Boycott your Bed’s Post

Business without ethics is simply greed.

We all want to live in a better place, but we're not all equipped to make that happen. Between shuffling the kids to practices, getting dinner on the table every night, and working our day-to-day jobs, there's only so much time in the day. What if it was possible to make an impact just by shopping locally? When small businesses use Giv Local, they're making it easy to give back to the communities that we call home. And when more businesses join in to Giv back, the larger the overall impact can be.

This article about the ed tech company 2U is a reminder to nonprofits as well as private companies: No matter how laudable your mission, or how needed your services are, organizations must be cost-conscious, clear-eyed, and business-savvy

💡Connected diocesan technology isn’t just software—it’s a catalyst for community growth, academic success and long-term financial stability. 🤝 ➡️ Dive into this short guide to explore how TADS by K-12 School Solutions by Community Brands supports diocesan initiatives with connected solutions, fostering inclusivity and expanding outreach to new families: https://lnkd.in/eGcnGx-z

We are excited to welcome Zoe Miller to our team! Zoe will be with us for the next two years as a Policy Fellow with Nebraska Civic Engagement Table. While she completes Lobby School, Zoe will integrate grassroots strategies, center impacted voices, and engage stakeholders with the goal of advancing policy in our state. As she's been getting settled into this role, she also answered a few questions so we can all get to know her better. What types of projects fill your bucket? Zoe: "I love projects that are community based and working together towards a shared goal. A lot of my previous experience involves community organizing, so I have found a passion for projects that help people whether it is advocating for/against policy changes, mutual aid work, or overall community education." What should we know about you? Zoe: "I am a middle child and I have the most precious dog, Stella. When I was a small child I lived in southwest Colorado but have lived in Nebraska for a majority of my life now. I absolutely love being in the mountain or desert ecosystems when I travel and would love to visit more National Parks in the US. I like calling myself a gamer but I really only play Nintendo games, with my favorite being Super Mario Galaxy." What is life outside of work like? Zoe: "Outside of work, I am almost always engaging in games. I love video games, board games, and tabletop role-playing games. I think almost every day I try to play at least one of those types of games with my family, friends, or just by myself." What is something you've always wanted to learn? Zoe: "I would like to learn how to do pottery."

Our Community Possible program focuses on three areas – work, home and play – to make the most meaningful impact.

#HappyThanksgiving 🎉 Today, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our clients, partners, and team members. Your trust, collaboration, and support are the foundation of everything we do at Clear Direction Investments. As we gather with loved ones, we are reminded of the importance of community, connection, and gratitude for the opportunities we have had to grow together. Put your #PeopleFirst today and celebrate! #ClearDirectionInvestments #ClearDirection #Phoenix #Arizona #Scottsdale #AZ #PhoenixAZ #EstatePlanning #ClearDirectionInvestments #HalloweenPlanning #SecureYourFuture #PeopleFirstFinancesSecond #LegacyPlanning #DontBeHaunted #TrickOrTreatForYourAssets

Are you a mother to a teen or young adult, worried about negative impacts of tech 📱 on their wellbeing & success?  Here are 2 resources ...from the Center for Humane Tech:  ⚙️ a Youth Toolkit: humanetech-dot-com/ youth/teaching-for- humane-technology 🎥 The film, Social Dilemma, watch as a family, humanetech-dot-com/ the-social-dilemma

Escape the Digital Dungeon: Break Free From the Wrath of the Computer (the Fun Way) with Your Family! Is your computer screen starting to look like a prison cell? Are your fingers permanently fused to the keyboard? Fear not, fellow digital denizens! It's time to celebrate our freedom with a National Break Free From the Computer Day family escapade (because trust us, your kids need a break from your endless Zoom calls too). Here's how to ditch the digital and embrace the delightful with your family: ⦾ Organize a "Tech-Free Olympics": Kids compete in hilarious challenges that don't involve screens, like "Fastest Board Game Builder" or "Most Creative Nature Scavenger Hunt." The winning family gets bragging rights and a digital detox badge (made of construction paper, of course). ⦾ Stage a "Cardboard Box Extravaganza": Transform cardboard boxes into spaceships, castles, or even a life-sized computer you can actually escape from! Let your kids' imaginations run wild. ⦾ Embrace the Outdoors (Even if it's Just Your Balcony): Plan a family picnic, have a water balloon fight, or simply stargaze and reconnect with nature (without needing a nature documentary on YouTube). ⦾ Host a "Board Game Bonanza": Dust off those dusty board games gathering cobwebs in the corner. Rediscover the joy of family game nights filled with laughter, friendly competition, and maybe a little table-flipping (okay, hopefully not). ⦾ Share the Fun Online (Ironically): Post a picture of your family's tech-free adventure using the hashtag #EscapeTheComputerDay. Inspire others to ditch the digital and embrace the real world! Remember, National Break Free From the Computer Day isn't just about escaping work emails; it's about escaping the digital world and reconnecting with your family. So, have some fun, embrace the absurdity, and create memories that don't involve a single like, comment, or notification! #EscapeTheComputerDayMY #FamilyFunDay #TechFreeOlympics #CardboardBoxExtravaganza #EmbraceTheOutdoorsMY #BoardGameBonanza #DigitalDetoxMY #MakingMemoriesTogether #RealWorldAdventuresMY

"Westborough Unplugs" features a fantastic lineup of events and activities to help residents unplug and “tune in” to the people and places in the community. Part of "National Screen Free Week," this is the 5th Annual edition of the week-long event. #westboroughconnects #kindnessconnectsus #kindnessweek #kindnessweekwestborough #westboroughma #yardsigns #lawnsigns #promotion #largeformatprinting #displaygraphics #digitalprinting