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There are two sports-related stories that have been on my mind lately. What Tim Tebow is doing is exceptional ... really special..... and changing lives and communities. He is "doing the hard things" to elevate and equip others in their "darkest hour of need." Being a "voice for the voiceless," the Tim Tebow Foundation is transforming communities that emerge from boldness, confidence, and a clear mission. How can our organizations go beyond their missions to support ignored communities? The Savannah Bananas have shown incredible perseverance during their short eight-year journey. Through consistent hard work, they have honed their business model and built a strong audience base. Despite the cultural division and anxiety of these times, they have brought joy and fun to their fans. Now, they will play in a Major League Baseball (MLB) stadium, and likely in a sold-out stadium. Boldness. Confidence. Helping the ignored. Perseverance. People-centeredness. Pure joy. That's a good list to reflect on this weekend. Which of these encourages or challenges you the most? And I'll take suggestions for how to illiterate the first three. #boldness #confidence #timtebowfoundation #perseverance #peoplefirst #joy #charity #baseball #houston #missiondriven

Help with one last push to raise much needed funds to help the Black Dog Institute do the great work it does in the mental health space. As you would know I put up a lot of posts to try and change attitudes to mental health especially in our workplaces. But this Sunday I am going to use my legs and not just my words to try and make a difference and raise some money for the Black Dog Institute at the same time. I am running in the Sydney Stadium Stomp. The full course event is a total of 7700 stairs covering both the Sydney Cricket Ground and Allianz Stadium. But never being someone to do things by halves, and to encourage you to dig deep and donate to raise funds for the Black Dog Institute I am doing Stadium Stomp Unlimited. This means I will keep doing laps of the two stadiums (up and down every single stair) until I can't do anymore. I am aiming for at least two laps and hope fully three or more of each stadium, which would be more than 21,000 stairs. Now doesn't deserve a little bit of support and a bit of a donation to make the effort worthwhile. Donations are tax deductible in Australia. I have passed my initial fundraising target of $1000 to help Black Dog Institute. So please help me raise even more money by making a donation through my page and help me raise so much more. Hit the link below to donate Mental illness doesn’t discriminate – it affects 1 in 5 Australians every year with symptoms like depression and anxiety. The impact can be devastating, not only for those living with it, but for those around them. By making a donation you are helping Black Dog turn their world-class research into life-saving action for those who need it most. Your support helps to fund education programs, digital tools and apps, clinical services and community webinars. Thank you, I really appreciate your support.

In addition to running my own PR consulting firm, I have also been the GM of a non-profit travel baseball program - created in NYC six years ago to provide opportunities for all kids - regardless of economic status. Every year, the East River Sharks baseball program provides scholarships to kids from various parts of NYC who can't afford the cost of joining a travel baseball team. Many of our coaches are volunteers, and we rely on donations to keep the organization running and the kids on the field! Currently 70% of our players are on scholarship! This week, for 4 days only, we are raising money for our non-profit baseball program the East River Sharks! It is weird to post this on LI, but it is part of my world of work, and part of giving back. If you are corporation, we would love your sponsorship if you are looking for a worthy cause. Or if you just want some popcorn and want to send a quick donation (by the way the popcorn is awesome), then click the link below! We are using the funds to create two new younger teams as many of our players are now in high school and college. Need more convincing about how you can help... consider this... 2 of our players have gone to the show (SF Giants and AZ Diamondbacks) 30 of our players over the last 6 years are now playing in college. And, there are more players out there to help! #nonprofits #nonprofit #baseball #youthempowerment #youthsports https://lnkd.in/eBb6gphK

Not even the anticipation of the Matildas win could distract Luminary, Hardhat and Devotion from our Fred's Big Run Agency Challenge last week. We’re on a mission to run/walk to raise funds for The Fred Hollows Foundation, and if we happen to beat a couple of agency friends... then so be it 😉 Week 2 saw Hardhat take the lead, averaging 51.4km/person in just two weeks, leaving Luminary and Devotion in the dust to fight it out for second place, with only a few kilometres between us at 32.5km (Luminary) and 36.4km (Devotion). Hardhat, you will need more than a hard hat to hold your place at the top. We're going to make up that difference! Are you with us, Devotion? Here are some quick stats for those playing at home: 🏃♂️Luminary - $9,658, 1,738kms across 50 team members 🏃♂️Devotion - $2,297, 517kms across 13 team members 🏃♂️Hardhat - $1,089, 411kms across 8 team members Week 3, LET'S GO! 💪 #FredsBigRun #FBRAgencyChallenge

