Sentences with phrase «says volunteering in your community»

Dr. Moyad says volunteering in your community can pump up your germ - fighting powers even more.

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Her solution was to diversify: «I always made a point of keeping the networking up, volunteering and staying involved in the community, beyond my job,» she says.

«Like many of our social impact initiatives, the innovation and inspiration comes from our partners who are volunteering in and contributing to their communities,» said John Kelly, senior vice president, Starbucks Global Responsibility, Community and Public Policy.

Then a volunteer made a suggestion: What if the community could get, say, 10,000 people to each throw in $ 30 to buy a New York Times ad for Firefox that would list the names of all the contributors?

Jonathan Mohan, founder of BitcoinNYC, a volunteer organization based in New York that unites Bitcoin enthusiasts, says the Fed's takedown of Liberty Reserve was downright good for Bitcoin — and that many people in the Bitcoin community see the Liberty takedown as a «benefit» for virtual currencies.

Where as my time in the startup community taught me to find my niche, find the people who suffer from that pain, listen to what potential customers are saying rather then convince the customer my way is right, find the people who want to join my cause, «volunteer management», how to deal with failure both emotional and rationally how to listen to «advice» and seperate the wheat from the chaff quicker (e.g. become more coachable) and be more willing to re-invent the plan.

1) Charities spend their income on necessities, such as food and utilities, which ever - so - slightly re-orients our economy toward recession - resistant products, rather than luxuries 2) Charities spend their money quickly, but on independent schedules, making for a smoother stimulus effect on the economy 3) Charities make purchases tax - free, meaning that $ 1 spent by a charity generates a full $ 1 of private economic activity; furthermore, much of those tax revenues are recovered as income tax on the grocery stores, utility companies, etc. that might not have received that income otherwise 4) Charitable giving is by far the most democratic way to improve society; from birth control to bombers, government assuredly spends money on something you don't like, and charitable giving restores your say - so 5) Charitable donations are tax deductible, meaning you keep those tax dollars in your local community 6) Charitable donations provide the funds necessary for volunteers to serve the needy, thus giving «the average citizen» a chance to meet and interact with the needy, breaking down stereotypes

«Every day across the country, our amazing volunteers are creating tasty, nutritious three - course meals, served to vulnerable people in the community at risk of food poverty and social isolation,» said FoodCycle Communications Officer Steven Hawkes.

«Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation wants to ensure that our volunteer coaches are trained with the necessary tools that will equip them to be positive and effective coaches for the youth in our community,» Hoover said.

«Rural communities that already have high levels of volunteering may be better equipped to absorb additional voluntary roles, as the social connections and support structures are already in place,» says Dr Rutherford.

«Dave Clegg is the only candidate that has worked, lived, and volunteered in our communities for the past thirty - five year,» said Donaldson.

In a letter sent to Armstrong last month by Tony Blair, the Prime Minister says the office should «work in partnership with the sector to make progress in the key areas of public service delivery, philanthropy, volunteering, building strong communities and social enterprise» (R&R, 26 May, p2In a letter sent to Armstrong last month by Tony Blair, the Prime Minister says the office should «work in partnership with the sector to make progress in the key areas of public service delivery, philanthropy, volunteering, building strong communities and social enterprise» (R&R, 26 May, p2in partnership with the sector to make progress in the key areas of public service delivery, philanthropy, volunteering, building strong communities and social enterprise» (R&R, 26 May, p2in the key areas of public service delivery, philanthropy, volunteering, building strong communities and social enterprise» (R&R, 26 May, p2).

Gillen referred questions about Corbett's role to her transition executive director Brian Muellers, who said in an email: «The bipartisan transition team consisted of over thirty volunteer members with diverse political, economic and community based expertise in the Town of Hempstead and was in no way involved in what has become just the latest, sad chapter in the Town of Oyster Bay.

«We also have opportunities for the community to come in and volunteer,» said Pullen.

«New York is forever grateful to the 96,000 volunteer firefighters who selflessly put their own personal safety at risk in order to keep their neighbors and communities safe,» Cuomo said.

«It says so much about our community that a group of volunteers, the Rockland County Art in Public Places Committee, are willing to work together to add beauty to our county.»

