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What I've been up to for Juneteenth... In 2020 I thought, "I can do better. I can use some of my resources to help BIPOC home buyers. A windfall. Maybe the down payment." No catch. I didn't know in the moment, but the birdSEED Foundation is one of a kind. Anywhere. Our grants have NO STRINGS. No forgiveness over time, no payback, no reporting, no neighborhood restriction. No long applications (90 minutes total). Grants are typically $10,000. Seven grants rounds later: 17 families have keys to a home, grants total $330,000, 600 families have applied. Two cities are active (DC + PHL) we are 100% volunteer run with 50 active volunteers. All expenses generously donated. Our work works. birdSEED is out of money. One small round remains. This is GOOD! We can't sit on money. It needs to build equity. Let's raise more. It's easy math. Smaller amounts each month are a key focus. 200 donors that give $50 per month = twelve grants. It doesn't take many donors for birdSEED to fly high. I'm eager to share more birdSEED wins and plans over the coming days and weeks. It can change a life. It changed mine.  www.birdseed.org Thanks to Birdwatch Flock DC Nest DC Roost DC and so many others who took a leap of faith and turned giving upside down. #downpaymentassistance #blackhomeownership #BIPOChomeowner #selfelected  

Featuring a DPP member! For 96 years, Southside Mission has served Peoria, Illinois’ most vulnerable residents with compassion and opportunity. Rich Draeger, the nonprofit’s development manager, shares insights into their enduring impact and future endeavors. 1️⃣ Embracing Change: Southside Mission is evolving to better serve its neighborhood, exploring new opportunities and embracing diversity at all levels of operation. 2️⃣ Community Support: Draeger emphasizes the importance of community support, encouraging donations, volunteering, and prayer to uplift those in need. Financial gifts, volunteerism, and mentorship all contribute to their transformative work. 3️⃣ Turning Challenges into Opportunities: Fundraisers like Draeger see challenges as opportunities for innovation and growth. By adopting an optimistic outlook and seeking innovative solutions, Southside Mission continues to make a profound impact. Key to Success: Listen attentively to donors' passions and interests, and effectively connect them with the mission's work. By prioritizing donor engagement and embracing diversity, nonprofits can foster lasting community impact. Southside Mission's century-long dedication to its community is a testament to the power of compassion and resilience. Their story inspires us to listen, adapt, and continue striving for positive change #CommunityImpact #NonprofitSuccess #EmpoweringVulnerability

In 2022, Americans donated more than $499 billion to a variety of charity organizations. While that sounds like a lot, adjusted for inflation, total giving to nonprofits in 2022 declined 10.5%. Nonprofits answer the call to some of society’s greatest issues. From food insecurity to animal rescue, the educational divide to disaster recovery, homelessness to human trafficking, nonprofits work tirelessly to make our communities stronger, safer places to live and raise our families. You can make an impact by volunteering, giving, or just spreading the word about a nonprofit. Nonprofits throughout the country work to promote awareness and offer assistance to individuals who otherwise would not be able to afford it. Your contributions shape our society and provide hope for a brighter future. #RaiseUpFamilies #houston #HoustonTexas #Houstonnonprofit #houstonfamilies #volunteerhouston #nonprofit #volunteer #financialassistance #nationalnonprofitday

Tomorrow is National Giving Tuesday and it's a great opportunity to recognize the important work that nonprofits do for our communities. Did you know that most nonprofits receive the majority of their funding from the general public? They rely on our support to provide vital programs and services to meet their mission. Many nonprofits provide critical services like food banks, shelters, and assistance programs that vulnerable community members rely on. Without donations, many of these services would be at risk! Others address societal issues like poverty, education gaps, homelessness, and mental healthcare accessibility that can fall through the cracks of government and private sector efforts. Environmental and conservation nonprofits also play a critical role in preserving natural lands and protecting endangered species and ecosystems that may otherwise be underprioritized. Let's take a moment to celebrate the incredible work of the nonprofit community and the passionate leaders who are trying to make our world a bit brighter. Please consider supporting the organizations you feel passionate about, or sharing their work with others! #NationalGivingTuesday #nonprofits #nonprofitfundraising #charitablegiving #nonprofitorganization #nonprofitconsulting

At NL Capital Ventures, we believe in the power of community and collaboration to create meaningful change in the world. 🎉🤝 As we celebrate another day of giving back, we invite you to join us in making a difference in the lives of others. Whether it's lending a helping hand at a local shelter, organizing a charity drive, or participating in a community cleanup, every act of kindness counts. Together, we can foster stronger connections, build thriving communities, and spread joy to those who need it most. Let's continue to uplift and support one another as we strive to make the world a better place, one small gesture at a time! 💕✨ #CommunityEngagement #Volunteerism #NLcapitalventures #GiveBack #Teamwork #TogetherWeCan #MakingADifference"