Help me create a mentally healthier world!. If you are a follower of my posts, please read on. As you would know I put up a lot of posts to try and change attitudes to mental health especially in our workplaces. But now I am going to use my legs and not just my words to try and make a difference and raise some money for the Black Dog Institute at the same time. In mid August I am running in the Sydney Stadium Stomp. The full course event is a total of 7700 stairs covering both the Sydney Cricket Ground and Allianz Stadium. But never being someone to do things by halves, and to encourage you to dig deep and donate to raise funds for the Black Dog Institute I am doing Stadium Stomp Unlimited. This means I will keep doing laps of the two stadiums (up and down every single stair) until I can't do anymore. I am aiming for at least two laps and hope fully three or more of each stadium, which would be more than 21,000 stairs. Now doesn't deserve a little bit of support and a bit of a donation to make the effort worthwhile. Donations are tax deductible in Australia. I have passed my initial fundraising target of $1000 to help Black Dog Institute. So please help me raise even more money by making a donation through my page and help me raise so much more. Hit the link below to donate Mental illness doesn’t discriminate – it affects 1 in 5 Australians every year with symptoms like depression and anxiety. The impact can be devastating, not only for those living with it, but for those around them. By making a donation you are helping Black Dog turn their world-class research into life-saving action for those who need it most. Your support helps to fund education programs, digital tools and apps, clinical services and community webinars. Thank you, I really appreciate your support. https://lnkd.in/gSeYu3r2

Today is #GivingTuesday, the annual global day of giving! You have the power to change the game – literally and figuratively. Softball is more than a game; it's a platform for empowerment, leadership, and growth. But the playing field isn't always level. Today, we're striving to change that narrative. Your donation will help expand our softball program, giving more girls the chance to stand tall on the diamond, learning life skills that go far beyond sports. Every child who desires to play should have a chance to play, learn, and explore baseball and softball. Yet, for many youths of color, opportunities to engage in these sports are limited by socioeconomic barriers. We're committed to breaking down these barriers. With your help, we can make baseball and softball more accessible and inclusive. Be a Game Changer! Your donation today isn't just a gift; it's an investment in futures, in dreams, and in the equitable world we all strive for. Let's give kids the ability to PLAY! Give now at baseballbeyond.org. #youthsoftball #youthbaseball #equityinsports #seattlenonprofit #youthsports #supportyoungathletes #diversityinsports

Good morning, Game Day Fans, We all love a great game and for many we love having our kids involved in competitive sports. The cost of competitive sports for children can be quite expensive. On average, families spend around $700 per year on each child's athletic participation, with some sports reaching into several thousands of dollars a year. Factors contributing to these costs include registration fees, equipment, travel expenses, and coaching. To help offset these costs and promote local businesses, Love Your Calendar offers the service - Game Day Calendars. We make a custom Game Day Calendar that you will love! Here is how it works: You take donations from your local community and in return we add their company logo and contact on your Game Day Calendar. All proceeds are yours to keep which goes to help pay for the team's expenses. Advertising opportunities on your Game Day Calendar can be quite beneficial as it raises money for your child's team and puts the team schedule in front of your local community. Everybody loves a great Game Day Calendar to plan travel and see the schedule coming up and everybody will Love Your Calendar with local advertising! Have a great Super Bowl Sunday! Peace and Love, PJ #gameday #sports #football #baseball #basketball #trackandfield #soccer #golf #gaming #love #family #friends https://lnkd.in/g4F3TwaJ

Sports for #charity Together, we're not just playing our favorite sports, but also creating smiles, hope, and a brighter future for an underprivileged family. 🌈❤️ By joining our initiative, you're not only fulfilling your love for the game but also becoming a beacon of generosity and kindness. 🌟✨ #SportsForCharity #MakingADifference #GameChangers #CompassionInAction"

I spend a lot of time deep diving (with permission) through #DalesMail... last week I shared an example on the blog that checked a lot of boxes and added a few practical suggestions on how to make it stronger. #directmail #directresponse #fundraising