Just as you analyze your investments carefully, you should also screen potential charities.
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5 Steps to Get Community Buy-In for Your Startup's Charity Program
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By garnering support for your charitable organization, you will quickly increase your brand’s image and build trust between your organization and community.
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10 Tech Companies That Are Making the World a Better Place
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These companies, most of which have seen huge profits, have instituted programs that see them donate large amounts of cash and allow employees to volunteer.
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Isagenix Raises Over $500,000 For Make-A-Wish
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Isagenix International, a global health and wellness company, ended its annual Celebration 2015 Breakthrough event in San Diego today by raising more than $565,000 for Make-A-Wish® through fundraising and generous Associate and corporate pledges.
Additionally, Isagenix and Make-A-Wish surprised wish kid Tanika, a 10-year-old battling leukemia, with an on-stage wish reveal. This fall, her wish to have a backyard makeover will be granted!
“We are dedicated to playing a significant role in impacting the overall health and the wellbeing of others through our support of children’s charities,” said Kathy Coover, Isagenix co-founder and executive vice president. “Our team loves to see the happiness reflected in the faces of the children and families we help, especially when they realize that we have helped to make their one true wish a reality.”
During the past 11 years, Isagenix has raised more than $6.2
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Visalus’ Nick and Ashley Sarnicola Donate $200,000 To Budding Entrepreneurs
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Visalus shared the recent charity contribution from their co-founders:
Entrepreneurship is what lights the path on our mission to transform Life, Health and Prosperity around the world.
Global Ambassador and ViSalus Co-Founder Nick Sarnicola and wife Ashley made history with a generous $200,000 donation to Muskegon Community College’s (MCC) four-year-old Entrepreneurial Studies program in Michigan, the college officially announced today. The media responded accordingly with overwhelming news and video coverage including stories that appeared on ABC, FOX and more.
Local real estate developer Jonathan Rooks donated the former Masonic Temple in downtown to the College as the new hub for entrepreneurial and related business generating activities. He tapped long time friend and West Michigan native Nick, who together with Ashley responded through their Next Generation Entrepreneurs (NextGEn) Foundation with a $200,000 permanent endowment to the Foundation for Muskegon Community
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Silpada And WomenHeart Continue Joined Forces In 2015
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Silpada and WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Diseaseannounce a year-long fundraising campaign to spread awareness for heart disease. Throughout 2015, sales of Silpada’s new You’ve Got Heart Necklace ($49 US/$52 CA) will benefit WomenHeart in advancing women’s heart health through advocacy, community education, and free patient support services for women living with heart disease.
Beginning Jan. 15, the necklace will be available for purchase online at silpada.com and silpada.ca, or through the nearly 30,000 Silpada representatives across North America. For every necklace sold at full price, $10 will be donated to WomenHeart on behalf of the Silpada Foundation. Featuring an etched sterling silver heart pendant strung on a leather strand, the You’ve Got Heart Necklacemakes a lovely gift for Valentine’s Day, birthdays or important milestones.
“This beautiful necklace reminds women to take charge of their heart health, and the funds raised provide education and support for women living with this chronic condition,” said Mary McGowan, interim Chief Executive Officer, WomenHeart. “We’re excited to once again partner with Silpada to support women in their journeys for heart-healthy lives.”
The 2015 campaign builds on the companies’ partnership in 2014, when they joined forces to raise funds in recognition of American Heart Month.
“Our mission is to empower women to live their best lives,” said Kelsey Perry and Ryane Delka, Co-Chief Executive Officers, Silpada.
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Isagenix Raises $348,000 In Less Than An Hour
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Isagenix, a global health and wellness company, ended its annual 2014 “Strength in Momentum” Celebration event in San Diego by raising $348,000 for Make-A-Wish® in less than one hour. Additionally, Isagenix and Make-A-Wish surprised wish kid Ben, an 11-year-old battling leukemia, with an onstage wish reveal. This fall, Ben’s wish to meet a platypus in Australia will be granted!
“Isagenix is committed to improving world health through stewardship and the support of children’s charities,” said Kathy Coover, Isagenix Co-Founder and Executive Vice President. “Our team of Associates and staff are members of our family. We’re passionate about helping to change the lives of children battling life-threatening medical conditions who deserve a fun distraction from their day-to-day fight.”
During the past 10 years, Isagenix has raised more than $5 million for children’s charities. This includes $1.86 million for Make-A-Wish in the past two years, which has helped grant more than 200 wishes to deserving children. More than 400,000 Isagenix Associates and staff members have the opportunity to contribute to Make-A-Wish on an ongoing basis.
“Our Associates and staff continue to show how committed they are to joining together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others,” said Kevin Adams, Isagenix CEO. “Their combined
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Dick Vitale Accepts $25,000 Donation For His Charity From It Works!
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Dick Vitale’s relentless passion for finding a cure for pediatric cancer is spreading from his home base in Lakewood Ranch to Palmetto.
The well-known ESPN college basketball broadcaster and Ranch resident recently accepted a $25,000 donation from It Works! Global for his favorite charity, The V Foundation, which raises money for pediatric cancer research.
It Works! Global, a worldwide direct sales marketer of beauty, wellness and weight loss products, headquartered in Palmetto, gave the donation to Vitale last weekend during the company’s Green Carpet Experience annual corporate sales event, which drew a crowd of 4,000 to the Bradenton area.
The company raised money by asking the sales force in attendance to make a donation in exchange for an It Works! Gives Back Foundation T-shirt. CEO Mark Pentecost has worked with Vitale in the past through the Dick Vitale Gala for The V Foundation, which Vitale hosts every year in Sarasota. Pentecost and his wife, Cindy moved to Manatee County three years ago hoping to become involved.
“We chose Manatee, not only because it is a destination location, but it is a community where we could make a difference. At It Works!, we want to be known for giving back to the community and making
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Nu Skin Celebrates 30 Years
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Nu Skin celebrated its 30th anniversary by inviting its employees and sales leaders to perform local service aimed at helping children in need. The anniversary month kicked off with the company’s annual Force for Good Day and continued with 30-days of giving through June. With the aim of creating smiles for children in need, the Nu Skin family’s local outreach efforts ranged from assembling thousands of education kits to reaching out to chronically ill children.
“At the heart of our business is our mission to be a force for good by empowering people to improve lives, so it seemed fitting to celebrate our 30th anniversary by coming together to be a force for good in our local communities,” said Truman Hunt, president and chief executive officer. “As we look forward to the next 30 years, we are optimistic about our ability to continue to improve people’s lives through our innovative products, rewarding business opportunities, and uplifting culture.”
Global Projects
Nu Skin’s global regions provided aid and support for children by improving health, education, economic opportunity and/or disaster relief in their local communities.
The Americas
· Canada: Nu Skin Canada hosted its 2nd annual Nu Skin Force for Good Butterfly Day at the Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory. Thirteen families, including 13 children