One of the many avenues of outreach our amazing Who I Am Foundation volunteers provides is our year round care package distributions to homeless and less fortunate individuals. Our distributions have been our most consistent outreach project since 2013. Our amazing Volunteers organize and execute the distributions, alternating between a mobile distribution and a stationary distribution. Currently, we are blessed with the ability to assist an average of 1,000 people per month; in multiple cities, in multiple states! Our goal with distributions since 2013, has been to provide essential necessities to those in need. Necessities that we may take for granted, are viewed as a luxury to those without. Some of the items we hand out include food, clothing, bottled waters, hygiene items, first aid supplies, socks, shoes, books, seasonal items, and lists of resources available in the area. We also utilize our time in the community, retrieving feedback of needs and issues, by those in need. Engaging with individuals, learning their stories, and providing them hope. Our distributions continually evolve. Addressing needs, while making available the proper resources. Tangible donations are the lifeblood of our distributions. Your contribution of any of the items below, help to ensure each and every distribution is effective and impactful. Learn how you can help us by donating, or volunteering, by contacting us at any time. www.WhoIAmFoundation.org #TeamWhoIAm

One of the many avenues of outreach our amazing Who I Am Foundation volunteers provides is our year round care package distributions to homeless and less fortunate individuals. Our distributions have been our most consistent outreach project since 2013. Our amazing Volunteers organize and execute the distributions, alternating between a mobile distribution and a stationary distribution. Currently, we are blessed with the ability to assist an average of 1,000 people per month; in multiple cities, in multiple states! Our goal with distributions since 2013, has been to provide essential necessities to those in need. Necessities that we may take for granted, are viewed as a luxury to those without. Some of the items we hand out include food, clothing, bottled waters, hygiene items, first aid supplies, socks, shoes, books, seasonal items, and lists of resources available in the area. We also utilize our time in the community, retrieving feedback of needs and issues, by those in need. Engaging with individuals, learning their stories, and providing them hope. Our distributions continually evolve. Addressing needs, while making available the proper resources. Tangible donations are the lifeblood of our distributions. Your contribution of any of the items below, help to ensure each and every distribution is effective and impactful. Learn how you can help us by donating, or volunteering, by contacting us at any time. www.WhoIAmFoundation.org #TeamWhoIAm

One of the many avenues of outreach our amazing Who I Am Foundation volunteers provides is our year round care package distributions to homeless and less fortunate individuals. Our distributions have been our most consistent outreach project since 2013. Our amazing Volunteers organize and execute the distributions, alternating between a mobile distribution and a stationary distribution. Currently, we are blessed with the ability to assist an average of 1,000 people per month; in multiple cities, in multiple states! Our goal with distributions since 2013, has been to provide essential necessities to those in need. Necessities that we may take for granted, are viewed as a luxury to those without. Some of the items we hand out include food, clothing, bottled waters, hygiene items, first aid supplies, socks, shoes, books, seasonal items, and lists of resources available in the area. We also utilize our time in the community, retrieving feedback of needs and issues, by those in need. Engaging with individuals, learning their stories, and providing them hope. Our distributions continually evolve. Addressing needs, while making available the proper resources. Tangible donations are the lifeblood of our distributions. Your contribution of any of the items below, help to ensure each and every distribution is effective and impactful. Learn how you can help us by donating, or volunteering, by contacting us at any time. www.WhoIAmFoundation.org #TeamWhoIAm

One of the many avenues of outreach our amazing Who I Am Foundation volunteers provides is our year round care package distributions to homeless and less fortunate individuals. Our distributions have been our most consistent outreach project since 2013. Our amazing Volunteers organize and execute the distributions, alternating between a mobile distribution and a stationary distribution. Currently, we are blessed with the ability to assist an average of 1,000 people per month; in multiple cities, in multiple states! Our goal with distributions since 2013, has been to provide essential necessities to those in need. Necessities that we may take for granted, are viewed as a luxury to those without. Some of the items we hand out include food, clothing, bottled waters, hygiene items, first aid supplies, socks, shoes, books, seasonal items, and lists of resources available in the area. We also utilize our time in the community, retrieving feedback of needs and issues, by those in need. Engaging with individuals, learning their stories, and providing them hope. Our distributions continually evolve. Addressing needs, while making available the proper resources. Tangible donations are the lifeblood of our distributions. Your contribution of any of the items below, help to ensure each and every distribution is effective and impactful. Learn how you can help us by donating, or volunteering, by contacting us at any time. www.WhoIAmFoundation.org #TeamWhoIAm