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Meet Anustup Nayak, Project Director at Central Square Foundation (CSF) — one of our earliest supporters and believers! Thanks to CSF's backing, we've scaled rapidly, now impacting 2.5 million children across 9 states in just four years. Investing in early childhood education and care is not just impactful—it's essential for shaping future generations. Research shows that quality early education yields lifelong benefits, from improved academic performance to reduced societal costs associated with healthcare and criminal justice. By partnering with us, you're investing in a brighter, more equitable future for millions of children, unlocking their full potential and paving the way for inclusive development. Together, let's make a lasting impact through early childhood education! #EarlyChildhoodEducation #InvestInEducation #FutureLeaders #ImpactInvesting #EducationForAll #EmpoweringChildren #Philanthropy #EarlyInvestors #EdTech #NonProfit #IndianStartUps #CorporateSocialResponsibility #EarlyFunders #SocialImpact

🎓 #Education nonprofits are vital in filling gaps in the system and helping pave the way for schools, educators, and students to achieve lasting success. Find out how grantmakers can amplify their impact by including #SkillsBasedVolunteering and other #CapacityBuilding approaches in their strategies to strengthen education nonprofits: https://hubs.la/Q02LlH3M0. Together, we create a brighter future for the next generation! 🌟 AppleTree Institute for Education Innovation, JerseySTEM, More Than Bootstraps #philanthropy

At GRM, we believe that making a meaningful impact often lies in the little things that might seem small or ignorable to many. Recently, we had the privilege of donating ceiling fans to multiple schools, ensuring that every child can learn in a comfortable environment. The event was graced by our esteemed Founder and Ex-Chairman, Mr. Hukam Chand Garg, whose vision continues to inspire us. His presence was a testament to the values we hold dear – that of giving back to our community and focusing on the finer details that contribute to a brighter future. We know firsthand the importance of a conducive learning environment and the profound impact it can have on a child's ability to focus, learn, and dream bigger. It's these seemingly small contributions that can have a massive impact – much like the butterfly effect. It’s not just the grand gestures that matter, but also the everyday comforts and logistics that make a school a true haven for learning. Together, let’s continue to support education not only by infrastructure but also by ensuring that these spaces are accessible, joyful, and encouraging. It’s the collective effort of addressing both the big and small needs that truly builds the foundation for future generations. #BuildingFutures #CommunitySupport #EducationForAll #GRMOverseas #SmallGesturesBigImpact #ChildhoodEducation #ComfortInLearning #GivingBack

We appreciate Inside Philanthropy's article "Who's Backing Rural Ed? A Selection of Key Funders to Know" by Connie Matthiessen. The article highlights the role of philanthropic organizations in supporting rural education. Through ECMC Foundation's Rural Impact Initiative, we are dedicated to transforming postsecondary education to better support rural learners across the nation. The article features insights from Jacob Fraire, president of ECMC Foundation and Program Officer Stephanie Sowl, Ph.D.. https://lnkd.in/ectFDRdd

Although Hope Circuits is grounded in the post-secondary sector, my hope was that the conceptual tools and systems-level approach to re-wiring structures might resonate beyond universities and colleges and inspire people in different industries and contexts. Since the book launched itself into the world in May 2024, I have been heartened by the reception of the ideas beyond the academy. One of the sectors that has been an enthusiastic and early adopter is the charitable field - in advancement, fundraising, communications, donor engagement, cultivation cycles, private/public partnerships, community building, engagement, and professional development. While I knew I wanted to extend conversations beyond higher education (while staying true to my own context, knowledge, and purpose work), I did not attempt to foresee what form that might take: I had to trust that alignment would unfurl in ways I could not imagine. One example of this generative unfurling shows up in a recent newsletter from Kimberley MacKenzie, CPCC, ACC, thought leader in the charitable field, who cites Hope Circuits as a way to re-imagine giving and philanthropy. Below is a link to her article, and with it an invitation to think about how hope circuits - and the conceptual tools - might be transferrable or translatable into different industries and sectors: https://lnkd.in/eDS26KRv

Advanced technologies are shaping a new landscape, and the challenge is real- bridging the skills gap between the emerging workforce and the demands of a new era of advanced manufacturing. Recent reports suggest the UK has a pressing need to address skills shortages in tech and industrial sectors. Earlier this year, Ford Philanthropy, the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company, in partnership with GlobalGiving kicked off a £1 million community investment to supercharge Halewood and the wider Liverpool city region. This investment is all about expanding access to essential services and empowering young people for the future world of work. Take a look at the students at Liverpool Life Sciences UTC diving deep into project-based learning with Power BI, using real-world data from the plant. Their interactive data dashboards are a game-changer, making a head-start on the future of data-driven decision-making in the auto industry. Also, if you are a Knowsley or Halewood based non-profit in search of partnerships, Ford Philanthropy have just opened its grant applications. Take the leap to transform your communities: https://lnkd.in/eFsxy9Sw #skillgaps #liverpool #innovation #datascience #philanthropy #community #futureofwork #automotive

I am glad to have been part of the team of collaborators of Global Designing Cities Initiative for the “How to Engage Kids in Street Design” guide. “How to Engage Kids in Street Design” guide, is a practical resource offering concepts, tools, and case studies to inspire meaningful engagement with kids in shaping their streets. The handbook shows how engaging kids in street design can facilitate information sharing between children and city leaders, encourage kids to advocate for better streets, and involve them in street design projects. On #WorldChildrensDay it is a good day to remember that it is critical to provide children and young people with meaningful opportunities to shape their communities, implementing safer, more accessible, healthier, and more joyful streets that prioritize children and support their independent and free movement in their cities. 👉Download here: https://lnkd.in/dKze-TGt Katie Beck Savvas Verdis Marie Kaune Victoria Chavez Cecilia Vaca Jones Andrea Torres Sansotta Sripriya Sudhakar MRTPI Lucía Cerrada Morato Ankita Chachra Sara Candiracci Maria Truñó Salvadó Victoria Thornton OBE HonFRIBA FRSA Tim Gill Francisca Benitez B. Sam Sternin Liz Kessler Xavier Matilla Hugh Dames #reimageningourstreets #childfriendlycities #improvingqualityoflife #playprovision #livablecity #faircity #tacklinginequalities# #happycity #healthyenvironments #StreetsforKids #WorldChildrensDay

Kids are #ActivePeople, too! Global Designing Cities Initiative just released a new guide - "How to Engage Kids in Street Design," which includes one of our resources on "Engaging Students with Disabilities in Safe Routes to School." Read our guide: https://lnkd.in/dt_QFtSb

FORD - GIVEBACK & GROW (Data Upskilling the Next Generation) The only real security that a man will have in this world is a reserve of knowledge, experience, and ability” – Henry Ford As we navigate the complexities of the digital age, it's clear that data is the new currency. But are we equipping the next generation of workers with the skills they need to thrive in a data-driven world? The answer is, not yet. According to a recent report, 75% of organizations struggle to recruit and retain talent with the necessary data skills. This skills gap not only hinders business growth but also limits the potential of our future workforce. Employers want the right Soft and Hard skills. This example from Liverpool Life Sciences UTC and Ford Foundation hits the bullseye putting students through real-world experiences. #FordPhilanthropy #Innovation #DataDriven #DataSkills #Upskilling #FutureOfWork #NextGeneration #LifelongLearning #DataLiteracy #CareerDevelopment #BusinessGrowth