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Ep185: The Story Behind Big Lots' $50 Million Gift to Nationwide Children's Hospital

Selfish Giving

Today on CauseTalk Radio , Megan and I talk to Jeremy Ball , who leads the Big Lots Foundation and is director of philanthropy and events for the parent company Big Lots , about the retailers impressive cause marketing efforts on behalf of Nationwide Children's Hospital. But this was just the tip of the iceberg.

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Industry Overviews: Online Grocery Sales & Cough & Cold Medicine Manufacturing OTC

Selfish Giving

All children deserve the resources necessary to enjoy their best lives. We’ve helped support 9 million breakfasts, reaching more than 50,000 school children in 450 schools in underserved communities throughout the United States. We launched our breakfast program in conjunction with Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign.

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Newsletter: This Tool Identifies Fast-Rising Retail Categories ; Nonprofit Builds Audience on Zoom with Goat-2-Meeting ; Why Your Newsletter Needs a Personal Voice

Selfish Giving

She's 88 and hasn't been in the greatest health since January. So use this interactive tool from Google to identify fast-rising retail categories and go after them! Cause Marketing Specialist, East Tennessee Children's Hospital (Knoxville, TN) 3. Now I'm back on track! I'm taking care of my mom. Marketing Your Cause 1.

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The Economic Case against Work Requirements

NonProfit Quarterly

Almost 90 percent of SNAP participants in households with children (and at least one adult without a disability) are employed at some point within the year. For example, retail workers may have their schedules reduced due to poor sales or other reasons beyond their control. billion per year.

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Leveraging AI in Social Work: A Pathway to Empowering Vulnerable Populations

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

In this section, let’s explore how AI can revolutionize social work practices in three key areas: elder care, mental health support for veterans, and education for children on the autism spectrum. This tailored approach can help all children thrive in educational settings and develop the skills they need to succeed in life.

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Newsletter: The Sea of Corporate Money Right in Front of You ; The Psychology of Rounding Up for Charity ; Referral Advice from a Milkman, a Dentist & an Accountant

Selfish Giving

Is one of the keys to success to partner with retailers that have friendly, well-trained cashiers? Job site ThisWay will donate $1 for every job posted up to $1 million donated to Creating Healthier Communities to advance health equity. Jude Children's Research Hospital that they make a point to schedule "love calls" with donors.

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64 Online Stores That Benefit Nonprofits and the Greater Good

Nonprofit Tech for Good

The National Retail Federation expects online holiday sales in the United States to shatter previous records by reaching at least $218.3 Proceeds go to both the talented artisans that create the beautifully crafted products in the UNICEF Market and to help UNICEF save and protect children. Health & Beauty. billion in 2021.

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