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February wraps up, feeling like a year's end in just two months! How's your 2024 so far? Any lessons shaping your path ahead? This month brought valuable experiences: 1. Volunteering at a FairPrice outlet during CNY work highlighted the importance of every cent. What seems small to some is substantial to others. 2. Respect is earned. CNY volunteering witnessed customers handing food to our frontliners, showing that kindness matters more than material things. 3. At a community event, the majority assumed one choice was wisest, but a thoughtful minority's alternative proved best—a reminder to be mindful of choices. March awaits with these insights. In the words of Winston Churchill, "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." 🚀 #FebruaryReflections #LifeLessons #WisdomThursday #GrowthMindset

Teamwork makes the dream work! It’s amazing how bringing in the right person at the right time can drive immediate and broad positive impact on an organization (and our community). 🙌🏻 Sarah Golman In talking with a community stakeholder this week, he shared his goal of creating lifelong employment opportunities for A talent in the Dallas Jewish nonprofit community. Nonprofit work is rooted in the “soft stuff” like heart, mission alignment, and compassion. Taking this role after a 15 year career in financial services, I thought I was already prepared for the “tough stuff” but I have never worked with a team so open to big change, focused on driving positive results for our stakeholders, and relentless about collaborating across the community to bring deep impact and support for those who need it most. Yes, it takes a big heart to bring your A game to this sector - but it requires grit, intellect, and determination, too. To attract and retain top talent, it demands investment. If you’re a donor or a board member of a nonprofit organization, consider endowing resources to fund the costliest roles in the agency you love. Similar to endowing a chair at a university, this creates operational flexibility and ensures that the organization can attract A talent no matter what’s going on in the market and environment around you. To my fellow nonprofit sector friends: how are you attracting and retaining A talent?? ⤵️

In a world where it's easy to get caught up in our own lives, showing kids the magic of giving and being selfless is like handing them a special superpower. When they dive into volunteering and doing kind things for others, it's not just about helping out – it's a joy that sticks with them for a lifetime. So, let's chat about all the cool ways kids can spread happiness through volunteering and acts of kindness in this blog post! 🌟 https://lnkd.in/eWievrQ5

Honoring Selflessness: Beyond Company Volunteer Days Today, on Pat Tillman's death anniversary, his legacy of selfless service resonates deeply. While company volunteer days are fantastic - fostering team spirit and giving back - true selflessness extends beyond those designated hours. Imagine the impact if we all carried that spirit into our communities every day. There's an elderly neighbor who could use help with groceries. A local animal shelter overflowing with animals longing for a walk. Maybe a park cleanup neglected after a long winter. These are the countless opportunities where your time can make a world of difference. Selflessness isn't about grand gestures. It's about looking around and identifying a need you can fulfill, big or small. It's about lending a hand without expecting anything in return. Pat Tillman walked away from a lucrative NFL career to serve his country. His sacrifice reminds us that true fulfillment often comes from putting others first. So, today, and every day, let's honor his legacy by: Seeking out volunteer opportunities in our communities: Find a cause that resonates with you and donate your time. Looking for everyday ways to help: Offer to help a struggling colleague, hold the door for someone with their hands full, or simply offer a kind word to someone who seems down. Remember, even the smallest acts of selflessness can have a ripple effect, creating a more connected and compassionate community. Let's strive to be the change we want to see, one selfless act at a time.

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Continuing the theme of gratitude during the month of November, Wolf Wallenstein, PC celebrates National Philanthropy Day today, November 15th, and the meaningful contributions of generosity in our communities. Conceived of by Douglas Freeman, a lawyer with a longtime focus on philanthropy, National Philanthropy Day was first officially recognized in 1986. The purpose of this day is to recognize the great contributions of philanthropy and provide an opportunity to reflect on the meaning of giving and all that it has made possible. Today we are proud to acknowledge the following remarkable organizations that we support throughout the year and give gratitude for the incredible work they are doing to make our communities stronger, more compassionate, and resilient. VOX Femina Los Angeles: Giving women voice through the performance of quality choral literature. Anti-Defamation League: Fighting all forms of antisemitism and bias, using innovation and partnerships to drive impact. Meals on Wheels America: Addressing senior hunger and isolation. Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals (spca): Advancing the safety and well-being of animals. Love On 4 Paws: Making a positive difference for those in need through animal assisted therapy. St. Lawrence Martyr Catholic Church: Extending a helping hand to those in need. Vida School: Nurturing students' social and emotional growth while striving for advanced academic achievement. At Wolf Wallenstein, PC, we believe in giving back. Philanthropy is more than a practice; it's part of our culture and reflects our core values that go beyond the courtroom. #NationalPhilanthropyDay #GivingBack #PhilanthropyInTheLaw

Below are the slides presented in class covering the work my group and I have done after volunteering at the Community Corner. I hope you all will look into the Community Corner and visit them!

Some of the work i contributed to during my volunteering in Human Appeal:

Our RISE initiative meets people where they're at to transform responses to intimate partner and gun violence. The team is always looking for new ways in everyday life (see below for a great example) to engage those who cause harm and those who experience harm in their relationships—with the long-term goal of transforming attitudes and building safety. https://lnkd.in/gZYtuwe6