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  create a system free from inequality, injustice, negative externalities, or unintended impacts. This only works if we accept two things that philosophers and sociologists have been debating for years: First, humans are intrinsically altruistic rather than hedonistic, meaning they possess a desire and capacity for selfless actions. Second, humankind is naturally proactive, not reactive. Chill Skills Powerpoint: Seeking Help When needed Understanding the importance of support during tough times can make a big difference Talk to a Trusted Adult- Sharing your feelings with a parent, teacher, or conselor can provide guidance and comfort. Reach out to Friends- Connecting with friends allows you to share experiences and feelings, helping to lighten emotional loads. Consider professional help if feelings persist- If stress or sadness continues, talking to a mental health professional can be beneficial. Me: Life is a burden when we try to carry adversity alone. Many hands make light work ...

  The difference today is that impact investors are far more proactive in their intention for positive impact as opposed to merely avoiding the negative impacts . Impact Investing, Just A Trend Or The Best Strategy To Help Save Our World? Impact investing is hot right now. Here’s why | MIT Sloan In Search of the Hybrid Ideal

Why Social Business? But any increase in the money going to investors beyond the original investment disqualifies the business from being a social business 22 Awesome Social Enterprise Ideas and Examples - Danielle Sutton

 Stanford:  Our research reveals that a vicious cycle fuels the persistent underfunding of overhead. 1   The first step in the cycle is funders’ unrealistic expectations about how much it costs to run a nonprofit. At the second step, nonprofits feel pressure to conform to funders’ unrealistic expectations. At the third step, nonprofits respond to this pressure in two ways: They spend too little on overhead, and they underreport their expenditures on tax forms and in fundraising materials. This underspending and underreporting in turn perpetuates funders’ unrealistic expectations. Over time, funders expect grantees to do more and more with less and less—a cycle that slowly starves nonprofits. Although several factors drive the cycle of nonprofit starvation, our research suggests that taking action at the first stage—funders’ unrealistic expectations—could be the best way to slow or even stop the cycle. Changing funders’ expectations, however, will require a coordinated, se...

  What is Corporate Social Responsibility? It is a management concept that  describes how a company contributes to the well-being of communities and society through environmental and social measures.   >CSR = social accountability * Reviewing the  United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals  is a good place to start. Companies should embrace CSR because: It improves customer's perception of your brand It attracts and retains employees It increases your appeal to investors. There are four types of CSR: Environmental efforts Philanthropy (donate money, products, or services) Ethical labor practices Volunteering When identifying and launching a CSR initiative, involve your employees in the decision-making process If decisions [about CSR] are made behind closed doors, people will wonder if there are strings attached and if the donations are really going where they say What to avoid: Don't choose unrelated initiatives Don't use CSR as a marketing scheme Don't ...

Boys & Girls Clubs of America had its beginnings in 1860 with four women in Hartford, Connecticut – Mary Goodwin, Alice Goodwin, Elizabeth Hammersley and Louisa Bushnell. Believing that boys who roamed the streets should have a positive alternative , they organized the first Club. With character development as the cornerstone of the experience, the Club focused on capturing boys interests, improving their behavior and increasing their personal expectations and goals.   Youth unemployment and underemployment are significant issues that affect the future prospects of young individuals. Organizations like the Boys and Girls Club of America work to equip youth with skills and opportunities that help bridge this gap, providing them with the tools necessary to succeed in the workforce Access to quality education remains a barrier for many young people in underserved communities. The Boys and Girls Club initiatives focus on academic support and mentorship, ensuring that youth have t...