National days hold a special place in our hearts. They give us a reason to come together as a community and celebrate what makes our country unique. But beyond the festivities and parades, these national days present a golden opportunity to make a genuine difference in people’s lives. Consider the immense importance of using a … Continue reading Maximizing Impact: How National Days Can Fuel Social Good (Oct-Dec)
Loneliness. Lack of purpose. Even daily living. These are just a few of the challenges that our senior citizens navigate on a daily basis. Many of the benefits and blessings we enjoy in our daily life can be traced back to the hard work, dedication, and sacrifices of the seniors in our communities who worked … Continue reading Helping Hands: How to Plan a Successful Community Program for Our Seniors
*** This guest post was written by Bryce Mikolajczak, a 14-year old teen who will be attending Lynbrook High School in San Jose, CA, this fall. As nonprofit organizations begin their holiday planning, we hope this post provides useful suggestions for addressing the notoriously challenging group of teens. Whether you are making a bulk purchase … Continue reading From One Teen to Another: Holiday Gift Ideas
The holiday season is often filled with memories of our childhood, or memories as parents as we fondly remember the smiles on the faces of our little ones. But the holiday season is also filled with anxiety and disappointment for many. The family economy has suffered greatly over the past few years with the impacts … Continue reading Streamlining Holiday Donation Programs: Toy Drives, Bulk Purchases, and Adopt-a-Family Programs
From time to time, we’ll receive a frantic call the morning of a corporate packing event asking where their supplies are. The food is on its way, and their employees are arriving shortly. But where are the supplies? Sometimes, it’s because the warehouse staff didn’t hand the shipment off to the event contact – other … Continue reading Tips for a Successful Corporate Packing Event
The warm weather has moved in with summer now upon us. For many, it’s the best time of the year. Sunshine. Flip flops. Beach weather. The cares of the world are a little easier to bear. But not for everyone. The bulk purchasing and supply drives of this quarter continue to be planned by nonprofit … Continue reading Celebrate, Donate, and Inspire: Harness the Power of National Days Over the Summer
Dignity is knowing you matter. That you count. Dignity extends beyond the basic necessities of food, shelter, and clean clothing. Sometimes it’s about having a toothbrush, some shampoo or even just a bar of soap. Having these basic necessities can make a difference in a life—and in the community—creating positive change. You and your organization … Continue reading Hygiene and Human Dignity: Offering Hope Through Hygiene
Summer may be just around the corner, but it’s never too early to start thinking about the next school year. For many parents, the thought of back-to-school season can be stressful and lead to many tears. They think about the financial strain, the impact of cheap supplies, and how their children will be seen by … Continue reading Making the Grade: Ensuring Every Child Has Access to Quality School Supplies
One of the most frequent complaints among nonprofit program managers when it comes to donated low cost backpacks are zippers breaking. Learn how to identify a good bag for your back to school program or school supply drive. Continue reading Low Cost Backpacks: What’s in a Zipper?
With the new year well underway, the enthusiasm for new beginnings and seasonal types of donation drives has generally waned. The need hasn’t. As the next quarter of the year edges closer, nonprofits and charities need to have a clear vision for the future and plan ahead, just like we do in our own lives. … Continue reading Spring Forward: Mark Your Calendars for In-Kind Campaigns (April-June)
