beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship’s Post

When you put your Focus on what you are Grateful for and Actions that you can Take, you'll start taking Action on things that Matter to you.

It's been an incredible month, working closely with business owners and nonprofits to tackle their toughest hurdles! 🚀 What obstacles are you currently facing? Imagine having a dedicated community and strong leadership to guide you through. We're committed to providing leaders and teams with the clarity they need to address their specific challenges, all within a supportive and collaborative environment. 😊 If you're deeply passionate about what you do and are ready to start seeing the transformative results your organization deserves, we're here to assist! Join us in taking the first step towards making the necessary changes for your business or organization to reach new heights. Together, we'll drive progress and success! 💼📈 #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #ProblemSolving

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Did you know it's the 50th Anniversary of #NationalVolunteerWeek? Congratulations, Points of Light! 🎂 How are you showing gratitude to your nonprofit's volunteers? If you need some inspo, this guide can help ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eJSypnQE #Stewardship #DonorStewardship #NonprofitLeadership

🌟 A Journey of Hope: Transforming Lives in Opelousas 🌟 Every week, we dive into the heart of nonprofit endeavors across our beloved nation, unearthing stories of courage, resilience, and unwavering hope. This week, our spotlight shines brightly on #HopeforOpelousas (HFO), a beacon of light in the community it serves, and led by Loren Carriere. Founded in 2008, HFO embodies the transformative power of love, operating under the conviction that "Love Changes Everything." At its core, HFO is dedicated to empowering the youth and their families in Opelousas through comprehensive educational support, neighborhood outreach, and the cultivation of meaningful relationships. 📚 Empowering Through Education and More HFO's impact is profound, touching the lives of children from 1st to 12th grade. The organization offers an array of programs designed to nurture the mind, body, and spirit. To name a few: 👩🏫 Tutoring and academic support 🗺 Field trips and engaging activities 👷♀️ Service and community engagement 🙋♂️ Empowering students to become mentors 🏕 Summer and Camp Experiences 🏠 Building Hope Beyond Education In an exciting development, HFO is expanding its mission with a Home Rehabilitation Project, aiming to rejuvenate the community's physical environment it holds dear. 🚀 As Reggie Dupre' (president of the board) is saying "Starting an organization is like launching to the moon, the hardest part is the first 8 feet. You’ve got to overcome gravity." Their journey reminds us that the most significant change starts with a single step, a leap of faith towards creating a lasting impact. Their story is not just one of success; it's a beacon of hope, proving that with love and dedication, we can indeed change the world, one child, one family, one community at a time. https://lnkd.in/ePdm6XkR #HopeForOpelousas #LoveChangesEverything #CommunityImpact #NonprofitExcellence #EducationEmpowers #BuildingHope #OpelousasStrong

What are you grateful for? Let us know in the comments.

Genuine gratitude makes all the difference in the long run. When people (staff, volunteers, board members, and donors) feel appreciated, they will continue to show up. In fact, I'd posit that you're never too busy to express thankfulness, you're too busy not to. Need some inspiration on effective ways to show gratitude to your donors? Download your copy of our popular how-to guide "Gratitude Is Power and a Stewardship Plan is Your Guide"! https://lnkd.in/gVWhetNv #Stewardship #DonorStewardship #NonprofitLeadership

Calling all Presidents: If you are now or are about to be President of a nonprofit Board, take a moment to think about your role and what you want to do. Let's talk about it on Feb 15 at this webinar: https://lnkd.in/gH9VKdFd

Practicing gratitude may be the magic to helping our DNP scholars progress through the program happier with less stress and better sleep. Research shows that one act of conscious gratitude may produce a 10% increase in happiness. Let’s make conscious gratitude a habit.