Our communities are going to be energized because nobody wants that discourse to dominate that conversation,» Ms. Mark - Viverito said, adding that immigrants who are not eligible to vote can still become involved in the cause by volunteering for other candidates.

They also recognize that many smaller towns have part - time people... who in essence volunteer to perform these services in their communities,» Geist said.

She urged them to use their knowledge to serve the society saying «give voice to the voiceless, volunteer to read in your communities, do your part to combat illiteracy, offer talks on women's empowerment and civil rights to curb abuse of all forms».

But Gersteman, who also does other volunteering work in the community, said she hopes she can serve as a voice for other newcomers to the neighborhood, and tackle quality - of - life concerns.

Council Member David Greenfield said, «Participatory budgeting gives residents the chance to have a direct and real say in the future of their community, so I am pleased that so many people from Borough Park, Midwood and Bensonhurst took the time to volunteer as a budget delegate or voted last week for their favorite projects.

Oneida County Youth Bureau Director Robert Roth said youth volunteers from The Boys and Girls Club of the Mohawk Valley, Compeer of the Mohawk Valley, Cornell Cooperative Extension, The Center for Family Life and Recovery, The Neighborhood Center, Thea Bowman House, Utica Municipal Housing Authority, Utica Safe Schools / Healthy Students / Underground Café and the YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley performed community service that included assisting in a bicycle giveaway program for Utica children, collecting and distributing clothing to the children who reside in Utica's Municipal Housing Authority locations, soliciting donations, collecting money and walking in Utica's version of America's Greatest Heart Run and Walk, the Multiple Sclerosis Walk and the American Cancer Walk, collecting food, preparing and serving meals at local food pantries, collecting donations and goods to aid animals at the Stevens Swan Humane Society and other community activities.

As part of the agreement, the Yankees also created a Community Benefits Fund, controlled by a volunteer board, that would give out $ 800,000 a year in grants to local community groups, $ 100,000 a year in equipment and merchandise, and 15,000 free game tickets.While some of these grants, merchandise and tickets have been distributed, activists at the rally said much of it remains unaccouCommunity Benefits Fund, controlled by a volunteer board, that would give out $ 800,000 a year in grants to local community groups, $ 100,000 a year in equipment and merchandise, and 15,000 free game tickets.While some of these grants, merchandise and tickets have been distributed, activists at the rally said much of it remains unaccoucommunity groups, $ 100,000 a year in equipment and merchandise, and 15,000 free game tickets.While some of these grants, merchandise and tickets have been distributed, activists at the rally said much of it remains unaccounted for.

I was honored to have the opportunity to join Meals on Wheels staff and volunteers for Community Champions Week to say thank you and see the amazing work they do week in and week out,» said Legislator Hardwick.

One of Mr. Spitzer's volunteers, Brandon Cherry, 19, a student at Kingsborough Community College who lives in Brooklyn, said that he hadn't yet made a final decision about who to vote for, but felt Mr. Spitzer deserved a chance.

«New York is forever grateful to the 96,000 volunteer firefighters who selflessly put their own personal safety at risk in order to keep their neighbors and communities safe,» Governor Cuomo said.

«We are continuing to see our youth take ownership and pride in making a difference within our community through volunteering,» said Youth Bureau Director Kevin Green.

«New York is forever grateful to the 96,000 volunteer firefighters who selflessly put their own personal safety at risk in order to keep their neighbors and communities safe,» Cuomo said in a statement.

Oneida County Youth Bureau Director Bob Roth said youth volunteers from The Boys and Girls Club of the Mohawk Valley, The Center for Family Life and Recovery, Cornell Cooperative Extension, The Neighborhood Center, Thea Bowman House, Upstate Cerebral Palsy, Utica Safe Schools / Underground Café and the YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley performed community service that included assisting in a bicycle giveaway for Utica children, making Christmas cards to send to veterans and service members, soliciting donations, collecting money and walking in Utica's version of America's Greatest Heart Run and Walk, the Walk to end Alzheimer's and Rome's Relay for Life, cleaning senior citizen's yards, preparing food and serving meals at local food pantries, folding and stuffing envelopes at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and other community activities.

