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We try to teach our kids to be kind, considerate people. Central to that is helping them understand that they’re part of a much larger world and appreciate their responsibility to contribute, if they’re in a position to, where there’s a need. But when they’re already having a difficult time sharing toys with their siblings or friends, a simple act of kindness can feel like a daunting challenge. Here are a few tips that can help with that. Help them understand gratitude first Consider … [Read more...] about 4 Ideas to Help Your Kids Understand What Giving is About

You don’t need to work in business or marketing to appreciate just how much real-time data is changing our lives. For example, the rise of social media—a new industry that’s grown out billions of users all over the world sharing many of the most personal aspects of their lives—has opened the door to highly-personalized advertising. Yet, for various reasons, the nonprofit sector has not embraced the technology and tools that are used to capture and use data. Demand, however, is growing for … [Read more...] about What Needs to Change for Nonprofits to Embrace Real-Time Data

Hunterdon County Hunterdon CCYC has been busy with outreach and planning several events for families for the  month of October. In continuing a strong partnership with SAFE Harbor Child Access Center in Flemington, Hunterdon CCYC has been instrumental in planning a Father/Daughter hair tutorial session titled "It's not about the Braid, It's about the Bond," to take place at SAFE Harbor on October 6th. This event is geared towards engaging Father's or male caregivers in the community by offering … [Read more...] about September County Council for Young Children Update

You’re invited to Norwescap’s Food Bank 17th Annual Culinary Celebration & Red Bow Basket Gala An evening of great food, spirits, music and beautiful baskets Who? YOU, and anyone who would like to aid in the relief of hunger in our community. What? An evening of great food, spirits and music… Your support enables the Food Bank to continue in the fight against hunger distributing nearly 2 million pounds of food annually to 100 pantries, shelters, soup kitchens, on-site feeding … [Read more...] about 17th Annual Culinary Celebration & Red Bow Basket Gala

Junk mail, unfortunately, is a fact of life anymore. But have you noticed an increase in junk mail from charities since your last donation? That’s not a coincidence. If you opened any of those emails—you’re excused if you immediately deleted them—you may have noticed something interesting: The organizations probably bore a close resemblance to the charity you donated to. Charities rely on donors like you to raise the necessary funding for carrying out their missions. It’s a challenge … [Read more...] about Drowning in Junk Mail? 3 Tips to Regain Control of Your Inbox

Amid the bombardment of devastating images and stories in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian, it’s only human to want to help. The question is, how should you go about it? Here are a few tips to help guide you toward the most impactful outlets. Give money, not goods When there’s so much need, what sort of donation will help the most people: food, clothing, blankets? Actually, it’s money. Food, clothing, blankets, and the like absorb valuable time and resources because they need to be … [Read more...] about How to Have the Most Impact in the Aftermath of a Crisis