schools are places where communities can unite to make a difference. By championing schools as hubs of kindness, learning, and connection, we’re seeing the full potential of schools as civic centers—strengthening our communities one act of kindness at a time. #civiccenter #connectedcommunity #reachout #reachup #chester #cheshire #winsford # ellesmereport

🎅 Spread Joy with Community Holiday Traditions! 🕯️ The holidays are a wonderful opportunity to connect with your community and spread joy. Consider these engaging traditions: Volunteer Together: As a family, volunteer at a local soup kitchen or food bank to help those in need during the holiday season.  Participate in Giving Trees: Sponsor a family or purchase gifts for children through local giving tree programs, teaching the value of generosity.  Neighborhood Caroling: Gather friends and family to go caroling in your neighborhood, bringing festive cheer to your community.  Engaging in these activities fosters a sense of togetherness and highlights the true spirit of the season. How does your family give back during the holidays? Let us know in the comments! #CommunityTraditions #HolidayGiving #SpreadJoy #FamilyActivities #SeasonOfGiving

Losing your home in the wildfires isn’t just losing a building—it’s losing late-night conversations at the kitchen table, the plants you watered every morning, the echoes of laughter in the living room. It’s the ache of losing the little things—photos that told your story, corners of a house that knew your dreams. But in the face of devastation, something remarkable happens: #communities come together in extraordinary ways. Neighbors become family, strangers become lifelines. We see people opening their homes, sharing resources, and #volunteering tirelessly. Local businesses become relief centers, and schools transform into #shelters. The human spirit shines brightest in the darkest times. #disasterrecovery #LAFire #PalisadesFire #EatonFire #firesupport #communityaction #communitysupport #silverlining #disasterrelief Bright Harbor #resilience #human #brightharbor

Story after story from former foster youth reveals one truth: a caring adult can change a life. Whether it's a foster parent, teacher, coach, or Guardian Ad Litem, these individuals provide the love and support children need. ❤️ These stories show how one constant person can instill a sense of belonging and worthiness. Every child deserves to feel valued and know they are enough. Let’s be the change! We need more advocates and mentors to step up. If you can spare some time, consider volunteering with us. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gA3pbSRS

There are nine days left until Christmas and the holiday season is a powerful reminder that the most meaningful gifts often require sacrifice. True generosity isn’t about the size of the gift but the willingness to put others’ needs and happiness ahead of our own. Whether it’s giving time, energy, or resources, the act of giving from a place of selflessness creates lasting impact. I regularly donate to causes that make a direct impact in the lives of the less fortunate. Loaves and Fishes in Clarksville, TN is a organization that feeds the homeless of our community. It’s a organization open everyday except Sunday throughout the entire year. There is no judgement, no questions, just food and space. Citizens, businesses, volunteers, and church organizations sacrifice their supplies, time, and money to keep this place buzzing. In our professional lives, we have daily opportunities to embrace this mindset. It could be offering mentorship or support to a colleague by sharing your expertise or simply being present for someone who needs encouragement. These moments of sacrificial generosity, when we set aside our own priorities to help others, strengthen connections and foster trust in our teams. This season, let’s focus on giving in a way that makes a difference. When we dedicate ourselves to the joy or success of others, we not only enrich their lives but also create a ripple effect of positivity and growth. #Generosity #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture https://lnkd.in/gB2uAuJe

Hi LinkedIn family! I am on the Board of Directors for a non-profit. Help us support families opening their hearts and homes to children seeking stability, healing, and a sense of belonging. These families are dedicated to providing love, encouragement, and support for children who have faced difficult beginnings. Yet they face unique challenges from emotional wounds and attachment struggles to the relentless daily stress of life in transition. Together, we can empower them on this journey. Your partnership helps us: -Increase our dedicated staff & team -Maintain daily operations -Expand our online and in-person workshops, providing foster and adoptive families with essential tools for connection, resilience, and healing. -Launch Phase 2 Bonding Adventures: Support development of our adoptive family retreats through a beta group to create a strong foundation for future growth. Simply click on the picture below and order your t-shirt or sweatshirt to show your support! Together, we can create transformative experiences for families, offering them the support and resources they need to thrive. #foster #adopt #families #trauma #healing #support #fundraiser

🌟 Beyond the Leash: Building Bridges of Trust Through Innovative Youth and Dog Programs 🌟 At UnChained, we're transforming lives through the unbreakable power of the human-animal bond. Our unique approach empowers at-risk youth and gives rescue dogs a second chance, creating lasting change in our communities. 🐾 By partnering with local organizations in Monterey and Santa Cruz counties, we're addressing challenges faced by youth while offering evidence-based, impactful interventions. Our programs, which blend love, connection, and positive reinforcement, have achieved impressive outcomes: • 95% dog adoption rate within 30 days • 40.2% improvement in youth focus • 400+ youth served across multiple counties 💡 Want to be part of this transformation? Your support is crucial to advancing our mission. Click the link below to learn how you can contribute to creating brighter futures for both youth and dogs in our community:https://lnkd.in/gqFFAdfd Together, we can drive meaningful change—one connection at a time. 💛 #UnChained #SocialImpact #YouthEmpowerment #AnimalWelfare #CommunityTransformation #PositiveReinforcement #DogTraining #NonprofitPartnership #EvidenceBasedPrograms