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Like schools tracking graduation rates, food pantries counting families served, or animal shelters celebrating adoptions, we measure success by the milestones that truly matter. At CSI, success means supporting people in achieving their personal goals, driven by their unique visions, dreams, and needs—and ultimately, their happiness. Take a closer look at the strides we’ve made by exploring our FY24 Annual Report, showcasing the impact of these successes in action. View Flipbook here: https://lnkd.in/eKDGukVZ

Gifting Tips! Re-Gifting: Regift: (verb) To give an unwanted gift to someone else; to give as a gift something one previously received as a gift. Although the word “regift” first came into popular use from an episode of “Seinfeld”, the concept of re-gifting has been around much longer. Is regifting acceptable? For those who think the practice of regifting as tacky - it is now a widely accepted practice and by no means implies how gifty you are, or are not. In a Harris poll taken in August 2006, 52% of the people surveyed reported regifting in the past and had plans to do so in the future. Seventy-eight percent of those surveyed said re-gifting was acceptable some or most of the time. Even the most recent edition of Emily Post's Etiquette has guidelines when it comes to regifting.

On average, every 47 minutes someone not wearing a seat belt dies in a car crash. Have you ever noticed how working with and around a cause long enough eventually fuses the messaging and cause into your DNA? I grew up in an era when wearing seat belts was not an everyday habit. I remember thinking, “I’m smart and careful. I’ll be fine.” Years later, as I helped to build a case for support for Emergency Nurses CARE injury prevention, I became embarrassed at what I DIDN’T know regarding seat belts, child passenger safety, gun safety, bicycle safety and the dangers of drinking and driving. The nurse leaders I worked with, who faced the aftermath of severe injury and death every day, helped me understand. As I gathered data and stories and created impact statements and messaging to encourage donations for better injury prevention education and programming, it slowly sunk in. You better bet that I wear my seat belt today! The problems we addressed were HUGE! How could we make an impact? The nurses taught me The Starfish Story. It is with me still today! The stories began to be personal – for me – even life-changing. I was proud to raise funds on behalf of the nurses and patients whose stories I was passing along. And the need for greater awareness and education was critical. Owning the stories of the people I work with are part of what drives my passion to communicate them in a clear and compelling way. And, each organization and its members and constituents have made similar impacts on me. Sometimes, I didn’t know how much until I reached back to apply what I’d learned about research, human-animal bond, early detection of colon cancer, the value of cardiac rehab and the value of attracting and educating tomorrow’s leaders. I love teaching others to put together stories, metrics, outcomes, and urgency to share WHY donors can help to make a difference in THEIR cause and commitment. If you’d like support with this, drop a comment below about how your organization has made an impact. I would be honored to support you. https://lnkd.in/gyyDu3Ks

Is your organization on Shelter Pet Data Alliance yet? It's a FREE platform that helps you explore your data, compare your organization to others, and become eligible for Best Friends grants. Creating a new organization on SPDA is easier than ever! In fact, we can show you in under a minute just how easy it is! Watch the video, and then go to shelterpetdata.org to get started transforming your data into lifesaving solutions.

Do your vets need to spend precious time on tasks that could be delegated to support staff? Making AHCs a team effort can take the pressure off. OVForm keeps the process simple and your team will use it confidently in no time. Find out how delegation can benefit your practice by taking our quiz for a customised report!

You're not stuck, you're just uninspired. One of the many gifts of being human is the ability to change course at any time and remember you're the only one in the driver's seat. The fix? Do something new, fresh, and fulfilling. This could look like signing up for a mixed media art class, training for an obstacle race, or volunteering at an animal shelter. Inject some soul-fulfilling novelty into your life, and I guarantee new creative ideas will start downloading faster than you can write them down. When you're in a rut, what do you usually do to get out of it? #growthmindset #creativity

Not sure what to focus on in your client communications this month? Here's what PetMD is focusing on in October: 🐾 How to dog-proof your Christmas tree 🐾 How to cat-proof your Christmas tree 🐾 How cold is too cold for your pets Stop by www.petmd.com for veterinary-written articles you can use to help educate your clients this month.

Have you signed up? Our webinar is this Wednesday. Join us for a powerful discussion with national experts on how and why you should have the voices of those with lived experience included in your planning process from those who fund your mission. Sign up today. #webinar #planning #voicesofexperience #mission #signuptoday

Do you know how to identify a reputable rescue? 🐾 Not all rescues are created equal. Before you swoon over that adorable face online, take a moment to check out Ruff Start Rescue's latest blog. We’ll guide you on how to identify trustworthy rescues, so you can adopt responsibly and give a deserving pet the loving home they need! 🩵 https://lnkd.in/gyr2V-7z

The path to no-kill can feel impossibly steep, but you’re not alone, and there’s a way forward. Our latest analysis of national data isn't just numbers—it's a tool for action. Based on data from hundreds of shelters, it shows where organizations like yours are thriving and where there's room to grow. 🗞️ Get the Shelter Pet Lifesaving Year-to-Date report: https://bit.ly/3Zb8sBc