A leader of security volunteer groups in the town said that the community had notified Kaduna State government since last week of strange movements of bandits in the Birnin Gwari through Funtua - Dansadau axis but no action was taken.

«We know the invaluable job the City of Utica Police Department does protecting and serving our community daily and we're honored that these outstanding men and women will continue their commitment outside of their normal working hours to volunteer their time in making a positive difference in the lives of our youth,» Picente said.

«You are never too young to contribute to your neighborhood and to your community,» said Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. «We need more young people like the Bronx Youth Corps student volunteers, students who want to be engaged in the world around them and who want to make a difference in the lives of others.

Kyle McManus, AgriLife Extension 4 - H youth development agent in nearby Nueces County, said more than 120 4 - H youth and more than 50 adult 4 - H program volunteers from that county also helped with efforts in hard - hit communities, including those in Refugio County.

«We've assembled a bit of a green team, which are just student volunteers that have this initial passion to look after the environment and get involved in their local community,» the Science and Marine Studies teacher says.

Administrators sometimes are wary about parents and community members becoming too comfortable in the schools, but these knowledgeable volunteers can become a valuable part of a school's team, Wirth said.

In The 2014 Allstate - National Journal Heartland Monitor Poll, 83 percent of millennials said that if Americans volunteered more time and money to community groups and charitable organizations, it would make life better around them.

Martin Wells, Community Relations Manager and St John Ambulance Victoria, said the organisation is delighted to give its cadet volunteers an early university placement to reward them up - front for their selfless acts of providing First Aid in their cCommunity Relations Manager and St John Ambulance Victoria, said the organisation is delighted to give its cadet volunteers an early university placement to reward them up - front for their selfless acts of providing First Aid in their communitycommunity.

«The experience our volunteers ha ve in these communities and schools is incredibly enriching, invaluable and is great practical experience to develop their skills and gain global experience,» he said.

The latter group — based in Portland, Ore., but with a presence in 10 states — and its network of local volunteers, plus its connections to other community groups, proved especially pivotal in drumming up backers for the proposal, Mr. Carroll said.

«Allowing volunteers to help on campus gives interested parents a way to support the school, and builds strong ties between school, home and community,» Galatzan said in a press release.

«Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca was built on the backs of volunteers in 1957, and volunteers continue to generously give of their time to support the circuit and the community,» said Gregg Curry, president of the Sports Car Racing Association of the Monterey Peninsula.

As Project Gutenberg was launched from the University of Illinois, with the help of English - speaking volunteers, its first goal has been to provide ebooks to the English - language community, that is to say 95 % of internet users in the early 1990s.

«We hand - pick our volunteers, and they're broadly representative of the neighbourhood,» says Peter Bruer, manager of conflict resolution training at St. Stephen's Community House in Toronto.

Based on the influx of medical cases, Kinsella said they knew they needed to do something drastic to better support the needs of our current foster volunteers and «to better respond to our renewed focus on treating sick, injured and vulnerable homeless pets in our community.»

Needless to say, Dominique found her perfect human in a matter of days, and she went home to be loved, petted, and adored, thanks to five new ways of doing things, one Million Cat Challenge, and an army of animal shelter workers and volunteers who knew things could be different for cats in their community!

She said when she started working with Project Pet as a volunteer 9 years ago, «I was shocked to learn that we as a community had 23,000 pets abandoned by their owners every year, euthanized over 19,000 of them and spent more than $ 3 million in taxes to run the local municipal shelters.

Not only does Dr. Lombardi say that this volunteer work makes her a better veterinarian, since she is dealing with conditions and cases weekly that she wouldn't normally see in the clinic, but it is a way to give back to the community.

«Each year I am amazed by the overwhelming generosity of the wine community, our volunteers, and of course our big - hearted guests who journeyed from across the world to join us for this incredible evening for the animals,» Monica Stevens, the co-founder of JARR said in a statement.

I believe the huge turnout was all to especially honor Jayne and Rose for their dedication 24/7, all year long, to helping feral cats in and around our community, and also to say thanks to their tremendous volunteers.

The Montreal Dog Blog Team would like to say «thank you» to Anne Dubé and to volunteers of Rosie Animal Adoption for their hard work, and making a difference in Montreal and other communities.