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Small acts of kindness can create a big impact by: Enhancing well-being: They make people happier and less stressed. Encouraging more good deeds: Kindness often leads to more acts of generosity. Strengthening community bonds: They help build trust and relationships within the community. A little kindness goes a long way in making the world a better place. 🌼

Supporting Our Moreton Bay Community: A Call to Action for Local Businesses In the heart of Moreton Bay, our community thrives on the spirit of support and unity. As local businesses, we are uniquely positioned to make a significant impact in the lives of those around us. It’s more than just commerce; it’s about compassion. We invite you to join us in an initiative that goes beyond transactions – to transform lives. If you have resources to spare, consider offering them to someone in need. It’s not about giving a handout; it’s about giving a hand up. Together, we can foster a community where generosity becomes the cornerstone of our local economy. Let’s show the world that in Moreton Bay, we don’t just do business – we do good. #MoretonBay #MoretonBayRegion #MoretonBayCares #CommunitySupport #LocalBusinessesGivingBack #HandUpNotHandOut #UnityInMoretonBay

Rallying for VOCA Funding at California's State Capitol May 30, 2024 As a social worker, certified sexual assault counselor, and advocate for survivors of sexual violence, human trafficking, and child abuse, attending the rally on May 30th at California's State Capitol was an absolute necessity for me. The energy and solidarity among advocates and survivors were palpable as we gathered to highlight the importance of Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding. VOCA funding is the backbone of California’s response to crime victims’ needs. This crucial funding provides an array of critical services and programs that support Californians after they have experienced a crime. These services include domestic violence service providers, RAPE CRISIS centers, legal assistance, human trafficking services, a range of options to address survivor homelessness, and other vital support systems. One key aspect of VOCA funding is that it originates from fines and penalties from convictions in federal cases, not from tax dollars. Every year, Congress determines the amount to be released from the fund, distributing it through formula grants and discretionary grants to federal, state, and Tribal victim assistance programs. However, in March 2024, Congress finalized the FY 23-24 funding bills and allocated $1.353 billion to VOCA. While this may seem substantial, it actually represents a significant cut of approximately $630 million compared to FY 23. The impact of these cuts is profound, especially for California. For FY 24, California’s crime victim services will receive $87 million, a drastic 43.7% REDUCTION from the $153.8 million allocation last year. This reduction in funding poses a serious threat to the availability and quality of support services for crime victims across the state. The rally was a powerful reminder of the importance of continued advocacy for sufficient VOCA funding. It is imperative that we, as a community, raise our voices to ensure that survivors receive the support they need and deserve. The cuts to VOCA funding are not just numbers on a spreadsheet—they represent real people whose lives and recovery are at stake. As we move forward, let us remain steadfast in our commitment to advocating for adequate funding and resources for all survivors. The fight for justice and support continues, and together, we can make a difference. #vocafunding #vocacuts #advocacy #socialwork #socialworker #advocate #rapecrisis

Empowerment begins with listening. Discover how nonprofits are prioritizing community feedback mechanisms to ensure their initiatives are truly reflective of the needs and aspirations of the people they serve. #feedbackmatters

Day 11 of a #sharednarrative for #Plymouth: This can all feel overwhelming, even hopeless. How can we hold hope together? Overwhelmed. Disempowered. Scared. Angered. Denial. All these reactions can come up when facing such intense, unpredictable problems and violence with a perceived lack of tested solutions or necessary effort to try them – and are a part of why we have not managed to course-correct quickly and effectively enough. So how can we find and hold hope together? Over the coming days we share some of the places we are finding hope and we invite you to share yours. We’ll focus on: Examples from history Our societal capacities to meet the challenge The agency of all of us to role to play a critical role (which we know how to unlock) Full Plymouth Octopus(POP) narrative: https://buff.ly/4dQZbD1 POP learning and thinking: https://buff.ly/4fZAcPG Dark Matter Labs @Annette https://buff.ly/3YSF4Ac Sky Space Team Development Cic @Jen https://buff.ly/3yMsPK #BEMOREPLYMOUTH #fairer #greener #futurism #regenerativefutures #learning #sharednarrative #plymouth #systemconvening #community #grassroots #funding #grantmaking

At SAFE Financial Services, we're all about service! Take a look at these pictures from our recent volunteer events and get inspired to go out and get involved in your community. There are tons of organizations that need your help this Community Service Month, and let us know in the comments what your favorite organizations to support are. #communityservicemonth #SAFEFinancialServices #Sacramento #local #creditunion

Recovery is a collective journey, and everyone in our support system plays a vital role. By fostering an environment that normalizes recovery, we can break down barriers that exist and encourage open conversations. Let’s be present for one another and remind those around us that they are not alone. 🌱🤝 Together, we can make a significant impact on someone’s recovery journey. #SupportSystem #Community #Support #Recovery

How Community Foundations and Endowments Can Transform Your Impact. Discover the powerful ways to leave a mark that matters. https://lnkd.in/e_NfKfFm #LegacyBuilding #CommunityImpact #endowmentsuccess

During #TrusteeWeek, ever wondered what it's like to be a trustee for Home Start Warrington & Cheshire? Becoming a trustee is a powerful way to give back to your community. Watch Laura's story below ⏬ #communityimpact #volunteerleadership #givingback #trusteeexperience #communitysupport

👀 Our annual state of sector research 'Community Ownership: A Better Form of Business' is underway! 📝 We’re asking all trading community businesses to respond to a survey by 4 June to help us understand how they’re faring. 💻 All businesses will have been sent a personalised link to the survey – if you haven’t received yours, get in touch with us. 👉 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eE5_BWFV #combiz #communityownership #charityresearch #charitysurvey